Paul Courts

Phoenix soars among the greats

Phoenix soars among the greats

STAR trotter Arcee Phoenix sealed his position among the greats with an emphatic win at Albion Park just moments ago. Proving too good for his rivals, Arcee Phoenix captured the Inter Dominion Final to join a host of champion squaregaiters on the honour roll. Along with his success in the

Hoping the highlights continue

Hoping the highlights continue

SEASONED horseman Darren Billinger hopes his run of celebrations continues when he heads to Globe Derby tomorrow night. During the past fortnight Billinger and his, Julie, have been sporting a constant smile thanks to a string of highlights. The Billinger's run of good fortune includes part-owning Ichibansan, which

Harry right at home among the Legends

Harry right at home among the Legends

THERE were testimonials, rounds of applause and plenty of carrots for harness racing hero Just Believe as he was officially welcomed into Living Legends on Thursday morning. One of the sport’s most treasured names has joined fellow standardbred Sundons Gift and around 40 thoroughbred stars at the stunning retirement

Tim and Jack chasing Inter fairytale

Tim and Jack chasing Inter fairytale

ON Saturday night, harness racing's 'Holy Grail' - the $1 million Inter Dominion Pacing Final will run at Albion Park, with seven of the 12 runners sold via the APG yearling sales. Hidden among some of the best names in the industry is tough campaigner, Tims

Dave's perfect namesake

Dave's perfect namesake

MANY cultures believe a person has a spirit animal - one that reflects their personality and traits. At Cranbourne last Sunday night, one such animal came to prominence by emerging triumphant for trainer Taylor Ford. Purchased as a yearling, the son of Lincoln Royal was named in honour of Ford&

We'll have to wait and see

We'll have to wait and see

WE'LL have to wait and see. That was the call from Chris Svanosio when discussing the prospect of Arcee Phoenix leading in Saturday night's Inter Dominion Final at Albion Park. Pre-series favourite, Arcee Phoenix's odds tightened after he drew the pole in the $500,

Two in the Grand Final . . . and we're over the moon

Two in the Grand Final . . . and we're over the moon