In Part 1 of a heart-warming two-part series on ageless veteran Aston Profit, RSN racecaller Victoria Shaw interviewed Liam Sharp of the Avalon-based ‘Team Sharp’ about their “happy little Vegemite”. And in the final instalment, Shaw delves into matters of welfare, family background and breeding questions with the Sharp’s in relation to not only Aston Profit but their much-loved team of greyhounds. VS: I think it is interesting to note, Jessica, Jason and Liam, when we look at the milestone runners that you’ve got, some really well credentialed veterans racing right around…
Month: January 2023
Breeding industry to honour Sir Patrick Hogan at Karaka
In honour of the late Sir Patrick Hogan, New Zealand Bloodstock will open its 97th National Yearling Sales Series with a commemorative ceremony dedicated to the legendary studmaster, breeder, racehorse owner, and devoted family man. New Zealand Bloodstock invites all buyers, vendors, media and general public to attend the tribute, held at 10:45am on Sunday 29 January in the sale auditorium, immediately before the commencement of selling on Day One of Book 1. New Zealand Bloodstock principal Sir Peter Vela will present the tribute, paying respect to the extraordinary influence…
VIDEO: Hallmark Stud Karaka 2023 Preview
Caroline Searcy of Bred To Win catches up with Hallmark Stud’s Mark Baker ahead of the New Zealand Bloodstock National Yearling Sales at Karaka.
VIDEO: The Oaks Stud Karaka 2023 Preview
Caroline Searcy of Bred To Win catches up with The Oaks Stud’s Rick Williams ahead of the New Zealand Bloodstock National Yearling Sales at Karaka.
Presutto chases ‘dynamic’ double
Devon Meadows trainer Peter Presutto is chasing a ‘black type’ double at Sandown Park on Thursday night. And it will be a $30,000 payday in 42 minutes if Chic (Listed Maidment Memorial – 595m) and Dynamic Prince (Listed Australian Sprint – 515m) snare their respective event. Chic (Box 2) – runner-up in last year’s G1 National Futurity behind her litter sister, Idolize – lines up in Race 6, 8.40pm. Dynamic Prince (Box 4) – a recent G2 Warragul Cup finalist and finalist in last year’s G2 Shepparton Cup (7th) and…
Petrick eyes Darwin’s Wet Season Series Final with New Roman
Trainer Kerry Petrick and jockey Paul Denton celebrate after taking out the $135,000 NT Derby (2050m) at Fannie Bay during the 2022 Darwin Cup Carnival. Leading NT trainer Kerry Petrick has given the Darwin Turf Club’s Lightning Wet Season Series the “thumbs up”. Introduced a year ago by Thoroughbred Racing Northern Territory for Top End mid-sprinters to boost numbers and give racing a higher profile during the off-season, the concept is seemingly here to stay as all seven heats in the 2022/23 format were competitive and attracted good fields. Heats…
Wairio Cup Day at Winton
The Wairio Trotting Club host their annual Cup Day at Central Southland Raceway in Winton on Saturday in a departure from the regular date which in past years was prior to Christmas. The Otautau Four Square Supermarket Wairio Cup for a stake of $20,000 over a distance of 2400 metres is the feature race of the eleven on the programme. The new January spot on the calendar makes the race day an ideal day for families says Club President, Rowena Mackintosh. “Bring a picnic and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while…
Cranbourne best bets & quaddie tips | January 27, 2023
What Cranbourne Races Where Cranbourne Turf Club – 50 Grant St, Cranbourne VIC 3977 When Friday, January 27, 2023 First Race 6:15pm AEDT Visit Ladbrokes Friday evening racing will return to Cranbourne Turf Club this week with a competitive eight-race program. The track is currently rated a Good 4 with warm weather forecast for Melbourne and surrounds, so we expect to be racing on a Good track come Friday. The rail will be in the in the +3m position from the 1000m mark to the winning post and in the…
Bank Maur can cash in outside Jacquinot in Ive Manfred Stakes
Bank Maur, ridden by Jye McNeil, wins the Stow Storage Solutions Handicap at Sandown Racecourse on September 25, 2022. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Racing Photos) Being one outside emerging star Jacquinot might suit Bank Maur perfectly in the Ive Manfred Stakes at Sandown on Thursday. Richie Laming’s $11 winning chance will start from barrier three and have Jye McNeil aboard, with Mick Price and Michael Kent Jnr’s $1.85 favourite drawing the No.2 lane. The Cranbourne conditioner said his colt could benefit from a nice early path which last year’s Golden Rose…
The Stir Up – Traralgon Cup Edition
GRV’s Peter Quilty, Gerard Guthrie and Trent Langskaill provide their thoughts on some of the star greyhounds racing in Victoria. Keep an eye on these, they are worth saving in your WatchDog Blackbook! Quilts Fellas, the third and final event in the Gippsland Festival of Racing takes place on Thursday night and the Group 2 Traralgon Cup Final promises to be an absolute beauty. Trent Quilts, my namesake – Salad Dodger – has a tremendous opportunity to break through at Group level. He has an almost impeccable record of…