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Not ready to concede defeat
ALTHOUGH he hasn’t conceded defeat, trainer John Conry admits another bad draw has diminished his confidence ahead of today’s Globe Derby meeting. Conry will head to South Australia’s premier track wi Read more: Not ready to concede defeat
Boom freshman remains undefeated
MAINTAINING his perfect record with another feature win, boom freshman Verbici will be given a short break ahead of his next major race assault. Co-trained by Sonia Mahar and Chris Lang, Verbici exten Read more: Boom freshman remains undefeated
Double delight for rising star driver
JUST week’s after registering her biggest success, Zara Fitzpatrick has doubled down on feature glory. Among New South Wales’ most talented young drivers, Fitzpatrick captured a $100,000 Australian Pa Read more: Double delight for rising star driver
Duo equal unique Inter Dominion record
VICTORIAN duo Gotfeelingsyouknow and Rockinwithattitude equalled a unique Inter Dominion record just moments ago. Contesting a heat at Albion Park, the squaregaiters crossed the line locked together, Read more: Duo equal unique Inter Dominion record
“This will be her last hoorah”
ARGUABLY the most improved member of her crop, Purple Moon has a prime opportunity to end her season on a high note. In what will be “her last hoorah”, Purple Moon is engaged in tonight’s New South Wa Read more: “This will be her last hoorah”
Hygain presents ‘Blast from the past’
OUR recent article about Lisa Lewis’ quest to emulate one of her grandfather’s feats has prompted a trip down ‘memory lane’. Making the trip to Queensland ahead of Saturday night’s opening round of he Read more: Hygain presents ‘Blast from the past’
Seasoned horseman close to milestone
SEASONED horseman Darren Billinger hopes a sentimental connection can pave way for another career highlight tomorrow night. Due to cross the border into Victoria, the South Australian has two runners Read more: Seasoned horseman close to milestone
Ideal time to break long drought
CONNECTIONS of consistent squaregaiter San Juan Mountain hope he can break his frustrating run of close calls this weekend. Despite racing in strong form, San Juan Mountain has been unable to score si Read more: Ideal time to break long drought
Hoping to emulate famous grandfather
WINNING the Inter Dominion is the pinnacle for any harness racing trainer or driver, but for one horsewoman, capturing the Championship “would be beyond a dream come true”. Although she has enjoyed he Read more: Hoping to emulate famous grandfather
Almost every reason to have a spring in her step!
BASED on her team’s form, Tiarn McElhinney should have a reasonable spring in her step heading to Penrith tomorrow night. ‘Should’ is the operative word in that opening sentence, as McElhinney will ac Read more: Almost every reason to have a spring in her step!
Primed to extend undefeated record
UNDEFEATED squaregaiter Verbici is predicted to have no trouble maintaining his perfect record this weekend. Creating a huge buzz with his arrogant victory upon debut, Verbici won his next two outings Read more: Primed to extend undefeated record
Carnival of Cups dates announced
HARNESS Racing New South Wales has announced the return of the Carnival of Cups in 2026/27, with the popular regional racing and entertainment series set to embark on its biggest and most exciting sea Read more: Carnival of Cups dates announced
Bargain buy a missed opportunity
A BARGAIN buy has gone begging based on last Saturday night’s Australian Pacing Gold Classic at Globe Derby. After his daughter of Always B Miki and Ideal Taxes failed to attract a bid during the sale Read more: Bargain buy a missed opportunity
Chance to “finally” break maiden
IT’S a far cry from the dizzy heights of the Inter Dominion, but a win at Club Menangle tomorrow will still bring a large smile to Howard James’ face. James will head to Australia’s premier track with Read more: Chance to “finally” break maiden
Vicbred eligibility changes
HARNESS Racing Victoria’s Vicbred program will strengthen its support of Victorian breeding and ownership, with changes taking effect from 1 July and 1 January.The state’s breeding and racing incentiv Read more: Vicbred eligibility changes
Milestone for talented young reinsman
TALENTED young reinsman Harrison Ross registered a personal milestone last night. Making the trip to Club Menangle, Ross notched his first driving double at Australia’s premier track. Rapt with the re Read more: Milestone for talented young reinsman
Emotions at a premium
EMOTIONS were at a premium in Melton last night after exciting youngster Ideal Frankie captured an Australian Pacing Gold Final. Obviously the excitement of winning a $100,000 feature played a role in Read more: Emotions at a premium
Comeback pacer primed for victory
COMEBACK pacer Branson has a prime opportunity to register a highly-deserved win tomorrow night. Sidelined with a fractured hind pastern and a tear in his flexor tendon in September 2024, Branson was Read more: Comeback pacer primed for victory
Trainer suffers serious injury
ALTHOUGH he provided some tonic with his comeback win, exciting trotter Reoffender still has a lot of redemption to complete. Sidelined for 18 months due to several setbacks, Reoffender was ready for Read more: Trainer suffers serious injury
Milestone wins for astute horsewomen
A PAIR of astute horsewomen registered milestones in Shepparton earlier this week. Reining With In Reason to a 1:57.6 victory over 2190 metres, Donna Castles notched her 200th win as a trainer. Obtain Read more: Milestone wins for astute horsewomen
