NZ Cup ambitions with Court Of Appeal

Trainers Mark Walker and Sam Bergerson are mapping out a path towards November’s Gr.3 New Zealand Cup (3200m) with Court Of Appeal following her victory in the Betavet Rating 75 (1600m) at Riccarton’s synthetic meeting on Thursday. The five-year-old daughter of Eminent jumped away well from her outside gate under Central Districts jockey Bruno Queiroz to take an early lead. She opened up a clear margin on the rest of the field throughout the running, which widened at the turn, and she ran out a convincing two-length victor. “It was…

Harrison hoping third time’s a charm with King Khan

Cambridge trainer Ken Harrison is hoping it’s third time’s a charm with his stayer King Khan in Saturday’s NZB Airfreight Road To The Jericho (3210m) at New Plymouth. The son of Mongolian Khan has contested the last two editions of the race, placing in the 2023 edition before running fifth in last year’s postponed running at Waverley. Inclement weather forced the delay of last year’s edition, and with New Plymouth’s track rated a Heavy10 on Friday morning, and more rain forecast, he is hoping they aren’t met by the same…

Sha Tin Sunday racing tips & quaddie | September 14, 2025

What Sha Tin Races Where Sha Tin Racecourse – Tai Po Rd, Sha Tin District, Hong Kong When Sunday, September 14, 2025 First Race 1pm HKT (3pm AEST) Visit Dabble Hong Kong racing continues at Sha Tin this Sunday afternoon, with a competitive 10-part program lined up between the turf and all-weather circuits. The rail moves out to the B course for all races on the turf track, and with the forecast promising sunny skies across the weekend, punters can expect the surface to be in pristine Good 4 condition…

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Check out the best horse racing bookmaker offers available on Friday, September 12. Take advantage of bonus-back deals and exclusive promos to give your bets an edge. Browse today’s specials from leading online bookmakers and get extra value for your wagers. Top Australian racing promotions for September 12, 2025, include: Today’s horse racing promotions Blonde Boosts! Elevate your prices! BlondeBet T&C’s Apply. Eligible Customers Only. Login to BlondeBet to Claim Promo Geelong Races 1-6 | Bet Back Run 2nd or 3rd Activate your Bet Back Tool in your Betslip on…

Flemington betting tips & best odds | Makybe Diva Stakes Day 2025

What Flemington Races Where Flemington Racecourse – 448 Epsom Rd, Flemington VIC 3031 When Saturday, September 13, 2025 First Race 12:10pm AEST Visit Dabble The Group 1 Makybe Diva Stakes (1600m) headlines a 10-race meeting at Flemington this Saturday as the Melbourne Spring Carnival ramps up. A clear forecast for the rest of the week points to a Good 4 track throughout the card, while the rail will be set true. See our free betting tips for Makybe Diva Stakes Day 2025, with the action commencing at 12:10pm AEST. Makybe…

Rosehill racing tips & feature picks | Run To The Roses Day 2025

What Run To The Rose Day 2025 Where Rosehill Gardens Racecourse – James Ruse Dr, Rosehill NSW 2142 When Saturday, September 13, 2025 First Race 11:50am AEST Visit Dabble Rosehill Gardens is the destination for feature racing in Sydney this Saturday afternoon, with the Group 2 Run To The Rose (1200m) headlining a bumper 10-part program that kicks off at 11:50am AEST. The rail moves out +6m for the entire circuit, and although the track is rated a Soft 6 leading into the weekend, expect the surface to be upgraded…

Geelong Friday races betting preview & tips | September 12, 2025

What Geelong Races Where Geelong Racecourse – 99 Breakwater Rd, Breakwater VIC 3219 When Friday, September 12, 2025 First Race 1:10pm AEST Visit Dabble Geelong Racecourse is set to host a competitive eight-race meeting this Friday afternoon on a track rated a Soft 5. Showers are forecast for race day, but it shouldn’t see the track downgrade further than the Soft 5 posted at the time of acceptances. The rail will be out 4m from 1700m to 800m and 6m for the remainder, with the first race jumping at 1:10pm…

Another double for Richards in Hong Kong

Jamie Richards’ stable stocks continued to rise at Happy Valley on Wednesday night after the New Zealand trainer slotted his second double in two meetings as Storming Dragon (Star Turn) claimed joint leadership of the HK$1.5 million DBS x Manulife Million Challenge. Fresh from a brace at the season-opening fixture at Sha Tin on Sunday, Richards struck with Storming Dragon and To Infinity (NZ) (Darci Brahma) to erase the memories of a challenging 2024/25 campaign when he saddled 21 winners. “It’s incredible. We had 21 winners for the whole of…

Pier to launch Australian spring preparation

An Australian winter spell has agreed with Group One winner Pier (NZ) (Proisir), who is set to kick-off his spring preparation in the Gr.2 Theo Marks Stakes (1300m) at Rosehill on Saturday. The six-year-old son of Proisir performed with distinction in Brisbane earlier this year, placing in the Gr.3 BRC Sprint (1350m) before winning the Listed The Wayne Wilson (1600m), and enjoyed some downtime in the warmer climes of Queensland. Trainers Darryn and Briar Weatherley have been pleased with the way he has returned, with the gelding undertaking his early…