The Straight News Desk
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Straight Shorts - Thursday May 1 - Quokka in black-type move, I Am Invincible colt to stand in Victoria, jumps double for Duke Of Bedford, Maher trains Warrnambool Cup winner, Flutter continues expansion
In today's Straight Shorts, there will be a black-type bid for the $5 million Quokka, Group 1 winner Move To Strike is off to stud in Victoria, Magic Millions releases National Yearling Sale catalogue and a piece of jumps history at Warrnambool.
Straight Talk Podcast - James Cummings' new journey, racecaller shuffle up, million-dollar Mills and Harry Mitchell on Vinnie's fee
In this episode of Straight Talk with Bren O'Brien and Tim Rowe, we explore James Cummings' departure from his private training arrangement with Godolphin and the impact this might have on the future of both parties.
Straight Shorts - Wednesday April 30 - Zoustar share sells for $1.1m, new venture for Kiwi agent, NSW training partnership renamed
In today's Straight Shorts, a 1/60th share in top sire Zoustar has sold online for $1.1 million, New Zealand bloodstock agent launches advisory service, a rebrand for one of Australia's leading stables and how day two unfolded at the Warrnambool carnival.
Five unanswered questions after James Cummings and Godolphin split
The decision that James Cummings would step away from his exclusive training relationship with Godolphin has been rumoured for some time, but while the move has now been confirmed it still leaves several questions as to the plans of both the trainer himself and Godolphin.
Straight Shorts - Tuesday April 29 - Lady Laguna and Skirt The Law added to Millions sale, Makarena for Chairman's, Entain confirms CEO role, day one from Warrnambool
In today's Straight Shorts, we have the latest broodmare offerings for Inglis and Magic Millions sales, Stella David takes the reins at Entain, racing's connection to key AFL club appointment, Tom Waterhouse finds a new investment opportunity and all the action from Warrnambool.
Straight Shorts - Monday April 28 - Rival bookie moves on PointsBet, NZ jumper for Warrnambool, Asfoora cleared for Royal Ascot, SA Derby on World Pool roster
In today's Straight Shorts, bookmaker betr acquires a big stake in PointsBet, Berry The Cash flies New Zealand flag at Warrnambool, Asfoora presses on to Royal Ascot, and World Pool to operate on South Australian Derby meeting.
HTBA Yearling Sale shows strong growth with $140,000 Wootton Bassett filly on top
A stronger market than expected contributed to a 52 per cent year-on-year growth in the overall sales at the Inglis HTBA Yearling Sale in Sydney, with a filly by Wootton Bassett topping the sale.