by Jonny Turner Maui delivered a big thrill for the McCormick family when running to a deserved win in the feature trot at yesterday’s Roxburgh Cup meeting. The brilliantly consistent squaregaiter did enough to hold out the late challenge of runner-up Vertigo to seal a father and son quinella for trainers and drivers David and Lawrence McCormick. While David took top honours in the family’s great result, he resisted the chance to make full use of the bragging rights he had over his son following his victory. Instead, the Canterbury…
Month: January 2024
Canheroc brings Dunstan form to Cup
The Dunstan Stayers’ Championship Final (2400m) has become renowned as a strong form reference for feature staying races every season, and trainer Chris Wood is hoping that trend continues when Canheroc contests the Listed Marton Jockey Club Marton Cup (2200m) at Hastings on Saturday. The Dunstan has unearthed countless quality big-race performers over its 30-year history, including Group One winners Pentane and Zabeat. The race has been won in the last two seasons by Dionysus and Aquacade, who have both gone on to bigger and better things. This season’s edition…
Gillett’s looking to start 2024 in style at Alice Springs
Red Centre trainers Terry and wife Leanne Gillett will welcome back daughter Dakota, who is currently riding in South Australia, on Saturday when the Alice Springs Turf Club kicks off its 2024 campaign at Pioneer Park. It could be a good day for the Gillett family when racing resumes in Alice Springs on Saturday. Husband and wife Terry and Leanne Gillett, both licenced trainers in their own right, have decent prospects in four of the five races for Pioneer Park’s first meeting of 2024. Daughter and apprentice Dakota, who kicked…
Friday free racing tips and best bets | January 5, 2024
Friday, January 5 promises an exciting day of horse racing with nine meetings scheduled across Australia. Our dedicated team of racing analysts at horsebetting.com.au has curated the top bets and provided quaddie numbers specifically for the upcoming Canterbury and Cranbourne meetings. Friday Racing Tips – January 5, 2024 Canterbury Racing Tips Cranbourne Racing Tips Best Horse Racing Bets For January 5, 2024 Place these horse racing bets in a multi for $67.25 odds return: Friday, January 5, 2024 Canterbury – Race 1 #10 Voile Canterbury – Race 3 #10 Yvette…
David Eustace readies for Hong Kong challenge
David Eustace will have his first runner in Hong Kong next season. David Eustace made his first appearance in Hong Kong on Thursday night as a fully-fledged trainer in the city. Meeting with local media before the first of eight races at Happy Valley, Eustace laid down the roadmap for the coming months as he prepares to make the full-time move from Australia to Hong Kong. “It’s been fantastic. The Hong Kong Jockey Club have been extremely helpful and efficient – it’s great to be here for it to be…
Karis Teetan, Vincent Ho shine at Happy Valley
Majestic Knight (No. 6) takes out the night’s feature. Thriving in the absence of Zac Purton and Hugh Bowman, Karis Teetan and Vincent Ho consolidated positions inside the top five of the Hong Kong jockeys’ championship with doubles at Happy Valley on Thursday night. Teetan, who sits second in the standings with 35 victories, combined twice with Douglas Whyte to cut Zac Purton’s lead to 15 wins with the Australian on a rare leave of absence, while Ho moved into fifth place with 19 wins after teaming up staunch ally…
Bookie offers and promos for Friday horse racing | January 5
Horse racing bookmakers have unveiled an array of enticing racing promotions for Friday, January 5. Among the highlights are multiple generous bonus back offers that add an extra layer of excitement to your horse racing experience. Explore these free promotions from top online bookmakers to make the most of your betting opportunities. The top Australian racing promotions for January 5, 2024, include: Today’s best horse racing promotions Cranbourne Races 1-2 2nd or 3rd Bonus Back up to $50 Back a runner in races 1 & 2 at Cranbourne this Friday…
Ngauruhoe gives Michael House third consecuitve Wellington Cup
Ngauruhoe won the Grant Plumbing Wellington Cup today at Otaki giving trainer Michael House his third consecutive win of the Cup. Driven today by House’s son Wilson, Ngauruhoe started off 30 metres and stepped away well to settle well back one off the fence. With 800 left to travel, the tiring Cashem forced House three wide and from there he progressed and hit the front with 200 metres to run. The gelding fought on well when challenged by the 2nd placed Slainte to take the win by a head. “His…
Jockey Kate Walters suspended Three Months for improper behaviour
Jockey Kate Walters has received a three-month suspension following a verdict of disrespectful behaviour, towards a stipendiary after a race at the Nhill races on Boxing Day in Australia. The Racing Victoria stewards finalised their investigation on Thursday, considering testimonies from Racing Victoria and club officials. As per the stewards report, Walters was involved in behavior that was deemed detrimental to the interests of racing under AR 228(c). When determining the penalty, the stewards took into account the nature of her comments, her plea, personal circumstances, and her previous disciplinary…
Emily Pomfrett battles critical injuries after race fall at Gatton
Jockey Emily Pomfrett is currently in critical but stable condition after experiencing an incident during a race in Gatton, Australia, on Thursday. Before the start of the race, Pomfrett’s horse, Wanta Willow, flipped over and landed on top of her. Due to the severity of the situation, all subsequent races were canceled as paramedics swiftly responded and airlifted Pomfrett to Brisbane’s Princess Alexandra Hospital. The Queensland Jockeys Associations Glen Prentice stated that Pomfrett is suspected to have suffered injuries to her sternum, lungs, and brain. She was unconscious for a…