Straight Talk – Australia’s vanishing 2YOs, NZ’s venue dilemma and premierships point to a vintage season
This week on Straight Talk, we explore the decline in Australian two-year-old racing participation, New Zealand’s Project Stamina proposals, Western Australia’s testing delays, Racing Queensland’s acceptance changes and racing-themed video games, plus Tim’s trip to Malaysia.
Welcome to the latest edition of Straight Talk with Bren O’Brien and Tim Rowe from The Straight, brought to you by our sponsors Inglis and Darley.
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This episode of Straight Talk examines the decline in two-year-old participation in Australian racing, its impact on breeding and sales, and how trainers are adapting.
We discuss New Zealand’s Project Stamina track proposals, Western Australia’s testing delays, Racing Queensland’s acceptance changes, and wagering developments including Labor’s reform stance and Japanese betting access to the Melbourne Cup and The Everest.
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Also covered: racing-themed video games driving engagement, season premiership winners, Tim’s trip to Malaysia and the Selangor Mile, and the latest sire and sales updates.
All that and more, right here on Straight Talk — brought to you by Inglis and Darley.
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