In this episode of Straight Talk, Bren O'Brien and Tim Rowe talk about the record-breaking NZB Ready to Run Sale, the upcoming Australian Turf Club AGM and the use of bowlers in betting.

David Walter, one of 10 candidates contesting two vacant Australian Turf Club directors’ seats, says the club’s board should not even consider tabling a resolution to sell Rosehill.

The long-time king of the Karaka sales ring, Te Akau’s David Ellis, fended off stiff competition from Hong Kong to buy a record-breaking $1.65 million I Am Invincible colt in New Zealand.

Yulong is hoping to continue its winning ways after striking early for an impressive I Am Invincible colt at the New Zealand Bloodstock Ready to Run Sale on Wednesday.

Globetrotting Australian champion Elvstroem has died aged 24 at Haras de Petit De Tellier in Normandy, France.

Last year’s record NZB Ready To Run Sale may seem a hard act to follow but managing director Andrew Seabrook says the quality on offer in this year’s sale, which starts on Wednesday, is arguably better, especially at the top end.

The Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission has found in favour of bookmaker Ladbrokes in a hearing involving the likely use of a “bowler” account.