Cover image courtesy of Melissa Smith
1. Best value stallion in the country?
So You Think.
So You Think | Standing at Coolmore
2. Most exciting new stallion for 2025?
Vinnie's first Group 1-winning 2-year-old Move To Strike at Lovatsville. Value without compromise.
Move To Strike | Standing at Lovatsville
3. Breeding more, less, or the same as last year?
I am swimming against the tide - a lot more.
4. Best breeder in the country?
If the winning post counts - Neville Duncan, Greg Perry, Rob Crabtree and Harry Perks are at a different level to most.
Gallery: Mark Pilkington picks for best breeders
5. Best judge of a weanling/yearling?
The winning post.
6. Best pound-for-pound trainer?
Chris Waller’s sustained top level success is indisputable.
Chris Waller | Image courtesy of Georgia Young Photography
7. Most talented young person you’ve come across recently?
Seymour Parks General Manager Brian Byrnes.
Brian Byrnes | Image courtesy of Seymour Parks
8. Redistribute prize money across races, or happy as is?
Considered redistribution as recently displayed by Racing Victoria.
9. Tariff on imported horses - great idea or misguided protectionism?
Considered redistribution of prize money would ensure a level playing field for all participants and quash any call for protectionism.
10. Your best mate in the business?
The winning post, but given we’re estranged at the moment. My old mates John Kelly, Andy Makiv, Darren Thomas and Damon Gabbedy are being patient with me and taking my calls.
Gallery: Mark Pilkington picks for best mates in the business
