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Michael Freedman was still in high school when the Freedman brothers emerged as a new force in Australian racing. Forty years later, the youngest Freedman is driving the latest chapter, with the help of his new assistant, Hall of Fame brother Lee.

Amer Abdulaziz Salman, the founder of Phoenix Thoroughbreds, whose colours have been worn to victory in some of Australia and the world’s biggest races, has been jailed for 15 months over conspiracy to commit money laundering.

New Zealand TAB and online brand Betcha will implement minimum bet laws guaranteeing punters can get on to win certain amounts as the country’s sole licensed betting operator.

The best taking on the best has been the essence of horse racing, but the recruitment of overseas horses to race at various international carnivals has taken on greater importance for Australian administrators since the advent of World Pool, writes Tim Rowe.

Thoroughbred Breeders Australia and Aushorse will have a new-look team from September 1 that includes the appointments Leanna Packard and Meaghan McGrath.

As Entain’s online net gaming revenue grew 18 per cent in New Zealand over the past 12 months, it also fell 7 per cent in Australia. Managing those contrasting situations presents an interesting challenge for interim Entain Australia and New Zealand chief executive Andrew Vouris.

Pierre Bouchut has been appointed as chair of global wagering company Entain.