The Straight News Desk
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Zoustar sets the pace in bid to retain sires’ title
Widden Stud flagbearer Zoustar is making an early statement in defence of his champion sires’ crown.
Australian Bloodstock bolsters Melbourne Cup squad
Syndicator Australian Bloodstock has purchased Irish stayer Al Riffa in a high-powered Melbourne Cup move laced with global ambitions.
Shane Nichols goes into training partnership with Hayden Black
Hayden Black, a long-time foreman for Shane Nichols, could be thrust into the Group 1 spotlight as a newly minted co-trainer less than two weeks into his new role.
Flutter exits India after bill kills legalised online gambling
Flutter has beat a hasty retreat from India, halting its operations in the world’s most populated nation after the sudden passage of legislation banning online gambling.
Four charged over Brownlow Medal betting
Victoria Police's Sporting Integrity Intelligence Unit has charged four men with offences linked to wagering on the outcome of the AFL’s Brownlow Medal count.
Express start for Captivant colt
A two-year-old colt by Kia Ora's Group 1-winning first season sire Captivant has displayed a glimpse of early talent by stylishly winning a barrier trial in New Zealand on Tuesday.
New York wagering authority waives rule for ‘coupled’ runners
A US wagering regulator has approved the relaxation of a racing rule that required entries be bracketed for betting purposes in instances of common ownership or trainers.