Horse Racing News
Weather key for Samuel Langhorne at Flemington
With Victoria in desperate need of rain, trainer Michael Kent is hopeful of getting through the early part of the Flemington meeting with not too much falling. Kent has Samuel Langhorne engaged in the opening race at Flemington on Saturday, the TAB We’re On (2520m) and the trainer does not want the track...
Spring Racing Carnival plans afoot for Ahha Ahha
Trainer Clinton McDonald is already thinking ahead to spring with emerging filly Ahha Ahha, who will contest the Darren Galley Mile (1600m) at Flemington on Saturday as she builds towards a bigger goal later this year. McDonald has his sights set on the Group 3 Summoned Stakes (1600m) at Caulfield in...
Pride has one Eye on Brisbane as he gang tackles Randwick
Joe Pride will launch Private Eye first-up into the Stradbroke Handicap (1400m) after scrapping plans to run him in the Kingsford-Smith Cup (1300m) following the washout at Eagle Farm last weekend. Initially, Private Eye was to return in the Group 1 1300m sprint, but with the race postponed, Pride chose to...
Freedman filly ready to Fly in 2025 Queensland Oaks
Richard and Will Freedman are set to saddle up a promising pair in the fillies’ feature at Eagle Farm, with Let’s Fly forcing her way into the field after a commanding win last start that convinced connections to pay the late entry for the Queensland Oaks. They’re now hoping the...
Miss Kim Kar keeping Queensland racing carnival hopes alive
Miss Kim Kar will be chasing back-to-back wins at Randwick on Saturday, with trainer Bjorn Baker hinting at a possible Queensland campaign should the talented filly deliver again. The cleverly named three-year-old, a daughter of Kardashing, draws inspiration from global icon Kim Kardashian and has already captured the imagination of her...
Wet track specialist to take Flight in 2025 Bob Charley AO Stakes
Joe Pride’s hunt for the right conditions for his progressive sprinter In Flight paid off with a trip to Queensland recently, but this week the Sydney weather has delivered just what he needs at home. In Flight is set to compete in the Listed Bob Charley AO Stakes (1100m) at Randwick...
Bold Soul ready to pounce at Flemington
Michelle and Patrick Payne know that four-year-old racing can be a tough step up, and Bold Soul is living proof of that challenge as he works to regain his winning form. After a stellar three-year-old campaign highlighted by five wins from nine starts, Bold Soul has yet to get on the...
Spicy Martini races into the 2025 Stradbroke Handicap field
Veteran jockey Craig Williams believes Spicy Martini is a genuine threat in the upcoming Stradbroke Handicap, despite the fact he won’t be able to partner her again due to weight restrictions. The filly secured a golden ticket into the race by capturing the Fred Best Classic (1350m) at Doomben on Wednesday,...
Observer one to keep a watch on
As James Cummings prepares to wrap up his tenure with Godolphin at the end of July, the emergence of Observer may shape their ongoing association. While Cummings is expected to continue working with some of the stable’s runners, Observer’s effortless maiden win at Sandown has made a strong case for...
Penpel puts the writing on the wall at Warwick Farm races
Penpel has emerged as a serious spring contender after a dominant maiden victory at Warwick Farm, confirming the high expectations from jockey Adam Hyeronimus. The Marc Conners-trained filly produced a sharp finish to win the TAB Handicap (1100m) by three lengths on Wednesday. After a strong second on debut behind Agarwood,...