The owners of Damask Rose have been given a late Christmas present, with Te Akau Racing selecting the exciting filly to represent their slot in the inaugural $3.5 million NZB Kiwi (1500m) on Champions ...

To some it's the Valley of the Thracian Kings, to others, the Valley of the Damask rose. In early June, Bettany Hughes joined the rose pickers at dawn to find out what makes the valley so special.

Damask Rose added some much-needed clarity to the markets for New Zealand’s two richest races with her brilliant comeback at Te Rapa on Saturday. That is not to say she will win either of the $1 ...