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Robertson-Smith to head up Racing Victoria’s new veterinary leadership team
Racing Victoria has appointed internationally experienced veterinarians Dr Glenn Robertson-Smith and Dr Stephanie Chapman to senior integrity and welfare roles ahead of the 2026 spring racing carnival.
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Straight Talk – A $5.6 million Chayan surprise, a tribute to Spirit Of Boom and Tabcorp’s AUSTRAC earthquake
Straight Talk looks at the stunning $5.6 million paid for two-year-old Chayan, examines the legacy of Spirit Of Boom, Fred Noffke’s latest plans plus Tabcorp’s sudden compliance challenges and much, much more.
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Straight Talk – A $5.6 million Chayan surprise, a tribute to Spirit Of Boom and Tabcorp’s AUSTRAC earthquake
Straight Talk looks at the stunning $5.6 million paid for two-year-old Chayan, examines the legacy of Spirit Of Boom, Fred Noffke’s latest plans plus Tabcorp’s sudden compliance challenges and much, much more.
Computer-assisted wagering under further US scrutiny amid lawsuits, Churchill Downs controversy
In the United States, computer-assisted wagering, or CAW, has shifted from niche tactic to industry flashpoint, raising urgent questions about fairness, market structure and whether technology-driven betting is enhancing or eroding racing’s parimutuel foundations, in a development which could have implications on plans for a national tote in Australia.
Written In The Stars – Sam Hayes on dynasties, succession and forging your own path
Born into one of Australia’s most famous racing families, Sam Hayes had no shortage of career advice growing up, but it was the words of ice hockey legend Wayne Gretzky, plus the inspiration of his late father Peter, which led him to step in his own direction.
Rowe On Monday – Many winners from SA Derby, a Down Under carrot for Bizakov, Tutta La Vita plans on hold and Aussie bookies’ Ascot adventure
In this week’s Rowe On Monday, we delve into the sales background of South Australian Derby winner Wigmore, explain why Nurlan Bizakov’s investment is a good sign, report on a high-profile online auction withdrawal and reveal what’s next in the UK for two prominent bookmakers.
