The future of jumps racing was probably the last thing on Racing Victoria chief executive Aaron Morrison’s mind during a highly successful week at Flemington, but if he needed a reminder of one of its positive impacts, he only had to look at the winners of four of the biggest races, writes Bren O’Brien.
The protracted legal case involving Entain and financial crimes regulator AUSTRAC could yet drag on for another year, with a November 2026 court date set to determine the civil charges brought against the wagering company.
Via Sistina notched a 12th Group 1 and gave James McDonald and Chris Waller their 50th in combination with an effortless win in a Champions Stakes run in heavy conditions at Flemington.
Tasracing’s annual report shows declines in turnover in both thoroughbred and harness racing but increases in race field revenue in a year where the state’s racing regulator took on greater integrity responsibilities.
The record pace of trade continues at the Keeneland November Breeding Stock Sale, with aggregate sales to the end of Book 2 up over 30 per cent, and Australian buyers involved on the third day.
Betting turnover on the Melbourne Cup is expected to have increased in 2025, arresting a three-year slide, and giving the broader racing industry, which relies on wagering for funding, reasons for optimism.
Sejardan, the star two-year-old turned Blue Gum Farm stallion, has died aged six after an accident at the Victorian farm.
Racing NSW claims it remains "Australia’s leading racing jurisdiction across every key measure" after delivering a $12.9 million surplus for the 2024/25 financial year despite ongoing wagering revenue decline.
Three positions on the Victoria Racing Club board will be determined at December’s annual general meeting, with nominations to close on Thursday.
Jamie Melham proved the central character of Half Yours’ homegrown Melbourne Cup success, 13 years after her impressive form in the saddle made her a compelling proposition for trainer Tony McEvoy, who combined with son Calvin for his own career-defining moment.
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