David Morgan

From the saddle to the gig economy? Singapore’s jockeys seek assurances 

Singapore’s jockeys are following the lead of the city’s trainers’ association and its racehorse owners in pulling together to seek clarity.

David Morgan

Malaysia? Macau? The Singapore closure’s complex ripple effects

The end of racing at Kranji could present an opportunity for racing clubs in Malaysia, as well as Macau, but change will not be seamless and pitfalls must be seen and skirted.

Michael Cox

‘Profound disappointment’: Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges weighs in on Singapore

As trainers prepare for a meeting with owners on Wednesday, the Asian Racing Federation made a rare and strongly worded statement on the shock announcement that Singapore racing would cease in October 2024.

David Morgan

Trainers: Singapore Turf Club chief knew the end was coming

Many important questions remain unanswered as Singapore racing’s participants attempt to proceed in the wake of last week’s shock news that the sport will end, but one answer given has raised the ire of Singapore’s trainers.

Michael Cox

Singapore’s slide: a cautionary tale

The announcement that Singapore racing would cease on October 5, 2024 stunned many but questions remain. Asian Racing Report Editor Michael Cox asks: 'what happens to the horses?', and 'could this happen elsewhere?'

David Morgan, Michael Cox

Shock and anger at Singapore racing’s sad demise

An email, 15-minute meeting and 180 years of history ends as trainers and staff scramble and ask ‘what happens to the horses?’ after a stunning announcement that the Singapore Turf Club would cease racing in October 2024.

Michael Cox

COMMENT: Singapore Turf Club officials should silence rumour mill

Singapore racing’s passionate owners, trainers and fans deserve clarity on the Turf Club's direction, writes Michael Cox.

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【駿言有李】樂景傑錦標為未來賽事提供指標

《競馬每週點評》主持李駿（Andrew Le Jeune）將點評競爭激烈的樂景傑錦標、新加坡克蘭芝一哩賽和優駿牝馬（日本橡樹大賽）。

Andrew Le Jeune

LJ Confidential: competitive Lockinge provides pointer

Andrew Le Jeune runs the rule over what should be a fiercely-contested Lockinge Stakes at Newbury and also takes a look at Singapore's big day, as part of his ongoing series covering Hong Kong's simulcast races.

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Asian Racing Review: Sodashi ridden ‘perfectly’ in Victoria Mile defeat

Michael Cox joins Andrew Le Jeune to bring you all the news and views in Asian racing, including the latest on the Hong Kong betting scandal and a response to some criticism surrounding Damian Lane's Victoria Mile ride.

David Morgan

Selangor’s apprentice champion signals bright possibilities

The Selangor Turf Club’s apprentice school takes pride of place in the midst of its current resurgence and Clyde Leck is the star pupil.

Michael Cox

COMMENT | Singapore slide: can Lion City roar again?

Trainers are fighting hard and owners keep turning up but the future of Singapore racing hangs in the balance unless meaningful changes are made by the Singapore Turf Club (STC), writes Michael Cox.

Michael Cox

Lim’s Kosciuszko: The Singaporean ‘mighty mouse’ that might just muscle his way to a Hong Kong Sprint upset

Dan Beasley got his wish of a Sha Tin swansong to close out a chapter on his illustrious career but it is his relationship with trainer Dan Meagher and owner Lim Siah-Mong that make the opportunity so special.