Trainer Maxim Van Lierde charged after Gentian Blue test
Trainer Maxim Van Lierde charged with prohibited substance breach and failure to record treatment after Gentian Blue tested positive for lignocaine.
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RV Stewards charge Jason Maskiell with serious riding offences
RV Stewards charge Jason Maskiell with serious offences under AR 129 after his ride aboard My Schieller Wood at Seymour, referred to the Victorian Racing...
Noah Brash receives decade-long ban by Victorian Racing Tribunal
The Victorian Racing Tribunal has banned Noah Brash for 10 years after he admitted to AR 236 betting breaches totaling $172,000.
Jarrod Robinson’s Zoffala faces positive drug test inquiry
Racing Victoria confirmed Zoffala’s positive test for Frusemide and NSAIDs at Ararat. Trainer Jarrod Robinson under investigation.
Melbourne Cup headlines historic 2024 Spring Racing Carnival
The 2024 Spring Racing Carnival drew nearly 600,000 fans, setting records with stellar performances like Knight’s Choice's Melbourne Cup triumph.
Racing Victoria confirms future of jumps racing with reforms
Racing Victoria confirms jumps racing’s future with new safety rules, operational changes, and the establishment of a Jumps Taskforce to oversee reforms.
Melbourne Racing Club finalises $195M Caulfield land deal
MRC secures $195M land sale to Mount Scopus College. Funds to clear debt and improve racecourse facilities, benefiting the broader community.
Patrick Payne’s Hard To Cross suspended for steroid breach
Hard To Cross, trained by Patrick Payne, receives a 12-month ban after testing positive for anabolic steroids post-race at Sandown.
Racing Victoria reports $11.8M deficit in 2024 annual results
Racing Victoria's FY24 Annual Report reveals a $11.8M deficit due to industry changes and wagering shifts, with strong efforts to balance costs and growth.
RV Investigation after Gentian Blue tests positive for Lignocaine
Gentian Blue, trained by Maxim Van Lierde, tested positive for lignocaine in a pre-race sample before finishing fourth in a BenchMark 78 at Caulfield.
Racing Victoria launches comprehensive 2024 Jumps Racing Review
Racing Victoria launches an in-depth 2024 Jumps Racing Review to assess safety, participation, and the sport’s future viability after a rise in fatal incidents.
Jockeys to face harsher punishments in Victorian Group 1 races
Racing Victoria will impose stricter penalties for riding offences in Group 1 races and high-stakes events, increasing bans for careless and improper riding.
Racing Victoria announces prizemoney structure for 2024-25 season
Racing Victoria has announced the prizemoney and programming structure for the 2024–25 Victorian racing season including a new home for the All-Star Mile.
Trainer Luke Oliver faces charges for prohibited substances
Racing Victoria Stewards have charged trainer Luke Oliver after prohibited substances were found in Hey Bella after his win at Cranbourne on April 12, 2024.
Aaron Morrison appointed as Racing Victoria CEO
The Board of Racing Victoria (RV) announced on Tuesday the appointment of Aaron Morrison as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with immediate effect.
Mildura meeting transferred to Horsham
Racing Victoria (RV) advised that the meeting scheduled at Mildura on Monday, August 26, has been transferred to Horsham.
Blake Shinn wins back-to-back Scobie Breasley Medals
Reigning Scobie Breasley Medal winner Blake Shinn has retained Victorian racing’s highest individual honour following a massive 2023/24 season.
Racing Victoria announces venue changes for August
Racing Victoria has transferred the August 11 meeting from Coleraine to Casterton and the August 15 meeting from Warrnambool to bet365 Terang due to conditions.
Victoria’s Saturday metro meetings to feature 10-Race Cards
Victoria's Saturday metro meetings will feature 10-race cards for eight months of the 2024-25 season, delivering increased revenue and opportunities.
Racing Vic investigates McDonald and Oliver for positive tests
Racing Victoria stewards are investigating irregularities in recent test samples from horses trained by Clinton McDonald and Luke Oliver.
Robert Hickmott faces substance violation charges in Haaland case
Horse trainer Robert Hickmott faces substance charges in relation to the racehorse Haaland. Learn more about the allegations and potential consequences.
Andrew Jones resigns as Racing Victoria CEO
Andrew Jones, the CEO of Racing Victoria (RV), has tendered his resignation, announced by Racing Victoria on Friday morning.
Early start confirmed for Newmarket Handicap Day at Flemington
Racing Victoria and the Victoria Racing Club have jointly announced adjustments to Saturday's Flemington meeting due to anticipated hot weather conditions.
Hot weather forces early Sandown start
Racing Victoria (RV) has announced adjustments to the race schedule for Wednesday's Sandown meeting due to anticipated hot weather conditions.
Gillon McLachlan set to lead Racing Victoria as new chairman
Gillon McLachlan, the former chief executive of the Australian Football League (AFL), is on the brink of assuming the role of chairman at Racing Victoria.