THE FORECAST: WHEN WINTER IS SPRING (SORT OF) Have a look at the weather forecast for the next week – in Melbourne anyway. it’s fair dinkum polar. If I see a couple penguins and some elk wandering down the street or some Jamaicans in a bobsled next week on a morning run, I won’t… Continue reading THE FORECAST: WHEN WINTER IS SPRING (SORT OF)
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THE WEEKEND WRAP – Jokers Grin – Ben Clifton
Weekend Wrap Some horses to follow from this column delivered over the weekend. Star Performer of the week Belmont Race 1 – won by Jokers Grin. Date: 20/07/24 Race Overview – What I love about this race is the late sectionals and the style of the winner, Jokers Grin. Last 400m in 22.04 is… Continue reading THE WEEKEND WRAP – Jokers Grin – Ben Clifton
THE FORECAST: BELIEVE!
THE FORECAST: BELIEVE! There’s patience, and then there is absolute steadfast one-eyed unwavering belief. I reckon the owners of BARAQIEL fit into the latter category when you think about how long they waited to see their horse get to the race track. Bought for $150,000 at the Magic Millions in January of 2020,… Continue reading THE FORECAST: BELIEVE!
MOCCA’S MAIL: Punting Companion – Sandown July 18
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THE WEEKEND WRAP – Show the Bling – Ben Clifton
Weekend Wrap A bit of a lull before the good horses are back but still plenty of horses to follow from this weekend’s racing. Star Performer of the week Caulfield Race 3 – won by Manolo Bling Date: 06/07/24 Race Overview – 2yo’s not normally my go but this race has rated really… Continue reading THE WEEKEND WRAP – Show the Bling – Ben Clifton
THE FORECAST: THE GUESSING GAME
THE FORECAST: GROUNDHOG DAY What about Bill Murray. Consider the body of work he has produced over the journey. Caddyshack. Ghostbusters. Lost In Translation. Stripes. The Life Aquatic. Kingpin. The man is a genius. 73-years old. Absolute genuine bloody American national treasure. Don’t forget Groundhog Day. What a flick. Anyone who can… Continue reading THE FORECAST: THE GUESSING GAME
MOCCA’S MAIL: Punting Companion – Sandown July 11
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THE WEEKEND WRAP – Ben Clifton
Weekend Wrap There were a few promising horses running over the weekend. Some enhanced their reputation whilst others had their bubble burst. Star Performer of the week Flemington Race 2 – won by Berkshire Breeze Date: 06/07/24 Race Overview – They went out at a strong tempo but came home well for the… Continue reading THE WEEKEND WRAP – Ben Clifton
THE FORECAST: THE GUESSING GAME
THE FORECAST: PHAAAAAAR OUT Way back when I was in Year 11, I knew a girl named Nicole who was someone connected to a horse called Pharein. I can’t exactly remember how Nicole was connected to Pharein, might have been through her boyfriend’s family or something like that, but I do remember that… Continue reading THE FORECAST: THE GUESSING GAME
THE PUNTING MONOLOGUE – Flemington, a Future Star and Ballarat Friday Fill Up…
Benny and Sunny are back for another cracking episode of The Punting Monologue.
MOCCA’S MAIL: Punting Companion – Sandown July 4
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THE WEEKEND WRAP – Ben Clifton
Weekend Wrap There was a proven G1 star in action on the weekend and plenty of promising young horses to showcase. Group 1 Racing – Tatts Tiara Eagle Farm Race 8 – Won by Bella Nipotina Date: 29/06/24 Race Overview – As you would expect in a Group 1 they went out at a… Continue reading THE WEEKEND WRAP – Ben Clifton