Just Horse Racing News
No denying Regal Zeus in the Golden Mile
By RS NewsWire He had to prove his fitness twice, but Regal Zeus vindicated the decision of both trainer John Mcardle and Racing Victoria’s vets when he won Saturday’s Golden Mile at Bendigo. The four-year-old came close to being scratched ... Read More »
Via Sistina elite in Queen Elizabeth Stakes triumph
By RS NewsWire Chris Waller has waited 12 months for Via Sistina to avenge a Queen Elizabeth Stakes defeat that wasn’t of her making and the extraordinary mare has delivered in spaces. In the corresponding race last year, Via Sistina ... Read More »
Killiana bounces back in the Gold Rush
By RS NewsWire Killiana missed out on a big VOBIS Gold payday when unplaced in $1 million The Showdown, but the speedy Lindsay Park filly gained a consolation win through that scheme at Bendigo on Saturday. The daughter of Brazen ... Read More »
Enxuto heads odds for the Golden Mile at Bendigo
By Adam Page In form galloper Enxuto heads the Ladbrokes.com.au favourite for the feature race at Bendigo this afternoon, the Golden Mile (1600m). The Robbie Griffiths trained gelding is flying this time in and the rise to 1600m at this ... Read More »
Allan Fitzgerald dies after long battle with cancer
By Adam Page The Australian racing industry is mourning the loss of respected horseman Allan Fitzgerald, who passed away at the age of 62 following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Fitzgerald’s journey through racing began in the saddle, ... Read More »
In-form Baker hoping Championships Cup runneth over
By RS NewsWire Murray Baker was renowned for his training prowess with stayers and his son Bjorn is hoping to take a leaf out of his father’s book with Sydney Cup aspirant Arapaho. The elder Baker, who retired three years ... Read More »
Bendigo Guineas trip ideal for Hayes pair
By RS NewsWire Ben Hayes is confident a drop back in trip will bring out the best in Lindsay Park’s leading Bendigo Guineas contender, but he is equally adamant a step up in trip will aid its other runner. The ... Read More »
Climbing Star ready to produce first-up
By RS NewsWire Trainer Phillip Stokes had hoped to follow the same lead-up to the Sangster Stakes that led Climbing Star to victory in the Group 1 race 12 months ago. Climbing Star commenced her campaign towards last year’s Sangster ... Read More »
Lindsay Park set to takeover the late Moroney’s stables
By JustHorseRacing Lindsay Park is set to take over the training responsibilities of the Flemington stable once operated by the late, great horseman Mike Moroney. In a heartfelt message shared with owners on Thursday evening, Moroney’s partner Karen confirmed that ... Read More »
Royal Patronage heading to Hong Kong for Champions Mile
By Adam Page Australian-trained horse Royal Patronage is set to compete in the Champions Mile in Hong Kong later this month. Jockey Tim Clark will continue his partnership with the Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott-trained import when he makes the ... Read More »