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The Ron Hutchinson story (and Aussies abroad)
This year marks the 60th anniversary of Hutchinson’s move to Ireland and his 2,000 Guineas win at his first ride in England. From teaming with Paddy Prendergast to taking on Lester Piggott and riding Sheikh Mohammed’s first winner. Hutchinson is 93 today. Ron Hutchinson is the kid from Yarraville, just eight kilometres from the city... Read More
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Amarelinha (NZ)
Amarelinha (NZ) 3 f Savabeel – Hopscotch by O’Reilly O: Te Akau Hopskip’n’jump Syndicate (Mgr: Karyn Fenton-Ellis Mnzm) B: Waikato Stud T: Jamie Richards S: 2019 NZB Karaka Yearling Sale Book 1 V: Waikato Stud P: David Ellis, NZD$300,000 W: JP & Associates Maiden, 1300m, December 5, Ellerslie Te Akau Racing-owned filly Amarelinha made a... Read More
Isotope
As a punter, if you get overs, you’re often waiting for a rude awakening: those despised words as you confirm your bet – “Win odds have changed” – or the dreaded scratching of the favourite at the barrier, and its loathsome companion, deductions. Similarly, when you’re buying horses and you score unders, you might be... Read More
Japanese and Classique Legend set to be the HKIR highlights
The extraordinary quality of the Japanese thoroughbred is likely to be showcased again on Sunday in the four features which make up the Hong Kong International Races. The races have stood up well despite the impact of Covid-19, which has condemned the Cup and the Vase to just eight and seven runners respectively. The strength... Read More