January 2023

John O’Shea is keeping an open mind on autumn carnival plans for Benaud, whose opening campaign runs will be pivotal in determining which races he targets. The talented four-year-old had his foot on the till in the spring, finishing just behind the placegetters in the Winx and Chelmsford Stakes and runner-up

John O’Shea is keeping an open mind on autumn carnival plans for Benaud, whose opening campaign runs will be pivotal in determining which races he targets. The talented four-year-old had his foot on the till in the spring, finishing just behind the placegetters in the Winx and Chelmsford Stakes and runner-up

Sydney trainer Mark Newnham is looking to make a statement early in Melbourne’s Festival Of Racing with a couple of former Hong Kong gallopers. One is already well known in Melbourne, having won during the Melbourne Cup Carnival at Flemington while the other is Melbourne bound following a recent trial win. Joyful Fortune is heading

Manderboss is favourite with Ladbrokes.com.au for the Bega Cup (1600m) this afternoon at the Sapphire Coast. The Joseph/Jones team dominated day one of the Carnival on Saturday and have a strong hand in the Cup this afternoon, headed by Manderboss, who is favourite at $2.90, in from $3.40. This’llbetheone is