First Up: Everest Carnival premieres at 10am AEST on News24, formerly Sky News Australia, with the 11-week series following the people and horses at the centre of the racing industry as they prepare for one of the biggest events on the Australian racing calendar.
The program is set to cover the latest racing news, form and analysis, while also featuring tips, interviews and stories from across the industry involving jockeys, owners, trainers and punters.
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The network says the new series marks the next evolution of Racing Dreams, which has been part of its racing coverage since launching ahead of the 2019 Championships.
Journalist and former Racing Dreams host Julie Snook will co-host the series alongside racing presenter and form analyst Brad Gray, with former jockey Rachel Hunt joining as a field reporter.
Snook and Gray will cover the biggest stories in racing throughout the series, while Hunt will provide additional insights and stories from across the Sydney Everest Carnival.
The opening episode will feature reigning Everest-winning jockey Zac Purton live from Hong Kong, with an update on Ka Ying Rising.
Viewers will also meet the team behind newly announced Everest runner Ninja, while champion jockey Kerrin McEvoy will join the program for a catch-up.
First Up: Everest Carnival is produced in partnership with Racing NSW and will air on News24, News24 Regional, News24 Now, FOX SPORTS News and Sky Thoroughbred Central.
First Up: Everest Carnival premieres Saturday 12 September at 10am AEST on News24, with streaming available via News24.com.au.
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