Amade primed for Brisbane Cup assignment

Brisbane Cup contender, Amade. (George Salpigtidis/Racing Photos) Having delivered a stellar performance to claim the Listed Sandown Cup (3200m) in his latest outing, the Phillip Stokes-trained Amade will aim to replicate that success in Saturday’s Group 2 Brisbane Cup (3200m) at Eagle Farm. The ten-year-old rolled back the years for a dominant victory in the Listed contest, despite again missing the start. Stokes revealed that Amade has thrived being trained from his farm rather than from a box at his stables. “He seems to love it up here,” Stokes told…

Heart Of Puissance set to relish soft Sandown track

The Maddie Raymond-trained Heart Of Puissance. (Photo by George Sal/Racing Photos) Warrnambool-based Maddie Raymond is pleased that the conditions for Saturday’s Sandown meeting are expected to remain in the soft range as she prepares to send Heart Of Puissance to Melbourne for an 1800-metre handicap. The seven-year-old gelding, also entered in a 2000-metre handicap at Murray Bridge on the same day, showed a return to form with a second-place finish in the Casterton Cup (2000m) last start. Raymond believes the slight drop in distance this weekend will be beneficial. “I…

Daniel Stackhouse brings up 100th win of season

Rackemann ridden by Daniel Stackhouse returns to the mounting yard after winning at Ballarat. (Photo by Pat Scala/Racing Photos) Daniel Stackhouse has become the third jockey to reach 100 wins in Victoria this season, guiding Rackemann, trained by Ben, JD, and Will Hayes, to victory at Ballarat on Wednesday. Stackhouse joins Damian Lane and Billy Egan in the 100-win club for Victorian riders this season. The 33-year-old will aim for his first Group 1 win aboard Benedetta in Saturday’s Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap (1400m) at Eagle Farm. Horse racing news

Sandown Saturday racing tips & best odds | June 15, 2024

What Sandown Lakeside Races Where Sandown Racecourse – 591-659 Princes Hwy, Springvale VIC 3171 When Saturday, June 15, 2024 First Race 11:50am AEST Visit Dabble Metropolitan racing in Melbourne heads to the Hillside track at Sandown on Saturday with nine races carded. The track is a Soft 6, and although it’s been a wet week in Victoria, a clear forecast for raceday means there is a slight chance of an upgrade. The rail comes out 5m, with the action commencing at 11:50am AEST. Best Bet at Sandown: Batrana Batrana put…

Sha Tin Saturday races preview & top tips | June 15, 2024

What Sha Tin Races Where Sha Tin Racecourse – Tai Po Rd, Sha Tin District, Hong Kong When Saturday, June 15, 2024 First Race 4pm HKT (6pm AEST) Visit Dabble Hong Kong racing returns to Sha Tin on Saturday afternoon, with a massive 11-part program set for decision. The rail is in the C+3 for all turf contests, and with no significant rainfall anticipated to hit the course proper, punters should expect a genuine Good surface. The opening race is scheduled to get underway at 4pm local time. Best Bet…

Phil Cole pair set for Fannie Bay feature

Darwin trainer Phil Cole with Victorian apprentice Makisha Salter after they combined for a winning double at Fannie Bay last Saturday. Picture: Caroline Camilleri (FotoFinish Racepix) Leading Top End trainer Phil Cole will start a Darwin Cup and Palmerston Sprint contender in Saturday’s feature at Fannie Bay. Cup prospect Saccharo, an eight-year-old gelding, and Sprint hope Star Magnum, a six-year-old gelding, line up in the ROANT Day June 29 Handicap (1200m). The race in fact resembles a ROANT Gold Cup (1300m) field, the $30,000 feature held the week before the…

Dunn a real chance to do “double”

By Michael Guerin John Dunn wants to achieve something that hasn’t been done in modern times, but even if he pulls it off he won’t get his name in the record books. Dunn dreams of winning both the trainers and drivers’ premierships this year, with the harness racing season running from January 1 to December 31. At the half way stage he has a great shot at both, kind of. But there are two small issues: he isn’t actually officially a horse trainer and to win the drivers’ premiership he…

Today’s horse racing tips & free betting preview | Friday, 14/6

There are five horse racing meetings set for Australia on Friday, June 14. Our racing analysts here at horsebetting.com.au have found you the best bets and the quaddie numbers for Sunshine Coast. Friday’s Free Horse Racing Tips – June 14, 2024 Sunshine Coast 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 for a new bookmaker for the horse racing taking place on June 14, 2024 check…

Today’s horse racing offers & bookmaker promotions | Friday, 14/6

Explore a multitude of captivating racing promotions offered by horse racing bookmakers on Friday, June 14. Immerse yourself in the thrill with generous bonus back offers, elevating your betting experience. Delve into these promotions from top-tier online bookmakers to maximise your betting opportunities. The top Australian racing promotions for June 14, 2024, include: Today’s best horse racing promotions Sunshine Coast Races 1 to 2 – 2nd or 3rd Bonus Back Back a runner in races 1 & 2 at Sunshine Coast this Friday and if it runs 2nd or 3rd…

Allpress excited by Japan invitation

Trailblazing Kiwi jockey Lisa Allpress’ riding will have an extra edge at Trentham on Saturday as she prepares to hone her fitness and form ahead of yet another international appearance. A four-time New Zealand champion jockey, Allpress has accepted an invitation to ride in Japan in August in a jurisdiction she knows well. Allpress’ interest in following a career path as a jockey came after attending the Japan Cup as an 18-year-old when she was working there as a trackwork rider. “I’ve had three riding contracts there and this is…