Racing Industry
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The latest news, features and analysis on the industry which runs racing.
State of optimism - Bawden targets SA racing revival as data points to growing contribution
The data from a recent independent report which revealed South Australian racing is having an increased impact on the state’s economy has backed up Racing SA CEO Nick Bawden’s confidence in the industry.
McGauran officially departs ATC board
Former chairman Peter McGauran has officially departed as a director of the Australian Turf Club board.
Changing places - Ryan’s drive also opens the door for Dilmi
New adventures await Sara Ryan and Nacim Dilmi. But before Ryan hands over the keys to Dilmi at Domeland, they will have time to reflect on how a one-time biochemical engineering student and an aspiring but unsuccessful jockey found themselves on the precipice of big opportunities.
Run The Numbers – Australian racing’s most improved in 2024/25
As the 2024/25 racing season runs out the clock, it is time for Run The Numbers’ second annual Australian racing’s most improved awards, where we look at which trainers, jockeys and sires have improved their performance the most on the previous season.
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.