Horse Racing News
Grandstand Cup Day celebrates life after racing
Racegoers at Grandstand Cup Day at Ascot enjoyed a special celebration of retired racehorses, with Racing WA’s Off the Track WA program taking centre stage. In collaboration with Perth Racing, the event showcased the versatility and achievements of retired racehorses, highlighting their transition into new careers beyond the track. Attendees had...
2025 Australian Derby next for prolific winner Shanwah
Rising star Shanwah has continued his impressive run of form, securing his fourth consecutive victory with a dominant performance in the Alister Clark Stakes at Moonee Valley. The three-year-old gelding, who has now won four of his eight career starts, is firmly on track for a Sydney campaign, with the...
Champion mare Via Sistina scores seventh G1 win in Australia
One year after making a stunning Australian debut in the Ranvet Stakes, superstar mare Via Sistina has returned to Rosehill and delivered another commanding performance to claim back-to-back victories in the Group 1 feature. Since her breakthrough win last year, the exceptional mare has added five more elite-level triumphs to her...
Broadsiding clings on to win the G1 Rosehill Guineas
Trainer James Cummings is staying tight-lipped about the next move for Rosehill Guineas hero Broadsiding, but he hasn’t dismissed the possibility of an international campaign for the star colt. Despite a wide draw and a challenging start, Broadsiding showcased his class and determination to notch his fourth Group 1 victory. Jockey...
Gringotts wins a thrilling Group 1 George Ryder Stakes
Rising star Gringotts has announced himself as a Group 1 contender with a heart-stopping victory in the George Ryder Stakes, edging out top-class rivals Fangirl and Ceolwulf in a dramatic finish. Trained by Ciaron Maher, Gringotts ($6) was the only runner in the elite 11-horse field yet to secure a Group...
Marhoona prevails in thrilling $5m Golden Slipper
In a remarkable rise to the top, Marhoona has claimed an emotional victory in the Golden Slipper, delivering trainer Michael Freedman a career-defining moment just six weeks after her debut at Canterbury. While Freedman had previously celebrated a Slipper triumph with his brother Richard in 2021 through Stay Inside—and was part...
Queen Of The Turf Stakes tilt ahead for impressive Grinzinger Belle
A bold front-running ride by Declan Bates proved to be a stroke of genius as Grinzinger Belle delivered a commanding victory in the Sunline Stakes at Moonee Valley, reminiscent of his thrilling performances aboard star mare Pride Of Jenni. With regular jockey Damian Lane in Sydney, where he secured Golden Slipper...
Schwarz handles The Valley best in the G1 William Reid Stakes
Rosemont Stud’s continued investment in high-quality colts has paid off handsomely, with their $1.25 million purchase Schwarz securing victory in the Group 1 William Reid Stakes at Moonee Valley. Described by co-trainer Tom Charlton as "a big-ticket stallion with a big pedigree," Schwarz was bought at the 2022 Magic Millions Gold...
Private Harry wins Group 1 The Galaxy, remains unbeaten
Emerging sprint star Private Harry proved he’s the real deal, stepping up in his first Group 1 test with a brilliant win in The Galaxy at Rosehill, delivering an emotional victory for trainer Nathan Doyle and jockey Ashley Morgan. Unbeaten in his first four starts—including a dominant performance in the $3...
Yarra Valley Cup change alters plans for Basilinna
A schedule adjustment to the Yarra Valley Cup has led to a revised approach for Basilinna, trained by Emma-Lee and David Browne. The Yarra Valley Cup was originally set for 1950m last Sunday but was abandoned after heavy rain made the track unsafe. To ensure the race still goes ahead, it has...