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Cambridge trainer Darrel Lang is looking forward to heading to Te Rapa on Saturday where nine-win gelding Open Minded will make his New Zealand debut in the Group One Turf Bar Sprint (1200m). Bred by Tim Harrison, the now seven-year-old gelding was initially in the care of Darryl’s father Roger, for whom he won his sole trial in New Zealand before being sold to clients of Anthony Freedman. The son of Jimmy Choux went on to win nine and place in four of his 28 starts in Australia, including victory in the Listed John Dillon Stakes (1400m), before he returned to New Zealand at the end of last year and entered the care of Darrel Lang, who now shares in the ownership of the horse with Harrison. “He is a credit to Sam and Anthony, they have done a great job with him,” Lang said. “He hasn’t been over-raced and has been well looked after. “He came back and had a few minor structural issues, but his legs were all fine. We ironed them out with Baz Dowling (equine chiropractor), who is probably the best in the business, and Peter Neal (equine muscle therapist). They have both done an excellent job on this horse. “We ironed those problems out before we brought him back into work. He arrived back in New Zealand on the 27th of December. We gave him plenty of time and then brought him back in and brought him up slowly.” Lang continued his patient approach through his racing preparation, and he said that patience is starting to pay off as Open Minded nears his race day resumption. “He had a jumpout here (Cambridge) and then we took him to Matamata for another jumpout and Troy Harris (jockey) was good enough to ride him for us and give us a good line on him,” Lang said. “We gave him another jumpout before trialling him at Rotorua, which was a fair trial (third behind Babylon Berlin). “We found after that trial that he was jamming his tongue back a bit, so we put a tongue-tie on him and trialled him the other day and he went really well (to win his 1100m heat at Pukekohe). “Our vet, Steven Christopher, went over him and said he couldn’t believe it was the same horse that he looked at couple of months ago. The horse is thriving and is physically sound, and mind-wise he is very bright.” Lang said he is excited about resuming Open Minded this weekend, although he has plenty of respect for his opposition and just wants to see his charge put in a good run. “I am looking forward to Saturday, he is going to take a run with eight or nine months away from the races, but if we can get him back to 90 percent as good as he was, he is going to be quite competitive,” he said. “Looking at the field, Guy Lowry’s horse (Wewillrock) is a standout, Stephen Autridge’s mare (Caitlyns Wish) is racing well, and I always have time for Gospodin, he is a nice horse. This is a fitness run for him and to see where we are at.” All going well following Saturday, Lang said he would love to target Open Minded towards the Gr.2 Waikato Stud Foxbridge Plate (1200m) at Te Rapa next month, a race he has a close association with. “The Foxbridge Plate is a race I would really like to win,” he said. “I won it as a jockey and Dad won it as a jockey, and my grandfather has had luck in the race as well. “That is what we are aiming for with him. He has got to show good form in his second run to make sure he is coming back right and to get his points up a bit too.” Open Minded is set to carry 57.5kg on Saturday, a much lighter impost than his last couple of starts in Australia. “I am impressed with our handicapper,” Lang said. “He left Australia a rating 91 and he has given him a chance at a rating 87, so that is good for the horse. He is a big, strong, 520 kilo horse, so he has no problems carrying weight, but this will be the lightest weight he has had on his back for quite a while.” Lang is hoping Open Minded can perform this spring not only for himself, but his staff and co-owner Harrison, who he said has been a great supporter over the years. “It is something to look forward to because our stable is a trading stable, so it is nice to have an open-class horse in the stable I can play with,” Lang said. “He is a special horse to the stable and the people who ride work for me love him. He is an old gentleman. I am very thankful to Tim for giving me half of the horse. “Tim is such a special owner and deserves a lot of credit. He is a single operator, breeds a lot of horses, and has about six or seven horses here at the stables. He has shown me the greatest amount of support since mum and dad passed away and this horse was special to mum and dad, even when they sold him for Tim. “It would be quite special to even win a race with him.” View the full article

Talented and tenacious mare Town Cryer (NZ) (Tavistock) will be given every opportunity during her next preparation to break through at the highest level. The daughter of Tavistock is a multiple black-type winner and was spelled by trainer Roydon Bergerson following her gallant effort to finish runner-up in the Gr.1 New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders’ Stakes (1600m). “She’s been back in about five or six weeks now, she’s a really brave and tough mare,” Bergerson said. “She’ll go to the Hawke’s Bay carnival and the track should have the cut out of it, it could be a wet spring and that will suit her.” The first target on the wish list for Town Cryer is the Gr.1 Tarzino Trophy (1400m) with a return trip to Hastings planned for the Gr.1 Livamol Classic (2040m) and a yet to be determined outing between times. “We’ll keep her fresh and she’ll have her first quiet gallop next week and then two trials before she goes to the Tarzino,” Bergerson said. Town Cryer has seven victories to her credit, including the Gr.3 Taranaki Breeders’ Stakes (1400m), the Listed Anzac Mile (1600m) and the Listed Wairarapa Thoroughbred Breeders’ Stakes (1600m). The Awapuni trainer also has a southern feature in mind for Town Cryer’s stablemate Bradman (NZ) (Pins). “He’s going to the Winter Cup (Gr.3, 1600m) and hopefully Queen Of Spades as well, I’ll just see how she goes on Saturday,” Bergerson said. Bradman was a winner at Trentham two runs back before he ran second in the Listed AGC Training Stakes (1600m) at Wanganui while five-time winner Queen Of Spades (NZ) (Iffraaj) will be resuming in the Three Wise Birds Handicap (1200m) at Hastings. “Bradman’s had a good season and he’ll run in the Opunake Cup (Listed, 1400m) and then hopefully onto the Winter Cup,” Bergerson said. Meanwhile, Farravallo (NZ) (Belardo) has proven a strong addition to the stable and will aim for two wins on the bounce in the Livamol Classic On Sale Now Handicap (1200m). Previously prepared by Paul Richards, the three-year-old son of Belardo finished fifth in his first appearance for Bergerson before a front-running victory in an age group event on his return to Trentham last month. “He has trained on really well since he won and he should have been closer on the first day down there,” Bergerson said. “He got lost across the crossing and Lily (Sutherland) said he hesitated to take a couple of gaps. “He seems to be happier when he’s rolling along in front so that’s probably going to be his position on Saturday. The rail will be right out so it might suit the frontrunners.” Bergerson will also have representatives at his home meeting on Friday on the synthetic track and gave debutante Our Giulia (NZ) (Savabeel) an outside chance in The Pavemasters 1400. “She ran last in a trial, but she has worked really well since and on the poly with the blinkers on she could be a roughie,” he said. By Savabeel, the filly is a daughter of the Pins mare Karla Bruni (NZ) who won seven races, including the Winter Cup, from Bergerson’s stable. View the full article

What Kembla Grange Races Where Kembla Grange Racecourse – Princes Hwy, Kembla Grange NSW 2526 When Thursday, July 4, 2024 First Race 12:10pm AEST Visit Dabble NSW racing heads to Kembla Grange on Thursday for a competitive eight-part program that starts at 12:10pm AEST. The rail is out +8m between the 1100m marker and the winning post, while the remainder stays out +6m. The track is rated a Heavy 8 at the time of acceptances, and with more heavy rainfall on the way, punters can expect a bottomless surface for race-day. Best Bet at Kembla Grange: Zaragoza Zaragoza should relish the conditions on his first start for the Robert & Luke Price barn. The son of Street Boss had one win across his three starts for James Cummings, and that came at this course on rain-affected ground on January 3. His trials suggest he’s returning at peak fitness despite a 182-day spell, and with Chad Schofield likely to gain an economical run throughout, Zaragoza should prove too strong in the testing conditions. Best Bet Race 4 – #1 Zaragoza (5) 4yo Gelding | T: Robert & Luke Price | J: Chad Schofield (59.5kg) +190 with PlayUp Next Best at Kembla Grange: Carnegie Hill Carnegie Hill has caught the eye in two recent barrier trials and appears ready to strike on debut. The two-year-old proved too classy in his latest jump-out at Randwick on June 14, making every post a winner as he cleared out to score by 2.5 lengths. Punters should expect similar front-running tactics for race-day, and provided Chad Schofield can slide across to the rail from barrier eight, Carnegie Hill will prove hard to chase down. Next Best Race 2 – #2 Carnegie Hill (8) 2yo Colt | T: Michael Freedman | J: Chad Schofield (57kg) +800 with Bet365 Next Best Again at Kembla Grange: Sing A Love Song Sing A Love Song is building to a win fourth-up after a luckless effort on the Kensington circuit at Randwick on June 12. The son of Your Song made a late charge from the rear of the field and got within five lengths of Pure Alpha, suggesting a return to the provincials would be ideal. This appears a much easier assignment, and with Zac Lloyd set to take the reins for the first time, Sing A Love Song should get every chance to add a second career victory to the resume. Next Best Again Race 7 – #5 Sing A Love Song (10) 5yo Gelding | T: Sara Ryan | J: Zac Lloyd (56.5kg) +400 with Neds Thursday Kembla Grange quaddie – 4/7/2024 Kembla Grange quadrella selections Thursday, July 4, 2024 4-5-6-9-12 2-5-7 1-5-6-9-10 2-5-6-10-13 | Copy this bet straight to your betslip Horse racing tips View the full article

Town Cryer (inside) could be in for a lucrative spring campaign. Photo: Race Images Palmerston North Talented and tenacious mare Town Cryer will be given every opportunity during her next preparation to break through at the highest level. The daughter of Tavistock is a multiple black-type winner and was spelled by trainer Roydon Bergerson following her gallant effort to finish runner-up in the Group 1 New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders’ Stakes (1600m). “She’s been back in about five or six weeks now, she’s a really brave and tough mare,” Bergerson said. “She’ll go to the Hawke’s Bay carnival and the track should have the cut out of it, it could be a wet spring and that will suit her.” The first target on the wish list for Town Cryer is the Group 1 Tarzino Trophy (1400m) with a return trip to Hastings planned for the Group 1 Livamol Classic (2040m) and a yet to be determined outing between times. “We’ll keep her fresh and she’ll have her first quiet gallop next week and then two trials before she goes to the Tarzino,” Bergerson said. Town Cryer has seven victories to her credit, including the Group 3 Taranaki Breeders’ Stakes (1400m), the Listed Anzac Mile (1600m) and the Listed Wairarapa Thoroughbred Breeders’ Stakes (1600m). The Awapuni trainer also has a southern feature in mind for Town Cryer’s stablemate Bradman. “He’s going to the Winter Cup (Group 3, 1600m) and hopefully Queen Of Spades as well, I’ll just see how she goes on Saturday,” Bergerson said. Bradman was a winner at Trentham two runs back before he ran second in the Listed AGC Training Stakes (1600m) at Wanganui while five-time winner Queen Of Spades will be resuming at Hastings. “Bradman’s had a good season and he’ll run in the Opunake Cup (Listed, 1400m) and then hopefully onto the Winter Cup,” Bergerson said. Horse racing news View the full article

Sulabella and Kelly Myers winning at Arawa Park on Wednesday. Photo: Kenton Wright (Race Images) Sulabella made the journey down to Rotorua worthwhile for Michelle Bradley on Wednesday, producing a tough win. A five-year-old by Proisir, Sulabella has performed on all surfaces with three wins to her credit prior to her midweek triumph and was rated a +550 chance with horse racing bookmakers in a market headed by stakes winner Itza Charmdeel. Jumping from an outside barrier under Kelly Myers, the mare was prominent early sitting outside pacemaker Kahma Suitsya and the pair were never headed, eventually fighting out the finish with Sulabella prevailing by a short head. Bradley was pleased to see her mare back in form and appreciating a step-up in distance after finishing midfield over 1400m at Ruakaka last start. “I thought it was a pretty tough effort, I did have concerns about the track conditions even though she won on a heavy 10 at Pukekohe before. I think this was probably a bit more testing,” she said. “I said to Kelly that we had to be positive out of the gates and be right up there, I didn’t need her leading and she rode her perfectly sitting outside the leader, giving her every possible chance and she was tough to hang on. “She’s been there or thereabouts this preparation. She was probably looking for the mile at her last run on her home track (Ruakaka) and she’s run some nice races at Te Rapa so it was quite pleasing to get the win with her today.” Sulabella was bred by Cam and Eva Heron of Highline Thoroughbreds, who remained in the ownership after Bradley purchased her as a yearling at Karaka for $12,000. She has gone on to win four races and $87,590 in stakes. The mare was in winning form this time last season winning the 1400m progressive contest at the ITM/GIB Finals in July, a day Bradley remembers fondly after also claiming the stayers final with Bosch. “She (Sulabella) is well and truly beyond the 1400m now, we haven’t tried her at 2100m yet but I did say to the owners that I could see her getting the distance, it’s just when I decide to do that,” Bradley said. “We’ll have to sit down and decide what our options are going forward. “Bosch won the stayers final last year and he’ll be back again next weekend, and depending on the order of entry, No Plan Be will be starting there too.” Horse racing news View the full article

What Happy Valley Races Where Happy Valley Racecourse – Wong Nai Chung Rd, Happy Valley, Hong Kong When Thursday, July 4, 2024 First Race 6:40pm HKT (8:40pm AEST) Visit Dabble Hong Kong racing returns to the bright lights of Happy Valley Racecourse on Thursday evening, with an ultra-competitive nine-race program lined up. The rail is in the A position, and although there are some scattered showers forecast in the lead-up, it shouldn’t affect the Good 4 rating. The action is scheduled to get underway at 6:40pm local time. Best Bet at Happy Valley: Beauty Waves Beauty Waves brings a formidable record of three starts for two wins and a minor placing at this track and trip. His latest attempt was a narrow defeat at the hands of Midori Glory on May 22, with the four-year-old then picking up a jump-out victory on the Sha Tin all-weather circuit on June 25. This Class 2 is his toughest assignment to date, but with gate one giving Karis Teetan the option to lead or get the leader’s back, Beauty Waves should get every chance to continue his impressive preparation. Best Bet Race 2 – #6 Beauty Waves (2) 4yo Gelding | T: Pierre Ng | J: Karis Teetan (53.5kg) Bet with Bet365 Next Best at Happy Valley: Ma Comet Back-to-back runner-up performances should have Ma Comet ready to peak in this Class 4 contest. He looked the winner in his most recent effort at this course and distance on June 16, but Red Elegance came home with a withering burst to catch him in the shadows of the post. The four-year-old should gain the perfect stalking position from barrier three, and with a few less dangers to spoil the party, Ma Comet can finally break his Hong Kong maiden at the eighth time of asking. Next Best Race 3 – #2 Ma Comet (3) 4yo Gelding | T: Jamie Richards | J: Karis Teetan (61kg) Bet with Bet365 Best Value at Happy Valley: Racingrace After heading back to the trials to work on his barrier manners, Racingrace looks like terrific each-way value with online bookmakers. The gelding missed the start by some six lengths at Happy Valley on May 8, yet he showed a stunning turn of foot to get within 3.5 lengths of Ace Power. It seems he has done enough to satisfy the stewards, and coming third-up into this wide-open Class 4 race, Racingrace is worth forgiving. Best Value Race 4 – #5 Racingrace (4) 3yo Gelding | T: David Hall | J: Luke Ferraris (58.5kg) Bet with Bet365 Hong Kong quaddie tips – Thursday 4/7/2024 Happy Valley quadrella selections Thursday, July 4, 2024 1-2-3-6-12 1-2-3-5-6 2-3-4-6-7 1-2-3-4-10 Horse racing tips View the full article

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Top End trainer Garry Lefoe has incurred yet another suspension on the eve of the Darwin Cup Carnival, which starts on Saturday. Darwin trainer Garry Lefoe has received a six-month suspension following an incident at Fannie Bay last week. Lefoe was issued with a Domestic Violence Order after assaulting Victorian jockey Mark Pegus, who is also a trainer, at a bar on March 30 following a race meeting at Pioneer Park during the Alice Springs Cup Carnival. On June 25, Lefoe approached Pegus during track work at the Darwin Turf Club and verbally abused him. Thoroughbred Racing NT Stewards held an inquiry following a complaint lodged by Pegus against Lefoe, where they conducted interviews and viewed CCTV footage. Subsequently, Lefoe was found guilty on Monday and suspended for engaging in improper conduct. Stewards had no option but to ban Lefoe, a former jockey who started his training career in 2016, following his initial confrontation with Pegus and other misdemeanours in Alice Springs. Lefoe was outed after he was charged with two offences by NT Police on March 30 – the suspension was effective from April 9 pending the outcome of court proceedings. On April 4, Stewards interviewed Lefoe in Alice Springs in relation to the events on March 30 before he provided a urine sample. On May 8, an inquiry took place at the DTC, where Lefoe pleaded guilty after a banned substance – cannabis – was detected in his urine sample. Lefoe had his license suspended for three months but was informed of the restrictions of the suspension. Stewards would stay six weeks of the suspension on the condition that by June 20 he provided documentation that he had continued with counseling that he had commenced prior to the hearing. On May 16, Lefoe appeared in Darwin Local Court and pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated assault and one count of possessing a quantity of cocaine. A 12-month Community Correction Order was imposed with specific restrictions relating to the possession and consumption of alcohol and banned substances. On May 21, Stewards convened for an inquiry at the DTC in regards to the March 30 incidents in Alice Springs. Lefoe pleaded guilty to assaulting Pegus by punching him in the head on multiple occasions where first aid treatment was required. Lefoe had his license suspended for three months, but Stewards decided to suspend the penalty for 12 months on the condition that there were no further breaches under the Australian Rules of Racing. He was further advised that he was required to submit random alcohol and drug testing over the next 12 months at the direction of the Stewards. On Saturday, Lefoe returned from suspension and had just the one runner when Canton Kid, who set the 1200m track record (1.07.09) on Darwin Cup Day last August and is a Palmerston Sprint (1200m) contender, saluted over 1000m (0-76). He only has a small team, including Expert Witness, Rising Fire, Mighty Murt, and Darwin Cup aspirant Cormorant, but Lefoe was hoping to transfer his horses to rival stables by Wednesday. In June 2022, Lefoe was banned for 15 months after a series of positive drug tests on his horses. It is believed that he will appeal his current six-month suspension. Horse racing news View the full article

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The New Mexico Racing Commission held an emergency meeting July 2 in the wake of flooding that caused damage to Ruidoso Downs. Among plans discussed was moving Ruidoso's Thoroughbred racing to Albuquerque.View the full article

Romantic Warrior ridden by James McDonald wins the Cox Plate. (Photo by George Sal/Racing Photos) Hong Kong’s beloved racehorse Romantic Warrior is currently the choice for Racing Victoria’s talent scout, Paul Bloodworth, for the upcoming 2024 Cox Plate event in Melbourne. However, Bloodworth is approaching the situation cautiously as he awaits news of the geldings return to Australian soil. Following a meeting with trainer Danny Shum in Hong Kong and ongoing discussions since Romantic Warrior’s victory in the Group 1 Yasuda Kinen race in Japan, Bloodworth remains optimistic but vigilant about the horse’s future plans for 2024. Shum has hinted that a decision regarding Romantic Warrior’s racing schedule will be revealed soon, with both local and overseas competitions being considered. While there is an option for Warrior to compete in the 2000m Tenno Sho event in Japan, which coincides with the Cox Plate weekend, it appears unlikely that he will participate in that race. 2023 Cox Plate Race Replay – Romantic Warrior The six-year-old gelding has won nine Group 1 races locally and internationally, including the Hong Kong Cup, HK Gold Cup, QE2 Cup, and Cox Plate. Romantic Warrior is currently tied as the $5.50 bookmaker favourite with the Queen Elizabeth Stakes winner Pride Of Jenni. Horse racing news View the full article

Funds totaling an additional $66,588 have been allocated to the Thoroughbred Breed Improvement Program for 2024, according to a press release from the Alberta Thoroughbred Community Racing Association (ACTRA), the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS), and the Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association (HBPA). “This allocation of additional funds marks a significant commitment to the enhancement of the Alberta Thoroughbred industry,” said CTHS Alberta General Manager Jean Kruse. “We are confident that these investments will not only support the development of local breeding programs but also strengthen the competitiveness of Alberta-bred horses in the racing circuit.” The funds, available from Horse Racing Alberta, will be distributed as follows: $5,000 directed toward owners of horses of all ages foaled in Alberta which place in Community Stakes races, bringing the total funding for 2024 in this category to $25,000. $10,000 allocated to enhance Community Alberta-Bred Stakes purses, resulting in a total of $100,000 for these races. $51,588 split between Owners' Breeding Support and Breeders' Breeding Support, with each group receiving an additional $25,794. For more information, visit the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (Alberta Division) website at cthsalta.com. The post Additional 2024 Thoroughbred Breed Improvement Program Funds Allocated appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Vow And Declare ridden by John Allen wins the Herald Sun Zipping Classic at Caulfield Racecourse on November 26, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Racing Photos) Veteran stayer Vow And Declare is gearing up for another spring campaign after a hard-fought win in the Group 3 Tatts Cup at Eagle Farm in Australia. The eight-year-old triumphed in the race for the second time, marking a comeback five years after his earlier victory as a three-year-old in 2019. Despite securing a place in racing history with his Melbourne Cup win in the past, Vow And Declare won’t be aiming to repeat that feat in 2024. Matt Harrington, manager for trainer Danny O’Brien, mentioned that plans are underway for Vow And Declare’s races. Possible races lined up for Vow And Declare this spring include the Zipping Classic at Caulfield, which he conquered back in 2022. Harrington highlighted Vow And Declare’s recent win in the Tatts Cup as a testament to his enduring skill and talent. Vow And Declare set a track record with his win in the 2400-metre Tatt’s Cup, which underlined he still had a lot of fuel in the tank and added merit to the performance of Young Werther, according to Harrington Tattersalls Cup Race Replay – Vow And Declare His stablemate Young Werther also put up a show by finishing in the race. Harrington commended Young Werther’s effort, stating that he gave it his all and showed determination on the track. Vow And Declare is currently at $71 odds with the top Australian bookmakers for the Group 1 Caulfield Cup in October. Horse racing news View the full article

Today 3rd July in horse racing news history From the extensive Horse Betting news archives we present the all the thoroughbred racing action in Australian and overseas racing news in history. Delve in and enjoy our walk back in horse racing time. Horse Racing Tips 3 hours ago The Follow Files: Godolphin runner beaten after barrier mishap In this week’s Follow Files, we have found three runners from the Caulfield and Rosehill meetings last Saturday that are … Read More Horse Racing Tips 1 year ago Kensington racing tips & quaddie picks | July 5, 2023 Racing heads to the Kensington course at Royal Randwick on Wednesday afternoon for an ultra-competitive seven-race program … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 1 year ago Patterson hoping Secret Amour can cap ‘outstanding’ season Robbie Patterson is relying on Secret Amour to crown an outstanding season for his Taranaki stable in the Listed Opunake … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 1 year ago Stephen Marsh brings up 1000th winner The champagne was flowing in Cambridge on Saturday as local trainer Stephen Marsh celebrated his 1000th New Zealand win at … Read More Horse Racing Tips 1 year ago Wyong racing tips, value bets & quaddie | Tuesday, July 4 HorseBetting’s Nathan Keven shares his betting tips and free quaddie picks for the eight-race card at Wyong Race Club on … Read More Horse Racing Tips 1 year ago Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | July 3, 2023 Three horse racing meetings are scheduled around Australia today. See the top tips and quaddie selections for free here at … Read More Australia horse racing news 1 year ago Kerry Petrick, Paul Denton combine for Darwin double Kerry Petrick enjoyed the ideal lead-in to the Darwin Cup Carnival when Magnolia Rose and Throw At Da Stumps won … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 1 year ago Leedox breaks winless drought The Andrew Forsman-trained Leedox scored his first win in just over a year when triumphant at Ruakaka on Saturday afternoon … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 1 year ago Flower Of Wanaka claims Tauranga Classic Trainer Chrissy Bambry celebrated her recent engagement with a huge result at Hastings on Saturday when Flower Of Wanaka claimed … Read More Australia horse racing news 1 year ago Golden Path impresses with Flemington triumph Progressive three-year-old Golden Path ran out a dominant winner of the Silver Bowl Series Final (1600m) at Flemington on Saturday … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago Murrumbidgee Turf Club racing tips & quaddie | 4/2/2022 The Murrumbidgee Turf Club will play host to eight races on Monday afternoon, so HorseBetting’s New South Wales racing analyst … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 2 years ago Sharrock grabs winning treble at Hastings New Plymouth trainer Allan Sharrock made the most of a five-and-a-half-hour road trip to Hastings on Saturday when he secured … Read More Horse Racing Tips 2 years ago Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | July 3, 2022 Six horse racing meetings are scheduled around Australia today. See the top tips, best odds and quaddie selections for free … Read More Horse Racing Tips 3 years ago Warrnambool Racing tips, odds & quaddie selections | July 4, 2021 What Warrnambool Races Where Warrnambool Racing Club – 2-64 Grafton Rd, Warrnambool VIC 3280 When Sunday, July 4, 2021 First … Read More Hong Kong horse racing news 3 years ago Gear tweaks as Robot Warrior seeks a first win Karis Teetan is remaining hopeful that gear tweaks will help Robot Warrior (127lb) overcome a ‘crowding’ issue when he contests … Read More Hong Kong horse racing news 3 years ago Moreira lands fourth Hong Kong jockeys’ championship Joao Moreira will be crowned this season’s champion jockey in Hong Kong after a suspension to Zac Purton ruled the … Read More Australia horse racing news 3 years ago Today’s horse racing tips & best bets | July 3, 2021 Horse racing around the country sees 13 meetings being held around the country on this Saturday afternoon. Our racing analysts … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 3 years ago Granddaughter’s advice pays off at Wingatui Timaru trainer Leonard Stewart took a bit of convincing by his granddaughter, Lacy Stewart, to take Miss Harley Quinn south … Read More Australia horse racing news 3 years ago Odeon primed for Winter Final Trainers Mathew Ellerton and Simon Zahra are expecting another bold showing from their consistent galloper Odeon when he contests the … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 3 years ago Innes heads north to ride quality book Leith Innes is looking forward to heading north to Ruakaka on Saturday where he will have a handful of quality … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Apprentice Tayla Childs rides first winner Apprentice jockey Tayla Childs has achieved the thrill of riding her first winner in a heat of the Rising Stars … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago McDonald suspension term shaved on appeal Reigning champion jockey James McDonald has had a riding suspension reduced by the Racing NSW Appeal panel … Read More Horse Racing Tips 4 years ago Grafton Carnival racing tips & best bets – Sunday, 5 July 2020 It’s Day 1 of the Grafton Carnival this Sunday, with the South Grafton Cup the feature event on a seven-race … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Malibu Style out to bounce back in Sprint Eight-year-old gelding Malibu Style will be striving to win the Listed All-Victorian Sprint Series Final for the second straight year … Read More Horse Racing Tips 4 years ago Aquanita Stakes 2020 betting strategy & free tips The Listed Aquanita Stakes over 2000m is the first of the two three-year-old features at Belmont on Saturday, with this … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Bazooka on trial for spring assignments Trainer David Payne has a healthy opinion of two-year-old Bazooka and is keen to use some races over the winter … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Plein Ciel in form for Winter Championships Final Plein Ciel has performed well in two Winter Championship Series heats and trainer Danny O’Brien believes he is poised to … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago De Grawin defies science, chases hat-trick Lightly raced filly De Grawin will chase her third win in succession at Randwick, a venue that provided a career … Read More Horse Racing Tips 4 years ago Belmont Oaks 2020 betting tips, value bets & trifecta picks The Listed Belmont Oaks is the feature race on the card in Perth on Saturday afternoon. A field of 11 … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 4 years ago Changing of the guard at Rogerson stable The search is on for a new Team Rogerson stable star after the retirement of Ferrando, who will shortly begin … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Tony Gollan chases 50th Listed race win Talented filly Nicci’s Spirit can give premier trainer Tony Gollan his 50th Listed race win in the Tattersall’s Club Stakes … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 4 years ago Benner happy with promising duo Johno Benner has a bit of time for promising galloper Happy Star and the Otaki horseman, who trains in partnership … Read More Horse Racing Tips 4 years ago Randwick betting tips & quaddie picks – Saturday, 4 July 2020 Royal Randwick plays host to nine races on Saturday for the first time in a fortnight. Check out HorseBetting.com.au’s free … Read More Horse Racing Tips 4 years ago Eagle Farm racing tips & best bets – Saturday, 4 July 2020 Nine of the best head to Eagle Farm on Saturday for what will be the first Saturday without Group racing … Read More Australia horse racing news 4 years ago Distance right for Fiesta in Bright Shadow Fiesta has a chance to add to her impressive record in feature races when she tackles the Listed Bright Shadow … Read More Horse Racing Tips 4 years ago Flemington Finals Day betting tips – Saturday, 4 July 2020 It’s Finals Day at Flemington on Saturday with nine quality races on the card. The feature event is the Listed … Read More United Kingdom Horse Racing News 4 years ago Final field of 16 declared for Epsom Derby Sixteen three-year-olds will take their place in their place in the Epsom Derby with Frankie Dettori’s mount English King the … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 4 years ago Cole seeking more glory at Te Rapa Matamata horseman Cody Cole already has a win on the board since the resumption of racing and he is hoping … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 4 years ago Opie welcomes new challenge The training partnership of Keith and Gavin Opie will officially come to an end at the end of the month … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 4 years ago Vale Mark Buckley Mark Buckley was simply part of the Whanganui racecourse. The man who was known as Buckles died this week, ending … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Irish import Dabiyr wins at Sandown Lightly raced import Dabiyr has shown some of his staying potential with a city win at Sandown at his second … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Moroney with strong hand at Flemington Trainer Mike Moroney is set to have strong chances in three races on Flemington Finals Day including two runners in … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Heathcote has fun with mare’s offspring Stakes-winning mare Funtantes has produced a promising horse in Ziemba who is her first foal to race and carry on … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Baker hoping Rocks turns up diamonds Bjorn Baker will saddle up three horses at Randwick but only two of them will be from his stable … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Partridge new Brisbane Racing Club boss The Brisbane Racing Club has reverted to a chief executive with a racing background by appointing former ATC staffer Tony … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago American In Paris suited by 2500m: Wilde Trainer Symon Wilde is looking forward to getting three-year-old stayer American In Paris back up to 2500m in the Mahogany … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Rain to help Button runners at Rockhampton The forecast for rain has boosted Rockhampton trainer Tom Button’s chances to take out his local feature double with Peacock … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Meagher stable set for divine result In-form Divine Dice will meet a weaker than usual Doomben Open Handicap field with several regular rivals heading to the … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 5 years ago Comeback remains on track Talented four-year-old Comeback remains on track for a trio of black-type assignments this winter. The gelding’s winning streak of five … Read More Australia horse racing news, United Kingdom Horse Racing News 5 years ago Kerrin McEvoy to ride in Coral-Eclipse Kerrin McEvoy will ride the Sir Michael Stoute-trained Regal Reality against Enable in the Coral-Eclipse Stakes at Sandown … Read More Australia horse racing news 5 years ago Trainer fined for Methocarbamol positive Queensland trainer Peter Fleming has been fined $3000 for Text Book returning a positive swab to a pain killer administered … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 5 years ago Lindsays buy into Melbourne Cup hopeful Auckland Cup-placed Blue Breeze will race in the Cambridge Stud colours this spring as the stayer attempts to qualify for … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 5 years ago Stakes targets in-mind for Mighty Connor While on face value three-year-old gelding Mighty Connor didn’t have an overly successful three-year-old campaign, trainer Jacob McKay believes the … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Wilde weighing up options for Inn Keeper The weather forecast and track condition will play a role in whether Inn Keeper runs in the All Victorian Sprint … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Mott brings up century of wins for season Jamie Mott, who sits third in the Victorian jockeys’ premiership, has brought up a century of winners in a season … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Sam Weatherley to ride She Knows Apprentice Sam Weatherley will again take two kilograms off Danny Williams-trained She Knows’ weight at Randwick … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Corstens expects 1600m to suit Goldifox Co-trainer Troy Corstens believes the step up to 1600m will suit two-year-old Goldifox at Flemington when the filly runs in … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Skyray trying to improve on seconds Skyray will be trying to break his maiden at Canterbury with the two-year-old runner-up in three of his six starts … Read More Hong Kong horse racing news 6 years ago Clipperton hopes Valley can prove happy hunting ground for Rivet Jockey Sam Clipperton hopes that a change of environment can help Group 1 winner Rivet to a first Hong Kong … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Dettori to concentrate on Gosden stable Frankie Dettori has has announced he will no longer be the retained rider in Britain for Al Shaqab Racing … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Hang Man favoured to continue winning run Lightly raced Hang Man has been installed a short-priced favourite to make it three-straight wins when he heads to Sandown … Read More Market Movers 6 years ago Geelong market movers for Tuesday, July 3 VICTORIA’S key meeting this Tuesday is at Geelong as the synthetic track hosts a stacked nine race card. The team … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 6 years ago Super Saturday for Shinko King The progeny of deceased stallion Shinko King had a standout day on Saturday, with Megablast taking out the Listed Caloundra … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 6 years ago Well-performed stayer to get another chance on better tracks Sacred Master’s next preparation will decide the future of the Group winner. The six-year-old failed to flatter in four appearances … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 6 years ago Southern mare in mix for Tarzino star Further success this month may send Fairlight on a Group 1 path to Hawke’s Bay. A northern trip is very … Read More Australia horse racing news 6 years ago Harry Angel recovering from Ascot injury Harry Angel could yet defend his crown in the July Cup at Newmarket after making a swift recovery from the … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 6 years ago Dairy farmer seeks Australian spoils The former Stephen Marsh-trained duo Pierrocity and I Am Queen have joined Trent Busuttin and Natalie Young’s Cranbourne stable in … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Yendall taken to hospital after fall Jockey Dean Yendall has been taken to hospital for assessment after a fall at Mildura … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Amovatio entered for another Winter Final Amovatio, winner of the 2015 Listed Winter Championship Series Final, is one of 23 nominations for this year’s race and … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Lord Of The Sky wins Cranbourne trial The Robbie Laing-trained Lord Of The Sky has won a barrier trial at Cranbourne ahead of his return to racing … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Le Romain ready to trial and scale Everest Connections of Le Romain and Global Glamour believe both are worthy candidates for the $10 million Everest … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Whoomph to run in Taj Rossi Series Final Whoomph will be given his chance at Listed level at Flemington against Royal Symphony who beat him last time they … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Bayliss closing in on return to the saddle Young jockey Regan Bayliss has received a positive report about his recovery from a broken wrist and will return to … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Lipizzan to enhance her record at home Gary Portelli is looking to Lipizzan and Nicci’s Gold to add to his two-year-old record in a season highlighted by … Read More Horse Racing News, New Zealand horse racing news 7 years ago Sensible approach and patience getting royal results for Princess PATIENT handling is bringing out the best in the late developer Sensible Princess. The rising five-year-old has only been to … Read More Horse Racing News, New Zealand horse racing news 7 years ago Stolen Dance looking for Group 1 breakthrough at new stable QUALITY mare Stolen Dance will be chasing an elusive Group One victory from new quarters when she embarks on what … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Rekindling wins in Ireland for Williams Lloyd Williams has celebrated a victory with Rekindling in the Curragh Cup with trainer Joseph O’Brien to look at the … Read More Australia horse racing news, Horse Racing Tips 7 years ago Gold Coast midweek racing with form, odds and free tips, July 5 PUNTERS have been loving the quality midweek fields in Queensland during the Brisbane winter carnival and Gold Coast hosts another … Read More Horse Racing News 7 years ago Injury forces Wings Of Eagles retirement Wings Of Eagles, the surprise winner of the Epsom Derby, has been retired after suffering a career-ending injury at the … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Flower and Ryan looking to US for yearling Trainer Gerald Ryan and owner Damion Flower are hoping to find a potential stallion at a prestigious United States sale … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Australian-bred wins Durban July Lonhro has sired his eighth Group One winner with The Conglomerate taking out South Africa’s premier race, the Durban July … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Winter Final the preference for Iggimacool Trainer Robert Smerdon is set to have chances in a number of the races at Flemington, including last-start winners Iggimacool … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Ball Of Muscle to target Moir Stakes Joe Pride will prepare last year’s runner-up Ball Of Muscle for a first-up tilt at the Moir Stakes at Moonee … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Hawkbill wins Eclipse Stakes for Godolphin Godolphin colt Hawkbill has upset The Gurkha to win the Group One Eclipse Stakes at Sandown … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Doubts about whether Maurus can stay Doubts have arisen about the staying ability of Maurus after his suprise defeat as odd-on favourite in the Caloundra Cup … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Thames Court Brideoake’s best spring hope Trainer David Brideoake is hoping Thames Court can make her mark in some mares’ races during the spring after the … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Innocent taking Bennett to another level Greg Bennett is still formulating Group One plans for Clearly Innocent in the hope he can measure up to a … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Dittman makes great start to senior ranks Luke Dittman has made a winning start to his career as a senior rider and is lookking to keep the … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Hawkbill wins Eclipse Stakes for Godolphin Godolphin colt Hawkbill has upset The Gurkha to win the Group One Eclipse Stakes at Sandown … Read More Horse Racing News 8 years ago Chinese billionaire making waves in Australian racing CHINESE billionaire Yuesheng Zhang is a future name of Australian racing after the passionate owner scored with Yu Long Sheng … Read More View the full article

Kentucky Derby (G1)-winning trainer Kenny McPeek was celebrated July 2 for his many achievements in the Thoroughbred industry. Lexington mayor Linda Gorton proclaimed it Kenny McPeek Day in the city.View the full article

According to reports, Kentucky Derby (G1) fifth-place finisher T O Password will miss the remainder of the 2024 season after suffering fractures to his front legs in Japan.View the full article

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Kentucky Derby-winning trainer Kenny McPeek was celebrated July 2 for his many achievements in the Thoroughbred industry. Lexington mayor Linda Gorton proclaimed it Kenny McPeek Day in the city.View the full article

Fasig-Tipton Digital has been hitting the mark with flash sales as of late. While the auction house is selective when it comes to picking out the right kind of horse to offer in these exclusive auctions, the two flash sales that they've conducted so far this year have been shining success stories for the sellers and for Fasig-Tipton. Mensa, the first 2-year-old winner for his freshman sire Complexity, set a record as the most expensive offering to sell on Fasig-Tipton Digital when he was purchased by John Stewart's Resolute Bloodstock for $740,000 on April 29. Last week, Cloudy Dancer (GB)(Invincible Spirit {Ire}) became the subject of a second flash sale after her son Shareholder (Not This Time) won the G2 Norfolk Stakes at the Royal Ascot meeting. The 8-year-old mare sold on Friday, June 28 for $430,000 to David Hutson. The TDN is in the process of launching a new weekly podcast, The Racing Business Hour. Hosted by Bill Finley and Katie Petrunyak, the show will focus on news in racing that has a direct impact on businesses within the industry. As part of our pilot episode, we brought in Fasig-Tipton's Director of Digital Sales Leif Aaron to discuss the growth of flash sales within the digital sales arena. TDN: What was the process like of getting in touch with the Cloudy Dancer's owner, Skyfall Thoroughbreds LLC, and then getting the ball rolling to conduct a flash sale? LA: Well Grant [Williamson] and Boyd [Browning] had gotten in touch with the owner about the possibility of doing a flash sale. I was actually on vacation with my family. They called me and said they were wanting to do this and asked me what I thought. I thought it was a great opportunity to show what our digital website is capable of to capitalize on an update. I was thrilled to have her on there and it ended up being very successful. TDN: Bidding opened up on Cloudy Dancer just five days after Shareholder's Norfolk win. Was that a tight turnaround to get everything in motion? LA: For a one-horse sale, it's not a tight turnaround. It is tough in a normal digital situation because we only give ourselves about a week to turn around a catalog. We will have 100 to 150 head in a catalog and we only have a week to turn that around. That is a ton of work as far as collecting paperwork, getting good pictures and video, getting all the vetting done and all of that, so when you take that and you turn it into one horse, it seems very easy compared to what it's like to do a monthly digital auction. TDN: Cloudy Dancer drew 2,432 views over the four days of bidding. That's a huge number, but how do you ensure that you're getting the right people and the right type of buyers visiting the website and checking out her page? LA: I think the best part for me about Digital is that it's still Fasig-Tipton, the oldest auction house in North America. So there's a huge emailing list we have and we use the TDN to get the word out. Getting this in front of the people that we think need to have it is easy, but when you take a guy like Mr. Hutson who hasn't been as active as he had been in the past, none of us would have expected him to be the purchaser of the horse. So that's kind of the beauty of digital is that it's bringing in a whole new segment of the market that we're not expecting. We have our expectations of the buyers that will come to the sales, but when you go digital, we've had a whole other group of people come in that have never done business with Fasig-Tipton. So it's exciting to see growth in the auction business in general, which is great for everyone. TDN: We've all grown so accustomed to the digital sales arena, but it was only a little over two years ago that you launched Fasig-Tipton Digital. What have you learned and how has the platform evolved since you first started? LA: We have taken baby steps and learned the best way to set the catalogs up with what is going to sell during certain times of the year. We've gotten to the point now where we know it's hard to sell a broodmare or broodmare prospect in June if she doesn't have an update. In general, mindframes are starting to move towards racehorses. I would have told you in the beginning that I think young stock–weanlings and yearlings–would never be able to be sold online. They would always be in person. But now we're seeing a boom of those kinds of horses being sold online. It has evolved at a very rapid pace. I mean, exponential growth. We've already sold more horses this year than we did last year. When we first started doing it, it was about how often can we have a sale with a critical mass of horses? Now we don't have a choice. If we don't have a sale, people are saying, 'Why aren't you having a sale this month?' Which is a blessing for us, there's no doubt about that. The whole point in doing this all along was to offer our clients another avenue to sell horses and to make it more liquid. I think from the sellers to the buyers to us, it has been beneficial for everyone involved and I think that's why it is working so well. We have the highest average in digital sales in the world. We also have the highest clearance rate. I think the thing I'm most proud of this year is that we've boasted a 90% clearance rate and we've sold over 500 head of horses. There is just not another segment of the market that is as strong as that. I think when you do things that are of benefit to your client, that's why it works. This was put out here for them to use and they have. We're very appreciative of that and I think the clients are too. I have a lot of people that are returning customers. TDN: So now you have monthly digital sales, flash sales, and of course the “old school” in-person sales. If you're approaching an owner about potentially selling through Fasig-Tipton, under what circumstances are you going to recommend a flash sale, a monthly digital sale, or waiting until the next in-person sale comes around? LA: So I'll say this: flash sales are extremely difficult. It's very difficult to get a huge update no matter who you are. To get that horse winning the Norfolk like he did, to look like he could possibly be one of the best 2-year-olds in Europe, that's hard to get. It's even harder to find an owner that is realistic about what the value of the horse may be. So we've been approached quite a few times about different flash sales where owners had astronomical expectations, but that's the one thing for me that's so important is if you do a flash sale, it has to work. That's a lot of pressure, but if we put up flash sales and they RNA every time, no one is going to return to that. So for us, it's getting that recipe right of a huge update, a realistic owner and a buying base that is willing to participate. That's why we have so few of them is because all of those buttons have to be pressed in order for us to take that task on and that's why the ones we've had have been so successful. When it comes to deciding between a flash sale and a monthly sale, you know when you have a flash sale horse. It's a huge update and it doesn't come around that often. With the monthly digital sales, it depends on the time of year. Right now, I would say you want any racehorse you can put online. With our July Selected Horses of Racing Age Sale coming up, a lot of people feel more comfortable selling in that arena and that's great. I'm glad that Fasig-Tipton has options for people to choose from going in person to going digital. 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The Kentucky Equine Education Project (KEEP) Foundation and the Race for Education are awarding $58,000 in scholarships for 2024. Recipients of the scholarships were selected based on academic excellence, community involvement, and financial need. The 2024 KEEP Foundation/Race for Education Scholarship Recipients are: Evelyn Bolton, Brant Brower, Catherine Brown, Kara Chief Stipelas, Alysa Farrell, Gabriella Ferraz, Gracie Lynch, Eli Morris, Lauren Mullikin, Thomas Mullikin, Emma Mulvihill, Ella O'Brien, Charlotte Odom, Kaitlyn Praisler, Cheryl Redden, Julissa Sepulveda, Nadia Shurley, Samantha Versocki, Emma Wade, and Logan West. “We are proud to support these bright and dedicated students as they pursue their dreams,” said KEEP's Brittany Bell. “Education is a powerful tool for change and, through these scholarships, we hope to make a lasting impact on the lives of our recipients, their communities and the future of the equine industry.” In addition to the 20 KEEP Foundation/Race for Education Scholarship recipients, the Race for Education also awarded its annual Robert J. Frankel Scholarship to four students: Nathalie Amezcua, Christine Hernandez Parreno, Nicole Luna Avalos, and Anitza Parrilla. The Robert J. Frankel Scholarship is available to a student attending a college or university in California or New York state, pursuing any field of study, whose family is employed in the Thoroughbred industry. “Our partnership with the KEEP Foundation has allowed us to extend our reach and support to even more students,” said Elisabeth Jensen, Executive Director of The Race for Education. “We are grateful for the continued support of our industry which includes: the Alex G. Campbell Foundation, the Gary Broad Foundation, the Mary K. Oxley Foundation, Thoroughbred Charities of America, Frankel Family Foundation, Mt. Brilliant Family Foundation and others. We are especially honored and thankful for the recent $500,000 bequeath from the Robert Reeves Estate, which will allow us to continue to provide scholarship opportunities to the equine industry.” The post KEEP, Race for Education Award $58k in Scholarships appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Noches de Polo, an evening of polo, music, and asado, will be held July 12 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Commonwealth Polo Club on Bethlehem Road in Paris, Kentucky with proceeds benefitting the Wasabi Aftercare Fund. Admission is $20 per carload, while asado is $40 per person. Outside of the asado, it is a bring your own food and beverage event with polo played under the lights. “When you attend this event, not only do you get to enjoy an evening of polo, you also are supporting Thoroughbred aftercare,” said Wasabi's Michele Kuegler. “For all our horses do for us, the least we can do is provide them with a safe and secure retirement.” For more information and for tickets, click here. The post Noches de Polo to Benefit Wasabi Aftercare Fund appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article

Last Saturday, the penultimate day of the Queensland Racing Carnival took centre stage at Eagle Farm, while Caulfield and Rosehill held strong support cards. From the Caulfield and Rosehill meetings, we have found three runners that are worth following at their next start. You can put these horses into your blackbook with your chosen bookmaker and receive notifications before they run again. Caulfield Track rating: Soft 7 Rail position: +12m entire circuit Race 8: 3YO Handicap (1000m) | Time: 0:58.03 Horse to follow: Fleetwood (3rd) The race that caused the most controversy was the eighth event at Caulfield, as the heavily-backed favourite, Fleetwood, missed the jump by five lengths. The James Cummings-trained galloper was ridden up for most of the 1000m contest, but given the slow tempo and margin he gave the leaders, he never played a role in the race. Post-race, the vision of the barriers showed that a barrier attendant may have held onto the son of Encryption a little too long and therefore could have cost him a fair start. However, the stewards saw it differently and declared him a starter, a decision that outraged punters across the country. When to bet: Even with the unfortunate circumstances, Fleetwood ran home strongly and finished third, so wherever he goes next, he will have plenty of supporters. Rosehill Track rating: Heavy 8 Rail position: True entire circuit Race 9: Benchmark 88 Handicap (1500m) | Time: 1:32.45 Horse to follow: Aramco (5th) After racing under the care of Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr for his first eight starts, Aramco was transferred to the Chris Waller stable, and he produced an encouraging performance over 1500m first-up. The son of Sea The Moon has good form over 2000m from his last preparation, so 1500m was always going to be short of his best, but connections would have been impressed with their geldings last 200m, as he ran through the line strongly. Although the five-year-old gelding was running on Heavy ground for the first time, he lengthened nicely in the concluding stages to finish fifth, beaten just over a length by Highlights. When to bet: A rise in trip second-up looks to be the ideal plan, and with an 1800m race in the same grade scheduled for Randwick on July 13, Aramco will go around as a top chance. Race 10: Benchmark 78 Handicap (1800m) | Time: 1:52.35 Horse to follow: Don Diego De Vega (2nd) Don Diego De Vega made his Australian debut last Saturday at Rosehill for the Annabel Neasham stable, and he was very good behind another European import, Bear On The Loose, who was heavily backed and saluted as an impressive winner. The son of Lope De Vega has solid form over 2000m-plus in Europe, and he was coming off two trials over 1050m and 1200m in readiness for the 1800m event last weekend. This four-year-old gelding only had five starts before making his way to Australia, and after his second-place finish first-up, he will only improve the further he rises in distance throughout this preparation. When to bet: If Neasham and her team can find a race over 2000m for Don Diego De Vega second-up in a similar grade, he will prove very hard to beat. Top horse racing sites for blackbook features Horse racing tips View the full article

Seventeen horses have been supplemented to the upcoming Fasig-Tipton July Selected Horses of Racing Age sale. The newest entries are catalogued as hips 501-517 and include: Lake Abanakee (Central Banker) (hip 503), a 3-year-old New York-bred filly who is undefeated in two starts this year and who is consigned by Elite, agent. Tigerish (Tiz the Law) (hip 509), a first-out winner at Horseshoe Indianapolis and a half-sister to Grade I winner Avenge (War Front), graded stakes winner Liguria (War Front), and multiple stakes winner and stakes producer Lira (Giant's Casueway). The 2-year-old filly is consigned by Hunter Valley Farm, agent. Just a Care (Ire) (Australia {GB}) (hip 517), a stakes-placed 4-year-old filly from the family of leading European first-crop sire Sergei Prokofiev. She is consigned by St George Sales, agent. The July Selected Horses of Racing Age Sale will be held next Monday beginning at 3 p.m. Fasig-Tipton will conduct its July Sale of Selected Yearlings the following day beginning at 10 a.m. Online bidding and phone bidding will be available for all sales. The post 17 Added to Fasig-Tipton July Horses of Racing Age Sale appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article