Racing HQ with Steve Hewlett
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John Miller and Murray Weeding 10.05.2024
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over 1400mm of rain has fallen at the Sunshine Coast since January 1. CEO John Miller and track manager Murray Weeding says it's been challenging but ...
Ian Taplin 09.05.2024
08 May 2024
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A road trip to Qld some years ago, was the catalyst for Kiwi trainer's Ian and Kerry Taplin settling on the Sunshine Coast. Ian Taplin says Tapildoodl...
Andrew Forsman 09.05.2024
08 May 2024
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Kiwi trainer Andrew Forsman is hoping to attack the Qld Oaks and Derby. His filly Positivity, running as favourite in Adelaide on Saturday, may not ma...
John Keys 09.05.2024
08 May 2024
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Tassie star The Inevitable has arrived in Brisbane and is ready to attack Qld's biggest sprints. John Keys says he will have one lead up run before th...
Barry Lockwood 08.05.2024
07 May 2024
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Astute Brisbane trainer Barry Lockwood is thinking his debutante Concession will run well this afternoon at Eagle Farm. Lockwood says there was an inc...
Lance O'Sullivan 08.05.2024
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NZ 3yo filly of the year Molly Bloom will make her much awaited Australian debut this weekend at the Sunshine Coast. Lance O'Sullivan says she has arr...
Mel Johnson 07.05.2024
06 May 2024
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The rider for Fab's Cowboys final race start has been announced. Mel Johnson says the booking has been organised inside a pizza shop.
Greg Hickman 07.05.2024
06 May 2024
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Craig Williams is keen to stick with Private Legacy heading into the Doomben Roses/Oaks. Trainer Greg Hickman says she beat home the SA Derby winner l...
Jason Scott 07.05.2024
06 May 2024
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RQ CEO Jason Scott says the Norwell parcel of land south of Brisbane (originally purchased for new harness track), will be sold. Scott says proceeds f...
Tony Gollan 07.05.2024
06 May 2024
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QLD's best Stradbroke Hcp hopeful Antino, will go via the WFA Kingsford Smith two weeks prior. Tony Gollan says he is potentially the best horse he ha...
Black Bookers 06.05.24
06 May 2024
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ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler, @GerardDaffy, @nick_berney, @benscadden, @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB
Press Room 06.05.24
06 May 2024
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ICYMI - This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB
Tom Henjak 04.05.2024
03 May 2024
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Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.
Get Set 03.05.2024
03 May 2024
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Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson, Ben Scadden and Colin McNiff.
Kevin Langby 03.05.2024
03 May 2024
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Former Champion rider Kevin Langby will head north to Brisbane next week. Langby says he will reflect on the career of the Goondiwindi Grey at a speci...
Leah Kilner 03.05.2024
03 May 2024
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Leah Kilner won't ride again following a Grafton fall in 2022. Kilner says she has to set many alarms on her phone each day to remember things.
Peter Snowden 03.05.2024
02 May 2024
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Peter Snowden rates his 2yo Embassy highly heading into tomorrow's Dalrello Stks. Snowden says he and Paul have been working on his barrier manners si...
Jim Roberts 03.05.2024
02 May 2024
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The Eagle Farm track hasn't been without challenges, given all the rain that has fallen since December. Jim Roberts says he is happy with how it raced...
Larry Cassidy 02.05.2024
01 May 2024
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Larry Cassidy is hopeful but not confident he will ride again. Cassidy says who would have thought that a finger/hand injury would likely curtail his ...
Jamie Walter 02.05.2024
01 May 2024
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2023 Stradbroke winner Think About It may have to carry 4.5kg more in this year's edition. Jamie Walter says he may attempt to win the same 2 races he...
Andrew Bobbin 02.05.2024
01 May 2024
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Former NRL player Andrew Bobbin may realise a lifetime dream in today's Grand Annual. Bobbin who saddles the fav Bell Ex One says he has left no stone...
Lindsey Smith 01.05.2024
01 May 2024
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Chris Munce will likely train Tuvalu if he heads north for the Winter Carnival. Lindsey Smith says hopefully he will run well today in the Wangoom and...
Mitch Freedman 01.05.2024
30 Apr 2024
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Skybird will proceed to the G1 Goodwood next weekend following her impressive victory last weekend. Mitch Freedman says winning that race was a ticket...
Paul Duryea 30.04.2024
29 Apr 2024
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Front Page is unlikely to contest the Victory Stks at Eagle Farm or the Wagga Town Plate. Managing owner Paul Duryea says he may still head to Brisban...
Ricky Vale 30.04.2024
29 Apr 2024
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"A Rockhampton horse will never win The Archer", trainer Ricky Vale had to eat his words after winning the $750k feature with a Sydney cast off. Vale ...
Phil Stokes 30.04.2024
29 Apr 2024
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Phil Stokes says Climbing Star will attempt another G1 win at Morphettville on Saturday week. Stokes says she was one of the more expensive yearlings ...
Clint McDonald 30.04.2024
29 Apr 2024
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Angel Capital may tackle a G1 at his fourth start in Brisbane after a dynamic debut at Cranbourne last Friday. Clint McDonald says the Harry Angel col...
Black Bookers 29.04.24
29 Apr 2024
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ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler, @GerardDaffy, @nick_berney, @benscadden, @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB
Press Room 29.04.24
29 Apr 2024
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ICYMI - This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB
Tom Henjak 27.04.2024
26 Apr 2024
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Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.
Get Set 26.04.2024
26 Apr 2024
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Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson, Ben Scadden and Colin McNiff.
David McColm 26.04.2024
25 Apr 2024
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Murwillumbah trainer David McColm believes he has a Winter Carnival prospect in the shape of Pierata colt Pareto. McColm says the arrogant debut win a...
Patrick Payne 26.04.2024
25 Apr 2024
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Wings of Song will be chasing 7 in a row when she tackles the Australasian Oaks at Morphettville. Patrick Payne says the filly with Tie The Knot blood...
James Cummings 26.04.2024
25 Apr 2024
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G1 winners Cascadian, Broadsiding and In Secret all likely Brisbane bound for the Winter Carnival. James Cummings says warhorse Cascadian may farewell...
Joe Pride 24.04.2024
23 Apr 2024
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Joe Pride's three sprinting stars are all heading to Qld next month. Pride says Think About It, Private Eye and Mazu have all been earmarked to head n...
Steve Lines 24.04.2024
23 Apr 2024
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Nevesh Ramdhani will head back to Sydney after resigning from his track manager role at the Gold Coast. CEO Steve Lines says a well credentialed track...
Peter Staples 23.04.2024
23 Apr 2024
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The fairytale ending for trainer Gary White and a win for comeback jockey Kasi Boxall made last weekend's Hobart meeting something special. Peter Stap...
Matthew Smith 23.04.2024
22 Apr 2024
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Esti Feny won a race in Hungary as a 2yo. Now the rising 10yo has won his way into the Caulfield Cup during the spring. Matt Smith says Saturday's win...
Grahame Begg 23.04.2024
22 Apr 2024
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Dual G1 winner Magic Time is Qld bound. Grahame Begg says a G1 over 1300M on June 1 will be her first Brisbane run.
Simon Miller 23.04.2024
22 Apr 2024
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Blinkers may prove crucial with Amelia's Jewel when she lines up in The Goodwood at Morphettville on the 11th of May. Simon Miller says the time is ri...
Black Bookers 22.04.24
22 Apr 2024
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ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler, @GerardDaffy, @nick_berney, @benscadden, @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB
Press Room 22.04.24
22 Apr 2024
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ICYMI - This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB
Tom Henjak 20.04.2024
19 Apr 2024
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Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.
Get Set 19.04.2024
19 Apr 2024
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Get Set- The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson, Ben Scadden and Colin McNiff.
Andrew Noblet 19.04.2024
18 Apr 2024
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Andrew Noblet is eyeing off the QLD Guineas with exciting prospect Easy Dun. Noblet says he is still raw but loaded with talent and looking forward to...
Henry Dwyer 19.04.2024
18 Apr 2024
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Victorian trainer Henry Dwyer is not panicking about getting his speedster Asfoora to the UK. Dwyer says she will likely jump on the plane late next w...
Toby Edmonds 19.04.2024
18 Apr 2024
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A specialist farrier has been a godsend for trainer Toby Edmonds and his speedster Barassi, who returns to racing at Eagle Farm tomorrow. Edmonds says...
Les Bridge 19.04.2024
18 Apr 2024
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"He would run 2000M on his ear" says trainer Les Bridge, who is keen to tackle the Cox Plate with Doncaster winner Celestial Legend. Bridge says his c...
Kayla Nisbet 18.04.2024
17 Apr 2024
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Jockey Kayla Nisbet won a $1M race earlier this month, however that hasn't changed her mind re her race riding future. Nisbet says she feels blessed t...
Tony Gollan 18.04.2024
17 Apr 2024
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Tony Gollan is hoping his career best 5 winners at Doomben yesterday is a sign of things to come heading into the winter. Gollan says many of his bett...
Kerrin McEvoy 18.04.2024
17 Apr 2024
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Sydney jockey Kerrin McEvoy is not far off returning to the saddle. The winner of over 80 G1 races says a specialist appointment at the end of the mon...
Les Ross 17.04.2024
16 Apr 2024
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2yo Mishani Lily recorded one of the fastest 1110M wins in the modern era last weekend at Doomben. Trainer Les Ross says she will now proceed to a ric...
Tony Sears 17.04.2024
16 Apr 2024
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Yellow Brick could not be in better order heading into the QLD Winter Carnival. Tony Sears says Yellow Brick is now 530kg and primed for the carnival.
Kyle Wilson-Taylor 17.04.2024
16 Apr 2024
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Young gun Brisbane rider Kyle Wilson-Taylor is excited to head west to ride a kiwi horse in the $5M The Quokka. Kyle says he has developed a good rapp...
Edward Cummings 17.04.2024
16 Apr 2024
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Doncaster winning rider Tyler Schiller has been locked in for Strait Acer for the Archer in Rockhampton on April 28. Edward Cummings says the horse de...
Kelly Schweida 16.04.2024
15 Apr 2024
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Brisbane 2yo El Morzillo charged to the line behind Eneeza last weekend at Randwick. Will she be seen in Brisbane this winter? We hear from trainer Ke...
Paul Niceforo 16.04.2024
15 Apr 2024
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Fairytale horse Territory Express, brilliant winner at Randwick last weekend is QLD bound. Trainer Paul Niceforo and partner Maryanne Cram says a G1 a...
Daniel O'Sullivan 16.04.2024
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Via Sistina ran over four seconds faster than Pride Of Jenni over the last 600M. Ratings expert Daniel O'Sullivan dissects last weekend's remarkable Q...
Mobile Rolling 15.04.2024
15 Apr 2024
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Mobile Rolling, hosted by Lachlan Stace, including special guest Ryan Hryhorec
Black Bookers 15.04.2024
15 Apr 2024
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Hosted by David Fowler, find out what some leading experts in all codes of racing are keeping a close eye on, with guests this week being Gerard Daffy...
Press Room 15.04.2024
15 Apr 2024
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This week's edition of Press Room, hosted by David Fowler, with guests Ben Dorries, Bart Sinclair, Mitch Cohen, Russell Leonard, Ben Scadden and Colin...
Tom Henjak 13.04.2024
12 Apr 2024
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Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.
Get Set 12.04.2024
12 Apr 2024
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Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson and Ben Scadden.
Lee Evison 12.04.2024
12 Apr 2024
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Leading Sydney Cup contender Ashrun is iron tough and resilient given what he has been through. Tendon guru Lee Evison says it's so satisfying to see ...
Mike Wood 12.04.2024
12 Apr 2024
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Randwick track manager Mike Wood was hailed a hero last week in the wake of torrential rain leading into the meeting. Wood said it was very satisfying...
Henry Dwyer 12.04.2024
11 Apr 2024
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What a thrill for Victorian rider Mitchell Aitken, heading to the UK to partner Asfoora. Henry Dwyer says he wants to reward Mitch for the work he has...
Declan Bates 12.04.2024
11 Apr 2024
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Former jumps jockey Declan Bates says owner Tony Ottobrae was the one who handed him the keys to Pride Of Jenni. Bates says Tony liked the way he rode...
Billy Johnson 11.04.2024
11 Apr 2024
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QLD country warhorse Fab's Cowboy will chase his 54th win this weekend. Trainer Bevan 'Billy' Johnson says it will be an emotional day when he leaves ...
Jason Warren 11.04.2024
10 Apr 2024
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Quality mare Benedetta is likely Brisbane bound following two runs in SA. Jason Warren says her last run in the Newmarket Hcp was close to her career ...
David Fowler 11.04.2024
10 Apr 2024
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David Fowler offered up some interesting comments re Antino and Freedom Rally following their trials this morning at Doomben. Fowler says the jury is ...
George Boughey 11.04.2024
10 Apr 2024
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Via Sistina reeled off 32.81 when sprinting brilliantly off a moderate tempo in the Ranvet. Former trainer George Boughey says the likelihood of a gen...
Tyler Schiller 10.04.2024
09 Apr 2024
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Tyler Schiller says he was 51.5kg last Saturday morning but never doubted getting down to 49kg to ride Celestial Legend. Schiller says it was exactly ...
Edward Cummings 10.04.2024
09 Apr 2024
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G1 placed Strait Acer is likely Rockhampton bound following a $1M race at Randwick this Saturday. Edward Cummings says Aquis are keen to secure him fo...
Grahame Begg 09.04.2024
09 Apr 2024
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Rupert Clarke Stks winner Magic Time may head to Brisbane this winter. Grahame Begg says she will have one more Sydney run before a decision is made.
Maureen Haggas 09.04.2024
08 Apr 2024
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Last years QE Stks winner Dubai Honour is right on target for his Hong Kong assault in a few weeks. Maureen Haggas says he looked good winning first-u...
Joe Pride 09.04.2024
08 Apr 2024
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Connections of 3yo Ceolwulf have paid the late entry to run in the QE Stks this weekend. Joe Pride says Jason Collett has been booked for the ride.
Peter Tighe 09.04.2024
08 Apr 2024
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Winx: The gift that keeps on giving. Part owner Peter Tighe says like everyone in the sale ring yesterday, he was completely gobsmacked by the $10M fo...
Black Bookers 08.04.24
08 Apr 2024
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ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler, @GerardDaffy, @nick_berney, @benscadden, @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB
Press Room 08.04.24
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI - This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB
Mike Wood 06.04.2024
05 Apr 2024
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A very stressful morning for many racing participants including Randwick track manager Mike Wood. Wood says surface water at one of the chutes was the...
Tom Henjak 06.04.2024
05 Apr 2024
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Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.
Get Set 05.04.2024
04 Apr 2024
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Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson and Ben Scadden.
David McColm 05.04.2024
04 Apr 2024
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David McColm says his 2yo debutante Pareto is untapped. McColm says he hasn't decided if he will take his place at Eagle Farm tomorrow.
Peter Moody 05.04.2024
04 Apr 2024
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Can sprint star I Wish I Win go back to back in tomorrow's TJ Smith. Peter Moody says one of the positives is his ability to handle heavy ground.
Mick Price 05.04.2024
04 Apr 2024
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Victorian 3yo Angland was simply brilliant winning on debut last night at Pakenham. Co-trainer Mick Price says he has 2 more races in mind this prep.
Chris Hurley 05.04.2024
04 Apr 2024
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Eagle Farm track update with Chris Hurley. Hurley says fortunately they haven't received the heavy rain forecast.
Mike Wood 05.04.2024
04 Apr 2024
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Randwick holding up really well says track manager Mike Wood. Wood says he remains optimistic the meeting will proceed.
Harry Troy 04.04.2024
03 Apr 2024
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Expats Gary Moore and Geoff Allendorf were to the fore at Macau's final race meeting last weekend. Commentator Harry Troy says the crowd was large and...
Paul Niceforo and Mary Cram 04.04.2024
03 Apr 2024
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The story behind leading Provincial Championship contender Territory Express is fuelled with emotion and sentiment. His trainer Paul Niceforo normally...
Danny Williams 04.04.2024
03 Apr 2024
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Will he start? Bandi's Boy, favourite for this weekend's $1M Country Championship final at Randwick. Latest with trainer Danny Williams.
Jamie Stumer 04.04.2024
03 Apr 2024
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Ex Qlder Johnny Rocker had many reaching for the form guide when he ran Imperatriz to a neck in a G1 at huge odds. Principal owner Jamie Stumer says i...
Ron Quinton 03.04.2024
02 Apr 2024
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Will well bred youngster Rantan justify her favouritism in the second at Newcastle today. Ron Quinton says he has taken his time with getting her to t...
Sam Kavanagh 03.04.2024
02 Apr 2024
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Trainer Sam Kavanagh was told in July that he may not have long to live. Today, he will saddle a leading chance in a feature at Newcastle. Sam opened ...
Kris Lees 02.04.24
01 Apr 2024
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Kris Lees is optimistic re Kalapour running out a strong two miles when he tackles the Sydney Cup. Lees says “ There were several factors as why he ...
Tony Ottobre 02.04.24
01 Apr 2024
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Owner Tony Ottobre says Pride of Jenni will take no prisoners when she tackles Via Sistina & co in the Queen Elizabeth Stk's at Randwick on Sat week
John O'Shea 02.04.24
01 Apr 2024
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Sydney Trainer John O'Shea says the margin wasn't big, but the performance of Linebacker was first class last weekend at Rosehill. O'Shea says " He ti...
Tony Gollan 02.04.24
01 Apr 2024
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leading trainer Tony Gollan shared the frustration of many racing participants in Qld when he spoke with Steve this AM on Racing HQ
Josh Kadlec-Cavanagh 28.03.2024
27 Mar 2024
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Analysing trackwork, race data, stride length and breathing recovery are all in a days work for Josh Kadlec-Cavanagh at Maher racing.
James Cummings 28.03.2024
27 Mar 2024
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Tom Kitten is the only Australian Group 1 winner in the Tancred Stks. Trainer James Cummings says Saturday's race should top him off with a view to th...
Get Set 28.03.2024
27 Mar 2024
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Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson, Colin McNiff and Lincoln Moore.