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Sire Analysis Part 2: Don’t judge them too soon
A frank conversation about broodmare aftercare
As the breeding season draws to a close, some mares will have visited the covering shed for the last time. But what do you do with a broodmare when she finishes breeding?
December 13th 2024
Families on the rise: Magic Millions catalogue upgrades
With less than a month until the Magic Millions Gold Coast Yearling Sale of 2025, TTR looked at some of the yearlings who have enjoyed a pedigree update over the spring.
December 13th 2024
Ole Kirk's promising start continues as O'Ole wins Magic Millions Wyong 2YO Classic
It was a day out for the fillies at Wyong as they registered a trifecta in the R. Listed Magic Millions Wyong 2YO Classic, led home by O’Ole (Ole Kirk). Meanwhile, Bauhinia (Hellbent) stole the spotlight in the Magic Millions Wyong 3YO & 4YO S., breaking the track record.
December 12th 2024
Top college vows to get stronger after scrapping Equine Business course
Marcus Oldham College's Equine Business Management course graduate list includes trainers Henry Dwyer and Cliff Brown, as well as bloodstock managers Brett Gilding (Inglis) and Will Bourne (Ciaron Maher Racing). So, its decision to discontinue this program after 45 years was certainly not an easy one. But with a proud history, the college still has a lot to look forward to, as The Thoroughbred Report investigates.
December 12th 2024
Dogs Gone: New Zealand bans greyhound racing from 2026
New Zealand has announced a ban on greyhound racing, effective July 2026, raising concerns for the thoroughbred racing community. The decision could set a precedent for future challenges to thoroughbred racing. We spoke to veterinarian and breeder Dr Donald Arthur, who shared his worries about the potential impact on the industry.
December 12th 2024
Fabulous foals: the crop of 2024
Exceptional pedigrees and striking types stand out among the top foals of 2024. We caught up with breeders and stud staff to hear their top picks from this year's exciting arrivals.
December 11th 2024
Sectionally Speaking: Stakes glory on the horizon for Miss Roumbini and Private Harry
Group 1 racing is done for 2024 with punters focusing on 2-year-old racing as the Magic Millions carnival looms. We’re also looking for a 3-year-old that’s bursting onto the scene to claim some lower hanging fruit post carnival but might be carnival standard. So, here’s what I’ve found over the past week searching well beyond the usual Saturday metro meetings in Sydney and Melbourne.
December 11th 2024
The work that goes on to keep The Pinnacles at the top of Aussie racing
Perth Racing CEO James Oldring may not have the top-tier facilities of Flemington or the massive prizemoney of Randwick’s The Everest, but his unwavering commitment to ensuring everyone involved in The Pinnacles Carnival – from spectators to stable staff to racetrack officials – is well looked after has played a major role in the carnival’s success.
December 11th 2024
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