Horse Racing News
Rawiller and Savvy Hallie steal the show in Light Fingers Stakes upset
In a tidy surprise, Savvy Hallie accelerated away from odds-on shot Apocalyptic to nab the opening three-year-old fillies showdown of the Sydney carnival in the Light Fingers Stakes.Apocalyptic entered off a Princess Series triumph in spring and was backed at $1.50, leaving Savvy Hallie as the $3.70 danger.The runner-up favourite...
Maher's Ciaron's Star takes Pierro Plate in gritty effort
Progressive filly Ciaron's Star is inching toward qualification for the Golden Slipper after grinding out a win in the Pierro Plate (1100m) at Randwick, but her connections prefer she validates the performance before committing to the $5 million juvenile showpiece.Travelling well just off the lead for Tommy Berry, Ciaron's Star...
Triumph of Hard Kick lifts Hayes after Miss Finland's loss
Following the demise of one of Lindsay Park's most celebrated juveniles the previous day, the Hayes family found a promising youngster who might emerge as the stable's forthcoming headline act.Hard Kick, the gelding by All Too Hard, began his track career impressively, crushing opponents in the $175,000 Listed Talindert Stakes...
Switch to Desirable Stakes ideal for Ole Dancer
Subpar performance in a midweek hit-out from a yard companion means Ole Dancer will contest the fillies' Stakes race at Flemington.Sheza Alibi, under the care of Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman, was set to launch her autumn slate in the Listed Desirable Stakes (1400m) this Saturday, as Ole Dancer targeted...
Trainer McArdle eyes Group 1 success for My Gladiola at Flemington
John McArdle, the trainer, has nurtured Group 1 dreams for skilled filly My Gladiola from her very first triumph on debut.Yet those aspirations faced setbacks twice: an unfavourable starting position in the Blue Diamond Stakes and subsequently an inner gate in the Coolmore Stud Stakes on the Flemington straight during...
Kluske opts for tougher test with Gold Spirit in Morphettville sprint
While Gold Spirit could target less challenging events than his upcoming assignment at Morphettville this Saturday, trainer Grant Kluske finds merit in raising the promising speedster in class.This four-year-old prepares for outing number two this season in the $55,000 Sportsbet Same Race Multi BM72 Handicap, spanning 1000 metres on Parks...
Aeliana in fine fettle for upcoming Apollo Stakes run
Throughout her spring series, Aeliana took it up to Via Sistina in her opener, was beaten only by Mr Brightside on her second start, and took part in a Cox Plate, yet trainer Chris Waller was never entirely content with her.Her racing displays were strong, but the leading handler acknowledged...
Rawiller barred by weight from Weeping Woman in Triscay Stakes
Nash Rawiller earns acclaim for daring race tactics and powerful closing efforts, cementing his status as an elite rider.According to trainer Joe Pride, precise assessment of horses merits inclusion among his strengths.Over recent seasons, the combination has thrived, particularly via standout sprinter Eduardo, prompting Pride to heed Rawiller's insights carefully.Essential...
Loud Charlie out to back-up Sandown success
Lloyd Kennewell likes to aim high with his horses and he hopes the big league is where Loud Charlie belongs. After breaking through for his maiden win at Sandown at the end of last month, Loud Charlie heads to the Group 3 C S Hayes Stakes (1400m) at Flemington on Saturday. And a...
Flemington assignment boosts Space Rider's Australian Guineas bid
At Flemington, Space Rider looks to strengthen his case for the Australian Guineas.Trained by Mick Price and Michael Kent Jnr, the horse contests the Group 3 CS Hayes Stakes (1400m) this Saturday at Flemington, priming him for the Group 1 Australian Guineas (1600m) over the same course in two weeks'...