Super Racing
Gallic Chieftan stakes claim for Melbourne Cup campaign
TAB BIG BETS: THERE was talk of the first Tuesday in November after Gallic Chieftain scored a tough win in the Listed Winter Cup at Rosehill.
Industry mourns loss of veteran jockey Roger Booth after riding in race at Darwin
VETERAN Victorian jockey Roger Booth has died of an apparent heart attack after riding in a race at Darwin’s Fannie Bay racecourse.
Calendar rethink Williams wants more staying races
ALMANDIN will return in the Makybe Diva Stakes, but his owner Lloyd Williams believes there is a dearth of staying races for quality stayers.
Wednesday races Raceday focus: Sandown Lakeside
BEST BETS: BEAU Mertens will be out to take advantage of Craig Williams’ suspension in the battle for the Melbourne Jockey’s Premiership at Sandown Lakeside.
Jockeys’ premiership Beau can build on title lead
WITH Craig Williams on the sidelines for the next two city meetings, Beau Mertens will be out to build a bigger lead in the Melbourne jockeys’ premiership at Sandown.
Spring carnival Gai’s English gets seal of approval
GAI Waterhouse returned from a midyear European holiday to some welcome news — her outstanding mare English has secured a start in the $10 million The Everest.
Wednesday races Preview: Caretaker eyes tidy finish
BEST BETS: DARREN Beadman is poised to end his successful tenure as interim trainer for Godolphin on a winning note at Canterbury Park on Wednesday.
Chicago visit Smart treble to Shinn at Arlington
SYDNEY jockey Blake Shinn has ridden a treble at Arlington Park to take his tally to six during his American sojourn.
Eagle Farm Trainers ditch swamp for swanky new digs
THE Brisbane Racing Club is set to officially open its new $37m infield and stable development at the end of this month, with trainers having made the full-time move in recent weeks.
Emotional win Spur salute a fitting tribute
SPUR LE JOUER’s brilliant win in the Winter Provincial Sprinters Final on Saturday had extra significance for part-owner Paul Eigi after a sad week for his family.
Expert opinion Monday Mail: Sunshine Coast review
THE Courier-Mail racing editor Nathan Exelby dissects the winners and losers from the weekend.
SA Racing Racing.com names its South Australian stable
ONE of the state’s most experienced sports broadcasters will lead expanded coverage of South Australian racing from August 1.
Morphettville Rich result makes a Jolly perfect day
THE UBET Plate delivered an absolute perfect result for leading Morphettville trainer Richard Jolly.
SA Racing Stokes hopes fresh is best for star filly
PHILLIP Stokes is cautiously optimistic about his prospects in today’s Medallion Homes Plates at Morphettville.
Scales Of Justice Perth trainer wants crack at Winx
IF Perth star Scales Of Justice can win over 2000m at his next start, his trainer Lindsey Smith is happy to target this year’s Cox Plate and take on Winx.
Betting blunder Punter blows $99,000 in single bet
THE highs and lows of the punt were never more apparent than on Saturday when one punter lost $99,000 in a single wager, while another pocketed $105,000 in the space of 15 minutes.
Adelaide carnival Good signs for Perth sprinter
SIMON Miller says his classy sprinter First Among Equals is ready to fly in Saturday’s $1 million Darley Goodwood at Morphettville.
