Racing HQ with Steve Hewlett

Alan Bailey is regarded as a legend of QLD racing, however he walked away from the training ranks a decade ago. Bailey reflected on his wonderful career this morning.

Boom Kiwi Crocetti was named after a legendary actor/singer. Co-trainer Danny Walker says his owner was belting out plenty of tunes last weekend after the horse bolted in yet again.

Prowess may now be long odds to compete anywhere this Spring. Roger James says " on reflection, she may need more time following her recent setback ".

Mark Minervini says SA racing tends to get a bad wrap. Minervini who won a G3 with Hosier last weekend, says even though he has been based in NSW for several seasons, he is passionate about his home state.

The massive prizemoney on offer during the Sydney Spring has trainer Simon Miller seriously rethinking the plans for star Perth mare Amelia's Jewel. Miller says she will start her prep in Melbourne however.

Donna Logan remains hopeful that Singapore racing won't be shut down in 2024. Logan says turnover and crowds have increased since the announcement.

Sky host Chantelle Buckley says her expensive dress will live to fight another day. Trainer Kerry Parker says Think It Over was feeling well prior to the Winx Stks and took a liking to Chantelle's microphone and attire.

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Berkeley Square has been nominated for the Cox Plate. Trainer Dan O'Sullivan says he hasn't overtaxed the horse following his pleasing first-up run.

Rockhampton trainer Clint Taylor had one of the best strike rates in QLD last season. He believes his mare Princess Tenko appears perfectly placed in Brisbane Tomorrow.

Tuvalu didn't fire last prep but is second favourite for tomorrow's feature at Caulfield. Trainer Lindsay Smith provides a frank assessment.

Boom Brisbane apprentice Bailey Wheeler will be presented with some wonderful opportunities in town this season. Last seasons GCTC premiership winner says he's now totally focused on his riding career after a few early hiccups.

Unbeaten kiwi 3yo Crocetti will face his acid test this weekend at Ruakaka. Co-trainer Danny Walker says the son of Zacinto has got the stable pretty excited.

Former SA trainer Bill Papazaharoudakis will head-up the Neasham satellite operation in Victoria. Papa says Annabel was taken with the facilities on offer at the Pakenham training centre.

A specialist that helped QLD league legend Wally Lewis, will hopefully get Barend Vorster back in the saddle. Vorster says he will fly to Sydney next week for an appointment.

Rob Waterhouse saw something that many others didn't, when he spotted Melbourne Cup hopeful Goldman racing in NZ. Scott Darby says the horse has many owners who are extremely excited.

Giga Kick could potentially earn over $12M in two starts during October/November. Trainer Clayton Douglas says he plans to give the sprint star a look at Moonee Valley prior to his first run there Sept 9.

Mazu was excellent in last year's Everest behind Giga Kick. Peter Snowden says the horse is in terrific order and will follow a similar path to last year.

Star galloper 'I Wish I Win' is Everest bound, however Peter Moody will kick him off over 1400m. Also a key update on all the Spring prospects.

Wendy Peel is riding up a storm in western NSW. The 30yo says the decent opportunities dried up when she came of her time.

Scott Brunton has been overwhelmed with support says his media manager Peter Staples. Staples says the stable are awaiting further advice from the receivers and racing officials.

Exciting QLD horse Yellow Brick is Golden Eagle bound. Co-trainer Tony Sears says he will race next month in his hometown sprint feature with a new rider locked in.