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Key changes to The TAB Eureka
THERE are two key enhancements to the 2024 TAB Eureka. In the days after mighty mare Encipher won the inaugural running of the $2.1million race at Club Menangle last September, Harness Racing… Read more: Key changes to The TAB Eureka
Chance to emulate legendary father
A SOLID draw has bolstered Better Be The Best’s chances of joining some elite company this weekend. By capturing the Paleface Adios Stake at Club Menangle last week, Better Be The Best earned a… Read more: Chance to emulate legendary father
Keeping legacy alive
HARRY Capararo was a highly respected breeder and staunch supporter of WA harness racing and his son Peter has made it his goal to keep his legacy alive. Harry was the driving force behind Adda… Read more: Keeping legacy alive
Youngsters “have come out firing”
BOYANUP horseman Dennis Roche offered four youngsters at last year’s APG Perth Yearling Sale and they have come out firing early in the season, with two winners and a runner-up from three starters… Read more: Youngsters “have come out firing”
“Hopefully we can make him proud”
BOYANUP horsewoman Jacqueline Prentice loves to support her successful trainer-husband Justin in his racing venture but her background with thoroughbreds and show horses has seen her take the lead… Read more: “Hopefully we can make him proud”
Riding the crest of a wave
PROMINENT horseman Ryan Hryhorec is riding the crest of a wave. During his last 11 starts as a driver, Hryhorec has registered seven wins and three placings across two meetings. As a trainer… Read more: Riding the crest of a wave
Outstanding youngsters spearhead draft
WAGIN breeder Kevin Spurr will offer 10 yearlings, his biggest sale’s draft, at the APG Perth Yearling Sale on March 3, spearheaded by two outstanding youngsters by highly underrated sire Shoobees… Read more: Outstanding youngsters spearhead draft
Two milestones await evergreen pacer
RETIREMENT is looming, but evergreen pacer Celestial Daybreak still has two more targets to reach before his career comes to an end. Registering an overdue win in Port Pirie yesterday, Celestial… Read more: Two milestones await evergreen pacer
Better gets his chance to prove he’s the best
PROVING he was tonight, Better Be The Best will be given the opportunity to establish himself as the leader among his crop next weekend. By capturing the Paleface Adios Stake at Club Menangle just… Read more: Better gets his chance to prove he’s the best
Champ to miss Miracle Mile
REIGNING champion Catch A Wave will miss his Miracle Mile defence. Producing a gallant effort when second in last night’s Geelong Rocket, Catch A Wave was found to be “slightly lame” after the… Read more: Champ to miss Miracle Mile
On target for third Miracle Mile appearance
SPEEDY Victorian pacer Mach Dan remains on target for a third Miracle Mile appearance. Earning a berth in the past two editions of Australasia’s ultimate speed test, Mach Dan made his way into the… Read more: On target for third Miracle Mile appearance
Pacing sensation on target to join pair of immortals
PACING sensation Leap To Fame is officially on target to join a pair of the industry’s immortals. Thanks to his Newcastle Mile victory just moments ago, Leap To Fame has earned the first berth in… Read more: Pacing sensation on target to join pair of immortals
Those odds could be considered very generous
IT’S not often the only runner in the field with a victory during their last five starts is considered to be among the outsiders. But that’s the position Get Lucky finds himself in heading to… Read more: Those odds could be considered very generous
Is Jack the state’s next star?
BASED on his bloodline and debut performance, Go Jack Crocker has the potential to become the next South Australian-bred star. SA stock have enjoyed somewhat of a resurgence in recent seasons thanks… Read more: Is Jack the state’s next star?
Veteran trainer waits almost a decade for a win
AN OVERDUE victory in Melton has broken two long droughts from the winners’ circle. Capturing the opening event on the card, Wattlebank Flyer registered his first triumph in 34 months. Scoring as a… Read more: Veteran trainer waits almost a decade for a win
Enjoying success in his two sporting passions
RETIRED Wagga businessman Russell Campbell’s two pet sporting loves are football and harness racing. “I have been involved in Australian Rules football most of my life” Russell said. “I played with… Read more: Enjoying success in his two sporting passions
Major ready to take command
RACE ONE: Yet to finish out of the money in six runs at this venue, MAJOR MAJOR (1) has both the draw and the form on the board to continue his outstanding strike rate. Following a hat-trick of… Read more: Major ready to take command
Miracle Mile quest ramped up
QUEENSLAND superstar Leap To Fame will have his Miracle Mile quest ramped up this week. Kept fresh since his Cranbourne Cup success a fortnight ago in preparation for the $1million Grand Circuit… Read more: Miracle Mile quest ramped up
Merlin will need to wave some magic
KIWI raider Its Merlin will need to weave since magic at Club Menangle this weekend. Sent across Bass Strait on the strength of two impressive wins following a brief freshen-up, Its Merlin has drawn… Read more: Merlin will need to wave some magic
80-year-old trainer enjoying ‘purple patch’
A CHANGE of scenery has given ‘greybeard’ pacer, Luv Me Or Hate Me, a new lease on life. Racing in moderate fashion around the Sunraysia district, Luv Me Or Hate Me was gifted to veteran trainer… Read more: 80-year-old trainer enjoying ‘purple patch’
