Bren O'Brien
Total 1447 Posts
Brem's legacy lives on as Classic graduate Open Secret chases Millennium riches
Owner CJ Stone says she still abides by the sage advice proffered by a renowned bloodstock expert as she chases Inglis Millennium success with unbeaten filly Open Secret.
‘Playing chess with nature’ - How the Aga Khan changed the global thoroughbred industry
The death of renowned racing figure the Aga Khan was felt around the world. He is the latest of a generation of 20th century thoroughbred pioneers to pass away with leading industry figures paying tribute and reflecting on his legacy.
The five biggest priorities for new NZTR CEO Matt Ballesty
Newly appointed New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing CEO Matt Ballesty won’t have much time to get his feet warm under the desk when he takes the hot seat on March 5. There is a list of tasks a mile long and we’ve singled out the top five in importance and urgency.
From showy to steady – Bluebet’s betr growth strategy builds on TopSport acquisition
Australia's most determined wagering suitor, betr/Bluebet, has wed its most eligible bachelor, Queensland-based TopSport in a $10 million deal, as Matthew Tripp’s latest bookmaking project takes gradual steps towards realising its ambitions.
An Aussie success story - Stewart drives global ambitions for start-up Pedigrees 360
The sale of an Australian thoroughbred software company to leviathan American investor John Stewart has been completed, with ambitious plans under way to expand the product.
Run The Numbers – The growing band of sire centurions
At the weekend, Spirit Of Boom and So You Think became the fifth and sixth Australian stallions so far to register 100 individual winners for the 2024/25 season. It is a historically high number for this time of year. Run The Numbers digs into the background of this trend.
Rowe On Monday - Rosemont eyes milestone moment, the future of boutique breeders and Stud and Stable Staff Award nominations open
In this week's Rowe On Monday, Tim Rowe provides a timely analysis of Rosemont Stud's foray into the colts syndication model, canvasses Robert Crabtree's thoughts on the future of smaller breeding operations and provides an update on the industry's Stud and Stable Staff awards.
