A little out of the ordinary
Sire statistics can look very different during the early days of their career compared with those once a sire is established. Time has a way of levelling out things. Nevertheless, in the case of Satono Aladdin (Deep Impact), we are seeing something a little out of the ordinary. Satono Aladdin is by Japan’s greatest ever... Read More
Owners and trainers set to reap rewards with VOBIS Platinum Bonanza
Racing Victoria (RV) is giving owners, breeders and trainers even more opportunities to reinvest in Victoria’s vibrant breeding industry with a $330,000 VOBIS Platinum Bonanza scheduled in the lead-up to the 2024 yearling sales. Now in its second year, a grand total of $2.37 million in VOBIS Platinum vouchers have been awarded so far and,... Read More
Tabcorp granted 20-year exclusive Victorian wagering licence
‘Modernised licence terms valuable in an era of heightened regulatory scrutiny’ Tabcorp has secured a “game-changing” 20-year deal for the Victorian Wagering and Betting Licence, ensuring the wagering giant retains exclusivity over parimutuel and retail gambling in Australia’s second most populous state. The company will pay an upfront $600 million licence premium, which is due... Read More
No sweat for pinhookers Carey and Hedge
Experienced pair confident in their batch of Magic Millions yearlings It’s been a sweltering start to the Australian summer in the Hunter Valley in New South Wales, with the hot weather testing the patience of stud staff, the horses and the agents and trainers inspecting them. For pinhookers such as agent Suman Hedge and Newgate... Read More
Invincible Sage snares Lukfook Jewellery Cup
David Hall will thrust Invincible Sage (Thronum) into Group company next year after the talented young sprinter downed older opposition to claim the Class 2 Lukfook Jewellery Cup Handicap (1000m) at Sha Tin yesterday as Zac Purton dominated with a four-timer. Unbeaten this season over Sha Tin’s 1000-metre course, Invincible Sage will be set for... Read More
Campionessa triumphs in Cal Isuzu
The Te Akau-raced Campionessa (Contributer) produced a commanding performance to win yesterday’s Cal Isuzu Stakes (Gr 2, 1600m) at Te Rapa and will now be given the chance to add a first elite-level triumph to her burgeoning record. In winning yesterday’s Group 2, the Mark Walker and Sam Bergerson-trained six-year-old not only added a fourth... Read More