Monday Racebook: Wish primed for rich sprints
Herald Sun racing writer Gilbert Gardiner’s horses to follow and forgive from Group 1 Moir Stakes Day at The Valley.
Horse Racing
VRC launches new Melbourne Cup Day feature
Victoria Racing Club has revamped and prizemoney boosted a popular race on Melbourne Cup Day at Flemington as the new Australian Heritage Cup.
Jobs on the line as government moves to announce review response
Racing Victoria has warned thousands of jobs statewide and $1.2b in economic activity could be lost unless the Federal Government delivers a “sensible” framework in its Gambling Review.
Presenter charged and fined over heated stoush with Willie Pike
A prominent West Australian media presenter has been charged and fined by stewards after having a run in with champion jockey William Pike at Belmont on Saturday.
Dee snares Warmonger ride for Makybe Diva, Caulfield Cup
Caulfield Cup winner Michael Dee has secured the ride on exciting stayer Warmonger, set to resume on Saturday in the Makybe Diva Stakes (1600m) at Flemington.
How Hawks review almost cost Ratten’s Moir Glory
Brett Ratten was burning the midnight oil after Hawthorn’s elimination final win on Friday night to make it to The Valley in time to watch his horse Mornington Glory win the Group 1 Moir Stakes.
Waterhouse-Bott import dazzles in debut win
The Group 1 Epsom Handicap is now on the radar for Royal Patronage after his outstanding Tramway Stakes victory at Randwick.
Gelded import breaks Aussie drought in Chelmsford
Group 1 placed Buckaroo followed his solid first-up run as a gelding in the Winx Stakes with a brave win from stablemate Hinged in the Group 2 Chelmsford Stakes at Randwick.
‘I’m just a mum of three’: Milestone win for new Mishani trainer
Proud mum of three Donna Stanbridge was almost lost for words after landing her first city winner as the new trainer of the Mishani operation.
Michael Freedman gets revenge on brother with Manaal
Michael Freedman had to settle for third to brother Anthony in the Silver Shadow Stakes two weeks ago but he got his revenge when Manaal beat Ameena in the Furious Stakes at Randwick.
‘They’re dying’: Boss pushes to save picnic racing
Glen Boss has been there and done it at Australia’s most famous racetracks, but says we must protect our grassroots racing to attract the next generation into the sport.
Hayasugi ‘ready’ as trainer praises Valley spring revamp
Trainer Clinton McDonald has praised the new timeslot for the Moir Stakes, which has attracted a crack field including his Blue Diamond Stakes winner Hayasugi.
‘Not much between Giga, Bella’
Ratings guru labels the Everest-shaping Concorde Stakes a race in two between the returning Giga Kick and iron mare Bella Nipotina.
Moir Stakes tips, betting strategies
Which Moir Stakes runners are News Corp’s Racing and Wagering editorial team spruiking ahead of Saturday’s Group 1 contest at The Valley.
Mornington tips for Friday: $5 best bet
Herald Sun racing writer Gilbert Gardiner runs a rule over the Mornington races.
Waterhouse bullish Lady Of Camelot can avoid ‘Slipper curse’
Hall Of Famer Gai Waterhouse believes Golden Slipper winner Lady Of Camelot can become third filly in seven years to claim the Group 1 Moir Stakes at The Valley.
Gai to unleash mystery mare for ‘major Cups’ campaign
She was purchased at the same sale as multiple Group 1-winner Via Sistina … now new trainers Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott are ready to unveil Yulong’s latest spring contender.
Cranbourne in audacious bid for Cox Plate
South Racing will bid to host the Cox Plate when The Valley undergoes its redevelopment, saying it will be a “transformative opportunity” for the region.
‘Might have last crack at them’: Caballus’ Moir mission
Trainer Bjorn Baker believes the outside barrier will work in favour of promising sprinter Caballus for his Group 1 debut in the $750,000 Moir Stakes (1000m) at The Valley on Saturday.
Randwick Turf Talk: ‘Best bet on card, 1200m no problem’
Mitch Cohen and Shayne O’Cass debate a spring-shaping 10-race card at Royal Randwick on Saturday, where Mitch is backing a Group 1-winning filly to return to the winner’s stall.
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