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John Foote
The Foote factor – a trusted eye behind SCT’s growing syndication ambitions

Stephen Everett says bloodstock expert John Foote's judgement has underpinned SCT Syndications' growth, positioning the business to successfully absorb Australian Thoroughbred Bloodstock as it aims for more winter success at Flemington.

Geelong Cup
Premium venues to benefit as RV reshapes country racing calendar 

Racing Victoria will overhaul the classification of country TAB meetings from next season, with six key venues to receive premium status as part of a strategy to strengthen wagering and engagement. 

Australian Classics in Asian Pattern Committee’s line of fire, but no firm decisions imminent

The Asian Pattern Committee will hold a virtual meeting with delegates on Thursday, with Australia’s dysfunctional black-type calendar high on the agenda. However, stakeholders hoping for an immediate shake-up may be disappointed, write Tim Rowe and Warwick Barr.

Aqueduct
Aqueduct’s farewell reflects a shrinking American racing landscape

A New York racing institution closes after 132 years as Aqueduct becomes the latest casualty of America's shrinking racetrack landscape, with lessons and comparisons reaching all the way to Australia. 

Maher secures Crown Lodge lease as Racing NSW completes landmark purchase 

Ciaron Maher will relocate the heart of his NSW team to Crown Lodge after Racing NSW acquired the historic Warwick Farm training complex from Godolphin.

Headley Grange
‘I’ll keep working until the day I die’ – unless Headley Grange can rewrite the script in Stradbroke

After two decades, Bob Manwaring may have finally found the horse to fund his commitment to a small-scale breeding operation instead of relying on “outside” income to pay the bills.

World Cup 1966 - Joe Coral Betting Odds - Regent Street, London
‘30 Super Bowls or 20 AFL grand finals’ – Why the World Cup is wagering’s most valuable sporting event

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is projected to generate a record $US60 billion in legal wagering, underscoring the tournament’s unrivalled value to bookmakers and regulators worldwide. 

Trentham
$1.7 million washout – NZ racing turnover hit by Timaru abandonment and Trentham postponement

Abandoned races and rescheduled meetings has cost New Zealand racing an estimated $1.7 million in turnover, according to modelling by TAB NZ and betcha operator Entain. 

Silvasista
Silvasista chasing Group 1 gold – the Queensland Oaks runner with a famous connection

Silvasista's Queensland Oaks bid has stirred memories of Shoot Out, the bargain yearling whose success reshaped the ambitions of Linda and Graham Huddy.

Randwick racecourse
ATC fee hike adds to mounting cost pressures on Sydney trainers

The Australian Turf Club will raise stable rents and track fees at its Sydney racecourses, adding a financial squeeze on trainers preparing to deal with a steep jump in labour costs.

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