Boogie Dancer destined for date with Ole Kirk after Gilgai buys Group 2 winner for $560,000 The recommendation of Gilgai Farm’s veterinarian, and an A-grade pedigree match for dual Group 1-winning stallion Ole Kirk (Written Tycoon), made Group 2-winning mare Boogie Dancer (Sooboog) an irresistible proposition for Victorian breeder Rick Jamieson. A maiden cover with... Read More

Outgoing Kranji trainer Michael Clements has refuted suggestions from the Singapore Turf Club that he has retired from the sport and he says the organisation has not reached out to him since his shock decision early last week to close his stable at the end of this month. The champion trainer, who has been in... Read More

Juvenile Group 1 winner set to come under domestic and international buyers’ microscope in virtual auction Group 1-winning two-year-old Sheeza Belter (Gold Standard), the Western Australian filly who displayed her immense talent on both sides of the country, is expected to command international breeders’ attention when she goes under the virtual hammer next week. The... Read More

Field endorses syndicator Darby’s bid for Heritage Stakes winner to make field for next month’s $20 million race at Randwick The comparisons between unbeaten colt Ozzmosis (Zoustar) and last year’s Everest (1200m) winner Giga Kick (Scissor Kick) are irresistible for connections as they attempt to  gain a start in Sydney’s $20 million showpiece. Stallion kingmaker... Read More

Yesterday’s Underwood Stakes (Gr 1, 1800m) was won by a rejuvenated Alligator Blood (All Too Hard), who demonstrated his superior class to produce a dominant win at Caulfield and retain his title won 12 months ago, as the retiring Damien Oliver added a 129th Group 1 victory to his CV.  The Gai Waterhouse and Adrian... Read More