Six of the Best at Magic Millions
Here, in no particular order, is a guide to a handy half-dozen likely to catch the eye at the Magic Millions sale. Lot 1: c. Justify-Eckstein (by I Am Invincible) On account of Coolmore Stud The first cab off the rank could be a Ferrari. Not just at the Millions, but across the land. Being... Read More
Milestone for Telemon as stud present first Gold Coast yearling draft
Dan and Rae Fletcher-owned Queensland operation will also launch first yearlings by globetrotting Group 1 winner Jungle Cat ‘Building’ is the operative word for Telemon Thoroughbreds’ principal Dan Fletcher and next week the flourishing Queensland stud will add a sizable new brick to its ever-strengthening structure when they present their first draft at the Magic... Read More
Fownes and Moreira claim January Cup with Zebrowski
The Queen Mother Memorial Cup Handicap (Gr 3, 2400m) at Sha Tin on May 1 has emerged as a long-range target for Zebrowski (Savabeel) following the Australian import’s dogged victory in the January Cup (Gr 3, 1800m) at Happy Valley yesterday. Contesting only his seventh Hong Kong start, the 2020 Australian Derby (Gr 1, 2400m)... Read More
Hong Kong’s European imports need a Classic Series revival
Packing Victory’s (Reliable Man) smart win on New Year’s Day sharpened the focus on Hong Kong’s Classic Series candidates, with the first leg, the Hong Kong Classic Mile (Listed, 1600m), now just 25 days away. The emphasis on the pick of the circuit’s emerging four-year-old talent will only intensify this Sunday when, in a 1600-metre... Read More
Ferraris has had enough as he brings an end to his Hong Kong career
David Ferraris has told Asia Bloodstock News that he will take time out to clear his head in the wake of his decision last Sunday to hand back his trainer’s licence to the Hong Kong Jockey Club. The multiple Group 1-winning handler, who will close out his 18-year tenure with five runners at Happy Valley... Read More
Portelli calls on prized series for retired thoroughbreds
Golden Slipper (Gr 1, 1200m)-winning trainer Gary Portelli has been inspired to call on Racing NSW to develop an annual competition series for retired thoroughbreds rich in prize-money after his experience as an official judge at the Thoroughbred Spring Fair held at Hawkesbury Showground last weekend. A Royal Show level rider himself growing up, Portelli... Read More