As we move closer to the start of the breeding season, The Thoroughbred Report has begun its 'Matings Mix' series and for today's feature we chatted with Seymour Bloodstock's Mark Pilkington about the plans for their ever-improving broodmare band.

Matings Mix: Seymour Bloodstock to support Royal Meeting with quality mares

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On Wednesday, the brilliant Espiona (Extreme Choice) will be presented for public auction via the Magic Millions online platform. With the countdown on and the next chapter in Espiona's career about to unfold, The Thoroughbred Report caught up with Denise Martin of Star Thoroughbreds, who co-purchased the mare and raced her in their famous purple and white stars.

'When you have horses of this quality, you're a bit like a parent': countdown on for Magic Millions Espiona Sale

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Scandals involving top equestrians have ignited fierce debates about animal welfare at the Olympics. As comparisons to horse racing's more controversial practices emerge, TTR AusNZ's Vicky Leonard discusses how all equestrian sports face mounting pressure to address these issues head-on, requiring strong leadership to ensure robust practices that can uphold public acceptance.

Op-Ed: The Olympic Games send smoke signals to horse racing

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Doomben took centre stage on Tuesday morning, hosting 15 heats. Victoria-based trainers Anthony and Sam Freedman are having a growing presence in Queensland and were represented by two promising rising 3-year-olds: Tropicus (Too Darn Hot {GB}) and Ameena (Tassort). Sam Freedman had hinted at possible Coolmore Stud S. aspirations for Tropicus, and the colt looked impressive in his heat. Ameena also went to the line strongly in her contest.

Trial Report: Too Darn Hot’s Tropicus back with a bang

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