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Bank Of America’s substantial chunk of Tabcorp

Bank of America has upped its shareholding in Tabcorp above the five per cent mark as the wagering giant’ s share price retains its recent value increase.

Ward's classic focus for US$2.2 million Gun Runner colt

A colt by top young American sire Gun Runner and a filly from the first crop of unbeaten superstar Flightline sold for US$2.2 million (A$3,327,787) each during a record day two Keeneland September Yearling Sale session.

British racing takes strike action over government tax plan

The British thoroughbred industry will come to a standstill on Wednesday in protest over a government review that proposes to increase betting taxes.

Spinal surgery for top apprentice Tom Prebble

Leading Victorian apprentice Tom Prebble has had spinal surgery in a Melbourne hospital after a race fall at Warrnambool.

Cox Plate entries cut to 57 after first acceptances, Caulfield Cup down to 85

Fifty-seven horses remain in contention for a start in the $6 million Cox Plate after first acceptances, with a showdown between two Yulong stars still a possibility.

Vale Flight Stakes, Epsom Handicap winner Secret Admirer

Group 1-winning mare Secret Admirer has died while foaling a filly by Darley sire Native Trail.

Racetrack heroes to strut their stuff on equestrian stage

Melbourne Cup winner Twilight Payment and popular Group 1 racehorses Hartnell and Santa Ana Lane will be among the thoroughbred stars competing in the inaugural Off The Track Carnival.
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