Racing Industry
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The latest news, features and analysis on the industry which runs racing.
Mauritian racing set for return
Racing will return to the famous Champ de Mars in Mauritius this week, with a four-race ‘mock meeting’ to be held on Saturday ahead of the official return to racing on August 2.
Roads less travelled - Peter Robl’s unorthodox search for winners
Peter Robl made a name for himself as a dedicated jockey willing to put in the long hours of travel to ride a winner. It’s an approach to racing that is also serving him well as a lateral-thinking trainer.
Kirin Ichiban to flow at Flemington after Lion switch
Furphy’s seven-year reign as the official beer of the Victoria Racing Club has come to an end with beverage giant Lion confirming that Japanese beer Kirin Ichiban would be front and centre of its partnership with the VRC moving forward.
Will’s way – How an industry-based solution would drive down ownership costs
Trainer Will Freedman believes solving ballooning ownership and training costs lies in the thoroughbred industry building solutions that would ensure fewer people are getting a clip of the ticket.
In the shadows: Why Leon Corstens remains racing’s best supporting actor
Leon Corstens is one of the remaining active links to a legendary Flemington era, which has his old boss, Bart Cummings, at its centre. At 80, he is still a key background figure, now in the resurgence of fortunes of the stable he shares with his son Troy, and Will Larkin.
NSW Trainers Association in clear over charity lunch complaint
NSW Fair Trading has finalised an investigation into a racing industry-backed fundraiser, saying it "found no evidence to support the allegation of misappropriation of funds”.
Jimmy ready to hit The Everest
Ciaron Maher has again partnered up with TAB ahead of The Everest, with Jimmysstar to run in the wagering giant’s slot.