Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott Racing

Gai's Tip Sheet

Emma Reeves usually identifies the stable's best-placed runner each weekend. This week, she takes us behind the scenes to explain the planning that goes into preparing our horses for race day. Bit long but I had to go rogue with the options on offer this week…With some of our stable stars stepping out at the trials for the first time this preparation, I thought I'd turn this piece on its head and give you some insight into the planning that goes into getting them there. They were originally due to trial today but, after the rain, they've been pushed back until Monday. It's another reminder that no matter how carefully we plan, horses and Mother Nature always have the final say. Every horse in the stable has a long-term plan. As soon as one heads to the paddock, we're already discussing where we'd like to see it in three to six months' time, whether that's winning a maiden, targeting a Stakes race or building towards a major carnival. We then work backwards, mapping out spelling, pre-training, trial dates and race targets. That plan is constantly reviewed as the horse progresses and refined based on everything from weather conditions to how they're progressing physically and mentally. It's a far more dynamic process than many people realise. Our long-term objectives rarely change, but the route we take to achieve them is continually refined to give each horse the best opportunity to succeed. The horses stepping out on Monday are the product of months of planning and, while not every plan unfolds perfectly, there's nothing more satisfying than watching a carefully planned preparation come together on race day. Monday's intriguing line-up includes: • Fully Lit – The revelation of last preparation. After a setback, we've deliberately spaced his trials to have him ready for the Missile Stakes first up • Campaldino – A genuine Spring Carnival staying star whose path towards the Chelmsford Stakes first up and, hopefully, the Caulfield Cup remains on track • Albany Road – Originally earmarked as a winter horse, but as he's progressed through the grades, he's shown he’s even more effective on firmer tracks. This mid preparation trial allows us to have him ready to strike when conditions improve. • The Euphrates – A horse we've viewed as a star staying prospect since purchasing him more than a year ago. Only bad luck has interrupted this vision, so keep an eye out for this Melbourne Cup hopeful. • Agrarian Girl – A Stakes-winning filly who resumes in the Princess Series before we decide whether to head south for the sprints or stay in Sydney and stretch her out in trip. • Shiki – Another exciting filly, but an out-and-out speedster whose profile suggests Melbourne could be the ideal fit.

Playing By The Rules

Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott

CAMON HOUDINI &nbsp;From the racetrack to the world stage of elite eventing, former Waterhouse-trained galloper Camon Houdini has carved out an extraordinary second career. Known as &ldquo;Hughie&rdquo; at home and competing under the name Humble Glory, the talented gelding has been partnered by Victorian eventer Sophia Hill since 2017, with the pair rising through the ranks together to become one of Australia&rsquo;s leading international combinations. Hughie has competed at four of the world&rsquo;s seven prestigious five-star events, showcasing the athleticism, toughness and versatility that thoroughbreds are so renowned for beyond racing. His impressive results include: 3rd place &ndash; Adelaide 5* 22nd place &ndash; Burghley 5* (UK) 6th place &ndash; Maryland 5* (USA) 10th place &ndash; Kentucky 5* (USA) The pair were also named as reserve combination for the Paris Olympic Games, a testament to their consistency and performances on the world stage. Sophia describes Hughie as a &ldquo;horse of a lifetime&rdquo;, admired internationally for his incredible jumping ability and fearless cross-country performances. &ldquo;He just keeps getting better,&rdquo; Sophia said. Looking ahead, the partnership has their sights firmly set on the upcoming World Championships in Aachen, Germany, with long-term ambitions of competing at the Los Angeles Olympic Games. Sophia is also currently seeking owners and supporters to join Hughie&rsquo;s journey as he continues competing at the elite level of international eventing. <a href="https://gaiwaterhouse.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/IQA4SRLkQKGOQrMdN3QSEhpYAZKnIi1p7E3elxjImCLWzBA?e=xTVtIR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for ownership opportunities.</a> We are incredibly proud to see another retired racehorse thriving in life after racing and wish Sophia and Hughie the very best for the exciting road ahead.

Where Are They Now?

Weight-for-age racing
There are three important issues concerning the Australian Weight-For-Age (WFA) races.
1. WFA races have come, foolishly, to dominate Australian racing, to the detriment of prizemoney distribution and returns to owners.
2. The WFA Scale should be tweaked. It is unfair.
3. As a general point, notwithstanding that the horse population has dropped, the number of Black Type races in general and WFA Group Ones in particular, have &lsquo;inflated&rsquo;, devaluing their &ldquo;Group One&rdquo; worth, to the detriment of breeders.
Weight-for-age domination
Racing is poorer with the modern preoccupation with WFA races over handicaps. Sadly, of Australia&rsquo;s 50 highest prizemoney races, only six are handicaps, quite the reverse of yesteryear &ndash; and it is a negative for both betting turnover and prizemoney distribution.
Punters prefer handicaps as a betting medium over WFA races &ndash; an obvious example is the hugely-publicised $20m Everest compared with the $5m handicap Caulfield Cup, run the same day. Last year, in spite of the overwhelming publicity Everest onslaught, Betfair only held $0.993m and only $2m was held on the NSW Tote. On the Caulfield Cup, Betfair held $1.6m and $2.417m was held on the NSW tote, trumping the Everest. Few in racing, would realise this is the case, but is normal and demonstrates the punters&rsquo; preference.
The slide to WFA racing a big mistake and it bad for racing&rsquo;s finances.
It is interesting that in 1930 when Phar Lap won the Cox Plate and Melbourne Cup double, the Cup was worth eight times the value of the WFA race. There is, sadly, not much difference now. Administrators were correct 94 years ago.
Importantly, in years to come, Black Caviar and Winx won&rsquo;t get the credit from form students that Carbine, Phar Lap and Kingston Town earned, as both the mares only faced handicaps with big weights just once, in the Newmarket and Doncaster, respectively. 
&ldquo;Tweaking&rdquo;
Let me say at the outset that if changes were to be made, the current racing population shouldn&rsquo;t be affected.
In assessing the current WFA Scale, two questions should be asked:
1. Is the proportion of runners from each age and sex category appropriate?
2. Is the ratio of results from each age and sex category appropriate? 
Runners:
Since 1991 (when anabolic steroids were discontinued) there have 240 WFA races and over 2500 starters.
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Obviously, 3yos are underrepresented &ndash; with 217 of the total 2543 starters 3yos comprise only 8.5% of the WFA1 runners, whereas they constitute 25% of the Australian racing population.
Because of an irresponsible, nay vandalistic, alteration to the WFA Scale in 1998 in relation to races over distances beyond 2400m (&gt;2400m was removed as category, resulting in 3yos at 3200m going from 47kg to 50kg!), the Melbourne Cup, which used to be dominated by up-and-coming 3yos, has had zero Southern-hemisphere 3yo starters in 27 years. None. A travesty. Mean to the Cup. And obviously unintended and must corrected.
Females are also &lsquo;missing in action&rsquo;, fillies and mares WFA starters making only 22% of runners, males making the balance of 78% of WFA starters. This is plainly wrong.
Results
Notwithstanding the fact that 3yos start, on average, at shorter prices than any other age group in WFA races, reflecting the betting public&rsquo;s miss-assessment, one loses a giant 34.9% backing them. This clearly shows that 3yos are hard done by! They need a kilo extra relief.
Staying Northern Hemisphere 3yos need their 3200m allowance reinstated i.e. 3kgs. There is also no justification for this reduction of the NH 3yo allowance. The allowance since 2019 is unjustifiable by the Australian scale and, in my opinion, is xenophobic and unsportsman-like.
Females have a much smaller candidature but &ldquo;backing them&rdquo;, with the bookmakers&rsquo; percentage built in, you only lose 1.3%, compared to entires 23.6% (perhaps the cream are retired to stud) and geldings 13.4%. Anecdotally, some mares have built extraordinary records e.g. Black Caviar, Winx, More Joyous, Via Sistina etc.
It would be appropriate to increase the female allowance to 3kg, but subsequently reduce the filly and mare allowance by one kilo for each WFA1 win.
Number of Group Ones
When the pattern replaced the Principal Races in the 1970s, there were 54 Australian Group Ones or 0.22% of our races.
Our foal crop, (the racing population hasn&rsquo;t dropped by as much) has dropped since then by 25%. Our Group Ones should be down to 41 races. Instead we have 76 (with more demanded) or 0.4%. This higher than for every other major jurisdiction (US 0.29%; Japan 0.15%; UK 0.33%; Canada 0.23%).
What is to be done?:
1. 3yos to be given an extra 1kg allowance.
2. The WFA Scale to cover 3200m, and reinstall the 3kgs allowance to 3yos in the Melbourne Cup, as it was before 1998.
3. The North Hemisphere allowance 3yo allowance to be restored, giving them an extra kilo, as it was before 2019.
4. Females&rsquo; allowance to be increased from 2kgs to 3kgs but to lose one kilo for each Group One WFA win.
5. Fight another day on the issue &ldquo;too many wfas&rdquo; and &ldquo;too many Group Ones&rdquo;.

Weight-for-age racing

THE QUEEN ELIZABETH SIR DELIUS, ROYAL RANDWICK 2026. "He's the best two-thousand metre horse, racing in Australia" said Gai, before the feature race&nbsp; not contemplating failure Sir Delius, the stable star was primed to give his very best&nbsp; in this year's "Queen Elizabeth" he'd surely pass the test She's never shy to voice a strong opinion she possesses she trusts her skills and instincts&nbsp; so, with honesty confesses Meticulous in her approach&nbsp; to the science and art of training&nbsp; she wears her heart, on her sleeve and reasons, whilst explaining It was a race of tactics as form analysts predicted&nbsp; would Autum Glow, be too good&nbsp; as speed maps, had depicted But Gai and Adrian had a plan that had their great horse peaking 
<div>which was executed with finesse&nbsp; by Craig with midrace tweaking&nbsp; He won with brute authority which did highlight his dominance by introducing pressure&nbsp; and that showcased, his prominence&nbsp; The Cox Plate, twenty, twenty-five is now a distant dream he's justified his profile for their dedicated team Best middle-distance weight for age&nbsp; at Group One in our land? he's raised the bar, staked a claim in a race he did command&nbsp; Exciting times ahead for him in twenty, twenty-six&nbsp; there are options for connections, they will navigate the mix. John Sullivan April 2026 </div>

THE QUEEN ELIZABETH by John Sullivan

RAPID FIRE&nbsp; From unraced Thoroughbred to powerhouse vaulting star.&nbsp; Rapid Fire, now known as Rapha, may never have stepped out on the racetrack, but his story is one that truly defines what life after racing can become. From his early days in our stable to finding his forever home with Marly, Rapha’s journey has been built on patience, partnership, and belief.&nbsp; What started as potential without a clear path has grown into something extraordinary. With the guidance of an incredible team and Marly’s unwavering dedication, Rapha has transformed into one of Australia’s most consistent and high performing vaulting horses.&nbsp; Together, they chose the long way around, developing, learning, and growing side by side. That decision has paid off in the most inspiring way. From Pre Novice to FEI levels, to World Championship qualification, their partnership is proof that success is so much more meaningful when built together.&nbsp; Rapha isn’t just a competitor, he’s a teacher, a teammate, and a horse trusted by multiple athletes at the highest level. His calm nature, generosity, and athleticism make him truly one in a million.&nbsp; As Marly now takes the next step toward the 2027 Junior World Championships, Rapha remains at the heart of her journey, the horse who helped build the foundation for everything to come.&nbsp; Stories like this remind us just how incredible the Thoroughbred breed is. Their versatility, intelligence, and heart allow them to excel far beyond the racetrack. With the right guidance and partnership, they can truly become anything.&nbsp; 🔗 Click the links below to read more about Rapha’s incredible journey:&nbsp; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://teamthoroughbred.com.au/2026/01/19/ex-racehorse-turned-vaulting-powerhouse/">Team Thoroughbred - Rapid Fire</a> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://onedrive.live.com/:w:/g/personal/0e4cf741bfd87c47/IQB8G4oh0tlmTKIz8_XJSBTmAY-ip3E2Pt-DFmvV36gpXHE?rtime=W3CZcs6K3kg&amp;redeem=aHR0cHM6Ly8xZHJ2Lm1zL3cvYy8wZTRjZjc0MWJmZDg3YzQ3L0lRQjhHNG9oMHRsbVRLSXo4X1hKU0JUbUFZLWlwM0UyUHQtREZtdlYzNmdwWEhFP2U9THdWTzdl">Rapha's Story</a>

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<div dir="auto">Originally from Ireland, Yarrawonga was a pleasure to have in the stable and went on to win 3 races for us. He was always a lovely horse to be around, and it&rsquo;s so special to see him now absolutely thriving in his life after racing.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Now with his new owner, Tana Males @tanamalesequestrian Yarrawonga has stepped into the equestrian world and is loving his new career as an event horse. </div>
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<div dir="auto">&ldquo;Yarrawonga is loving his new career in the equestrian world as an event horse. He loves his jumping and is incredibly bold on a cross country course. He has been out to a handful of competitions now and is doing well. He is currently competing 80cm eventing and he regularly gets comments on how nice he is. Yarrawonga is a pleasure to have and a lovely horse to do anything with! I&rsquo;m excited about his future as I think he can go a long way in the eventing world. I&rsquo;m extremely grateful for the opportunity I have been given taking Yarrawonga off the track, as I had previously worked with him when he was in training at Macedon Lodge and had followed his racing career since then.&rdquo; &mdash; Tana </div>
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<div dir="auto">We couldn&rsquo;t be prouder of this boy and everything he&rsquo;s achieving in his second career.&nbsp;Thoroughbreds truly are one of the most versatile and remarkable breeds. From excelling on the racetrack to thriving across a range of equestrian disciplines, their athleticism, heart, and adaptability never cease to amaze us. We are so lucky to work with these incredible horses and witness just how much they can achieve both during and after their racing careers.&nbsp;</div>
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It is a pleasure to invite you to the Gai Waterhouse &amp; Adrian Bott Racing Annual Yearling Parade, hosted at the beautiful Evergreen Stud on Sunday, February 22nd. Kicking off at 11:30 AM, the event&nbsp;offers an exclusive first look at our latest crop of athletes as they showcase the quality and potential we are so excited to bring to Tulloch Lodge this season. 
This parade has become a proven "must-attend" event for unearthing top-class talent. Over the last two years, this very path has been trodden by future stars including:
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<li>CLASS OF 2025: Shiki (Group 3 Gimcrack Stakes and Aquis Gold Pearl winner), Miss Chanel (2nd Group 3 Widden Stakes), By Choice (winner on debut and 3rd in Magic Millions 2YO Classic)</li>
<li>CLASS OF 2024: Storm Boy (Magic Millions 2YO Classic winner and now sire at Coolmore Stud), Shangri La Express (Golden Gift winner), and King Kirk (Group 3 Breeders' Plate winner)</li>
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Following the parade, please join us for a relaxed lunch at the iconic Saddles at Mount White, where we can toast to the year ahead and discuss the next generation of stars. This is a not-to-be-missed event for any serious racing enthusiast. 
The format for the day:
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<li>11.30am: Meet and greet the Evergreen and Waterhouse/Bott team with refreshments available. Catch up with other horses you have spelling or training at the farm currently</li>
<li>12pm: Parade 5 - 6 yearlings who have commenced the 'early education' process</li>
<li>2.30pm: Lunch at Saddles, Mount White</li>
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Please note numbers are limited so please RSVP <a href="https://gaiwaterhouse.softr.app/event-rsvp-form?recordId=recHvSElUbUBCDFEk" data-u-link-value="eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0IjoiX2JsYW5rIiwiZGF0YS10YWctaWQiOiJ7e3RhZ319In0sInZhbHVlcyI6eyJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9nYWl3YXRlcmhvdXNlLnNvZnRyLmFwcC9ldmVudC1yc3ZwLWZvcm0/cmVjb3JkSWQ9cmVjSHZTRWxVYlVCQ0RGRWsiLCJ0YWciOltdfX0=">HERE</a> by Friday 13th February 
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Date
Sunday 22nd February
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Time
11.30am arrival for 12pm parade - Yearling Parade at Evergreen Stud
2.30pm - Lunch at Saddles, Mount White
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Address
Parade: Evergreen Stud
2163 Pacific Hwy, Heatherbrae, NSW, 2324
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Lunch: Saddles
20 Ashbrookes Road, Mount White NSW
Please note lunch is $100pp
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&nbsp;Please RSVP by Friday&nbsp; 13th February <a href="https://gaiwaterhouse.softr.app/event-rsvp-form?recordId=recHvSElUbUBCDFEk" data-u-link-value="eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0IjoiX2JsYW5rIiwiZGF0YS10YWctaWQiOiJ7e3RhZ319In0sInZhbHVlcyI6eyJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9nYWl3YXRlcmhvdXNlLnNvZnRyLmFwcC9ldmVudC1yc3ZwLWZvcm0/cmVjb3JkSWQ9cmVjSHZTRWxVYlVCQ0RGRWsiLCJ0YWciOltdfX0=">HERE</a>.&nbsp; 
We look forward to seeing many of you at Evergreen Stud, while producing a recap video for all of you who can't be with us too.
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Happy Racing,
Gai &amp; Adrian&nbsp;

(Stable Spotlight) RSVP: Yearling Parade At Evergreen Stud - Sunday 22nd February

<div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">With the most&nbsp;magical time of year upon us, Christmas, we start to look ahead to the excitement of the&nbsp;Magic&nbsp;Millions&nbsp;January Yearling&nbsp;Sale&nbsp;and Racing Carnival. The Gold Coast is the setting for the start of the New Year for most commercial thoroughbred businesses, including&nbsp;ours.</div>
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<div>Our&nbsp;Sale,&nbsp;Your&nbsp;Success:</div>
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<div>We have a strong hand every year at&nbsp;Magic&nbsp;Millions&nbsp;in January, and we are now calling for expressions of interest from&nbsp;our&nbsp;ownership&nbsp;base to see who would like to be involved in the fun (the events) and the yearlings we secure in 2026.</div>
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<div>Here is an example of what you are getting&nbsp;yourself involved in by joining forces with Gai and Adrian at&nbsp;Magic&nbsp;Millions.</div>
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<div>Yearling&nbsp;Sale&nbsp;Success:</div>
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<div>In the past three&nbsp;Magic&nbsp;Millions&nbsp;January yearling&nbsp;sales, Adrian and Gai have conditioned&nbsp;15% of the Stakes winning graduates, yet we train less than 4% of the racehorses sold at this&nbsp;sale.</div>
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<div>This recent&nbsp;success&nbsp;is no surprise. This&nbsp;sale&nbsp;has been responsible for some of the biggest names in&nbsp;our&nbsp;stable for decades:</div>
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<li>Storm Boy</li>
<li>Alligator Blood</li>
<li>Farnan</li>
<li>Pierro</li>
<li>Shout The Bar</li>
<li>Sweet Idea</li>
<li>Dance Hero</li>
<li>Sebring</li>
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WATCH:&nbsp;Listen to Adrian's thoughts on the upcoming&nbsp;sale&nbsp;<a class="" style="color: #0000ff;" title="https://iwl281.keap-link012.com/v2/click/25e0cd27bfc362e88dd412c2ef65913d/eJyNkF0LgkAQRf_LPFuilpgQEWYi9kFZz2E64ZKtyzoWEv73tg_qpaDXmXPPcOcKhDzhFGbgArsUpmOABhJTJhhy8kpOSfrYDgzL1qBg_BjIshbgXr9G38B9bA1sw7Q0oEaggjbrsReFi2A3CxeRYkUi1Y2_TL2-8_H483E4g7b9KcYTI_-s3BW4JGu8N8qYakVbWSg-JxKVq-tNWVPd3aM-iQ55vNqbZysdVWzYTJdB3KkKY-rkPIttpUyEQJ69_hFh8xS3N9j-Z28=" href="https://iwl281.keap-link012.com/v2/click/25e0cd27bfc362e88dd412c2ef65913d/eJyNkF0LgkAQRf_LPFuilpgQEWYi9kFZz2E64ZKtyzoWEv73tg_qpaDXmXPPcOcKhDzhFGbgArsUpmOABhJTJhhy8kpOSfrYDgzL1qBg_BjIshbgXr9G38B9bA1sw7Q0oEaggjbrsReFi2A3CxeRYkUi1Y2_TL2-8_H483E4g7b9KcYTI_-s3BW4JGu8N8qYakVbWSg-JxKVq-tNWVPd3aM-iQ55vNqbZysdVWzYTJdB3KkKY-rkPIttpUyEQJ69_hFh8xS3N9j-Z28=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-u-link-value="eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0IjoiX2JsYW5rIiwiZGF0YS10YWctaWQiOiJ7e3RhZ319In0sInZhbHVlcyI6eyJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS9ES2ZoU1FiMnYzYz9zaT15Rk9HUy1zbDFGOGhuZFM2IiwidGFnIjpbXX19" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">here</a>. 
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<div>Racetrack&nbsp;Success:</div>
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<div>The&nbsp;Magic&nbsp;Millions&nbsp;Race Series now spans days, most notably the new 'Gold' race day run under the stars on the Saturday before the&nbsp;sale&nbsp;week (including the $3m Sunlight Slot race), and the main&nbsp;Magic&nbsp;Millions&nbsp;Race Day to conclude the Carnival, which includes 6 x $1m+ races headlined by the $3m MM 2YO Classic.</div>
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<div>This feature race we have figured in prominently over the past three seasons too, filling the first four placings, just to show&nbsp;our&nbsp;racing&nbsp;success&nbsp;is current and consistent too. Storm Boy won in 2024, Platinum Jubilee and Summer Loving filled the minor placings in 2023, and this year The Playwright ran fourth, but won the $500,000 Ladies Bonus for her Tricolours connections.</div>
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<div>In the main event in 2026 we have Shiki ($5) and Lumbini ($15) in the top 8 in betting. We also have The Three Hundred heading to the $1m MM Cup (1400m) after winning the Wyong MM 3yo and 4yo race, The Instructor on track for the MM Sprint (1100m), Shangri La Spring in great form leading into the $1m MM Stayers Cup (2200m), a few nice 2YOs set to land in the $500k Debut race, and a host of others a race away from booking their trip to the Gold Coast. We are also involving&nbsp;our&nbsp;owners in&nbsp;our&nbsp;2026 Sunlight Slot with current favourite Grafterburners set to run for us. <img src="https://www.prism.horse/api/public/image/09ae584dc8614bc384bad3711b6fe790.png" alt="" width="484" height="406" /> 
<div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">It's an exciting time of year for&nbsp;our&nbsp;team and connections, and now we are asking if you would like to join in&nbsp;our&nbsp;future&nbsp;success.</div>
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<div>We look forward to bringing you plenty of insight into the 2026 version of this important&nbsp;sale&nbsp;for&nbsp;our&nbsp;stable through regular posts, and if you have interest in securing a share in the next generation of athletes for&nbsp;our&nbsp;stable, please&nbsp;<a class="" style="color: #0000ff;" title="https://iwl281.keap-link012.com/v2/click/23dbb41f7b34e85c5f46ad2fce60f87d/eJyNkEFrwkAQhf_LnFNDjEoSKEWsyBIrKO25LO6kLk12h91JRST_vaMWTy30Nsx87z3enIHRacfKQAX22I6LDBIIuLdk0fHCO9b767XM8lkCrXWfq-B7gur8q_QOXNZ5OcvGZQJ8IhTodTdf1Gqzel-rTS0s6SAZ_3KaTIv87rN8mas1DMOfxthZXn6Jd4SKQ4-XRsZKK34LrfAHZopVmn5oe9SM4eD7iKPoGw4jTZSitw-ND92TSHwwyjzK0DSxINVNt88d2YmkCInO_LyoxtMta_gGTqtwPw==" href="https://iwl281.keap-link012.com/v2/click/23dbb41f7b34e85c5f46ad2fce60f87d/eJyNkEFrwkAQhf_LnFNDjEoSKEWsyBIrKO25LO6kLk12h91JRST_vaMWTy30Nsx87z3enIHRacfKQAX22I6LDBIIuLdk0fHCO9b767XM8lkCrXWfq-B7gur8q_QOXNZ5OcvGZQJ8IhTodTdf1Gqzel-rTS0s6SAZ_3KaTIv87rN8mas1DMOfxthZXn6Jd4SKQ4-XRsZKK34LrfAHZopVmn5oe9SM4eD7iKPoGw4jTZSitw-ND92TSHwwyjzK0DSxINVNt88d2YmkCInO_LyoxtMta_gGTqtwPw==" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-tag-id="3129" data-u-link-value="eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0IjoiX2JsYW5rIiwiZGF0YS10YWctaWQiOiJ7e3RhZ319In0sInZhbHVlcyI6eyJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9nYWl3YXRlcmhvdXNlLnNvZnRyLmFwcC9lb2ktZm9ybT9yZWNvcmRJZD1yZWNmZnM4cEltNVFEbXBpNCIsInRhZyI6W3sibGFiZWwiOiJFT0k6IE1NIDIwMjYiLCJ2YWx1ZSI6IjMxMjkifV19fQ==" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="3">REGISTER&nbsp;YOUR&nbsp;INTEREST FOR&nbsp;MAGIC&nbsp;MILLIONS&nbsp;2026 HERE</a>. Those of you attending the&nbsp;sale&nbsp;are also encouraged to register as this is where we will be communicating the details of an event we will be hosting for all of&nbsp;our&nbsp;owners in the lead up to the race day.</div>
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<div>Merry Christmas, have fun and stay safe,&nbsp;</div>
<div>From Gai, Adrian and the team at Tulloch Lodge</div>
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EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST: Magic Millions Yearling Sale 2026 - Our Sale, Your Success

Wootton Bassett: The Tattersalls Triple Play

Emma Reeves aids us with programming and identifies who she thinks is the best placed horse each weekend.&nbsp;
Shangri La Boy, Saturday 25th October, Royal Randwick, Race 8: This colt is in his first racing preparation, which presents a challenge, but he&rsquo;s quite well in at the weights under the set weights conditions with only Within The Law and Queen Of Clubs rated above him. He won the key lead up by more than two lengths and, while this will be his first attempt at the distance, he was strong through the line that day, suggesting he will relish the extra ground. Most of his rivals are also untried at the trip. He remains against his own age group and has drawn well in barrier 2, so if he can control the tempo without too much pressure in front, he should prove hard to run down.

The&nbsp;Tattersalls&nbsp;Horses In Training Sale is a proven and consistent pipeline to Australian Group 1 success for Gai Waterhouse &amp; Adrian Bott, and we invite you to&nbsp;<a class="" style="color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;" title="https://iwl281.keap-link019.com/v2/click/bf88dcf8d1ad6cc469c37ec9c90b81f5/eJyNkFFLw0AQhP_LPseGJK2tgSKllHKmFhSFvpUzt7GH6d2x2bTWkv_uRqVPCr7ufjPDzBkYnXasDORgj3U6SSACwtIGi47n3rEuv743SXYdQW3d25J8GyA__yq9AP05mwyTZBwBnwIK9PQ4mxdqvdyu1LoQNmiSjH85DUdpdvFZ3M_UCrruT2PcW14cxLuBnKnFvpGx0oqfqRZ-xxyaPI5ftT1qRtr5tsFB4yumgQ4hRm-vKk_7W5F4MspM-0VK1b5vXqrRw136oSVFSHTmZ6ICT99Z3SdJOHBR" href="https://iwl281.keap-link019.com/v2/click/bf88dcf8d1ad6cc469c37ec9c90b81f5/eJyNkFFLw0AQhP_LPseGJK2tgSKllHKmFhSFvpUzt7GH6d2x2bTWkv_uRqVPCr7ufjPDzBkYnXasDORgj3U6SSACwtIGi47n3rEuv743SXYdQW3d25J8GyA__yq9AP05mwyTZBwBnwIK9PQ4mxdqvdyu1LoQNmiSjH85DUdpdvFZ3M_UCrruT2PcW14cxLuBnKnFvpGx0oqfqRZ-xxyaPI5ftT1qRtr5tsFB4yumgQ4hRm-vKk_7W5F4MspM-0VK1b5vXqrRw136oSVFSHTmZ6ICT99Z3SdJOHBR" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-u-link-value="eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0IjoiX2JsYW5rIiwiZGF0YS10YWctaWQiOiJ7e3RhZ319In0sInZhbHVlcyI6eyJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9nYWl3YXRlcmhvdXNlLnNvZnRyLmFwcC9lb2ktZm9ybT9yZWNvcmRJZD1yZWNpY0l1eFhiZjVRSjJ6YSIsInRhZyI6W119fQ==" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">register your expression of interest</a>&nbsp;to ensure you are the first to hear how to secure your share in the next European superstar. The sale takes place from&nbsp;Monday 27th&nbsp; - Friday 31st October.
The Waterhouse-Bott stable has an unparalleled record of unearthing elite talent from this auction, transforming well-credentialed European horses into stars of the Australian turf. Our strategy focuses on identifying middle-distance and staying prospects with untapped potential for the lucrative Melbourne and Sydney Carnivals. 
<h3>Proven Success: Our&nbsp;Tattersalls&nbsp;Graduates</h3>
The results speak for themselves. Graduates from the&nbsp;Tattersalls&nbsp;Horses In Training Sale have delivered immense success for our owners, including:
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Sir Delius:&nbsp;Our record-breaking son of Frankel who has already established himself as a dual Group 1 star, capturing the&nbsp;Underwood Stakes&nbsp;and&nbsp;Turnbull Stakes.
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Just Fine:&nbsp;A son of Sea The Stars who took out the&nbsp;Group 1 Metropolitan Handicap&nbsp;in dominant fashion.
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Knights Order:&nbsp;A fan favourite and an elite stayer, winning the prestigious&nbsp;Group 1 Sydney Cup.
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Royal Patronage:&nbsp;Winner of the&nbsp;Group 1&nbsp; Canterbury Stakes&nbsp;and an international jetsetter.
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The Offer&nbsp;and&nbsp;Glencadam Gold&nbsp;are also notable Group 1 winners sourced from this sale. 
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We believe the&nbsp;<a class="" style="color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;" title="https://iwl281.keap-link019.com/v2/click/b2c818616f4a2845d8217cf4420d5a28/eJyNkM1qwzAQhN9lz3aEf1IS34wbjHCSQ5uci7CXRFReC2ldE4LfvXJbcmqht2Xn2xlm78BIilh2UICeTLpJIAKHrbYaiauBWLVf6jbJniIwmt5rN4wWivuvpw9gWWebPEm2EfDNYoBOL2XVyGP9tpfHJrBWuZDxL6d8nWYPn92hlHuY5z-Nsde8-wjeHgp2Iy6NOh1a8dmZwF-ZrS-EmKZpxYoZnVfG-FU79CJM6IUaeewpvg7Oo481xeyUJk2XeNFF_lzVUrwuY3k-pWtxCKoIycpapO7nbQ3evvPnTzZGdlY=" href="https://iwl281.keap-link019.com/v2/click/b2c818616f4a2845d8217cf4420d5a28/eJyNkM1qwzAQhN9lz3aEf1IS34wbjHCSQ5uci7CXRFReC2ldE4LfvXJbcmqht2Xn2xlm78BIilh2UICeTLpJIAKHrbYaiauBWLVf6jbJniIwmt5rN4wWivuvpw9gWWebPEm2EfDNYoBOL2XVyGP9tpfHJrBWuZDxL6d8nWYPn92hlHuY5z-Nsde8-wjeHgp2Iy6NOh1a8dmZwF-ZrS-EmKZpxYoZnVfG-FU79CJM6IUaeewpvg7Oo481xeyUJk2XeNFF_lzVUrwuY3k-pWtxCKoIycpapO7nbQ3evvPnTzZGdlY=" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-u-link-value="eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0IjoiX2JsYW5rIiwiZGF0YS10YWctaWQiOiJ7e3RhZ319In0sInZhbHVlcyI6eyJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudGF0dGVyc2FsbHMuY29tL3NhbGVzL2F1dHVtbi1ob3JzZXMtaW4tdHJhaW5pbmctc2FsZS80RENHSS9TYWxlL0FVVDI1L01haW4vIiwidGFnIjpbXX19" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">2025 catalogue</a>&nbsp;is loaded with prospects that can emulate the success of these champions.&nbsp; 
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<h3 data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Our Expert Team is on the Ground</h3>
Our Bloodstock Manager,&nbsp;Claudia Fitzgerald&nbsp;and&nbsp;Johnny McKeever&nbsp;will be on the ground in Newmarket to conduct thorough, physical inspections of all our shortlisted horses. To ensure we select only the very best prospects, we rely on the meticulous form analysis of&nbsp;Rob Waterhouse. His rigorous assessment of speed, distance, weights, and overall time ensures our selections are based on proven performance and upside potential, giving us a significant edge in identifying the horses that will thrive in Australia. 
<h3>Register Your Interest</h3>
Don't miss the opportunity to join us in the search for your next European superstar. Horses purchased from this sale often provide immediate racing opportunity in Australia's biggest races. 
By registering your interest, you will be:
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<li>Updated daily on our shortlisted horses and sale movements.</li>
<li>Given the first opportunity to secure a share in any horse we purchase. </li>
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Please register your interest&nbsp;<a class="" style="color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;" title="https://iwl281.keap-link019.com/v2/click/2f24440743821b024dfa0bbf5da2d0d5/eJyNkFFLw0AQhP_LPseGJI20AZFSSjlTCy0KvsmZ29jD9O7YbKxtyX93o9InBV93v5lh5gyMTjtWBgqwhyadJBABYWWDRcdz71hXX99pkl1H0Fj3tiTfBSjOv0ovwHDOJuMkzSPgY0CBHrazeanWy-eVWpfCBk2S8S-ncZ5mF5_F_UytoO__NMa95cW7eLdQMHU4NDJWWvEjNcLvmENbxPGrtgfNSDvftThqfc000iHE6O1V7Wl_KxJPRpmbYZFKdR9PL3W-uUtPWlKERGd-Jirx-J3VfwJISXBQ" href="https://iwl281.keap-link019.com/v2/click/2f24440743821b024dfa0bbf5da2d0d5/eJyNkFFLw0AQhP_LPseGJI20AZFSSjlTCy0KvsmZ29jD9O7YbKxtyX93o9InBV93v5lh5gyMTjtWBgqwhyadJBABYWWDRcdz71hXX99pkl1H0Fj3tiTfBSjOv0ovwHDOJuMkzSPgY0CBHrazeanWy-eVWpfCBk2S8S-ncZ5mF5_F_UytoO__NMa95cW7eLdQMHU4NDJWWvEjNcLvmENbxPGrtgfNSDvftThqfc000iHE6O1V7Wl_KxJPRpmbYZFKdR9PL3W-uUtPWlKERGd-Jirx-J3VfwJISXBQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-u-link-value="eyJuYW1lIjoid2ViIiwiYXR0cnMiOnsiaHJlZiI6Int7aHJlZn19IiwidGFyZ2V0IjoiX2JsYW5rIiwiZGF0YS10YWctaWQiOiJ7e3RhZ319In0sInZhbHVlcyI6eyJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9nYWl3YXRlcmhvdXNlLnNvZnRyLmFwcC9lb2ktZm9ybT9yZWNvcmRJZD1yZWNpY0l1eFhiZjVRSjJ6YSIsInRhZyI6W119fQ==" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="4">here</a>. 
We look forward to finding our next Group 1 winner with you. 
Happy racing,
Gai &amp; Adrian
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Tattersalls Horses In Training Sale: Your Chance to Race a Group 1 Winner

I'd like to thank&nbsp;Dr. Kevin J. Doyle for sending me the below email and article on Tulloch from The Australian. I must say, I thought it was rather fanciful when I read it myself.&nbsp; Hi Gai, I&rsquo;ve reviewed the recent article on Tulloch in The Australian&nbsp;and reflect on the narrative presented. Having worked closely with Percy and knowing the inner workings of your Dad&rsquo;s stable during the 1970s, I must say that from my perspective, writing an article like this nearly 70 years later lacks substantive basis, especially concerning the integrity of Percy, Tommy, and their trusted staff. The suggestion of foul play, as revealed by the apprentice groom Lem Bann, particularly gives me pause. Based on my veterinary experience and personal conversations&mdash;including with Dr. Rowan Hickson, who was the vet in Bathurst and a distant cousin of mine&mdash;I find the claims about Tulloch&rsquo;s behaviour and stable security contradict the facts. For example, Tulloch was not the &lsquo;cranky&rsquo; horse who only tolerated one individual, as the article suggests. Percy had a unique and respectful bond with Tulloch, clearly demonstrated when he calmly handled and even tapped the horse on the backside without adverse reaction. It&rsquo;s also clear the stable operated under very high standards of trust and security, with only one known attempted nobbling over many years, and that too was unsuccessful (Gold Pulse). I&rsquo;m inclined to question the authenticity of both Lem Bann&rsquo;s account and the journalistic framing of the story. While the veterinary challenges Tulloch faced were real and formidable, the theory of deliberate poisoning seems highly unlikely. I&rsquo;ve attached a detailed summary of Tulloch&rsquo;s history and my perspective on the matter should you be interested in further reading. I appreciate the opportunity to revisit such a significant chapter of Australian racing history and share my perspective. Best regards, Kevin Doyle
ARTICLE: Tulloch was a legendary Australian Thoroughbred racehorse foaled in 1954 in New Zealand. Trained by Tommy J. Smith and owned by E.A. Haley, Tulloch is widely regarded as one of the greatest Australian stayers in racing history. He won races over distances ranging from 5 furlongs (1,000 meters) to 2 miles (3,200 meters), breaking multiple Australian records including the 10-furlong Cox Plate in 1960 and the 12-furlong Caulfield Cup in 1957.
Tulloch&rsquo;s racing career was remarkable for both his dominance and resilience. As a three-year-old, he won 14 of 16 starts and broke Phar Lap&rsquo;s near three-decade-old record for the AJC Derby by more than two seconds. Highlights included an emphatic win in the Caulfield Cup in a record time and a commanding victory in the Cox Plate, where he overcame a large deficit on a slow, tight track. Tulloch&rsquo;s victory in the Caulfield Cup remains one of the fastest turf times ever recorded for the distance, and his AJC Derby record further cemented his status as a superstar.
In April 1958, after a season of dominant performance, Tulloch was struck by a mysterious and debilitating stomach disease thought to be caused by a virus or hyper parasitism, though exact diagnosis was not possible with the veterinary knowledge of the time. The illness caused recurring infections and severe weight loss, sidelining him from racing for nearly two years. Under the close veterinary supervision of Percy Sykes and Fred Monaghan. Tulloch received multiple treatments including the notable use of Brilliant Green and a "fecal cocktail" drench to restore his gut flora. Both treatments Percy and Fred believed contributed to his recovery and eventual return to racing.
Tulloch returned to competition as a five-year-old and continued to demonstrate his class, winning 15 of 24 races after his illness. His later victories included prestigious weight-for-age races such as the AJC Autumn Stakes, AJC Queen Elizabeth Stakes, and the Brisbane Cup. His overall record stood at an impressive 53 starts for 36 wins, 12 seconds, and 4 thirds, with career earnings surpassing &pound;110,000&mdash;a record at the time.
Tulloch&rsquo;s temperament was complex but manageable by veterinarians and his trainer; contrary to some later claims, he was not unusually cranky or difficult to handle, particularly with Dr. Percy Sykes, who had a unique bond with him. Attempts to suggest he was ever deliberately "nobbled" are largely unsubstantiated and contradicted by stable security and staff trust.
Tulloch&rsquo;s legacy extends beyond his race wins; he was one of the five inaugural inductees into the Australian Racing Hall of Fame alongside other legends such as Phar Lap and Kingston Town, and also inducted into the New Zealand Racing Hall of Fame. His impressive records, remarkable comeback from life-threatening illness, and profound impact on Australian racing history continue to be celebrated

Dr Kevin Doyle - Tulloch

Gai & Adrian TV 17th July

It's a smaller team for the stable this Saturday, with three runners set to line up at Rosehill and Wyong. All have trained on well and head to the races with genuine claims of performing strongly.

Gai & Adrian TV - 4th July 2026

Saturday shapes as an exciting day for the stable, with a quality team of runners at Rosehill and Newcastle. From debutants to last-start winners, several horses head to the races in excellent order.

Gai & Adrian TV - 27th June 2026

The team is set for a great day of racing with some quality runners representing the stable at both Randwick and Kembla Grange. 

Gai & Adrian TV - 20th June 2026

We're set for an exciting Saturday at Eagle Farm with four quality runners flying the Waterhouse & Bott flag. 

Gai & Adrian TV - 13th June 2026

Gai & Adrian TV - 6th June 2026

Gai & Adrian TV - 16th May 2026

Lady Of Camelot returns to the races at Eagle Farm on Saturday to contest the $300k Group 2 Victory Stakes over 1200 metres with jockey Tim Clark booked to ride.

Gai & Adrian TV 2nd May 2026

Anzac Day racing takes place today at Royal Randwick, where Extremely Tempted returns in the 2YO Handicap over 1100 metres.

Gai & Adrian TV 24th April 2026

The Tulloch Lodge team are ready to fire tomorrow at Royal Randwick. 

Gai & Adrian TV 18th April 2026

The wait is finally over as we head to Royal Randwick for the opening day of The Championships, a weekend that truly represents the grand final of Australian racing.

Gai & Adrian TV 3rd April 2026

The energy at Tulloch Lodge is reaching fever pitch as we gear up for one of the most exhilarating weekends on the racing calendar, beginning this afternoon with Bear On The Loose stepping out in the Listed Albury Gold Cup. 

Gai & Adrian TV 20th March 2026

On Saturday we are heading to Rosehill with a powerhouse squad, headlined by Shangri La Boy looking to bounce back in the Group 2 Phar Lap Stakes.

Gai & Adrian TV 13th March 2026

From promising young talent in the features to progressive stayers ready to make their mark, the Tulloch Lodge team is primed for a big weekend. Agrarian Girl and Miss Chanel will look to secure their spot in the Group 1 Golden Slipper via the Group 2 Reisling Stakes over 1200m. 

Gai & Adrian TV 7th March

From flashy two-year-olds in the Group features to imports ready to rumble, Gai and Adrian are ready to fire tomorrow at Royal Randwick.

Gai & Adrian TV 27th February 2026

Gai & Adrian have runners lining up across four tracks this weekend, from the Friday night lights at Canterbury to the big stages at Rosehill and Caulfield, with additional chances at Nowra. 

Gai & Adrian 20th February 2026

We’re heading to the tight-turning Canterbury track tonight with four serious chances. 

Gai & Adrian TV 30th December 2026

It is an action-packed weekend for the stable with a powerful contingent of runners spread across four key venues. At the Gold Coast, our focus is on the Magic Millions Carnival. 

Gai & Adrian TV - 8th January

Sly Boots returns to the races at Royal Randwick on Sunday to contest the $160,000 Benchmark 78 Handicap over 1600 metres with jockey Regan Bayliss booked to ride.

Gai & Adrian TV 26th December 2025

Whack Attack gave us a great thrill when winning at Canberra with Louis on board, and he showed how tough he was under pressure as he kept finding right through the line which is a trait that will stand him in good stead as he steps up in grade here.

Gai & Adrian TV 19th December 2025

Elio ran a very good race on debut at Newcastle, finishing fourth behind Seejaye and Mystical who have both since run well again at Wyong earlier this week. 

Gai & Adrian TV 12th December 2025

This weekend, our Victorian campaign is headlined by the promising mare Alalcance in the Group 2 Zipping Classic over 2400m at Caulfield.

Gai & Adrian TV 28th November 2025

Gai & Adrian have a strong team stepping out across two states this weekend. Our Caulfield runners include the returning sprinter Ikasara, who kicks off his campaign in the BM74 Handicap over 1100m with Ben Melham aboard.

Gai & Adrian TV 14th November 2025

We are set for another exciting Saturday of racing with runners at both Flemington and Rosehill, headlined by some top-tier talent. 

Gai & Adrian TV 7th November 2025

Our headline act this weekend is at Royal Randwick, where we have strong contenders in the day's features. Shangri La Boy and Champagne Hero contest the Group 1 Spring Champion Stakes over 2000m

Gai & Adrian TV 24th October 2025

Vauban looks ready to peak in the Group 1 Caulfield Cup with Blake Shinn in the saddle.

Gai & Adrian TV 18th October 2025

It’s another fantastic weekend of racing for the stable, with a strong contingent heading to Rosehill for what promises to be a thrilling day, featuring two runners in both the Listed Tapp-Craig and the Group 3 Gloaming Stakes.

Gai & Adrian TV 11th October 2025

All eyes will be on Royal Randwick, where we saddle up runners in the major handicaps, including Fully Lit in the $1.5 million Group 1 Epsom Handicap and Vauban in the $750,000 Group 1 Metropolitan. 

Gai & Adrian TV 3rd October 2025

Bellazaine returns to the races at Sandown this afternoon to contest the Group 2 Thousand Guineas Prelude over 1400 metres with jockey Jett Stanley booked to ride. 

Gai & Adrian TV 26th September 2025

Sir Delius got his preparation off to a super start when finishing a close second in the Group 2 Chelmsford Stakes. 

Gai & Adrian TV 19th September 2025

Bellazaine returns to the races at Flemington on Saturday to contest the $175k Listed 3 Year Old Fillies Cap D’Antibes Stakes over 1100 metres with jockey Regan Bayliss booked to ride.

Gai & Adrian TV 12th September 2025

Sir Delius returns to the races at Randwick on Saturday to contest the $300k Group 2 Chelmsford Stakes over 1600m and he is thriving ahead of his return. 

Gai & Adrian TV 5th September 2025

Sigma was most unlucky to be run down in the dying strides at Hawkesbury last time. He fought on very strongly over the 1500 metres on that occasion, so this further step up to the mile promises to suit and he ran well at this track two back so this adds further confidence.

Gai & Adrian TV 29th August 2025

Agarwood made a huge impression when winning her two starts in the autumn with the minimum of fuss, so these big spring races have been her target ever since. 

Gai & Adrian TV 22nd August 2025

The Playwright lines up in the Group 3 Quezette Stakes on Saturday at Caulfield. This race against her own age and sex is a lovely starting point for her 3YO preparation.

Gai & Adrian TV 16th August 2025

Koibito could not be in better order ahead of her first career start. She’s won each of her two trials in extremely likeable fashion.

Gai & Adrian TV 25th July 2025

At Flemington on Saturday, the stable saddles up a few intriguing prospects. Aloysius has continued to thrive since his impressive second up win and on that occasion, Tim Clark felt that there was plenty more left in the tank. 

Gai & Adrian TV 18th July 2025

At Randwick, keep an eye on Tomato Toastie as she looks to make a splash in the 2YO Handicap over 1400m. 

Gai & Adrian TV 11th July 2025

Gai and Adrian have a strong contingent of runners stepping out across multiple tracks this weekend. 

Gai & Adrian TV 4th July 2025

Gai & Adrian have a significant presence at Rosehill Gardens tomorrow with key runners in the feature events

Gai & Adrian TV 27th June 2025

Osmose will look to add the Ipswich Cup to her name on Saturday for First Light Racing and connections.

Gai & Adrian TV 20th June 2025

Campaldino will attempt to keep his winning streak intact in the Group 2 Brisbane Cup at Eagle Farm

Gai & Adrian TV 14th June 2025

Gai and Adrian have a strong team lining up at Eagle Farm today. In Race 3, the Magic Millions National Classic we have two excellent chances. 

Gai & Adrian TV 7th June 2025

Osmose resumed with a fantastic effort to finish third over the mile a fortnight ago and she’s taken plenty of improvement from that run.

Gai & Adrian TV 30th May 2025

Eliyass returns to the races at Doomben on Saturday to contest the $1M Group 1 Doomben Cup over 2000 metres with jockey Tim Clark booked to ride. 

Gai & Adrian TV 23rd May 2025

Sir Delius makes his debut for the stable today in the Group 2 Chairmans' Handicap at Doomben.

Gai & Adrian TV 17th May 2025

The stable has a strong hand in the Gosford Gold Cup this afternoon thanks to Les Vampires and New Endeavour.

Gai & Adrian TV 9th May 2025

The anticipation is building for Day 2 of The Star Championships, and Gai and Adrian are bringing the firepower to Royal Randwick this afternoon.

Gai & Adrian TV 12th April 2025

Day 1 of The Championships takes place at Royal Randwick today and the Waterhouse/Bott team have a strong hand across the card.


Gai & Adrian TV 5th April 2025

Gai will attempt to win her ninth Golden Slipper and with 3 strong chances in the $5M feature race of the day at Rosehill Gardens she has every chance of breaking her own record in the richest 2YO race in the world. 

Gai & Adrian TV: Golden Slipper Special

Vauban will make his debut for the Waterhouse/Bott team today at Rosehill Gardens in the Group 3 Sky High Stakes over 2000m. 

Gai & Adrian TV 15th March 2025

Espionage is going to relish stretching out to 1200m in the Group 1 Newmarket Handicap, and whilst the Flemington straight presents a unique test, he’s had the experience of a jumpout down it.

Gai & Adrian TV March 8th 2025

Gai and Adrian will attempt to win their first Group 1 Blue Diamond Stakes on Saturday with The Playwright for her all female ownership group and Tricolours. 

Gai & Adrian TV 21st February 2025

Just Glamourous is pleasing us ahead of her return at Canterbury Park tonight. Her two trials have given her the right conditioning and base level of fitness to resume over 1250m.

Gai & Adrian TV 14th February 2025

Tonight, Canterbury Park is the place to be as our stable unleashes a trio of talented runners. Leading the charge is the exciting debutante, Yes Yes Boss, who is ready to show off her impressive trial form. 

Gai & Adrian TV 7th February 2025

The Playwright will look to add the Group 3 Widden Stakes to her name on Saturday at Rosehill after taking out the Magic Millions Ladies Bonus on the Gold Coast a fortnight ago for Tricolours.

Gai & Adrian TV 31st January 2025

The Gold Coast is under lights tonight, and the weather's playing ball for the rescheduled $14.5M Magic Millions raceday. 

Gai & Adrian TV 17th January 2024

The $14.5M Magic Millions Raceday explodes onto the scene today. THE PLAYWRIGHT a $60,000 bargain from Book 2, leaps from barrier 8 with Blake Shinn aboard for Tricolours. 

Gai & Adrian TV 11th January 2025

Today's meeting at the Gold Coast has been relocated to the Sunshine Coast and the stable is well represented in the inaugural $3M Magic Millions Sunlight Plate

Gai & Adrian TV 4th January 2024

Manuscript gave us all a huge thrill when winning so impressively first-up at Wyong.

Gai & Adrian TV 8th December 2024

Serpentine will look to repeat Military Mission's success last year in the Group 2 Zipping Classic at Caulfield on Saturday. 

Gai & Adrian TV 29th November 2024

Group 1 winner Converge will attempt to add the $1M The Gong to his race record on Saturday at Kembla Grange.

Gai & Adrian TV 22nd November 2023

Group 1 action continues in Melbourne on Saturday with the $1.5M Thousand Guineas taking centre stage at Caulfield. 

Gai & Adrian TV 15th November 2024

Just Fine takes his place in the Melbourne Cup on Tuesday for MyRacehorse and an excited group of owners. 

Gai & Adrian TV 2nd November 2024

The Valley is under lights tonight for the Group 2 Moonee Valley Gold Cup where we have two runners in the 2500m staying contest.

Gai & Adrian TV 25th October 2024

It's Everest Day at Royal Randwick and the stable has two live chances in the $20 million showdown.

Gai & Adrian TV 18th October 2024

The Group 1 Caulfield Guineas is the feature race of the day in Melbourne and the stable has a couple of nice chances in the $3M race

Gai & Adrian TV 11th October 2024

It's Epsom Day at Royal Randwick and the stable is well represented in the $1.5M race thanks to our exciting European import Royal Patronage and Group 1 ATC Derby winner, Major Beel. 

Gai & Adrian TV 5th October 2024

The Valley is under lights tonight and the stable has three exciting chances including Dawn Service in the Group 2 Stutt Stakes, Osmose in the Group 2 Stock Stakes and Chateau Miraval in the Listed Scarborough Stakes.

Gai & Adrian TV 27th September 2024

Royal Patronage gave us all such a buzz when winning so impressively in his first Australian start.

Gai & Adrian TV  20th September 2024

STORM BOY was electric on debut in the Group 3 San Domenico Stakes and on Saturday he will step up in trip and grade in the Group 2 Run To The Rose for Coolmore Stud and connections

Gai & Adrian TV 13th September 2024

Our Golden Slipper heroine Lady Of Camelot returns to the races this afternoon at The Valley where she will contest the Group 1 Moir Stakes over 1000m with Zac Lloyd with in the saddle.

Gai & Adrian TV: 7th September 2024

STORM BOY and MAYFAIR return to the races to contest the Group 3 San Domenico Stakes which is a nice starting point for these two talented colts ahead of their major spring targets.

Gai & Adrian TV 31st August 2024

Group 1 action returns to Royal Randwick on Saturday and TROPICAL SQUALL will be looking for her third career win at this level in the Winx Stakes for her new owners, Yu Long Investments. 

Gai & Adrian TV 24th August 2024

At Rosehill Gardens our Golden Gift winner SHANGRI LA EXPRESS returns to the races in the Rosebud over 1100m. 

Gai & Adrian TV 17th August 2024

This weekend WAAMIL will look for her second career win over 2000m at Kembla Grange and KANGAROO COURT will kick off his preparation in a BM70 at Echuca.

Gai & Adrian TV 10th August 2024

Ha Ha Ha is looking for her second win on Australian soil over a mile at Royal Randwick on Saturday for First Light Racing and connections.

Gai & Adrian TV 27th July 2024

Mayfair will attempt to break his maiden at the second time of asking for Newgate Farm and connections at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday after an encouraging debut performance at Randwick a fortnight ago.

Gai & Adrian TV 20th July 2024

Mayfair will attempt to break his maiden on debut for Newgate at Royal Randwick while Zoumon will hope to make it back-to-back wins in the Caloundra Cup.

Gai & Adrian TV 6/7/24

Bear On The Loose makes his Australian debut for MyRacehorse on Saturday at Rosehill Gardens in the BM78 Handicap over 1800m, all signs indicate he will be an exciting stayer for his connections over the spring. 

Gai & Adrian TV 29/06/24

Zoumon will look to return to the winner's circle second up in the Ipswich Cup with Regan Bayliss in the saddle for Mt Hallowell Stud and connections.

Gai & Adrian TV 21/06/24

Knights Order and Goldman are in terrific order ahead of their next assignment in the Group 2 Brisbane Cup over 3200m.

Gai & Adrian TV 14/6/24

All eyes will be on the Group 1 Queensland Oaks this afternoon at Eagle Farm and the stable is saddling up Amazonian Lass who will jump from barrier 18 with Adam Hyeronimus in the saddle. 

Gai & Adrian TV 8/6/24

Gold Bullion will attempt to add the Group 1 Queensland Derby to his name on Saturday at Eagle Farm for Newgate Farm and connections.

Gai & Adrian TV 31/5/24

Group 1 action continues in Queensland on Saturday and the stable will saddle up Serpentine and New Endeavour in the $1M Doomben Cup.

Gai & Adrian TV 24/05/24

Group 1 action takes place at Morphettville this afternoon and Pulchritudinous is looking to claim her second win at the highest level for Yulong in the Australasian Oaks. 

Gai & Adrian TV 27/04/24

Anode will look for Group 1 glory in the Champagne Stakes where he will step up to a mile for the first time under the guidance of Adam Hyeronimus.

Gai & Adrian TV 19/4/24

Day 2 of the Championships looks to be an exciting affair and the stable has a strong hand in the $2million Sydney Cup thanks to Serpentine, Military Mission and Major Beel.

Gai & Adrian TV 12/4/24

Day 1 of The Championships is here and the sun is shining at Randwick despite the heavy rainfall overnight.

Gai & Adrian TV

Military Mission is backing up in the Group 1 Tancred Stakes after his honest run in last weekend's Group 1 Ranvet Stakes. This European import keeps improving and he's sure to give things a shake.

Gai & Adrian TV 29/03/23

The Group 1 Golden Slipper is set to be contested at Rosehill Gardens for the 68th time on Saturday. 'The Slipper' is the world's richest 2YO race worth $5 million and Gai & Adrian have 6 runners in the race plus one emergency. 

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