Hugh Bowman hadn’t ridden two of his three Victoria Derby winners before the three-year-old classic. He is desperately hoping history will repeat again this year.
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International Cricket Council looking at revamp of calendar
Australia will play fewer one-day internationals under a radical restructure of the international calendar being considered by the ICC aimed at adding greater context to limited overs games.
Take it to the Max: Beister aims to hit the ground running at Melbourne Victory
Melbourne Victory and their new German import Max Beister are hoping that a change of environment, a fresh challenge and the chance to relaunch a career that has stalled at home will deliver dividends to both the club and the player.
Money well spent in defence of racing
Racing Victoria’s annual general meeting on Monday revealed $1.9 million had been spent instigating and defending cobalt charges against several prominent trainers. When one considers that total statewide turnover for the industry is $5.5 billion, the cost to ensure it operates according to the highest levels of integrity and transparency is money well spent.
Melbourne Cup 2016: John Wheeler to run Pentathlon in Lexus Stakes despite almost being assured of Cup start
John Wheeler might still be recovering from Veandercross’s near miss in the Caulfield-Melbourne cups double of 1992, but his old school methods haven’t waned as he stands on the brink of squeezing into this year’s race.
Melbourne Cup horses getting last check-up
Racing Victoria veterinary surgeons have spent the past two days travelling across Victoria examining the 32 runners in contention for this year’s $6.2 million Melbourne Cup.
James Sutherland refuses to guarantee cricketers' pay model
Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland has refused to publicly endorse the ongoing set-percentage revenue-sharing model with players, potentially setting the stage for another fiery pay war.
Bruce Kamau could return for Melbourne City amidst brutal schedule
Melbourne City face their third high-profile game in seven days when they host champions Adelaide United on Friday night and flying winger Bruce Kamau could be one of several fresh faces in the line-up.
Sydney FC set for long-term deal to remain at Allianz Stadium
The chance of Sydney FC owning their own boutique stadium has been dashed after the club agreed to a new 10-year stadium rental deal.
Racing not sexist: UK jockey Hayley Moore calls out Michelle Payne
Racing is not a sexist sport, one of the British industry’s high profile women says.