Horse Racing News
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...
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,...
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,...
Sure Thing a winning machine for Smith
Trainer David Smith’s gamble on Sure Thing has paid off handsomely, with the former eastern states galloper proving to be a major success since arriving in WA. Picked up for just $13,000, Sure Thing has returned $37,728 in prize money, capturing five wins from seven starts across Esperance and Kalgoorlie. Unbeaten...
Pride Of Jenni booked to Champion stallion I Am Invincible
Australia’s reigning Horse of the Year and the country’s leading stallion will meet later this year with Pride Of Jenni confirmed for a meeting with I Am Invincible. Yarraman Park Stud, in conjunction with Pride Of Jenni’s owner Tony Ottobre, announced on Tuesday night that the three-time Group 1-winning daughter of Pride...
Jenni’s Meadow primed for 2025 Queensland Oaks
Lindsay Park is hopeful that Jenni’s Meadow can break new ground for the stable in Queensland, with the filly poised for a big performance in the Group 1 Queensland Oaks (2200m). With a solid second in the Group 2 The Roses under her belt, the Hayes team is confident she’s...
Atishu sibling to run at Flemington
After a solid break and consistent preparation, Dream All Day returns to Flemington in benchmark 78 company over 1400m, aiming to live up to the expectations that come with being a sister to Atishu. Trained by Mick Price and Michael Kent Jnr, she holds a strong record of two wins...
Craig Williams keeping Premiership options open
Craig Williams is still a genuine contender for this season’s Victorian Metropolitan Jockeys’ Premiership, and it could affect his travel plans. The multiple-time premiership winner is considering delaying a trip to Ukraine if he closes the gap on Blake Shinn, who currently leads the standings but is sidelined with injury....
Pride Of Jenni returning home from Queensland
Champion mare Pride Of Jenni is on her way back to Victoria with owner Tony Ottobre sending one of his staff members to accompany her and fellow runner Jennilala to ensure a safe return. Ottobre has made it clear that assessing the mare’s well-being back at his Mornington Peninsula farm...
Benedetta could bypass Kingsford Smith Cup for 2025 Stradbroke Handicap
Victorian trainer Jason Warren has some tough scheduling calls to make for his classy mare Benedetta after the Kingsford Smith Cup (1300m) was postponed and shifted to this coming Saturday. The rescheduling of the $1 million Group 1 sprint at Eagle Farm now places it in direct conflict with her path...