Racing HQ with Steve Hewlett

Plans to build a new harness track at Norwell could be scrapped. RQ CEO Jason Scott says "There is a possibility that we could be staying at the famous creek circuit".

Will Beau Dazzler head to NZ in a few weeks? We hear from co-trainer Tony Sears.

South African jockey Warren Kennedy is the talk of NZ racing following his extraordinary achievement yesterday. Mick Guerin says he spoke to Warren at length about his unique riding style.

King Of The Mountain winner Rothfire has one more challenge this prep before heading to the paddock. Rob Heathcote says he doesn't want to overtax the horse given his well documented issues.

"I've never seen rain like it" Nevesh Ramdhani with the latest on the GCTC, ahead of The Wave meeting this weekend.

Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.

Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, Peter Ellis, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson, Ben Scadden and Colin McNiff.

Champion Irish Trainer Willie Mullins will saddle up a star hurdler tonight at Leopardstown. Assistant Trainer David Casey says " State Man has frightened off several rivals in the G1"

Jockey Ben Thompson was pleased when told Rothfire had drawn an outside barrier in Mondays $750K King Of The Mountain at Toowoomba. Rob Heathcote says "He was a little surprised by Ben's reaction. 

Gifted rider Blake Shinn is keen to travel in 2024 - Shinn, who is currently based on the Gold Coast says “He will ride the main carnivals with hopefully a few sojourns internationally next year."

Jockey Callan Murray arrived in SA with a big reputation. He won 9 G1's in his home country South Africa. Murray says following a few adjustments and better opportunities, he hasn't looked back in SA.

The Joe Pride stable have every reason to be excited heading into 2024. Brave Pride says Private Eye, Think About It, Coal Crusher and recent addition Mazu will hopefully pay their way during the Autumn.

Victorian 2YO Wolfgang will be the shortest priced favourite at Doomben this weekend. Co-trainer Lloyd Kennewell says he has a solid team heading to Magic Million's day and Blake Shinn will be riding all their horses.

The final field has been released for the King Of The Mountain slot race at Toowoomba on Monday. Toowoomba Turf Club Director Paul Reedy says the barrier draw will get underway just after lunch today.

Kayla Crowther's decision to remain in SA yesterday may pave the way for Craig Newitt to chase his third Oakleigh Plate success on Sghirripa. Winning yesterday's race guarantees the 4YO a start in the Feb 25 feature.

Blake Shinn made the difference between winning and losing. Exciting Kiwi filly Molly Bloom is Sydney bound for 2, Group 1's during the Spring. Lance O'Sullivan says she has one more NZ mission this prep.

Hear the thoughts of Tom Henjak for racing today.

Get Set-The weekend's best bets with Steve Hewlett, Peter Ellis, Michael Maxworthy, Ray Hickson, Ben Scadden and Colin McNiff.

Former champion apprentice Winona Costin is hopeful she can be back riding in approximately 2 months. Costin says she is keen to return to Victoria when her injury heals.

Popular QLD jockey Tegan Harrison provided an update via text this morning. Suffered a shoulder and head injury during the Grafton carnival in July. Steve updates.

Will champion NSW country rider Greg Ryan make a comeback to race riding? Ryan says the fire for racing still burns brightly.

Will the King and Queens horse Desert Hero and Dubai Honour appear during the Sydney Autumn carnival ? William Haggas reveals the latest plans.

Far Too Easy will be targeting the Stradbroke Hcp in 2024. Trainer David McColm says he was keen to run in the race this year, however he didn't make the field.

The Edmonds racing partnership at the Gold Coast will end on Magic Millions day. Trent Edmonds will relocate to Victoria and train in his own right.

Is lightning about to strike at Eagle Farm this weekend !! Current Magic Millions fav Storm Boy is red hot fav to win the McLachlan Stks. How does Adrian Bott rate him against their other 2YO's.