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Jockey in a yellow-and-black checkered silks rides a dark brown horse with the number 8 during a turf race on a green track, with advertising banners in the background.

Champion trainer Chris Waller is yet to finalise the exact number of runners that will accompany star mare Autumn Glow in the upcoming Group One Winx Stakes, but he is …

Jockey in blue silks and red helmet riding a chestnut horse during a race, green saddlecloth visible on the hindquarters.

Age has certainly been a benefit for Shadhavar, who secured another Stakes race win with a tenacious performance in the Listed Regal Roller Stakes (1200m) at Caulfield on Saturday. Following …

Jockey in green-and-white silks riding a brown horse mid-air over a hurdle at Rosehill Gardens racetrack.

Althoff, despite having more recognised stablemates in Chris Waller’s stable, seized his moment at Rosehill thanks to a masterful Zac Lloyd ride, outshining Group 1 performer Attica. Ridden patiently in …

Jockeys in pink, white, and green silks ride sprinting racehorses on a grass turf track near a black wall with Caulfield signage in the background.

Bob Peters, making a rare trip from Western Australia, witnessed Cosmic Crusader secure his perfect Melbourne racing record in the P B Lawrence Stakes at Caulfield. Now under the care …

Jockey in yellow and black rides a dark brown horse with green saddle cloth #7, leading a close race on a track.

Following the swift Blue Door into the home straight, the two fillies pulled clear for a thrilling contest in the final 200 metres. However, it was the Gerald Ryan and …

Jockey in white silks on a brown racehorse racing along the turf at Caulfield Racecourse with large signage in the background.

The Tony and Calvin McEvoy stable possesses numerous avenues with the promising filly Natural Fling, who secured a dominant first-up triumph at Caulfield. The father-and-son training partnership might contemplate a …

Two racehorses gallop on a grass track; the lead horse (#10) is ridden by a jockey in green-and-white silks, with a red-sleeved rival close behind.

At Rosehill on Saturday, the formidable partnership of trainer Chris Waller and jockey James McDonald found themselves on opposing sides, a situation trainer Waller expertly capitalised on. With Eagle Express …

Jockeys and racehorses sprinting on a grassy track during a crowded race, with riders leaning forward as they race side by side.

Trainer Michael Freedman was still grappling with the stewards’ decision regarding Transcend’s disqualification when Polyglot secured victory in the subsequent race, the Proven Thoroughbreds Handicap (1100m) at Rosehill Gardens on …

Jockey in helmet riding a brown horse during a race, with motion blur and racing rails in background.

The Lindsay Park training operation, managed by Ben, Will, and J D Hayes, saw their confidence in Hard Kick rewarded when the three-year-old gelding rediscovered winning form at Caulfield. After …

Group of racing horses with jockeys in bright silks sprinting on a green turf track; a blue advertising banner runs along the inside rail.

Trainer Brad Widdup, often on the wrong side of close finishes, has secured a rare win in the stewards’ room with his improving mare, Mind Ya Bizz. The four-year-old mare …

A jockey in maroon silks riding a brown racehorse mid-gallop on a turf track, number 11 on the saddle blanket.

The Tony and Calvin McEvoy-trained galloper Yellow Jersey finished ahead of Mr Brightside in a specially arranged trial at Caulfield Heath on the eve of Saturday’s Caulfield meeting. The French-bred …

Leading brown horse wearing blue saddlecloth #3 with a yellow-silks rider pauses mid-gallop on a grassy turf, chasing rival racers behind.

Despite a narrow victory and a somewhat scrambling performance that tested the nerves of those who backed him at short odds, Steel Will demonstrated resilience to secure a win at …

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Trainer Chris Waller, possessing a substantial roster of promising three-year-olds, has opted to divide his equine talent between Melbourne and Sydney. While Hidrix, Central Europe, and Striking Alibi will represent …

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Trainer Aaron Bain acknowledges that recouping the purchase price for Officiate is still a work in progress, but he is optimistic that the Stakes-placed gelding will ultimately be a profitable …

Two jockeys on racing horses sprint along the turf track with Caulfield racecourse signage in the background.

Trainer Enver Jusufovic has navigated a challenging path with the Group 1 winner Pinstriped throughout the gelding’s career. Pinstriped has been diagnosed with kissing-spine, a condition requiring careful management. Currently, …

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Chris Waller’s ambition to secure an early victory in Sydney’s premier three-year-old contests may hinge on the colt Central Europe, as his two other contenders for The Rosebud are uncertain …

Jockey in striped silks rides a brown racehorse sprinting along the track under a blue finish-arch signainled course

Romeo’s Choice has been performing admirably throughout the winter, prompting trainer Richard Litt to extend his campaign while the gelding is race-fit and in good form. The seven-year-old, a dual …

Horse and jockey race at Royal Randwick; jockey in black and red silks rides a brown horse with green saddlecloth, number 2, near floral fences.

It feels like only yesterday that Away Game was competing in sprint races across Australia’s eastern seaboard. Away Game secured the 2020 Magic Millions 2YO Classic at the Gold Coast …

Jockey in red sleeves and pink helmet riding a brown racehorse (number 1) on a grassy race track, with Royal Randwick signage in the background.

Trainer Brian Gentle is unfazed by the decision to shorten Coincide’s race distance from 1100 metres to 800 metres, aiming for consecutive victories. The gelding, previously under the care of …

Jockey in green-and-white silks rides a dark brown racehorse at Caulfield Racecourse during a race in progress.

A group of seven horses aiming for spring success will participate in a trial at Caulfield Heath before racing commences at the Caulfield track. The Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) has …

Jockey in teal and plaid shirt riding a brown racehorse jumping over a hurdle, number 10 cloth visible, on a bright green track with blue advertising in the background.

Sydney trainer Michael Freedman has sent Satin Summer south to Victoria with the intention of targeting the upcoming sprint races for three-year-old fillies. Satin Summer is set to commence Freedman’s …

Jockey in red and black silks riding a brown racehorse at full gallop on a track, saddlecloth number 4 visible.

Fully Lit, the runner-up in the Epsom Handicap, is aiming to secure victory in this year’s edition, commencing his campaign at Rosehill. The Tulloch Lodge gelding was withdrawn from last …

Horse racing action at Caulfield Racecourse, leading jockey on chestnut horse wearing blue saddlecloth with number 7.

The prestigious Coolmore Stud Stakes, held at Flemington during the Melbourne Cup carnival, is a significant target for connections of a promising three-year-old. Trainer Danny O’Brien and the ownership group …

Jockey in orange and green silks rides a brown racehorse at Caulfield Racecourse during a race.

It’s not a common occurrence for James McDonald to ride at Wyong on a Sunday, but he made the trip for Steel Will, and will now assess the colt’s potential …

Three thoroughbreds sprint neck-and-neck on a green turf as jockeys crouch low in colorful silks.

Jockey Rachel King has drawn a parallel between her own competitive spirit and that of the promising filly Blue Door. The Bjorn Baker-trained three-year-old is set to make her seasonal …

Jockey in maroon and gold rides a dark brown horse with blue 1 saddlecloth racing on a green track fence in background

The training partnership of Ben, Will, and J D Hayes is eagerly anticipating the upcoming spring racing season for their charge, Evaporate. Although it’s still winter, the Caulfield race meeting …

Jockey riding a dark horse speeding past red Ladbrokes banners at Bendigo Jockey Club racecourse archway in background, colorful floral barriers ahead

Bendigo, known as the ‘Nursery of Champions’, could be the next stepping stone for I Am Aria to join an elite group of ‘Black Type’ winners who began their careers …

Jockey in purple-and-white checkered silks rides a dark bay horse during a Canterbury Park race, green saddle cloth numbered 7, with blue signage in the background.

Despite being a full sibling to an Australian Derby victor, the debutant Savagram showcased a refined acceleration over a sprint distance at Canterbury, securing his spot on Gai Waterhouse and …

Two jockeys race side by side on thoroughbreds, blue saddle cloth with number 10 visible on the center horse, green track.

Although spring is still more than three weeks away, there are early signs of it at Caulfield. Saturday’s Caulfield meeting is headlined by the Group 2 P B Lawrence Stakes …

A jockey in a purple helmet and red vest rides a galloping brown horse on a grassy racecourse, with a blue numbered saddle cloth visible.

While winter form often doesn’t carry over to carnival success, Michael Freedman is eager to gauge the capabilities of his impressive debutant, Castillo King, in the upcoming Rosebud. The Farnan …