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Gold Coast course proper in cotton wool before feature meeting
Gold Coast Turf Club officials are adopting a cautious approach to course proper racing ahead of a city-class meeting in September.
Melbourne Cup hero Knight’s Choice warms up for spring
Knight’s Choice is on the cusp of a return to racing after leaving co-trainer Sheila Laxon in shock following a barrier trial win.
‘Textbook example of government overreach’ – Bowlers banned in New Jersey
Proxy betting, or betting on someone else's behalf, has been made illegal in New Jersey after the passage of a key pieces of legislation was signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy.
Course proper trials for Group stars in doubt at Randwick
An early morning track inspection will decide the fate of three Randwick barrier trials scheduled for the course proper on Tuesday, featuring Golden Slipper winner Marhoona and a host of other potential spring stars.
Playing God 3YO on Guineas path after authoritative win
Perth trainer Dan Morton has a WA Guineas goal in mind for his progressive three-year-old My Authoritah who made it back-to-back wins to start the new season.
Positive ‘signs’ for Rosehill
Rosehill may have not netted the Australian Turf Club the $5 billion it had hoped from a potential sale and may not be deemed suitable to host the Golden Eagle, but the western Sydney racecourse has proven valuable as advertising space.
Waller noms seven in search of ninth Winx
Chris Waller has nominated seven of his stars for Saturday’s G1 Winx Stakes, including defending champion Via Sistina.