Fillies to lead the way
February 28, 2025
WAGIN breeder Kevin Spurr has a draft of five Shoobees Place youngsters in the Perth sale, spearheaded by two outstanding fillies. Spurr said he expected his fillies out of New Zealand-bred mare Miss Taken and good producer Our Sibelia to be his most popular yearlings in 2025. Lot 387... Read more
Another draft of gems from Karnup
February 28, 2025
KARNUP Racing has grown to be a major force on the WA breeding scene in recent seasons and will present another strong draft, spearheaded by a brother to 2025 APG Final fancy Ideal Beach. The leading nursery dominated the 2024 Perth sale, selling three colts for $100,000 or more,... Read more
From people’s horse to $151 rank outsider
February 28, 2025
A MONTH ago Bulletproof Boy was in winning form, creating headlines and being referred to as “the people’s horse”. This weekend his figures don’t read as well, the spotlight has moved on and he’s pretty much friendless! But that doesn’t worry trainer Scott Ewen. Making his way along the... Read more
Well-planned operation
February 28, 2025
RESPECTED studmaster Mick Holtam has been involved in the harness industry since he was a teenager but he still gets emotional when his favourite yearlings go through the sale ring. Holtham started out with Graham Weir’s Adios Stud in the 1980s, did a stint as studmaster at Roydon Lodge... Read more
Risk sets scene for dynasty
February 27, 2025
A CHANCE phone call from a mate in Victoria led West Australian Mike Howie to buy broodmare gem Benjor Maddy Lombo for $5000 and set the scene for a dynasty which has already earned almost $2million in stakes. Howie said he had considered buying the mare’s mother, Magic Maddy... Read more
King’s army ready for Cup assault
February 27, 2025
LEADING horseman Ryan Hryhorec will launch a four-pronged attack on the latest country feature as he seeks to continue his reign as South Australia’s King of the Trotters’ Cups. Hryhorec has dominated the provincial events like no other in recent years, including becoming the first trainer in the nation... Read more
Class of 2025 look outstanding
February 27, 2025
THE Soho brand is one of the most recognisable in harness racing in this country…. Their honour roll includes top pacers the calibre of Soho Tribeca, Soho Lennon, Carlas Pixel, Soho Valencia, Soho Wall Street, Soho Burning Love and numerous others. Owned by Perth businessman and harness racing aficionado... Read more
Foundation bloodline still going strong
February 26, 2025
RESPECTED breeder Dr Ed Dewar has scaled back his Whitby Falls operation from the heady days when he imported US stallions and had a big team of classic winning youngsters in his stable. But he has kept a select few mares – most tracing back to his incredible broodmare... Read more
Younger sibling’s title in his sights
February 26, 2025
TOP pacer Swayzee is expected to have little difficulty booking another clash with his younger sibling this weekend. Engaged in Saturday night’s Cordina Group Sprint at Club Menangle, Swayzee is aiming for a berth in next week’s Miracle Mile at the same venue. The gelding’s half-brother – superstar Leap... Read more
