Australian opportunity highlighted as one in every 132 horses surpasses $1 million
The continued growth of Australian prize money and the relative affordability of investment are two of the key aspects highlighted in the annual Aushorse Investor’s Guide.
Jumps racing reprieve - 11 recommendations made to improve safety and viability
Jumps racing will continue in Victoria, and at the famous Warrnambool May carnival, after winning a reprieve from the state’s regulator following the release of a wide-ranging review into the sport.
Broadcast deal paves way for increased South Africa thoroughbred coverage
Thoroughbred racing from Kenilworth and Durbanville in Cape Town will be shown on the Sky International network in an agreement that will bolster its coverage of South Africa meetings.
Australia’s online gamblers increase, as both racing and sports bettors jump
An ACMA survey has pointed to an increase in the number of Australians gambling online, and while lotteries remain the dominant avenue, there was a growth in those betting on racing and sports.
An Extreme path - Nursery part of the plan for Player and Roulston’s Imaginate
Mark Player and Rob Roulston’s ambitions to find a star colt to turn into a valuable stallion under their PR Thoroughbreds brand takes a step forward with Imaginate in Saturday’s Inglis Nursery, a race won by the likes of Newgate pair Extreme Choice and Wild Ruler.
Class of 2023 update - Switzerland helps Coolmore cash in on Australian yearling sales outlay
Group 1-winning colt Switzerland has provided a windfall for Coolmore as the standout horse to so far emerge from the 47 seven-figure yearlings sold during the 2023 Australian yearling sales.
Straight Talk Podcast - Reverse shuttlers, racing's training crisis and a new on-course bookie approach
Join hosts Bren O'Brien and Tim Rowe in this week's episode of "Straight Talk" as they delve into the biggest issues in racing, wagering and breeding.