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Harness hobby turns serious for Hawkes with Seathestars
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By Adam Hamilton for News Corp
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June 11, 2025
Harness hobby turns serious for Hawkes with Seathestars
Horses are both big business and a hobby for Hall of Fame thoroughbred trainer John Hawkes.
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