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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
Record-breaking horseman unearths potential star
NO STRANGER to unearthing a star young trotter, record-breaking horseman Chris Lang appears to have another in his stable. Lang has trained a host of quality types throughout the years including… Read more: Record-breaking horseman unearths potential star
Satisfying win after long struggle
ASTUTE horsewoman Kelly Stuart-Mitchell enjoyed one of her more satisfying moments in Terang last night. Boasting a strike rate of 53 per cent of placegetters to starters with her boutique stable… Read more: Satisfying win after long struggle
Well-deserved honour for amazing woman
LONG-TIME stalwart Elizabeth Clarke has been recognised on the annual Queen’s Birthday Honours List. A former member of the Harness Racing Victoria Board, Clarke was recognised today for significant… Read more: Well-deserved honour for amazing woman
Phillips’ Aussie reaction to race fall
WHILE flying through the air concession driver Michelle Phillips had a pretty Aussie reaction. Phillips was partnering Crocrock in the seventh event at Kilmore last night when he began to pull in… Read more: Phillips’ Aussie reaction to race fall
Disqualified as a result of numerous charges
ON JUNE 9, 2021, the Victorian Racing Tribunal handed down its penalty decision in relation to charges laid by the Harness Racing Victoria stewards against Ryan Duffy that arose out of events… Read more: Disqualified as a result of numerous charges
Timely reminder of superstar mare
LAST night’s Bendigo success by Webster Hall is a timely reminder of what a superstar his dam is. Winner of six Group Ones on both sides of the Tasman during the early 2000s, Webster Hall’s mother… Read more: Timely reminder of superstar mare
Two targets in 72 hours for Assassin
HANDY freshman Mach Assassin has a busy 72 hours ahead of him. Engaged in a 2150-metre event in Bendigo tonight, Mach Assassin will then be shipped interstate ahead of Saturday’s Tatlow Stake at… Read more: Two targets in 72 hours for Assassin
Well-earned break after exceeding expectations
HAVING exceeded expectations during the weekend, promising filly Jo Rocks is being rewarded with a much-needed break. Working below her best during the lead up to Saturday night’s Australian Pacing… Read more: Well-earned break after exceeding expectations
Poorer world after death of true gentleman
SAYING harness racing has lost one of its truest gentlemen is simply not enough. It is the world which is poorer following the passing of Gary Hoban, who lost his battle with cancer yesterday. A… Read more: Poorer world after death of true gentleman
Locals haven’t seen the last of talented raider
VICTORIANS haven’t seen the last of Tasty Delight. After registering a well-earned Group One success at Tabcorp Park Melton last night, New South Wales trainer Brian Portelli revealed his plans of… Read more: Locals haven’t seen the last of talented raider
Oh, what a night!
OH, what a night! Late in May 2021, Emma Stewart and Clayton Tonkin had some fun… Heading to Tabcorp Park Melton with runners in four Australian Pacing Gold Finals, the power couple left with three… Read more: Oh, what a night!
Lockdown costs owners potential $300,000
VICTORIA’S latest lockdown has already claimed two victims. As another Corona virus outbreak grips the state, the government has announced a lockdown in a bid to stop further spread into the… Read more: Lockdown costs owners potential $300,000
Noteworthy achievement almost goes unnoticed
WITH Emma Stewart occupying the limelight via her remarkable Australian Pacing Gold campaign another trainer’s noteworthy achievement has almost gone unnoticed. Boasting a seemingly endless supply… Read more: Noteworthy achievement almost goes unnoticed
Restrictions a concern for Group One double bid
IT’S a case of sit and wait during the next few days for Western Australian horseman Michael Brennan. Brennan has two pacers engaged at Saturday night’s Tabcorp Park Melton meeting, but due to… Read more: Restrictions a concern for Group One double bid
Little things make for a great day
“Enjoy the little things in life because one day you’ll look back and realize they were the big things.” ALTHOUGH the line is credited to Kurt Vonnegut junior, it is a philosophy Melton horseman… Read more: Little things make for a great day
Perfect draw to maintain undefeated status
WELL-BRED youngster Playing Up has the perfect draw to maintain her undefeated status at Tabcorp Park Melton on Saturday night. Making an impressive 16-metre winning debut in 1:56.2 over 1670 metres… Read more: Perfect draw to maintain undefeated status
Big weekend for popular clan
ONE of the sports long running and popular families enjoyed a stellar weekend, with several members of clan experiencing success across two states. Although known by varying surnames such as… Read more: Big weekend for popular clan
