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15 commentsToday we have seen the only remaining truly independent racing industry publication "hang the bridle on the wall." The Informant has ceased to publish.
Why?
In my opinion the blame lies firmly at the feet of the NZRB. Over the next few days BOAY will be asking some very pertinent questions to those in charge.
For example:
How much is the NZRB funded Best Bets costing the industry? Does it make a profit? What is its circulation? 800? Or more? Does the Best Bets pay for its form feeds? Was The Informant given the same deal?
How much does the industry fund the NZ Racing Desk for its banal follow the corporate line journalism?
Why were the "manager's at the door" when Dennis Ryan was talking to Peter Early?
Where are the NZ TAB turnover figures?
The Informant may be gone for the moment but the industry must continue to ask the hard questions.
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By Special Agent · Posted
I could write a book on this subject. It is very frustrating. I have, however, been involved with some groups where we've given some different ideas a go. Not all of our actions were successful but, a lot was learned from our mistakes and some of the ideas were adapted and grown. One thing I have learned is that just throwing money at something is not a sure fire answer to most problems. -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
Saudi Arabia has been granted a number of Riyadh season race upgrades, including the country's first top-tier race on turf, with the $2 million Neom Turf Cup (G1T) being granted group 1 status ahead of its 2026 running on Saudi Cup (G1) day Feb. 14.View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
On the Nov. 24 episode of BloodHorse Monday: Scott Clarke discusses the legacy of his father, Harvey, ahead of Gosger's run in the Nov. 28 Clark Stakes (G2); Brian Hernandez Jr. discusses his return to riding after a September spill.View the full article -
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By Chief Stipe · Posted
$554,350. Won the Grp2 Annie Sarten Memorial. A gallant 3rd in the Grp1 Herbie Dyke. A tough second in the $1m Karaka Million 3yr old classic (galloped on and interferred with when Prowess lay out). Won the Uncle Remus Stakes. Raced against some very good 3yr olds of his year - Prowess, Legarto, Sharp N' Smart, Sacred Satono, Desert Lightning, Campionessa. You can also add horses like La Crique and Levante to those he beat. A shame he was hampered through his career by leg issues. -
By Special Agent · Posted
Various groups within the industry will say they are working together when the fact is in reality they are not. The backstabbing and egotistical attitudes are disheartening. If everyone was working towards making racing the best it can be they wouldn't be jealous of other participants and clubs, and wouldn't be trying to strip others of glory or funds. There is room for everybody. Poor riding is a definite turn off. Riders can't improve without practice and opportunity. NZTR have concepts in place to promote improved skills, like the elite riders programme. Some fall outs from it prove it needs tweaking. Personally I think the name of it alone lends itself to problems of attitude on two counts. I'm not sure that everything requires a label. -
By Special Agent · Posted
And how much did he win? I think they'd be in front, plus the immeasurable amount of fun. There are cheap ones and expensive ones at every sale that turn out decent racehorses, and flops. I think it's great it's not just a matter of spending the most to get the best. -
By Chief Stipe · Posted
No because I saw a room of closed minds. A hint for you is when you hear someone say one of the following: Oh we tried that in 1984 and it didn't work; or That's not how we do things around here; or No we don't need a maintenance budget or plan; and so on. Get the picture? Probably not. It becomes endemic and executive committee membership often becomes an entitlement for having been a long serving member rather than for you ability to do anything. -
By Chief Stipe · Posted
Which is what the entire industry should be working towards. The Holy Grail. it's what makes OZ racing so attractive to the punter. I'd add to that the need for the training of Jockeys to be stepped up. The majority of them need pace reading training. Although I have noticed that recently some of the newbies are taking the initiative. Hopefully more will follow their lead.
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