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Change of plans for multiple Group One winner
WITH his shot term goals on hold, trainer David Moran hopes his long range plans will remain intact. Returning his star four-year-old Lochinvar Art to work after a short break, Moran had his sights… Read more: Change of plans for multiple Group One winner
Open letter from APG Chairman
Dear companions in harness racing, Australian Pacing Gold Board and Management are busy preparing for our 2021 sales with nominations opening in June 2020. APG will continue to be your national… Read more: Open letter from APG Chairman
Wolf primed to become the alpha
HAVING completed a successful stable debut last week, talented youngster Wolf Of West Bay will attempt to repeat the dose tonight. Triumphant at Globe Derby for trainer David Harding, the… Read more: Wolf primed to become the alpha
Electrifying trotter faces toughest test
AS CRAZY as it may sound, electrifying trotter Elite Stride faces his toughest test today. Boasting five wins and a second from six starts, Elite Stride “is a pretty special horse” according to… Read more: Electrifying trotter faces toughest test
Family ties celebrated after Cup victory
FAMILY ties were celebrated following last night’s Gramel Trotters’ Cup at Globe Derby. Driving Its Elvis to victory in the feature, Gaita Pullicino paid tribute to several members of her clan… Read more: Family ties celebrated after Cup victory
Unwanted filly extends impressive record
SHE’S the filly nobody wanted and is now one plenty wish they had. Offered at the Sydney Australian Pacing Gold Sale as a yearling Our Antonio Rose failed to attract a bid. Resolved to the fact they… Read more: Unwanted filly extends impressive record
“Rapt” concession reinsman celebrates initial victory
“I’VE watched it several times and I’m glad to say I still won on the replay!” That’s the jovial statement from concession reinsman Connor Clarke when discussing his maiden victory. Driving in… Read more: “Rapt” concession reinsman celebrates initial victory
Talented youngster to continue to “tread water”
A REVAMPED program will see talented youngster Crunch Time continue to “tread water” for the foreseeable future. Originally being set to majors such as the Australian Pacing Gold and New South Wales… Read more: Talented youngster to continue to “tread water”
Confident despite long odds
ALTHOUGH his runner is the rank outsider it hasn’t dented Luke O’Neill’s confidence. O’Neill is set to contest the Gramel Trotters’ Cup with Truscott Hall, which is at $34 in betting markets. Named… Read more: Confident despite long odds
Freshman out to maintain perfect record
IT’S a simple plan, but whether it can be completed remains to be seen. Set to contest a Golden Nursery heat at Globe Derby with Sanur Beach, trainer Alyce Finnis is hopeful the freshman can… Read more: Freshman out to maintain perfect record
Dual Group One winner to debut for new stable
TALENTED youngster Dr Susan should have little difficulty ending her campaign on a high when she heads to Club Menangle on Saturday night. Thriving since crossing the Tasman with trainer Cran… Read more: Dual Group One winner to debut for new stable
Hoping for happy homecoming
MATT Maguire is hoping for a happy homecoming this weekend. Returning from a stint in Victoria, Maguire is poised to contest the Gramel Trotters’ Cup with former Victorian, Blue Sparkler. Named in… Read more: Hoping for happy homecoming
Perfect draw to continue strong form
A PERFECT draw should see Imsettogo continue her strong start to the season at Tabcorp Park Melton on Saturday night. Successful at two of her three starts for the term, Imsettogo has drawn to… Read more: Perfect draw to continue strong form
Thriving for new stable
LIFE in South Australia agrees with moderately-performed pacer Illusionation. Absent from the winners’ circle during his previous 41 starts on the opposite side of the Nullarbor, Illusionation made… Read more: Thriving for new stable
Attempting to maintain perfect Aussie record
WELL-TRAVELLED trotter Storm Cloud faces a tough task in his bid to maintain his perfect Australian record when he heads Kilmore tomorrow night. Although he is Vicbred the gelding has only had one… Read more: Attempting to maintain perfect Aussie record
More than one Hector making a return
WHILE he is grabbing more than his share of headlines, he isn’t the only Hector poised to make a racing return. After almost two years on the sidelines, Hectorjayjay had an eye-catching trial at… Read more: More than one Hector making a return
I’ve lost it all…everything in my life was in that house
“I’VE lost it all…everything in my life was in that house.” That’s the sad reality veteran horseman Tony Peacock woke up to this morning after a fire destroyed his home yesterday evening. Instead of… Read more: I’ve lost it all…everything in my life was in that house
Perfect ‘undisclosed’ birthday gift
YESTERDAY may have seen the Easter Bunny deliver chocolates, but it was Bettorhavtime which provided the perfect gift during the weekend. Spending her birthday at Globe Derby on Saturday night… Read more: Perfect ‘undisclosed’ birthday gift
Daunting task for star youngster
QUALITY filly Pelosi faces a daunting task at Albion Park tonight. Although drawn ideally, the three-year-old is taking on aged mares at just her second start from a long spell. Sent to the paddock… Read more: Daunting task for star youngster
Additional racing timeslot announced
FROM April 18 Harness Racing Victoria will look to program Saturday morning race meetings. HRV received yesterday the backing of the Victorian Racing Industry, made up of the three racing codes, to… Read more: Additional racing timeslot announced
