Bren O'Brien
Total 340 Posts
Run The Numbers – Sire dynasties built on Flemington’s straight
The Flemington straight is arguably Australia’s most valuable proving ground when it comes to aspiring stallions. For established star sires like Australia’s current top two, I Am Invincible and Zoustar, it continues to be a happy hunting ground.
French Group 1 success laced with Australasian influence
Starspangledbanner continued the run of Group 1 success for Australian sires in France with his colt Puchkine becoming his eighth global elite winner.
'Abhorrent and deserving of condemnation' - RV chairman condemns disqualified Weir
Disgraced champion trainer Darren Weir will be free to apply for his trainers’ licence in 2026 after receiving a two-year disqualification from the Victorian Racing Tribunal over the use of jiggers.
Federal crossbench moves to ban gambling advertising
Federal parliament crossbenchers, frustrated by the Albanese government’s lack of progress of gambling advertising reform, have introduced a Private Member’s Bill which would ban all advertising of online gambling.
Select neglect – Australia’s Japanese obsession yet to stretch to yearlings and foals
The connection between the Japanese and Australian thoroughbred industries may be building, but when it comes to buying bloodstock from the JRHA Select Sale, Australians are happy to keep their hands in their pockets.
Magic Millions shakes up its breeze-up sale
Three-year-olds will now feature at Magic Millions’ Horses in Training Sale alongside unraced two-year-olds in a major shift from the sales company to re-invigorate the format.
SA racing adds nearly $500 million in economic value despite declines in breeding and attendance
South Australia's thoroughbred racing industry contributes almost $500 million to the state’s economy and creates more than 3500 jobs, according to a new report.