It was hard to think of a more fitting victory on Saturday than when Karman Line (NZ) (Myboycharlie) dashed home out wide to take out the Lisa Chittick Plate (1400m). The race is named in honour of the late Lisa Chittick (nee O’Sullivan), the sister of former champion jockey Lance O’Sullivan who now trains in partnership with Andrew Scott, with the pair producing the five-year-old daughter of Myboycharlie from their Matamata-based Wexford Stables operation. Carrying the well-known yellow and blue Wexford colours, Karman Line settled near the rear of the…
Month: February 2024
Vale Dave Bradford
Respected racing journalist and administrator Dave Bradford passed away peacefully in Auckland on Thursday, aged 91. Having started out as a cadet reporter with the Thames Star, Bradford moved onto the Rotorua Daily Post before later becoming racing editor of the Auckland Star/8 O’Clock. A committee member of Auckland Racing Club and Matamata Racing Club, Bradford was the first editor of the New Zealand Racing Annual from early 1970s for MOA Publications. He managed Whitford agistment property Lone Oak Lodge, then established Glen Orchard Stud Matamata in partnership with ARC…
Best horse racing promotions & bonuses for February 25, 2024
Explore a multitude of captivating racing promotions offered by horse racing bookmakers on Sunday, February 25. Immerse yourself in the thrill with generous bonus back offers, elevating your betting experience. Delve into these complimentary promotions from top-tier online bookmakers to maximise your betting opportunities. The top Australian racing promotions for February 25, 2024, include: Today’s best horse racing promotions Launceston All Races – Same Race Multi 3+ Leg Bonus Back If 1 Leg Fails Place a 3+ leg Same Race Multi bet on any race at Launceston this Sunday and…
Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | February 25, 2024
Horse racing on Sunday, February 25, will feature seven meetings in Australia. Our racing analysts here at horsebetting.com.au have found you the top bets and the quaddie numbers for the meetings at Ballarat, Mudgee, Pinjarra & Sha Tin (HK). Sunday Racing Tips – February 25, 2024 Ballarat Racing Tips Mudgee Racing Tips Pinjarra Racing Tips Sha Tin (HK) Racing Tips As always, there are plenty of promotions available for Australian racing fans. Check out all the top online bookmakers to see what daily promotions they have. If you are looking…
Pinseeker favoured in Cromwell Fruit Bowl
By Jonny Turner Pinseeker goes into his toughest career test in the Fruit Bowl Handicap at Cromwell on Sunday as ready as he can be. The four-year-old returns to racing after creating a big impression in his three starts late last year for trainer-driver Jonny Cox. Pinseeker will step up to race hardy opposition in the pacing feature on the second day of Cromwell’s big two-day February meeting. Cox thinks he has the pacer as ready as he can be for his returning assignment. “We think he is a pretty…
Horse Racing History: This day in Racing 25th February
This day 25th February in horse racing news history From the extensive Horse Betting news archives we present the all the thoroughbred racing action in Australian and overseas racing news in history. Delve in and enjoy our walk back in horse racing time. Australia horse racing news 12 months ago Uncommon James takes out his first Group 1 in Oakleigh Plate Ben Thompson and Steven O’Dea & Matthew Hoysted have combined with Uncommon James to take out the Group 1 Oakleigh … Read More Australia horse racing news 12 months…
Butcher and Berger combine at Cambridge
By Brigette Solomon Cambridge driver Benjamin Butcher reckons he’s got some place chances at least with his book of six drives at his home track today. “I have a few that, with a bit of luck, I think can finish in the top three, says Butcher. “My three drives for Mike Berger are probably the ones I’ll be most looking forward to.” Of those three, Rockafilly is the first of the Berger runners in Race four, the Watchu Security Mobile Pace. The mare most recently finished fifth when racing at…
Selections | Cambridge
Selections for Cambridge today. Head to www.tab.co.nz to place your bet! Race Aaron WhiteCommentator Race 12.14pm 4 Trifolium9 Keep It Klassy2 Itbetterbenow7 President Flynntin Race 22.44pm 5 Pixie9 No Added Sugar3 Luka Doncic6 Peter Forsberg Race 33.19pm 11 Pandora1 Delightful Chic5 Classic Gold13 Dom Toretto Race 43.49pm 3 Seaside Rose10 Rockafilly8 Mahia Dreamin11 Tomalou Race 54.19pm 11 Lovemeto8 Hughie Wallace10 Del Shannon6 Slainte Race 64.49pm 4 Two Eye See2 Bet West11 Prince Miki6 Invisible Race 75.14pm 5 Benjamin Button1 Whitfield2 Oceanic Art3 Ticking Over
Selections | Cromwell
Jonny Turner’s selections for Cromwell Race Jonny TurnerRacing Journalist Race 112.07pm 3 Dignify1 Whispering Majestic2 Bob Barrelit11 Lotus Franco Race 212.43pm 6 Miki’s Beauty 10 Cheer Me On12 Breeny’s Rock N Roll2 Racingmissgracie Race 31.08pm 2 Lorton Vale3 Tane JJ11 Hit The Lights4 Nyla Race 41.33pm 2 Imperial Laz1 Wehavtime5 Bismarck Du Plessis9 Ultimate Weapon Race 52.04pm 9 Fiery Bandito2 Blithe7 Son Of The Cleaner8 Jordan Anne Race 62.35pm 1 Rakero Rocket6 Rakamurph4 Dennis Denuto9 Vinita Rose Race 73.05pm 3 Nubliah Chamay4 Hot Saucy Betty5…
South Australian Upset: Queman Claims Thrilling Oakleigh Plate 2024 Victory
A thrilling victory for South Australia unfolded at the 2024 Oakleigh Plate as Shane & Cassie Oxlade-trained Queman held off a fierce challenge to claim the Group 1 title on Blue Diamond Stakes Day. Queman Wins the 2024 Oakleigh Plate in a Caulfield thriller. Photo: Ultimate Racing Photos. The Mint Lane gelding, taking a significant step up in class, displayed remarkable resilience to edge past Hypothetical in a photo finish. Queman, in excellent form, built upon his recent Listed W.J. Adams victory at the same track, extending his winning streak…