Statement in the name of Phil Holden, Chair of Harness Racing New Zealand:
Harness Racing CEO Gary Woodham is in a stable condition in hospital following a medical event.
The Harness Racing Board has appointed Mauro Barsi as Chief Operating Officer on a temporary basis until Mr. Woodham recovers. Mr. Barsi is a business consultant and a former CEO of Greyhound Racing NZ.
Mr. Woodham’s family have requested privacy at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with Gary and his whanau at this time.
New Zealand’s chances of having a serious Inter Dominion pacing contender this winter could be finalised at a quiet Pukekohe trial meeting on Tuesday.
