Crocetti pleasing trainers with his return

Crocetti pictured with trainers Danny Walker (left) and Arron Arron Tata, and owner-breeder Daniel Nakhle. Photo: Race Images South Standout three-year-old Crocetti has returned to work ahead of what trainers Danny Walker and Arron Tata are hoping will be a lucrative spring preparation. Racing in the colours of owner-breeder Daniel Nakhle, Crocetti was a standout on the track this season, winning six consecutive races, including the Group 1 New Zealand 2000 Guineas (1600m), Group 2 James and Annie Sarten Memorial (1400m), Group 3 Almanzor Trophy (1200m), and Group 3 Northland…

McCutcheon recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

Noel McCutcheon has been appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to the thoroughbred and harness racing industries. Photo: Race Images Noel McCutcheon’s lifelong dedication to the racing industry was recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours on Monday where he was appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to the thoroughbred and harness racing industries. McCutcheon didn’t have any family involvement in racing when growing up, but it was as a fresh-faced 10-year-old that he got hooked on the sport,…

Wyong racing tips & quaddie picks | Thursday, June 6

What Wyong Races Where Wyong Race Club & Function Centre – 71-73 Howarth St, Wyong NSW 2259 When Thursday, June 6, 2024 First Race 12:10pm AEST Visit Dabble The Wyong Race Club will hold its first meeting of the winter on Thursday afternoon, with a competitive eight-race program lined up. The rail is in the true position for the entire circuit, and with some scattered rainfall expected to hit the course in the lead-up, punters should expect a Soft 7 surface. The action is scheduled to get underway at 12:10pm…

Douglas Whyte hails retired champion stayer Russian Emperor

Douglas Whyte and Russian Emperor enjoy a strong bond. Russian Emperor will forever be remembered for his courage, ability and some of the finest moments in Hong Kong racing history, namely, two unforgettable upset victories over Golden Sixty and Romantic Warrior – the city’s dominant forces of recent times. Sired by Galileo and out of superstar mare Atlantic Jewel, the recently retired Russian Emperor began his career in Ireland before shipping to Hong Kong to join Douglas Whyte’s team, where he quickly emerged as his stable star. Lauded as a…

Scarlet Oak favourite for Queensland Oaks 2024

Scarlet Oak (white cap) winning the Group 2 Roses (2000m) at Doomben on Saturday. (Photo: Grant Peters/Trackside Photography) The time-honoured Group 1 Queensland Oaks (2200m) is the headline act at Eagle Farm on Saturday afternoon, with a capacity field of 18 fillies set to stake their claim on the $700,000 prize. The Chris Waller barn has five runners engaged, with The Roses (2000m) winner Scarlet Oak opening as a $3.10 favourite with online bookmakers despite drawing out in barrier 15. Molly Bloom is one of 10 runners coming through that…

The Follow Files: Waller colt ready to win next start

Eagle Farm took centre stage last Saturday, with six Group races featured on the card. Meanwhile, Caulfield held a strong support program, and five races ran at Rosehill before the meeting was abandoned due to heavy rain. We have picked out three runners from those meetings that are worth following. Rosehill Track rating: Soft 5 Rail position: +3m entire circuit Race 2: 2YO Handicap (1300m) | Time: 1:18.04 Horse to follow: Mr Artemisia (3rd) Mr Artemisia maintained his 100% place record when running third over 1300m at Rosehill with a…

Waterford in the mix with racing set to return to Rosehill

Waterford is paying around $4.50 to win the Lord Mayor’s Cup at Rosehill on Saturday. Photo: Supplied Waterford is the $4.50 favourite with Neds.com.au to win the Lord Mayors Cup at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday. The Chris Waller-trained Waterford is ahead of Sir Lucan, Williamsburg ($6) and Eliyass ($8) in the betting for the Lord Mayor’s Cup. Racing returns to the Rosehill after a five-week break with the $200,000 feature, which leads into a series of winter middle distance and staying races in Sydney. The 79th renewal of the Lord…

Shane Gillard quits QRIC role after government KPMG report

Racing Queensland is set for a major shake-up after integrity boss Shane Gillard quit his post, in the wake of a government report that put the organisation under scrutiny. Gillard was only appointed in December 2021 but Gillard told staff, via email, that Queensland Racing Integrity Commission needs a “full reset” and “refreshed leadership”. Natalie Connor, who was Gillard’s deputy had already resigned in recent weeks. QRIC has been involved in several high-profile dramas which have lead to many in the industry losing confidence in the organisation. One of the…

Australian horse racing tips & best bets for Tuesday, June 4

There are four horse racing meetings set for Australia on Tuesday, June 4. Our racing analysts here at horsebetting.com.au have found you the best bets and the quaddie numbers for Kembla Grange. Tuesday’s Racing Tips – June 4, 2024 Kembla Grange 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 4, 2024 check out our…

Today’s online bookmaker promotions & horse racing offers | 4/6

Explore a multitude of captivating racing promotions offered by horse racing bookmakers on Tuesday, June 4. 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 4, 2024, include: Today’s best horse racing promotions Any Australian Race – 3+ Leg Multi Bonus Back Place a 3+ leg Fixed Win/Place Multi across Australian Thoroughbred, Harness or Greyhound racing this week and if 1 leg of your multi…