An Early Look at Stradbroke Chances

An early ratings-led look at the Stradbroke Handicap, standout winners from the weekend, and a simple betting principle that many punters overlook.

Which Derby Really Produces the Best Older Horses?

A data-driven look at the quality produced by Australia's 3YO classics and more.

Which Derby Really Produces the Best Older Horses?

Which of Australia’s 3YO classics has been the best future form reference over the past decade? I analysed the subsequent careers of every runner from Australia’s major Derbies since 2015/16, and one race clearly stood apart.

The Tactical Pressure of Pride Of Jenni

Why Pride Of Jenni creates such difficult tactical problems, plus the weekend’s key ratings and emerging 2YO talent.

Performances, Perspective, and the Week Ahead

New peaks, emerging QLD carnival contenders, and a smarter way to handle losing bets.

A New Prospect To Watch - And What Matters Now

Concord Connie emerges as a Group 1 prospect, plus key racing insights that matter this week.

A Changing Balance in Australian Racing

How the autumn carnival signalled a shift in the balance of our elite talent, the historical context behind Jigsaw’s winning streak, and a key principle that underpins long-term punting success.

A Defining Performance from Sir Delius

Sir Delius delivers an elite rating in a high-pressure Queen Elizabeth, plus key winners, what Autumn Glow's defeat really means, and a mindset focus to improve your punting game.

Early Signs of a Champion: Sheza Alibi’s Doncaster

What Sheza Alibi’s Doncaster tells us, plus key winners and an important punting insight on settling position.

The Doncaster Has a Clear Benchmark

An early ratings-led look at the Doncaster Mile, standout performances from the weekend, and insights to help sharpen your betting IQ

McDonald Breaks the Record

A closer look at James McDonald’s rise at Group 1 level, alongside standout weekend performances and the importance of staking discipline.

Golden Slipper Picture Takes Shape

A ratings-based look at the Golden Slipper field, alongside key weekend performances and practical betting insights.

Sheza Alibi Stamps Star Quality

A standout Randwick Guineas performance, a deeper look at the race shape behind the NZB Kiwi, and why the discussion around 57kg in the Newmarket is missing the bigger picture.

The 57kg Debate Misses the Point

Tentyris carried 57kg as a three-year-old in the Newmarket Handicap, and the circumstances of the race sparked plenty of debate, with some arguing the weight played no role at all in his defeat. But focusing on whether the weight beat him in isolation misses the real point about how handicaps influence a race.

Autumn's World-Class Glow

Autumn Glow shines again, Observer under the microscope, plus a new Racing & Betting IQ series begins.

Ka Ying Is Still Rising

Ka Ying Rising adds to his legacy, plus Autumn Report Card grades and a TopRate breakdown of the G1 Blue Diamond

A World-Class Talent Emerges

Autumn Glow delivers a defining performance, we launch the Autumn Report Card, and the Caulfield barrier stats may surprise you.

Blue Diamond Clues From the Final Lead-Ups

TopRate analysis of the key 2YO races, with Tempted making a statement and a Freedman debutant showing stakes-class promise.

Australia's Best Racehorse, Up for Grabs

With Via Sistina retired, we assess how the TopRate Power Rankings shape up and who is best placed to challenge for the title.

A Well Written Sign from Across the Tasman

What the ratings reveal about Kiwi filly Well Written, with key Australian performances reviewed as autumn nears.

Magic Millions Behind Us, Autumn Approaches

What the ratings tell us after Magic Millions Day, as attention turns toward autumn and the next wave of feature racing.

Five Practical Ways to Bet Smarter in 2026

As 2025 draws to a close, we thought it was a fitting time to finish the year with a feature focused on practical ways to improve your betting in 2026.

Talent on Show from East to West

Gringotts delivered another high-end rating, Jigsaw confirmed his revival, and a handful of emerging horses produced new peaks worth following.

One Star Confirmed, Others Emerging

More Elite signs from Jimmysstar, a big step from Sheeza Alibi and strong new peaks across the card

The Curtain Falls On Flemington - But the Stories Keep Building

We look back on the stars of Cup Week — and ahead to those who could shape Australian racing’s next chapter.