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Straight Talk – Wagering industry in spotlight, Chris Waller on building success and a new record looms as Slipper winner sells
This week on Straight Talk, from wagering reform and tougher advertising restrictions to the rise of prediction markets, the biggest industry issues are under the spotlight. Also includes exclusive insights from champion trainer Chris Waller after his record-breaking season.
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Railway Stakes
Staying on track – Railway Stakes’ Group 1 reprieve comes with a warning 
The Railway Stakes may have retained its Group 1 status, but a prominent racing official says Australia’s handicap features face growing pressure to meet increasingly stringent international ratings benchmarks. 
Straight Talk – Wagering industry in spotlight, Chris Waller on building success and a new record looms as Slipper winner sells
This week on Straight Talk, from wagering reform and tougher advertising restrictions to the rise of prediction markets, the biggest industry issues are under the spotlight. Also includes exclusive insights from champion trainer Chris Waller after his record-breaking season.
Chris Waller
Chris Waller on scale, racing politics, innovation and loyalty
Coming off a record-breaking season on several fronts, Chris Waller says his stable has reached its maximum size and he is focused on refining his operation rather than expanding. In an exclusive interview, he also weighs in on New Zealand racing reform and the changing approach to two-year-olds in Australia. 
Rowe On Monday – Silverdale warming into spring, another Bow to the Australian stallion ranks and Nakhle’s new rising star
In this week’s Rowe On Monday, as a new generation of yearlings is welcomed, Tim catches up with Steve Grant on his crop for the 2027 sales, ponders whether a European star might be bound for Australia, and checks out an impressive filly in New Zealand. 

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