It’s Geelong Cup day today. John Harms has been reminded of a wonderful day at Geelong when the Cup was won by the same connections as yesterday, J. Dunne was in charge of his travel arrangements, and a couple of bright young things lit up the Media Puzzle room (almost). I wonder where they all are now?
Sal’s Week in Sport: Caulfield Cup Day and the noise from the AFL
October 14, 2016 by 1 Comment
Sal looks at trade week, the A League, and the Spring Carnival. He found us the quaddie last week and he thinks it’s another favourites day at Caulfield.
Sal’s sporting roundup and punting advice for Guineas Day
October 7, 2016 by 3 Comments
Sal wraps up the Grand Final, gives the plonkers of the Australian cricket team a mention and finds the quaddie winners at Caulfield for you.
Almanac Horseracing – Monkeys off (and on) the back
October 6, 2016 by 16 Comments
Focus punters. All of a sudden it’s Guineas Day when you’ll get the best of the horses without the worst of humanity.
Bet up (responsibly of course!)
Almanac Horseracing – Winx Wins the Arc De Triomphe By Plenty
October 4, 2016 by 2 Comments
Looking at the placegetters in Sunday’s de l’Arc de Triomphe, Archie Butterfly reckons there is only one horse that can claim to be “the greatest.” And she didn’t even run.
The WS Cox Plate – Showdown at Moonee Valley
September 30, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Farris reckons the time honored WS Cox Plate is a race in two. Black Hart Bart and Winx should fight it out in in arguably the best race on the calendar. Any thoughts on an upset?
Almanac Racing: Man up and multi-task (or at least watch the replays!)
September 29, 2016 by 11 Comments
Crio with his racing tips for a weekend dominated by the AFL & NRL Grand Finals
Almanac Racing: The Melbourne Cup Fast-Approaching
September 28, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Cup time is around the corner and John Hawthorne provides a run down of what to expect this year.
Finals Week 3 – Preview: Sal predicting that Victoria is irrelevant
September 23, 2016 by 1 Comment
Sal’s predictions suggest the Sin City is the centre of the footy universe. But, Victorians need not be too perturbed, they’re racing at The Heath tomorrow.
Almanac Racing – Punters, keep your eye on, and off, the (foot)ball!
September 21, 2016 by 14 Comments
The footy feeding frenzy is not necessarily an excuse for overlooking the racing menu this weekend. I’ll forgive you Friday night – Moonee Valley needs good weather and strong fields to be an “action attraction” and it would take more than’s on offer to trump the MCG’s allure. But the unfamiliar timing of the other [Read more]
Almanac Racing – It’s time
September 15, 2016 by 6 Comments
Crio reckons it’s time for Racing fans to “get invested” – emotionally and possibly financially. The Spring will be here and gone in a blink. No time for distractions (OK, maybe if the Doggies push on!) because the fields are good and the blackbook needs to be at hand. Tips please!
Almanac Racing – Spring…finally!
September 7, 2016 by 29 Comments
Craiglee Day means we’re underway. It’s transition time as teams drop out of the footy race and your focus shifts a few pages within the sports section. The good ‘uns are officially on show. Take notice and get involved.
Almanac Racing – Dato Day
September 1, 2016 by 9 Comments
Ah. It’s a funny game. Those entrusted with growing Racing seem to conspire against it. True believers are undaunted. crio, winless since Gauch was claiming, somehow believes he can turn it all around on Dato Day. He probably needs some help!
Almanac Racing – Memsie Stakes Day
August 25, 2016 by 7 Comments
Last week’s anticipation was misplaced. The Valley was dreary. Some of the racing was good but it was a long way from spring. Thus I’m wary to hype Saturday’s first Group One in Melbourne this season, knowing that there are many better days ahead. Yet it’s only 5 weeks until the Epsom and the Guineas [Read more]
Almanac Racing
August 18, 2016 by 9 Comments
One feature race in each of Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide is enough to warm the cockles of those of us who’ve ploughed through the bleak winter. Sure, the fields generally lack depth, but I’m looking forward to a Friday formguide moreso than in recent months. The biggest billing must go to Winx’s return in the [Read more]
Almanac Racing
August 11, 2016 by 13 Comments
crio’s not discouraged by last week’s blunder because a look at this week’s offerings at Caulfield puts a spring in the step. Quite rightly, since P.D.Lawrence appropriated the name for the J.J.Liston, the race has lost some lustre – but this year’s edition (MR7, 1400, WFA, G2) is fascinating. He reckons the safe bet is Suavito (12) which simply ticks all the boxes. Tips please.
Almanac Racing
August 4, 2016 by 19 Comments
Crio with his tips, while also suggesting racing needs a break, a start and an end to it’s season. Add your thoughts.
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