The Singo/Gai tripe is disappointing because not only have we enjoyed a period of wonderful horses and races but an almost unparalleled run of “good news” stories whilst other sports floundered in controversy.
Crio’s Racing: No overcoat needed in the heat of the Warrnambool moment
May 3, 2013 by 11 Comments
Hard-nosed racing man Crio is happy to confess that the ‘Bool gets a hold of him. And here are some of his thoughts on racing around the country.
Crio’s Question: Singo and Gai
April 29, 2013 by 23 Comments
First, Mick and Eddie. Now, Singo and Gai. What other doting couples have publicly crumbled?
Calling all Knackers to the ‘Bool
April 28, 2013 by 11 Comments
“Going to the ‘Bool?” That’s been the question most asked on Melbourne’s racecourses this week.
ANZAC Day races at Avoca
April 27, 2013 by 5 Comments
The traditional ANZAC Day races at Avoca is well worth a trip, writes Glen.
Crio’s Racing: All Too Hard
April 26, 2013 by 18 Comments
Our stocks of racing champs are dwindling, with All Too Hard having his final race (at least in Australia) in Saturday’s ripper All Aged Stakes.
Crio’s Racing: ANZAC Day
April 24, 2013 by 6 Comments
The St Leger meeting is at Flemington on ANZAC Day but Crio’s tip is to head to Avoca – a ripper venue and a great little meeting with a vibrant two-up school out behind the stand.
Crio’s Racing: Pierro
April 18, 2013 by 18 Comments
It is a testament to his great talent – as hyperbolized by Gai – that Pierro, a 3yo with “9 stone”, can be served up at 5/4 in a crack edition of the $2m Doncaster at Randwick on Saturday.
Crio’s Racing: Racing on top of the Moral High Ground in this Ripper Autumn
April 11, 2013 by 9 Comments
Grizzled gamblers just move on to the next episode but true racing lovers indulge in some reflection, even nostalgia, about horses, races and carnivals they’ve seen. Enjoyed – not endured. The 2013 Sydney Autumn is destined to generate memories and debate that will fuel racing conversations for generations to come. Just look at last week [Read more]
Crio’s Racing: Slipper Week
April 5, 2013 by 31 Comments
It is Slipper week. The form needs a look, then a study followed by dissection. There are showers about so the track conditions must be monitored. Rosehill always presents a fantastic occasion and, once again, there are terrific fields ( 5 Group Ones in a row!) and so many possibilities. Big characters are again to [Read more]
Crio’s Racing: Forget Easter Monday
March 28, 2013 by 8 Comments
Forget Easter Monday – the holiday programs have totally changed in recent years – and focus on some great racing this Saturday at Caulfield and, especially, at Rosehill.
Racing’s Best Of The Past 50 Years – Vote Now! Win a copy of G. Whateley’s Black Caviar.
March 17, 2013 by 25 Comments
Budge has collated the votes for the best racehorse of the three eras: 60/70s, 80/90s, 2000s.
He’ s asking us to pick a top 5 from those 15. Check it out.
All voters will go in the draw to win a copy of Black Caviar by G. Whateley
Crio’s Racing: Bendigo’s Golden Mile
March 14, 2013 by 26 Comments
Melbourne ratifies the end of its “big” Saturdays by offering the Bendigo Jockey Club a chance to host Victoria’s premier meeting – with prizemoney approaching a million dollars.
Crio’s Racing: Newmarket Day at Flemington and save some cash for the Adelaide Cup on Monday
March 9, 2013 by 49 Comments
Crio previews Super Saturday at Flemington with a mention of some of the far flung meetings including the Adelaide Cup meeting on Monday.
Racing’s Best of the 21st Century
March 8, 2013 by 14 Comments
We have been fortunate to witness some magnificent champions of racing this millenium but Budge still wants your top 5.
Crio’s racing: Anyone other than S. Templeton taking the Jockey’s Challenge?
February 28, 2013 by 21 Comments
Crio has a look at the opening day of Flemington’s Autumn Carnival.
So Theo can say, “I saw Black Caviar”
February 22, 2013 by 16 Comments
The Harms boys went to the races last Saturday.
Racing’s Best of the Best
February 22, 2013 by 32 Comments
The Winning Post, in conjunction with TVN, have started a competition to name the 50 greatest racehorses in Australia from the last 50 years. Budge wants the views of the Knackery.
Crio’s Racing: Three Group Ones at Caulfield
February 20, 2013 by 72 Comments
Three Group Ones headline a fantastic day at Caulfield this Saturday and each of them presents a fascinating favourite.
Crio’s Racing: “What odds will she be?”
February 14, 2013 by 21 Comments
Black Cavier returns to Flemington this Saturday and short odds reinforce her status as a superstar, says Crio.
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