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By Wandering Eyes · Posted
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority announced the addition of three new members to its Anti-Doping and Medication Control Standing Committee: David Ingordo, David Sykes, and Jonathan Coyles.View the full article -
By Chief Stipe · Posted
MEDIA RELEASE | Single racing and training site on the cards for WTR waikatoracing.co.nz MEDIA RELEASE The Waikato Thoroughbred Racing (WTR)* Board is pleased to announce that members have today agreed to undertake further work towards securing a single fit-for-purpose site for racing and training in the Waikato. This announcement follows endorsement by WTR members at its AGM on Monday 18 November and is the result of extensive feasibility studies and independent assessments to identify a sustainable option that will meet the long-term needs of the racing industry. WTR Board Chair Bruce Harvey said a Greenfield site option was decided upon as this is the most financially viable option for a sustainable future. “A Greenfield site will not only centralise our operations but also future-proof the entire racing ecosystem in the Waikato region," he said. Mr Harvey said the options considered under the feasibility study included various combinations of racing and training locations, with the Greenfield site emerging as the most realistic and beneficial option. “The decision to pursue a Greenfield site was influenced by several factors, including the financial operation of the current sites, the challenges of training at Cambridge into the future due to new housing developments, and the need for a self-sustaining operation.” The Board identified several other factors that contributed to the decision to go for an entirely new site. These include: • bringing together the expertise and strength of the local racing fraternity into one centralised location • creates a fit-for-purpose venue designed for training and racing • provides a ‘super-hub’ for other horse-related activities and users • creating a modern functions and events centre as part of the development that can be used to generate additional income. The new Greenfield site is likely to be located within a triangle between Hamilton, Te Awamutu, and Cambridge and work will begin immediately to narrow down options that could potentially meet WTR needs. “The criteria for the Greenfield site includes having excellent access to major transport routes, flat land with good soil and a reliable water supply,” Mr Harvey said. WTR is running an open process to find the best opportunity for a Greenfield site and has engaged Bayleys to lead this process. A shortlist of possible options is expected to be considered in the first quarter of 2025. A due diligence process will be undertaken on the preferred site. As part of this process a formal business case will be prepared around de-risking the project and there is still significant work to be undertaken to be able to address the total project funding. This business case will be presented to members for consideration in October 2025. A new site would eventually replace the racing and training venues in Te Rapa, Cambridge and Waipa. ---- ENDS ---- Economic Impact: The racing industry in the Waikato region generates more than $505.3 million in value-added contribution to Gross Domestic Product, sustaining a total of 3,812 full-time equivalent jobs in the region. The new Greenfield development is expected to further enhance the economic benefits of racing to the Waikato. * The Waikato Thoroughbred Racing (WTR) is an amalgamation of the Waikato Racing Club, the Cambridge Jockey Club, and the Waipa Racing Club and happened in August 2023. Bruce Harvey, Chair & Andrew Castles, CEO after the unanimous vote from WTR members at the AGM. Other quotes Mayor Paula Southgate, Hamilton City “This venture could be wonderful for both our city and our region. Racing is a strong contributor to our local and national economy. Hamilton is also ready to welcome more visitors, with two new high-end hotels on the horizon and Jetstar’s recent announcement of flights from Australia to Hamilton. We look forward to working with Waikato Thoroughbred Racing as they explore development of an equestrian ‘super-hub.’ Centralising the expertise and strength of our regional racing fraternity can only mean good things for the competitiveness and sustainability of our local racing industry and we welcome the boost a new fit-for-purpose venue would give to our regional profile and economy.” Mayor Susan O’Regan, Waipa District “We are delighted to work with and support Waikato Thoroughbred Racing in this exciting strategic initiative which will not only help future-proof the local racing industry but will further strengthen connections across our Waikato region. We are immensely proud of our rich equestrian heritage in Waipā, and with more than $505 million generated by racing in the Waikato each year, the sport is a significant and valued cornerstone of our economy, employing thousands of people and bringing fun and entertainment to many thousands more. We welcome the new opportunities this venture will unlock both across our district and the wider region.” For further information: Publicly available information regarding the project is available on WTR’s website. -
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By Tragedy Beat · Posted
An outstanding interview (take note Trackside!). Could listen to Freedman for hours. Glad he brought up that they had a heap in their stable in their prime, but he is right - the big trainers are too big. And its wrong because no one can give 500 plus horses the correct attention. -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
Arqana's Autumn Sale attracted plenty of international interest on Monday with Australia's Best Bloodstock and American owner Mike Repole among the buyers of some of the day's more expensive horses in training. Heading down under is the day's leading light, the listed Prix Vulcain winner Newlook (Fr) (New Bay {GB}), who was sold for €480,000 from Carlos and Yann Lerner's stable to Jarred Magnabosco of Best Bloodstock. “I wasn't the only one bidding, he's attracted the attention of several Australian trainers,” said Magnabosco of lot 443. “He's been very impressive in recent wins, he hasn't raced much and can still improve a lot. In my opinion, he has the profile to succeed in Australia and be a contender for the Caufield Cup next year.” Included in the sale as a wildcard entry, the three-year-old gelding has won his last three starts for owner Ecurie des Charmes, all over a mile and a half, from just seven lifetime starts. He's a half-brother to three black-type performers including the G1 Prix de Diane runner-up La Parisienne (Fr) (Zarak {Fr}), who was also trained by the Lerners. Another of the wildcard entrants was the Andreas Wohler-trained Westminster Moon (Ire) (Sea The Moon {Ger}), who will have a shorter onward journey to make than Newlook as he is off to Ireland next to be trained by Tony Martin after being bought by Toby Jones of TJ Bloodstock for €260,000. Sold as lot 427 through Anna Sundstrom's Coulonces, Westminster Moon is returning home, having been bred in Ireland by Kenilworth House Stud, who sold him as a foal for 45,000gns. He was a loss maker as a pinhook for Glenvale Stud when sold as a yearling for £15,000 but the four-year-old has lived up to that early promise with placings this year in the G1 Grosser Dallmayr-Preis and three other group contests in Germany. “He will be trained by Tony Martin in Ireland with the aim of a mixed Flat and jumps career,” said Jones. “We liked a lot of things about him: he is very good looking, moves well and he has already shown great potential on the track.” The dual winner and listed-placed Elbaz (Fr) piqued the interest of Mike Repole, who was bidding online from the States and had the final bid of €210,000 for lot 452. The three-year-old Siyouni (Fr) colt was sold from the Aga Khan Studs and has gained listed back type in both his seasons of racing when trained by Francis. Graffard. The smartly-bred Elbaz is out of Elennga (Ire), an Exceed And Excel (Aus) half-sister to Classic winner Ervedya (Fr) (Siyouni {Fr}), who is in turn the dam of young Aga Khan Studs stallion and Group 2 winner Erevann (Fr) (Dubawi {Ire}). From a smaller session to the comparable day last year, 19 fewer horses were sold and the turnover dropped by 33% to €4,660,000. The clearance rate was only marginally down at 81% for 150 horses sold from the 186 offered at an average price of €31,067 (-24%). The median was €12,500, down from €18,000. With Flat yearling and horses-in-training sessions now complete, the mixed sale continues over the next two days with the focus on two-year-old stores and National Hunt yearlings. A National Hunt breeding stock session brings the sale to a close on Thursday. Action begins each day in Deauville at 11am. The post Newlook Heads From Arqana to Australia For €480,000 appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article
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