Tempted suffered defeat as the favourite during a 1400-metre Group 1 race in her second start last preparation, yet trainer Ciaron Maher remains assured that such an outcome won’t recur …

The previous occasion Getta Good Feeling raced, she went off as the odds-on favourite in the 2500-metre VRC Oaks, yet she returns this Saturday at Flemington in an event barely …

Peter Moody held back from predicting that Ole Dancer would defeat Tempted in this Saturday’s Surround Stakes, yet a specific factor has left the Hall of Fame trainer positive regarding …

Top jumper Constitution Hill might aim for a landmark challenge in this year’s Melbourne Cup following his impressive comeback in England at the weekend. Owner Michael Buckley shared on Racing …

Observer boasts a Group 1 victory already, yet a sense of unresolved matters lingers as he steps back into elite competition this Saturday at Flemington. The colt under Ciaron Maher’s …

A episode of heart arrhythmia ended Yorkshire’s initial campaign hopes last season, yet even prior to the problem, his trainers kept their outlook measured. This preparation will differ as the …

Trainer Michael Freedman’s “Hail Mary” paid off handsomely as his in-form mare Cinsault secured her first stakes victory in the Millie Fox Stakes (1300m) at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday. The …

Trainer Sam Freedman will remember his 30th birthday for years to come following the Group 1 triumph delivered by Tropicus. The four-year-old son of Too Darn Hot notched his first …

Ninja has left behind the frustration from a unlucky loss in the Magic Millions Guineas, securing victories over notable rivals to take out the Group Two Hobartville Stakes at Rosehill. …

For the second occasion in three years, Clinton McDonald has earned the title ‘King of the Kids’ after Streisand captured Victoria’s top two-year-old contest at Caulfield. McDonald secured the Group …

Improving mare Piggyback has earned herself a shot at Group One weight-for-age races this autumn following an impressive win in the Parramatta Cup at Rosehill. Johann Gerard-Dubord, who assists trainer …

Pericles has ended his Group 1 drought after the tough gelding finally notched a long-awaited victory at the elite level during Saturday’s $750,000 Futurity Stakes at Caulfield. The pain from …

Trainer Phillip Stokes, based in Pakenham, may have taken a wrong turn at Rosehill Gardens, but his outstanding colt Stretan Ruler took the direct route to claim a dominant victory …

Jockey Jye McNeil is set to team up again with Cox Plate placegetter Buckaroo for the gelding’s initial appearance in his autumn preparation at Caulfield. Buckaroo is returning to action …

The more time Geegees Mistruth spends with the Mark Walker team at Cranbourne, the greater their affection for her grows. This four-year-old raised in Tasmania arrived at the Walker stable …

Leading rider Tommy Berry feels that a summer excursion to Queensland has transformed the once-troublesome Ninja, and he’s confident the gelding can compete with the elite three-year-olds at Rosehill. The …

John O’Shea and Tom Charlton are hoping for a berth for newcomer Sam Hawkens in the Parramatta Cup, while fellow Sydney Cup aspirant gelding Athabascan has secured his spot in …

Trainer Danny O’Brien dismisses concerns over Closer To Free’s limited racing background as the colt prepares for Victoria’s top two-year-old contest at Caulfield. Closer To Free earned his spot in …

A training session at Cranbourne combined with x-rays has eliminated the favourite Big Sky from Victoria’s top two-year-old contest. The colt prepared by Mick Price and Michael Kent Jnr was …

Glenn Thornton recognises the talent in Run Lucy Run, though coaxing peak performances from her demands patience, something he anticipates will yield rewards in the long run. The trainer, previously …

Three-year-old stayer Autumn Mystery is set to launch his campaign for the South Australian Derby facing seasoned rivals at Caulfield. The gelding was last sighted placing eighth in the Victoria …

Forecasting the path of a barely raced two-year-old is far from precise, particularly after a setback in their preparation. However, rider Tommy Berry remains optimistic as Incognito gears up to …

Following 18 months of careful scheming, the team behind Don’t Hope Do is poised to witness the payoff from their efforts in a Group 1 dash at Caulfield. Simon Zahra, …

Promising filly Mareth is set for a key autumn challenge as she lines up against seasoned mares in the Millie Fox Stakes at Rosehill. The three-year-old has only competed five …

Lloyd Kennewell took just one glance at Eternal Warrior to recognize his precocious talent suitable for early juvenile contests, and the colt has confirmed that assessment by qualifying for the …

Evaporate is still searching for a Group 1 victory, though the Lindsay Park camp insists that victory at the elite level is imminent for the galloper. The four-year-old under the …

Just Fine has shown ups and downs in form since exploding onto the Australian stage with three strong victories. Yet co-trainer Adrian Bott detects that the lightly raced eight-year-old is …

Trainer Clayton Douglas is prepared to press on to Adelaide even with the unfavourable barrier for his new charge Mr Waterville. The Irish-bred runner, formerly under the care of Chris …

After demonstrating his quality versus top three-year-olds with a fresh return second to star filly Tempted, Napoleonic now faces the task of showing he can extend his talent. The promising …

Trainer Matt Laurie feels assured that Treasurethe Moment is in excellent condition ahead of her comeback appearance at Caulfield, comparable to her form during the spring resumption. The four-year-old mare …