France gearing up for return to racing
French racing could resume within weeks under strict conditions and with all participants from abroad - both equine and human - banned for the time...
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Swan Hill carnival reduced to single day
The popular winter racing carnival at Swan Hill has become the latest casualty of the coronavirus epidemic.
Millard’s team ready to mix it on FWD Champions Day
Tony Millard enjoyed one of his biggest days at Sha Tin when the exceptional Ambitious Dragon won the 2011 Group 1 QEII Cup (2000m) and...
Britain making plans for racing return
Arena Racing Company tracks could be at the forefront of a return to racing in Britain when the time comes for the sport to resume.
Sydney carnival ends at Randwick
The Sydney autumn carnival has ended after an extraordinary few weeks when every other sport closed down.
Derby in July in plans for England
The British Horseracing Authority has plans to run the Classic races in different time slots when the sport resumes.
Trainer Mark Johnston positive to COVID-19
British trainer Mark Johnston has revealed he is isolating after contracting coronavirus.
Top Sydney hoops likely to winter at home
Leading Sydney jockeys Hugh Bowman and Tim Clark say they are likely to bypass this year's Brisbane winter carnival and stay riding closer to home.
BHA defends holding Cheltenham festival
British Horseracing Authority chief executive Nick Rust has defended the decision to hold the Cheltenham Festival.
Doomben to dictate Gollan’s winter plans
Premier Brisbane trainer Tony Gollan will use the Doomben meeting to start planning winter campaigns for some of his top horses.
Coronavirus protocols stretch bush stable
Murwillumbah trainer Matt Dunn will need all of his logistical skills when he has runners at up to eight tracks over four days.
Return to British racing to remain on hold
Racing will remain on hold beyond after the British Horseracing Authority extended its suspension on meetings in Britain.
Hong Kong Sale delay no issue for Harvey
The Hong Kong International Sale has been pushed back further as the fallout from Covid-19 continues to impact on all walks of life. Traditionally held...
Marquand fined $2000 for protocol breach
Visiting English jockey Tom Marquand has been fined for breaching the strict protocols surrounding the conduct of race meetings during the coronavirus pandemic.
Productive season for Otaki conditioners
Otaki trainers Johno Benner and Hollie Wynyard are pleased with the success of their boutique stable this season and are looking forward to a nice...
Kent excited about recent Kiwi acquisitions
Victorian trainers Mick Price and Michael Kent Jr are excited about the prospects of two recent New Zealand acquisitions, but it is unknown when the...
Ross can’t split Doomben open handicap runners
Trainer Les Ross is finding it hard to give a preference to River Racer or Mishani Hustler who run in the Open Handicap at Doomben.
Ex-pat safe in Chinese racing bubble
Racehorse trainer Rui Severino has been aware of the threat of Covid-19 for longer than most. The worldly horseman has been based at a thoroughbred...
Tyler loves his F words
While many people will be bandying around a few choice F words over the lockdown period, there are two that are helping Southland trainer Kelvin...
Federal job scheme helps Qld clubs
The Federal government's JobKeeper scheme will help reduce further staff losses in the Queensland racing industry.
Newitt holds fears for Tasmanian racing
With racing on hold for four weeks in Tasmania, jockey Craig Newitt fears it could have a crippling effect on the local industry.
Wilde has headache over Warrnambool target
With two feature steeplechases on the one day at the revamped Warrnambool carnival, trainer Symon Wilde is considering his options with local hero Gold Medals.
Racing NSW announces prize money cuts
Racing NSW has announced prize money cuts of 20 per cent at the top end and 10 per cent for midweek and provincial races.
Lockdown logistics top priority for kiwi trainer in Singapore
Ex-pat Kiwi trainer Donna Logan will spend the next few days putting the logistics in place for her Kranji-based stable to cope with the new...
Gollan milestone in sad circumstances
Trainer Tony Gollan has reached a century of winners for a season for the fourth time, a feat overshadowed by the death of his father...