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Betr calls EGM as share buyback looms
Publicly listed corporate bookmaker Betr has called an extraordinary general meeting for next month as it seeks approval from shareholders for a buy back of shares as part of its offer for PointsBet.
200 up for I Am Invincible - well-bred filly delivers for Yarraman’s champion sire
I Am Invincible might be dethroned by Zoustar for the Australian sires’ premiership this season, but the three-time champion is leading on another metric with Kerber becoming his 200th individual winner at Canterbury.
NSW Trainers Association in clear over charity lunch complaint
NSW Fair Trading has finalised an investigation into a racing industry-backed fundraiser, saying it "found no evidence to support the allegation of misappropriation of funds”.
Racing reliance cited as a weakness in fight for PointsBet
An overreliance on racing customers is being portrayed as a major weakness in the latest missive fired by PointsBet’s board towards potential suitor betr.
Jimmy ready to hit The Everest
Ciaron Maher has again partnered up with TAB ahead of The Everest, with Jimmysstar to run in the wagering giant’s slot.
Beadman crosses to Waller as premier Sydney trainer takes on Flemington’s Carbine Lodge
The dominos are starting to fall for key staff at Godolphin with the imminent closure of its private training stables, with Darren Beadman to join premier Sydney trainer Chris Waller from August 1.
Rosehill redevelopment on new ATC chairman’s agenda
The development of land surrounding Rosehill racecourse remains a priority for the regime at the Australian Turf Club, with new chairman Tim Hale pinpointing it as one of the key issues.