Michelle Payne hands in riding license

Melbourne Cup winning jockey Michelle Payne has officially retired from riding, confirming she has relinquished her jockey license to Racing Victoria. Payne had a remarkable 23-year career, achieving 772 career victories. “I’ve handed in my license so that’s it for...

Hey Fat Cat arrives in Hong Kong to join Douglas Whyte

Hey Fat Cat has arrived in Hong Kong to continue his career under trainer Douglas Whyte. Previously trained by Robbie Laing, Hey Fat Cat was part of the latest shipment of Australian horses to Hong Kong, arriving on Monday night. Hey Fat Cat won two of his 10 starts...

Could Waller mare emerge as an Everest Star?

Untapped filly Joliestar has emerged as an Everest smoky with trainer Chris Waller revealing he is keen to give her an opportunity to audition for the $20 million feature. The Thousand Guineas winner was among a host of stars to step out at the Rosehill barrier trials...

Potential stallion gelded in hope to turn form around

Steparty, Paul Preusker’s standout galloper from last winter, has been gelded in preparation for a Spring Carnival comeback. The son of Artie Schiller won his first five races, including the Group 3 Caulfield Guineas Prelude, but struggled during the Queensland...