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Saturday summary: Stradbroke proves alluring for Skyhook after Hawkesbury Guineas win
Juvenile summary: The Next Episode and Zafar deliver juvenile stakes double for Snitzel
Snitzel remains on track for a fifth Champion Sire title after producing a trans-Tasman juvenile stakes double on Saturday with The Next Episode and Zafar. At Bendigo, Tycoon Star's half-brother Marffiano kicked off his career on a high with victory in the $250,000 VOBIS Gold Rush.
May 3rd 2026
International News: Always A Runner nabs first primetime Kentucky Oaks
The first GI Kentucky Oaks run under lights during primetime was won by Gunrunner filly Always A Runner, a close cousin to Lady Of Camelot, while the GI La Troienne Stakes yielded another top flight winner for Into Mischief with the Flying Dutchmen's Shred The Gnar.
May 3rd 2026
Saturday Preview: Waiting Game with Derby favourite Accidental Bid
A big Saturday of racing brings together emerging and proven talent all across Australia, both young and old, with the G1 South Australian Derby at Morphettville the standout.
May 2nd 2026
New beginnings for The Stallion Nomination Centre under Henning
Jane Henning has taken ownership of The Stallion Nomination Centre, ushering in a new era with a digital refresh and renewed vision, while building on the strong foundations established by well-respected long-time industry figure Brett Howard.
May 2nd 2026
Sumbe elevates global vision with Will Johnson appointment
Sumbe and Nurlan Bizakov have strengthened their Southern Hemisphere ambitions with the appointment of Will Johnson as the Southern Hemisphere Bloodstock and Racing Manager, following a sequence of stallion, sales, and investment moves signalling deeper Australasian intent.
May 2nd 2026
Ole Kirk receives bump to $110,000 as Vinery release 2026 fees
A nine-strong roster will stand at Vinery Stud this season, with Champion First Season Sire and Group 1 producer Ole Kirk leading the way at a new fee of $110,000 (inc GST). A Group 1-winning son of Too Darn Hot, Tropicus will debut at $27,500 (inc GST) while the stud eagerly anticipates Hawaii Five Oh's first foals going through the ring.
May 1st 2026
Dwyer goes global as Asfoora success opens door to Newmarket base
Henry Dwyer’s European experiment began with Asfoora. After two seasons, three elite sprint wins and a European Champion Sprinter title, it has now evolved into a Newmarket satellite stable designed to test and develop selected European purchases before they head to Australia.
May 1st 2026
Atlantic Emerald makes $410,000 splash at inaugural Inglis Digital Australian Broodmare Sale Session
Atlantic Emerald, the only daughter of Champion 3YO Filly Atlantic Jewel, topped the inaugural digital session of Inglis's new format for the Australian Broodmare Sale on Thursday. Selling for $410,000, the mare was one of five mares in foal to sell for $100,000 or more, while a share in Champion Sire Zoustar sold for $850,000.
May 1st 2026
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