The return of the pinnacle of Australasian harness racing, the Inter Dominion Series, to Victoria after a 10-year hiatus will have a national television audience as the next generation of pacers and trotters clash in Melbourne in December.
The Seven Network has signed on to provide a 1.5-hour live coverage of the Inter Dominion Pacing and Trotting finals on Saturday night, December 15.
“The Inter Dominion is a major sporting event and the biggest harness race in Australasia so put simply it belongs on free-to-air television,” HRV Chairman Dale Monteith said.
“We’re delighted to be in that space from 9pm until 10.30pm on Saturday December 15 and I’m sure everybody who tunes in will thoroughly enjoy the coverage.”
Mr Monteith said fellow HRV Board member Danny Frawley had been integral in securing the Channel 7 partnership.
“I must acknowledge the fantastic work of Danny Frawley, who has facilitated this arrangement and worked really hard behind the scenes to make it happen,” Mr Monteith said.
“We’re really pleased to be aligned with the Seven Network and looking forward to building long-term relationships with Australian media and broadcasters of sport to ensure current and future generations can continue to enjoy the thrill and excitement of trots for many years to come.”