Rowe On Monday - Derby winner's sales dilemma, is sex bias a myth and sons of a star in demand
In this week’s Rowe On Monday, Tim explores how a near miss led Simon Delzoppo to breed a SA Derby winner, questions if sex bias in a stallion’s progeny is a real factor or just perception and looks at the flow of Zoustar’s sons headed to stud.
Racing renaissance? – Record turnover, surge in viewership for Kentucky Derby
Record growth in wagering and viewership for Saturday’s Kentucky Derby point to a resurgence in the interest in horse racing in the United States.
Starlust a 'game-changer' as Riverstone launches into stallion game
Riverstone’s entry into the stallion market via Breeders’ Cup winner Starlust has been described by the Hunter Valley farm as a “game-changer” for the fledgling operation.
Straight Shorts - Friday May 2 - PointsBet seeks 'clarification' on betr offer, Bet365 sale speculation, Maher heads to Arqana breeze-ups and Spirit Of Boom fee announced
In today's Straight Shorts, we have the latest from PointsBet on betr's updated takeover offer, Bet365 linked to possible sale, Maher eyes French breeze-up auction and Spirit Of Boom stays at same fee for 2025.
Armidale backs Bodyguard to boost Tassie fortunes
Armidale Stud has turned to high-class juvenile Bodyguard to help rejuvenate Tasmania’s breeding and racing industry, with the son of I Am Invincible’s acquisition described as a coup for the state.
Sliding doors and Google Maps - an unlikely route to the South Australian Derby
A racing novice of less than a decade ago, Matt Sellick’s unconventional venture into thoroughbred syndication is getting serious with Statuario one of the favourites to win the South Australian Derby.
With a few regrets and no time for a holiday, James Cummings is ready to go his own way
Much has changed in the training landscape since James Cummings last ran a stable in his own right, but as he tells Matt Stewart, he is galloping into his next chapter with the same energy as the day he zipped up the Godolphin jacket for the first time.
