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.
Horse Racing
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.
Zebra Finch eyes JJ Atkins glory after Rosehill triumph
Emerging Godolphin star Zebra Finch has positioned himself for a shot at the Group 1 JJ Atkins Stakes after a strong performance at Rosehill.
Dunn breaks 46-week Highway drought with Boys Night Out
Matt Dunn is the most successful Highway Handicap-winning trainer but incredibly had to wait 46 weeks for his next win when Boys Night Out saluted at Rosehill on Saturday.
Good gate can set up Kimochi boilover in Kingsford Smith
Trainer Gary Portelli has Kimochi primed to enhance her “giant-killer” reputation in the Group 1 Kingsford Smith Cup at Eagle Farm on Saturday.
Kembla preview: Lever’s patience pays off with Yes Siree
Hawkesbury trainer Claire Lever exemplifies the virtue of patience and her careful approach can help Yes Siree land another win when he heads to Kembla.
Hawkes declares Gallo Nero ‘horse to beat’ in Sires’
A confident Michael Hawkes says the stable isn’t wary of anybody as Gallo Nero aims to put a luckless first-up run behind him in the BRC Sires’ Produce Stakes
Kembla, Tamworth Saturday tips, inside mail
Form analyst Adam Sherry provides his best bets, value selection and race-by-race analysis at Kembla and best bets for Tamworth on Saturday.
The Last Say: Tips, inside mail for Eagle Farm, Rosehill, Caulfield and more
Trainer Chris Waller can set an all-time record for most Group 1 wins in a season at Eagle Farm today. Get Ray Thomas’ full preview to today’s race day, featuring all the information you need to back a winner.
Hayes’ ‘ugly duckling’ can Rise to Group 1 challenge
Rise At Dawn may not be a picture to look at but trainer Will Hayes says he has plenty of heart which can take him a long way in the Group 1 Kingsford Smith Cup.
Rising apprentice grabs attention of NSW trainers
Sydney-based apprentice Jace McMurray is starting to capture the attention of trainers, and it’s not just because of his valuable 3kg claim.
Jolly rolls the dice with mare in Bel Esprit
Adelaide sprinter Aviatress is chasing another stakes win in Saturday’s Bel Esprit Stakes at Caulfield before she heads to the paddock.
Littlefield locks in flight as Muffin Man snares Derby start
Victorian trainer Charlotte Littlefield can confirm her Saturday plans after The Muffin Man snuck into the Group 1 Queensland Derby field.
‘We’ve had a good season’: Milestone beckons for Team Hawkes
The training partnership of John Hawkes and sons Michael and Wayne are certain to break their previous best season’s prizemoney return.
One-time Derby fancy can bounce back from second-up syndrome
Beau Dazzler had his Queensland Derby odds blow out after a flat second-up run, but the Maddy and Tony Sears training team is bullish the young colt can bounce back.
Quadzilla, Four-Play: $200 betting strategy for Caulfield
News Corp racing reporter Gilbert Gardiner gives his $200 betting strategy and quaddie analysis for Caulfield on Saturday.
‘The horse meant a lot to him’: How Bosustow kept a footy legend kicking
When Kingsford Smith Cup hope Bosustow steps out onto the track at Eagle Farm on Saturday, he’ll be running for much more than Group 1 glory.
Rosehill tips, inside mail: $14 chance set for ‘peak’ performance
He’s named after a mountain in the Himalayas that’s never been climbed … but don’t for a moment think Khumbila isn’t capable of conquering the Midway Handicap at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday.
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