Technology keeps Walker in the loop

Modern technology has kept New Zealand-based trainer Mark Walker up to date with how star mare Imperatriz has been progressing, however there is nothing like seeing her in the flesh. Walker arrived in Melbourne on Sunday afternoon and headed straight to Cranbourne to...

Vorster’s optimism despite year-long sideline battle

It’s been a challenging journey for jockey Barend Vorster, who marks a year since his last ride at Morphettville’s meeting. Battling concussion and neck issues, Vorster reflects on what feels like an eternity since he last graced the saddle. “It feels like a...

The Map aiming for Melbourne Cup glory

Oopy MacGillivray and Dan Clarken’s The Map soared to victory in the JRA Plate at Morphettville, igniting dreams of Melbourne Cup glory after a missed opportunity last year. The mare’s upcoming races include the Lord Reims Stakes and Adelaide Cup, with hopes of...

Stewart’s Karrakatta Plate stocks soar

If Karrakatta Plate conversations are starting to be had, it would come as no surprise if a lot of the talk is centered around trainer Russell Stewart’s top two-year-olds. The Karrakatta Plate is just two months away, but in the space of seven days, Russell...