From breeze-up sales in her native Ireland, to preparing yearlings in Kentucky and timing gallops at Warwick Farm, it has been an international journey for Megan O'Leary. The Sydney assistant trainer to the Neasham and Archibald team spoke to us about flying starts, industry advocates, and reuniting with old friends on the other side of the globe.
February 15th 2025
Trainer Anthony Cummings has had his training licence revoked and been given an eviction notice from Leilani Stables, but the story is not as simple as it seems on face value. TTR spoke to Edward Cummings for clarification.
February 14th 2025
The median price at the Inglis Classic Yearling Sale has been almost the same for five years, however, TTR AusNZ's quadrant analysis shows a shift in the underlying figures towards the higher end of the market and a widening gap between the top priced lots and the lower end.
February 14th 2025
Once the home of legendary horseman Rick T. Worthington, Danric Lodge opened its doors again late last year under new management. We spoke to Operations Manager Louise Lyndsay and Spelling Manager Jake Roxburgh about launching the spelling and rehabilitation business, and honouring the Danric name.
February 14th 2025
McEvoy Mitchell Racing and Belmont Bloodstock were the big spenders at this year's Inglis Classic Yearling Sale, dishing out almost $2 million to take home nine yearlings. Calvin McEvoy and Damon Gabbedy spoke to The Thoroughbred Report about this year's selections, and the hopes for their juvenile runners Hiatus and Sunlit Serenade ahead of this weekend.
February 13th 2025
The Inglis Classic Yearling Sale has gained a reputation as a solid trade sale. In 2025, the buyers TTR spoke to all agreed that it was tough work competing for the most sought after lots, with plenty of competition for horses with clean x-rays and good scopes.
February 13th 2025
Two exciting winners in New Zealand are headed for black type, but fans will have to wait for the spring to see debutant juvenile winner Lodi Dodi again with her trainers putting her away to grow. Little Avondale Stud's She's All That will target some autumn black type after winning her maiden in style.
February 13th 2025
Tuesday brought the Classic Sale to a close with three days of busy trading. TTR AusNZ runs through five key points of interest from Day 3; from a happy Sebastian Hutch to vendors with 100% clearance rates.
February 12th 2025