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Rowe On Monday - Clarke's French connection, South Africa goes online and Darley headline mares booked for Too Darn Hot
In this week's Rowe On Monday, bloodstock agent Jim Clarke takes us inside his French foray, we examine the latest country to join the "virtual" revolution and reveal some of the elite Darley mares who will be visiting Too Darn Hot this spring.
‘Kicking the door in’ - Picklebet's edgy ad campaign
Corporate bookmaker Picklebet has launched a national advertising campaign as it bids to increase its share of the wagering market.
Sherrin steps in for Siyouni filly at Arqana
Queensland owner Mike Sherrin added further international flavour to his racing interests, with the purchase of a Siyouni filly at the Arqana August Yearling Sale in France.
Baker's French foray nets half-brother to Arapaho
Leading trainer Bjorn Baker will not leave his trip to the Arqana August Yearling Sale empty handed, after buying the half-brother to his multiple Group 1 winner Arapaho at the French sale.
Blackout - British racing to stop for 24 hours amid racing tax fears
British racing has stepped up its campaign against plans to impose additional betting tax by calling a one-day blackout of all racing fixtures next month.
Pop Award the reward for Kroger’s patience and persistence
The dedication and patience of an owner-breeder who lives for her horses has made Pop Award’s emergence even more special heading into the Regal Roller Stakes at Caulfield.
A betting blue - Ex-punter free to pursue refund of $522,000 in losing bets
A major bookmaker could be forced to refund over $500,000 to a former account holder, and will pay a fine of over $50,000, after it was found to have breached to conditions of its Northern Territory licence regarding responsible wagering.