Horse Racing News
The Pendragon makes return at The Valley in the 2025 Chautauqua Stakes
Former New Zealand star The Pendragon is set to begin a new chapter when he resumes in the Listed Chautauqua Stakes (1200m) at Moonee Valley on Saturday, his first start for Lindsay Park. The gelding was previously prepared by the late Mike Moroney, who was adamant the horse had the ability...
Oak Hill set to rebound in the 2025 Moir Stakes
The Hayes brothers are hoping Oak Hill can redeem himself when he returns to Moonee Valley for Saturday’s Group 1 Moir Stakes. A brilliant first-up winner at the track and trip, Oak Hill failed to reproduce that form in the Listed Carlyon Stakes, finishing fifth. Ben Hayes said the stable has...
Ceolwulf barking up the right tree in the 2025 Chelmsford Stakes
After controversy in the Group 1 Winx Stakes, Ceolwulf and jockey Chad Schofield will be out to make amends in Saturday’s Group 2 Chelmsford Stakes (1600m) at Randwick. Critics questioned Schofield’s decision to angle wide on the turn in the Winx, allowing Via Sistina and Aeliana to save ground and fight...
2025 Cox Plate not off the table for Linebacker
Connections of Linebacker will be hoping class can overcome a tricky barrier draw when the colt resumes in the Group 2 Tramway Stakes at Randwick this weekend. Trainer Tom Charlton remains unfazed about the wide gate. “We’d rather get it out of the way early,” he said. “This run will bring...
Thompson taking long-term view with his 2025 Furious Stakes filly
While trainer John Thompson isn’t convinced Open Secret can match the raw speed of her Furious Stakes opposition, he sees Saturday’s Group 2 as a crucial building block towards the 1400m and mile legs of the Princess Series. The three-year-old produced a strong late finish for fourth behind Savvy Hallie in...
La Dorada in Group 1 dash first-up in 2025 Moir Stakes
Star Kiwi filly La Dorada will get her chance to prove herself against Australia’s best sprinters when she contests Saturday’s Group 1 Moir Stakes (1000m) at Moonee Valley. Winner of the Karaka Millions and the Sires’ Produce Stakes as a two-year-old, La Dorada arrives with an imposing record of three wins...
Coolmore Stud Stakes test in the McKenzie Stakes 2025 for Rosberg
While many of Clinton McDonald’s top colts have been sold abroad in recent years, Rosberg will not be leaving his care. The trainer has placed a “not for sale” tag on the Deep Field three-year-old, confident he can develop into a stallion prospect at home. Rosberg makes his highly anticipated debut...
Melbourne Cup fancies set for Chelmsford Stakes 2025 return
While victory is not the main aim, Saturday’s Chelmsford Stakes at Randwick will serve as an important checkpoint for Waterhouse and Bott imports Vauban and Sir Delius as they head towards the Melbourne Cup. The 1600m Group 2 is the starting point of campaigns that will stretch deep into the...
Jimmysstar to follow Bella’s path to rich The Everest 2025
Jimmysstar will begin his spring journey with an eye firmly on The Everest when he contests the Group 3 Concorde Stakes (1000m) at Randwick. Trainer Ciaron Maher is deliberately using the same program that worked wonders with Bella Nipotina 12 months ago. The gelding, winner of the All Aged Stakes...
Pride bullish Private Eye can pack a punch in the 2025 Tramway Stakes
Randwick will host the return of one of the country’s most seasoned gallopers on Saturday when Private Eye tackles the Group 2 Tramway Stakes (1400m), aiming for his fourteenth career success. Trainer Joe Pride was delighted with the eight-year-old’s first-up effort in the P B Lawrence Stakes (1400m) at Caulfield, where...