Deeper Thinking

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 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.

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.

The One Thing Racing Must Fix

If racing wants to protect its future, the solution starts in one place: wagering.

The Hayes Brothers Are Writing Their Own Era

The numbers behind the Hayes brothers’ rise and why this era stands apart.