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Deep Field’s legacy rolls on with Hong Kong record
The progeny of Australian sire Deep Field continues to rewrite the record books in Hong Kong.
Sportsbet fined $92,500 for marketing to excluded customers
The Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission has fined Sportsbet $92,500 over SMS marketing breaches involving more than 150 customers.
Run The Numbers – The stats that matter on the 57 Australian Group 1 winners of 2024/25
As Australia’s busiest Group 1 racing season came to a close, Tashi became the 57th individual horse to win an elite race in 2024/25, a list which also features 30 trainers and 33 different jockeys. This week’s Run The Numbers breaks down all the key figures.
Riverstone bound - Grade 1 winner Starlust has run his last race
Hunter Valley farm Riverstone Lodge’s foundation stallion Starlust, a northern hemisphere-bred son of Zoustar, won’t contest the July Cup with the sire retired immediately to stud.
Straight Shorts - Monday June 30 - RQ board appointment, top NZ gong for Bergerson, bidding open for Gavelhouse breeding stock, new directors for SAJC
In today's Straight Shorts, Racing Queensland has a new board member, Sam Bergerson recognised at New Zealand industry awards, Gavelhouse auction open, South Australian Jockey Club welcomes two new directors.
Rowe On Monday - NZ legend Joe Yorke remembered, Japanese syndicate success a pointer to expansion, sales recruitment hots up
In his latest Rowe On Monday column, Tim Rowe reports on the loss of a New Zealand industry legend, provides an insight into Japan-based Umanity Racing's plans for Australia and details the competition between auction houses for 2026 yearlings.
Weir’s appeal disqualification dismissed
Darren Weir’s appeal against the terms of a two-year disqualification has been dismissed.