An ounce of good fortune would have had Val Di Zoldo winning last year’s Gr.2 Travis Stakes (2000m), and the mare will be back to make amends on that result at Te Rapa on Saturday. A five-year-old by War Decree, Val Di Zoldo has competed in stakes company on a regular basis since she was a juvenile, and while she won the Gr.2 Lowland Stakes (2100m) at three, the hope of adding to that in the Travis last year was dashed when Wiremu Pinn’s iron detached from his saddle. She…
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Rich Hill sets fees for Group One line-up
Rich Hill Stud’s Group One stallion roster has enjoyed another stellar year and the farm’s 2025 service fees will reflect that success while also being mindful of the uncertain economic times. Champion sire Proisir will stand at $70,000 + GST, Satono Aladdin at $45,000 + GST, Ace High will be offered at $15,000 + GST and Shocking at $10,000 + GST. “Breeders who have supported Rich Hill stallions over recent seasons have reaped substantial rewards,” Rich Hill Managing Director John Thompson said. “Our 2025 service fees directly reflect this ongoing…
Harlech back on level playing field in Riccarton feature
Evergreen eight-year-old Harlech will be back on even terms with his counterparts in a bid to go one better in this year’s Gr.3 Coca Cola Canterbury Gold Cup (2000m) at Riccarton Park. A multiple Group One performer through his career, Harlech has found his form of old in recent seasons residing in Christchurch, winning last year’s Easter Cup (1600m) and the Listed Hazlett Stakes (1400m) at Wingatui in February. He came within a half-neck of adding the Canterbury Gold Cup to the mantelpiece in last year’s attempt, and after carrying…
Moonee Valley track healthy but rain looms before return
The Instructor ridden by Jett Stanley wins at Moonee Valley on March 22. (Photo by George Sal/Racing Photos) Track staff at Moonee Valley have been working hard to restore the turf following the discovery of multiple diseases after last month’s William Reid Stakes meeting — but concerns remain ahead of the venue’s return to racing this Saturday due to an uncertain weather forecast. The Bureau of Meteorology has predicted between 3mm and 25mm of rain on Friday, leaving officials nervously watching the skies. “If we get up to 7mm I’ll…
Randwick-Kensington free racing preview & tips | April 25, 2025
What Kensington Races Where Royal Randwick Racecourse – Alison Rd, Randwick NSW 2031 When Friday, April 25, 2025 First Race 12:45pm AEST Visit Dabble The annual Anzac Day meeting returns to Royal Randwick on Saturday afternoon, with a competitive eight-part program lined up on the Kensington circuit. The rail is in the true position the entire circuit, and with the track rated a Soft 6 at the time of acceptances and more rainfall forecast in the lead-up, punters can expect that rating to hold true for race-day. The opening event…
Flemington ANZAC Day races preview & best bets | April 25, 2025
What Flemington ANZAC Day Races 2025 Where Flemington Racecourse – Melbourne, Victoria When Friday, April 25, 2025 First Race 1pm AEST Visit Dabble The traditional ANZAC Day meeting at Flemington awaits punters on Friday afternoon, with a competitive eight-race meeting set down for decision. The Listed VRC St Leger (2800m) and Listed ANZAC Day Stakes (1400m) headline proceedings on a day where up to 25mm of rain is forecast, meaning the Good 4 track rating is likely to be downgraded to Soft. The rail will stick to its true position,…
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Thursday’s free horse racing tips & best bets | April 24, 2025
There are five horse racing meetings set for Australia on Thursday, April 24. Our racing analysts here at horsebetting.com.au have found you the best bets and the quaddie numbers for Tamworth. Thursday’s Free Horse Racing Tips – April 24, 2025 Tamworth Racing Tips As always, there are plenty of promotions available for Australian racing fans. Check out all the top online bookmakers to see what daily promotions they have. If you are looking for a new bookmaker for the horse racing taking place on April 24, 2025 check out our…
Town Cryer to be at full voice at Te Rapa
Awapuni mare Town Cryer will attempt to add to her stakes record when she heads north to Te Rapa on Saturday to contest the Gr.2 Travis Stakes (2000m) at Te Rapa. She placed in the Gr.2 Awapuni Gold Cup (2100m) at Trentham last month, where trainer Roydon Bergerson said she raced too keenly, and he is hoping she is a more relaxed this weekend. “She was just a bit too keen on the bridle and she (Sam Spratt, jockey) couldn’t get her to come back to her. She over-raced, which…
Big weekend ahead for Auret
Marton trainer Fraser Auret is set to have a busy weekend, with stakes contenders scattered around the country as well as his homebred sprinting superstar Ka Ying Rising taking on the world’s best once more at Sha Tin on Sunday. The four-year-old son of Shamexpress will be shooting for his 12th straight win in Hong Kong for trainer David Hayes when he contests the Gr.1 Chairman’s Sprint Prize (1200m) in the hands of leading Hong Kong hoop Zac Purton. Ka Ying Rising has been a revelation in Hong Kong, winning…