Gold Tack Horse

Each to his own. Know the old saying? In a way, it sums up betting. Some punters like to bet for a win, others for a place, still others love the quinellas or trifectas, or doubles. It's all a mat...

Victoria can proudly boast many of the best country racetracks in Australia. Quite a number of them offer spacious, testing courses which offer every runner a chance. The best courses, in my opi...

I’ve spent years trying to beat the TAB and bookies and I’ve lost my bank more times than I can remember. There have been a few big wins; as many as a man with only three fingers could count on ...

The late Don Scott once wrote that the best form of exotic betting is the trifecta. I think he was right. Don said picking a trifecta winning bet was a test of skill rather than a game of chance. ...

Greyhound racing is probably the best system under which a punter in Australia can risk - or rather, invest - his hard earned dough. To my way of thinking there is nothing so good as a standout "...

Can any Practical Punting Monthly readers remember back to the 'dark' days before 1985, when there wasn't such a magazine as this? Doesn't bear thinking about, does it? In those bygone days, punt...

Queanbeyan trainer Neville Layt is excited about brilliant filly Karuta Queen taking on world champion sprinter Black Caviar in Saturday's Schillaci Stakes at Caulfield."It's a feather in her cap j...

Jockeys' rooms at racecourses are full of less than tidy sights.Riding tack scattered everywhere, boot polish, teacups, riding gear and small people who look like poorly treated prisoners-of-war.Pa...

New Zealand whiz kid James McDonald's announced himself to Sydney racing with a winning double at Randwick on Saturday, tempered by a suspension and a reprimand for his successful rides.While stewa...

A major part of Anthony Cummings' philosophy in training racehorses is to ensure the viability of colts and fillies when their racing careers are over.Galaxy contender Duporth is a case in point an...

In most seasons, Road To Rock would be a strong contender to claim Horse of the Year honours but trainer Anthony Cummings has conceded this year's crown to the Peter Moody-trained Typhoon Tracy.Roa...

In most seasons, Road To Rock would be a strong contender to claim Horse of the Year honours but trainer Anthony Cummings has conceded this year's crown to the Peter Moody-trained Typhoon Tracy.Roa...