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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
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.
Five questions yet to be answered about a National Tote
Tabcorp is on the brink of realising a generational ambition to create a single national tote across Australia. But two months out from its slated launch, scepticism remains as to what its impact may be and even when it will be rolled out. Bren O’Brien looks at the key unanswered questions.
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