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Starlust a 'game-changer' as Riverstone launches into stallion game
Riverstone’s entry into the stallion market via Breeders’ Cup winner Starlust has been described by the Hunter Valley farm as a “game-changer” for the fledgling operation.
Straight Shorts - Friday May 2 - PointsBet seeks 'clarification' on betr offer, Bet365 sale speculation, Maher heads to Arqana breeze-ups and Spirit Of Boom fee announced
In today's Straight Shorts, we have the latest from PointsBet on betr's updated takeover offer, Bet365 linked to possible sale, Maher eyes French breeze-up auction and Spirit Of Boom stays at same fee for 2025.
Armidale backs Bodyguard to boost Tassie fortunes
Armidale Stud has turned to high-class juvenile Bodyguard to help rejuvenate Tasmania’s breeding and racing industry, with the son of I Am Invincible’s acquisition described as a coup for the state.
Sliding doors and Google Maps - an unlikely route to the South Australian Derby
A racing novice of less than a decade ago, Matt Sellick’s unconventional venture into thoroughbred syndication is getting serious with Statuario one of the favourites to win the South Australian Derby.
With a few regrets and no time for a holiday, James Cummings is ready to go his own way
Much has changed in the training landscape since James Cummings last ran a stable in his own right, but as he tells Matt Stewart, he is galloping into his next chapter with the same energy as the day he zipped up the Godolphin jacket for the first time.
Straight Shorts - Thursday May 1 - Quokka in black-type move, I Am Invincible colt to stand in Victoria, jumps double for Duke Of Bedford, Maher trains Warrnambool Cup winner, Flutter continues expansion
In today's Straight Shorts, there will be a black-type bid for the $5 million Quokka, Group 1 winner Move To Strike is off to stud in Victoria, Magic Millions releases National Yearling Sale catalogue and a piece of jumps history at Warrnambool.
Contrasting trans-Tasman fortunes for Entain
Entain’s New Zealand division continues to keep pace with the global revenue growth of the publicly listed giant, but headwinds persist in a more mature and regulated Australian market.