Police shed light on Gold Coast track poisoning
Queensland Police have revealed the poison found in a damaged section of the Gold Coast track which derailed the start of the Magic Millions Carnival.
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Son of Testa Rossa’s jockey driving for Olympic gold
Eddie Cassar hit great heights in the saddle aboard the super galloper Testa Rossa in 1999 but gets a much bigger thrill watching his son on the trail of Commonwealth Games and Olympic gold in the boxing ring.
Victorian Jockeys’ Association reveal jumpout fee proposal
The Victorian Jockeys’ Association is prepared to give in one significant area in its latest proposal to secure jumpout riding fees for its members.
Legend’s daughter stuns in front of royal
A big name royal was spotted mixing with local celebrities at the Magic Millions race day on the Gold Coast, as a cricket legend’s daughter also turned heads.
McDonald to make Sydney return before overseas crusade
Champion hoop James McDonald will ride for two days in Sydney before jetting back over to Hong Kong.
Door left ajar for Space Rider to secure surprise Millions berth
The rescheduling of the Magic Millions meeting to Friday night has left the door slightly ajar for exciting colt Space Rider to secure a place in the $3 million feature.
Thompson begins Golden Slipper dreaming with Bel Merci
Unbeaten filly Bel Merci begins her quest for the $5 million Golden Slipper in a trial on home turf at Royal Randwick on Tuesday.
How huge plunge kickstarted Greenhalgh’s love of racing
Noel Greenhalgh came out to Australia with no idea about racing after growing up in betting shops, but now loves the sport that has delivered him a Melbourne Cup and other big races.
Punters lose gamble as big wet delays $14.5m Magic Millions race day
The Gold Coast’s Magic Millions carnival will roll on into another week after torrential rain forced the postponement of the $14.5m showpiece race day on Saturday.
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Owners land plunge with filly’s last-gasp Debut victory
Amosu pocketed $305,000 for her owners after winning The Debut with some of them adding to the big payday after snapping up the $18 opening price.
Alysha makes splash at Wyong with biggest Aussie success
Jockey Alysha Collett celebrated a winning double at Wyong with victory in the Central Coast track’s newest feature, the $500,000 The Lakes.
Coffs Harbour tips: Milligan’s sights on another Cup with Molly
Trainer Glen Milligan is considering transferring handy mare That’s Molly interstate for more opportunities and would love a Pink Silks Cup win before she leaves.
Nowra tips: Sun set to shine again for Kelley
Trainer Matthew Kelley knows it’s a big challenge facing new stable recruit Maracaibo Sun but is banking on the gelding’s class to get him home.
‘Little ripper’ Headley Grange big hit with Pride
If things had worked out differently, Headley Grange would be racing in Hong Kong but instead, he continues perform admirably for trainer Joe Pride and delivered a well-earned win at Wyong.
Flemington double brings joy to ex-footy star after tragic year
Few would begrudge Ex-North Melbourne star and racehorse owner Kerry Good his winning double at Flemington after the loss of his daughter last year.
‘She is stakes quality’: Queen impresses Hyeronimus in return
Lightly-raced mare Bonita Queen has made improvement each preparation and jockey Adam Hyeronimus feels is could be destined for stakes company after a smart first-up win at Wyong.
Costin helps Grand Impact snap two-year drought
Winona Costin used a good draw to full advantage took control in front on Grand Impact to help the gelding break through for his first victory in over two year at Wyong.
‘Hitting the crossbar’: UK hoop scores first Aussie win at last
A win had been building for visiting English jockey Harry Davies and it finally came with a perfectly rated frontrunning ride aboard debutant Kujenga at Wyong.
Magic Millions night move after rain ruins meeting
A drama-filled week for the Gold Coast track ended with a heavy deluge wiping out the rich Magic Millions meeting as officials find a night-time solution.
Magic Millions pair racing for men’s mental health
A group of men looking to raise awareness about mental health are looking to win the Magic Millions with a pair of horses.
Huge crowd expected as Magic race day dawns after week of drama
After more than a week of high drama, the barriers will finally burst open for the Magic Millions carnival’s biggest day on the Gold Coast on Saturday.
Filly blitzes Magic Millions sales record as hammer drops at $3.2m
Records have continued to tumble at the Magic Millions yearling sales on the Gold Coast, with a prized thoroughbred selling for a stunning $3.2m.
Kembla preview: ‘King’ Keagan to continue his reign
Jockey Keagan Latham will use every bit of his knowledge off the rain affected Kembla track to advantage as looks to extend his lead in the premiership.
Kembla tips: Unleeshing set to bounce back
A Bjorn Baker galloper will appreciate a drop in grade along with a step up in distance and a wet track and she strives for a second career win. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Roper grasps big chance after frustrating run of injuries
Young jockey Anna Roper has had rotten luck with injuries during her apprenticeship but gets the biggest opportunity of her career at her home track in the $500,000 The Lakes.
Comeback trainer reunites with Willo in Millions quest
Caulfield Cup-winning trainer Jim Mason has turned to superstar jockey Craig Williams as he chases Magic Millions joy in his incredible return to racing.
Crack at $150k Flemington race no-brainer for Zahra
Last-start winner Xarpo returns to Flemington to tackle another 1400m BM70 contest but for significantly more prizemoney.
Four-Play, Quadzilla: $200 betting strategy for Saturday
Herald Sun form analyst Chris Vernuccio gives his $200 betting strategy and detailed quaddie selections for Flemington on Saturday.
Ollie’s advice will be followed in Standish Handicap
A tactical change led to disaster for The Prodigal Son last start but his trainer will revert to the template advised by former champion jockey Damien Oliver in the Standish Handicap.
Lockwood in need of ‘miracle’ to win Millions Guineas
Veteran trainer Barry Lockwood hasn’t been in the best of health and says it will be tough for his star performer Give Me Space to win to Magic Millions 3YO Guineas on Saturday.
Pakenham tips Friday night: $8 best bet
An $8 chance from the Anthony and Sam Freedman stable shapes as one of the top hopes at Friday night’s Pakenham meeting.
Newcastle, Orange previews: Minervini filly looks the real deal
Trainer Mark Minervini could have a genuine 2025 Queensland Oaks contender in his barn in the shape of Alideel who steps out at her home track of Newcastle.
Newcastle, Orange tips: Pride’s gelding is ready to Fire
Trainer Joe Pride has found the perfect race for Fire Tribe to breakthrough for his first win of the current campaign when he heads to Newcastle. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Racing Confidential: Everest favourite a Rising threat
The Everest favourite Ka Ying Rising excelled in his first hitout since winning the Hong Kong Sprint, and the cousin of Joao Moreira claimed his first Australian city win.
Morgan reveals big change he wants to make
NSW premiership-winning jockey Ash Morgan doesn’t want to be “pigeon holed” and is driven to establish himself on the big stage in Sydney.
‘Never seen betting market like it’: Gollan on Millions mayhem
Champion trainer Tony Gollan has seen a lot of things in racing but never a betting market quite like the one for Saturday’s $3m Gold Coast Magic Millions 2YO Classic.
Hold All Tickets – Punters (Episode 18) Magic Millions 2025
This week on Hold All Tickets Alex and Xavier are on location at the Gold Coast. Alex is riding a good futures ticket in the 2-year-old classic,…
Shayne O’Cass’ tips, analysis for Wyong on Saturday
The Daily Telegraph’s Shayne O’Cass casts his eye over the big 10 race card at Wyong on Saturday.
Gold Coast track gets tick for Millions day: ‘We could have raced today’
One of the most respected stewards in the world says the repair job at the controversial Gold Coast track worked so well, they could have raced the Magic Millions on Thursday if it was required.
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