Like many trainers, Raymond Connors has always dreamed of contesting the Group 1 Melbourne Cup (3200m), and reality is now starting to hit home as he prepares Trav towards to coveted race in November.

After completing his time in Japan in late June and then heading to Europe and the United Kingdom for a month for a break, Dee said it was a whirlwind of different experiences and a huge learning ...

The Mildura slow-motion replay was adulation for Revolution Belle ($5.50) supporters, and heartbreak for Flip The Switch’s ($7 into $4.20) backers, as the former got her nose down at the perfect time ...