THE MIRACLE MILE
THE MIRACLE MILE
Harness racing has always held a special place in John Tapp’s heart. In these stories, the legendary racecaller shares his favourite moments from the track, celebrating the champions, characters, and unforgettable races that shaped the sport. It’s harness racing told with heart, history, and a lifetime of love for the trotters and pacers.
THINGS WILL NEVER BE QUITE THE SAME AT THE LAGOON. TONY TURNBULL 1930-2021
To family and friends Tony Turnbull always seemed indestructible. On non race days during his training career, he’d work from dawn to dusk before trying to catch up on badly needed sleep.
TONY TURNBULL OAM TURNS 90!
The Bathurst Harness Racing Club hosted a magnificent birthday bash on Sunday for one of its favourite sons. Family and friends gathered to honour the legendary A.D. “Tony” Turnbull on the occasion of his 90th birthday.
HONDO GRATTAN - GO GO GO YOU LITTLE BEAUTY
Stumbled upon a couple of photos of Hondo Grattan the other day. That’s all it takes to trigger memories of one of the most charismatic harness horses of all time. Did a quick check to learn that it’s coming up twenty five years since the little champ passed away at the Turnbull family’s Loyal Stud near Bathurst.