Barefoot Zulu has been ruled out of the Sportsbet Melbourne Cup series and withdrawn from Sportsbet’s slot in The Phoenix.

A call on tackling the Melbourne Cup is on hold for potential superstar Zipper On Time, with champion trainer Jason Thompson prioritising a slot in next month’s The Phoenix.

Colac Kid has added another feature trophy to his growing resume storming home to win the Group 3 Shootout at Sandown Park on Friday night.

The Shootout is annually one of the most interesting races on the calendar due to it’s four-dog format and tonight is a very even edition of it – if they all turn up with their best.

Best lay bets in Australia for Friday, November 14 brought to you by expert form analysts from the Betfair Hub.

The field has landed for this Friday’s Group 3 $40,000 Shootout at Sandown Park.

Saturday’s Topgun meeting at The Meadows not only showcased elite greyhound racing but also some fascinating Race Data, offering a deeper look at how the best of the best hit top gear.

The Sportsbet Dream Chasers Festival officially begins this Saturday night – and for greyhound fans who can’t make it to The Meadows or Sandown Park – Racing.com has you covered with LIVE coverage across all four blockbuster nights.

Sprint sensation Barefoot Zulu, a last start 28.94 Sandown Park winner, has been snapped up by Sportsbet for the $1.65m The Phoenix (525m) at The Meadows next month.

Best lay bets in Australia for Thursday, November 6 brought to you by expert form analysts from the Betfair Hub.

The Racing Blogger – Stephen Power – heads to Sandown Park tonight!

Best lay bets in Australia for Thursday, October 30 brought to you by expert form analysts from the Betfair Hub.

When you see ‘Sportsbet Melbourne Cup Prelude’ in the form guide, it just hits differently doesn’t it? It’s that time of the year.

James Van de Maat has tackled the Cranbourne Cup night program at Sandown Park.