Liam Riordan to make New Zealand debut

Australian jockey Liam Riordan will cross the Tasman to ride at Ashburton on Saturday.Photo: Jay Town (Racing Photos) Liam Riordan will add to the growing list of Australian jockeys crossing the Tasman to ride in New Zealand when he heads to Ashburton on Saturday. The 27-year-old Victorian has formed an association with Te Akau Racing through their Cranbourne barn, and he has accepted the invitation of trainer Mark Walker to ride for the stable in New Zealand this weekend. “I have ridden for Te Akau a few times in Melbourne…

Super Joy N Fun chases back-to-back wins under lights

Super Joy N Fun defeats Reward Smile. A quality Class 3 dash winds up Happy Valley’s eight-race fixture on Wednesday night, where Super Joy N Fun and Reward Smile face off again along with 10 others in the HK$1.86 million Pottinger Handicap (1200m). First and second, respectively, last month over the course and distance, Super Joy N Fun denied a fast-closing Reward Smile by a neck. Aided with gate five that evening, Super Joy N Fun instead steps away from the widest of 12 barriers under jockey Jerry Chau. “He…

Fawkner Park ruled out of Group 1 Caulfield Cup

Fawkner Park cruises to victory in the Q22. Photo: Darren Winningham Fawkner Park, once the favourite for the Group 1 Caulfield Cup (2400m), will not take part in the race, as confirmed by connections. Managing owner Nathan Bennett of Bennett Racing told Racing.com that the horse would not run in next week’s Group 1 event, with spring plans to be made following veterinary checks on Friday. Fawkner Park’s odds had lengthened with horse racing bookmakers after he missed the Group 1 Turnbull Stakes (2000m). Co-trainer Annabel Neasham, speaking after the…

Zac Purton secures Cups ride on Waller Group 1 winner

Zac Purton will partner Land Legend in the Caulfield Cup and Melbourne Cup. Photo: HKJC. Zac Purton has secured his rides for the upcoming Caulfield and Melbourne Cups, with the Hong Kong-based jockey confirmed to partner Land Legend in both races. This follows the Chris Waller-trained galloper’s impressive victory in last Saturday’s Group 1 Metropolitan (2400m). The Hong Kong Jockey Club made the announcement on Tuesday, stating: “Jockey Purton will return to Hong Kong immediately following those race meetings to fulfil his riding engagements in Hong Kong.” Land Legend, who…

Pride Of Jenni crowned Australian Horse of the Year

Pride Of Jenni ridden by Declan Bates winning the 2024 All-Star Mile. (Photo by Pat Scala/Racing Photos) Pride Of Jenni’s outstanding 2023-24 season was celebrated at an awards ceremony in Adelaide on Tuesday night, where the star mare was named Australian Horse of the Year. Her brilliant season featured three Group 1 victories in Melbourne and Sydney, along with a win in the All-Star Mile (1600m). She garnered more votes than notable rivals, including Cups hero Without A Fight and top sprinter Imperatriz. The award, voted on by key racing…

Today’s horse racing tips & quaddie selections | Wednesday, 9/10

There are five horse racing meetings set for Australia on Wednesday, October 9. Our racing analysts here at horsebetting.com.au have found you the best bets and the quaddie numbers for Doomben, Randwick-Kensington & Happy Valley (HK). Wednesday’s Free Horse Racing Tips – October 9, 2024 Doomben Racing Tips Randwick-Kensington Racing Tips Happy Valley (HK) Racing Tips As always, there are plenty of promotions available for Australian racing fans. Check out all the top horse racing bookmakers to see what daily promotions they have. If you are looking for a new…

Today’s horse racing bookmaker promotions & bet returns | 9/10/24

Explore a multitude of captivating racing promotions offered by horse racing bookmakers on Wednesday, October 9. 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 October 9, 2024, include: Today’s best horse racing promotions Randwick-Kensington Races 1-4 | Run 2nd or 3rd Bonus back up to $50 Back a runner in races 1-4 Randwick this Wednesday and if it runs 2nd or 3rd get up to…

Happy Valley free racing tips & quaddie | Wednesday, 9/10/24

What Happy Valley Races Where Happy Valley Racecourse – Wong Nai Chung Rd, Happy Valley, Hong Kong When Wednesday, October 9, 2024 First Race 7:10pm HKT (10:10pm AEDT) Visit Dabble Hong Kong racing returns to the bright lights of Happy Valley Racecourse on Wednesday evening, with a terrific eight-race program set for decision. The rail is in the A course for the meeting, and with warm spring conditions forecast in the lead-up, punters can expect a genuine Good 4 surface throughout the night. All the action is scheduled to get…

The Follow Files: Neasham & Archibald galloper flies fresh

Last Saturday, Turnbull Stakes Day at Flemington and Epsom Day at Randwick took centre stage as the headline horse racing meetings. From Flemington and Randwick, we have found three runners that performed very well and are worth following throughout the spring. You can add these runners to your blackbook and receive updates when they are scheduled to run again. Randwick Track rating: Good 4 Rail position: +3m entire circuit Race 10: Benchmark 94 Handicap (1200m) | Time: 1:09.97 Horse to follow: Port Lockroy (3rd) Following a luckless campaign during the…

Doomben free racing tips, top odds & quaddie picks | October 9

What Doomben Races Where Doomben Racecourse – 75 Hampden St, Ascot QLD 4007 When Wednesday, October 9, 2024 First Race 1:53pm AEST Visit Dabble Brisbane Racing Club will host a seven-race card at Doomben this Wednesday afternoon, with the first event set to jump at 1:53pm AEST. Although the track was rated as a Soft 5 at the time of acceptances, there is a high chance of rainfall on Tuesday and Wednesday, so expect a downgrade or two before the meeting begins. The rail will be pushed out to the…