(Stock ID: 662997706) As the countdown to the 2025 Melbourne Cup continues, the markets have begun to shape a picture of the leading contenders for Australia’s most iconic horse race. Although the Cup is famed for its unpredictability—where favourites often falter under the pressure of 3,200 metres and an unforgiving handicap—some runners have already emerged […]
Read MoreHorse racing holds a unique place in the annals of global sports, blending tradition, passion, and the thrill of competition. In Australia, this illustrious sport is not just about the race itself but showcases a rich cultural heritage that spans centuries. The evolution of horse racing in this vast nation reflects both its colonial past […]
Read MoreThe build-up to the Melbourne Cup will continue apace over the next few weeks as trainers plot a route to ‘the race that stops the nation’. The 3,200 metres contest at Flemington Racecourse attracts runners from across the world and is a spectacle which is etched into Australian sports folklore. Motion Eyeing Melbourne Cup Bid […]
Read MoreAustralia is renowned for its love of horse racing, with a calendar packed full of thrilling events that capture the nation’s attention. From the roar of the crowd to the thunder of hooves, there’s something uniquely captivating about this sport, and for those looking to get a taste of the action or perhaps even place […]
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“A horse gallops with his lungs, perseveres with his heart, and wins with his character.” This quote by Federico Tesio, the most revered breeder of thoroughbreds in the history of horse racing, demonstrates what a true horse race brings to the table, and it explains why many people adore the sport. Horse racing, a sport […]
Read MoreHorse racing, known as “the sport of kings,” is a premier sport that captivates people worldwide with its thrilling mix of speed, strategy, and endurance. For centuries, this age-old sport has been a crowd-puller, attracting large numbers of spectators to racecourses and drawing millions of viewers from across the globe. The excitement of horse racing […]
Read MoreHorse racing is a globally cherished sport followed by millions of people worldwide. The global horse racing market has reached $402.3 billion in 2022 and is expected to double by 2030. More than 1.49 billion people followed horse racing competitions in 2020, and this number has grown significantly since that time. It is the second-most […]
Read MoreLegendary horse racing jockey Frankie Dettori has confirmed he will ride in the 2023 Melbourne Cup Carnival. Dettori originally announced that 2023 would be his final year as a horse racing jockey. However, Dettori has agreed to ride in the Melbourne Cup following his commitments to the Breeders’ Cup in the United States before the […]
Read MoreThe Melbourne Cup 2020 is fast approaching. This year’s running of the “race that stops a nation” will take place on November 3rd. The race’s prize purse is worth an amazing $8 million and some of the world’s top thoroughbreds will take part in the event. The Melbourne Cup isn’t the only race held on […]
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Melbourne Cup Carnival Just Keeps Getting Better Organisers have recently published economic data from the 2017 Melbourne Cup, and reported that the event generated record breaking revenues for the state of Victoria. And as Australia’s premier horse racing event garners ever increasing global attention, all the indicators suggest that the numbers will keep getting higher. […]
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