‘Great race for him’: Ceolwulf to stamp QEII credentials
Jockey Chad Schofield is confident Ceolwulf is ready to lay down an emphatic Group 1 Queen Elizabeth Stakes marker on the seven-day back-up at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday.
Horse Racing
From $49.40 cab fare to $750,000 slot race for former taxi driver
Toowoomba trainer icon Kevin Kemp once drove a taxi but his biggest cab fare from those days is a long way off the big cash he will be racing for in Friday’s $750,000 King Of The Mountain slot race.
Melham: ‘Best chance’ Zardozi has of defeating Jenni
Jamie Melham explains how Zardozi can turn the tables on Pride Of Jenni in the Group 1 Australian Cup on Saturday.
Cranbourne Friday night tips: $9 value bet
A consistent local mare looks ready to return to winning ways while a promising maiden could relish another rise in trip at Friday night’s Cranbourne meeting.
‘Differences in opinion’: Vin Cox resigns from Yulong
Following his much-heralded switch from racing giant Godolphin, Vin Cox has resigned as general manager of Yulong Investments, citing ‘differences in opinion on strategic direction and values’.
‘She should be 3/1 on’: Haggas’ ultimate compliment for Via Sistina
English maestro William Haggas says James McDonald’s reluctance to split Horse of the Year-elect Via Sistina and Hong Kong champion Romantic Warrior is the ultimate compliment to the mighty mare.
To sell or not to sell? That is the question for ATC members on Rosehill
The vote to determine the sale of Rosehill and perhaps the future of Sydney and NSW racing is in the home straight.
Mustang Morgan to benefit from Forsman formula in Tulloch Stakes
Kiwi trainer Andrew Forsman is treading a proven path as he prepares for another Sydney autumn raid with Mustang Morgan in Saturday’s Group 2 $300,000 Tulloch Stakes (2000m) at Rosehill Gardens.
Fresh approach key for Hayes roughies in Flemington sprint
Ben Hayes is confident fresh pair Joyful Fortune and Acromantula can cause a boilover in the ATA/Bob Hoysted Handicap at Flemington.
Doomben preview and tips for Saturday
Good sized fields equates to depth in races with many chance across a competitive card of racing at Doomben on Saturday.
Tancred Stakes runner-by-runner form analysis and tips
Racenet’s Clinton Payne presents his tips and form assessment for each of the runners in Saturday’s Group 1 Tancred Stakes at Rosehill.
Shayne O’Cass’ Rosehill Saturday tips, race-by-race analysis
Form expert Shayne O’Cass dissects the 10-race card for the Group 1 Tancred and Vinery Stud Stakes Day at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday, presenting his tips and race-by-race analysis.
Rosehill Turf Talk: Stars align on a $12 J-Mac mount
Mitch Cohen and Shayne O’Cass debate all the big chances on 2025 Tancred Stakes Day at Rosehill Gardens, where a $12 chance to be ridden by James McDonald catching our experts’ eyes.
Deakin delay can reap Melbourne Cup berth
Deakin’s impressive Australian form shows trainer Phillip Stokes clearly has a “bit of a handle” on how to train imported stayers ahead of his bid for a Melbourne Cup start in the Roy Higgins.
Thunder warning as O’Shea and Charlton chase stakes double
Trainers John O’Shea and Tom Charlton are looking for in-form pair King Of Thunder and Snow In May to claim a stakes double at Rosehill and prime themselves for The Championships.
Schofield’s Amenable to rain ahead of Doncaster Prelude
A little help from the weather gods could hold the key to classy campaigner Amenable ending a frustrating run of outs in the Group 3 Doncaster Prelude at Rosehill.
Vinery Stud Stakes runner-by-runner form analysis and tips
Racenet’s Clinton Payne presents his tips and form assessment for each of the runners in Saturday’s Group 1 Vinery Stud Stakes at Rosehill.
‘Cantankerous’ Rose is blossoming at the right time
A booming win in the Kembla Grange Classic has prompted trainer Gary Portelli to give unbeaten filly Verona Rose a shot at the Group 1 Vinery Stud Stakes on her way to the ATC Oaks.
‘Biggest gamble of my life’: How Baker bet on himself … and won
Fourteen years ago, trainer Bjorn Baker had more empty boxes than horses in work when he set up on his own at Warwick Farm. So who’s to blame him if he celebrates every winner like it’s his last?
Stewart cautious ahead of another Susan comeback
For all the big races Emma Stewart is chasing this weekend, she will take most interest in a ho-hum trotting race at Melton on Saturday night.
Debut win convinces Zahra to stick with Maher import
An Australian debut win was all that was needed to persuade Mark Zahra to stick with Ciaron Maher import Middle Earth for Saturday’s Group 1 Australian Cup.
Sargent relishing rematch with boom Victorian filly
Victorian boom filly Treasurethe Moment will be the horse to beat in the Vinery Stud Stakes but trainer John Sargent is hopeful of causing an upset.
Group 1 Australian Cup: Runner-by-runner guide
Jett Hatton runs the rule over every runner Saturday’s Group 1 Australian Cup at Flemington and provides his tips.
Pakenham Thursday night tips: $26 value bet
An Enver Jusufovic-trained mare can continue on her winning way while a $26 chance is capable of sharp improvement with blinkers on at Thursday night’s Pakenham meeting.
Aviatress to launch audacious group 1 bid in Matrice Stakes
Richard and Chantelle Jolly are ready to unleash Aviatress in the Listed Matrice Stakes as they commence a dual-pronged attack on Adelaide’s Group 1 sprints this autumn.
Kiwi ‘speed freak’ favourite for Flemington sprint
New Zealand filly Alabama Lass, a tearaway winner last start, will have a look at the Flemington straight on Saturday ahead of potential targets in the spring.
Sport stars chasing King Of The Mountain success
Melbourne Storm superstar Cameron Munster and Big Bash master blaster Chris Lynn will be watching the King Of The Mountain slot race with interest on Friday.
‘It was perfect’: Paris shines in important TJ Smith tune-up
Sunshine In Paris had a day out at Sydney’s midweek meeting in preparation for Saturday week’s Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes.
‘Runs in the blood’: Suspended brothers find time to hang out
Gold Coast jockey Jaden Lloyd wants to emulate the same work ethic of his successful brother Zac as the pair had a rare opportunity to spend time together.
Tancred and Vinery Stud Stakes fields and barrier draws
A truly international field will greet the starter in the $1.5 million Tancred Stakes at Rosehill on Saturday.
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