Run The Numbers – A Shocking feat that even Zabeel and Sir Tristram can’t match

Shocking has become just the second stallion this century to secure a New Zealand Group 1 double on the same day. Run The Numbers looks at the Rich Hill resident’s record and where he sits in comparison to his fellow winners of the Melbourne Cup.

‘I rang the boss and said I’ve found another one’ - Dundeel colt fetches $440,000 at Inglis Classic

Connections of a newly purchased $440,000 Dundeel colt are hoping lightning can strike twice after making the significant outlay on day two of the Inglis Classic sale.

Like father, like son - John Fung follows Hong Kong family into thoroughbred business

John Fung is the latest member of the Aquis Farm, TFI family enamoured by the thoroughbred and he’s continuing his equine education in all facets of the racing and breeding industries.

Rowe on Monday - HK Derby in for a Shock, breeding the SA way and Malaysian owner moves on NZB Kiwi pick

In this week's Rowe On Monday, Tim Rowe examines the unheralded influence at stud of Melbourne Cup winner Shocking, puts a spotlight on the South Australian breeding industry and reveals two possible Bjorn Baker-trained contenders for the NZB $3.5 million Kiwi.

Straight Shorts - Monday February 10 - Japanese owner strikes at Classic, NZ star for Australian Guineas, vale David Merrick

Straight Shorts is a rolling news update service on the biggest stories in racing, wagering and breeding. Our coverage today will include all the latest from the second day of the Inglis Classic Sale in Sydney.

Regional resolution - Racing SA mapping out its future

Racing SA’s recent acquisition of a small piece of land that sits alongside the Strathalbyn racetrack marks a big-picture approach for what lies ahead for racing in the state, as new CEO Nick Bawden begins his tenure.

Inglis Classic Day 1 - Milestone result for Hawkins, Private Harry team’s Classic buy, Yiu's next Voyage Bubble?

Southern Highlands breeder Hawkins achieved his biggest sales ring result with a Wootton Bassett colt fetching $400,000 at the Inglis Classic Sale on Sunday.
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