‘Sneaky’ run primes Freedman filly for Blue Diamond Prelude
A Godolphin-owned filly could improve on a “sneaky” debut run in Saturday’s Group 2 Blue Diamond Prelude for fillies at Caulfield.
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Warwick Farm preview: Smith can get off to Flyer
An exciting filly from the Matthew Smith stable can take the next stwp towards a stakes race with a win at Warwick Farm on Wednesday where she is the $1.50 favourite.
‘We must rebuild confidence’: New integrity boss’ top priority
New Tasmanian Racing Integrity Commissioner Sean Carroll has his hands full cleaning up racing in the Apple Isle and has laid down his priorities to senior racing writer Ben Dorries.
Time has arrived for Schwarz in Orr Stakes
An outstanding Australia Stakes win could be the perfect platform for valuable stallion Schwarz to become a Group 1 winner in Saturday’s CF Orr Stakes at Caulfield.
Gollan’s solution to Queensland racing’s ‘biggest issue’
Champion trainer Tony Gollan has gone on the front foot as a passionate advocate for changing the way that the three codes of racing are administered in Queensland.
‘Can’t fault my horse’: Unbeaten colt ready for Millennium test
Talented colt Rivellino can enhance his reputation on Sydney’s big stage when he takes on Saturday’s lucrative $2m Inglis Millennium at Royal Randwick.
Caulfield switch to suit unbeaten filly in Blue Diamond Prelude
Race experience and the move to the smaller Caulfield circuit could play a part in dynamic debut winner My Gladiola staying unbeaten in Saturday’s Blue Diamond Prelude for fillies.
Horsham tips Tuesday: $4.80 best bet
Local trainer Paul Preusker should be among the winners, including a $4.80 chance from his stable that will be hard to beat, at Tuesday’s Horsham meeting.
Best bets, inside mail for Grafton on Tuesday
Gooree-bred mare Got The Smarts can end a run of near misses and post another win at Grafton on Tuesday.
Grafton preview: Dunn lauds apprentice a future star
Apprentice jockey Jett Newman made a fairytale start to her career on Sunday and her boss Matthew Dunn has given her two more great chances at Grafton on Tuesday.
Group 1 winner moves to Victoria to reboot career
Anthony and Sam Freedman have taken over the training of Group 1 winner Communist and a pleasing trial have provided them with optimism he could regain winning form.
Caulfield Guineas winner in line for crack at Orr Stakes
Caulfield Guineas winner Private Life is one of two three-year-olds entered for a crack at star galloper Mr Brightside in Saturday’s Group 1 CF Orr Stakes at Caulfield.
Waller to train New Zealand Oaks favourite
Prominent owner Ozzie Kheir has bought into an exciting New Zealand filly who will be sent to master trainer Chris Waller.
Golden Slipper contenders impress in important trials
Some of the state’s best two-year-olds were in action at Monday’s star-studded barrier trials at Rosehill Gardens.
Ranked: Who should really be named SA’s top sporting hero?
We’ve named the top 100 athletes, teams and sporting icons from South Australia. But did we get it right? Rate our full list here.
Up to 10 race clubs caught up in North Queensland floods
The devastating flood event gripping the North Queensland has seen the Townsville Turf Club almost completely submerged under water.
O’Shea eyes major spring riches with rising star Yorkshire
Yorkshire continued on winning ways at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday but the stable remain in no rush with the emerging star.
Pinstriped primed to strike in CF Orr Stakes
Group 1 trainer Enver Jusufovic has Pinstriped primed to strike on Saturday in the CF Orr Stakes (1400m) at Caulfield.
Gilbert Gardiner’s horses to follow and forgive from Sandown
Herald Sun racing writer Gilbert Gardiner runs a rule over last Saturday’s Group 3 Chairman’s Stakes meeting at Sandown.
Diet delivers stakes breakthrough for She’s Bulletproof
She’s Bulletproof claimed a deserved stakes win in the Group 3 Geoffrey Bellmaine Stakes after she was put on a diet and exercise program.
Murwillumbah preview, tips: Campton hopes gear changes do trick
Trainer Adam Campton has made a few gear changes to get the best out of his runners when they line up against each at Murwillumbah on Sunday. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Sapphire Coast preview, tips: Springs goals for Harvey duo
Joe Cleary will be aiming to deliver owner Gerry Harvey a Big Dance and Kosciuszko contender at Sapphire Coast on Sunday. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Comeback galloper on rollercoaster ride to $1m race
Fukubana scored his first win since returning from a serious injury at Doomben and trainer Matt Dunn is now eyeing off a million-dollar race in Sydney.
‘I had a ute full of horse feed:’ Moor’s late dash for Chairman’s win
Daniel Moor had to rush to get to Sandown after a late call-up to ride Inkaruna in her Chairman’s Stakes win, but the filly is unlikely to run in next month’s Blue Diamond.
Lee Freedman filly denies Gollan debutants at Doomben
Lee Freedman has a couple of Sydney autumn Group 1s in mind for filly Idyllic Affair after her win in the QTIS 2YO Handicap at Doomben against a pair of Tony Gollan favourites.
$1.25m filly ready for debut in Chairman’s Stakes
A $1.25m filly will debut in the Group 3 Chairman’s Stakes at Sandown but bookmakers are lukewarm about her chances.
Gollan fillies face big test in 2YO contest at Doomben
A pair of Tony Gollan fillies will have their first starts at Doomben on Saturday against an impressive debut winner who rolled a $1.14 favourite.
Ray and Duff’s tips, analysis for Rosehill on Saturday
Ray Thomas and Ron Dufficy analyse every race for Rosehill on Saturday where Duff is tipping against favourite Accredited in the feature Group 3 Southern Cross Stakes.
Four-Play, Quadzilla: $200 betting strategy for Sandown
Form analyst Chris Vernuccio gives his top tips on Saturday and quaddie analysis for the Sandown meeting.
‘Line in the sand’ moment for QRIC at conference
Queensland integrity officials from around the state will gather in Brisbane on Monday in what has been described as a “line in the sand” moment for QRIC.
Revealed: Far Too Easy to target Group 1 Stradbroke fairytale
David McColm has a big Group 1 plan for The Kosciuszko champion Far Too Easy and he has also revealed the reason for his stable star’s uncustomary last start flop.
Ryan colt set to show best after failed Queensland trip
Trainer Gerald Ryan is confident youngster Blitzburg can bounce back at Rosehill on Saturday after missing out on the Magic Millions.
The Valley tips Friday night: $15 value bet
Promising gelding Glenfinnan can improve on a strong first-up second while a $15 chance could overcome a tricky barrier at Friday night’s meeting at The Valley.
Best bets and inside mail for Canterbury on Friday
Trainer Ron Quinton can win at Canterbury on Friday night with Signor Tortini in the colours of Hall of Fame members.
Canterbury preview: Smith colt can make an Impact on debut
Trainer Matthew Smith is both eager and proud to unveil the first Australian runner sired by his beloved triple Group 1 winner Fierce Impact at Canterbury on Friday night.
Radio comment provides boost for mare’s return
A snippet from a radio interview gave trainer Matthew Williams a little more hope that stable star Wrote To Arataki could return to form in Saturday’s Group 3 Bellmaine Stakes at Sandown.
‘He took a chance on me’: Wilson-Taylor out to repay faith
Kyle Wilson-Taylor could have a major moment at Doomben on Saturday as he looks to score a winner for his first boss and the man who took a chance on him.
O’Shea happy to go steady with exciting talent Yorkshire
Trainer John O’Shea is taking the patient approach with Yorkshire as he prepares to chase another win at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday.
Derby winner on warpath to Sydney autumn targets
A decision to abandon Warmonger’s spring campaign after only three runs could pay dividends when the Queensland Derby winner heads to Sydney for Group 1 autumn carnival targets.
Hold All Tickets – Punters (Episode 21) NZ Racing & early Doncaster Hope
In a big edition of Hold All Tickets, Alex and Xavier rip into the Sandown and Rosehill form while also discussing a Kiwi racing renaissance…
Early Oil: Sandown tips, race-by-race preview
A Ciaron Maher-trained runner can give punters a reward for patience while a youngster from the Danny O’Brien camp can show up on debut at Saturday’s Sandown Lakeside meeting.
WATCH: Ceolwulf, Via Sistina, and Switzerland among stars at Warwick Farm trials
Some of Sydney’s best racehorses made an appearance at Thursday morning’s Warwick Farm trials. Find out how they went.
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