Champ takes massive Leap outside comfort zone
For just the second time in more than four years and 65 race starts, Leap To Fame will switch from mobile start to standing-start racing at Albion Park on Saturday night.
Horse Racing
Waller, McDonald aiming to end surprising run of outs
So Suave, a brother to champion mare Verry Elleegant, could help Hall of Fame trainer Chris Waller snap one of the longest losing streaks of his celebrated career at Kembla Grange on Tuesday.
Another little soldier to join Lindsay Park machine
Lindsay Park co-trainer Ben Hayes is set for a life-changing experience later this year but claiming the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap with War Machine is his immediate priority.
‘You’ll see the best of her Saturday’: Vandyke’s warning to Oaks rivals
Star filly Philia is primed to cap a dream campaign in the Group 1 Queensland Oaks at Eagle Farm on Saturday as she shoots for a fifth straight win.
Echuca Tuesday tips: $10 value bet
Form expert Brad Waters analyses Tuesday’s Echuca meeting, presenting his best bets, value selection and jockey to follow.
‘Potential to produce something very special’: Winx’s Hot date confirmed
Part-owner Peter Tighe has revealed the stallion that mighty mare Winx – a winner of 33 consecutive races and more than $26 million in prizemoney – will visit in the coming breeding season.
Kembla, Moree previews: Ron’s buddies strike up a double-act
Golden Rose-winning trainer Ron Leemon makes the familiar trip from Warwick Farm to Kembla Grange today with two of his string – born just a week apart and both showing a positive return on investment for connections.
Kembla, Moree Tuesday tips, inside mail: $21 value bet
Racenet form analyst Shayne O’Cass provides his best bets and inside mail for Kembla Grange on Tuesday, as well as his tips for Moree.
‘It jeopardises the Stradbroke’: Benedetta back-up gamble
Trainer Jason Warren will roll the dice on his star mare Benedetta this Saturday by running her in Saturday’s rescheduled Kingsford Smith Cup ahead of a Stradbroke Handicap tilt.
Group 1-winning jockey set for surgery
A bout of surgery is set to halt the momentum a Group 1-winning jockey has gained during the latter part of the Melbourne autumn.
Pride’s plea: ‘What about the Kingsford Smith Cup horses?’
Trainer Joe Pride has ruled his elite sprinter Private Eye out of the Group 1 Kingsford Smith Cup, questioning why officials didn’t reschedule the washed out race to Wednesday this week.
Marsupial madness: Kangaroo bounds into danger at Warren
It was a sedate start to the day at Warren on Monday in a Benchmark 58 for the country stayers … until a rogue kangaroo entered the fray.
‘A bit of a freak’: Wootton Bassett’s incredible run continues
He’ll stand for a record $385,000 in the Australian breeding season this spring, but there’ll be no shortage of suitors following yet another classic victory for sire sensation Wootton Bassett.
‘When she’s ready, we’ll retire her … and there won’t be any fanfare’
Once bitten, twice shy: Pride of Jenni’s owner Tony Ottobre reckons silence is golden in regards to when to debate over when he finally decides to retire his champion mare.
Renovation rescue: McLachlan’s bold new vision for TAB’s retail network
Tabcorp boss Gill McLachlan has announced the biggest upgrade to the organisation’s retail network in history in a bid to get more people going to pubs and clubs.
Pakenham Monday tips: $11 value play
Form analyst Gilbert Gardiner presents his best bets and jockey to follow for Monday’s Victorian meeting at Pakenham on the Synthetic track.
Hawkes: Ka Ying Rising still has a box to tick
Hall of Fame trainer John Hawkes has provided his expert endorsement of the sprinting talents of The Everest favourite Ka Ying Rising – but with one qualification.
Champion mare Joliestar set to be ruled out of Stradbroke
Owner Brendan Lindsay says his Group 1 champion mare Joliestar is likely to miss the Stradbroke Handicap and instead be rested in preparation for the spring carnival.
Next 48 hours important for Rothfire’s Stradbroke fate
Brisbane trainer Rob Heathcote concedes his old warrior Rothfire remains in doubt to take his place in the $3 million Stradbroke Handicap on Saturday week.
Muswellbrook preview: Ball aims for an upset with promising youngsters
As recovery efforts from the floods in northern New South Wales persist, Taree trainer Tony Ball is set to challenge the odds-on favourite in the Greg Cribb Memorial at Muswellbrook.
Doudle delight on special day for his family
Trainer Travis Doudle celebrated an early victory with Golden Horizon at Morphettville which kickstarted a special day for his family.
Niance returns in style after mystery skull fracture
Talented mare Niance made an impressive comeback in the Bel Esprit Stakes at Caulfield after overcoming an unusual setback.
Big Swinger’s stunning burst bails out favourite backers
Promising gelding Big Swinger overcame several difficulties to prevail at Caulfield, to the relief of his owners and punters.
From setback to success: Adkins shines in Lord Mayor’s Cup
After overcoming a devastating fall in 2020, jockey Andrew Adkins has revitalised his career which was rewarded with a double at Rosehill and victory in the Lord Mayor’s Cup.
‘I wrote him off’: Munce colt Cool in crisis to land Sires’ Produce
Trainer Chris Munce and owner Max Whitby were rejoicing after Cool Archie delivered a powerful performance to win the BRC Sires’ Produce Stakes at Eagle Farm.
McMurray’s magic moment with first Saturday Sydney success
Following on from a double at Canterbury, Queensland apprentice Jace McMurray overcame a little hiccup to guide Edited By to victory at Rosehill.
Little brother follows in Private Eye’s footsteps with impressive win
King’s Secret, the promising half-brother to top galloper Private Eye, showcased his potential with a smart victory in his city debut at Rosehill Gardens.
Brisbane gets unexpected Super Saturday after Derby Day washout
Eagle Farm will host a Super Saturday of three Group 1 races next week after gloomy conditions forced the Queensland Derby meeting to be abandoned.
Kiwi import at home on heavy track in dominant Eagle Farm win
Former Kiwi galloper Campaldino thrived in the heavy conditions to win the Queen Elizabeth II Cup at Eagle Farm and set up a tilt at the Brisbane Cup.
Pearl shines at Caulfield to spark spring discussions
Stakes races during the spring carnival will be considered for striking grey Salty Pearl after her breakthrough win at Caulfield on Saturday.
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