This day 23rd May 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.
Hong Kong horse racing news
Shum confident ahead of Group 1 Standard Chartered Champions & Chater Cup
Danny Shum is optimistic Romantic Warrior can enhance an already spectacular career in the $12 million Standard Chartered Champions & …
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Horse Racing Tips
The Follow Files: European import unlucky as big favourite
In this week’s Follow Files, we have found three horses that are worth following next start after good runs on …
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Hong Kong horse racing news
Dee kicks off Hong Kong contract with three at Happy Valley
Michael Dee will commence his short-term riding stint in Hong Kong with three mounts at Happy Valley on Wednesday night …
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Horse Racing Tips
Pakenham best bets & quaddie tips | Thursday, May 25
The final night meeting at Pakenham greets punters on Thursday with seven races carded. Check out James Herbert’s best bets …
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Horse Racing Tips
Thursday’s Gosford best bets & quaddie tips | May 25, 2023
Racing heads to the Central Coast on Thursday afternoon as Gosford plays host to a competitive eight-race program. See our …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Elliot amped for Brisbane feature
Ryan Elliot concedes he’s a mix of excitement and nerves ahead of his first foray into Australian racing this weekend …
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New Zealand horse racing news
TAB and Entain partnership gets the green light
Minister for Racing Kieran McAnulty has announced the approval of a 25-year partnership between TAB NZ and UK betting company …
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Australia horse racing news
Group One target awaits Dragon Leap
Lance O’Sullivan and Andrew Scott were delighted with the efforts of their quality galloper Dragon Leap to finish runner-up in …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Cheval D’Or on track for Queensland Oaks
Cambridge trained filly Cheval D’Or tuned up for a tilt at the Group 1 Queensland Oaks (2200m) at Eagle Farm …
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Horse Racing Tips
Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | May 23, 2023
Three horse racing meetings are scheduled around Australia today. See the top tips and quaddie selections for free here at …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Trainer endures frustrating day at Rosehill
Guy Lowry had high hopes for both of his runners in their Australian debuts at Rosehill only to be left …
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Australia horse racing news
2022 Stradbroke Handicap weights released
The weights have been released for the 2022 Stradbroke Handicap (1400m), with Kementari set to wear the number one saddlecloth …
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Australia horse racing news
Punt Drunk: Constantinople doing Constantinople things
On this Monday’s edition of Punt Drunk, we take a look at the weekend that was. A one-time Melbourne Cup …
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Australia horse racing news
Giant Leap heads trio of Darwin debut winners
It doesn’t happen that often in Darwin, but three horses had the rare distinction of winning on debut during Saturday’s …
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Horse Racing Tips
Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | May 23, 2022
Two horse racing meetings are scheduled around Australia today. See the top tips, best odds and quaddie selections for free …
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Horse Racing Tips
Hawkesbury racing preview, best bets & quaddie | May 24, 2022
It has been a busy couple of weeks for the Hawkesbury Race Club, with yet another meeting scheduled for the …
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Horse Racing Tips
Mornington racing preview, best bets & quaddie | Tuesday, May 24
Mornington is scheduled to host an eight-race card on Tuesday afternoon, and HorseBetting.com.au’s James Herbert has picked out his best …
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Australia horse racing news
Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | May 23, 2021
Horse Racing around the country sees seven meeting scheduled to be run and won this Sunday afternoon. Our racing analysts …
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Horse Racing Tips
Sunshine Coast betting preview, tips & odds | Sunday, May 23
Sunshine Coast betting preview is brought to you by Horsebetting.com.au see the top tips, value bets and best odds for …
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Horse Racing Tips
Sandown racing tips, best bets and quaddie selections | VIC 23/5
Sandown race tips and best bets for the May 23 meeting happening on the Lakeside course, including free form, quaddie …
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Horse Racing News
Punt Drunk : Zaaki puts a show on in the 2021 Doomben Cup!
Punt Drunk is the Australian horse racing news article that covers all the latest stories and all the top controversies …
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Horse Racing Tips
Muswellbrook betting tips, best odds & quaddie | Sunday, 23/05/21
Horsebetting.com.au brings you the Muswellbrook betting preview with all the top tips, value bets and quadrella selections for Sunday, May …
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Australia horse racing news
Carleen Hefel Makes It A Day To Remember At Flemington
Nothing will wipe that infectious smile off Carleen Hefel’s face, following the apprentice jockey’s riding double at Flemington on Saturday …
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Australia horse racing news
Khoekhoe Out Of Queensland Derby – To Be Gelded
Matt Cumani has opted to send his talented stayer Khoekhoe to the paddock to be gelded and will miss the …
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Australia horse racing news
Reykjavik gives Smith a Flemington double
After winning the Listed Straight Six with Great Again, the Lindsay Smith stable recorded a Flemington double with Reykjavik taking …
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Australia horse racing news
Victorem bounces back with timely Victory
Victorem has overcome problems leading into the race to earn a Stradbroke Handicap start by winning the Group Two Victory …
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Australia horse racing news
Louise Day makes the most of city switch
Apprentice Louise Day has enjoyed an afternoon to savour, landing a breakthrough city win in Saturday grade before adding another …
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Australia horse racing news
Great Again scores tough Flemington win
The decision to bypass the Wangoom Handicap at Warrnambool has paid dividends for Lindsey Smith with Great Again scoring a …
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Australia horse racing news
Costa loyalty pays off in Gunsynd Classic
Trainer Michael Costa’s loyalty to jockey Allan Chau has given them their first Group wins after Supergiant took out the …
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Australia horse racing news
Champagne wins keep flowing for Heathcote
Trainer Robert Heathcote has landed another win in a race close to his heart after Rothfire led all the way …
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Australia horse racing news
State switch works wonders for Coruscate
An interstate switch has proven to be a winning move for consistent sprinter Coruscate who has outpointed his Randwick rivals …
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Australia horse racing news
Clipperton breaks drought aboard Stockman
Jockey Sam Clipperton has combined with progressive stayer Stockman to break a month-long losing streak at Randwick …
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Australia horse racing news
Police operation delays Eagle Farm races
Racing at Eagle Farm has been put on hold after police undertook a safety operation at the Brisbane racecourse …
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Australia horse racing news
Leading Tassie rider scores at Flemington
With racing in Tasmania in shutdown, leading jockey Craig Newitt has relocated to Victoria and has teamed with Immortal Love …
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Australia horse racing news
Peltzer wins again to earn spring campaign
Trainer Gerald Ryan will resist a Group One temptation in Brisbane and focus on the spring with unbeaten colt Peltzer …
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Australia horse racing news
Cosmic Gossip win seals JJ Atkins start
Cosmic Gossip has confirmed a place in the Group One JJ Atkins field with her win at Eagle Farm …
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Australia horse racing news
Sasko spoils betting move on Moody stayer
In-form stayer Sasko has found his preferred going for the second time in as many starts to thwart a well-tried …
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United Kingdom Horse Racing News
Battaash Points To Royal Ascot
Charlie Hills-trained Battaash, the highest-rated horse among the hundreds worldwide carrying the Shadwell blue and white of HH Sheikh Hamdan …
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Hong Kong horse racing news
Moore believes he has the key to unlock Thanks Forever for Group 3 success
John Moore hopes he has found the key to unlocking Thanks Forever’s absolute best as the consistent four-year-old seeks a …
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Hong Kong horse racing news
Rain a concern as Exultant faces Furore in Champions & Chater Cup
Furore and a storm are Tony Cruz’s two fears as he prepares Exultant for what he hopes will be another …
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Australia horse racing news
Boom horse Kinane to step out in Queensland
The Chris Waller-trained Kinane will carry the weight of expectation when he contests the Group 3 Gunsynd Classic (1800m) at …
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Australia horse racing news
Resurrected Alfa Oro to continue journey at Flemington
Talented four-year-old Alfa Oro heads to Flemington on Saturday where connections will be hoping to reap full rewards for their …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Tommy gets the gold
Sacred Falls colt Tommy Gold secured his first victory when taking out his 1100m maiden on the Kensington track at …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Asano on the hunt
Leading apprentice jockey Kozzi Asano has experienced a break-out season and he can’t wait for it to resume in July …
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Australia horse racing news
Racehorse owner accused of drug smuggling
High profile racehorse owner Damion Flower has faced court accused of being involved in a cocaine smuggling ring operating out …
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Hong Kong horse racing news, Singapore horse racing news
Singapore Sling looks sharp for Saturday’s Kranji Mile
Kranji Mile (1600m) contenders Southern Legend and Singapore Sling stretched their legs on the Polytrack Thursday (23 May) morning, and …
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Australia horse racing news
Norman Waymouth dies after cancer battle
Former jockey-turned-trainer Norman Waymouth has died after a battle with cancer, aged 65 …
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Australia horse racing news
Racehorse owner Flower facing drug charges
Australian racehorse owner Damion Flower is due to face a western Sydney court on drugs charges …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Boundtobehonoured makes impressive comeback
Boundtobehonoured made a remarkable comeback at Counties on Thursday when taking out the NZB Insurance Pearl Series Race by 2-1/2 …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Dez begins Winter Cup campaign
Simon Wilson has some unfinished business in Christchurch that he’d like to take care of in August. Wilson trains talented …
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Australia horse racing news
Classic contenders out in force in Sydney
The Randwick meeting will provide an important insight into the staying credentials of a host of three-year-olds earmarked for winter …
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Australia horse racing news
No rest yet for unbeaten Not Enough Effort
Not Enough Effort will attempt to extend his unbeaten record to four when he runs in the Furphy Ale Plate …
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Hong Kong horse racing news
Fownes and Ho seal double
Caspar Fownes and leading homegrown rider Vincent Ho made it double together and the handler was full of praise for …
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Australia horse racing news
Collett poised for big day out at Randwick
It doesn’t get much better than Jason Collett’s book of rides at Randwick with the top jockey set to take …
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Hong Kong horse racing news
Callan shines bright aboard Light
Neil Callan excelled aboard Acclaimed Light (132lb), delivering a picture perfect ride to claim the night’s feature, the Class 4 …
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Hong Kong horse racing news
Ting takes two as Yee Cheong Baby stars
Yee Cheong Baby delivered trainer Jimmy Ting his first Class 2 victory as the hulking chestnut made it look easy …
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Australia horse racing news
Steel Prince races for Melbourne Cup start
Stayers in The Andrew Ramsden will be racing for more than just prize money at Flemington with the winner gaining …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Long Jack spearheads Baker-Forsman quintet
Long Jack could enhance his stocks as a Group 1 Victoria Derby (2500m) contender with another bold performance in Saturday’s …
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Australia horse racing news
Fillies set to dominate Fred Best Classic
Fillies again look to have a strong chance of dominating the Group Three Fred Best Classic at Eagle Farm …
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Australia horse racing news
McEvoy aiming to increase Group One haul
Tony McEvoy has been in Brisbane overseeing Dollar For Dollar’s preparation as the trainer chases his seventh Group One for …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Parsons’ hold strong hand at Wingatui
Balcairn trainers John and Karen Parsons are taking a team of ten horses to Friday’s Wingatui meeting, headed by Shezatoucha …
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Australia horse racing news
Bigger track key for Magic Alibi in Gr 3
Stakes winner Magic Alibi will get a final chance to add to her black-type tally at Eagle Farm before she …
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Australia horse racing news
Thomas Stockdale gets French opportunity
Thomas Stockdale is the latest Victorian rider set to represent Australia in an apprentices’ race at Chantilly on French Oaks …
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Australia horse racing news
Pike doubles Kingsford Smith Cup chances
New Zealand trainer Tony Pike looks to have an unexpected second chance in the Kingsford Smith Cup after Endless Drama …
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Australia horse racing news
Brenton Avdulla queried on Canterbury ride
Sydney premiership-leading jockey Brenton Avdulla has been taken to task by Racing NSW stewards for his handling of King Hewitt …
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Australia horse racing news
Future miler Pedicel makes winning debut
James McDonald has warmed up for Group One assignments in Doomben with a midweek win for Lindsay Park on newcomer …
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Australia horse racing news
Four-month ban hits jockey Chris Caserta
Caulfield-based apprentice Chris Caserta has been suspended from race riding for four months after returning a positive urine test …
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Australia horse racing news
Jeff Lloyd closes in on century of winners
Jeff Lloyd has moved to within one win of reaching 100 winners for the season with a Gold Coast treble …
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Horse Racing Tips
Townsville betting tips & form for Thursday, May 24
TOWNSVILLE races this Thursday as the sunshine state meet hosts a strong seven race card. Not sure where you should …
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Australia horse racing news
Prince Of Caviar set to line-up at Sandown
Prince Of Caviar, the second foal of unbeaten mare Black Caviar, has drawn barrier five in a 13-horse field for …
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Australia horse racing news
Beidi off and running in Canterbury win
Promising colt Beidi has made a successful start to his racing career for Ingham Racing with a strong win at …
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Australia horse racing news
Red Excitement bids for another stakes win
Stable favourite Red Excitement will bid for another stakes win in the Group Three Lord Mayor’s Cup at Doomben for …
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Australia horse racing news
Dwyer jumper out to dominate at Sandown
The Dominator will attempt to claim the Australian Steeplechase at Sandown after winning on his steeplechasing debut at Warrnambool …
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Australia horse racing news
All Too Huiying on trial for Derby start
All Too Huiying is on trial for a trip to Brisbane and the Queensland Derby when the Gary Moore-trained colt …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Unsung hero averts Te Rapa disaster
A potentially life-threatening situation at last weekend’s Te Rapa race-meeting was narrowly avoided thanks to the quick thinking and bravery …
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Australia horse racing news
Ecuador seeks second McKell Cup success
Durable stayer Ecuador can create history by becoming the first multiple winner of the Listed McKell Cup at Randwick …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Hennessy seeking more international glory
Matamata trainer Gary Hennessy will be looking to add further international success to his CV when he lines up last-start …
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Hong Kong horse racing news
Berry aims to end a bumpy season on a high aboard Pakistan Star in Champions & Chater
It has been a trying season for jockey Tommy Berry, but the Australian rider is confident that he can salvage …
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Australia horse racing news
Lloyd boosts Tinkermosa in Queensland Oaks
Trainer John Sargent says his chances of winning a fourth Oaks in Australia have been boosted after Jeff Lloyd accepted …
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Australia horse racing news
Injured jockey Wiggins hopes to be cleared
Jockey Ryan Wiggins is confident he will be cleared to ride at Ipswich after being injured at the Sunshine Coast …
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Australia horse racing news
Champagne Cuddles to tackle Group One Cup
Brilliant Sydney filly Champagne Cuddles has figured in a change of plans and will tackle the Group One Kingsford Smith …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Top mare enjoys smooth Doomben preparation
Volpe Veloce’s quest for a Group 1 victory in Queensland to go with her domestic success at the top level …
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Australia horse racing news
Waller has five hopes for another Qld Oaks
Favourite Youngstar is one of five horses to represent Chris Waller in the Queensland Oaks as he chases a third …
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Market Movers
Gawler market movers for Wednesday, May 23
SOUTH Australian racing is headlined by Gawler today as the track puts on a strong eight race card to get …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Top sire Zacinto moves north
Exciting young sire Zacinto will now be on the doorstep of Waikato breeders with Kevin and Jo Hickman’s Valachi Downs …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Browne to team up with Derby hope
Time Lord will have a change of rider in Saturday’s Group 3 Grand Prix Stakes (2200m) at Doomben with expatriate …
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Market Movers
Gold Coast fixed odds betting moves for Wednesday, May 23
GOLD Coast is racing this Wednesday and the punters have wagered on all eight races ahead of this afternoon’s card …
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New Zealand horse racing news
Top mare Bonneval returning to work
Reigning New Zealand Horse of the Year Bonneval’s return to her Cambridge base is imminent. The multiple Group 1 winner …
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Market Movers
Canterbury market movers for Wednesday, May 23
CANTERBURY is racing this Wednesday and the punters have launched into a number of runners at the Sydney track. Horse …
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Australia horse racing news
Ben Currie to front stewards again
An inquiry into activities at Ben Currie’s Toowoomba stables will be reconvened with the trainer directed to appear …
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Australia horse racing news
Cracksman primed for Coronation Cup
Trainer John Gosden believes Coronation Cup favourite Cracksman has finally matured as he heads to the Coronation Cup at Epsom …
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Horse Racing News
Trainer Pat Carey to face RAD Board
Mornington trainer Pat Carey has a date with the Racing Appeals and Disciplinary Board after being charged with misconduct …
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Horse Racing News
James Cummings joins Godolphin
James Cummings has been confirmed as head trainer for Godolphin Australia, replacing John O’Shea …
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Horse Racing News
Lindsay Park chasing winning numbers
As one of only three stables to achieve the 300 winner mark in a season, Lindsay Park is hoping to …
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Horse Racing News
Broadside could give McKell a wide berth
Progressive stayer Broadside appears unlikely to back up from his Rosehill win in the Listed McKell Cup at Randwick …
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Horse Racing News
Gelded Lizard on the comeback trail
Lizard Island has come through his comeback trial at Cranbourne in good order as trainer Pat Hyland looks towards a …
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Horse Racing News
I’m Telling Ya set to let the racing do the talking on Thursday
AMY Johnston’s gelding I’m Telling Ya is looking to make a statement on Thursday night after an indifferent start to …
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Horse Racing Tips
Quaddie tips for Thursday, May 25 races at Pakenham
PAKENHAM is the venue for our Thursday quaddie this week, and several familiar runners are gracing our predictions once again …
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Horse Racing News
Under The Thumb hikes to Highway
Tamworth-based gelding Under The Thumb will make his city debut in a Highway Handicap at Randwick on Saturday …
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Horse Racing News
What will James Cummins bring to the stable at Godolphin?
FRONT and centre in horse racing news this week is the appointment of James Cummings as the new head trainer …
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Horse Racing News
Cummings declared “great fit” after formal Godolphin announcement
POWERHOUSE racing stable Godolphin has appointed James Cummings as its new head-trainer, ending a protracted search for John O’Shea’s permanent …
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Horse Racing News
Weir a big player in feature jumps race
Besides the big races in Queensland, leading trainer Darren Weir is expected to be a key player in the feature …
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Horse Racing News
Portelli looking to life after Rebel Dane
Gary Portelli won’t be able to replace Rebel Dane who has a new home at stud but hopes his younger …
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Horse Racing News
Neil Wilson becomes interim VRC CEO
The honorary treasurer of the VRC, Neil Wilson, has stepped into the role of interim chief executive following the resignation …
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Horse Racing News
James Cummings set to join Godolphin
James Cummings is expected to be confirmed as head trainer for Godolphin Australia, replacing John O’Shea …
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Horse Racing News
Solow retired by trainer Freddy Head
Trainer Freddy Head has announced the retirement of champion miler Solow …
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Horse Racing News
Michelle Payne in hospital after fall
Melbourne Cup winning jockey Michelle Payne remains in hospital after a race fall but initial scans have come back clear …
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Horse Racing News
Michelle Payne in fall at Mildura
Michelle Payne has taken a tumble at Mildura on the same day four apprentices have been injured in a multiple-horse …
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Horse Racing News
Doomben 10,000 start for Azkadellia
Ciaron Maher isn’t too concerned about the prospects of a firm track for Azkadellia when she lines up in the …
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Horse Racing News
Hall Of Fame inductee chasing Sandown win
Hall Of Fame inductee Pat Hyland still rides trackwork at the age of 74 with Australian Steeplechase contender King Triton …
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Horse Racing News
Michelle Payne taken to hospital after fall at Mildura
2015 MELBOURNE Cup-winning jockey Michelle Payne was taken to hospital via ambulance after a fall at the Mildura races today …
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Horse Racing News
Secateur a Cup horse in the making
Trainer Danny Williams says former English horse Secateur is ready to show what he can do over the 2400 metres …
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Horse Racing News
Gingerboy aiming for hat-trick at Sandown
Gingerboy will go chasing a second feature jumps race success when he lines up in the Australian Hurdle at Sandown …
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Horse Racing News
Horror race fall injures six apprentice jockeys at Taree
The opening race at Taree on Tuesday was a horror scene as six apprentice jockeys were injured in the Rising …
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Horse Racing News
Oink to step up in class to BRC Sires’
Trainer Kelly Schweida has no regrets about skipping a Listed race with Oink to put him up to Group Two …
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Horse Racing Tips
Powerhouse stables attracting punters at Gosford this Tuesday
Punters don’t have to wait till Saturday to find the powerhouse stables in action. There are some great betting opportunities …
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Horse Racing News
Four young jockeys hurt in Taree fall
Four young jockeys have escaped serious injuries but have been taklen to hospital after a multiple horse fall at Taree …
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Horse Racing News
Doomben 10,000 start for Azkadellia
Ciaron Maher isn’t too concerned about the prospects of a firm track for Azkadellia when she lines up in the …
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Horse Racing News
Overseas trip on the cards for champion sprinter Chautauqua
Royal Ascot is off the cards for champion sprinter Chautauqua, but its connections haven’t ruled out possible trips to Japan, …
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Horse Racing News
Glen Colless decides not to defend ban
Glen Colless will begin a suspension immediately in order to be back in time to ride Malaguerra in the Stradbroke …
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Horse Racing News
Jet Setting grounds Minding in Guineas
Emerging trainer Adrian Keatley has produced Jet Setting for an upset win over Coolmore’s odds-on favourite Minding in the Irish …
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Horse Racing News
Black Heart Bart Stradbroke market mover
Black Heart Bart’s win in the Goodwood in Adelaide has propelled him to second favourite for the Stradbroke Handicap in …
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Horse Racing News
Blazing Speed wins Champions And Charter Cup in bobbing finish
Blazing Speed won the Group 1 Champions And Charter Cup at Sha Tin on Sunday in one of the closest …
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