Cranbourne Friday night tips: $13 value bet
Getting back to the provincials should help a Mornington-trained galloper back to winning form while apprentice Logan Bates has a strong book of rides at Friday night’s Cranbourne meeting.
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Jockey charged with murder after town brawl
A jockey has been charged with murder after an elderly man died following an alleged brawl between four people earlier this month.
Huge stakes for Waller’s $1.6m colt in Golden Slipper
Wodeton, the most expensive yearling in the Golden Slipper field, will becomes the most valuable thoroughbred in training if he wins on Saturday – and trainer Chris Waller is well aware of that.
Albury, Scone previews: Bianco Vilano ready to swoop in Cup
Trainer Ron Stubbs has tackled Randwick’s two biggest races for country horses with Bianco Vilano and hopes to return in November for the Big Dance with a win in the Albury Cup.
‘They’ve got what it takes’: Alexiou’s simple Slipper message
Skyhook and King Of Pop bring vastly different formlines into the Golden Slipper but co-trainer Sterling Alexiou said there isn’t much between them and are ready for their biggest showdown.
Scone, Albury tips: Arrowfield’s Lady to make a winning debut
Trainers Paul Messara and Leah Gavranich can get the day off on the right note at Scone with the well-bred Arrowfield filly, Lady Olenna.
‘Punter’s Wife’ flags new Jimmysstar song
Amelia O’Neill became an accidental social media sensation after recording a song about Jimmysstar and she is working on another should the Ciaron Maher sprinter win the William Reid Stakes.
Bott bullish of another Royal result in Ryder
Adrian Bott says there was no fluke about the first-up win of Royal Patronage and is confident of a repeat in the Group 1 George Ryder Stakes.
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Rosehill Guineas 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 Rosehill Guineas at Rosehill.
Everest interest could ramp up for Galaxy favourite
Everest slot-holders will start going wild about Private Harry if the unbeaten sprinter wins Saturday’s Group 1 The Galaxy.
EXCLUSIVE: VRC reaches settlement over Jamie Evans abuse claims
A confidentiality agreement underpins the Victoria Racing Club’s settlement of legal action brought by former jockey Jamie Evans, who has also accused trainer Gerald Ryan of sexual abuse.
Brad Waters’ tips, analysis for The Valley on Saturday: $5.50 best bet
A Warrnambool-trained mare can bounce back from a luckless outing while a $14 chance could make the most of a soft draw at Saturday’s 11-race William Reid Stakes meeting at The Valley.
Shayne O’Cass’ Rosehill Saturday tips, race-by-race analysis
Form expert Shayne O’Cass dissects the 10-race card for the Group 1 Golden Slipper Day at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday, presenting his tips and race-by-race analysis.
Griffiths backs Rey to bounce back in William Reid
Trainer Robbie Griffiths is confident Rey Magnerio can get back to his best in the William Reid Stakes after finishing outside the placings last start for just the second time in his career.
‘Chasing dreams’: Cairns local’s ticket to the Golden Slipper
Meet the Cairns local behind one of the 16 horses set to race in the $5 million Group 1 Golden Slipper and find out how he’s helping everyday Aussies chase their racing dream.
Waller’s Wodeton $5m Slipper favourite
Horse Racing: Chris Waller’s ‘Wodeton’ set as favourite for the $5m Golden Slipper.
George Ryder 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 George Ryder Stakes at Rosehill.
Interest rising in Reserve Bank’s Group 1 crack
Trainers Mick Price and Michael Kent Jr have decided the time has arrived to test talented colt Reserve Bank at Group 1 level in Saturday’s William Reid Stakes at The Valley.
Newcastle, Albury previews: Sargent out to rule Qualifier
Luck wasn’t on the side of trainer John Sargent in the opening Provincial-Midway Qualifier but hopes change as he attacks the Newcastle heat with a pair of rising stars.
Newcastle, Albury tips: Sara set to soar
Trainer Sara Ryan looks set for a big day with Bluebird Bay and Koios while Matcha Latte is a leading contender for the Provincial Midway Championship Qualifier at Newcastle.
Newcastle, Albury tips: Sara set to soar
Trainer Sara Ryan looks set for a big day with a pair of winning hopes and a leading contender for the Provincial Midway Championship Qualifier at Newcastle on Thursday.
‘She is right up there’: Baker chasing career-altering Slipper win
It’s already been a career season for Bjorn Baker but Within The Law could complete the trainer’s meteoric rise with victory in the Group 1 Golden Slipper.
Desperate trainers scammed by trackwork jockey conman
A conman responding to ads for trackwork riders has fleeced thousands of dollars from multiple trainers across the country.
Uncommon James set to sparkle in The Galaxy
Queensland sprinter Uncommon James is as good as he’s looked for some time, says trainer Matt Hoysted, heading into the Group 1 The Galaxy at Rosehill on Saturday.
Haggas decides Via Sistina rival for Ranvet Stakes
English trainer William Haggas has selected his runner for the Group 1 Ranvet Stakes as he hunts his third win in the race at Rosehill on Saturday.
‘Didn’t see it coming’: Dale accepts surprise slot-race offer
The King Of The Mountain slot race wasn’t in NSW trainer Matt Dale’s thoughts until he received an unexpected offer for his gun sprinter.
Private Harry scrapes into Galaxy field
Star sprinter Private Harry was the second last horse to make it into the field of 14 for his Group 1 debut in Saturday’s $1 million The Galaxy (1100m) at Rosehill.
Trainer allegedly caught on CCTV hitting horse with poly pipe
A young trainer has been suspended by stewards for allegedly striking a horse with poly pipe and a closed left fist, in an incident stewards say was captured on CCTV footage.
Royal Ascot an option for Group 1 winner
Interstate and international options will abound for connections if Benedetta bounces back from an unlucky Newmarket Handicap run in Saturday’s Group 1 William Reid Stakes at The Valley.
Sandown Wednesday tips: $51 blowout chance
A Godolphin filly can atone for an unlucky first-up run while a $51 chance can improve sharply when she steps out at Wednesday’s Sandown Hillside meeting.
Tricky task for Jimmysstar after William Reid barrier draw
Oakleigh Plate winner Jimmysstar will need luck after the barriers were drawn for the Group 1 William Reid Stakes.
Wyong tips Wednesday: Imperial Force to strike again
Bjorn Baker colt Imperial Force was a dominant winner first-up and will prove tough to beat again when he heads to Wyong on Wednesday. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Winkers to help Wodeton realise Golden Slipper destiny
Long-time favourite Wodeton has drawn well in the Golden Slipper with trainer Chris Waller hoping to bring the best out of him at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday.
Wyong preview: Fulfilled ready for first Aussie win
Trainer Kris Lees has been happy with the recent form of imported gelding Fulfilled and the gelding looks well placed to score a deserved win.
The Valley honours former star with Cox Plate day race
The Moonee Valley Racing Club has announced a race honouring a former sprint star for the Cox Plate day card while Saturday’s meeting at The Valley will be an 11-race card.
Star Aussie trio tunes up for New Zealand raids
After two aborted NZ trips last year, Leap To Fame will finally cross the ditch for the first time … and he’ll be joined by his Miracle Mile conqueror Don Hugo and star trotter The Locomotive.
‘It is at a standstill’: Jockey safety vest review going nowhere
The Australian Jockeys’ Association is concerned there is little or no movement on the important review into jockey safety vests which was initially prompted by a series of Racenet articles.
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