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I have 5 NZ racing books listed on facebook messenger for sale at S10 each. They can be collected in Christchurch, or sent by courier (postage extra) The books are: The Bill Skelton Story New Zealand Galloping Greats RJ -The Bob Skelton Story Glyn Tucker: Thoroughbreds Are My Life The Racing Scene in New Zealand Full details and photos are available

Hopefully successful deals. 🤞

Strong international fields take on some dominant local runners, including Romantic Warrior and Ka Ying Rising, in the Longines Hong International Races Dec. 8 at Sha Tin Racecourse.View the full article

For the first time since the spring of 2021, when he began serving what was ultimately more than a three-year suspension by track operator Churchill Downs Inc., Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert has a horse in competition at Churchill Downs.View the full article

Accumulating $158,000 by betting More Than Looks in the Breeders' Cup Mile (G1T), Steven Wells, a bar owner from Fordville, N.D., won a record-setting edition of the Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge.View the full article

Some of those lots were barely making the Stud fee. Attendance looked pretty poor too.

It is quite common for this type of sale to have a low clearance rate. The vendor has the option , in a relatively short time period, to take the horse to trials.  Just take a look at the results of the William Inglis R to R sale for this year. The Magic Millions were no much better.

I see Itaintnecessarilyso is lining up again on Friday night . I don't know what has happened to this horse , as it showed so much promise when it was with Ross Paynter . The runs apart from when he galloped have been so poor . I wonder what has gone wrong he was heading to the top in the North a year ago 

A field of talented 3-year-olds will ship to Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course Nov. 25 as they host their feature race: $300,000 Steel Valley Sprint Stakes.View the full article

The racing world is mourning the loss of Australian champion racehorse Elvstroem. The globetrotting superstar died at the age of 24 last week in France, where he had been standing at stud since 2016. View the full article

Magic Millions Announce Sale of New Zealand’s Iconic The Oaks Stud Media Release - Tuesday November 19 In a landmark opportunity for the equine and investment communities, Magic Millions, in partnership with Donovan + Co, proudly present the sale of The Oaks Stud, one of Australasia’s most revered thoroughbred breeding facilities. The prestigious estate and renowned stallion and breeding operation, spanning an expansive 500 acres, is primed to attract leading industry stakeholders, breeders, land developers and investors from across the globe.    The Oaks Stud is being offered for sale. Nestled just 2km from Leamington, Cambridge—an area famed for its premier stud farms—The Oaks epitomises the heritage of New Zealand’s equine industry.   With exceptionally built infrastructure complemented by comprehensive amenities, the estate's natural beauty is all encompassing, highlighted by the famous Oak tree-lined gated, bitumen driveway. These elements underscore the property’s enduring commitment to quality and excellence in equine operations.  Beyond its iconic stature, The Oaks Stud offers substantial potential for further development. The estate’s extensive 203.82 hectares, divided into six titles, provides a unique opportunity for subdivision, neighbouring Cambridge township. The Waikato region’s high demand for exclusive rural lifestyle properties positions The Oaks as an attractive prospect for those looking to capitalise on both equine and residential markets.  For decades, The Oaks has produced outstanding champions, with notable Group 1 winners such as the celebrated Seachange—a seven-time Group 1 victor—alongside other champions like Recite, Artistic, Risqué, Devise, Keepa Cruisin, and Catalyst. Horses bred and sold by The Oaks have continued to achieve globally, including celebrated Group 1 winners Shuka, Sakhee’s Soldier, and Zagalia.  “It's an absolute privilege to offer the iconic 'The Oaks Stud' on behalf of long-term owner and fellow Queenslander, Dick Karreman,” Donovan + Co Principal Clint Donovan said.   “Dick has enjoyed immense satisfaction and delight at the success of one of the world's great stud farms under his ownership, and now it's time to pass the baton on.”  “This is an incredibly unique scenario with options to purchase on a walk in walk out basis including stallions, mares and racing stock or any combination”  “The New Zealand breeding industry has an incredible history of producing some of the world's absolute best racehorses, The Oaks Stud stands shoulder to shoulder alongside the top producers of Group 1 winners in the country.”  “The Oaks' immediate proximity to the fastest growing regional community in New Zealand, the incredibly beautiful Cambridge township, highlights an undeniable truth that this is a land banking play for the future. Couple that with very favourable taxation laws, any individuals with a passion for racing and breeding and an urge to tenfold an investment should be interested in speaking with us further,” Donovan added.     MM Release

Starting this coming Saturday and running for 5 Saturdays - a condensed version of the recent multi-format comp. More details to follow but in short we will have four Saturdays of qualifying rounds - each a different format, using the most popular formats from last time, with the top 12 (or maybe 15) points earners over those four rounds advancing to the Grand Final on Saturday 21 December. Look out for a Round 1 entry thread that will go up this evening.

With no Singapore anymore its hardly surprising as they were a large market for this type of product

The clearance rate was 66% which is sure to improve as negotiations continue over passed in lots. In my opinion the quality dropped quickly in the catalogue so getting close to 70% or more is a good result.

Veteran jockey Tim Thornton recorded his 3,000th career win Nov. 14, leading the panel of racing experts to vote Thornton Jockey of the Week for Nov. 11-17.View the full article

Canterbury Park racing officials submitted a request to the Minnesota Racing Commission for a 51-day Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse season in 2025. The season would run from Saturday, May 24, through Saturday, Sept. 20. View the full article

Unless you have got a horse by an Australian sire or a Savabeel or Proisir you are on a hiding to nothing.The average price was skewed by the highest priced record breaking 2y0.

Florida-based owner/trainer Paul Valery has been suspended by the Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit until May 13, 2033, for a series of infractions involving his horses and controlled and banned medications, including steroids. View the full article

OwnerView announced today that the 2024 New Owner of the Year is being awarded to John Stewart and Jayson Werth.View the full article

Jockey Tyler Gaffalione, unseated in the third race at Churchill Downs Nov. 16, "feels really beat up" from his fall but escaped serious injury, agent Matt Muzikar said. He is off his Nov. 17 mounts and will resume riding next week.View the full article