After an unusual poor run by Checkmate Lad, (where he was subsequently found to have effectively torn a hamstring), it was wonderful to see him back at his competitive best, dominating the Fort Knox Storage Class 2 Plate over 1600m at the Sunshine Coast today. The win...

An excellent effort by very talented So You Think 4yo, So Dapper, to convincingly win his maiden over 1400m at Sunshine Coast, at his second start. After betting saw him move from $10 into some $1.80, jockey Ron Stewart was able to give his supporters plenty to cheer...

Sheezinajam appreciated the step up in journey to 1900m, by smashing the field by 7.25 lengths yesterday at Kilcoy. With Josh Oliver back aboard, the race was hardly ever in doubt after she commenced very strongly to lead, and on the tight turning track, (the Moonee...

Sheezinajam's run of good form continued at Toowoomba yesterday with a win in the PRYDE'S EASIFEED Class 4 Plate over 1640m! This was her second win in a row after her recent win at Beaudesert, and her form is delighting her owners, and her new trainers. The win was...

A very pleasing win for Esprit Racing when Sheezinajam, ridden beautifully by Michael Hellyer, won today at Beaudesert in the TAB Class 2 Handicap over 1650m at only her 2nd start for the stable. It was pleasing in several respects; not only did the mare settle very...

Well, you don't see them do that too often, but Bronzegate was able to win dominantly today on the Sunshine Coast, after missing the start by some 5 lengths. The flashy chestnut son of Postponed has become quite a handful at the barriers in the last 12 months, and was...

A factor that is very important for any racehorse stable, just like any business, is its KPI's. One number that keeps popping up favourably for Esprit Racing is the city statistics, and in the last 12 months we are proud to report that we have taken horses to Doomben...

In a driving finish, classy Fastnet Rock mare, Mewstone Rock was able to prevail in the www.BRC.com.au Benchmark 65 Handicap over 1350m at Doomben yesterday. After a barrier mishap a fortnight ago caused her to be scratched and miraculously she...

Here are some arrangements to support the financial side of your racing experience: Esprit Racing has partnered with Australian Thoroughbred Finance to support owners in the purchasing of their dream horse. Finance is personalized to your individual purchase and...

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Well, after what seems an eternity, we seem to be past the worst of the wet weather, and the horses are now being able to work on the grass and get that much needed work to bring them to raceday fitness. (That said we do have some rain due early this week, so...

It's been a frantic couple of days with shares in the horses available flying out the door!The Reliable Man/Brela Belle colt is all gone, as is the So You Think/Strobic. Congratulations to all concerned!Since the communication yesterday, we have been inundated...

It's all systems go at Esprit Racing; the yearling sales are over, and it is head down, backside up again for the entire team! The horses are all back and gearing up for a return to the racetrack in a month or so, and John and Sheila are delighted with the way they...

After the hectic period around Christmas and the Magic Millions sales and races, the stable has been a little quiet with the majority of horses spelling in readiness for the late autumn/winter carnival.This has given John and Sheila a chance for a short break in New...

Esprit Racing is absolutely thrilled with its Magic Millions purchases and we encourage you to have a look, make an enquiry on pricing and payment options, and get on board!Packaging of multiple horses above 2.5% is also available and is a great way to have...

Quite simple indeed it was for Simply So, who trounced her opposition to win her second race at Sunshine Coast to close 2018 with a bang!It hadn’t always gone right for the mare, with wet tracks, leaderish tracks and raceday buffeting preventing her from adding sooner...

Talk about a stable in form with horses performing at their absolute best, and what a great end to 2018 with Simply So winning from well back at home!In recent weeks: Two 10yo's were produced first up to win in town!!The 10yo Irish...

An outstanding weekend of racing for Esprit Racing that yet again showcased the remarkable talents of John, Sheila and the team.Friday night at Sunshine Coast started with a bang when the lovely High Chaparral mare Kiriana won easily over 1600m at only...

A wonderful horse, wonderful training, wonderful tactics and wonderful execution!Not much more can be said to explain Irish Constabulary’s last to first performance in the $75000 Winning Edge Presentation Handicap over 1050m at Doomben. First up over a...

Sheila Laxon recently took the Melbourne Cup to Wangaratta. The racecourse has been magnificently upgraded and was opened by Racing Minister Martin Pakula as part of the Cup Tour  Some 1000 local Wangaratta and Glenrowan school children...

An excellent ride and a strong staying effort helped 4yo Checkmate Lad achieve his second win at Doomben yesterday. After striking bad luck getting a run at his previous race last week, jockey Ron Stewart was keen to get him into open air and swept from...

A tremendous effort by San Telmo and apprentice Jackson Murphy to win over 2200m at Doomben today in the DES LAMBART MEMORIAL BenchMark 80 Handicap.Settling at the rear, the 7yo gelding, a son of Authorized, was patiently ridden and was brought into the race prior to...

A well deserved win today by Checkmate Lad over 2060m at Doomben!After several strong finishing placed performances, and a seemingly disappointing run for 4th when he just didn't handle the wet track, Checkmate was sent out the 3rd favourite, and relished the drier...