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
“Dreams do come true”
Oliver scores fairytale finale with three winners at Ascot Damien Oliver’s place among the sport’s greats was already assured before his final day in the saddle yesterday, but after scoring three wins from his last three rides in his home state of Perth, the jockey cemented his position in racing folklore, signing off his career... Read More
New dates for Adelaide Autumn Carnival
Racing South Australia has announced a consolidated autumn carnival for 2024 that will see Group 1 racing in Adelaide conducted over three weekends in late April and early May. From 2024, the Australasian Oaks (Gr 1, 2000m) and Robert Sangster Stakes (Gr 1, 1200m) will feature on the same day – April 27 – with... Read More