Pride plays wait-and-see game with Private Eye

The likelihood of a rain-affected Missile Stakes meeting has trainer Joe Pride considering options for Group 1 winner Private Eye.

Flooding set to impact northwest NSW racetrack

Residents living near the Narrabri racecourse have been told to evacuate as floodwaters continue to rise in the northwestern NSW town.

Auckland Cup winner Trav up and about for Australian campaign

New Zealand trainer Raymond Connors has always dreamed of having a runner in the Melbourne Cup and reality is now starting to hit home as he prepares Trav towards Australia’s greatest race.

‘Most magnificent' - The kid from Calca’s journey to SA racing’s greatest honour

From jockey to shearer to trainer to his home state’s Hall of Fame, Tony McEvoy has traversed the country in a 50-year career that will be honoured by the South Australian Racing Hall of Fame. He reflected on his racing journey with Matt Stewart.

Comment: The Punting Nation and the Federal Government: A History

Punters advocate Rich Irvine has spent the past decade trying to get state and federal governments to listen to the punters' voice when it comes to developing wagering policy. It is a task that is becoming frustrating, with little response but there is a glimmer of hope.

MRC receives 146 nominations for Caulfield Cup

A total of 146 nominations have been lodged for the $5 million Caulfield Cup - down on the 173 horses entered in 2024.

Virtual Star - Olentia makes $2.6 million at Magic Millions sale

Group 2 winner Olentia has topped the Magic Millions Virtual Sale, fetching $2.6 million in another dream result for Denise Martin’s Star Thoroughbreds.
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