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18-month ban - De Souza outed after inquiry into Malaysian race fall

Jockey Lemos “Lai Lai” De Souza has copped an 18-month ban and a fine after falling from a short-priced favourite in a race in Malaysia earlier this month.

Talented Snitzel mare Vienna Princess added to Magic Millions Virtual Sale

Stakes-winning mare Vienna Princess, a Snitzel half-sister to Group 2 winner First Settler, has been added to the Magic Millions Virtual Sale catalogue.

Rowe On Monday - Mihalyka’s Rebel with a cause, Bivouac on the march, Powrie the horseman and Magic Millions farewells Hayward

In today's Rowe On Monday, Tim Rowe examines Rebel Dane's rollercoaster career at stud, reveals how Bivouac supporters should be on good terms with themselves, canvasses the opinion of steward Fin Powrie and pays tribute to a Magic Millions stalwart.

Trio vies for ATC leadership as appointment of McGauran’s successor is brought forward

Ben Bayot, Tim Hale and David McGrath are jostling for support with directors set to vote for new chair of the Australian Turf Club on Monday.

Overseas punters, simulcast meetings help Hong Kong Jockey Club increase seasonal betting turnover

Wagering, field sizes and crowds are up in Hong Kong, with a range of initiatives introduced in 2024/25 credited for the turnaround after a dip the previous season.

Fastnet’s Rock’s record HK season

Coolmore legend Fastnet Rock has broken the record for the greatest number of winners by a broodmare sire in a Hong Kong season.

Rytenskild hearing back in court

Ex-CEO Adam Rytenskild’s unfair dismissal case against Tabcorp is set to progress to case management hearings in the Federal Court over the next three months.
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