In this edition of the OTI Gazette, we have a chat to one of Australia’s leading racing experts/sports journalist, Michael Felgate.
We again discuss the potential sell of Rosehill, look at our upcoming runners for an exciting weekend ahead, reflect on the recent Ballarat Stable Tour and introduce a classy filly by Blue Point with Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr.
CHAT WITH MICHAEL FELGATE
“Racing has so many amazing stories and people that literally give their life to work with incredible equine athletes with the dream of finding a star. From the richest to the poorest, racing brings all walks of life together and I’m lucky enough to be able to help tell those incredible stories in my role.”
ROSEHILL – TO SELL OR NOT TO SELL
“The history of clubs selling their racetracks in Australia does little to enhance support. Despite the promise of funding boosts flowing back to racing from such sales, most benefits have been short-lived. South Australia, which sold off Cheltenham and Victoria Park over a 20-year period last century, struggles to keep pace with its neighbours despite the funds attracted.”