Bren O'Brien
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Inside Yulong - Jun Zhang on the relentless ambition of Australia’s biggest thoroughbred operation
In an exclusive interview with The Straight’s Tim Rowe, newly appointed general manager Jun Zhang has revealed Yulong has no plans to slow its growth and wants a foothold in the Hunter Valley.
From Piping Lane to Alalcance - Leon Laskey’s never-ending Cup journey
Having played a part in the famed career of Piping Lane, Leon Laskey has had a lifetime ambition to have an even stronger connection to a Melbourne Cup winner. He is hoping Sydney Cup favourite Alalcance can realise that dream.
While the rumour mill turns, Ciaron Maher keeps his eye on the prize
Back-of-house changes at Ciaron Maher Racing, including the decision of Declan Maher to go it alone in Queensland, may have set tongues wagging, but the man in charge is focusing on the task ahead.
Bookie breached and fined for failing to record customer phone calls
The Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission has fined bookmaker PlayUp more than $13,000 over two licence breaches.
17 days of dominance – Australia’s biggest betting races
Spring racing remains unchallenged as the primary time for Australians to bet on racing, with data compiled by The Straight revealing that eight of the top 10 races are staged in a three-week window in late October/early November.
'The hottest stallion in the world right now' - Why Too Darn Hot's return means so much for Godolphin in Australia
Confirmation that Too Darn Hot will resume shuttling duties in 2025, is an important signal by Godolphin of its ongoing commitment to the Australian racing and breeding industries.
Run The Numbers – A yearling market with bounce
While overall spending on Australian yearlings to this point of the sales season has dropped nearly $28 million compared to last year, the average price of a yearling is tracking to be the second highest on record. Run The Numbers takes the temperature of the market after Easter.