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Inglis Banner on the move as juvenile sales race added to Cup week

The $500,000 Inglis Banner has found a new home during the Melbourne spring carnival.

‘Syndicates within syndicates’: The changing face of racehorse ownership

Getting involved in a racehorse isn’t cheap but latest industry statistics show Australian’s appetite for a piece of the action is stronger than ever.

Forecast puts heat on Newmarket Hcp meeting as RV, VRC play waiting game

An abbreviated Newmarket Handicap meeting is likely to start in a morning timeslot with high temperatures tipped for Melbourne.

Australian racing’s key role as Bet365 spreads fixed-odds gospel in America

Selling America on the idea of fixed-odds wagering on horse racing has been a slow burn but there are signs it could be about to take hold.

Southport Tycoon all business in landing Australian Guineas upset

Southport Tycoon has provided Ciaron Maher with a second win in the Australian Guineas at Flemington.

Stawell Gift promotors ban wagering on iconic Easter athletics event

Stawell Gift organisers have voluntarily extended a Victoria Gambling and Casino Control Commission policy that prevents betting on under-19 sports competitions to include all events at the famous athletics event.

How an Australian Guineas-winning colt found a home on a Victorian wheat and sheep farm

Life hasn’t been easy for Lunar Fox since a famous Australian Guineas in 2021 but a Victoria farmer is determined to do everything he can to ensure the stallion won’t be forgotten.
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