Michael Freedman has faith in Manaal

Michael Freedman has heard the talk about the two-year-old colts being better than the fillies ahead of this Saturday’s Golden Slipper, but he is not letting it affect his belief in Manaal. The daughter of Tassort will take on the likes of Storm Boy, Switzerland and...

Storm Boy heads early Golden Slipper odds

Storm Boy is a dominant Ladbrokes.com.au all in favourite for the Golden Slipper (1200m) this Saturday at Rosehill. The GaiBott stable have a very strong hand in the race, headlined by this star unbeaten colt, and with Ryan Moore aboard, he holds the call at $2.30,...

Early odds suggest Rosehill Guineas is wide open

Ladbrokes.com.au has equal favourites in their all in market for the Rosehill Guineas (2000m) this Saturday at Rosehill. Militarize was a narrow second in the Randwick Guineas two weeks ago and looks suited up to 2000m. He sits at $4.50 alongside Tom Kitten, who was...

William Reid Stakes Likely Field & Horses – 2024

Moonee Valley readies for a dynamic Saturday featuring the Group 1 William Reid Stakes alongside the G2 Alister Clark Stakes, Sunline Stakes, and Alexandra Stakes. Possible contenders for the William Reid include Cylinder, Imperatriz, and The Astrologist, with Queman...

Bella Nipotina set to renew rivalry with Imperatriz

Star mare Bella Nipotina is set to renew her rivalry with Imperatriz in Saturday’s Group 1 William Reid Stakes (1200m) at Moonee Valley. Last year, Imperatriz made a splash in the same race, starting a winning streak that included six victories. Bella Nipotina’s...

Eneeza in line for Golden Slipper opportunity

A minor setback faced by Victorian filly Eneeza last week could lead to an unexpected opportunity at the Golden Slipper on Saturday. Co-trainer Katherine Coleman explained that their original plan to target the Group 2 Magic Night Stakes had to be abandoned due to the...

Hey Fat Cat’s connections contemplate Hong Kong offers

Robbie Laing, trainer of Hey Fat Cat, hinted at the possibility of the talented three-year-old heading to Hong Kong amidst considerable interest from the Asian racing jurisdiction. Laing revealed that enticing offers have been made for the gelding, reflecting his...

Golden Slipper Likely Field – 2024

The biggest two-year-old race of the year will jump this Saturday in arguably one of the best fields in recent years headlined by two unbeaten colts. Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott boast an impressive lineup with four of the top five contenders in the Golden Slipper...

Weather watch on Maher mares

The weather could determine where two of Ciaron Maher’s star sprinting mares line up. Bella Nipotina and I Am Me have been entered for the Group 1 William Reid Stakes (1200m) at Moonee Valley on Saturday along with the Group 1 The Galaxy (1100m) at Rosehill. I Am Me...

Neasham hoping for a Galaxy full of Sunshine

Having forfeited an Everest berth due to injury, Sunshine In Paris will be looking to make up for lost time when she kicks off her latest campaign in the Group 1 The Galaxy. The mare secured the slot held by Aquis following her stunning first-up win in the Sheraco...