Horse Racing News
Black Caviar Lightning Stakes 2025 out but Royal Ascot still a possibility
Isthmus' hopes of competing in a Group 1 event at Flemington have been put on hold due to surgery for an entrapped epiglottis. However, trainers Anthony and Sam Freedman remain optimistic about the mare’s chances of racing internationally. Originally set to launch her autumn campaign in the Group 1 Lightning Stakes...
Ethan Brown after more Group 1 Glory in Black Caviar Lightning Stakes
Jockey Ethan Brown is eager to secure another Group 1 victory as he takes the reins on Mornington Glory in the upcoming Black Caviar Lightning Stakes (1000m) at Flemington. Brown, who has claimed six Group 1 titles since May 2022, is excited to reunite with Mornington Glory for Saturday’s high-stakes sprint....
Chris Waller has eyes on first All Star Mile
After achieving Group 1 status, the All-Star Mile has become a prominent target for renowned trainer Chris Waller. The nominations for the All-Star Mile (1600m) at Flemington on March 8 closed on Tuesday, with Waller entering seven horses in the $2.5 million race. Since its inception in 2019, Waller has had only...
Melham’s Wish could soon come true in Futurity Stakes
Jamie Melham has been eager to reunite with I Wish I Win ever since their first partnership, and her excitement has only grown after witnessing the gelding's recent performances at the Pakenham jumpouts. Melham has teamed up with the Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman-trained I Wish I Win for two jumpout...
Bellazaine stakes 2025 Golden Slipper claims with Lonhro Plate win
The Lonhro Plate might have been a consolation prize after missing a run in the Inglis Millennium, but for the connections of Bellazaine, the Listed race win has reignited hopes of a Golden Slipper start. The daughter of Zousain was an emergency for the $2 million Inglis Millennium, but even...
Here To Shock land Hayes boys international G1 in BCD Group Sprint
Here To Shock delivered an unforgettable victory for Lindsay Park trainers Ben, Will, and J D Hayes, securing their first-ever international Group 1 win in New Zealand. The experienced gelding was aimed at the BCD Group Sprint (1400m) at Te Rapa on Saturday, and the ambitious move paid off with a...
Reshuffle to 2025 Blue Diamond Stakes markets after Preludes
The betting landscape for the Group 1 Blue Diamond Stakes (1200m) at Caulfield has shifted significantly after key contenders failed to deliver in the lead-up races on Saturday. My Gladiola, who was the top pick for the prestigious event on February 22, aimed to solidify her favoritism in the Blue Diamond...
Angel Capital to seek Australian Guineas revenge
Trainer Clinton McDonald and jockey Ben Melham are aiming for redemption in the Australian Guineas following Angel Capital’s impressive return to racing at Caulfield. Angel Capital secured victory in the Group 2 Autumn Stakes (1400m) on Saturday, setting the stage for his run in the Group 1 Australian Guineas (1600m) at...
Sentimental win as Rivellino takes out $2m Inglis Millennium
Trainer Kris Lees had high expectations for Rivellino early on, and his decision to secure James McDonald for the ride paid off spectacularly with a victory in the $2 million Inglis Millennium. Exclusive to horses purchased at Inglis sales, the race also provides valuable prizemoney credit towards qualification for the Group...
Public Attention draws to G1 Randwick Guineas
Trainer Mick Price is eyeing a Randwick Guineas campaign for promising colt Public Attention after his strong victory in the Eskimo Prince Stakes. The Written Tycoon-sired runner ($5) proved too strong, fending off Linebacker ($4.80) by 1¼ lengths, with race favorite Gatsby’s ($4.20) finishing third. After placing fifth in the Group 1...