Dr Simone McColgan opens race day experience to Roseworthy veterinary students

The retirement of Kyprios – undoubtedly one of the great long-distance racehorses of modern times – has altered the dynamics of the European staying division – and there must be a live chance that it will allow William Buick’s mount Trawlerman to land Thursday’s (19 June) G1 Ascot Gold Cup (3991m).

Illinois will take on seven rivals as he bids to follow in the illustrious footsteps of his recently retired stablemate and claim Ascot Gold Cup glory at the Royal meeting on Thursday.

Top Brisbane trainer and Aussie syndicators strengthen Royal Ascot connection

Leading Hawkesbury trainer Brad Widdup hopes to 'hook' a winner or two at home on Tuesday to edge him toward a local premiership victory.

Leading Hawkesbury trainer Brad Widdup hopes to “hook” a winner or two at home tomorrow to edge him toward a local premiership victory.

Champion jockey to feature across the first three days at Royal Ascot.

Field Of Gold will take on fellow Guineas winners Ruling Court and Henri Matisse as a stellar field of seven was declared for the St James’s Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot.

Carl Spackler and Satono Reve headlined the action on Newmarket’s July Course this morning as contenders put the finishing touches on their preparations for Royal Ascot.

Former jockey Herbie Rauhihi, who was revered by many young hoops in the Central Districts, has passed away, aged 86.

The Lion In Winter will break from stall 19 of 19.

Desert Flower will face eight rivals as she attempts to stretch her unbeaten record to six in the Epsom Oaks on Friday.