Michael Lynch
Michael Lynch, The Age's expert on soccer, has had extensive experience of high level journalism in the UK and Australia. Michael has covered the Socceroos through Asia, Europe and South America in their past three World Cup campaigns. He has also reported on Grands Prix and top class motor sport from Asia and Europe. He has won several national media awards for both sports and industry journalism.
Royal Descent's on the rise after stunning Oaks display
Michael Lynch Anything you can do I can do better. That might have been the message from Chris Waller's crack filly Royal Descent to last week's Australian Derby winner It's A Dundeel after she spreadeagled the...
Waller in two minds with Royal Oaks hope
Michael Lynch It's hard to resist the temptation of a $330,000 first prize, and the Chris Waller stable will take the next few days to decide whether to go for a jackpot in the $550,000 Australian Oaks with...
Kelinni in last-gasp dash into Cup
Michael Lynch Kelinni keeps the Cup dream alive for Sydney's premier trainer Chris Waller.
Horseracing
Budget buy gives Waller his chance for a missing trophy
Michael Lynch He's Sydney's premier trainer and he has made an enormous impact on Australian racing since leaving New Zealand for his first hit-and-run raid Down Under 14 years ago.
Perry finds Hidden treasure
Michael Lynch Newcastle trainer was once a frequent and successful visitor to Melbourne.
Michael Lynch
Rodd and Kav - a double act making every post a winner
Michael Lynch Michael Rodd and Mark Kavanagh are making their mark, writes Michael Lynch.
Horseracing
Black Caviar easily makes it a double
Michael Lynch Black Caviar, the queen of Australian racing, has reinforced her status as a legend of the turf by landing the title of Australian Horse of the Year for the second season in succession.
