‘A steep learning curve’ – Sydney stewards DQ Zaaki and fine Annabel Neasham over positive test
A pre-race test sample taken before he finished second in a G3 race at Randwick in April was found to contain the anti-inflammatory meloxicam.
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‘You’re dead ****, watch your back’ – jockey Jason Waddell gets 10-year ban for threat to kill
Top NZ jockey disqualified until September 2030 after being found guilty of phone threats to senior racing cub executive.
Johnny Allen takes no COVID-19 chances ahead of latest Derby bid with Explosive Jack
Former Irish jump jockey gets out of Melbourne before new restrictions can disrupt bid to complete Derby four-timer in Queensland.
‘They find lengths because they’re better trained’ – Peter Moody claims Aussies are best in the world
Black Caviar trainer questioned European counterparts in wake of Zaaki’s recent G1 success for expat Annabel Neasham.
‘I can’t wait for the Cox Plate’ – Zaaki takes Annabel Neasham to new G1 heights
The ex-Sir Michael Stoute-trained Zaaki announced himself as a major new star on the scene by putting seven lengths between himself and the next finisher Toffee Tongue.
‘I was screaming at them to cut off my leg’ – jockey Michael Walker relives his agony after fall
Walker has been in Dandenong Hospital since last week when he suffered a fractured fibula and torn ACL in an incident at Pakenham.
Jockey formerly known as Terry Treichel banned for eight years after changing identity
Terry Treichel, who has ridden more than 1,200 winners, changed his name by deed poll to operate a betting account while still riding.
‘Sorry to be a spoilsport’ – William Haggas turns down A$10m Addeybb vs Verry Elleegant rematch
The Newmarket trainer has confirmed that he was approached about an immediate rematch.