In an unusual and not often seen move, horse racing in Britain was suspended last week amid fears of an outbreak of equine flu. On the 7th of February, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) made the decision to suspend races until further notice. In all 23 meetings did not go ahead and this was in […]
Australia is a rich and fertile ground for world-class sprinters. Victories in some of the premier sprint races in the world, including 4 memorable wins in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot (Choisir, Starspangledbanner, Black Caviar and Merchant Navy) shows Australia’s sprinting prowess at the top level. Australia’s reputation as a producer of elite […]
Did you know that Australia’s thoroughbred horse racing industry is #3 on the entire planet? Isn’t that amazing? The most important race in Australia is the Melbourne Cup. It has captivated Australians and has them under its thrall. As a matter of fact, it’s considered to be the “race that stops a nation.” Another popular pastime […]
She was a maiden a week ago, now Aristia is a two-time winner including today’s Group 1 Kennedy Oaks at Flemington. Five days after winning the Group 2 Wakeful Stakes, Aristia (Lonhro x Nakaaya) added the blue riband Oaks to her resume for her large and loud group of owners. The Greg Perry-bred Aristia led […]
Saturday’s Cox Plate is likely to be a procession for champion racehorse Winx as she attempts to become the first in history to register a fourth win in Australia’s premier championship race. If she wins, she will surpass the great Kingston Town who three-peated from 1980-1982. It will also be her 29th straight victory, the […]
The Everest is due to be run on Saturday 13th October with a staggering $13 million in prizemoney. On AFL Grand Final eve, approximately two weeks before the running of the rich event, Viddora scored a dominant victory in the Group One AJ Moir Stakes (1000m) at Moonee Valley. Viddora came from sixth on the […]
Once Trapeze Artist’s slot in the Sydney Spring Carnival showpiece was purchased, he quickly shot up to the top of the odds and plenty of money has followed. His connections are clearly very confident, but the question is – should they be? “He is in the hands of the master trainer of Snitzels (Gerald Ryan) […]
WINX has slowly made her name as one of the world’s best racehorses, with an unbeaten streak lasting 25 wins. The consistent capabilities of WINX haveled to the horse becoming a keen favourite for many bettors, and even when she isn’t winning the trials, she is certainly leading the way to win during the real […]
Australian eyes may be drifting towards this autumn’s fascinating renewal of the Melbourne Cup, which is due to post on November 6that Flemington Racecourse. It may be the race that stops a nation but it also catches the attention of punters across the globe with big prices and an open field attracting many casual backers. […]
Winx’s position at the top of the world rankings is safe after rival Cracksman flopped in the Prince of Wales’s Stakes at Ascot. This month Longines released its list of the world’s best racehorses and the Australian wonder mare held onto top spot. She enjoyed a rating of 130, with American horse Gun Runner second on […]
Successful Horses the US May Have Never Heard About
Horses have always played an important role in humanity’s life – that until they were replaced in most utilitarian areas by the machines filling the air with toxic fumes and carbon compounds. Today, in turn, a horse has become a symbol of welfare, speed, and performance, not to mention a contributor to mental health through […]
Sea of Class Puts Herself in Arc Mix
Sea of Class established herself as one of the main contenders for the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, following her victory in the Yorkshire Oaks at the Ebor Festival at York, where she justified favouritism to score by just over two lengths. The daughter of Sea the Stars will be aiming to follow in her […]
Racing’s top National Hunt action at Cheltenham Festival
The Cheltenham festival is here which brings about a huge amount of excitement for racing fans as the iconic racing is the top national hunt action over the season. There are a long list of star horses to look forward too but there is one that stands out from the crowd and that is star […]
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