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Horse Racing

15 March, 2026

Take a bow, Birchip

Respected harness racing journalist Paul Courts is the first to admit he hasn't been a fan of slot races like The Eureka & The Nullabor, believing all the hype and promises have delivered little for the industry. However, after spending the day at the "home of the Mallee bull" on Sunday afternoon, soaking up an atmosphere reminiscent of Pamplona in Spain in July, Courts has had a re-think.

Contributed By Tony Logan

Winning driver James Herbertson with Gareth Hall, manager of the SEN Giddy Up slot, with Wicked Confession after their success in the inaugural Running of the Bulls at Birchip on Sunday afternoon.
Winning driver James Herbertson with Gareth Hall, manager of the SEN Giddy Up slot, with Wicked Confession after their success in the inaugural Running of the Bulls at Birchip on Sunday afternoon.

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