Benner's Karaka Millions call on De Armas

Comeback trainer Johnno Benner could have the horse to put him back on the big stage after the debut win of two-year-old filly De Armas at Otaki on Friday.

Long-term in mind for Slipper winner Marhoona

Trainer Michael Freedman is deliberately giving reigning Golden Slipper-winning filly Marhoona a light spring campaign with her longevity on the racetrack front of mind.

NZTR steps in with RACE CEO to depart

New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing Chief Operating Officer Darin Balcombe has stepped in to help run RACE Inc. after the departure of the club’s Chief Executive Officer Tim Savell.

Zhang leading the charge for $2 million raceday in mainland China

Mainland China’s richest raceday is likely to get a massive prize money boost to 10 million yuan, or over A$2 million, thanks to Yulong’s Zhang Yuesheng.

MRC boosts revenue to record levels but strategy change puts it in the red

The Melbourne Racing Club remains confident in its long-term prosperity, despite the significant strategic changes under the leadership of chairman John Kanga playing a major role in the club’s near $15 million deficit for the 2024/25 financial year.

Kiwis Rutherford and Ritchie enjoying the ride with Autumn Boy on way to potential spring Group 1

The breeder and owner of Golden Rose contender Autumn Boy will both be at Rosehill on Saturday hoping to witness The Autumn Sun colt breakthrough at Group 1 level.

Three BRC directors to face re-election as club reports boost in profit

As the Brisbane Racing Club continues to derive upside from its property investments and challenges in its racing business, three of the club’s board members are up for re-election.
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