Racing Industry

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

Waller’s Sydney reign continues but Maher presence looms large

Chris Waller and Ciaron Maher are the two unstoppable training forces in Australia, setting up a rivalry that will continue in 2024/25 and beyond.

Peter Downs appointed Ballarat Turf Club CEO

The Ballarat Turf Club has announced Peter Downs as its new chief executive to replace Belinda Glass.

SA extends Racing.com deal for two years

South Australian racing has extended its long-term deal with Racing Victoria-owned broadcaster Racing.com for a further two years.

‘Decade of disruption’: Richard Freedman prefers Rosehill relocation to renovation

Richard Freedman has urged his fellow trainers to keep an open mind on the possibility of selling Rosehill but has closed his to the possibility of racing and redevelopment co-existing on the site.

Neasham, Archibald team up in training partnership

Annabel Neasham and Rob Archibald have formed a training partnership that will be up and running for the start of the 2024/25 Australian racing season.

I Wish I Win gets Everest slot

I Wish I Win will race for wagering giant Entain’s broadcasting arm Trackside Media in the $20 million Everest at Randwick in October.

Baker blasts prize money excess in committee submission

Leading trainer Bjorn Baker has taken aim at what he sees as the excessive purses offered for features during the Sydney Spring, saying races such as the Golden Eagle and The Big Dance would attract the same quality field with substantially less prize money.
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