Wet no concern for Via Sistina in Champions Stakes

Dual Cox Plate winner Via Sistina has an impeccable record since joining the Chris Waller stable at the end of 2023. In 15 starts, Via Sistina has registered 10 wins – all at Group 1 level – with four placings. The one blemish came in last year’s Makybe Diva Stakes...

Queensland stallion Top Ranked dies

Raheen Stud has announced the sad passing of promising young stallion Top Ranked (IRE), who was euthanised on Thursday following a short illness. The Group 1 Epsom Handicap winner had made an immediate impact at stud, covering more than 200 mares across his first two...

Ceolwulf breaks new ground at Flemington

There is never a soft Group 1 option during Melbourne Cup week, but Sydney trainer Joe Pride is hoping he has picked that softer option on the final day of the carnival at Flemington. Pride had the option of remaining at 1600m with Ceolwulf in the Champions Mile or...