Romantic Warrior puts Hong Kong Derby form to the test in QEII Cup
The Four-Year-Old Classic Series plays a vital role in the rejuvenation of Hong Kong’s talent pool and this Sunday (April 24) at Sha Tin Romantic...
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Sword Of State to Queensland
Quality three-year-old colt Sword Of State pleased connections when winning an 1100m trial at Matamata on Wednesday and will now take his place amongst Te...
Colt out to further Derby claims
Hoard The Bourbon will have a chance to collect further travelling expenses for a planned trip to Brisbane when his staying qualities are put to...
Coventina Bay on target for Queensland campaign
Trainer Robbie Patterson is thrilled with how his star mare Coventina Bay has come through her effort to finish runner-up behind Imperatriz in Saturday’s Group...
Bosson has sights set on next Group One milestone
Champion jockey Opie Bosson completed a full house of Group One wins in New Zealand when Imperatriz cruised to victory in the Group 1 New...
Pike ready to confirm his Queensland winter carnival team
A resolute run for second at Te Rapa on Saturday could see promising two-year-old Rudyard added to the team that Cambridge trainer Tony Pike will...
Baker winding down but still adding to his winner’s ledger
While there may be only a couple of weeks left before Murray Baker hands over the stable reins to training partner Andrew Forsman, the pair...
Swords Drawn takes out Hawke’s Bay Cup
A decision to bypass a start in an open 2100m event at Te Rapa on Saturday with enigmatic stayer Swords Drawn paid a handsome dividend...
Star filly too good for older rivals in Thoroughbred Breeders’ Stakes
Outstanding three-year-old filly Imperatriz blew her older rivals off the track at Te Rapa on Saturday when she bolted clear to win the Group 1...
Marroni in fine order for Group test at Randwick
Another bold showing is expected from an improved Marroni on Saturday when he steps out at Randwick in his second Australian appearance. The son of...
Top mare’s trainer oozing with confidence
Robbie Patterson has sounded an ominous warning to rival connections ahead of Saturday’s Group 1 Fiber Fresh New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders’ Stakes (1600m). The New...
Dragon Queen after Group One crown
Talented Matamata mare Dragon Queen will be given her chance against the best in the country in Saturday’s Group 1 Fiber Fresh New Zealand Thoroughbred...
Pike amassing Queensland raiding party
Cambridge trainer Tony Pike is gearing up for another Queensland Carnival raid this winter, which will include a few runners from outside stables. With a...
Te Akau eyeing Queensland riches
High-quality galloper Entriviere and up and coming middle distance performer Soprano Supreme have been locked in by Te Akau for the Queensland winter carnival. Stakes-winning...
Race return imminent for Letzbeglam
Group Two winner Letzbeglam will likely make her raceday return later this month following an 18-month hiatus. The daughter of Snitzel was impressive early on...
Dark Destroyer ready to kick off Queensland campaign
Exciting three-year-old Dark Destroyer is ready to make his raceday return in the Listed Daybreak Lover (1400m) at Eagle Farm this coming weekend. The David...
Charms Star lands important Group victory
Trainer Lisa Latta was confident of a good showing from Group One performer Charms Star in Friday’s Group 3 JAPAC Homes Manawatu Breeders’ Stakes (2000m)...
Hoard The Bourbon on Queensland Derby path
Trainer Stephen Marsh was delighted with the performance of promising three-year-old Hoard The Bourbon, who took out The Oaks Stud 3YO 1600 at Awapuni on...
Manning fillies tackle Riccarton feature
Cambridge trainer Ralph Manning is hoping one of his favourite tracks can again prove a happy hunting ground for Saturday’s Listed NZB Insurance Stakes (1600m)...
Group One performer heads Latta’s Awapuni arsenal
Local trainer Lisa Latta will have a strong team lining up at Awapuni on Friday, including Group One performer Charms Star, who is back in...
Beach working wonders for Murdoch duo
Astute trainer Moira Murdoch heads to Rotorua this weekend with two horses raced by prominent owners that she’s been able to turn around through her...
Bax joins forces again with Waller
Kylie Bax is going down a familiar path with her latest Group One performer Aspen Colorado with the lightly raced filly joining Chris Waller’s Sydney...
Mr Maestro a highlight in mixed day for Baker-Forsman
As he made his way home from Palmerston North on Sunday morning, trainer Murray Baker was reflecting on some mixed results for his Cambridge stable...
Isdale hoping Big Story lives up to his name
Clinton Isdale’s time with Big Story will be short and he is hoping to make an early impact with the youngster before he heads offshore....
Australian campaign for Mali Ston
Rising Matamata miler Mali Ston will get a crack at a good Australian target next month – mainly because his best mate is making the...