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Visitors’ draws for former locals
PROMINENT couple Sonya Smith and Anthony Butt are regretting their interstate move as a result of Saturday night’s fields. Making the switch from New South Wales to Victoria late in 2020, the pair… Read more: Visitors’ draws for former locals
Everything you need to back a winner
RACE ONE: Following an outstanding start to his career on this side of the Tasman, former Kiwi CHECK IN (5) should ensure punters are off to a ‘flying start’ when he faces the starter for the… Read more: Everything you need to back a winner
Debut winner “has a lot to live up to”
CONNECTIONS of debut winner Rocknpenny hope he can match his two top siblings by becoming a Group One winner next month. Making his first trip to the races at Club Menangle today, Rocknpenny… Read more: Debut winner “has a lot to live up to”
Veteran horseman visits oldest surviving Derby winner
VETERAN horseman Robbie O’Connell has taken a stroll down memory lane. Heading out to owner Owen Romer’s property, O’Connell caught up with former stable star Khans Thunder. Among the best of his… Read more: Veteran horseman visits oldest surviving Derby winner
Alterations to Gold Crown Carnival
DUE to the impact of the severe weather conditions being experienced and the cancellation of yesterday’s Bathurst meeting, it has been necessary to change the Gold Crown Carnival schedule. Paramount… Read more: Alterations to Gold Crown Carnival
We were lucky to get out just in time
IN TIMES of need the industry has proven over and over it looks after of its own. Sure ‘white line fever’ takes control during the course of competition, but when it comes to the crunch a helping… Read more: We were lucky to get out just in time
New series a boost for local industry
HARNESS Racing SA is pleased to announce the introduction of the Mitavite Scamper Series to be conducted at all South Australian harness racing meetings during May and June. All Mitavite Scamper… Read more: New series a boost for local industry
Queenslander claims Australian Reinswomen’s Championship
QUEENSLAND has retained the title, but harness racing was the winner from tonight’s Australian Reinswomen’s Championship. A dozen of the nation’s leading ladies competed across six heats in… Read more: Queenslander claims Australian Reinswomen’s Championship
Polly’s perfect record eases pressure
A HUGE sigh of relief was released by Chris Lang as Perfect Polly scored at Tabcorp Park Melton last night. Given Perfect Polly is named after one of the stable’s long time owners Lang admits he has… Read more: Polly’s perfect record eases pressure
Wolf strides to impressive victory
A FEW easy days before another interstate trip….that’s what is in store for top pacer Wolf Stride. Competing at Club Menangle on February 27 and March 6, which netted a Group One win and a Miracle… Read more: Wolf strides to impressive victory
Youngster clan’s latest Group One winner
EXCEPTIONALLY-BRED youngster Central Otago has become the latest in his family’s long list of Group One winners. Proving too good at Tabcorp Park Melton just moments ago, Central Otago captured the… Read more: Youngster clan’s latest Group One winner
Interstate trip on the cards
A TRIP across the border is a possibility with multiple feature winner Malcolms Rhythm. Successful in last night’s Echuca Cup, Malcolms Rhythm is being considered for the South Australian Cup. The… Read more: Interstate trip on the cards
Wonderful opportunity to add to amazing tally
SHE’S keen to reclaim her throne, but for Dani Hill Sunday night’s tournament represents a “wonderful opportunity”. Hill will return to the scene of her grand moment – Launceston – to compete… Read more: Wonderful opportunity to add to amazing tally
Your race-by-race guide to Menangle Saturday night
RACE ONE: Racing in the ‘peak of her powers’, MISS RUBY SUNSHINE (4) will be hoping to ‘high five’ punters when the Queensland mare continues on her winning way. Prepared by Chantal Turpin and to be… Read more: Your race-by-race guide to Menangle Saturday night
Trainer Alford charged with administering substance
THREE charges have been issued against New Zealand horseman Jesse Alford in relation to administering a substance to horses just hours before they were due to race. Stewards immediately scratched… Read more: Trainer Alford charged with administering substance
Aussie back in action in USA
VETERAN Ned Hodkinson didn’t need to be asked twice if he wanted to buy an interest in Our Majordan. Hodkinson was familiar with the pacer from watching races from Australia, and had a horse he once… Read more: Aussie back in action in USA
Profiles a terrific addition to formguides
HARNESS Racing Australia is set to shine a light on its drivers across the nation. In conjunction with RISE and Racing Queensland, HRA will unveil its new driver profiles from today. Similar to… Read more: Profiles a terrific addition to formguides
Championship saviour?
LAST week we highlighted a glaring concern in Tasmania. In what is the Apple Isle’s biggest night of the season, leading trainer Ben Yole was represented by 44 of the 115 pacers in action, giving… Read more: Championship saviour?
Plate a pit stop on way to Group One
IN WHAT is a short stint back home, Wolf Stride should have little trouble adding the Melton Plate to his ever-growing tally on Saturday night. Fresh from an eye-catching third in the $1million… Read more: Plate a pit stop on way to Group One
How rock legend Alice Cooper led to trotter’s name
IT’S not one of his songs or albums, but rock legend Alice Cooper played a role in the naming of talented but wayward trotter Love Gun! Best known as a hit record for Kiss, Love Gun is named after… Read more: How rock legend Alice Cooper led to trotter’s name
