Australia’s Asfoora secures prestigious European sprinting honour
Australian mare Asfoora has capped a stellar European campaign, following Black Caviar and Starspangledbanner in becoming a Cartier award winner.
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Bosustow boost – Rosemont sets sights on CF Orr Stakes as a career-defining Group 1
Fresh from a prosperous Melbourne Cup carnival, Rosemont Stud will turn to Bosustow in the $1 million CF Orr Stakes at Caulfield for more spring success which could supercharge his value as a potential stallion.
Racing SA records $3.26 million deficit, eyes return to surplus by 2027
Racing SA’s annual finances will remain in the red for at least another 12 months, with a $3.256 million deficit for last financial year to be followed by a budgeted $1 million loss this year and an intention to return to surplus in 2027.
Record Melbourne Cup wagering fuels VRC carnival growth
Betting on the Melbourne Cup hit a record $247.4 million, up 16.4 per cent, to be a key driver in Melbourne Cup carnival performance metrics in recent years.
A racing contradiction – Deloitte report reveals limited fan base despite impressive spring turnouts
Horse racing engages only 11 per cent of Australians among the nation’s sports fans, according to an annual report published by global firm Deloitte.
‘Winning is all that matters’ – Heys’ plan for Spieth redemption at Flemington
Almost a decade after Spieth’s near-miss in the feature sprint of the Flemington carnival, trainer Bryce Heys returns with a runner sired by his former stable star.
Luck of the Irish prevails as Strictly Business wins VRC Oaks
Strictly Business has capped a meteoric rise through the ranks, winning the $1 million VRC Oaks at her fourth start for trainer Thomas Carberry.
More than a century since Mark Twain, America tries its luck at Australia’s greatest race
Mark Twain once marvelled at the Melbourne Cup’s spectacle, but it has taken more than a century since his Australian visit - and some inventiveness from the Victoria Racing Club - to have an American-trained horse contest the race.
Derby destiny – Godolphin on brink of turning blue blood into Classic glory
Godolphin’s quest for a Victoria Derby triumph rests with Observer and Options, two colts who carry the hopes of finally ending the global powerhouse’s enduring drought in the famous race.
Betr reveals continued earnings growth despite ‘punter-friendly’ results
Betr has reported a surge in its first quarter turnover to $363 million, up 27 per cent year-on-year, with chief executive Andrew Menz citing disciplined trading and platform upgrades as driving performance despite unfavourable racing and sports results.
