Horse Racing News
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Another Wil land emotional G1 CF Orr Stakes
Jamie Melham secured her first Group 1 win under her new name, guiding Another Wil to victory in the CF Orr Stakes (1400m) at Caulfield. This triumph was particularly meaningful following her recent marriage to fellow jockey Ben Melham. Another Wil, trained by Ciaron Maher, was bred by Colin and Janice...
Oly’s Choice the pick for Pearce in the Cyril Flower Stakes
Next month’s Bunbury Stakes (1400m) is the primary target for Oly’s Choice, but co-trainer Ben Pearce hasn’t ruled out the son of Demerit winning first-up at Ascot on Saturday. After overcoming a few setbacks, Pearce and his brother Dan are relieved to have Oly’s Choice back at the races, launching...
Dappled Map takes familiar path before G2 Adelaide Cup twist
Encouraged by her strong preparation for a first-up run this weekend, co-trainers Dan Clarken and Oppy MacGillvray are guiding South Australia's leading stayer, The Map, along the same path towards the Adelaide Cup, starting on Saturday. The six-year-old mare is set to launch her campaign in the Listed Premier’s Plate (2000m)...
Sharp Warden wins G1 Black Caviar Lightning preview
Jamie Melham will ride one of the top contenders in Australia’s first Group 1 of the year at Caulfield on Saturday, but she took a moment on Friday morning to test her mount for next week’s marquee event. Melham guided Traffic Warden to victory in an 800-metre jumpout at Flemington, which...