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Top horse trainer fined $10,000 for racist abuse of Indian stablehand
'It wouldn’t matter if an Indian died, there would still be a billion left.'

One of most unusual races in Southern Hemisphere takes on Kiwi importance
A newly-minted millionaire will bet at the TAB Trot.

Horse that cost punters millions could be NZ rep at All-Star-Mile
By beating Legarto fair and square, Desert Lightning ruined many multi-bets.

One of the most feared drivers in NZ harness racing returns
Natalie Rasmussen is back at Addington.

Derby throne awaiting Te Akau stayer
Te Akau unleashed a serious New Zealand Derby (2000m) chance on Wednesday.

Greyhound racing: Blazin’ Master comes out on top in TAB Auckland Cup
Sunday’s running of the $80,000 TAB Auckland Cup turned into an epic battle.

Stamina a trump card for Derby contender
Renegade Rebel’s progress hasn’t surprised his Matamata handler.

Kiwi jockey airlifted to hospital avoids serious injury
Kelsey Hannan is expected to be released from hospital within the next 24 hours.

Ellerslie bosses to work out teething problems before next race
Stewards called a jockey’s meeting after Race 5 after two riders voiced concerns.

Kiwi jockey airlifted to hospital, put in induced coma after fall
Hannan was reportedly communicating with medical staff before being airlifted to hospital.

Record for NZ's biggest bet broken, but boys don't get paid
The group placed a bet of more than $450k, breaking the previous record of $400k.

'This is home': McDonald's magical day at Karaka Millions
'I was nervous coming here today,' said the man who rode to victory in two $1m races.

Karaka Millions: Trainer's quick focus shift as McDonald rides Velocious victory
Trainer Stephen Marsh didn't wait long after winning the Karaka Millions to shift focus

Karaka Millions betting guide: Smart tips and challenges
Michael Guerin helps punters navigate Ellerslie's mega meeting.

Jockey's determination to upstage favourites at Ellerslie
The two-time New Zealand premiership-winning jockey has a great chance at a three-peat.

Lance O'Sullivan's royal return to Ellerslie with Molly Bloom
Can Molly Bloom shine on the StrathAyr wonder track?

Superstar jockey could end up on favourite in both Karaka Millions races
The superstar jockey becomes a ladies man at Ellerslie.

Karaka Millions: Opie Bosson to run hot on Cool N Fast at Ellerslie
Trainer Walker eyes a golden run at Ellerslie.

Jockey’s bold call could prove the bookies wrong
A pair of stablemates have emerged as top-favoured.

Your guide to the high-stakes multimillion-dollar Karaka horse auction
'We will have a lot of overseas buyers here - our hotel booking alone tells us that.'

Karaka Millions: Barriers for three biggest races revealed
It was a reveal befitting the richest race day in New Zealand history.

Beau Dazzler so much more than ‘The Australian’
Don't give up on Beau Dazzler due to the barrier draw.

A beginner's guide to the races: What to wear and how to pick a winner
Heading along to the races? Here's everything you need to know.

Trainer's tears to triumph: La Crique's journey of resilience
'It got to the stage where we were thinking we might be better off retiring her.'

Can Orchestral outshine 1000 Guineas winner Molly Bloom?
It comes as mystery shrouds the Ellerslie meeting's barrier draw as markets go silent.

Karaka Millions sold-out with 12,000 attendees
Ellerslie's StrathAyr track debut exceeds expectations.

The $9 million mega meeting: New race day in Ellerslie announced
It will be one of the richest sporting events ever held in New Zealand.

Adam I Am drops out of the $1 million Elsdon Park Aotearoa Classic
It is hard to argue with the decision.