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Rowe On Monday - End of the Galileo era, fast HK starts for Aussies and Kiwis and a Bangkok musical tribute for Chester

In this week’s Rowe On Monday, Tim reflects on the influence of Galileo after his final Classic runner, Jamie Richards and Deep Field off to a flyer in Hong Kong and a shining star in Thailand commemorated in song.

Straight Talk Podcast - Troy Corstens, a possible Group 1 shake-up, Fastnet Rock and the future of Australian wagering

In this edition of Straight Talk, hosts Bren O'Brien and Tim Rowe unpack the latest in racing, breeding and wagering in a wide-ranging episode, including a feature interview with Troy Corstens.

Australian racing's scale of injustice – Boss and Freedman’s call for change

As the feats of Makybe Diva are celebrated at Flemington this week with the race named in her honour, the jockey who was an intrinsic part of her success believes that it’s time to change the weight allowance given to fillies and mares.

Waterhouse VC - New Dawn for Brazil

How the gambling industry in Brazil was flipped on its head by regulation.

Run The Numbers – History repeats in Moir for Group 1-producing mares

The win of Baraqiel in the Moir Stakes not only enhanced the remarkable record of his dam, Angel Of Mercy, but the legacy of two of Arrowfield’s most influential stallions of the 21st century, Snitzel and Hussonet.

Written In The Stars - Years of dedication and a Strand of fortune

Amid the dust and the sun of Australia's racetracks and sales grounds, Sharon Lee Chapman is always looking for her next great photo. In the next instalment of Written In The Stars, the award-winning photographer talks to Jessica Owers about life behind the lens.

Straight Talk Podcast - Interview with David Eustace, should Australia slash its Group 1 races and the 2YO sales season rolls around

In this edition of Straight Talk, hosts Bren O'Brien and Tim Rowe discuss whether Australia has too many Group 1 races, the ongoing Racing Australia pattern dispute, and the threat to regional meetings like King Island and Birdsville.
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