Joe Pride’s initial spring plan for King’s Secret was to avoid Sydney’s top sprinters, but the gelding’s two strong return runs have prompted a change of strategy. The five-year-old produced …

Although the celebrated Autum Glow will not be returning to defend her Epsom Handicap title, the path for last year’s runner-up, Fully Lit, to go one better is not without …

Rosehill stables Chris Waller and David Payne are on a collision course for the Flight Stakes, with their respective fillies, Striking Alibi and Bangkok Hottie, set for a rematch at …

The decision concerning Onesmoothoperator’s participation in The Bart Cummings at Flemington will be contingent upon the volume of rainfall and the subsequent condition of the Flemington track. Trainer Tim Fitzsimmons …

The initial two-year-old contenders in Sydney are aiming to make their presence felt at Randwick, with a prominent stable anticipated to field the majority of the runners. Gai Waterhouse and …

Mbube will be well-acquainted with the Flemington straight, having received ample practice before contesting the Danehill Stakes. Trainer Lloyd Kennewell ensured the colt gained familiarity with the Flemington straight when …

Trainer Grahame Begg has stated that a damp Flemington track is not the preferred scenario for She’s A Hustler as she continues her campaign towards the Caulfield Cup. Flemington’s track …

Although Bangkok Hottie has delivered strong performances to win the middle legs of the four-race Princess Series, she is not the current favourite for the finale at Randwick. Early market …

Tom Kitten achieved Group 1 success before Godolphin made the significant decision to geld him. This intervention not only validated the choice through subsequent victories but also established a valuable …

After two encouraging performances in Group company, Genesis Runner is expected to secure a stakes win, and this weekend presents an ideal opportunity. The Yulong-owned three-year-old colt is an early …

Trainer Trevor Rogers is not overly concerned about his handy galloper Roulette King being an emergency for a race at Flemington. Roulette King is first emergency for the Listed Paris …

Trainer Tim Clark expressed satisfaction after the Tulloch Lodge filly Low Key secured a victory at Rosehill, a welcome outcome following his initial disappointment with her first-up run. The three-year-old …

While most European imports typically need a preparation or two to adapt, Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott appear to have a knack for getting them to perform effectively from the …

With the AFL Grand Final now concluded, the racing attention in Melbourne is turning towards Flemington for what is widely regarded as a crucial day. The Group 1 Turnbull Stakes …

Trainer Mitch Freedman confessed to some wavering last week concerning his decision to bypass a Group 1 race for his star sprinter, Skybird. The $2 million Manikato Stakes, which had …

Nacim Dilmi’s years of experience working for Godolphin have profoundly shaped his approach to training in his own right, but there is one over-arching learning from that time that he’s …

The pursuit of Melbourne Cup glory continues for 71 horses following the closure of first acceptances. Of the 71 remaining contenders, 13 represent international stables for the 3200m Flemington feature …

The Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott stable might not possess the overwhelming force of larger stables heading into the Turnbull Stakes at Flemington. However, Waterhouse remains optimistic, noting, “you only …