NZ Racing Desk

High-class filly New Zealand Tajana has taken an impressive step toward a third Group 1 fillies’ feature for breeder and owner The Oaks Stud.

Te Akau trainer Mark Walker made history at Ballarat on Sunday with an unprecedented trifecta in the $400,000 Ecycle Solutions Grand National Steeplechase (4500m).

Reigning New Zealand premiership-winning trainers Mark Walker and Sam Bergerson will watch Ruakaka closely on Saturday despite sending only one runner to the Northland course.

Cranbourne trainer Clinton McDonald's pricey conviction about the prospects of Rosberg could be about to be vindicated.

Australian jockey Matt Cartwright has made an instant impact on his return to New Zealand, riding two winners from nine rides in the past week.

New Zealand trainer Raymond Connors has always dreamed of having a runner in the Melbourne Cup and reality is now starting to hit home as he prepares Trav towards Australia’s greatest race.

Trainers Simon and Katrina Alexander are contemplating options on both sides of the Tasman with their multiple Group 1 winner La Crique following a pleasing barrier trial at Taupo on Monday.