Caulfield Ready To Resume

Caulfield is set to resume racing on the 14^th of February after a break of three months, since the Caulfield Cup.
The course proper has undergone a complete re-construction in what promises to be another successful autumn carnival.
Two horses will gallop on the course proper next week with jump outs scheduled for the 3rd of February, with the Orr Stakes meeting two weeks away.

Savabeel Leads In N Z

Savabeel and Darci Brahma are having a battle royal in the New Zealand sires premiership at this stage.
The Cox Plate success has sired 31 winners from 75 starters, with progeny earnings of $1,093,995, while Darci Brahma 32 winners from 76 runners, earning $918,270.
Iffaai is not that far away either, followed by O’Rielly, Pins and Keeper, in that order.

IrishTrainer Quits

Successful Irish trainer, Charlie Swan, is pulling stumps at the end the month, blaming how hard the recession has hit the sport for his decision.
Swan has enjoyed success with flat horses and jumpers, he will now concentrate on bloodstock and sales
It comes as no surprise as several trainers are feeling the pinch, Swan is getting out while the going is good.
Swan enjoyed the patronage of J P McNanus and Gigginstown, yet he was compelled to quit underlining how tough training has become as a result of the recession.

Bel Esprit Doing Just Fine

Bel Esprit does not receive the credits he is entitled to, another double at Sale yesterday, yet again hardly a mention in the media.
He is the last horse to win the Blue Diamond Stakes and go on to win in open company at Group 1 level.
The Inglis Premier Sale in Melbourne will feature a nice draft of 19 lots by the son of Royal Academy.

Canterbury For Quarantine

Canterbury will become the quarantine centre for the overseas horses competing at The Championships, to be decided in March at Randwick.
There are ample loose boxes on the course to accommodate visitors, and an equine hospital is near completion.