FORMER problem child Andover Sun is highly-fancied to register an overdue Group One win at Tabcorp Park Melton on Saturday night. Responsible for shattering driver John Caldow’s collarbone early in his education, Andover Sun has developed into a highly-talented trotter. Caldow’s injury required extensive surgery and several pins be... Read more

FOR some reason Private Eye’s scintillating victory in the George Oxford Tribute in Gunbower yesterday ignited thoughts of my late father and unwanted flashbacks of a sore backside. After being pushed to the limit – primarily by my brother because I was an angel – the old man would tan... Read more

ALREADY predicted to gain plenty of attention, one Lot at the Sydney Australian Pacing Gold Sale is expected to attract greater interest following last night’s Two-Year-Old Classic at Tabcorp Park Melton. Poised the enter the Sales ring as Lot 684, the youngster is a half-sister to Soho Almasi which... Read more

EXCEPTIONALLY-BRED youngster Private Eye has improved since making his debut in Geelong last month. That’s bad news for the Australian Pacing Gold purchase’s opposition in Gunbower tomorrow. Racing greenly during his first trip to the track, Private Eye broke stride on the home turn – losing roughly 15 metres... Read more

HARNESS Racing Victoria stewards have issued charges against licensed persons Zac Steenhuis, Ryan Duffy and Gabriel Steenhuis under Australian Harness Racing Rul 193(1), 193(7) and 196B(1) which state: AHRR 193(1) – A person shall not attempt to stomach tube or stomach tube a horse nominated for a race or... Read more

GIVEN what he has endured in recent months Friday night’s difficult task should be a walk in the park by comparison. Engaged in the Ararat Cup, General Dodge faces a tough assignment after drawing the back row against a strong field in what will be his second start from... Read more

LAST year a conversation with Andy Gath involved the question is Tornado Valley a champion? Having previously trained wonder mare La Coocaracha, Gath was unwilling to place Tornado Valley in the same category. Although her career was cut short by injury, La Coocaracha captured five Group Ones on both... Read more

CONSISTENT pacer Steel Screens has a solid chance to continue his winning form at Tabcorp Park Melton tonight. Successful during his last two starts – both in Melton – Steel Screens is set to contest the Vicbred Pace for trainer Ashleigh Herbertson. Pleased with the gelding’s efforts this preparation,... Read more

WELL-PERFORMED squaregaiter Magicool will enjoy a “few easy days” before being given another chance at Group One glory. Racing in consistent form, Magicool earned a crack at the Australian Grand Prix thanks to his victory in tonight’s Terang Trotters’ Cup. The $100,000 feature is scheduled to be conducted as... Read more