Horse Racing News
Gosford Takeover Target Stakes primed for Joe Pride dominance once more
Joe Pride holds a special affection for the Takeover Target Stakes at Gosford, evidenced by his long-standing pattern of victories across more than two decades.His debut effort in 2004 with Red Oog didn't yield the win, but it proved pivotal for the future dual Group 1 champion, introducing him to...
St Gotthard bypasses Gosford as Waller keeps juveniles strong
The prominent trainer Chris Waller has decided to send his $2.7 million purchase St Gotthard, a colt, past Gosford towards a stakes assignment on the Gold Coast, but he'll keep a powerful lineup in the juvenile event at the isolated meeting.Having claimed victory on debut amid midweek fare at Warwick...
Sarrismo tackles stakes grade in Gosford's The Coast feature
With a vital entry into the Big Dance now locked in, up-and-coming gelding Sarrismo readies for his latest hurdle – a black-type examination in the Listed The Coast at Gosford.The gelding boasts a flawless record inside the placings over nine appearances, having assembled three straight victories this term, capped by...
Kennewell seeks jackpot at Adelaide's Morphettville finale
With victories secured over the first two days of the Adelaide Carnival, Lloyd Kennewell looks to build on that form for a significant score at Morphettville on Saturday.Vangogh Bankcheque took out a race on the Australasian Oaks/Sangster Stakes program on April 25, as did Straand Deal for Kennewell during last...
Snowden eyes big run from Beadman in Gold Coast Guineas return
Talented three-year-old colt Beadman is set to revisit his top moment's location as trainer Peter Snowden aims for history to repeat in the Group Three Gold Coast Guineas.Last year's Ken Russell Memorial Classic (1200m) on this card delivered the colt's signature win by eight lengths in dominant style, and now...
Caulfield's Tour d'Horse sprint hosts Bustling's long-awaited return
Mick Price and co-trainer Michael Kent Jnr aren't choosy anymore regarding the previous West Australian contender Bustling, even though Saturday's Caulfield Tour d'Horse Sprint falls short of his purchase purpose.This 1000-metre $130,000 benchmark 84 event signals the four-year-old's re-entry after almost 20 months away.Bustling's lone race for the Price-Kent team...
Warwick Farm debut sees Uncertain Glory potentially Brisbane-headed
At Warwick Farm, juvenile fillies Uncertain Glory and La Barrita posted contrasting results, though each has a chance of venturing to Queensland this winter.A maiden for two-year-old fillies there might emerge as a vital guide for the Brisbane winter carnival, given that the winner and runner-up in third are set...
Proud Miss Stakes next for Aviatress after Adelaide plans change
Ahead of the Magic Millions National Broodmare Sale on the Gold Coast, the Aviatress camp originally scheduled a pair of Group 1 races in Adelaide.A problem surfaced just prior to the mare's debut attempt in the Robert Sangster Stakes (1200m) at Morphettville on April 25, dashing hopes for The Goodwood...
Yellow Brick nails The Archer at Rockhampton after delay
The team of Tony and Maddysen Sears faced a brief postponement, yet the victory made it all rewarding when their key runner Yellow Brick took out The Archer in Rockhampton.Scheduled initially for Sunday, the $1 million slotted contest was deferred owing to concerns over segments of the straight near home...
Record burden no issue for Stern Idol in Brierly Steeplechase
As Steven Pateman steered Stern Idol towards the hill's base in the Brierly Steeplechase at Warrnambool, trainer Ciaron Maher's earlier comments were fresh in his mind.The rider was on board Tuesday's $2.10 top pick at the Tozer Road double for the 3450m steeplechase, the key event kicking off the three-day...