THE MIRACLE MILE

THE MIRACLE MILE

A horse with a harness pulling a sulky carriage driven by a jockey wearing a red helmet and white racing silks. Spectators watch the race from the stands in the background, and a race number sign is visible.

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.

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.

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