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The five biggest priorities for new NZTR CEO Matt Ballesty
Newly appointed New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing CEO Matt Ballesty won’t have much time to get his feet warm under the desk when he takes the hot seat on March 5. There is a list of tasks a mile long and we’ve singled out the top five in importance and urgency.
Ellis strikes for $260,000 Satono Aladdin filly in Karaka Book 2
Fresh from a pair of million-dollar successes at Ellerslie and another leading buyer title in Book 1, Te Akau Racing’s David Ellis remained in the headlines with some Book 2 fireworks at Karaka on Wednesday afternoon.
Bergerson aims for Karaka Millions redemption
Trainer Roydon Bergerson is hoping to go one better in this year's TAB Karaka Millions 2YO with In The Air and Too Sweet.
NZTR taps into US audience via deal with Pegasus World Cup promoter
New Zealand racing is set to gain added exposure in the US after linking with the Stronach Group in a partnership that connects its inaugural Champions Day with two high-profile American race meetings.
Australian-trained Evaporate confirmed for Entain TAB slot in NZB Kiwi
The Lindsay Park-trained Evaporate will be given his chance to parlay a promising Australian spring campaign into NZB Kiwi success as a slot runner for the New Zealand TAB.
Blue Diamond winner to join his sire at stud
Last year’s Group 1 Blue Diamond-winning colt Little Brose has found a home at stud, with the four-year-old destined to stand at Little Avondale in New Zealand.
New Zealand foal crop holding firm as breeders apply sharper commercial lens
While Australian foal numbers are on the decline, the foal crop in New Zealand is expected to remain steady in 2025 at around 3000, based on the impressions of the major studs from the 2024 season.