Another win, another trophy! James was all smiles after Fasika’s win in the Gr. 2 TAB Sapphire Stakes 17/04/2021 - Bradley Photographers.
We’ve had a number of syndication company founders on the podcast over recent years, all sharing stories about their childhood passion for racing. James Moss is no different. His interest in the sport was ignited by trips to the track with his father and grandfather. Further motivated by the deeds of champion mare Sunline, James was completely “hooked” by the time he reached early twenties. Family and friends were not surprised when he launched Tricolours Racing and Syndications in 2016. We talk to James about his subsequent journey. He responds to a high compliment afforded him by one of the company’s trainers.
He talks of a return to equities trading once the company was up and running.
James talks of the family who’ve supported him every step of the way.
The syndicator remembers his late father Jack whose love of the Roosters NRL team inspired the company name and racing colours.
James remembers early days at the track and his fascination with the mighty Kiwi mare Sunline.
He pays tribute to a couple of his favourite jockeys from the era.
James agrees the choice of his second favourite horse might raise an eyebrow or two.
The forty six year old talks about his career in the field of equities trading.
He acknowledges the input of his business partner Paul King and communications and administration assistant Maryanne Sayers.
James remembers the purchase of his very first yearling, an Uncle Mo filly for $50,000 at the 2017 Karaka Sales. Trainer John Sargent was there with him.
The Tricolours founder summarises the purchase and subsequent deeds of the company’s best performers to date.
James says he doesn’t set out to buy fillies but agrees it probably looks that way.
He talks about recent winners Manuscript, The Novelist and The Playwright two geldings and one filly all sired by Written By.
James elaborates on the potential of promising two year olds Autumn Blonde and Artistic Venture.
He talks about his determination to buy at the right price.
Syndication has become a very important component in the burgeoning Australian racing industry. Great to chat with one of its most professional operators.
(Banner image - James and Danielle Moss display the handsome trophy after Fasika’s win in the Wenona Girl Quality 07/03/2020 - Bradley Photographers.
And here’s the talented Fasika (Brenton Avdulla) in one of her three stakes wins - The TAB Sapphire Stakes 2021 - courtesy Bradley Photographers.
Gin Martini (Damian Lane) in her final win, the Gr. 3 Epona Stakes 2023. Two weeks later she went amiss after finishing 2nd in the Chairman’s Hcp - courtesy Bradley Photographers.
Brilliant mare Ballistic Lover (Regan Bayliss) led from a wide gate and blitzed the opposition in the listed Denise’s Joy Stakes at Rosehill 15/05/2021 - courtesy Bradley Photographers.
A recent win in the Tricolours - the consistent Rush Attack (Zac Lloyd) wins a Rosehill Midway 22/02/2025 - courtesy Bradley Photographers.