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The Countdown is On: 100 Days Until the World Driving Championship

by Brittany Graham

The Australian assault is building. While the Inter Dominion Carnival has only been wrapped up for a few days, the next targets for many of Australia’s very best are being planned.

Junior driver Kate Coppins lines up four Cambridge drives tonight, including in-form trotter President Flynntin, and is optimistic each of her runners can feature with the right run.

Auckland Trotting Club members have approved the proposed sale of Franklin Park, a move expected to significantly reduce club debt and secure the future of harness racing in Auckland.

This week’s six to watch includes a mix of trial winners, unlucky runners, and well-bred types stepping out at Auckland, Cambridge, and Addington. Keep an eye on American Falcon, Lexicon, and Mystic Magic.

The new Southern Surge series kicks off next month, with trainers across Southland and Otago gearing up to target the winter-spring campaign with quality pacing and trotting teams.

Last year’s New Zealand Cup winner Swayzee is back in work, with trainer Jason Grimson confirming plans to return to Addington in November to defend his title.

Last week the HRNZ Board approved an amendment into the recently introduced rating framework giving a one-point rating penalty reduction to horses placed 5th in non-Group and Listed races.

Racing fans are in for something truly special this November, as Kaikoura hosts two milestone events across a two-day harness racing showcase