An untimely injury has ruled champion jockey Michael McNab out for the bulk of spring racing. McNab was set to partner a two-year-old at Tuesday’s Ellerslie trials when he was kicked and subsequent x-rays at Auckland Hospital revealed a leg fracture below the knee. “I have spoken to Michael, and he is really gutted,” his agent Aidan Rodley said. “He had made such a strong start to the season and was obviously hoping to capitalise on that through the spring and beyond. “It looks like he will be out for…
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Happy Valley betting tips & quaddie picks | September 10, 2025
What Happy Valley Races Where Happy Valley Racecourse – Wong Nai Chung Rd, Happy Valley, Hong Kong When Wednesday, September 10, 2025 First Race 7:05pm HKT (9:05pm AEST) Visit Dabble Hong Kong racing returns to Happy Valley for the first time this season, with a competitive eight-part program kicking off at 7:05pm local time this Wednesday. The rail is in the A course, and although the track is expected to cop some heavy rainfall early in the week, clearing conditions should allow for an upgrade into the Good range at…
Wednesday’s top horse racing bookie promos | September 10, 2025
Check out the great racing offers available from horse racing bookmakers on Wednesday, September 10. Enjoy bonus back deals and other promotions to boost your betting experience. Explore these specials from top online bookmakers and get more value from your bets. Top Australian racing promotions for September 10, 2025, include: Today’s horse racing promotions 25% Winnings Boost! – Sandown Hillside Get 25% Boosted Winnings paid in BONUS CASH. Fixed win only. First eligible bet per race. Must apply Promotion in bet slip. Cash bet only. Max Bonus $250. Eligible customers…
Sandown Wednesday races preview & best bets | September 10, 2025
What Sandown Hillside Races Where Sandown Racecourse – 591-659 Princes Hwy, Springvale VIC 3171 When Wednesday, September 10, 2025 First Race 1:10pm AEST Visit Dabble Sandown will host a competitive eight-race card on the Hillside track this Wednesday afternoon. With rain forecast in the lead-up, the track is expected to deteriorate from the Good 4 rating that was posted on Monday morning. The rail will be out 12m for the entire circuit, with the first race at Sandown scheduled to jump at 1:10pm AEST on September 10, 2025. Best Bet…
Canterbury races betting preview & quaddie tips | September 10
What Canterbury Races Where Canterbury Park Racecourse – King St, Canterbury NSW 2193 When Wednesday, September 10, 2025 First Race 1:35pm AEST Visit Dabble Canterbury Park Racecourse hosts a seven-race program this Wednesday afternoon, with the action commencing at 1:35pm AEST. A stack of rain is forecast for Sydney, meaning the track is likely to be in the Heavy range throughout the day. Here are HorseBetting.com.au’s top tips for the Canterbury races on September 10. Best Bet at Canterbury: Central Coast Central Coast impressed in his two runs during his…
Wolfgang heads to Melbourne
Gr.1 Melbourne Cup (3200m) hopeful Wolfgang (NZ) (Puccini) will fly to Melbourne on Wednesday to commence his path towards the A$10 million feature. The Group Three winner was set to start his spring campaign at Wanganui 10 days ago, but inclement weather curtailed those plans and trainers Peter and Shaun McKay have elected to head over to Melbourne with their charge. “He is booked to get on a flight tomorrow (Wednesday) to go to Melbourne and will start on Saturday at Flemington in a 1700m race. There is just nothing…
Chau hopes kiwi breds can provide a winning start
Jockey Jerry Chau returns to Hong Kong racing on Wednesday at Happy Valley hoping some New Zealand bred horses can start his season with the same momentum that resulted in an unlikely stakes win in Korea on Sunday. Chau, 25, who skilfully avoided much of the sand course’s harsh kickback aboard Self Improvement on his way to Korea Sprint victory, is booked for five rides at the city circuit, including Embraces (NZ) (Reliable Man) in the Class 3 Central Handicap (1650m) for trainer Cody Mo. “Hopefully the outside draw (10)…
Branciforti overdue a change of luck
Capable synthetic performer Branciforti (NZ) (Belardo) is presented with an opportunity to turn her form around on Wednesday as the clock ticks down on her racing career. The daughter of Belardo will again step out on the polytrack in the Cambridge Equine Hospital Handicap (1550m) and a change of fortune is due to come the six-year-old’s way. “It’s been a really strange preparation because she’s been working great for the last couple of months,” Te Rapa trainer David Greene said. “Nothing seems to have gone right on raceday so hopefully…
Peake breaks 20-year drought at Woodville
Palmerston North trainer Paul Peake broke a two-decade winless drought at Woodville on Sunday when his gelding Lazy (NZ) (Complacent) scored his maiden win in the Mamona 2100 at his 29th attempt. The eight-year-old son of Complacent was sent forward from his wide gate by apprentice jockey Crystal Lindsay to take an early lead, with the pair dictating terms up front and running out convincing 4-1/4 length victors. “Fortunately, he drew wide,” Peake said. “He was very slow to find his feet, but drawing wide, he could get to the lead…
Guerin Report – S2 Ep.2 Ft. Opie Bosson Pt.2
It’s part two of Michael’s chat with Opie Bosson, this time, it’s Opie the jockey. They look at his time in the industry, his best wins, and chat his favourite jockeys, trainers and horses. And Horse of the Year awards and Ka Ying Rising’s latest win are celebrated. Guerin Report – S2 Ep.2 Ft. Opie Bosson Pt.2