Horse Racing News
Determination pays off for Louis in the Geraldton Cup
Brandon Louis may not be a fixture in the biggest races week in, week out, but his determination and humility have helped him carve out a respected career in the Australian riding ranks. His journey since arriving in Australia has been defined by hard work, a positive outlook, and a firm...
Star WA training team primed for The Quokka bid
Grant and Alana Williams are optimistic that Western Empire is ready to fire first-up in The Quokka (1200m), where they’ll attempt to end Overpass’s unbeaten run in Perth. Last year’s bid with Triple Missile came up short, but this year the stable is much more confident, relying on the Group 1-winning...
Close relation to Zougotcha fetches $2.6m at Inglis Easter Yearling Sale
The second session of the Inglis Easter Yearling Sale delivered a memorable morning for Widden Stud, with two Zoustar yearlings producing standout results for the farm. A colt closely related to Group 1 star Schwarz fetched $1.4 million early in the day, while a Zoustar filly with ties to Zougotcha blew...
Ascot Recap: A new queen, a star returns, gun apprentice lands final blow
Ascot played host to an unforgettable day of racing over the weekend as the WA Oaks meeting brought together top-tier talent, rising stars, and key storylines ahead of the WA Derby. From dominant wins to breakthrough performances, the afternoon had something for everyone. WIN OF THE DAY A new era begins in...
Melbourne Cup dream fuelling Vauban’s 2025 Queen Elizabeth Stakes bid
Vauban will step out in Saturday’s Queen Elizabeth Stakes as part of a carefully managed preparation by trainers Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott, who are keeping their eyes firmly on the 2025 Melbourne Cup. The stable had considered targeting the Sydney Cup (3200m) but ultimately settled on the 2000m Queen Elizabeth,...
$2.7m paid for Switzerland’s brother
Switzerland’s racing career may be nearing its conclusion, but Coolmore and Chris Waller are already investing in the next generation, going all in at the Inglis Easter Yearling Sale with the purchase of his full brother for a staggering $2.7 million. The colt, sired by Snitzel and out of American mare...
Shout The Bar’s $3m colt bought by Gai Waterhouse in the Inglis Easter Yearling Sale
Determined not to miss out, Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott went to $3 million to secure the first foal of their former Group 1-winning mare Shout The Bar at the 2025 Inglis Easter Yearling Sale. The colt, by Home Affairs, was catalogued as Lot 158 and became the highest-priced yearling on...
Share in Golden Slipper runner-up for sale on Inglis Digital
An exciting investment opportunity is currently underway, with a 10 percent share in top-tier colt Coleman now available via Inglis Digital’s April (Early) Online Sale, which is officially active. By Friday afternoon at 4:30pm, the leading bid for the share had reached $80,000, reflecting immediate interest in the Pierata colt. Coleman burst...
Spring Racing Carnival ambitions for unbeaten Scenic Point
Scenic Point remains unbeaten after securing another convincing win, this time at Caulfield, adding to the excitement within the Lindsay Park stable of Ben, Will, and J D Hayes as they prepare for a big spring campaign. After a strong first-up performance at Pakenham, the promising filly stepped up to stakes...
SA Derby and QLD Derby plans for Statuario
A powerful staying performance from Statuario has left Emma-Lee and David Browne with a promising dilemma: which Derby path to take next. Statuario’s victory in the Listed Galilee Series Final (2400m) at Caulfield opens the door to either the South Australian Derby in early May or the Queensland Derby later that...