Year: 2025

Magic Millions 2YO Classic 2025 preview & tips | Saturday 11/1/25

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What 2025 Magic Millions 2YO Classic Where Gold Coast Turf Club – Gold Coast, Queensland When Saturday, January 11, 2025 Prizemoney $3,000,000 Distance 1200m Conditions Restricted Listed 2024 winner Storm Boy (9) | T: Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott | J: Adam Hyeronimus (57kg) Visit Dabble The Magic Millions 2YO Classic will headline the 10-race card at the Gold Coast Turf Club this Saturday afternoon, with a full field of 16 expected to contest the $3 million feature. There is substantial rain forecast on each of the days leading up…

Arson suspect charged over Caulfield Racecourse fire

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Photo provided by X. Travis Bird, 51, has been charged with arson and trespass after allegedly setting fire to Melbourne’s iconic Caulfield Racecourse, causing significant damage to the Norman Robinson Stand. Speaking in Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, Mr. Bird, wearing a grey shirt, did not speak but nodded to confirm he understood his remand into custody. Police allege Mr. Bird ignited four fires across Melbourne’s southeastern suburbs on Tuesday morning, beginning with the blaze at Caulfield Racecourse at 6:20 am. The fire tore through the historic stand, severely damaging…

New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing and 1/ST Unveil Partnership to Elevate Global Thoroughbred Racing

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New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) is excited to announce a transformative partnership with 1/ST, the premier North American Thoroughbred racing, gaming and entertainment company. Known for its iconic venues, including Santa Anita Park (California) and Gulfstream Park (Florida), 1/ST is a leader in modernizing horse racing by blending live racing with innovative gaming, hospitality and lifestyle experiences. As leaders of world-class racing, hospitality and entertainment events, 1/ST is also committed to advancing racing’s global profile through cutting-edge technology and international collaboration. This partnership brings a unique opportunity to connect three prestigious racedays:…

Savaglee Launches Summer at Trentham

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Glamour colt Savaglee (NZ) (Savabeel) will commence an exciting summer programme at Trentham on Saturday, taking his place in the Gr.2 Top Kat Roofing Levin Classic (1400m). The Oaks Stud galloper was undoubtedly the nation’s top three-year-old through the spring, winning the Gr.2 Hawke’s Bay Guineas (1400m), Gr.2 Sarten Memorial (1400m) and his crowning success, the Gr.1 New Zealand 2000 Guineas (1600m). Savaglee made his first public appearance since his Riccarton success in a stacked Group and Listed trial at Matamata last month, where after powering from the gates, he…

Myla Aims for Hat-Trick at Tauranga

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Progressive stayer Myla (NZ) (Swiss Ace) has hit a purple patch of form this summer, putting together a winning streak that trainers Moira and Kieran Murdoch hope she can extend in Friday’s Ray White Greerton (2100m) at Tauranga.  The daughter of Swiss Ace doubled her winning tally this term when going back-to-back at Rotorua and Te Rapa, the latter a dominant performance defeating subsequent Taupo Cup (2000m) winner Doddle and Thames Cup (1600m) runner-up Maldini.  “It was an excellent run at Te Rapa, she really made it an easy watch…

Bettor Be Sharp going for three in a row at Timaru today

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By Mike Love  Bettor Be Sharp will be gunning for a hat-trick of wins at Timaru today. Ashburton trainer and driver Gerard O’Reilly has just the one runner engaged at the Phar Lap Raceway, with the six-year-old Bettors Delight gelding in great form after successes at Addington and Banks Peninsula. Drawn the only runner on the second line over 2600m in Race 6, the Night’N Day Park Timaru Mobile for junior drivers Bettor Be Sharp will be driven by in-form driver Gemma Thornley. “He’s come through his last run very…

Wednesday’s horse racing tips & quaddie selections | January 8

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There are six horse racing meetings set for Australia on Wednesday, January 8. Our racing analysts here at horsebetting.com.au have found you the best bets and the quaddie numbers for Mornington, Warwick Farm and Happy Valley (HK). Wednesday’s Free Horse Racing Tips – January 8, 2025 Mornington Racing Tips Warwick Farm Racing Tips Happy Valley (HK) Racing Tips As always, there are plenty of promotions available for Australian racing fans. Check out all the top horse racing bookmakers to see what daily promotions they have. If you are looking for…

Today’s horse racing promotions & bet returns | January 8

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Explore a multitude of captivating racing promotions offered by horse racing bookmakers on Wednesday, January 8. 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 January 8, 2025, include: Today’s best horse racing promotions Mornington R1-3 | Run 2nd or 3rd Bonus Back up to $25 Run 2nd or 3rd in Races 1-3 at Mornington on Wednesday and receive a bonus back up to $25. PlayUp…

Pure Delight with Northland Cup win

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It may have taken Ruakaka mare Pure Delight (NZ) (Darci Brahma) 24 starts to break through for her maiden victory, but she did it in style at her home track on Tuesday when taking out the Trigg Construction Northland Cup (2100m). From her ace barrier, she was eased back to settle at the rear of the field for jockey George Rooke where she remained for the majority of the journey. She had all but one before her at the top of the straight, but Rooke was able to navigate a…