Garry Chittick News

26 June 2025

The Corner with Garry Chittick

Many years ago, Mary and I attended the Annual Time Form dinner, staged the night before the races at York. It was an unusual format with spouses separated, not a bad idea so long as you were compatible with your mixed table.

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19 June 2025

The Corner with Garry Chittick

Well, it’s taken a while, but it seems appropriate to comment on Colm Santry’s article on Australasian breeding trends. I have been doing this a long time, breeding horses that is, and to be fair the last 60 years has only reinforced my view that attempting to breed money has always coloured the view of a number of breeders.

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20 December 2024

The Corner with Garry Chittick

It is rightfully said there is nothing less endearing than those that dwell on the past, but it is Christmas, a little reminiscing is the norm. Anyway, I would not be dragging up the past …

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7 December 2024

Super Sethito a quality filly

WS-bred Sethito gives Super Seeth a new Group winners taking out the Gr.3 Bonecrusher Stakes at Ellerslie for owner-breeder Garry Chittick.

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22 November 2024

The corner with Garry Chittick

It is said “One door closes another opens“, the demise of racing in Singapore appears to have injected more enthusiasm in Malaysia. The time I have been in the industry covers many ebbs and flows, …

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31 October 2024

The Corner with Garry Chittick

From the cancellation of Te Rapa on Saturday to Via Sistina’s two-length record-breaking performance in the Cox Plate – purchased for $10,000 as a yearling and then 2.7 million guineas as a mare – to VRC Carnival week, Garry’s covering it all – enjoy!

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25 October 2024

The Corner with Garry Chittick

The thrill of racing can be unpredictable, like Bantam Rooster one day, Feather Duster the next. Last week, I Wish I Win’s run in the Everest was a mystery, despite perfect preparation. Even the best horses have off days, and without answers, all we can do is wonder.

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17 October 2024

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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12 October 2024

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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