A slightly larger-than-life bronze statue of the gelding Phar Lap is today to be shipped to Timaru, near the famous racehorse's birthplace.

Australian driver wants to apply the pressure in today's NZ Trotting Cup.

Holmes will use horror draw to best advantage behind talented speedster.

The latest news and information about this afternoon's Melbourne Cup - racing's biggest day down under.

Aussie horse trainer Bart Cummings has a dozen Melbourne Cup wins to his credit.