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New Zealand harness racing lost one of its iconic owners in the early hours of Sunday morning with Terry McDonald succumbing to his health ailments in his hospice bed at the age of 83. Somewhat serendipitously, in the afternoon that preceded his passing, McDonald was in the winning ownership of Tower Of Love (Johnny Rock) […]
For a young trainer aiming to make their mark in the sport of harness racing, the Inter Dominion series is a perfect launching pad to announce yourself as a star on the rise. Just look at what Jason Grimson has achieved over the last few years, winning the famous ID pacing title in two straight […]
After reaching the greatest heights in the harness code, Tim Butt is now aiming to earn the respect of his peers in another venture of racing. The champion horseman from across the ditch has won almost all there is on offer with the pacers and trotters, including multiple Inter Dominions, a Miracle Mile and numerous […]
Lifestyle and the growing harness racing industry in the Sunshine State played a role in champion trainer Tim Butt’s recent move to Queensland. While those two factors were important in the stables decision to relocate – so is the opportunities that will come for Tim’s son – emerging driver Riley. At 19 years of age, […]
Tim Butt says a mixture of lifestyle and owning his own training facility led the champion harness racing trainer to make the decision to relocate to Queensland in the coming weeks. The Kiwi native has spent time living and training in Melbourne and Sydney in recent years and is now in the process of setting […]
The man who dominated trotting with megastars like Lyell Creek, Take A Moment, Vulcan and others, thinks he’s found his next topliner. Tim Butt is confident French import Holzarte Vedaquais has the talent, but now it’s a matter of building the ringcraft. Whether that happens in time for the biggest trotting races early next year […]
