Bren O'Brien
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Run The Numbers – The big blue change
The change of training strategies at Godolphin has precipitated the greatest movement of horses between stables in Australia since 2019. This week’s Run The Numbers breaks down which trainers have been the winners.
A hostile takeover – betr ups offer but PointsBet still not playing
Undeterred by an order which restrains betr from putting its full bidder statement in front of PointsBet shareholders, the Matthew Tripp-led bookmaker has increased its offer for its rival substantially, valuing the company at close to $450 million, only to again be rebuffed.
Zoustar chosen as Bella Nipotina’s beau
Zoustar has been selected as the first mating for four-time Group 1 winner Bella Nipotina.
Jason Scott backs a new Pony
Jason Scott has wasted little time returning to the wagering industry, and this week was appointed CEO of ambitious player The Booki Group, the owners of PonyBet.
‘Simply unacceptable’ – Betfair earns wrath of ACMA over spam breach
Betfair has become the third Australian wagering company in the space of two months to be fined heavily by ACMA over its marketing practices.
McGauran officially departs ATC board
Former chairman Peter McGauran has officially departed as a director of the Australian Turf Club board.
Coolmore quartet lands in Australia
A quartet of Coolmore stallions, including Wootton Bassett, the highest priced stallion to stand in Australian history, have arrived ahead of the 2025 breeding season.