Arapaho gives King’s carnival a kick-along

Twelve months ago Arapaho was getting beaten in Country Cups, now he is a Group 1 winner and Sydney Cup-bound following a tough Tancred Stakes performance. Trainer Bjorn Baker has been amazed by the six-year-old’s journey, not only his rise through the grades but his...

Bandersnatch earns Doncaster Mile start

Team Hawkes last won a Doncaster Mile with Brutal four years ago and Michael Hawkes reckon they have a shot at repeating the dose with sprinter-miler Bandersnatch. The under-rated gelding secured his spot in next weekend’s elite field with victory in the Doncaster...

Kiwi filly proves her Prowess in the Vinery

An emotional Roger James has declared Prowess the best horse he has trained after the star New Zealand filly’s explosive win in the Group 1 Vinery Stud Stakes at Rosehill. But he won’t be tempted into keeping her in Sydney for the ATC Australian Oaks (2400m),...

Goldman earns golden Melbourne Cup ticket

Untapped former New Zealand galloper Goldman has earned himself a start in the Melbourne Cup with an all-the-way win at Flemington. Success in the Listed Roy Higgins (2600m) on Saturday has provided the Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott-trained galloper with a ballot...

26/3/2023 Horse Racing Tips and Best Bets – Tauherenikau

NZ racing this Sunday heads to Tauherenikau. The weather is fine, the track is heavy (8) and the rail is in the true position for the entire circuit. Race One: 2 Good Work Men Race Two: 2 Saint Oliver Race Three: 4 Pegau Race Four: 6 Pitkin County Race Five:…...