Pier back with a vengeance at Te Aroha

Pier (outside) winning at Te Aroha on Monday. Photo: Kenton Wright (Race Images) Former quality three-year-old Pier made a welcome return to racing at Te Aroha on Monday when he strode to an impressive first-up victory in an open 1300m contest. The strapping son of outstanding Rich Hill Stud stallion Proisir hadn’t been seen since finishing sixth in the Group 1 Arrowfield Stakes (1600m) at Hastings last September, and has subsequently been rehabilitating a cannon bone issue. Prepared by the father-and-daughter training partnership of Darryn and Briar Weatherley, the now…

Bradley officially hanging up riding boots

Darryl Bradley winning the 2016 edition of the Group 1 Auckland Cup (3200m) aboard El Soldado. Photo: Race Images Central Districts jockey Darryl Bradley has been in a career transition over the last few years, and he feels now is the right time to officially call time on his riding career. It brings the curtain down on four decades in the saddle where the 57-year-old horseman has recorded 1,832 wins, and 103 of those at stakes level. For the last five years, Bradley has been transitioning to a career as…

Hula Beat provides Weatherley with fine birthday gift

Hula Beat winning at Te Aroha on Monday. Photo: Kenton Wright (Race Images) In a desperate finish to the Te Aroha Cup (2200m) on Monday, race favourite Hula Beat provided rider Sam Weatherley with a fitting birthday gift when he thrust his nose in front at just the right time to claim victory. Weatherley would have been counting the money shortly after turning for home as his mount was travelling like a winner as he looped the field and shot to the front. Shortly afterwards the first signs of panic…

Stewards demand huge ban as Weir faces Victorian Racing Tribunal

Darren Weir was on of the top trainers in the country until scandal struck. (Brett Holburt/Racing Photos) Stewards have told the Victorian Racing Tribunal penalty hearing that the use of jiggers was “abhorrent” and wanted a huge penalty handed down to disgraced trainer Darren Weir. Weir, who was rubbed out for four years for possessing jiggers, had the case re-opened against him in December 2022, after police presented closed circuit video footage during criminal proceedings against Weir. Weir staff members Jarrod McLean and Tyson McLean are also caught up in…

Helena Baby makes successful jumping debut

Helena Baby on his way to winning at Te Aroha on Monday. Photo: Kenton Wright (Race Images) Quality flat performer Helena Baby added a second string to an already impressive bow as he cruised to a debut victory over fences when taking out the TAJC Hospitality Hurdle (3100m) at Te Aroha on Monday with consummate ease. With racing returning to Te Aroha for the first time since January, the nine-year-old son of Guillotine put on a display befitting of the occasion as he led from barrier rise in the hands…

Ka Ying Rising a new star in Hong Kong

Hong Kong has discovered a new sprinting star with Ka Ying Rising (NZ) (Shamexpress) lightweight victory in the HK$4.2 million Gr.3 Sha Tin Vase Handicap (1200m) at Sha Tin on Sunday. The David Hayes-trained gelding faced his biggest test and most daunting opposition after winning his past three starts, all at Sha Tin, but again showed his class in the eight-horse field. Now with an overall record of five wins at Sha Tin, the three-year successfully faced off with more seasoned rivals led by Group 1 winners Victor The Winner…

Horse Racing History: This Day In Racing 3rd June

Today 3rd June 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. Horse Racing Tips 5 hours ago Today’s Australian horse racing tips & quaddie picks | 3/6/24 Four horse racing meetings are scheduled in Australia on Monday. See HorseBetting’s free racing tips for horse racing on June … Read More Horse Racing Tips 5 hours ago Kembla Grange racing…

Today’s Australian horse racing tips & quaddie picks | 3/6/24

There are four horse racing meetings set for Australia on Monday, June 3. Our racing analysts here at horsebetting.com.au have found you the best bets and the quaddie numbers for Goulburn. Monday’s Racing Tips – June 3, 2024 Goulburn 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 3, 2024 check out our guide to…

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Explore a multitude of captivating racing promotions offered by horse racing bookmakers on Monday, June 3. 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 3, 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…

Kembla Grange racing preview and betting tips | Tuesday, 4/6/24

What Kembla Grange Races Where Kembla Grange Racecourse – Princes Highway, Kembla Grange NSW 2526 When Tuesday, June 4, 2024 First Race 12:35pm AEST Visit Dabble Provincial racing heads to the Illawarra region of NSW on Tuesday afternoon, with Kembla Grange set to host a quickfire seven-race program. The rail is out +9m between the 1100m marker to winning post, while the remainder is out +6m. No significant rainfall is anticipated in the lead-up, so the track should be in pristine Good 4 conditions. The opening event is scheduled to…