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Apprentice jockey Bailey Kinninmont is aiming to build on his recent metropolitan victory by succeeding at the renowned Flemington Racecourse, home of the Melbourne Cup. The 28-year-old rider will experience …

Bay Thoroughbred horse with jockey in red and white silks gallops along the turf racecourse; blue saddlecloth and white rails, Royal Randwick backdrop.

A late-season juvenile event is set to serve as a crucial gauge for Forest King, with trainer Tom Charlton aiming to pinpoint the gelding’s spring targets. The gelding is slated …

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The Ciaron Maher stable is anticipating that the addition of blinkers will help French import Zabiari regain his former overseas form as he contests the final stakes race of the …

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A wide barrier draw holds no concerns for Peter Snowden regarding the two-year-old Seeiaye, in fact, he prefers it. Typically a horse that races on speed, the young galloper has …

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Trainer Matt Dunn celebrated a personal best season as his swift galloper Band Of Brothers displayed impressive stamina to lead throughout the Listed $200,000 Ramornie Handicap (1200m) at Grafton on …

Two jockeys ride racehorses at full speed on a green turf track, blue silks on horse #3 and red silks on horse #4 with 'sportsbet' saddlecloths.

Jockey Jamie Mott was determined not to miss the chance to partner the debut winner American Eagle at Sandown. Mott had competed at Caulfield the previous Saturday before heading to …

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Jockey Tommy Berry’s choice to shorten his holiday and ride Castillo King at Warwick Farm has been vindicated, with the colt making a striking first appearance. The leading Sydney rider …

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Jack Bruce has been pleasantly surprised by the early performances of Everybody Rise, and he’s eager for the revitalised gelding to achieve even more. The brother to Russian Revolution is …

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The Lindsay Park stable is focusing on the long-term potential of their promising juvenile, Hard Kick, as the colt prepares to resume racing at Flemington. Having secured a successful debut …

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Mornington trainer Clayton Douglas is finding his stride with the increased workload after recently taking charge of the Anthony and Sam Freedman stable. The Freedman father-and-son training partnership faced a …

Jockey in green and yellow silks rides a dark horse over a hurdle at a Ladbrokes-sponsored racecourse, with a decorative arch behind them.

Stirling Osland is aiming for his maiden Listed success with So You Are before the four-year-old gelding leaves his Armidale stable. So You Are has secured placings in his last …

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The fierce contest for the Sydney apprentices premiership between young talents Siena Grima and Braith Nock intensifies at Warwick Farm on Wednesday. Nock has largely held the lead throughout the …

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A maiden appearance at Flemington was not initially planned for Stern Idol, but with his steeplechase rivals showing reluctance to compete, a backup strategy might lead to an emotionally charged …

Two racehorses gallop side by side as a jockey in blue leans forward for speed on a grassy track.

Champion trainer Peter Snowden faces a challenge in his quest for a record-extending seventh Ramornie Handicap (1200m) victory, as his contender Fire Star has drawn the outside gate for the …

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Cyril Small, widely celebrated as the jockey aboard the legendary front-runner Vo Rogue, has been admitted to hospital following a significant stroke. The 67-year-old veteran jockey fell gravely ill on …

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Two of trainer Cliff Brown’s accomplished Group 1 horses are now back in Melbourne, poised to commence their preparations for the upcoming spring racing season. Sepals and Von Hauke have …

Three Thoroughbred racehorses sprint on a grassy track with jockeys in orange, pink, and blue silks.

Trainer Annabel Archibald commended jockey Sam Clipperton’s aggressive race tactics following their victory aboard Mickey’s Medal in the Toyota Forklifts Handicap (1400m) at Royal Randwick on Saturday. Clipperton strategically positioned …

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Ciaron Maher’s stable appeared to hold a strong hand in a Caulfield three-year-old race, with the less fancied of their two runners ultimately clinching the win. The Maher stable presented …

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Tazima and jockey Grima secured their third consecutive victory in the Precise Air Handicap (1800m) at Royal Randwick on Saturday. The rapidly developing Tazima has now achieved five wins this …

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Trainer Nick Ryan observed that circumstances once again fell into place at Caulfield, enabling Winnasedge to secure its most significant career triumph. Following a victory over 1100 metres at Caulfield …

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Richard and Will Freedman’s gelding, Cold Brew, was the subject of significant noise from his large ownership group both during and after his latest triumph, continuing his impressive run of …

Chestnut racehorse with jockey in white silks and red helmet, number 1, sprinting on a turf racecourse.

Sky Thoroughbred Central host Gavin Carmody aptly described the Cactus Imaging Handicap (1100m) at Royal Randwick on Saturday as Benevac’s dominant front-running performance. Young rider Grima, who is now two …

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Cruiserweight appears to have reached a new level following his dominant victory at Caulfield. The gelding’s triumph in the Sportsbet Jockey Watch Handicap (1400m) on Saturday marked his third consecutive …

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The John Sargent-trained Perfect Justice, despite being a runner-up as favourite in its prior two starts, was again supported into favouritism at $4.20 and delivered as expected by overtaking The …

Horse race at Caulfield: front horse in blue silks wearing number 2 saddlecloth, jockey leaning forward as rivals race behind, with 'sportsbet' sign in background.

Angels Fury is beginning to demonstrate the potential Ciaron Maher’s stable had anticipated from her upon her debut. The two-year-old filly progressed from a maiden victory at Bendigo last month …

Two jockeys in blue and white silks ride brown racehorses neck and neck on a green turf track, number 3 visible on the nearer horse’s cloth.

Proxima Dea demonstrated considerable resolve, leading from start to finish and fending off a persistent challenge from Defensemen to secure a tight victory in the Elite Sand And Soil Handicap …

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The Australian racing calendar for the 2026-27 season will feature 77 Group 1 races, following the decision to elevate The Golden Eagle. It was also confirmed that the Metropolitan, Victoria …

Two jockeys ride racing horses atCaulfield, with a dark banner reading 'MRC Caulfield Racecourse' in the background, number 5 on the lead horse's saddle cloth.

In recent seasons, Pinstriped has been a consistent participant in the late winter weight-for-age races. However, following an extended break after last year’s spring campaign, Pinstriped is set to gain …

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The Mick Price and Michael Kent Jnr stable has indicated a reluctance to campaign Bustling in Sydney again, opting instead to focus their racing efforts in Melbourne. Bustling is set …

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The Phillip Stokes stable has its sights set on a juvenile event at Morphettville Parks to secure a first victory for Secret Alliance. The daughter of Microphone is slated to …