Horse Racing News
Grahame Begg praises HKJC World Pool Sprint Classic as perfect prep for Arrowfield Sprint
Trainer Grahame Begg has applauded Racing Victoria and the Victoria Racing Club with their programming of the HKJC World Pool Sprint Classic. The Listed race for three-year-olds over 1100m on Saturday carries $500,000 in prize money and has attracted 18 runners. Begg said it was the perfect lead-in race towards the Group 2...
Stars aligning for Vauban in G1 Tancred Stakes
Former jumper Vauban wasted no time making an impact with a sharp first-up victory, increasing confidence in his ability as he prepares for a more fitting challenge at Rosehill. Previously competing across Europe, Vauban had never raced under 2200m. However, he demonstrated his versatility by charging home to secure the Sky...
Alabama Lass up for Aussie test at Flemington races
Talented New Zealand filly Alabama Lass has already proven her versatility by winning on both right-handed and left-handed tracks. Now, she faces a new challenge—taking on the straight course at Flemington in her Australian debut. Alabama Lass has traveled to Melbourne to compete in the Listed HKJC World Pool Sprint Classic...
Pride turning the screws on G1 Queen Elizabeth Stakes bound Ceolwulf
Joe Pride has carefully mapped out Ceolwulf's campaign, with the Neville Sellwood Stakes forming a crucial step in his preparation for a bigger target. Pride has set his sights on the Queen Elizabeth Stakes (2000m), and he believes Saturday's Rosehill outing is the ideal way to get there. “This just looked like...
Atishu aims for third Flemington G1 in the Australian Cup
While not necessarily considered alongside Chris Waller's other legendary horses, Atishu continues to be a formidable presence on the racetrack. This seven-year-old mare is set to pursue her third Group 1 victory in the Australian Cup at Flemington this Saturday, aiming for her fourth Group 1 win overall. Atishu shares her age...
Yulong import adds intrigue to the Emancipation Stakes
Michael Kent Jnr acknowledges that he doesn’t quite know what to expect from the former Irish mare Sakti when she makes her Australian debut in the Emancipation Stakes at Rosehill, but he is confident that she will have a successful career in Australia. The lightly raced four-year-old, a Listed winner and...
Speedy pair cross paths in the Listed Bob Hoysted Handicap
The Lindsay Park team, led by Ben, Will, and J D Hayes, is hoping their two sprinters, Joyful Fortune and Acromantula, won't cause any issues for each other in a Stakes race at Flemington. Both will meet in the Listed Bob Hoysted Handicap (1000m) on Saturday, with each horse drawing opposite...
Star NZ sprinter to line-up in 2025 The Quokka field
Crocetti is set to showcase New Zealand’s sprinting prowess in Perth next month, representing the Trackside NZ/Perth Racing slot in the $5 million Quokka (1200m). Having secured nine victories from 14 starts, Crocetti earned an invitation from Entain New Zealand—operators of Trackside TV, the TAB, and betcha betting brands—following his success...
Dubai Honour heads cracking G1 Tancred Stakes field
Dubai Honour is set to make his long-awaited return to Sydney for the first time in two years, gearing up for the Tancred Stakes at Rosehill. His handler, Isabella Paul, is confident that he arrives as a more seasoned and well-rounded competitor. Back in the autumn of 2023, Dubai Honour announced...
Unbeaten Rose shows appetite for success ahead of Vinery Stud Stakes
A change in the feeding routine of Verona Rose is proving to be a game-changer as she takes the next crucial step towards the ATC Australian Oaks. The Castelvecchio filly was bought with classic aspirations in mind, and after a debut victory at Kembla Grange in November, trainer Gary Portelli opted...