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WS Trivia – can you beat the quiz master?
Saturday at Flemington, Derby Day kicks off a week of Group racing. Grab a pen or open the notes section on your phone, and let the trivia begin! Question 1: At Flemington, there is a …
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The Corner with Garry Chittick
From the upcoming Everest race, the power of music, particularly Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline”, and Peter V’landys’ impact on NSW sports. He discusses race status issues, personal connections with horses, and the influence of sires like Super Seth and Savabeel at Waikato Stud, ending with appreciation for his work.
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Wishy ready to go one better in Everest
I Wish I Win, trained by Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman, will represent New Zealand in The Everest at Randwick, seeking redemption after last year’s runner-up finish. With a favorable barrier nine, breeder Mark Chittick is optimistic about the gelding’s chances, citing better race conditions and excitement from Trackside Media’s support.
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Harry follows proud family tradition
Harry Chittick, 18, continued his family’s auction legacy at the Inglis Ready2Race Sale, selling a Super Seth colt for A$240,000 to Hong Kong trainer Ricky Yiu. The colt, Lot 15, is a half-brother to winners and from the prestigious Thorn Park bloodline. Chittick described the experience as “nerve-racking.”
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Savabeel 5YO back in fine style
Fresh legs carried talented Savabeel five-year-old Poison Chalice to an impressive opening victory of his spring campaign at Caulfield this afternoon.
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Smart 3YO strikes again in HK
Super Seth’s three-year-old Patch Of Cosmo continued his winning form in Hong Kong, securing another victory at Sha Tin over 1,200 meters. Trained by Manfred Man and ridden by Luke Ferraris, Patch Of Cosmo was bred by Waikato Stud and sold for $230,000. He’s the first foal of Savabeel mare Thee.
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WS-bred The Mansman class above rivals
WS-bred The Mansm, a son of Savabeel mare Hurry, added to his tidy record this afternoon when he proved far superior to his rivals at Murray Bridge.
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Super run by Seth’s son
There was honour in defeat this afternoon for Feroce in his bid to credit his Waikato Stud-based sire Super Seth with a maiden Group 1 victory in the Caulfield Guineas.
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The Corner with Garry Chittick
This is a very emotive time of the year for we tragics who love being part of our Thoroughbred industry. I wonder if industry is a correct description of our sport. I say emotive because …
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Teamwork and good people – the story of Posy and her foal
Swift teamwork and expert care turned a challenging day into a memorable one as Posy, the dam of Atishu and Mazzolino, survived a difficult foaling. Thanks to Matamata Vet Services’ emergency Caesarean, both Posy and her filly foal are safe, marking her first live foal in three years.
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Nolen confirmed for Everest on Wishy
Luke Nolen has been confirmed to partner I Wish I Win, a son of Savabeel, in the A$20 million The Everest at Royal Randwick.
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Further success for top family
A potent Waikato Stud family made its presence felt at Goulburn on Tuesday afternoon. The WS-bred and -sold Stand In Line, the son of Tivaci, coasted along to win by two lengths for Danielle Seib.
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