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Free-For-All shapes as an enthralling event
IT HASN’T delivered the super clash many hoped it would but Saturday night’s Minuteman Free-For-All certainly shapes as an enthralling event. After months of anticipation, racing enthusiasts were… Read more: Free-For-All shapes as an enthralling event
Harley revved up for the Cup
IN WHAT is becoming an embarrassment of riches being readied for the Victoria Cup, another rising star has signalled his attentions for the Grand Circuit event. Second-up from a 24-week spell… Read more: Harley revved up for the Cup
Bridesmaid finally became the bride
AFTER playing the bridesmaid in recent weeks Egodan finally became the bride last night. Racing in strong form, the son of Sportswriter had finished second behind Bernie Winkle during his previous… Read more: Bridesmaid finally became the bride
Debut winner causes major upset as $137 outsider
PUNTERS and even her connections were left shocked by Waikare Colleen’s triumph in Ballarat last night. Making her debut, the John McDermott-trained trotter outstayed her rivals to register an… Read more: Debut winner causes major upset as $137 outsider
Tough first-up task for returning star
IN WHAT shapes as his last hurrah, injury-plagued pacer Shadow Sax will make his racing return on Saturday night. Showing plenty of promise as a two and early three-year-old, Shadow Sax was… Read more: Tough first-up task for returning star
Personal achievement almost went undetected
ONE trainer’s personal achievement almost went undetected in Shepparton during the weekend. Making his debut for the Amy Crossland on Sunday, Officially Shady scored first-up for his new… Read more: Personal achievement almost went undetected
Great deal of satisfaction from first-up victory
NEW arrival Letherhairdown provided connections with “a great deal of satisfaction” yesterday. Making her Australian debut, Letherhairdown completed an eye-catching win in Cranbourne for trainer… Read more: Great deal of satisfaction from first-up victory
“That was the definition of horsepower!”
A DECISION will be made next week regarding Ride High’s path into the Victoria Cup. With the Grand Circuit event scheduled to be run at Tabcorp Park Melton on October 10, trainer Clayton Tonkin has… Read more: “That was the definition of horsepower!”
Veteran’s remarkable winning streak continues
“WHEN he goes back to Glenn and gets beaten I’m going to hold that over him forever!” That was the tongue-in-cheek statement from Geoff Lucas after Bernie Winkle continued his remarkable winning… Read more: Veteran’s remarkable winning streak continues
Busy schedule ahead for rising star
NEXT month’s The Holmfield will be the first feature target for rising star Andover Sun this preparation. Returning from a seven-month break with a win at Tabcorp Park Melton today, the Maree… Read more: Busy schedule ahead for rising star
Potential bargain is waiting to be snapped up
A POTENTIAL bargain is waiting to be snapped up. After winning her last two starts Orlandos Princess was advertised for sale this week. Failing to attract a buyer, Orlandos Princess raced at Tabcorp… Read more: Potential bargain is waiting to be snapped up
Group One winner remains unbeaten
SEVERAL majors, including an interstate campaign, are on Treachery’s agenda. Returning from a six-month spell in Bendigo last night, Treachery maintained her perfect record from three starts… Read more: Group One winner remains unbeaten
Confidence high with ‘moral’
TO SAY confidence is high with Nurburgring ahead of tomorrow’s Albion Park meeting would be an understatement. A recent arrival at the Steve Borg stable, Nurburgring has had three starts for a win… Read more: Confidence high with ‘moral’
Bajada disqualified and fined on multiple charges
EARLIER this week the Victorian Racing Tribunal considered eight charges issued against licensed trainer Joe Bajada under Australian Harness Racing Rules (AHRR) 193(1), 187(6), 187(2), 196C(1)(b)… Read more: Bajada disqualified and fined on multiple charges
Supreme Court appeal decision
YESTERDAY Justice Richards of the Supreme Court of Victoria handed down a judgment dismissing appeals by licensed trainer-driver Ellen Tormey and licensed trainer-driver Glenn Douglas against a… Read more: Supreme Court appeal decision
Major ready to take command
ALTHOUGH he is in need of a run, Radical Major is expected to play a strong role in the finish at Tabcorp Park Melton on Friday. Winner of his two starts before a break, the son of Art Major will be… Read more: Major ready to take command
On track to move out of regional racing
HARNES Racing Victoria will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation daily and is on track to resume feature racing from September 26 as advised last week, confirmed CEO Dayle Brown today… Read more: On track to move out of regional racing
Breeder had no idea what he had
CREDITED to Forrest Gump, the phrase was actually coined by his mumma. “Life is a box of chocolates…you never know what you’re going to get.” For John Campbell the term rang true with a mare he bred… Read more: Breeder had no idea what he had
All the more reason to be Vicbred
ALTERATIONS to the Vicbred program to be unveiled by Harness Racing Victoria in coming weeks will substantially boost the Vicbred First Win Bonus, rewarding connections of locally bred horses. The… Read more: All the more reason to be Vicbred
Rising star shines away from the spotlight
AWAY from the spotlight surrounding two of Victoria’s top pacers, another rising star has been quietly shining. With a combination of sensational form and highly-promoted work outs, Ride High and… Read more: Rising star shines away from the spotlight
