Doug Gorrel gives update following horror crash

Some good news after the nasty road accident yesterday with the Doug Gorrel stable posting this update on social media: ‘DGR is thrilled to let everyone know that Sir Savaluca and Amen Brother have returned to the stables safe and sound. Both horses are battered and...

NSW jockey suspended for 22 months

Jockey Troy See has been handed a twenty-two-and-a-half month disqualification after Racing NSW Stewards concluded a hearing into See’s conduct at the Murwillumbah meeting on January 21. He also received a $500 fine. See faced three charges. This, from the relevant...

Star filly was in danger of missing her biggest race win

Sure, there was a blip and a hiccup when she got beaten for the first and only time to date in the Burgess Queen Stakes (1400m), but don’t discount the winner, Laced Up Heels, she is above average. Order was restored for Amelia’s Jewel when she bounced back to regain...

Darren Weir’s possible return still under a cloud

Former Champion trainer Darren Weir’s four-year disqualification period is nearly at an end … but any future return to participation within the industry on his part is still uncertain. The suspension officially ends at midnight on February 6, but Weir’s path beyond...

4/2/2023 Horse Racing Tips and Best Bets – New Plymouth

New Plymouth will play host to an eight event meeting on Saturday. The weather is fine, the track is soft (5) and the rail is in the true position for the entire circuit. Race One: 1 One Bold Cat Race Two: 1 Shamus Race Three: 1 Freeze Frame Race Four:… Read...