Sutton gets his chance to shine
May 31, 2020
DUBBO trainer-driver James Sutton is not a name widely known in harness racing, but the emerging young horseman has proven he possesses plenty of talent. Over the past decade, Sutton has had his fair share of success throughout the Western District, firstly introduced to the sport by his father... Read more
Bad by name, not by form
May 29, 2020
THERE is something about bad boys which holds an element of appeal. The rebel without a cause James Dean, the original wild one Marlon Brando, even Dusty Martin…isn’t that right ladies! For punters the appeal is winning form, which is what Urbadboy takes into Tabcorp Park Melton tomorrow night.... Read more
Jared ‘fit’ enough to be a contender
May 29, 2020
AT the beginning of April, Jared Kahlefeldt’s world was turned upside down. The Covid19 pandemic abruptly shut down his highly-regarded and well-patronised Fitness Centre in the heart of Wagga and to date, a decision on when gymnasiums will be allowed to re-open in the state is unknown. The gym... Read more
Sharp shooter makes “a once in a lifetime shot”
May 28, 2020
AFTER more than seven years as a photographer, Western Australian sharp shooter Jodie Hallows has achieved one of her goals. Attending the Pinjarra meeting earlier this week, the multi award-winning Hallows captured this sensational photo of the field travelling in ‘Indian file’. As eye-catching as that it, the racing... Read more
Ryan ready to make his mark
May 28, 2020
FOUR years ago, prominent trainer Shane Sanderson made one of the biggest decisions of his harness racing career when he decided to move his family from their Queensland base to chase the bigger spoils on offer in Sydney. Sanderson’s decision was made easier when Club Menangle developed its state-of-the... Read more
Victory helps ease pain from fall
May 27, 2020
ALTHOUGH she still wishes the racing surface was softer, South Australian reinswoman Tiana McMahon is feeling the pain a lot less thanks to her win at Globe Derby last night. Two days earlier McMahon crashed to the track during a trial, and although she was able to walk away,... Read more
Winning streak to continue despite draw
May 27, 2020
RAMPAGING pacer Cash N Flow is expected to continue his stellar form despite another tough draw at Club Menangle on Saturday night. Winner of his last five starts for trainer Craig Cross, Cash N Flow has not only scored from barriers eight, nine and 10, he has done so... Read more
State bodies give APG Series tick of approval
May 26, 2020
AUSTRALIAN Pacing Gold has received approval from regulators in Western Australia, Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria for its ‘terms and conditions’ relating to the APG Series 32 for yearlings sold in 2021. APG Yearling Sales will be held in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne early next year and... Read more
Welcome reason to smile after “terrible 24 hours”
May 26, 2020
SOUTH Australian horseman Matt Maguire received a welcome reason to smile yesterday. Following what had been a “terrible 24 hours”, Maguire was success with Ona Highway Tohell at Globe Derby. The previous morning Maguire was left devastated when a member of his stable – Robert The Bruce – sustained... Read more
RACING and Wagering Western Australia stewards have concluded an inquiry into an allegation that prior to Race 3 at Gloucester Park on 24 January 2020, trainer-driver Clinton Hall made an improper statement/s to horseman Craig Saligari, who had a runner engaged in the race, with regard to the tactics... Read more
