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By Chief Stipe · Posted
Melbourne Cup-winning trainer Michael Moroney dies www.racenet.com.au Australia's greatest jockey Damien Oliver has led the tributes for "gentle giant" Michael Moroney after the Melbourne Cup-winning trainer died in his sleep on Thursday morning. The popular horseman, a stalwart of Victorian and New Zealand racing, won the Cup with Brew in 2000. Moroney last year defied a battle with serious illness to make a training comeback. The prolific Group 1 winner was at Caulfield last Saturday to witness Coeur Volante win the Group 3 Mannerism Stakes. • Michael Moroney opens up about the three ‘bullets' he dodged Moroney's Ballymore Stables confirmed the sad news on Thursday. "Michael not only had a special knack with horses, but with people," Ballymore posted on Facebook. "He was loved and respected by his staff, his owners, his beloved partner Karen and his family. "He will be remembered for his kindness, his willingness to share his time, expertise and his passion for the sport of horse racing. "He was a wonderful father and very proud grandfather, a member of a tight-knit family and circle of friends. He was a much loved member of the racing community and an outstanding conditioner of horses with a host of Group 1 wins, premierships and well deserved awards." Michael Moroney celebrating Brew's Melbourne Cup win in 2000 with jockey Kerrin McEvoy and part-owner Paul Moroney. Picture: Colleen Petch Oliver, the 129-time Group 1 winner who retired in 2023, linked with Moroney for many big race successes and Group 1 triumphs. But it was the man himself rather than the trainer who Oliver will remember most fondly. "Mike was just such a lovely bloke, I would describe him as a gentle giant," Oliver said. "He was just such a terrific fellow. "We had a lot of success together, a lot of it was due to our connection with (owner) Rupert Legh. "Mike's forte was generally with the stayers although he could certainly train any type of horses. "We had a lot of success and good times together. "When Mike set a horse for a big race, he was really good at that sort of thing." Three-time Melbourne Cup winner Oliver had his last Melbourne Cup ride in 2023 and it was for Moroney. Alenquer finished 21st in Oliver's swan song Melbourne Cup ride. As recently as 2017, Oliver had ridden a Group 1 winner for Moroney when Tivaci scored the All Aged Stakes in Sydney. Oliver said his favourite elite wins for Moroney came on Sarrera, who won the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth Stakes and Group 1 Doomben Cup in 2008. "Sarrera was a good horse and so was Tivaci and they are a couple of horses that I won Group 1s on for Mike that come straight to mind," Oliver said. Damien Oliver with Michael Moroney at Randwick in 2008 when Sarrera won the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth Stakes. Hall of Fame trainer John Hawkes described Moroney as a "real gentleman". "I had a lot to do with him at Flemington, he was just a good bloke and a wonderful trainer. It's very sad," Hawkes said. Prominent breeder John Messara said his passing came as a shock. "I'm shattered. I've always found Mike to be a nice bloke, very easy to deal with, and he achieved so much as a trainer," Messara said. "I was only talking to him yesterday (Wednesday) as we have Plymouth running on Saturday. I couldn't believe it when I heard the news.'' Trainer Gai Waterhouse said Moroney was loved by everyone. "Adrian (Bott) and I send our condolences to the family of the late Mike Moroney who passed away today. A great man and a trainer loved by all,'' Waterhouse said. – more to come – with Ben Dorries and Ray Thomas -
By Chief Stipe · Posted
Yeah I know that's the case especially stayers. I was just making the point that if you wanted to scam the Stipes for the barrier cert then there were a number options. Ultimately thought that could bite you in the arse. I assume Ears Back will be having a good gallop Saturday morning and a dose of Regumate. -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
What Eagle Farm Races Where Eagle Farm Racecourse – 230 Lancaster Rd, Ascot QLD 4007 When Saturday, March 1, 2025 First Race 12:12pm AEST Visit Dabble Brisbane Racing Club will host a competitive 10-race card at Eagle Farm on Saturday afternoon, with the opening event scheduled to jump at 12:12pm AEST. The track was rated as a Soft 5 at the time of acceptances; however, with no rain forecast in the lead-up, expect a perfect Good 4 surface throughout the day. The rail will be in the +2.5m position for the entire circuit. Best Bet at Eagle Farm: Ouroboros Ouroboros will kick off his career under new trainer Matthew Hoysted when the four-year-old gelding returns from a 52-week spell. The son of Harry Angel was an impressive 4.75-length trial winner over 1050m at Deagon in readiness for this first-up start, where he showed superior speed throughout. If Ouroboros can return in the form that he raced in when finishing second in the Group 3 Vain Stakes, he will prove way too good for this lot. Best Bet Race 2 – #7 Ouroboros (2) 4yo Gelding | T: Matthew Hoysted | J: Boris Thornton (58.5kg) Next Best at Eagle Farm: Goodlucktome After claiming a strong Maiden victory at Canterbury two starts back, Ciaron Maher entered Goodlucktome in the Group 3 Eskimo Prince Stakes in his most recent run. Although he was a little out of his depth and sent around as a roughie with horse racing bookmakers, the son of Written Tycoon battled on gamely to finish fourth. This race is much weaker than what he contested in his previous run, and even though he has to give his rivals considerable weight, if Goodlucktome produces a similar performance, he will win. Next Best Race 4 – #1 Goodlucktome (2) 3yo Gelding | T: Ciaron Maher | J: Michael Rodd (60kg) Best Value at Eagle Farm: Toesonthenose Since changing trainers from John Sargent to Jack Bruce, Toesonthenose has been building up to a win in his two starts this preparation, with his last start third indicating that a victory is near. The son of Ocean Park settled at the back of the field at this track and trip before swinging out wide to run on strongly for third place. After drawing barrier four in this contest, the +900 on offer with PlayUp is a great price to see if Toesonthenose can go a couple better. Best Value Race 6 – #5 Toesonthenose (4) 6yo Gelding | T: Jack Bruce | J: Damien Thornton (59kg) Saturday’s quaddie tips for Eagle Farm races Eagle Farm quadrella selections Saturday, March 1, 2025 2-5-8-12 1-2-3-4 6-8-11 2-4-9-13 | Copy this bet straight to your betslip More horse racing tips View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
Michael Moroney. (Photo by Reg Ryan/Racing Photos) Ballymore Stables announced the passing of renowned trainer Michael Moroney, who passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday morning. Michael was a true stalwart of New Zealand and Victorian racing, not only known for his exceptional skills with horses but also for his warmth and ability to connect with people. Loved and respected by his staff, owners, beloved partner Karen, and his family, Michael will be remembered for his generosity of spirit, willingness to share his expertise, and his deep passion for the sport of horse racing. A devoted father and proud grandfather, Michael was part of a tight-knit family and circle of friends. His legacy in the racing community will endure, as he was not only an outstanding conditioner of horses but also a beloved figure within the industry, with an impressive list of Group 1 victories, premierships, and well-deserved accolades. Michael began his career as a teenager under the mentorship of Dave O’Sullivan before obtaining his training license for the 1981/82 season. His remarkable rise through the ranks was capped when he made the move to Australia in 1999, establishing stables at Morphettville. It was there that he made his mark, most notably with Brew, who triumphed in the 2000 Melbourne Cup, with Second Coming securing third place. Ballymore Stables, under Michael’s guidance, went on to produce a steady stream of exceptional gallopers. Recently, the stable’s latest star, Coeur Volante, claimed a four-length victory in the Mannerism Stakes at Caulfield. Moroney was present at the meeting, visibly thrilled to see the mare, owned by some of his most loyal clients, perform so well. The base of Ballymore Stables at Chicquita Lodge remains an iconic part of Melbourne’s racing history, as Michael’s blue, black, and red silks were seen in victory countless times in major races. Despite his passing, Ballymore Stables will continue normal racing operations under the expert guidance of Glen Thompson and Anthony Feroce. Horse racing news View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
What Alice Springs Races Where Pioneer Park Racecourse – Stuart Highway, Connellan, NT, 0870 When Saturday, March 1, 2025 First Race 10:34am ACST Visit Dabble The Alice Springs Turf Club will host its fifth meeting in as many weeks with 47 horses accepting for the six-event program on Saturday. With the Red Centre expecting 43C on Saturday, it will once again be an early start to the race meeting, with the first race jumping at 10:34am ACST. It will be a good dirt surface at Pioneer Park, and the rail will be in the true position. Best Bet at Alice Springs: Cavendish Cavendish will be aiming to make it three wins from three starts in the Red Centre. The three-year-old gelding decimated his rivals over 1400m as a $2 favourite with online bookmakers in February. Hitting the front at the 1100m in a maiden on February 8, the son of Capitalist was never headed before saluting by 3.8 lengths. Challenged for the lead in a Class 2 a fortnight ago, Cavendish was third before unwinding at the 500m to win by 4.3 lengths. Cavendish is clearly the one to beat in the penultimate event. Best Bet Race 5 – #1 Cavendish (2) 8yo Gelding | T: Dick Leech | J: Hannah Le Blanc (a2) (59kg) Next Best at Alice Springs: O’Tycoon Since arriving from NSW, O’Tycoon has made his way through the grades nicely and looks set to add a fifth win in the Red Centre. The son of Written Tycoon impressed in open company when he dominated over 1200m on January 18 before saluting on February 15 over 1100m. Should O’Tycoon settle on the speed like he has in his last two wins, he is once again capable of leaving the opposition in his wake. Next Best Race 4 – #2 Super Sharp (8) 5yo Gelding | T: Lisa Whittle | J: Sonja Logan (57.5kg) Best Value at Alice Springs: Bold Tropic Bold Tropic saluted first up this prep in December over 1200m at 0-58 level with a blistering final 500m after settling four deep at the back of the field. The son of Zoustar was then a solid second over 1200m in 0-64 grade and third over 1100m in the 0-58 ranks when once again caught four deep at the rear. Bold Tropic was just off the speed last start on February 8 over 1200m against 0-58 opposition before sealing victory. The seven-year-old gelding was an early $5.50 quote with horse racing betting sites. Best Value Race 3 – 2 Bold Tropic (7) 7yo Gelding | T: Greg Connor | J: Dakota Gillett (a1.5) (59.5kg) Saturday quaddie tips for Alice Springs Alice Springs quadrella selections Saturday, March 1, 2025 1-2-3-4-8 3-6-7 1-2 1-3-5-6 | Copy this bet straight to your betslip Horse racing tips View the full article
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