BRETT CRAWFORD EARLY FEATURE SUCCESS IN HONG KONG

Brett Crawford’s Hong Kong adventure reached a new high at Sha Tin on Sunday (9 November) when the South African trainer landed the HK$4.2 million Group 3 Sa Sa Ladies’ Purse Handicap (1800m) with Encountered, ridden to perfection by Karis Teetan

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Aga Khan Studs Confirm 2026 Stallion Fees with Sea The Stars Leading the Lineup

The Aga Khan Studs have released their 2026 stallion roster and fees, headlined by the incomparable Sea The Stars, who will stand for €300,000 after another exceptional year both on the track and in the sales ring.

Joey Ramsden Makes Winning Return to British Racing

Joey Ramsden’s return to the British training ranks has been rewarded sooner than expected, with the accomplished South African horseman striking his first winner in the UK at Newcastle on Thursday.

Dark Saffron Gets Carnival Off to a Flying Start

The new Dubai Racing Carnival could hardly have begun more emphatically than with Dark Saffron’s effortless display in the opening Emirates Airline Conditions Stakes — a performance that confirmed the G1 Dubai Golden Shaheen winner has returned stronger, sharper, and every bit as classy as last season.

Penn Entertainment Ends $2 Billion ESPN Bet Partnership After Costly Two-Year Experiment

Penn Entertainment’s high-stakes wager on sports media branding is officially over. The casino and gaming giant confirmed that it will shut down its ESPN Bet sportsbook on December 1, 2025, ending a 10-year partnership with ESPN after just two years. The move brings to a close one of the most ambitious and expensive experiments in U.S. online sports betting.

World-Class Field Set for 2025 LONGINES International Jockeys’ Championship at Happy Valley

A glittering cast of the world’s leading riders will converge on Happy Valley Racecourse on Wednesday, 10 December, for the 2025 LONGINES International Jockeys’ Championship (IJC). The 12-rider line-up includes five past champions — Ryan Moore, Zac Purton, Mickael Barzalona, Joao Moreira and Christophe Lemaire — underscoring the global prestige of the event.

South African Racing at a Crossroads: Time to Open Up and Modernise

The Melbourne Cup once again showed why it’s a global benchmark for what horse racing can be—a perfect blend of competition, entertainment, and inclusivity. It wasn’t just a race; it was a celebration of people, culture, and community. For South African racing, the contrast is stark. While the country has world-class horses, top trainers, and a passionate following, the sport continues to struggle under outdated systems, poor marketing, and an increasingly narrow focus that risks driving people away rather than drawing them in.