Highest Cup First Acceptances In A Decade
Although international numbers are down, racing officials are thrilled that there is the highest number of first acceptances for a Melbourne Cup in ten years.
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RV Cancels Country Race Meets Due To COVID
Victoria will host just two race meetings across the state on Melbourne Cup day after several others were abandoned due to the coronavirus pandemic.
English Derby Winner Top Weight For Cup
Handicaps have been released for the Melbourne Cup with English Derby winner Anthony Van Dyck given the distinction of being allocated top weight.
Depth and quality in Cups nominations
Racing Victoria officials are pleasantly surprised by the number of entries they have received for the Caulfield and Melbourne Cups.
Moonee Valley abandoned after five races
Jockeys and trainers agreed that the Moonee Valley meeting should be called off due to safety concerns after constant rain left surface water on the...
Seven Cranbourne stables in virus lockdown
Racing Victoria has moved quickly to lockdown multiple stables after a staff member for Cranbourne trainer Richard Laming tested positive to COVID-19.
Stricter protocols for Victorian racing
Racing Victoria officials will continue to monitor their biosecurity protocols as they strive to keep the industry buoyant through the coronavirus pandemic.
Prize money returns to pre-COVID-19 levels
Having been slashed because of uncertainty with the financial health of the racing industry, prize money returns to previous levels in the new season.
RV announces whip breach penalty guideline
Jockeys now have a penalty template to work with for any indiscretions on overuse of the whip in Victorian flat races.
Face masks compulsory on Vic race tracks
Face masks will be required for all people attending Victorian race meetings while jockeys will have the option of not wearing one during a race.
Oliver to ride on despite protocol breach
Stewards and medical experts have cleared leading Melbourne jockey Damien Oliver to ride at Flemington after a coronavirus protocol breach.
September dates set for Melham hearing
The Victorian Racing Tribunal has set aside three days to hear betting charges against jockey Ben Melham in the County Court.
New Lindsay Park team lands first winner
Tom Dabernig and Ben Hayes have landed a winner with their first runner following the departure of David Hayes from the training partnership.
Ballarat turf meeting moved to The Valley
Concerns over certain sections of the turf course at Ballarat have prompted officials to move an upcoming meeting to The Valley in Melbourne.
Racing continues in Vic despite lockdown
Despite the reintroduction of stage three lockdown in Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire, racing will continue in Victoria as it has done through COVID-19.
Aquanita horses face race disqualification
Several horses involved in the Aquanita 'top up' case face potential disqualification dating back years as Racing Victoria stewards write to managing owners.
VJA agree to template for whip penalties
Racing Victoria and the Victorian Jockeys' Association has come to terms on a template for penalties relating to the use of the whip.
Owners in Vic hotspots banned from tracks
Owners living in Victorian COVID-19 hotspots will be banned from attending race meetings throughout the state until the pandemic is back under control.
Minimum prize money restored for Vic races
Racing Victoria will restore minimum prize money levels from August and the majority of feature spring races will carry the same prize purses as 2019.
Vic COVID-19 spike troubles Valley chief
The spike in coronavirus numbers in Victoria is concerning for Moonee Valley chief executive Michael Browell and the club's Cox Plate planning.
Further tests planned for Harbour Views
After failing as favourite at Caulfield, Harbour Views is undergoing further test to rule out any respiratory issues.
Spring doubt on Australian-owned Curragh winners
Two horses owned by Lloyd Williams have won at the Irish Derby meeting but trainer Joseph O'Brien is not sure if they will figure during...
Racing Victoria amends COVID-19 protocols
Racing Victoria has announced to COVID-19 protocols, including a return to the previous minimum weight for day and night meetings.
Border closures may affect spring numbers
Racing Victoria will open up quarantine at Werribee racecourse for international competitors while there is doubt whether international staff will be allowed.
Coronavirus hiccup hits race club members
Racing Victoria CEO Giles Thompson is hoping patrons will still be allowed on-course next month, with the recent spike in coronavirus cases in the state.