Morton’s Magic Millions

Dan Morton must be looking forward to the Magic Millions programme at Ascot on Saturday. He has been a major player on this day in recent years; particularly in the 2Y0 Classic series. He has won the past two editions of the race: Cadenza last year and Camporella in 2013. A record breaking third consecutive…

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Brocky’s Deal On Esperance Cup Trial

Fiona Scott will gain a clearer picture on whether Brocky’s Deal will contest the $70,000 Esperance Cup (2020m) after he tackles the OD Transport Handicap (2020m). The Esperance trainer is yet to be convinced the Balestrini gelding can run out the cup distance and requires strong confirmation when he steps out on Friday. Brocky’s Deal,…

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Bunbury Rallies Behind Jockeys

The local community is holding the inaugural National Jockeys Trust Raceday at Bunbury on Thursday 12 February, with 100% of funds raised going to the Jockeys Trust. All thanks to Bunbury horse trainer Rob Witten, and passionate local businessman Mike Fagan. Jockey Kate Witten’s ACL injury in February 2014, a result of a track fall…

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TRSA Announce Prize Increase

South Australia’s racing industry has received a huge boost, with Thoroughbred Racing SA (TRSA) announcing annual prizemoney increases totalling $3.84 million effective immediately. The increases, which the TRSA Board approved at its January meeting, apply at all levels across the State and represent the most significant prizemoney boost since 2009. Key highlights include: >  …

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Bowtell Wins Encouragement Award

Shelby Bowtell has won the Western Australian Racing Trainer’s Association’s Encouragement Award for March. Bowtell commenced her apprenticeship with Neville Parnham and has recently transferred to her father, John. Bowtell, last season’s Leading Country Rider, rode her first Perth Saturday winner on Inok at Ascot on February 7. She rated the veteran gelding, prepared by…

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Saxophonist Lands Maiden Win

Saxophonist opened his winning account for trainer Fred Kersley when he came from last in the Westspeed Plate (1200m) at Ascot yesterday.  The Saxon gelding stood his rivals a big start on turning the corner but railed along the fence for jockey Paul Harvey and edged out George ‘N’ Ernie by a half-head.  “It wasn’t…

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Sigley Is Red Hot

Vaughn Sigley’s amazing run of success continued at Ascot on Saturday when he prepared a race double including the Listed Cyril Flower Stakes (1200m) with resurgent galloper Black Heart Bart. Black Heart Bart was destined for the spelling paddock after taking out the Summer Scorcher (1000m) on New Year’s Day but returned to win the…

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