Racing HQ with Steve Hewlett
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Black Bookers 20.11.23
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler,@GerardDaffy, @benscadden, @nick_berney @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB
Press Room 20.11.23
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI - This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB
Lauren Stojakovic 18.11.23
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lauren Stojakovic rode Miracles of Life brilliantly to win the Blue Diamond in 2013. Fast forward a decade & Lauren now has a great rapport with Sghir...
Tom Henjak 18.11.23
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.
Get Set 17.11.23
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson and Ben Scadden
Barry Baldwin 17.11.23
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The curtain is about to come down re the training career of Barry Baldwin. The Stradbroke Hcp winning trainer reminisced re his remarkable career this...
Peter Snowden 16.11.23
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Doomben 10k winner Mazu will wear a nose-roll for the first time this weekend in The Hunter at Newcastle on Saturday Peter Snowden says "His recent tr...
John Symons 16.11.23
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The last time Knight's Choice raced at the Sunshine Coast, he raced away with the Winx Guineas. Co-Trainer John Symons says " The horse is going bette...
Shane Oxlade 16.11.23
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Blue Diamond Stk's winning rider Lauren Stojakovic has been one of the "key" factors to Sghirripa producing his best on raceday. Trainer Shane Oxlade ...
Michael Cahill and Steve Lines 16.11.23
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jockey Michael Cahill has given the new Gold Coast proper his tick of approval after riding on new surface this week in some trials. CEO Steve Lines &...
Tony Ottobre 15.11.23
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The All Star Mile will be the likely target for bold front running mare Pride of Jenni (Winner of 2 x G1 at Flemington) Owner Tony Ottobre says “ Ev...
Barend Vorster 14.11.23
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leading SA rider Barend Vorster is hopeful he may ride again in 2024. Vorster says "Neck pain & spasms in that area is his main concern at the moment ...
Tony Gollan 14.11.23
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Doncaster Hcp during the Sydney Autumn is on the radar for Antino. Tony Gollan says " his issues aren't serious and should be fine following a bre...
John O'Shea 14.11.23
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Expensive MM's colt Schwarz may target next years Stradbroke Hcp. John O'Shea, who has won a Stradbroke Hcp previously , says " The 1400M G1 looks ide...
James Orman 14.11.23
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Qld's leading rider James Orman has arrived home after riding up a storm in the UAE, Orman says he wouldn't hesitate if called on again to go over.
Black Bookers 13.11.23
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler,@GerardDaffy, @benscadden, @nick_berney @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB
Press Room 13.11.23
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI - This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB
Tom Henjak 11.11.2023
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.
Get Set 10.11.2023
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson, Ben Scadden and Colin McNiff.
Dave Casey 10.11.2023
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How did the Mullins pair Vauban and Absurde pull up after the Melbourne Cup on Tuesday? Dave Casey provides an update.
Matthew McGillivray 10.11.2023
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Group 1 winning rider Matt McGillivray was heading to South Australia to chase better opportunities. McGillivray says that was the plan, however he ch...
Shaun Dwyer 10.11.2023
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Rodd will ride the shortest price favourite on the card tonight at the Sunshine Coast. Trainer Shaun Dwyer says the owner refused some big off...
Craig Sneesby 10.11.2023
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A Brisbane businessman who part owns Soulcombe and Sheraz, played a part in his friend collecting a small fortune in the Melb Cup F4. Craig Sneesby sa...
Pat Comerford 10.11.2023
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
UAE broadcaster Pat Comerford says James Orman is the talk of the UAE given his riding exploits last weekend (5 winners from 6 rides). Comerford says ...
Tom Dougall 09.11.2023
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Popular Toowoomba horse Go Wandji underwent two throat surgeries prior to his terrific first-up at Eagle Farm. Tom Dougall says he will step out in Br...
Matthew Smith 09.11.2023
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Aethelflaed caught the eye last weekend in the Wakeful. Trainer Matthew Smith says he would love them to run along in the Oaks, to give her a chance t...
Emma-Lee Browne 09.11.2023
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The David and Emma Browne stable are flying with their last three runners winning. Can they win the Oaks today with Basilinna? Emma-Lee Browne says sh...
David McColm 09.11.2023
08 Nov 2023
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Far Too Easy is flying!! He will head south for a $1M race next weekend. David McColm says a new rider needed to be booked given James Orman would str...
Milton Harris 07.11.2023
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
More Felons: "He was a rig when we bought him". Hear the back story behind the horse formerly named Scriptwriter with former UK trainer Milton Harris.
Lee Evison 06.11.2023
06 Nov 2023
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He fixes the broken !! Master horseman Lee Evison has worked his magic on 3 horses in the Melbourne Cup. Evison says the Ashrun story is quite remarka...
Daniel O'Sullivan 06.11.2023
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ratings expert Daniel O'Sullivan has warned punters not to disregard the stablemate to the current favourite. O'Sullivan says Absurde , the former Fre...
Mike Moroney 06.11.2023
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Will Alenquer get to the post in the Melbourne Cup? Trainer Mike Moroney provides an update.
Lloyd Williams 06.11.2023
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lloyd Williams believes there are two dangers to the Irish horse Vauban in the Melbourne Cup. Williams who is chasing 7 cup wins says it's hard to go ...
Tom Henjak 04.11.2023
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.
Get Set 03.11.2023
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson and Ben Scadden.
Lindsey Smith 03.11.2023
03 Nov 2023
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Lindsey Smith believes Triple Missile is primed for his Flemington assignment tomorrow. Smith says provided he runs well , it's all systems go towards...
John O'Shea 03.11.2023
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Athabascan will be a no show in the Melbourne Cup, even if he wins the Lexus tomorrow at Flemington. Hear why with trainer John O'Shea.
Zac Purton 03.11.2023
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Champion Hong Kong jockey Zac Purton has had one previous ride for Willie Mullins in the Melbourne Cup. Purton says his ride this year shouldn't be un...
Willie Mullins 03.11.2023
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Punters are keen on Vauban in Tuesday's Melbourne Cup. What does the trainer think ? Willie Mullins offers up his thoughts.
Tom Dougall 02.11.2023
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Popular Toowoomba horse Go Wandji returns to racing this weekend in Brisbane. What is the expectation given he returns following 2 throat operations. ...
Mick Price 02.11.2023
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
French mare Lastotchka has Craig Williams aboard in the Melbourne Cup. How do we assess her chances? We get a terrific insight from Mick Price.
Paul Lanskey 02.11.2023
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vow and Declare split Alligator Blood and Duais 2 runs ago at WFA. Owner/Breeder Paul Lanskey says the old horse is flying.
Kris Lees 02.11.2023
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kris Lees could potentially have 2 runners in Tuesday's Melbourne Cup. Lees says both horses are going well and their form says there is not much betw...
Jerome Hunter 01.11.2023
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Trainer Jerome Hunter discusses the chances of Rich Fortune in race 6 at Bendigo today.
Ken Kelso 01.11.2023
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Legarto is primed to the minute for the Golden Eagle. Trainer Ken Kelso says she hasn't run poorly yet and he can see no reason why that won't be the ...
Simon Miller 01.11.2023
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Simon Miller has resisted the temptation to apply blinkers to Amelia's Jewel in the Golden Eagle. Hear the reasons behind the decision.
Mark Chittick 31.10.2023
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
He is one of Australia's best horses, however he won't be seen again this year. Mark Chittick provided an update on last year's Golden Eagle winner I ...
Matthew Smith 31.10.2023
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Buenos Noches may now tackle a G1 at Flemington on Saturday week. Trainer Matthew Smith says a trial at the end of the week will determine his race pl...
Jamie Lovett 31.10.2023
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gold Trip is going better than last year, however this year's cup appears stronger. Jamie Lovett says he wasn't surprised by Mark's decision to go wit...
Mitchell Freedman 31.10.2023
30 Oct 2023
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Mitch Freedman won the G1 Toorak with Attrition earlier this month. Now he's eyeing off another G1 with emerging filly Skybird. Freedman says her futu...
Tony Sears 31.10.2023
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yellow Brick won't contest the rich King Of The Mountain slot race at Toowoomba on New Years day. We hear from Co-trainer Tony Sears.
Tony Gollan 31.10.2023
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Antino is Sydney bound with a new rider locked in for a $2M race. Tony Gollan says again, luck avoided the horse last weekend at Moonee Valley.
Black Bookers 30.10.23
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler, @GerardDaffy, @benscadden, @nick_berney, @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB
Press Room 30.10.23
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI - This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB
Tom Henjak 28.10.2023
27 Oct 2023
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Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.
Get Set 27.10.2023
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson, Ben Scadden and Colin McNiff.
Neville Morgan and Jack Bruce 27.10.2023
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Hewlett and Michael Maxworthy speak with prolific owner Neville Morgan and young Brisbane trainer Jack Bruce.
Bruce McAvaney 27.10.2023
26 Oct 2023
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Legendary sports commentator Bruce McAvaney discusses some very famous Cox Plate's and also gives his thoughts on tomorrow's edition of the big race.
Nathan Exelby 26.10.2023
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan Exelby says previous history of the Cox Plate suggests the 3YO Militarize has to run well in Saturday's Cox Plate. We do a runner by runner pre...
Ed Cummings 26.10.2023
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can Damien Oliver win his third Cox Plate before retirement on QLD owned mare Duais? Ed Cummings says she is going terrific and unlike several of her...
Gai Waterhouse 26.10.2023
25 Oct 2023
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Alligator Blood kicked off his career with a 2YO win at the Sunshine Coast, with the now retired Jeff Lloyd aboard. He is now one of the fancies in th...
Sterling Alexiou 25.10.2023
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Trapeze Artist won on debut at big odds in 2017. At Randwick today, his full sister Gai's Artist will start short odds. Sterling Alexiou says she will...
Henry Dwyer 25.10.2023
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Asfoora will likely head to the UK in 2024. Trainer Henry Dwyer says the Kings Stand Stks at Royal Ascot will be the first run off the plane.
Steve McGrath 24.10.2023
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former Harness and Greyhound track Border Park (Tweed Heads) is sitting dormant. Tweed coursing boss Steve McGrath remains optimistic that a new track...
Robert Wellwood 24.10.2023
23 Oct 2023
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Group 1 winning mare Prowess and rising QLD star Antino go head to head this weekend at Moonee Valley. Co-trainer Robert Wellwood says Prowess will li...
Cam Partington 24.10.2023
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cox Plate winning jockey Michael Rodd returns to riding this weekend. Manager Cam Partington says Michael wants to initially take a low key approach a...
Simon Miller 24.10.2023
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Simon Miller believes the time may be right to put blinkers on Amelia's Jewel in the Golden Eagle. Miller says "Her gallop the reverse way was pleasin...
Black Bookers 23.10.23
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler,@GerardDaffy, @benscadden, @nick_berney @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB
Press Room 23.10.23
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI - This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB
Tom Henjak 21.10.2023
20 Oct 2023
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Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.
Get Set 20.10.2023
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson and Ben Scadden.
Lara Kepitis 20.10.2023
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Riff Rocket will start the shortest priced favourite on Caulfield Cup day. Lara Kepitis (Racing manager for Woppitt Bloodstock) says the VRC Derby fav...
Ed Crisford 20.10.2023
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
West Wind Blows meets Gold Trip better off at the weights in tomorrow's return clash in the Caulfield Cup. Ed Crisford says the horses fortitude is so...
Danny Walker 20.10.2023
19 Oct 2023
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Exciting 3YO Crocetti will step up to 1400M first time at Te Rapa tomorrow. Co-trainer Danny Walker says the extra trip is the least of his worries.
James Orman 20.10.2023
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
QLD's leading rider James Orman wouldn't hesitate to ride in Hong Kong if invited. Orman says "Riding in the UAE next month will be a great experience...
Caitlin Jones 19.10.2023
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Popular SA jockey Caitlin Jones initially thought she would be back riding within days after a recent fall. Little did she know that subsequent x-rays...
Alex Rae 19.10.2023
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shock 'Em Ova is progressive and exciting, however his recent wins have not been without plenty of anxious moments for punters. Trainer Alex Rae says ...
Allan Sharrock 19.10.2023
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unfashionable sire Zed has already produced a Melbourne Cup winner. Will Group 1 winning Kiwi stayer Ladies Man make the field this year? Trainer Alla...
Levi Kavanagh 19.10.2023
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Which race will promising stayer First Immortal tackle in an attempt to make the Melbourne Cup field? Co-trainer Levi Kavanagh says "There is a chance...
Jason Scott 19.10.2023
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Over 40 years of greyhound racing at the Ipswich showgrounds is about to end sooner than anticipated. The show society's requests are unreasonable and...
Alex Rae 18.10.2023
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Victorian trainer Alex Rae doesn't have a big team but he will saddle up a legitimate chance in a Group 1 next month. Rae says Shock 'Em Ova running t...
Chris Ward 18.10.2023
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mazu was poleaxed last weekend in the TAB Everest. What's next for the Group 1 winner? Chris Ward from Triple Crown Syndications spoke with Steve.
Brave Pride 18.10.2023
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everest winner Think About It and Private Eye will go head to head again on November 4 at Rosehill. How close does the latter get with a better run in...
Paul Duryea 17.10.2023
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kosciuszko winner Front Page won't race again this Spring. Managing owner Paul Duryea says "Saturday's brilliant effort did take something out of the ...
David McColm 17.10.2023
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"His effort was massive" says trainer David McColm. Far Too Easy may be Newcastle bound for his next start.
Maddysen Sears 17.10.2023
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yellow Brick will be ridden more conservatively if he runs in the Golden Eagle. Co-trainer Maddysen Sears says they were surprised when he led again l...
Simon Miller 17.10.2023
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Plans for Amelia's Jewel are up in the air. Simon Miller says she just wasn't herself last Saturday and the following day.
Tony Gollan 17.10.2023
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bring on Cox Plate day for Antino. Tony Gollan says you could make a good argument that he should be unbeaten with more luck.
Michael Zammit 16.10.23
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI John Brash Caught up with the Million Dollar Chase winner Michael Zammit #RadioTAB
Black Bookers 16.10.23
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI This weeks Black Bookers with David Fowler,@GerardDaffy, @benscadden, @nick_berney @ColinRMcNiff & @Dashman01 #RadioTAB
Press Room 16.10.23
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ICYMI - This week's edition of Press Room with host David Fowler #RadioTAB
Tom Henjak 14.10.2023
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.
Get Set 13.10.2023
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, David Gately, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson and Ben Scadden.
Nathan Exelby 13.10.2023
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Form analyst Nathan Exelby has some interesting stats and precedents heading into tomorrow's TAB Everest. Nathan says he keeps coming back to a horse ...
Mark Newnham 13.10.2023
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Newnham made many sit up and take notice with his first Hong Kong winner on Wednesday. Newnham's winner Happy Hero had 10 starts for no placings ...
Matt Hoysted 13.10.2023
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Important gear change with QLD horse of the year Uncommon James. Matt Hoysted explains why blinkers are going on at Caulfield.
Matthew Dale 12.10.2023
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Not yesterday's news", Front Page on track to maintain his impeccable first-up record in the Kosciuszko. Matthew Dale explains why the horse is so go...
Dylan Gibbons 12.10.2023
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dylan Gibbons will have his dad Andrew by his side when he rides leading TAB Everest chance Buenos Noches. Dylan says "He has been over the race a tho...
Mark Chittick 12.10.2023
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Prospective buyers from Hong Kong called early on, but it was short lived when they saw the photos of I Wish I Win. An amazing tale from owner/breeder...
Tony Sears 12.10.2023
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"One day the real Yellow Brick will stand up and go bang" says trainer Tony Sears. Hear his thoughts re Yellow Brick in the Silver Eagle on TAB Everes...