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Rowe On Monday - Krishnan’s legacy to live on, an Inglis Digital bargain and Darby Racing’s WA adventure
In this week’s column, Tim Rowe examines the future of Kia Ora and Vinery after the death of Ananda Krishnan, hones in on Justify’s latest stakes winner and looks west to Darby Racing’s impact in Perth.
On-course wagering no longer a window of opportunity for Tabcorp
If a strong and vibrant bookmakers’ ring brings colour and atmosphere to a major race meeting, the on-course tote provides an option and convenience. But, in a sign of the times, the days of the TAB window at Australian racetracks might be numbered.
‘It would take a lot to cancel the EGM’ - ATC presses on with Rosehill vote despite board changes
A change in the make-up of the Australian Turf Club board won’t alter the club’s plans to put a vote on the future of Rosehill before members in April, according to chairman Peter McGauran.
Bjorn again – Overpass continues his Ascot love affair
Bjorn Baker’s star Overpass has extended his domination of WA’s best sprint races, claiming the Winterbottom Stakes for the second straight year.
Savage but irresistible – Why a Sydney satellite stable makes so much sense for Victorian trainers
With Anthony and Sam Freedman having followed in the footsteps of Mick Price and Michael Kent Jr and taken out a satellite operation in Sydney, Matt Stewart examines the motivations behind the shift from state to national operations.
Winterbottom wonder - the breeder behind the rise of WA’s next sprinting star
Bravo Centurion will carry the hopes of a state - and his retired breeder Alan Bansemer - when the emerging sprinter takes his most important step so far in the Group 1 Winterbottom Stakes.
Anti-Rosehill sale campaigners Hale, English win spots on ATC board
The Australian Turf Club election for two board places has resulted in a significant win for candidates against the proposed sale of Rosehill racecourse.