Riverstone’s entry into the stallion market via Breeders’ Cup winner Starlust has been described by the Hunter Valley farm as a “game-changer” for the fledgling operation.

In today's Straight Shorts, we have the latest from PointsBet on betr's updated takeover offer, Bet365 linked to possible sale, Maher eyes French breeze-up auction and Spirit Of Boom stays at same fee for 2025.

Armidale Stud has turned to high-class juvenile Bodyguard to help rejuvenate Tasmania’s breeding and racing industry, with the son of I Am Invincible’s acquisition described as a coup for the state.

A racing novice of less than a decade ago, Matt Sellick’s unconventional venture into thoroughbred syndication is getting serious with Statuario one of the favourites to win the South Australian Derby.

Much has changed in the training landscape since James Cummings last ran a stable in his own right, but as he tells Matt Stewart, he is galloping into his next chapter with the same energy as the day he zipped up the Godolphin jacket for the first time.

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.

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.