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Joint favourite for The Phoenix locked in!
Aaron Bain Racing & Summit Bloodstock have announced that they will be partnering with Golden Easter Egg winner, Mackenna, in this year’s edition of the world’s richest greyhound race.
Aaron Bain Racing & Summit Bloodstock have announced that they will be partnering with Golden Easter Egg winner, Mackenna, in this year’s edition of the world’s richest greyhound race.
Having been involved in slot races across multiple codes including The Eureka, The Nullarbor, The Sandgroper and The Race (NZ), the ABR & Summit Bloodstock team are changing tact with their selection process.
“Going early hasn’t been our usual technique in slot races, but when the opportunity to lock in Mackenna presented itself, the fit was too perfect for us to not align ourselves with her.” said Aaron Bain.
“She is the current joint favourite for the race and is proven in big races having won the Easter Egg earlier this year”.
The announcement caps a big week for Aaron Bain Racing & Summit Bloodstock who had a Group 1 Harness racing treble at Melton on Saturday night with Heza Punk Rocker, Ivseenheavenslight and Showsomejoy all taking out editions of the Vicbred Super Series.
The lightly raced daughter of Whiskey Riot is unbeaten at The Broadmeadows circuit from five attempts, including at her most recent racetrack performance, a 29.82 best of the night win.
Purchased prior to her successful Easter Egg campaign by George Alvaro, “Bonnie” has spent time in NSW being prepared by Michelle Sultana & Daryl Thomas but will remain in Victoria in the build up to The Phoenix with trainer Paul Abela eyeing off some of the biggest races on the calendar.
“She is back in work now, but we will build her fitness back up slowly before making any decisions on races like The Topgun & The Melbourne Cup” Abela said.
“Everything we do with her from now will be tailored towards having her ready for The Phoenix (on December 21)”.
While Mackenna will be Paul Abela’s first foray into training a Phoenix contender, he is an unabashed fan of the format and the race itself.
“I have been on course for every edition, I have been at the box draw events and to have a runner in this race, I am pinching myself.
“The Phoenix truly is the best race on the calendar.”
Events
The Sportsbet Dream Chasers Festival is back!
With over $3.5million in prize money up for grabs, The Meadows and Sandown Park again play host to these blockbuster greyhound events, including the history and prestige of the Group 1 Sportsbet Melbourne Cup, as well as the energy and excitement of the most exhilarating race in greyhound racing, The Phoenix. Be sure to get on course or watch all the action live and exclusive on Racing.com or Sky Racing.
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Nov
7
Sportsbet Topgun
The Meadows
Start your Sportsbet Dream Chasers Festival experience with an unforgettable night of hospitality at The Meadows. There are a number of exciting ways to be part of this premier night of entertainment, with three massive Group 1 races set to light up the track. This year’s Sportsbet Topgun has something for everyone. Trackside, The Meadows will bring the Dream Chasers Festival to life with an electric atmosphere, crowd participation and plenty of surprises in store. Meanwhile, dining guests can enjoy first-class hospitality, and entertainment throughout the night.
Nov
21
Sportsbet Melbourne Cup Heats
Sandown Park
This is where legends begin. On Saturday 21 November, the Sportsbet Melbourne Cup and Bold Trease heats explode into life at Sandown Park, as Australia’s fastest greyhounds go flat out for a place in the biggest finals of the year. Eight heats. No second chances. Dreams made and broken in under 30 seconds. And the action doesn’t stop at the finish line. Rewind 80s will have the crowd singing outside near Box 9, a DJ keeps the party pumping upstairs, and local community clubs bring the colour and noise as they’re drawn their Community Sweep finalists. Grab a bite from the food trucks, settle in for a buffet with the family, or talk tactics with Australia’s Greatest Greyhound Punter, Troy Little. General admission is free, so round up your mates and be there when the field takes shape.
Nov
28
Sportsbet Melbourne Cup
Sandown Park
The Sportsbet Melbourne Cup is considered the world's greatest greyhound race, boasting an honour roll that's unrivalled. Each November, Sandown Park becomes the stage where legends are made and history is written at lightning speed.
Dec
12
The Phoenix
The Meadows
After five editions, The Phoenix has quickly risen to become the most captivating greyhound race in the country. Offering a total prize pool of $1.65 million and $1 million to the winner, it’s the richest greyhound race in the world and the biggest party in greyhound racing! Be part of the phenomenon in 2026.
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