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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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Breeding Giant Waikato Stud Joins NZB Kiwi Ranks
New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) is excited to announce that leading Thoroughbred nursery, Waikato Stud, has secured a coveted three-year slot in the NZB Kiwi. As a powerhouse in New Zealand’s breeding and racing industry, …
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Farm yarns: Mike Rennie
The farm’s about to go at absolutely full noise because foaling’s going hard, breeding barn’s going hard, the yearling yards are about to kick into full gear. So, it’s as busy as we’re going to get as an overall farm. There’s 43 staff on at the moment, and we’re actually prepping six of ours towards a Ready to Run Sale in November too.
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Savaglee on track for Group 1 target
High-class Savabeel colt Savaglee has taken another winning step in his quest for a top-flight title. The three-year-old showed the steely side of his nature at Matamata where he overcame aless than ideal run on …
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Sprinter too slick at Te Rapa
Quality sprinter Wewillrock produced another sterling performance over 1200 metres at TeRapa on Friday afternoon to put away his open class rivals with authority. The Guy Lowry and Leah Zydenbos-trained son of El Roca was …
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Mare completes top Te Rapa day for WS
Rayet completed a grand day at Te Rapa for Waikato Stud when she successfully openedher four-year-old season. Produced in tip-top order by trainers Ben and Ryan Foote, the daughter of Tivaci bouncedwell to lead and …
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Savabeel mare relishes extra trip
A step up in distance at Te Rapa this afternoon was all Savacat required to add to herwinning record. The five-year-old had finished an eye-catching fifth over 1200 metres on the course whenreturning from a …
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Super result in Hong Kong
Super Seth’s impact is growing, highlighted by his son Patch Of Cosmo’s impressive victory at Sha Tin. After three prior near-misses, the three-year-old triumphed over 1200 metres, showcasing his potential. Bred by Waikato Stud and sold for $230,000, Patch Of Cosmo is a promising contender, marking a significant milestone for his young sire in Hong Kong.
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Ocean Park filly on target for Oaks
Lightly tried filly Hurry Curry took another impressive winning step at Flemington on Sunday toward her Group 1 spring target. In her third appearance for trainer Danny O’Brien, she was untroubled to claim the OaksPreview …
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