Traffic Warden ‘different horse’ for Lightning return
Godolphin trainer James Cummings is confident Traffic Warden will be mentally ready for his return in the Group 1 Lightning Stakes at Flemington on Saturday.
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Sears duo prepare for an Atomic blast at Eagle Farm
Toowoomba trainer Tony and Maddy Sears have an exciting rookie ready to be unleashed at Eagle Farm on Saturday.
Newcastle tips: Broadway set to bounce back to winning form
The Kristen Buchanan-trained Broadway Bouncer drops back in grade from metropolitan racing and looks well placed with a good draw. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Newcastle preview: Widdup can keep riding the winning wave
With six winners from 13 runners this month, trainer Brad Widdup can add to his tally with three strong chances at Newcastle.
Flemington tips Saturday: $3.50 best bet
Form analyst Chris Vernuccio gives his best bets for the Lightning Stakes meeting at Flemington on Saturday.
J-Mac: Why Switzerland has big edge on rival colts in Lightning
James McDonald is expecting a great clash between the three-year-olds in the Group 1 Lightning Stakes but says Switzerland has a crucial advantage among the colts.
Bush star recaptures Magic after being ‘thrown to the wolves’
Trainer Scott Collings is confident his bush horse Mogo Magic is the best he has ever been for his comeback at Eagle Farm on Saturday.
Four-Play, Quadzilla: $200 betting strategy for Flemington
News Corp racing reporter Gilbert Gardiner is taking on the three-year-olds in the Lightning Stakes as he gives his $200 betting strategy and quaddie analysis for Flemington.
Perth trainer secures Willie Pike in Flemington quest
Perth trainer Stefan Vahala has called upon top WA jockey William Pike, who will have his first ride since an e-scooter accident at Flemington on Saturday.
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‘It’s going to be tactical’: Pride’s Apollo plan for ‘extremely exciting’ Ceolwulf
Trainer Joe Pride believes Ceolwulf can go to a new level this autumn as the two-time Group 1 winner prepares for his return in the Apollo Stakes on Saturday.
Canterbury, Tamworth tips: Pride’s mare to leave rivals Weeping
The Joe Pride-trained Weeping Woman was good from a wide gate first-up and will prove hard to beat from a better barrier when she heads to Canterbury. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Canterbury, Tamworth previews: Pride’s high hopes for promising mare
Following a luckless run first-up. trainer Joe Pride of looking for Weeping Woman to get back to winning form at Canterbury.
Racing Confidential: Carrousel comeback put on hold
Group 1 winner Place Du Carrousel will make a later than planned start to her campaign after a unique malady has forced her to miss Saturday Group 2 Apollo Stakes at Randwick.
Maher mare can book Royal Ascot trip with Lightning win
Group 1 success this autumn, starting with Saturday’s Lightning Stakes, could enhance the prospects of a Ciaron Maher mare heading to Royal Ascot.
Randwick Turf Talk for Saturday: X-factor filly to cause an upset
Ray Thomas and Mitch Cohen are both going against the favourite in Saturday’s Apollo Stakes at Royal Randwick. Get their best bets for the 10-race card.
Albury on high alert as Swayzee rolls into town
Hunter Cup winner Swayzee takes his next step towards a $1 million bonus when he tackles the Albury Murray Cup – the fourth leg of the Carnival of Cups series – on Friday night.
G1 Lightning Stakes day | Via Sistina v Ceolwulf | 12 ‘Self-trumpeter’ votes dished out
The guys preview Saturday’s Group 1 Lightning Stakes at Flemington, with Lamby and Xavier lining up. Some repeat offenders feature in the ‘Self-trumpeter’…
Ray Thomas’ Randwick Saturday tips, race-by-race analysis
Form expert Ray Thomas dissects the 10-race card for Apollo Stakes Day at Royal Randwick on Saturday, presenting his tips and race-by-race analysis.
Sutton determined to erase photo finish agony
Trainer Dominic Sutton and Sword Of Legacy were on the wrong end of a gut-wrenching photo finish last start as they seek some consolation in the Talindert Stakes on Saturday.
’Mystified’ Anthony Cummings given a week to leave Leilani Lodge
Anthony Cummings, son of the late, great Bart Cummings, has been given seven days to depart Leilani Lodge after having his trainer’s license withdrawn by Racing NSW.
Black Caviar Lightning Stakes tips, runner-by-runner form analysis
Racenet’s Clinton Payne presents his tips and form assessment for each of the runners in Saturday’s Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning at Flemington.
Wyong, Sapphire Coast previews: Ryan and Alexiou filly set to Fly
A pair of handy three-year-olds an provide trainers Gerald Ryan and Sterling Alexiou with a couple of wins when they head to Wyong on Thursday.
Hurdle revelling in Revelare’s journey to Flemington
A chance request sent jockey Ryan Hurdle on an exciting journey with hot prospect Revelare that could take in a fourth straight win at Saturday’s Flemington meeting.
Apollo Stakes to light up carnival racing in Sydney on Saturday
The racing is hotting up in Sydney with seven Group 1 winners set to clash in Saturday’s headline event, the Group 2 Apollo Stakes (1400m) at Randwick.
Dunn plots Cup return after ‘train wreck’ stable debut
Sea King started well fancied in the 2024 Melbourne Cup and the big race is back on the agenda this year despite a “train wreck” run in his first outing for trainer Matt Dunn.
Greyhound Racing NSW hone in on new top dog
Greyhound Racing NSW has revealed its prime target for its next CEO following the departure of Rob Macaulay in July last year.
Trots trainer to have first gallops runner at Flemington
A harness racing trainer who has never been to Flemington will have her first foray in thoroughbred racing at this Saturday’s Lightning Stakes meeting.
Seymour tips Wednesday: $10 value bet
A Mick Price and Michael Kent Jr-trained sprinter can return to winning ways while at $10 chance can bounce back from a luckless run at Wednesday’s Seymour meeting.
Hawkesbury preview: Veravino on target to breakthrough win
After two close second placings this preparation, trainer Damien Lane looks to have found the right race for Veravino to shed her maiden tag.
‘Dream come true’: Brisbane jockey lands Hong Kong contract
Brisbane jockey Jimmy Orman has scored the opportunity of a lifetime with a short-term riding contract in Hong Kong.
Broadsiding, Wodeton tune up for autumn riches
Sydney’s star-studded barrier trials featured the Golden Slipper favourite and the horse to beat in Group 1 Randwick Guineas.
‘He’ll be in the finish’: Pride happy to take on 3YOs in Lightning
Sydney trainer Joe Pride is happy to take on the three-year-olds with proven weight-for-age performer Mazu in Saturday’s Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning at Flemington.
Yulong boss’ response to Via Sistina-Winx comparisons
With superstar Via Sistina set to return on Saturday, Yulong boss Vin Cox talks with Ben Dorries about comparisons with Winx, her incredible impact on racing and what 2025 may hold.
Scary times ahead as emerging stayer aims high
Victoria Derby runner-up Scary will embark on an Australian Guineas and Derby mission when he resumes in Saturday’s Group 3 CS Hayes Stakes at Flemington.
Kilmore tips Tuesday: $4.60 best bet
A vastly improved barrier can get a $4.60 chance over the line for her maiden win at Tuesday’s Kilmore meeting.
Shelby returns from illness for trial with comeback apprentice
As Group 1 winner Shelby Sixtysix continues his comeback after having a tumour removed, the jockey who will ride him in a trial is also completing a remarkable recovery of his own.
Best bets, inside mail for Goulburn on Tuesday
The Daily Telegraph racing editor Ray Thomas provides his best bets and race-by-race analysis for Gouburn on Tuesday.
Three-year-olds top Lightning Stakes betting
An outstanding Sydney three-year-old is the early favourite to complete a great Australian sprinting double in Saturday’s Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning at Flemington.
Six now exempt from Blue Diamond Stakes ballot
Last Saturday’s Blue Diamond Preludes caused a few changes to Blue Diamond Stakes betting but six horses are now exempt from the ballot for Victoria’s richest two-year-old race.
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