This week's episode of Straight Talk with Bren O'Brien and Tim Rowe delves into the reaction from the Inglis Classic Sale, where Tim shares his firsthand observations on the mood and market dynamics and we tackle a host of other industry issues.

Entain media executive Andy Hoad joins Racing Victoria, Anthony Cummings appeals Racing NSW's decision to revoke his training licence, while Australian-owned gambling operator Stake is leaving the UK market.

Blake Shinn has never been busier in his 20-year career in the saddle. Having become the first Australian jockey to reach 100 winners this season, he tells Matt Stewart that he has no plans to slow down.

The Inglis Classic Sale performed beyond expectations in most key metrics, but the volume of horses passed in across the first two Australian yearling sales of 2025 raises the question, are there too many yearlings being offered for public auction in Australia?

Straight Shorts is a rolling news update service on the biggest stories in racing, wagering and breeding. Our coverage includes the latest on overseas horses expected here for the Sydney autumn carnival.

Magus Equine’s Willie Leung is hoping he’s bought a Hong Kong Derby horse after spending $520,000 on a colt by The Autumn Sun on the final day of the Inglis Classic Yearling Sale.

Mystery Downs’ Frank Cook enjoyed another successful day on racetracks around Australia last Saturday and the Sydneysider added to his huge team of racehorses at the Inglis Classic sale.