Category: Gallops

Ballarat Synthetic racing tips & quaddie | Monday, August 11

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What Ballarat Races Where Ballarat Turf Club – 72 Midas Rd, Miners Rest VIC 3352 When Monday, August 11, 2025 First Race 1pm AEST Visit Dabble Ballarat’s poly returns with the rail true and the weather set fair, so punters can expect a typical “on-speed and lanes-even” profile early before tempo sorts them out late. The first event is scheduled to jump at 1pm AEST. Best Bet at Ballarat: Spirited Defence Spirited Defence has been a model of consistency since switching to the synthetic and he strikes a very winnable…

Gigi too sharp in Te Rapa contest

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Versatile galloper Gigi (NZ) (Ghibellines) took a step up in grade in his stride at Te Rapa on Saturday, while delivering a special milestone for his trainer Jim Pender. The son of Ghibellines had posted victories on better tracks through the summer, but struck a bottomless surface first-up this preparation at New Plymouth, a performance he was expected to bounce back from. Starting among the better-backed runners in the Fulton Hogan Mile (1600m), Gigi was eased back into midfield by Joe Doyle to find cover early. The top pick in…

Full circle moment for Dravitzki

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Untapped galloper Im Bartholomew (NZ) (Contributer) delivered a maiden victory four years in the making for Tony Dravitzki at Hawera on Sunday. Initially purchased by Dravitzki as a weanling, Im Bartholomew trialled impressively at Waverley in September 2023 and was subsequently sold to Australia. In the care of Victorian trainer Henry Dwyer, he produced a fourth from four starts, the last of those coming in December last year. Dravitzki had remained in the ownership of the gelding, and following his most recent effort, the opportunity presented to purchase Im Bartholomew…

He’s Tunza Grunt caps off stellar winter campaign

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Timaru galloper He’s Tunza Grunt (NZ) (Pure Champion) capped off a coming-of-age winter campaign with a commanding performance to win the Heatstore Open Handicap (1800m) at Riccarton Park on Saturday. Starting his preparation in May, He’s Tunza Grunt was a 68-rated horse, but took a big leap in the ratings when causing a minor upset in the Waimate Cup (1600m) second-up. He took the step up in his stride from there, placing in open company in the Amberley Cup (1600m) and Oamaru Cup (1600m), but struck unsuitable track conditions when…

Sunday’s horse racing offers & bookie promos | August 10, 2025

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Explore a multitude of captivating racing promotions offered by horse racing bookmakers on Sunday, August 10. Immerse yourself in the thrill with generous bonus back offers, elevating your betting experience. Delve into these promotions from top-tier online bookmakers to maximise your betting opportunities. The top Australian racing promotions for August 10, 2025, include: Today’s best horse racing promotions Sunshine Coast Race 1 | Run 2nd or 3rd score up to $100 in Bonus Cash Enter the Bonus Code BONUS100 on the Bonus Bets/Offers page, place a fixed win bet on…

Echuca races free betting preview & tips | August 10, 2025

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What Echuca Races Where Echuca Racing Club – Corner Scott Rd and Murray Valley Hwy, Echuca VIC 3564 When Sunday, August 10, 2025 First Race 12:30pm AEST Visit Dabble Echuca hosts an eight-race program on Sunday afternoon with the rail true and the track posted Soft 7. Expect them to edge a couple of lanes off the fence as the day wears on, while on-speed runners should still get their chance if the tempo is even. The first event is set to jump at 12:30pm AEST. Best Bet at Echuca:…

Group 1 sprint on radar for Oak Hill

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Oak Hill claims his seventh win from 14 starts with a strong victory at The Valley. (Photo: Bruno Cannatelli) Talented sprinter Oak Hill resumed from a short winter break with an impressive victory at Moonee Valley over 1000m with connections hoping the win is a pre-cursor to bigger things. Prepared by Ben, Will and JD Hayes, Oak Hill was originally prepared by the late Mike Moroney and Glen Thompson and maintained his unblemished record since joining his new quarters. A winner at his first start for the Lindsay Park team…

Jennivamoose storms to victory at Moonee Valley

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Jennivamoose powers home for victory in the at The Valley, ridden by Harry Coffey. (Photo: Bruno Cannatelli) Lightly-raced six-year-old mare Jennivamoose scored a comfortable victory at Moonee Valley on Saturday under a patient Harry Coffey ride. Prepared by Ciaron Maher for Tony and Lynn Ottobre’s Cape Schanck Racing, Jennivamoose was dropped out to near the rear of the field by Coffey but quickened readily when asked. The daughter of Vadamos looped the field and ran out a 1.25-length winner over fellow Kiwi-breds Bluestone and Flamin’ Romans. “It was a class…

Horse Racing History: Today in Racing 10th August

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This day 10th August in horse racing news history From the extensive Horse Betting news archives we present all the thoroughbred racing action in Australian and overseas racing news in history. Delve in and enjoy our walk back in horse racing time. New Zealand horse racing news 12 months ago West Coast further etches name into record books West Coast etched his name amongst the greats of the New Zealand jumping scene when he collected his third win … Read More New Zealand horse racing news 12 months ago Berry…