Racing Australia has put new black-type guidelines forward for vote by the country's principal racing authorities, but a peek inside reveals rushed planning, a lack of consultation, and a disregard for the future of racing.

'A complete bastardisation of the pattern': Racing Australia brings new black-type guidelines to vote

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In today’s Matings Mix, Olly Tait sits down to show who the mares of Twin Hills Stud will be patronising this breeding season. Up and coming residents Daumier and Peltzer will be well supported again, and first season sires dominate amongst the outside bookings.

Matings Mix: 'We take that opportunity very seriously'

Mating Mix Sunday night

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Six-time Group 1 winner Baaeed's first yearlings have arrived at the Northern Hemisphere sales this season and his €800,000 joint sale-topper at Arqana was one of several highlights of the sale's opening session, including a Sioux Nation filly pinhooked from €36,000 to €220,000.

Brilliant start for Baaeed at Arqana with €800k joint sale-topper on day one

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Stateside, the Grade 1 action on Saturday was all about the fillies, headed by turf star Nitrogen displaying her versatility by snatching up a maiden Grade 1 victory in the G1 Alabama Stakes on the dirt.

International News: Nitrogen strikes in Alabama Stakes, She Feels Pretty books Breeders' Cup return

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