Bren O'Brien
Total 606 Posts
Fillies first – Gold Coast market inverts as investors cool on colts
For the first time in Magic Millions history, the average price of a yearling filly on the Gold Coast was higher than that of a colt.
Trainers and jockey pay spat to prove a test of Morrison’s leadership
Racing Victoria CEO Aaron Morrison has two of his key participant groups, jockeys and trainers, at war but the issues run far deeper than a dispute over whether jockeys should be paid to ride in jumpouts.
Caulfield on hold – Meetings moved as fire recovery continues
Melbourne Racing Club is still awaiting confirmation whether its autumn features will be able to be staged at Caulfield after two upcoming meetings were moved.
Run The Numbers – Australia’s busiest sires – Alabama Express on top
The data from the 2024 breeding season is filtering through with stallions from Yulong, Coolmore, Newgate and Widden featuring among the most popular. Run The Numbers takes a detailed look at the service statistics.
The 2025 Inglis Easter Yearling Catalogue
The full catalogue for the 2025 Easter Yearling Sale.
Analysis: Clouds on the Coast as wagering uncertainty persists
Bren O’Brien spent last week on the Gold Coast and reports that while the temperature may have come out of the bloodstock market, the uncertain conditions in the wagering industry also point to a stormy 2025.
Friday night lights - Heavy storms force rescheduling of Magic Millions race day
The final seven races of the $14.5 million Magic Millions race day will be run on Friday night after heavy rain caused the scheduled Gold Coast meeting on Saturday to be called off after just three races.