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Can Lady Of The Light shine at Alexandra Park after a tough spring?
Jeremy Young hopes Lady Of The Light shines at Alexandra Park.
Crocetti leads stacked field as Counties Bowl heats up
Warren Kennedy backs Crocetti, the $2.60 favourite, for a strong return at Pukekohe.
Waikato racing on brink of historic change
The racing industry in Waikato looks to centralise operations.
The time is right for Karaka sale
Ka Ring Rising wasn’t a graduate of New Zealand Bloodstock’s Ready To Run sale.
Victorian star to headline great Aussie jockey invasion
Australian-based jockeys have had a huge year in New Zealand.
Jockey's insight: Alabama Lass' key to Guineas success
'I think she has the speed to get across them early so that will help.'
Ben Hope ready for showdown with Just Believe in Free-For-All
Ben Hope confident Muscle Mountain can challenge Just Believe in today's Free-For-All.
Catch A Wave returns to form: Can he unsettle the favourites tonight?
Catch A Wave's driver aims for calm in Free-For-All; early speed could disrupt favourites.
Captured By Love needs luck to challenge Alabama Lass in Guineas
Walker seeks luck for Captured By Love in NZ 1000 Guineas, eyes rain-free Riccarton.
All eyes on Keayang Zahara in $500k Ascent debut at Addington
Jason Lee: 'She loves to look around' - Keayang Zahara ready for Addington debut.
Swayzee defends New Zealand Trotting Cup title at Addington, surprises trainer
'He had that feel about him – I didn’t want to miss this opportunity.'
Just Believe claims Dominion for Tasman domination
Sweet rush for driver Greg Sugars at Addington.
Racing: Bet N Win has belief to strike from behind
Bob Butt: 'We are probably going to have to come from behind.'
Racing: Kiwi racers must make their point to break Swayzee
Can the locals maintain a proud home record against the Aussie bully?
Racing: Merlin and Akuta and spellbinding dash for Cup Week glory
Cam Hart: 'Merlin looks the one to beat.'
Jockey Craig Grylls chasing best shot at NZ premiership
Grylls may have become racing’s $5 million man but now he wants more.
Savaglee set to win 2000 Guineas at Riccarton
'The good colts can bounce out of hard races or the travel and he has done that.'
Merlin's trainers stay focused amid NZ Cup chaos
Swayzee enters NZ Cup late, flying with Leap To Fame, while Phelan eyes Merlin's chances.
Racing: Addington takes the lead in Cup Week riches
One event will contain the winners of every pacing race that matters; a betting bonanza.
Outsider Knight’s Choice stuns, wins Melbourne Cup in thrilling finish
Knight's Choice was paying $63.50 on the tote to win the Cup.
Sharp N Smart leading Kiwi Cup charge
Two years ago New Zealand jockey Mick Dee cost Sharp N Smart the biggest win of his career
Overseas raiders likely to steal away Melbourne Cup
The race that used to stop a nation (or two) now brings four or five nations together.
Cooksley hoping for Melbourne Cup he was denied
Grant Cooksley is going back to Flemington to try and win the Melbourne Cup he was denied.
Atishu goes one better in Empire Rose
A year after flying home for second behind Pride Of Jenni, Atishu returned to Flemington.
Bellatrix Star seeks upset in Coolmore, takes on Aussie colts
The domination of mares in major Australian races has become more prominent.
Horse racing: Paramount Kiwi set for The Ascent, races tonight at Alexandra Park
Pantani, trained by David Butcher, is off a 10m handicap and could be the one to beat.
Horse racing: Orchestral gets blinkers for spring grand final at Flemington
Roger James confident as Orchestral aims for Empire Rose Stakes win at Derby Day.
Three Kiwi entries set for Melbourne Cup
New Zealand is guaranteed to have three representatives in next Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup.
Cold Chisel passes early X-ray tests after leg injury fears
Trainer: 'At the moment we have no idea what has happened.'
Merlin triumphs but Cold Chisel faces injury concern
Cold Chisel injured after race as Merlin moves closer to New Zealand Cup glory.
Jockeys halt Sarten Memorial as two horses slip on Te Rapa track
Abandonment marks another setback for racing, but top fillies may clash at 1000 Guineas.
Captured By Love aims for victory in $150,000 Sarten Memorial at Te Rapa
Co-trainer Bergerson confident after training adjustments for Captured By Love's start.
New Zealand's best pacer Merlin aims for victory ahead of $1m Cup
Merlin faces Don't Stop Dreaming in the $60,000 Flying Stakes; both are strong contenders.
Waller compares Via Sistina to legendary Winx after Cox Plate victory
The former Irish mare destroyed her opponents in the A$5,000,000 Cox Plate at The Valley.
Alabama Lass wins Group 2 stakes but faces uncertainty ahead of NZ 1000 Guineas
Ken Kelso-trained filly stuns competitors with wide run.
Alabama Lass on track to follow in path of Bounding
Ken Kelso: 'They are actually following the exact same programme.'
Cox Plate 2023: Via Sistina's dramatic trackwork incident sparks race day intrigue
Trainer: 'I couldn’t fault her. In all honesty it would be an injustice not to run her.'
Racing: Cambridge trainer planning for late dash
Stephen Marsh: 'I can see my fillies sitting just in behind them and charging late.'
Kango returns as Arna Donnelly's stable gears up for a big night
Jolimont, with strong form, is Donnelly's best hope for victory at Alexandra Park tonight.
Leap To Fame launches into NZ Cup favouritism
If you love seeing the best horses, then this is good news.
Ceolwulf storms to victory at A$5m King Charles
The wild rollercoaster ride of elite level racing was perfectly summed up by one horse.
Kiwi challenge proves luckless in Everest
The Kiwi challenge proved both luckless and listless in the A$20 million Everest.
Kiwi horses backed to win world's richest race
I Wish I Win and Joliestar are the New Zealand-owned favourites.
Positivity scratched from A$5m Caulfield Cup after lameness concerns
The trainer cites lameness and unsuitable track conditions in Positivity's scratching.
Battle of the Giants: NZ studs Waikato and Cambridge face world racing elite
Australia’s richest race has become New Zealand racing’s Battle of the Giants.
Tony Pike eyes big day at Ellerslie with four strong contenders
Pike is aiming for spring success at Ellerslie with Val Di Zoldo in the R75 1600m.
Racing: Moody has happy vision for Everest heights
Trainer: 'I think it is a very even field and it could be a messy race.'
I Wish I Win aims for Everest glory at second time of asking
“It is definitely easier the second time around,” says Mark Chittick.
Joliestar draws ideal barrier 4 as Everest contenders take shape
Two New Zealand horses have drawn barriers linked to past Everest victories since 2017.
Mick on Monday: Bellatrix Star shines as Kiwi fillies target Coolmore and Empire Rose
Bellatrix Star shines at Caulfield, now aiming for the Coolmore Stud Stakes at Flemington.
Snazzytavi's stunning win at Te Rapa cements her Group 1 potential
Snazzytavi benefited from a great ride on Saturday.
Superstar mare Orchestral at long odds in Australia
NZ Derby winner in a different situation to the last time she crossed the ditch.
Campionessa takes concerns into Livamol Classic
Trainer Mark Walker admits favourite Campionessa’s preparation has been less than ideal.
Warren Kennedy optimistic about Te Rapa despite Snazzytavi’s draw
Drawn well, Snazzytavi would have been one of the horses to beat.
Ryan Elliot retains ride on One Bold Cat for $550,000 Te Rapa showdown
Pairing for Livamol Classic target back-to-back Group 1 wins.
Trainer confident as I Wish I Win prepares for world's richest turf race
'All we need now is a decent draw,' says Peter Moody as he eyes victory at Randwick.
James McDonald to reunite with Orchestral for Toorak Handicap
'She had had a tricky spring, she was very delicate for much of it,' says Roger James.
'I doubt she will race again': Mustang Valley goes out a winner
One of New Zealand’s elite racemares has gone out a winner.
Mustang Valley saved for heavy track as dominoes fall in Hawke's Bay
Sometimes the dominoes just don’t fall your way.
Cold Chisel benefits from three years of growth
Cold Chisel is a horse with good chances and potential.
One Bold Cat shows claws to overhaul Skew Wiff at Matamata
Late dash seals victory in Group 1 race with the upcoming Livamol the next goal.
Arrowfield Stud Plate move to Matamata suits favourite says trainer
“The race being here has to help her,” says Mark Walker.
The big losers out of Arrowfield Stud Plate reshuffle
The Arrowfield Stud Plate looks the same but in reality could be very different.
Mick on Monday: Meeting cancellations no longer feel unusual
OPINION: It is annoying and frustrating, and everybody knows it isn't good enough.
El Vencedor gets chance to lead with natural speed
Trainer Stephen Marsh: 'We are stoked with the draw and will be going forward on him.'
Racing: Beach Ball set to bounce ahead of Australian visitors
Ricky May: 'The start will be crucial.'
Trainer pays late entry fee to get Faraglioni into Arrowfield Stud Plate
'I just told them we would pay it and will worry about how much it is later.'
Trophy revealed for New Zealand's new richest race
The NZB Kiwi will see the winner net $3.55 million next March.
Unbeaten superstar filly Millwood Nike sold days after retirement
'It was a unanimous decision and we are thrilled she is going to Breckon Farms.'
Mick on Monday: NZ set for first Caulfield Cup rep in three years
Mick on Monday: There is just something about Andrew Forsman and the Caulfield Cup.
Auckland tracks to run back-to-back meetings
A washout on Friday night has made for a busy day in the Auckland racing scene today.
Phelan holds key to beating Merlin at Spring Cup
There is little doubt Merlin is the best horse in tonight’s race.
Group 1 colt Move to Strike sidelined for tie-forward operation
David Ellis: 'We think she can race well this weekend.'
Habana set to shine as Ellerslie reopens with star-studded 1400m clash
Trainer Lance Noble praises female rivals, saying, “They are wonderful horses” for Habana.
Ellerslie’s return could mean surprise appearance from superstar Orchestral
Ellerslie returns to racing this week for the first time since April.
Mick on Monday: Is West Coast our best-ever jumper?
Moment of vulnerability for wonder jumper West Coast had nothing to do with the fences.
Oulaghan chasing remarkable double-double
Mark Oulaghan has been gifted the last piece to the puzzle as he chases a remarkable feat.
Justaskme and Ladies Man feature in New Plymouth showdown
Trainer Allan Sharrock was smiling as he looked at dark clouds yesterday.