Horse Racing News
Patience pays off with Santa Ana Moon
The connections of Santa Ana Moon finally got their reward after a long wait, as the colt captured his maiden win in the Sportsbet Jockey Watch Plate (1200m) at Sandown. Prepared by Leon and Troy Corstens in partnership with Will Larkin, the three-year-old overcame early career interruptions to secure his breakthrough...
Trainers hoping for Grand week with juveniles
A strong midweek performance from Grand Eagle has Ryan and Alexiou eyeing further juvenile success at The Championships this weekend. The promising colt broke through in the Good Luck Paris Eaton Handicap (1100m) at Hawkesbury, winning by 1-1/4 lengths in his third career outing. He had previously placed at Warwick Farm and...
Aeliana G1 Australian Oaks decision Tuesday, but start unlikely
Chris Waller is keeping his options open ahead of the ATC Australian Oaks, with a final decision on his runners to come Tuesday morning. It's unlikely, however, that Derby-winning filly Aeliana will back up for the Group 1 feature over 2400m. Waller, speaking from the Inglis Easter Yearling Sale, said that...
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...