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Breakthrough for priciest North Pacific filly
The most expensive yearling from the first crop of Newgate’s North Pacific, Angel Ladder, broke her maiden at Geelong to give his sire his third winner on Friday.
Sportsbet backs Victorian breeders
Sportsbet has signed on as Thoroughbred Breeders Victoria's new wagering partner.
US TV pundit joins Keeneland
North America thoroughbred auction house and racetrack Keeneland has appointed a new director of communications.
Straight Talk Podcast - Will Freedman on the costs of training, plus changes at the ATC, the decline of 2YOs and racing's appeal to bookies
This week's edition of Straight Talk with Bren O'Brien and Tim Rowe, features an extensive interview with Will Freedman on the financial challenges of horse training and discussions of the ATC's new leadership as well as a host of other topics.
Romance Calling makes it lucky 13 for freshman Farnan
Golden Slipper winner Farnan has moved to equal top of the Australian first season sires’ premiership with Romance Calling scoring at Northam on Thursday.
Kirin Ichiban to flow at Flemington after Lion switch
Furphy’s seven-year reign as the official beer of the Victoria Racing Club has come to an end with beverage giant Lion confirming that Japanese beer Kirin Ichiban would be front and centre of its partnership with the VRC moving forward.
Cup journey back on for Mark Twain
Mark Twain is on a path to qualify for the Melbourne Cup a second time, with a first public appearance in 16 months at an exhibition gallop at Te Rapa on Saturday.