Horse Racing News
Philosopher lands three on the trot
At the corresponding meeting 12 months ago, trainer Enver Jusufovic left Moonee Valley scratching his head. Philosopher had just had his first start for Jusufovic after a career with Anthony and Sam Freedman which included a debut two-year-old win at Caulfield. While Philosopher contested Melbourne’s better two-year-old races, he failed to live up to his early...
Kettle Hill breaks long drought at Moonee Valley
David Eustace will be able to head to Hong Kong content that Kettle Hill has broken through for his maiden win in Australia. Kettle Hill took out the Mitty’s Handicap (2040m) at Moonee Valley on Saturday to land his first victory since scoring in the UK at Sandown in September 2021. Eustace, who trains...
Three on the trot for Gitalong
Co-trainer Wayne Hawkes conceded the bungled start of favourite Dark Halo had made the task of Gitalong that much easier at Moonee Valley. Dark Halo, sent out the $1.80 betting site favourite, reared as the start was affected and was five lengths behind the leaders after 200m in the Summer Membership On Sale...
Tulloch Lodge juvenile Charges into $3m Magic Millions Classic contention
Gai Waterhouse gets it right more often than not, and her prediction that juvenile Straight Charge would romp home with the opening race at Randwick has proven to be on the money. The $1.60 betting sites favourite was in a class of his own, dictating from the outset and extending his advantage in...
Waller has $3m Magic Millions Guineas in sight with Chrysaor
The lure of a $3 million prizemoney purse for the Magic Millions Guineas has tempted Chris Waller to continue the campaign of Callander-Presnell winner Chrysaor into the summer. While the Group 2 performer is considered a genuine autumn carnival colt, the rich prizemoney on offer at the Gold Coast has convinced connections to...
Consistent Miss looking for change of fortune
Miss Hellfire might not be the best horse in the Peter and Paul Snowden stable, but the trainers would be happy to have a yard full of gallopers who try as hard. The winner of two of her 17 starts, Miss Hellfire has filled the placings on another eight occasions and Paul Snowden...
In form pair to ride for top stable
The leading stable of Ciaron Maher and David Eustace has called on the services of a couple of in-form young riders for two of their chances at Moonee Valley Celine Gaudrey will partner Matron Bullwinkel with Irish jockey Dylan Brown McMonagle aboard Kettle Hill when they meet in the Mitty’s Handicap (2040m) on Saturday. Gaudrey has posted eight...
The Astrologist has an itch to scratch in Dubai
Co-trainer Troy Corstens has an itch with The Astrologist that he wants to scratch by tackling another international foray in the New Year. The Astrologist will race on Australian soil for the first time since March when he lines up in the Listed Christmas Stakes (1100m) at Caulfield on Tuesday. Since running sixth in the Newmarket...
Best Horse Racing Betting Apps in Australia - December 2023
As we approach the conclusion of the year, the proliferation of online betting apps in Australia has presented punters with a plethora of options. With the festive season looming and top-notch racing events on the horizon, it is paramount to ascertain that you are making use of the best betting...
Wet track no worries for Thompson’s trio
The rain in Sydney this week has been a welcome arrival for trainer John Thompson as he prepares to saddle up a trio of runners at Randwick. With Your Blessing, Deniliquin and Auspicious Cloud have won 13 races between them and 11 of those victories have been on wet tracks. With Randwick rated in the...