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MIXI's Pointsbet play gets Canadian nod
MIXI’s intended takeover of Australian bookmaker PointsBet has cleared another regulatory hurdle, with Canadian authorities offering no objection to the $400 million acquisition by the Japanese company.
Pro punters ‘kneecapped’ but owners and breeders boosted by Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill
Professional punters in the United States are tipping the end of their profession with a major change in tax obligations.
‘A daisy-eating, scenery-loving, sleepy-eyed and slightly pot-bellied hussy’ – The legend of unbeaten Kincsem lives on in Hungary
The Hall of Fame Legend elevation of Black Caviar and Winx may have created some debate, but in Hungary, there remains no doubts as to who was the greatest of them all, and as Matt Stewart reports from Budapest, the legend of Kincsem remains strong, 138 years after her death.
No turning back - McColm has new mountains to climb
After three decades training out of the NSW Northern Rivers, David McColm will launch a new phase of his career when stable star Far Too Easy contests the Glasshouse Handicap at the Sunshine Coast.
Gooree say Yes Yes Yes to Everest winner
The Everest-winning sprinter Yes Yes Yes has found a new home at stud, with the son of Rubick to relocate to Gooree Park.
‘You’ve got to think of the upside’ - Longevity a testament to Teo’s international investment
In a rare insight into the inner workings of China Horse Club, vice president Eden Harrington spoke with Tim Rowe about founder Teo Ah Khing’s achievements and vision for the international thoroughbred breeding and racing empire.
ACMA’s offshore headache – As Australian wagering declines, the grey market continues to boom
The Australian federal government is well aware of the threat posed by unregulated overseas gambling operators, but as Bren O’Brien discusses, the federal body charged with policing the issue remains largely powerless to stop the flow of money.
