Horse Racing News
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...
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...
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...
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....