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Run The Numbers – The ongoing collapse of Australian two-year-old racing
While Australia may hold a reputation for its two-year-old racing, the most recent figures point to an ongoing slump in participation, which is having a knock-on impact across breeding and bloodstock. Run The Numbers investigates.
Rowe On Monday - Mihalyka’s Rebel with a cause, Bivouac on the march, Powrie the horseman and Magic Millions farewells Hayward
In today's Rowe On Monday, Tim Rowe examines Rebel Dane's rollercoaster career at stud, reveals how Bivouac supporters should be on good terms with themselves, canvasses the opinion of steward Fin Powrie and pays tribute to a Magic Millions stalwart.
Straight Talk Podcast - Rising owner costs, global stewarding and racing with Fin Powrie and Inglis' Angus Robertson on the power of the digital market
This week's edition of Straight Talk with Bren O'Brien and Tim Rowe delves into the rising costs of horse racing and its implications for owners and trainers, plus extensive interviews with international steward Fin Powrie and Inglis' Angus Robertson.
‘You hang on too long and you go crazy’ – Brian Smith’s colourful training journey nears its end
Colour theory, papal visits and that Arc near-miss are all part of the legend of Brian Smith, who retires from training at age 84 this month. Matt Stewart caught up with the legendary horseman, who said he’s done with “thinking too much”.
The rising cost of racing – New analysis points to owners’ increasing pain
While Australia’s cost of living crisis appears to be easing, rising ownership costs continue to be a hot issue in racing. New analysis reveals how much more thoroughbred owners are forking out in 2025.
Deed of uncertainty - Racing’s funding future under Tasmanian election spotlight
In an election most “mainlanders” perceive as about the building of a stadium and the future of an AFL team, the health of the Tasmanian racing industry is also on the agenda in Saturday’s election in Australia’s southernmost state.
Run The Numbers – Bjorn’s babies shine as Gai and Adrian's juvenile fortunes decline
In the space of one season, Bjorn Baker had gone from a bit-part player in Australia’s juvenile ranks to the leading two-year-old trainer in the country. The changing state of the two-year-old training ranks is front and centre in this week’s Run The Numbers.