In the annals of Australian horse racing there have been many great champions. Ajax, Archer, and Carbine are just a few of the horses that have distinguished themselves on the Australian turf. Of all these, one is remembered more than the rest. The legendary Phar Lap accounted for the best horse racing story to come out of the Australian continent. […] Continue Reading
Phar Lap – The Sad End Of Australia’s Greatest Race Horse
In the history of Australian horse racing there is no greater champion than Phar Lap. Bred in New Zealand, the great Phar Lap accomplished most of his success on the race tracks of Australia. He was able to win the Melbourne Cup, and he also won the Cox Plate twice. A dignified champion, Phar Lap was shipped to North America where […] Continue Reading
Phar Lap – Legendary Racehorse
There are many intriguing stories in horseracing but few have captured the hearts of racing fans more so than that of the mighty Phar Lap. Phar Lap dominated Australian racing during the early years of the Great Depression. More than 80 years after his untimely death, Phar Lap remains a legendary symbol of the Australian Turf. Horse Trainer Harry Telford […] Continue Reading