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‘This wasn’t a decision I made lightly’ – James Cummings confirms move to Hong Kong
After months of speculation, James Cummings, one of Australia’s best trainers, confirmed yesterday that he will join the Hong Kong training ranks next year. Cummings, the grandson of legendary trainer Bart, had been at the helm of Godolphin’s Australian training operation for eight years before the global giant’s recent announcement to move to a public... Read More
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Epsom Classic double for O’Brien as Lambourn runs them ragged in the Derby
A forceful front-running ride from Wayne Lordan provided the rider with his first career Epsom Derby victory and trainer Aidan O’Brien a record-extending 11th success in the race as Lambourn made every yard in the world-famous Classic. Having previously landed a trial for the race when defeating Lazy Griff (Protectionist) in the Chester Vase Stakes... Read More
O’Brien and Moore again as Minnie Hauk downs Whirl in Oaks Classic
Dominant trainer and rider combination Aidan O’Brien and Ryan Moore claimed Classic glory once again this season as Minnie Hauk battled bravely to deny her equally brave stablemate Whirl in an Epsom Oaks thriller on Friday. Moore had opted to ride Minnie Hauk instead of both Whirl and Lingfield Listed winner Giselle (Frankel) and the... Read More
Another Classic for Wootton Bassett as Camille Pissarro lands French Derby
On an incredible day for shuttlers in France, Coolmore Stud’s record-breaking dual-hemisphere stallion Wootton Bassett (Iffraaj) secured his second French Classic of the season on Sunday when Camille Pissarro (3 c Wootton Bassett – Entreat by Pivotal) took out the Prix du Jockey Club (Gr 1, 2100m) at Chantilly under yet another inspired Ryan Moore... Read More
‘It will be difficult to say goodbye but I’m very proud of the legacy I leave behind’ – Orton announces he will leave Vinery
After 25 years at the helm of Vinery Stud, which he effectively helped build from scratch, general manager Peter Orton has called time on his tenure at the famed Hunter Valley operation. Since being head-hunted by its previous owner Dr Tom Simon a quarter of a century ago, Orton has successfully established Vinery as a... Read More
Lucky Vega scores first northern hemisphere-bred winner as Lope Spirit strikes
Yulong’s Lucky Vega (Lope De Vega) scored his first winner in the northern hemisphere when Lope Spirit got off the mark at the first attempt in 6f contest at Syracuse on Saturday. Trained by Salvatore Scalora, the colt pulled away impressively in the closing stages to score a three-length victory. Purchased by his trainer for... Read More