It has been a long time between drinks for the connections of Charm Stone, but the mare is primed for a return to winning form in a Group 1 contest at Morphettville. Charm Stone returns from a break in the Robert Sangster Stakes (1200m) on Saturday, having not raced since… Read More »
It isn’t the path Tulloch Lodge planned to take to the VRC St Leger with Format, but Adrian Bott sees positives in the one he and training partner Gai Waterhouse have been forced to plot. The three-year-old colt heads into Friday’s $200,000 Listed event at Flemington almost four weeks between runs, having… Read More »
Jockey Shaun McGruddy’s wish was granted at this morning’s (Tuesday) Quokka barrier draw, with an ideal gate for Rope Them In, who will lead the charge for trainer Steve Wolfe. Shaun Mcgruddy says Rope Them In, representing Tabtouch in the $5 million slot race, is set to get every chance to… Read More »
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Windsor Park Stud has confirmed its stallion roster and fees for the 2025 breeding season, with the addition of six-time Group 1 winner Auguste Rodin drawing significant interest. The champion colt is already oversubscribed at an introductory service fee of $30,000 + GST. Auguste Rodin, a standout from the final… Read More »
Vinery Stud has confirmed its 2025 stallion roster, with a stable of elite sires highlighted by the surging success of first-season sire Ole Kirk, who will stand at an increased fee of $99,000 (inc. GST) following an exceptional debut crop. Ole Kirk has made a remarkable impact with 10 two-year-old… Read More »
Coolmore Australia has unveiled its 2025 stallion roster, confirming a line-up filled with top-quality sires and a clear emphasis on breeder value. The only exception is Wootton Bassett (GB), who returns to Australia but whose service fee remains under consideration. “The 2025 Coolmore Australia stallion roster is one of immense… Read More »
Cambridge Stud has revealed its 2025 stallion line-up, maintaining a stable roster from last year but adjusting the service fee for one standout performer. Sword Of State, who has had an exceptional year in the sales ring, will stand at a new fee of $20,000 + GST. “Whether it be… Read More »
Emma-Lee and David Browne are carefully planning the autumn campaigns of their promising three-year-olds, Scary and Statuario, with Group 1 targets in Adelaide firmly in sight. Scary, who finished runner-up in last year’s Victoria Derby, is being aimed at the Group 1 South Australian Derby in May. Co-trainer Emma-Lee Browne… Read More »
Overpass faces a fresh challenge in his bid to defend his title in the The Quokka, after drawing barrier 10 for Saturday’s $5 million feature at Ascot. The Bjorn Baker-trained sprinter, who boasts a perfect record in Western Australia including two victories in the lucrative slot race, will take on… Read More »
Matthew Smith has been pleased the preparation of emerging sprinter Headwall, who lines up as a key chance in the $5 million The Quokka (1200m) at Ascot on Saturday. Placed in both the Group 1 Newmarket Handicap and Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes this time in, Smith needed to see the… Read More »
The Ciaron Maher stable is returning to Adelaide with Estriella in search of a maiden Group 1 win with the mare. Estriella and stablemate A Little Deep will leave for Adelaide on Wednesday night to compete in the Group 1 Robert Sangster Stakes (1200m) at Morphettville on Saturday. A year ago, Estriella was… Read More »
Broadsiding will not race on as a four-year-old, with Darley announcing on Tuesday morning that the son of Too Darn Hot would be joining its stallion roster for 2025. The James Cummings-trained colt bows out a winner of seven of his 15 starts, the last of which was a 10th placing in last… Read More »
Darley has released its 2025 stallion service fees for Australia, presenting a strong lineup of 14 stallions across its New South Wales and Victoria studs. The roster features a mix of proven champions, rising stars, and exciting newcomers. Heading the lineup is Too Darn Hot (GB), returning to Australia at… Read More »
Australian superstar Mr Brightside has taken to Hong Kong like a seasoned traveler as he prepares to tackle the prestigious Group 1 Champions Mile at Sha Tin this Sunday. The nine-time Group 1 winner arrived safely and has wasted no time adjusting to his new surroundings, according to co-trainer Ben… Read More »
Local hopes are high heading into this Saturday’s $1 million Group 1 Robert Sangster Stakes at Morphettville, with stablemates Aviatress and See You In Heaven looking to leave their mark on South Australia’s premier sprint for fillies and mares. Co-trainer Richard Jolly, who prepares both runners alongside daughter Chantelle, is… Read More »
Bjorn Baker’s success rolled on at Canterbury on Monday with a filly that he has higher aims for after notching her second win in four starts. A trip to Scone is one of two options for Ellipsis ($4.80) with the other to head further north wintertime filles races in Brisbane after… Read More »
Jockey Craig Williams has issued a message to Hong Kong racing fans to get ready for one of Australia’s most admired gallopers, as Mr Brightside prepares to tackle the elite in the FWD Champions Mile (1600m) at Sha Tin this Sunday. “Mr Brightside is an absolute warrior,” Williams said of… Read More »
Ciaron Maher’s initial reaction after Jimmysstar’s All Aged Stakes win on Saturday was to marvel at a preparation that has seen the sprinter turn his profile from one of a shaky reputation to taking on four group one races and winning two of them. The party for connections may not… Read More »
Coolmore Stud revealed its eagerly awaited stallion roster and service fees for 2025 on Sunday evening, showcasing a mix of proven performers and three promising new additions, all underpinned by a theme of value for breeders. “The 2025 Coolmore Australia stallion roster is one of immense quality, that we are… Read More »
