Talented galloper Ranting was back in the winner’s circle at The Valley on Friday night as he landed the MSC Signs Handicap (1200m) after a daring ground-saving ride by Blake Shinn. Ranting was three pairs back on the rails throughout much of the contest and faced a wall of horses in front of him as the field neared the home turn. Shinn drove Ranting through a narrow gap, one off the fence in the run home and the six-year-old son of Zoustar did the rest as he sprinted hard to…
Month: September 2023
All roads lead to the Cox Plate for Amelia’s Jewel
Amelia’s Jewel ridden by Damian Lane wins the Stocks Stakes at Moonee Valley. (Photo by George Sal/Racing Photos) The Group 1 Moir Stakes will headline the program at Moonee Valley, but seeing Amelia’s Jewel (-303.03) go around in the Group 2 Stocks Stakes was a very close second for all punters and spectators on track. The West Australian mare did not disappoint, as she proved a class above to take out the Stocks Stake in dominant fashion under a very kind ride from jockey Damian Lane. Many spectators, including Simon…
Griff records back-to-back wins with Stutt Stakes victory
Griff on the way to the barriers prior winning the Stutt Stakes at Moonee Valley. (Photo by George Sal/Racing Photos) Although he was unwanted late in the betting, Griff (+400) from the Ciaron Maher & David Eustace yard has claimed his second victory in as many starts, after taking out the Group 2 Stutt Stakes at Moonee Valley. The son of Trapeze Artist was very impressive last start in the Exford Plate at Flemington, where Mark Zahra gave him a great ride from midfield to run over the top of…
Crocetti impresses in Te Rapa victory
Crocetti winning at Te Rapa on Friday. Photo: Kenton Wright (Race Images) The excitement surrounding the looming meeting of top three-year-olds Tokyo Tycoon and Crocetti kicked up a gear following the latter’s comfortable victory at Te Rapa on Friday. The Danny Walker and Arron Tata-trained gelding jumped well for jockey Warren Kennedy before taking an early trail behind Tower Flypass and enjoyed cover in the blustery conditions. Down the straight, Kennedy went to take a gap on the rail at the 200m mark, which quickly closed, forcing Crocetti to lose…
Times Ticking primed for Group 1 assignment
Times Ticking will contest the Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate (1600m) at Hastings on Saturday. Photo: Race Images South Overcoming a setback, Times Ticking is set for a belated entry into a top-flight contest at the Hawke’s Bay spring carnival. Trainer and part-owner Alby MacGregor had to alter his plans for the opening day of the meeting due to a foot issue with his pride and joy. Despite the hiccup, Times Ticking is in good shape for Saturday’s Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate (1600m) at Hastings. MacGregor explained the change…
Guy Lowry hoping to strike at Hastings
Jimmysstar winning on the opening day of the Hawke’s Bay Spring Carnival. Photo: Peter Rubery (Race Images Palmerston North) Local trainer Guy Lowry showcased his prowess against the nation’s top stables on the opening day of the Hawke’s Bay Spring Carnival earlier this month, securing a win and two placings. However, he faces the upcoming challenge at Hastings this Saturday without the promising Jimmysstar, who impressed on Tarzino Trophy Day. Jimmysstar, a four-year-old Per Incanto gelding, clinched his second win in a three-start career on the first day of the…
Youth to the fore for Rae-Williams stable at Riccarton
Bezique will contest the Rangiora New World Guineas Trial (1400m) at Riccarton on Saturday. Photo: Race Images In anticipation of Saturday’s Riccarton meeting, the training duo of Kenny Rae and Krystal Williams, based at their new Burnham stable, are set to unveil a formidable lineup of young talents. Eight horses will represent their stable. “We have a heap of good young stock at the moment. We’re looking forward to stepping them out on Saturday,” said Krystal Williams. Among their notable entries are Bezique and Illicit Dreams in the Rangiora New…
Zac Purton hopeful Stoltz can deliver in Group 3 National Day Cup
Stoltz is bidding for a hat-trick of wins. Chasing successive wins in the early-season feature, six-time champion jockey Zac Purton believes Stoltz has the quality to successfully contend in the Group 3 National Day Cup Handicap (1000m) at Sha Tin on Sunday. To face six rivals, including dual Group 1 place-getter Sight Success (135lb) and last start winner Kurpany (119lb), Stoltz (124lb) will bid to post a third consecutive win after closing last season with 1000m victories at Sha Tin and Happy Valley. “He feels really good, he’s moving well,…
Sha Tin Sunday racing tips & quaddie | October 1, 2023
What Sha Tin Races Where Sha Tin Racecourse – Tai Po Rd, Sha Tin District, Hong Kong When Sunday, September 1, 2023 First Race 1pm HKT (4pm AEDT) Visit Dabble We kick-off the new month of racing in Hong Kong, as Sha Tin Racecourse is set to host a massive 10-race program. The Group 3 National Day Cup (1000m) is the feature event, with a field of seven tackling the Sha Tin straight course. The rail is in the C+3 position for the meeting, and with much-improved weather predicted surrounding…
Alice Springs race tips and best bets | NT Preview 1/10
What Alice Springs Races Where Alice Springs – Pioneer Park South, Stuart Hwy, Connellan NT 0870 When Sunday, October 1, 2023 First Race 1:20pm ACST Visit Dabble The Red Centre takes centre stage in the NT this weekend with the Alice Springs Turf Club hosting a five-race meeting at Pioneer Park with the 46 horses accepting. It should be an interesting meeting with numerous chances in every race, which will definitely make it tough going for punters. The feature race is a Benchmark 76 over 1100m worth $22,500 and although…