Harness Racing New Zealand has been made aware of reports that funding is facing a cut for next season. There’s been discussion and speculation today that the TAB will reduce funds for the 2022-23 season for all three codes. HRNZ is aware of some of the details that have been outlined and will be working over the weekend and the early part of next week to work out exactly what the proposals are and what implications they have for the sport. Until then no further comment will be made. Regards…
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Darwin racing tips & best value bets | Saturday, December 3
What Darwin Races Where Darwin Turf Club – Buntine Dr, Fannie Bay NT 0820 When Saturday, December 3, 2022 First Race 2:32pm ACST Visit Ladbrokes We head to the Top End this Saturday for six races at the Darwin Turf Club from 2:32pm ACST. These are our best bets for the day, with odds from the leading Australian bookmakers. Race 1 (2.32pm) – $20,475 TAB 0-70 Handicap (1300m) Siakam hasn’t really missed a beat in five starts since late July and could not have been more impressive last start when…
Hawkesbury best bets & quaddie tips | December 4, 2022
What Hawkesbury Races Where Hawkesbury Race Club – 1 Racecourse Rd, Clarendon NSW 2756 When Sunday, December 4, 2022 First Race 1:50pm AEDT Visit Ladbrokes Hawkesbury Race Club will host a competitive seven-race program this Sunday. The track is currently rated a Good 4, and with no rain on the forecast we expect to be in the Good range for the entire raceday. The rail will be in the true position for the entire circuit, while racing kicks off at 1:50pm AEDT. Best Bet at Hawkesbury – Monastery In the…
Sha Tin racing tips & quaddie picks | Sunday, December 4
What Sha Tin Races Where Sha Tin Racecourse – Tai Po Rd, Sha Tin District, Hong Kong When Sunday, December 4, 2022 First Race 1pm HKT Visit Ladbrokes The countdown for the Hong Kong International Races is now official on with this being the final Sha Tin card before we dive into the feature raceday on December 11. That’s not to mention the International Jockey Challenge set to unfold this Wednesday as the world’s best hoops converge on Happy Valley. Let’s not get too ahead of ourselves, however, as Sha…
Portelli Stable says Fireburn tracking well ahead of Autumn return
Brenton Avdulla salutes on Fireburn after his incredible ride resulted in a Golden Slipper triumph for Gary Portelli on March 19. The stable is confident their three-year-old can have a strong autumn next year. After showing some promising signs in her short spring preparation, Fireburn is ready to set next autumn alight. Gary Portelli’s stable believes the precocious three-year-old is fast maturing and she can notch up a sixth career win when she returns to action from March next year. “She’s having a nice spell now and hopefully she’s back…
Pierre Ng aims to snare HKIR success
Pierre Ng has 11 winners for the season so far. In the throes of a superb debut season, Pierre Ng hopes Marado can lay the foundations for a successful Hong Kong International Races (HKIR) campaign for the freshman stable on 11 December when the gelding contests the Class 4 Mody Handicap (1400m) at Sha Tin on Sunday (December 4). With 11 wins and 34 minor placings from 120 starters this term, 39-year-old Ng has made a bright start to his training career and is delighted to have secured starts for…
Kissinger out to continue successful run
Warrnambool galloper Kissinger (NZ) (Tavistock) is set to have his first shot at a stakes race when he makes the trip to Pakenham. The Lindsey Smith-trained galloper is set to line up in the Listed Pakenham Cup (2500m) on Saturday coming off victories in two of his past three starts. Kissinger scored at benchmark 70 level at Bendigo on October 2 while his most win came in benchmark 84 grade at Cranbourne on November 12. Between the victories at Bendigo and Cranbourne was a narrow second at Caulfield on the middle day of the Caulfield Cup Carnival when Port Phillip got the bob in…
Green Light On | Episode 89 – Silver Chief Heats plus Anthony Azzopardi
In this edition of Green Light On, James Van de Maat previews Saturday night’s Premier Racing at The Meadows, which is highlighted by eight heats of the Group 1 Sportsbet Silver Chief. James also catches up with leading trainer Anthony Azzopardi. greyhoundracingvic · Green Light On – Episode 89 – Silver Chief Heats and Anthony Azzopardi Don’t forget, you can listen to Green Light On every Thursday and Saturday on your favourite podcast app.
Vassilator set to make raceday return
Vassilator will make his raceday return at Pakenham on Saturday. Photo: Darryl Shearer Group One performer Vassilator is set to end a frustrating last few months for his connections when he makes his raceday return at Pakenham on Saturday. The New Zealand-bred seven-year-old has overcome an ulcer to an eye and a severe case of tying-up that had his new trainer Lisa Jones concerned for the horse’s welfare. After a break and showing positive signs on the track, Vassilator is ready to make his return to racing in the David…
Werribee Cup Day best bets & quaddie tips | December 4, 2022
What Werribee Cup Day 2022 Where Werribee Racing Club – 2-10 Bulban Rd, Werribee VIC 3030 When Sunday, December 4, 2022 First Race 12:45pm AEDT Visit Ladbrokes Werribee Racing Club is set to host a nine-race program for its Cup Day meeting on Sunday afternoon. HorseBetting’s Victorian racing expert has gone through the card and picked out his best bets for the day, which kicks off at 12:45pm AEDT. Werribee Cup Top Tip – Castlereagh Kid Having won the Group 2 Autumn Classic at Caulfield earlier in the year, it…