Taylor doing rain dance ahead of Belmont return

With rain of up to 20 millimeters forecast to hit Perth on Saturday, trainer Darren Taylor is hoping that the heavens open ahead of Belmont’s opening meeting of the year. The Middle Swan-based horseman prepares a boutique team of gallopers and will be represented by stable flagbearers She’s God To You and Puli, who have…

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Pope confident about return of the Jedi

Leading Pinjarra horseman Brett Pope will saddle-up five runners at today’s Pinjarra Park meeting, all of whom will be having their first starts back from a spell. After a crippling stable virus derailed the campaigns of several of his charges during the spring and summer, the Peel trainer is looking forward to starting fresh with…

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MAROCCHINO’S GOLDEN CAMPAIGN CONTINUES

Marocchino’s golden campaign reached its peak when the emerging Lou Luciani-trained stayer won his fourth straight race at Ascot on Saturday. After wins in the Albany Cup (2100m) and Diggers Cup (1800m), Marocchino claimed a runaway victory in the $100,000 Eurythmic Stakes (2150m). Marocchino never surrendered the lead after being sent forward by in form…

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FINAL CHILL TO EXTEND CAMPAIGN

Any plan of spelling Final Chill has been shelved by the gelding’s trainer. Kieran McDonagh is considering extending Final Chill’s campaign to include the $100,000 Eurythmic Stakes (2150m) at Ascot on Saturday. McDonagh thought about resting Final Chill after the Road To Jericho WA Qualifier (3100m) at Albany, but had a change of heart. “He…

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No Concerns Over Kay Cee Trial

WA Hall Of Fame trainer Neville Parnham hosed down any concerns over Kay Cee after the quality mare finished last in a Lark Hill trial on Monday. In her first official hit out since last year’s Ascot summer carnival, Kay Cee finished heat seven 10 lengths adrift of tearaway leader, We’ve Got Dreams. Ridden by…

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2021 LADIES OF RACING AWARD NOMINEES ANNOUNCED

The Ladies of Racing Awards celebrate the diverse role of women in the thoroughbred racing industry, with recognition awarded to individuals in the following categories: welfare, leadership, administration and dedication to thoroughbred racing. Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) is pleased to announce the following nominees for the 2021 Ladies of Racing Awards: Welfare Award…

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LADIES OF RACING EVENT POSTPONEMENT

In response to Government advice specific to COVID-19, Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) has made the decision to postpone the Ladies of Racing event that was planned for Friday, 30 April 2021. We remain committed to delivering the event and plan to reschedule pending further Government advice. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause,…

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