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‘Thrilled’: How relaxed regime led to Willydoit’s Derby triumph
Willydoit won the $1.25m NZ Derby at Ellerslie with a decisive performance.

Ellerslie takes on the Melbourne Cup with richest-ever local race day
NZ's richest-ever race day should have close races - and the industry faces rivals too.

How a star horse motivates jockey's return to racing success
Willydoit has been one of the finds of the 3-year-old crop this season.

Matamata outing perfect timing for NZB Kiwi hope
Stephen Marsh’s in-form stable will have an array of stakes contenders in action.

Star mare out as Richardson eyes juvenile debuts at Te Aroha
Snazzytavi missed the Herbie Dyke Stakes due to a virus.

‘This is a homecoming’: NZ Thoroughbred Racing appoint new CEO
Executive to step into role three days before the richest race meeting in NZ history.

'More aggressive': Trainer's plan to unlock Hinekaha's full potential
It is time for Hinekaha to add a new weapon to her arsenal.

Hong Kong Jockey Club pays $625k for Savabeel colt at Karaka
The colt, from Trelawney Stud, will be trained in Australia before heading to Hong Kong.

Jockey Craig Williams aids Ukraine with $3m fundraising
The Australian jockey's wife hails from the European nation.

Weatherley pair evenly matched in Cup contest
Darryn Weatherley is unable to split his talented stayers Ess Vee Are and Arby.

Savaglee brilliant in Levin Classic
Savaglee destroyed a small but handy field at Trentham on Saturday

Mick on Monday: Why a $7500 decision could change the Thorndon Mile
Dixon confirms Marotiri Molly for Thorndon Mile, boosting betting interest.

Mick on Monday: Aussie busy at Ellerslie from Boxing Day
Blake Shinn looks set to have a huge impact on Ellerslie’s glamour meetings.

Marotiri Molly delivers career highlight for Dixon
It was Matt Dixon's biggest win as a solo trainer.

Penfolds Victoria Derby Day 2024
Keeper of the Lexus Melbourne Cup, Joe McGrath speaks about the history of the event and what draws the crowd to the Melbourne Cup Carnival every year. Video / Alyse Wright

Mick on Monday: Why Damask Rose is a key contender for NZ's richest races
Damask Rose added some much-needed clarity to markets for NZ's two richest races.

Snazzytavi storms to victory in Te Rapa feature
Snazzytavi more than justified the torrent of support she received

Mick on Monday: The reality of Opie Bosson's triumphant return
We could have our best jockey back for the summer, as Bosson chases a career milestone.

Auckland Trotting Club keeps $10m buyer deposit after $100m Pukekohe sale fails
Jamie Mackinnon: 'It's nice to have but it would have been nicer to have the deal done.'

James McDonald leads Kiwi charge in Hong Kong
Everywhere you look tonight there will be Kiwis in the thick of it.