Defibrillate retired
Talented middle-distance specialist and million-dollar earner Defibrillate has been retired following a disappointing effort in the Wanganui Cup.
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Defibrillate set for handicap challenge in Wanganui Cup
Handicap conditions won’t be in the favour of middle-distance specialist Defibrillate when the classy gelding contests the Listed Wanganui Cup (2040m).
Defibrillate vying for back-to-back Group Ones
Matamata trainer Graham Richardson recorded an elite-level scalp with his homebred Defibrillate in the Group 1 Zabeel Classic (2050m) on Boxing Day, and he is...
Richardson and Norvall land Zabeel Classic double
Graham Richardson savoured one of the highlights of his career as Defibrillate brought a long-range plan to fruition in the Group 1 Zabeel Classic (2050m)...
Richardson guided by past Railway experience
Graham Richardson will follow a proven formula with his leading sprinter Bonny Lass through to her grand final at Te Rapa on New Year’s Day....
Circumstances force unconventional approach
Co-trainer Graham Richardson’s hand has been forced with Defibrillate, who will resume his New Zealand career without a preparatory outing ahead of Saturday’s Group 1...
Group One homecoming for Defibrillate
Graham Richardson is hoping for the perfect homecoming for Defibrillate when he contests the Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate (1600m) at Hastings on Saturday. After...
Hastings focus for well-performed stablemates
Defibrillate and Tiptronic are progressing well toward Group One spring targets for trainers Graham Richardson and Rogan Norvall, who are also blessed with depth in...
Payne optimistic about Defibrillate in the Mornington Cup
Having been "thrashed" at Flemington behind Pondus last weekend, Patrick Payne is optimistic about Defibrillate's chances in Saturday's Mornington Cup.
Zed Em to commence Grand Annual campaign
Evergreen Kiwi jumper Zed Em will begin his Australian campaign towards the Grand Annual Steeplechase (5500m) at Warrnambool in May with a 2350m hit-out on...
Richardson delighted with Defibrillate
Matamata trainer Graham Richardson wasn’t expecting too much when he sat down to watch his pride and joy Defibrillate kick off his autumn campaign at...
Caulfield racing tips & quaddie picks | Blue Diamond Stakes Day
Caulfield Racecourse is scheduled to host a bumper nine-race card on Saturday afternoon and Horsebetting's Victorian form analyst presents his race-by-race preview, best bets and...
Richardson hoping to realise lifelong dream
Graham Richardson has four runners entered for Matamata on Saturday, but he’s keeping just as close an eye on an Australian race three days beforehand....
Melbourne Cup aspirations still intact for Defibrillate
A slashing run for second over 1700m at Flemington on Saturday convinced part-owner and former trainer Graham Richardson that talented stayer Defibrillate is well on...
Defibrillate a boost for locked down Kiwi owners
Matamata trainer Graham Richardson may not have any horses in New Zealand racing this weekend as a result of COVID-19 restrictions, but his colours will...
Richardson excited about new season prospects
With the onset of spring and summer racing just around the corner, you can hear the excitement in the voice of trainer Graham Richardson as...
Mornington Cup the next step for Defibrillate
The attraction of a ticket into the Caulfield Cup is the furthest thing from the mind of trainer Patrick Payne who will start Defibrillate in...
Payne has Defibrillate in peak order for Australian Cup
New Zealand-bred Defibrillate faces his sternest test as he tries to extend his winning sequence in the Group 1 Australian Cup (2000m) at Flemington. The...
Richardson chasing hometown feature with Bonny Lass
Matamata trainers Graham Richardson and Rogan Norvall head to their local meeting on Saturday with talented yet unassuming filly Bonny Lass in the Group 2...
Hermitage gunning for Derby redemption with Rocket Spade
For the second year running, Hermitage Thoroughbreds has a three-year-old with a huge chance to win the Group 1 Vodafone New Zealand Derby (2400m). Rocket...
Payne Mulls Over Cup Tilt For Defibrillate
Patrick Payne wanted to see Defibrillate win with more authority but he will still consider an Australian Cup berth for the winner of his past...
Caulfield race-by-race betting preview | Blue Diamond Stakes Day
HorseBetting's top punting experts bring you the full breakdown of every race - including our best racing tips, value bets, top odds and quaddie selections...
Cups targets for Defibrillate
Former Kiwi galloper Defibrillate has been keeping his New Zealand owners entertained over the last month, winning his last three starts in Melbourne, including a...
Payne Has Big Opinion Of Shocking Stayer
Patrick Payne has big plans for lightly raced former New Zealand stayer Defibrillate who he is aiming at the Adelaide Cup. He's in action at...
Hope Rides Shock Winner At Caulfield
22 year-old Tahlia Hope, whose career looked to be over due to a bout of viral meningitis, produced a masterful ride to win the biggest...