Racing Industry

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

‘Safety, integrity and sustainability’ - Racing Victoria’s new chastened reality for jumps racing

Jumps racing’s new reality in Victoria features fewer races and less prize money.

A tale worth Millions for Tricolours as Magic script is written

Tricolours Racing and Syndications will have three runners carrying its silks at the Magic Millions meeting, underlining a belief that owners don’t have to spend a fortune to get premium results.

Trainers and jockey pay spat to prove a test of Morrison’s leadership

Racing Victoria CEO Aaron Morrison has two of his key participant groups, jockeys and trainers, at war but the issues run far deeper than a dispute over whether jockeys should be paid to ride in jumpouts.

Caulfield on hold – Meetings moved as fire recovery continues

Melbourne Racing Club is still awaiting confirmation whether its autumn features will be able to be staged at Caulfield after two upcoming meetings were moved.

Friday night lights - Heavy storms force rescheduling of Magic Millions race day

The final seven races of the $14.5 million Magic Millions race day will be run on Friday night after heavy rain caused the scheduled Gold Coast meeting on Saturday to be called off after just three races.

That’s the Spirit - mateship, a trainer’s sacrifice and a Magic Millions dream

An uncanny prediction and a selfless act from a bush racehorse trainer will accompany Forgotten Spirit into the $3 million Magic Millions 2YO Classic.

NZTR taps into US audience via deal with Pegasus World Cup promoter

New Zealand racing is set to gain added exposure in the US after linking with the Stronach Group in a partnership that connects its inaugural Champions Day with two high-profile American race meetings.
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