Ric Chapman takes us through every race on the Thursday morning Woodbine card and finds these are the best chances in each event. Good luck folks. Race 1 2000m Turf – 8.45am Dual acceptors work in any racing jurisdiction and HOLYANNA fits that bill here. She was entered in a… Read More »
Trainer William Haggas has paid tribute to Classic-winning filly Sea Of Class who has succumbed to colic. Last year’s Irish Oaks winner underwent surgery after being struck down with the life-threatening illness two weeks ago. Despite the best possible care, her condition deteriorated on Monday morning. “She was a marvellous… Read More »
New Zealanders Des Friedrich and Robbie Hewetson have been employed in senior positions at a new state-of-the-art racecourse in Inner Mongolia’s capital Hohhot. Friedrich, an experienced thoroughbred administrator, will be the chief executive and former assistant trainer Hewetson the senior racing steward at the facility which was officially opened at… Read More »
One-time Melbourne Cup favourite Withhold has made a triumphant return to racing to win the Marsh Cup at Newbury. The Roger Charlton-trained stayer bled during last year’s Geelong Cup in which he was favourite and missed his chance at Flemington and has also since undergone wind surgery. Jason Watson set… Read More »
Maximum Security has captured the $1 million Haskell Invitational and, unlike the Kentucky Derby, survived a steward’s inquiry. His win at Monmouth capped a long day which included a major delay triggered by intense heat and safety concerns for the horses and riders, leading to the cancellation of six races…. Read More »
Frankie Dettori has produced another front-running masterclass aboard Star Catcher to record a fifth win this century in the Irish Oaks at the Curragh. Dettori was able to dictate the pace virtually from the outset Star Catcher who is trained by John Gosden and owned by Anthony Oppenheimer. Quickening three… Read More »
We take a look at Sunday’s meeting at Singapore where the Singapore Derby headlines a quality ten race program for punters to sink their teeth into. View our Singapore Derby day tips and bets. Race One: 12 Broadway Success Race Two: 5 Duxton Race Three: 3 Trapio Race Four: 3… Read More »
Trainer Joseph O’Brien believes Iridessa has shown she will stand up to the stamina test in the Irish Oaks at the Curragh. Iridessa finished fourth over a mile in the Irish 1000 Guineas in May and appeared to improve for a step up to 10 furlongs (2000m) when an impressive… Read More »
Singapore will host another Friday night race meeting for punters to sink their teeth into before a big weekend of racing across the country. Get On our Singapore tips on Friday night. Race One: 5 Roan Ranger Race Two: 4 Iron Ruler Race Three: 8 Big Regards Race Four: 8… Read More »
James Doyle says he is ecstatic after picking up the ride on Crystal Ocean who takes on Enable in the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot. Crystal Ocean is unbeaten in three starts this season, completing his hat-trick with an impressive victory in last month’s Prince of… Read More »
Maximum Security will take on six rivals in his second start since being disqualified as the winner of the Kentucky Derby when he runs in the Haskell Invitational at Monmouth Park. The Jason Servis-trained colt has drawn the outside barrier for the 1-1/8-mile (1800m) race on Saturday (Sunday AEST). Luis… Read More »
Trainer Charlie Appleby has confirmed the retirement of Derby winner Masar who has failed to recapture his form this season. The colt became the first horse to carry the royal blue silks of Godolphin to victory in the 2018 premier Classic at Epsom, but a leg injury kept him off… Read More »
There will be 8 races conducted on the Woodbine, Canada card set down for Thursday morning (18th July) Australian time. Here are Canada-based Aussie tipster, Ric Chapman’s thoughts and tips. He will be trackside. Race 1 – 1800m 8:45am – Turf At this level, CRUMLIN TIME looms large. Goes out… Read More »
Melbourne Cup runner-up Marmelo has failed narrowly to win the Prix Maurice de Nieuil for a second time at Paris Longchamp. To rub salt into the wounds, not only did Marmelo lose in a tight photo-finish to Way To Paris, there was then a lengthy stewards’ inquiry after the winner… Read More »
