Cool Aza Rene impresses at Riccarton

Cool Aza Rene winning the 2YO (1000m) at Riccarton on Wednesday. Photo: Ajay Berry (Race Images South) Family connections make Cool Aza Rene a filly close to Te Akau’s heart and the youngster again did them proud at Riccarton on Wednesday. The Mark Walker and Sam Bergerson-trained representative maintained her unbeaten record for the Matamata stable when she comfortably justified her hot favouritism with Marantelli Bet. She had made a successful debut last month at Otaki, with the third placegetter there Abbakiss a subsequent winner at Tauherenikau, in the hands…

Racing Victoria reports $11.8M deficit in 2024 annual results

The Racing Victoria Limited Group (RVLG), incorporating Racing Victoria (RV) and Racing.com Media (RDCM), has released its 2024 Annual Report incorporating its statutory reported results for the 2023-24 financial year (FY24) ending 30 June 2024. RVLG has reported a statutory net deficit of $11.8 million for FY24, compared to a net surplus of $0.2 million in the previous financial year. The FY24 reported result includes one-off industry support costs relating to the Southside Racing merger, and other non-recurring costs. Excluding these costs, the underlying net deficit was $3.0 million versus…

Maher pair draw perfectly for Group 1 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes

Another Wil ridden by Jamie Kah winning The Damien Oliver at Flemington Racecourse. (Photo by Brett Holburt/Racing Photos) The $1 million Group 1 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes (1400m) is the second of two Group 1 features at Caulfield on Saturday afternoon, with a field of 15 set to step out in the classic handicap. The Ciaron Maher-trained pair of Jimmysstar and Another Wil can’t be split at the top of betting, with horse racing bookmakers installing the pair at $4 apiece, allowing punters to decide who should start favourite on…

Thousand Guineas Final Field: Waller hunts third-straight success

Thousand Guineas favourite, Aeliana. (Morgan Hancock/Racing Photos) The three-year-old fillies take centre stage at Caufield on Saturday afternoon, with a quality field of 13 set to line up in the 78th renewal of the Group 1 Thousand Guineas (1600m). The Chris Waller barn has had great success in the $1.5 million feature of late, with Joliestar (2023) and Madame Pommery (2022) claiming the last two editions, with Group 3 Carbine Club Stakes (1600m) winner Aeliana looking to etch her name alongside her stable companions. Horse racing bookmakers wasted no time…

Today’s horse racing tips & quaddie selections | Wednesday, 13/11

There are six horse racing meetings set for Australia on Wednesday, November 13. Our racing analysts here at horsebetting.com.au have found you the best bets and the quaddie numbers for Bendigo, Rosehill & Happy Valley (HK). Wednesday’s Free Horse Racing Tips – November 13, 2024 Bendigo Racing Tips Rosehill 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 a new…

Today’s horse racing bookmaker promotions & bet returns | 13/11

Explore a multitude of captivating racing promotions offered by horse racing bookmakers on Wednesday, November 13. 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 November 13, 2024, include: Today’s best horse racing promotions Rosehill Races 1-4 | 2nd or 3rd Bonus Back Up To $50 Back a runner in races 1-4 Rosehill this Wednesday and if it runs 2nd or 3rd get up to $50…

Local talents on track for TAB Mile

Dazzling Miss will contest the Group 3 TAB Mile (1600m) at Riccarton on Wednesday. Photo: Race Images South Few horses are more deserving of a black-type success than Dazzling Miss, and she, alongside her classy stablemate Sir Albert, will chase their hometown feature on Wednesday in the Group 3 TAB Mile (1600m). A six-year-old by Proisir, Dazzling Miss has established an enviable record in the past 12 months in stakes company without coming out on top, placing in the Group 3 White Robe Lodge WFA (1600m), Group 3 South Island…

Third Decree well-placed in Breeders’ Stakes

Third Decree will contest the Group 3 Canterbury Breeders’ Stakes (1400m) at Riccarton on Wednesday. Photo: Race Images South Michael and Matthew Pitman have high hopes that Third Decree can go to the next level on her home turf on Wednesday. The Riccarton trainers have settled on the Group 3 Canterbury Breeders’ Stakes (1400m) as a gilt-edged opportunity for the mare to add winning black type to her imposing record. The daughter of War Decree has won eight of her 18 starts, with one of her three runner-up finishes including…

The Follow Files: Melbourne Cup Carnival horses to follow

Following the completion of the Melbourne Cup Carnival at Flemington, we look back at the four days of racing and select three runners that are worth following as we head deeper into the spring. You can add these runners to your blackbook with your chosen bookmaker and receive notifications when they accept for an upcoming race. Flemington Track rating: Good 4 (all four days) VCR Derby Day: Group 3 Belgonia Belle Stakes (1100m) | Time: 1:02.64 Horse to follow: Cigar Flick (4th) After she was scratched from multiple races earlier…

Riccarton test for Horowhenua raider

Faraglioni during an exhibition gallop at Otaki last week. Photo: Peter Rubery (Race Images Palmerston North) Josh Shaw admits he is heading a long way this week for just the one run with his aptly named mare Predecessor, but he is hoping the trip pays dividends in the long run. The Horowhenua horseman has trekked down to Christchurch this week with his four-year-old mare, who will be vying to breakthrough for her maiden victory in the Haase Marshall Drainage Premier (2000m) at Riccarton on Wednesday. “The trip away will just…