Trainer Travis Doudle is hopeful he can rejuvenate the career of former Group 1 contender Snow Patrol, who debuts for his stable in the opener at Morphettville Parks on Saturday. …

Hawkesbury trainer Brad Widdup is taking a calculated gamble, sending Jedibeel to Flemington for the VRC Champions Sprint (1200m) on the final day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival. The six-year-old …

A hefty price tag doesn’t always guarantee results, but The Next Episode will get the chance to prove his worth in the $1 million Golden Gift at Rosehill. The son …

Queensland hobby trainer Craig Cousins is riding a wave of excitement and nerves as his galloper The Inflictor prepares for the $2 million Five Diamonds at Rosehill. “I’m excited, and …

Chris Waller will reach a new milestone this Melbourne Cup week when he lines up his first-ever starter in the VRC Oaks at Flemington. The champion trainer will send out …

Jamie Melham’s famous Caulfield Cup and Melbourne Cup double nearly never happened — all because of a booking clash. Half Yours, trained by Tony and Calvin McEvoy, gave Melham both …

Ben Hayes believes stable star Mr Brightside can once again rise to the occasion in Saturday’s Champions Mile at Flemington. The eight-year-old heads into the $3 million feature following a …

If Jamie Melham had taken her mother’s advice, she might never have become the first female jockey to win both the Caulfield Cup and Melbourne Cup. Melham steered Half Yours, …

Trainer Robert Heathcote is hopeful softer conditions at Ipswich will help Billionair Baby return to form after struggling on firm tracks this campaign. Heathcote will saddle three runners — Billionair …

The minor placegetters from the Big Dance could back up in Saturday’s $2 million Five Diamonds at Rosehill, with Ciaron Maher paying up for both Vivy Air and Lugh. The …

Private Harry will join champion trainer Chris Waller’s team, but not until next autumn. The four-year-old has been out of action following disappointing runs in The Shorts (1100m) and Premiere …

Irish trainer Willie Mullins will chase a long-awaited Melbourne Cup victory just days after landing his first Breeders’ Cup win in the US. Mullins celebrated with Ethical Diamond in the …

After two decades of near misses and heartbreak, British trainer Brian Ellison is hoping luck finally turns his way in Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup. Ellison’s history with the race includes the …

Everything has come up roses for Half Yours since Tony and Calvin McEvoy bought him, and the father-and-son team are hoping the good fortune continues into Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup. The …

Trainer Tony McEvoy’s Melbourne Cup dream is alive and well after his Caulfield Cup winner Half Yours drew barrier eight for Tuesday’s Group 1 Melbourne Cup (3200m). The draw helped …

Chris Waller’s rising star Autumn Glow ($1.75F) has stretched her unbeaten streak to eight with a dazzling victory in the $10 million Golden Eagle at Randwick. Ridden perfectly by James …

Observer delivered a commanding front-running performance to claim the $2 million Victoria Derby (2500m), capping an extraordinary opening day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival for Ciaron Maher, Mark Zahra and …

Pride Of Jenni turned back the clock with a commanding front-running display to win the Group 1 Empire Rose Stakes (1600m) at Flemington. The Ciaron Maher-trained mare, crowned Australia’s Champion …

Jimmysstar ($2.50F) has confirmed his standing among Australia’s elite sprinters with a commanding win in the $3 million Russell Balding Stakes at Randwick. The Ciaron Maher-trained six-year-old, ridden by Ethan …

After a challenging spring, the Anthony and Sam Freedman stable finally had reason to celebrate when Tentyris stormed home to win the Group 1 Coolmore Stud Stakes (1200m) at Flemington. …

Mark Zahra has again steered a three-year-old to the top of Cup Week betting, this time with an effortless victory aboard Getta Good Feeling in the Group 2 Wakeful Stakes …

Mark Zahra believes he’s never headed into Melbourne Cup week with a stronger set of rides. The in-form jockey partners favourite Observer in the Victoria Derby (2500m), second elect Tentyris …

Nick Ryan’s memories of Victoria Derby Day as a jockey aren’t fond ones, but the now-trainer is out to change that with two strong contenders in Saturday’s $2 million staying …

The Lindsay Park trio of Ben, Will and JD Hayes are chasing a family milestone with Tycoon Star in Saturday’s Group 1 Coolmore Stud Stakes (1200m) at Flemington. While their …

Trainer Dominic Sutton is hoping to cap a breakout year with a win in Saturday’s $10 million Golden Eagle (1500m) at Randwick. Less than two years into his training career, …

Trainer Robert Heathcote says evergreen sprinter Rothfire is thriving ahead of Saturday’s $3 million Russel Balding Stakes (1300m) at Randwick. “He looks fantastic. In fact, I know it’s an old …

Trainer Robbie Griffiths is optimistic Legacy Bound can reverse the Danehill Stakes result when he lines up in Saturday’s Group 1 Coolmore Stud Stakes (1200m) at Flemington. The colt finished …

Beaudesert trainer Michael Morrison is banking on a bit of luck and a softer track to help Smart Action get his campaign back on track in Friday’s Racing and Sports …

Trainer Rory Hunter is keeping expectations modest ahead of Autumn Mystery’s bid for Group 1 success in the Victoria Derby at Flemington on Saturday. “I’d be happy to go to …

Trainer Andrew Gluyas has opted against changing the gear of in-form galloper Guru Warrior, despite the gelding’s erratic run last start. The emerging middle-distance prospect will start a short-priced favourite …