Tim Rowe

Total 154 Posts

Like father, like son - John Fung follows Hong Kong family into thoroughbred business

John Fung is the latest member of the Aquis Farm, TFI family enamoured by the thoroughbred and he’s continuing his equine education in all facets of the racing and breeding industries.

Rowe on Monday - HK Derby in for a Shock, breeding the SA way and Malaysian owner moves on NZB Kiwi pick

In this week's Rowe On Monday, Tim Rowe examines the unheralded influence at stud of Melbourne Cup winner Shocking, puts a spotlight on the South Australian breeding industry and reveals two possible Bjorn Baker-trained contenders for the NZB $3.5 million Kiwi.

Inglis Classic Day 1 - Milestone result for Hawkins, Private Harry team’s Classic buy, Yiu's next Voyage Bubble?

Southern Highlands breeder Hawkins achieved his biggest sales ring result with a Wootton Bassett colt fetching $400,000 at the Inglis Classic Sale on Sunday.

Wil's Orr, Rivellino's Millennium, Palm Angel and Field Of Play's Blue Diamond plays and a Shocking G1 double

Saturday's racing wrap takes in the Group 1 action from Caulfield at Te Rapa, and a Millennium to remember at Randwick.

‘Playing chess with nature’ - How the Aga Khan changed the global thoroughbred industry

The death of renowned racing figure the Aga Khan was felt around the world. He is the latest of a generation of 20th century thoroughbred pioneers to pass away with leading industry figures paying tribute and reflecting on his legacy.

An Aussie success story - Stewart drives global ambitions for start-up Pedigrees 360

The sale of an Australian thoroughbred software company to leviathan American investor John Stewart has been completed, with ambitious plans under way to expand the product.

Rowe On Monday - Rosemont eyes milestone moment, the future of boutique breeders and Stud and Stable Staff Award nominations open

In this week's Rowe On Monday, Tim Rowe provides a timely analysis of Rosemont Stud's foray into the colts syndication model, canvasses Robert Crabtree's thoughts on the future of smaller breeding operations and provides an update on the industry's Stud and Stable Staff awards.
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