Bren O'Brien

British racing has stepped up its campaign against plans to impose additional betting tax by calling a one-day blackout of all racing fixtures next month.

A major bookmaker could be forced to refund over $500,000 to a former account holder, and will pay a fine of over $50,000, after it was found to have breached to conditions of its Northern Territory licence regarding responsible wagering.

Amer Abdulaziz Salman, the founder of Phoenix Thoroughbreds, whose colours have been worn to victory in some of Australia and the world’s biggest races, has been jailed for 15 months over conspiracy to commit money laundering.

Thoroughbred Breeders Australia and Aushorse will have a new-look team from September 1 that includes the appointments Leanna Packard and Meaghan McGrath.

As Entain’s online net gaming revenue grew 18 per cent in New Zealand over the past 12 months, it also fell 7 per cent in Australia. Managing those contrasting situations presents an interesting challenge for interim Entain Australia and New Zealand chief executive Andrew Vouris.

Independent NSW MP Mark Latham will face a Racing NSW stewards' hearing over his heated clash with Australian Turf Club executive Steve McMahon.

With the breeding season only weeks away and more than 20 stallions set to make their debuts at stud in Australia, this week’s Run The Numbers looks at what size book is best in a first season.