Features
Mixed Sale sure to be a ‘Great Success’
FOR so many great harness racing people, it’s amazing to think it’s almost 12 months since the “2020 APG NATIONAL MIXED SALE” that attracted so much attention and excitement for the sport. The… Read more: Mixed Sale sure to be a ‘Great Success’
Mixing stud duties with racing comeback
BRILLIANT pacer Ride High has captured the hearts of the racing public and now he is set to capture the hearts of the breeding industry as well. The star horse is set to serve mares this coming… Read more: Mixing stud duties with racing comeback
In and out of the gig, Amy’s on the ball
BEING involved in harness racing often makes participants too busy to pursue other interests, however Goulburn trainer, driver Amy Day shines in the world of Oz tag and League Tag. Day has been… Read more: In and out of the gig, Amy’s on the ball
150 drives – and at last he’s a winner!
WITH no favourites making it into the winner’s circle at Tamworth on Thursday afternoon, instead it was a favourite son who shone through, in the shape of Tim Varga. “It only took me 150 drives,”… Read more: 150 drives – and at last he’s a winner!
Closing in on 400 winners, at just 23
WHEN Maitland reinsman Brad Elder competes at the Tamworth harness meeting this afternoon he’ll be a man on a mission. After outdriving his junior driver’s claim in 2019 Elder continues to notch up… Read more: Closing in on 400 winners, at just 23
Partytime after surprise victory
PARTYTIME provided just that for the Sue Hunter stable with his “surprise” win in Kilmore last night. Having his sixth start for the astute horsewoman – and 10th overall – Partytime broke his maiden… Read more: Partytime after surprise victory
Chairman latest to leave board
AFTER 18 months on the board, George Fiacchi has resigned as a Director and Chair of Harness Racing SA. According to a press release from HRSA, Fiacchi’s decision to vacate stems from his desire to… Read more: Chairman latest to leave board
Kiwi superstar ready for Aussie debut
IT’S all systems go for Kiwi superstar Krug ahead of his Australian debut. Sent across the Tasman last week, Krug is a surprise entrant in Saturday night’s Redcliffe Derby. Trainer Cran Dalgety… Read more: Kiwi superstar ready for Aussie debut
No rest for handy trotter
FRESH from his success in Bendigo last night, handy trotter Dream Over will back-up on Friday. Leading throughout the 2150-metre stand from the pole, Dream Over’s pending assignment will be under… Read more: No rest for handy trotter
Stepping stone for main event
NEXT month’s South East Oaks shapes as an acid test for lightly-raced youngster Mullum Flo. Hopeful Mullum Flo can be competitive against the best of her crop, connections are considering utilising… Read more: Stepping stone for main event
Waiting on scans after nasty race fall
A NASTY race fall may result in a stint on the sidelines for concession reinswoman Kaela Hryhorec. Competing in the second last event in Mount Gambier last night, Hryhorec was involved in a crash… Read more: Waiting on scans after nasty race fall
Upset win breaks five-year drought
A PAIR of lengthy droughts were broken with one victory in Young last night. Causing a $26 upset over 1720 metres, Harley James registered his first win in 42 months. Harley James’ previous success… Read more: Upset win breaks five-year drought
Downey on a high after victory
PROMINENT couple Sonya Smith and Anthony Butt just keep producing winners. An instant hit since relocating to Victoria late last year, Smith and Butt have been successful from maiden to Group level… Read more: Downey on a high after victory
Rising star freshman sent for a spell
EXCITING freshman Aldebaran Dexta has been sent for a spell ahead of late season features. Stretching his record to two wins and a second from three starts with an authoritative victory at Globe… Read more: Rising star freshman sent for a spell
Latest raid starts on perfect note
NO STRANGERS to Queensland feature glory Belinda and Luke McCarthy have started their latest raid on a perfect note. Regular northern visitors, the power couple have captured majors such as the… Read more: Latest raid starts on perfect note
Off the ropes for a knockout win
IT TOOK a bout longer than hoped, but Rocky Creed has scored a knockout at Club Menangle. Making his debut at the world class venue a fortnight ago, Rocky Creed led as a $2.70 favourite, but was on… Read more: Off the ropes for a knockout win
Jimmy maintains perfect record
PROMISING type Jimmy The Irishman has maintained his perfect Australian record. Having his fifth start since crossing the Tasman, Jimmy The Irishman completed a narrow victory at Tabcorp Park Melton… Read more: Jimmy maintains perfect record
Aussie first for Finnish reinswoman
FINNISH horsewoman Ada Massa has recorded a personal milestone. Moving to Australia to work for power couple Emma Stewart and Clayton Tonkin in 2017, Massa registered her first Aussie victory in… Read more: Aussie first for Finnish reinswoman
Perfect draw to extend winning streak
A PERFECT draw has rising star trotter Natty Pagger in a prime position to continue his winning streak. Successful at his last three starts, Natty Pagger is engaged in the second event at Tabcorp… Read more: Perfect draw to extend winning streak
VRT ruling results in five-year disqualification
ON JUNE 15, 2021, the Victorian Racing Tribunal released its decision relating to four charges issued by Harness Racing Victoria stewards against previously licensed trainer & driver Phillip Walters… Read more: VRT ruling results in five-year disqualification
