Racing Industry

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The latest news, features and analysis on the industry which runs racing.

Oaks success another moment to treasure for Yulong

Yulong’s extraordinary spring took another jump forward when its star filly Treasurethe Moment delivered an authoritative victory in the G1 VRC Oaks, providing a first elite success for resident stallion Alabama Express.

Wagering downturn no impediment to Racing NSW's prize money ambition

Prize money in the NSW thoroughbred industry surged $36 million last financial year, despite Racing NSW annual report revealing it had endured a $19 million drop in wagering revenue.

Who will be the next chief executive of New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing?

New Zealand racing’s governing body is about to advertise for a replacement for departing CEO Bruce Sharrock. It shapes as a crucial decision in the next step of the Entain-fuelled revival of the thoroughbred code. Bren O’Brien examines the leading candidates.

Australian Turf Club members’ vote on Rosehill future delayed until 2025

The Australian Turf Club says ongoing due diligence surrounding the financial aspects of a potential sale of Rosehill has forced it to change the timeline for a members' vote on the proposal.

Qld slot race bullseye - The Archer to stay in Rockhampton

The Archer will stay in central Queensland, ending conjecture the $1 million slot race would be moved to Brisbane.

Knight's Choice wins 2024 Melbourne Cup in a result that floors a nation

Outsider Knight's Choice has given co-trainer Sheila Laxon a second Melbourne Cup win, beating Japanese stayer Warp Speed and Okita Soushi in a desperate finish at Flemington.

Northern hemisphere sprint mission - O’Brien to take over training of Storm Boy

Boom colt Storm Boy, the subject of a deal worth tens of millions of dollars after his brilliant Magic Millions victory in January, is set to join Ballydoyle in Ireland for a European summer campaign.
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