Horse Racing News
Zip Lock’s in 2026 Magic Millions Classic start
The loss of Cool Archie from Magic Millions 2YO Classic calculations has been quickly offset for Chris and Corey Munce with Zip Lock emerging as a genuine contender. Once a double-figure chance for the $3 million January 17 feature, Zip Lock has tightened to $7 after landing the Group 3 B.J....
Guest House stamps himself on the 2026 Blue Diamond Stakes
The delayed debut of Guest House was not ideal in Mick Price’s eyes, but the colt ensured the wait was worthwhile with a strong win at Cranbourne. Originally set to contest the Magic Millions VIC 2YO Classic (1100m), the Home Affairs colt instead launched his career in the Clamms Seafood Handicap...
2026 Magic Millions Classic but not By Choice for trainer
Adrian Bott accepts that ownership support may steer debut winner By Choice towards a Gold Coast campaign following her Randwick success. While Bott would ideally prefer to space the filly’s preparation and target a later two-year-old race, the $3 million Magic Millions 2YO Classic (1200m) on January 17 remains firmly on...
Litt upbeat with 2025 Gosford Guineas favourite
Richard Litt is pleased with what he has seen from emerging filly Caffe Florian, but the trainer insists patience remains the priority as she steps into Listed company. While the filly carries the name of a famous Italian coffee institution, Litt is content to let her performances do the talking as...
Sandown suits Regal Zeus in 2025 Lord Stakes win at Sandown
John McArdle may have expected a relaxed Boxing Day at Sandown, but a firm reminder from home ensured he arrived trackside dressed for a feature race occasion. With Regal Zeus preparing to contest the Listed Lord Stakes (1600m), McArdle took his partner’s advice and opted for formal wear. “My wife said, ‘you’ve...
Gavin Bedggood wins Zabeel Classic and Christmas Stakes 2025
A memorable trans-Tasman double saw Gavin Bedggood savour one of the finest days of his training career. Success came first across the ditch where Kingswood ($10) produced a bold front-running effort under Rory Hutchings to win the Group 1 Zabeel Classic (2000m) at Ellerslie. Within an hour, Bedggood doubled up when Hedged...
Tavi’s Time again in the 2025 Summer Cup at Randwick
Kris Lees didn’t mind when the next win arrived, and Tavi Time ensured it came in style on Boxing Day by securing his second Group 3 Summer Cup and completing a winning double for the stable. The six-year-old had been knocking on the door throughout the year and finally returned to...
Magnaspin set to shine at Sandown on Boxing Day races
The Corstens and Larkin stable believe Sandown could once again bring the best out of Magnaspin when he lines up in Friday’s Listed Lord Stakes (1600m). While the six-year-old is yet to contest a race on the Lakeside course, he boasts a flawless record at the Hillside version, placing in all...
Star colt to miss key Magic Millions Classic 2026 lead-up BJ McLachlan Stakes
Paradoxium’s Golden Coast mission is in jeopardy after the star juvenile was ruled out of the BJ McLachlan Stakes at Eagle Farm due to illness. The colt travelled from Sydney overnight on Tuesday, but after settling in Brisbane, trainer Bjorn Baker confirmed the youngster had become unwell and was scratched from...
Chicago Storm ready to go in the Christmas Handicap 2025
Chicago Storm will look to add another piece of black type to his résumé on Saturday, but trainer David Aldridge says finding the right races for the gelding is becoming increasingly difficult. The Murray Bridge conditioner saddles his stable star in the Listed Christmas Handicap (1200m) at Morphettville, a race the...