ACKNOWLEDGED RETRAINERS

Supported by over 50 RV Acknowledged Retrainers, the Off The Track program is an important pathway for thoroughbreds transitioning from the racetrack to a second career. 

Through this network of Retrainers, the Off The Track’s partnership with Equestrian Victoria provides an important opportunity to drive demand for the breed and showcase its versatility. 

It is one of a number of initiatives that underpin Racing Victoria’s post-racing framework to support every horse leaving the sport. 

A $25 MILLION COMMITMENT

In October 2019, Racing Victoria committed $25 million to accelerated and expanded the industry’s three-year equine welfare action plan. This will directly fund the delivery of a statewide re-homing program; post-racing career options; a statewide foster program; an advanced tracking system; an expanded equine welfare taskforce; humane euthanasia; and responsible breeding. 

Over the next 12-months you will notice a number of these programs roll out, including an expanded Off The Track program as we amplify our support for each thoroughbreds journey to a second career. 

We look forward to continuing our relationship with the equestrian family and thank Equestrian Victoria for their ongoing support. 

To learn more about Racing Victoria’s Off The Track program or to find a Retrainer near you, please visit their website. 

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P.S.I. DJWTS CHAMPIONS

Past Champions SPH Dante (Welfenadel x Dormello, P.S.I. 2014), his dam Donner Carina (Dormello x Donnerschwee) and the late Oldenburg stallion Solo Feliz (San Amour x Donnerhall, P.S.I. 2012) come to mind. Other top DJWTS contenders with P.S.I. roots include SPH Renaissance (Royal Hit x Clintino) by the Hof Kasselmann bred mare PSI Oltovia, She’s Nice (San Amour x Akribori) and the full siblings Aber Halo and Aber Sienna, whose sire Aber Hallo was bred by Ulli Kasselmann.  

But it’s not just the four-legged P.S.I. stars that are popular in Down Under. In the past Hof Kasselmann riders Nicole Wego and Frederic Wandres were invited to Melbourne as test riders for the young dressage horses and presenter of the dressage masterclass. In 2019 Swedish Grand Prix rider (and former Kasselmann rider) Therese Nilshagen was the much celebrated guest star and rider.   

Frederic Wandres has established quite a following in Australia, prompting a return for a series of clinics in Victoria and South Australia. His quiet approach to teaching and his way of finding the key to unlock the very best in every horse and rider combination proved a hit with all participants. From junior to Grand Prix riders, from amateurs to professionals, everyone keeps asking the same question, “When is Freddy coming back…?” 

But the Australian-German connection works both ways. Professional rider Daniella Dierks boarded a plane to Germany to support the P.S.I. crew during the busy Auction period. What a great addition to the team!