Great Britain Preview: Little Big Bear can upset Auguste Rodin in 2000 Guineas

Fri May 05 2023Alastair Bull

In all likelihood, Auguste Rodin will be a strong contender in the 2000 Guineas (G1) at Newmarket. But I’m more interested in his stablemate Little Big Bear.
Kentucky Oaks international scouting report: Mimi Kakushi

Sat Apr 29 2023Kellie Reilly

Named for a Japanese restaurant in Dubai, Mimi Kakushi is the second straight UAE Oaks (G3) winner to try the Kentucky Oaks (G1).
Grand National Preview 2023: Gaillard Du Mesnil a leading chance

Sat Apr 15 2023Alastair Bull

The huge field, the handicap conditions, the extreme distance of 4 1/4 miles, and the challenging fences mean the uncertainties are high.
Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Derma Sotogake

Mon Apr 10 2023Kellie Reilly

Derma Sotogake rates as Japan’s leading Kentucky Derby (G1) contender after his front-running coup on Dubai World Cup night.
Kentucky Derby International Scouting Report: Continuar

Mon Apr 10 2023Kellie Reilly

Having lost all three match-ups with leading Japanese contender Derma Sotogake, is there a case for Continuar to turn the tables in the Kentucky Derby (G1)?
Santa Anita Derby International Scouting Report: Mandarin Hero

Fri Apr 07 2023Kellie Reilly

After two Japanese horses are already in the Kentucky Derby (G1) – Derma Sotogake by romping in the UAE Derby (G2) and Continuar accepting the Japan Road invitation – Mandarin Hero tries to make it three in Saturday’s Santa Anita Derby (G1).
Sydney Preview: The 2023 Championships Day 2

Fri Apr 07 2023Alastair Bull

Sydney’s autumn carnival reaches its climax with day two of The Championships at Royal Randwick.
Hong Kong Preview: Helene Feeling to build on debut HK effort

Tue Apr 04 2023Alastair Bull

Helene Feeling can build upon his impressive first outing in Hong Kong and take out the Lusitano Challenge Cup Handicap at Happy Valley on Thursday.
Sydney Preview: The 2023 Championships Day 1

Fri Mar 31 2023Alastair Bull

Sydney’s autumn carnival culminates with the Championships, held over successive weekends at Royal Randwick beginning Friday March 31 ET.
Hong Kong Preview: Campione set for successful dirt return

Tue Mar 28 2023Alastair Bull

Don’t be surprised if recent form goes out the window in the Tung Wan Handicap at Sha Tin on Wednesday.
Top selections and longshots for 2023 Dubai World Cup gala

Fri Mar 24 2023Kellie Reilly

Let’s highlight potential value, and longshots of interest, along with some more obvious top selections for the eight Thoroughbred prizes at Meydan.
Dubai Preview: Spot Plays for 2023 World Cup Day turf races

Fri Mar 24 2023Alastair Bull

With large fields and a lot of form to try to figure out, the betting opportunities are tremendous.
Dubai Preview: 2023 World Cup night dirt undercard spot plays

Fri Mar 24 2023Alastair Bull

Here we look at some plays for the trio of major dirt Thoroughbred races at Meydan away from the World Cup.