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.

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

Dan Beasley heading home but hoping for a Hong Kong swansong on Singapore star

Australian rider Dan Beasley will leave Singapore but retirement is still a few years off yet as he sweats on a Hong Kong Sprint start for Lim’s Kosciuszko.

David Morgan

From Wodonga to Kranji, Beasley still making his mark

A Riverina grounding is still serving jockey Danny Beasley well in his unexpected second spell as a jockey.

David Morgan

Tiger Roar carries confidence into the Singapore Derby but trainers still seek direction

There are hints of positivity in Singapore racing as Derby day approaches but the Turf Club remains guarded about its long-range strategy.