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Jason Bonnington

@JasonBonnington

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Quarter Maori harness racing tragic & journo for @HRVnews & Herald Sun whose music career and time on quiz show Temptation prove I’ll do anything for attention.

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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 years
It's stunning how regularly in racing circles 'outsiders' with little or no education about an incredibly broad, esoteric and complex industry believe they can rock up, spend 45 mins assessing the landscape & righteously pass judgement like they have the slightest clue #4corners
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
11 years in this majestic sport of Harness Racing and I've never been as personally overwhelmed as I am tonight. Jobs come and go but knowing you have the respect & love & support of those that adore the game as much as you is priceless. All the feels. Leave none of them out ❤️❤️
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
3 years
30 years today since my dad Victor David Bonnington raised his arms one final time before saying goodbye. I was 11 then. I'm 41 now. Nothing's changed; he's still my idol and always will be.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
7 months
BURNING QUESTIONS Q) Has J-Bon been made redundant by HRV? A) Yes Q) Is he befuddled by this decision? A) Yes Q) Will he keep loving & promoting The Trots? A) Fo Shizzle Q) Will he bounce back like a Pogo Stick? A) Count on it!! Attached is my response to parting ways with HRV 🩵
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
I'll never forget the night Gav won the Sunshine Sprint with Hectorjayjay. Not due to the win but because Gav invited me to drink & chat with he & Meagan after. I've never felt in such unmitigated awe. It was my greatest night in the game. And he was the greatest of all time #RIP
@TheTrotsComAu
The Trots
4 years
Vale Gavin Lang #thetrots mourns a legend.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
Yesterday I notched up 10 years working with HRV. With most things in life I can't stay motivated or interested for very long at all. Nothing could be less true when it comes to studying form & promoting/broadcasting this sport. I could do it for 50 years. And love every minute.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
5 years
When my beloved brother was dying back in 2014 I took a brief break from the hospital to go and punt one horse at the Heidelberg TAB. That horse was Classy Western. He won and gave me the briefest but most beautiful respite imaginable. So sad to hear his fate today #ripchamp
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
Extremely disappointed to learn I won't be part of this season's In The Gig panel. It was a dream of mine to be on the show & I've especially loved the bants with @BenWayAUS & @BrittanyTGraham over the last few seasons. Good luck to the new team. Wishing them all the very best.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
5 years
As many here know on Tuesday I'll be getting my scone skinned. What far fewer know is that I lost my father to Leukaemia when I was 10 years old. This looks like a perfect chance to help those in a similar situation. #worldsgreatestshave
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
This is what your helmet looks like when a horse falls on top of your head. The bad news is that @KimaFrenning has a broken hand/wrist and will be out of action for six weeks. The good news is she's conscious lucid and moving her arms and legs. Plenty of scans and tests to come.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 years
Finally starting to breathe again after the most incendiary exhilarating fortnight of my career. #id18 was always going to be magical but nobody could have dreamed it would explode the way it has. To the trainers, drivers, public, punters, pundits & HRV staff; well freaking done!
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Jason Bonnington
2 years
Haven't Tweeted before this as I couldn't find the words. To be there, on site, and see somebody you love & admire as much as I do @BrittanyTGraham experience such a seminal moment in her life & career is something I'll always cherish & never forget. Absolute No.1 highlight ever.
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The Trots
2 years
"THIS IS WHAT WE DO IT FOR" Sheer emotion from Brittany Graham as she learns live on TrotsVision that Majestic Harry has made the SENTrack Inter Dominion Trotting Championship Grand Final regardless of the protest result.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 years
Just want to say how thankful I am to @AdamTABSports & @GregHayes78 for their incredible anchoring of tonight's ID coverage. Also hugely grateful to everybody who sent messages of positivity about the night. Clearly my fave night on track since I started in this beautiful sport.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
Can't help thinking those that are deriding HRV's decision to safeguard the industry by reverting to a regional model in the midst of a WORSE situation than we had when this pandemic began would also be the first to smash them if the game got shut down by playing fast and loose.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 years
Just spoke to Snooze Svanosio & what a stunning story his is. Almost 2 years to the day since he was struck down w/ a Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak that threatened to leave him bedridden for life and now driving Sparkling Success to G1 wins. Genuine good guy getting what he deserves.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
5 years
Just spoke to @danihillracing from her hospital bed & totally staggered by both her courage & attitude. Not only will she be released TODAY despite having 11 screws placed in her leg but she's already setting herself an 8 week target to get back in the bike #freak #monster #star
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
I understand what a flog you can look like when pumping your own tyres but something like this just makes me bloody proud. Proper form takes many hours and serious dedication. And even then it can all go to pot. When it works however; well that's as sweet as life can get.
@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
Just checked Shep Cup odds and two massive overs prospects. Our Uncle Sam @ $16 & Phoenix Prince @ $26.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
9 months
Tweeting seems so trite right now but why the Hell not? I'm in Bliss. Spent my childhood crying every time Collingwood lost. Buried my late brother & best friend Aidy with my Pies jumper & have lived for the Black & White most of my life. This team & this result is everything 🙌
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
2 years
As a servant to the game I couldn't be happier that my graceless tumble from Buster Brady has gone viral & helped put focus on The Trots the last 24 hours. If this is all that's required stay tuned for a new Jackass-style series where I injure myself to promote the sport 😂😂🤡
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
7 months
Can't express how touched I’ve been by comments/calls/messages in recent days. Harness Racing isn’t a sport its a creed built on family & faith, caring & connection. It's the finest fraternity ever forged. Love & bear hugs to all. Squeezy ones that hurt in a good way. Those ones.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 years
Forget the NZ Cup wins, the Vic Cup & the Inter Dominion; that effort by Lazarus three-wide the entire at Group 1 level around Gloucester Park was the biggest performance of his career and one of the most monumental I have ever seen. And he was beaten. Wow-freaking-wee.
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Jason Bonnington
4 years
Finally gave up on trying to slumber after the tragic loss of Gavin Lang last night so opted to listen to this super Pod instead. Hearing Gav's unfulfilled dreams of exploring the world broke my heart but knowing he wouldn't have changed a thing mended it
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 years
I generally consider myself a tolerant person but folks who try and step onto public transport before others step off and those who enter a plane via the wrong entrance for their seat number have a fair way to go before becoming a part of true civilisation #fundamentals #manners
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Jason Bonnington
6 months
Sweet Golden Baby Jesus..... WHAT A PERFORMANCE!!!! Rarely get goosebumps these days but watching every one of Leap To Fame's rivals gasping for air when he set sail despite enjoying softer trips was something else. He's from a different era that horse. He's a bottomless beast!!!
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
5 years
This little superstar turned 5 today and I could not possibly be a prouder Dad. Loads of veiled and not-so-veiled acrimony & antagonism on this platform but what's it all about? Bella couldn't give two shits about any of it! #happybirthdaybellaboodle
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
2 years
Deliberately avoided social feedback from last night until now. The way I saw it, there was a job at hand & focus was paramount. Now I've looked I'm thrilled. If it was a one-off crack on @Racing I feel @m_felgate @nikkitaj10 Rob & I made hay while the sun shone. Thanks to all.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
3 years
Unsure how many folks read full form comment these days but I write every guide as though its my last. My goal, above all else, is to educate, inform & entertain. And it means something to me. It means a great deal. Here is my guide for VSS finals night.
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Jason Bonnington
4 years
With all the sour attitudes around today/tonight over a race that didn't happen it's worth remembering that Greg Lewis is going through genuine Hell right now with his partner and just won the previous race at Shepparton to give them both some joy and hope. That is real life.
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Jason Bonnington
3 years
Here are the facts. Kasey Kent is David Moran's partner but she also has a long & rich Harness heritage. She plays a significant role with the horses now in her name & absolutely knows what she’s doing. I get the interest in this but some of the nastiness is wildly unwarranted.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
9 months
In every way Tara Tom Hogan was a giant among mortals. Towering by stature, imposing by intellect, formidably fearless & truly huge hearted. I'll never forget his support & kindness. Or that he promised I could write his bio after he passed. Sadly that day has come. RIP legend 🩵
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 years
What a freaking machine!!!!!!!!! Lazarus you litttttttllleeeeeee ripppppeerrrrr. Thanks heaps to the @RSN927 team for indulging my passion for this game over the course of the morning mentioning Lazarus every 54 seconds!!
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
Must apologise to regular followers for my below par punting advice in recent weeks. Not sure whether it's 8x8 or regional racing but I will leave no stone unturned to rectify the issue. And I've been doing it long enough to have complete faith in bouncing back; so stick fat!
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
2 years
31 years today since the hulking Kiwi that made me love sport & racing, the man that put $100 in the phone account for me when I was good, rattled off this mortal coil. In a world where I see everyone as equal I see him on a totally different plain. My perpetual hero. My old man.
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Jason Bonnington
6 years
Often in this game we mitigate legendary achievements by saying great trainers & drivers have the 'best horses' so should succeed in life. Truth is @ChrisAlford5000 has driven more 'ordinary' horses to success this term than anyone ever. Tonight is his night #thelegendgrows #389
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
3 years
Hugely relieving news coming out of St Vincents Hospital today. The legend that is @ChrisAlford5000 underwent a second surgery last night which went better than anticipated so his stay on the ward COULD be abbreviated. Massive thanks to @alisonalford08 for keeping us in the loop.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
3 years
I only knew Gary Hoban from our chats at the races but he was always kind, thoughtful and generous with his time. I stand with the entire trots family in mourning for Gaz and his entire family on this very sad night.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 years
Thought it would be magnificent fun with just a few days remaining until what I think will be one of the all-time great Miracle Miles to quiz every trainer with a runner in Saturday's feature to answer a few quick questions about the race... here are their responses!
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Jason Bonnington
5 years
What an act of merciless brutality from Tiger Tara in the AG Hunter Cup. Staggering to watch top flight horses gasping for air in their attempts to go anywhere near him. Also mega proud of my boy San Carlo.
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Jason Bonnington
5 years
Only catching breath now but how good the @JodiQracing story. I mean HOW BLOODY GOOD? In a wheelchair after accident and never gave up dream of driving again. Now she wins Cranbourne Cup and will hopefully drive in ID Final next Sat night. A-mazing!
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Jason Bonnington
5 months
Feels bizarre not being part of Hunter Cup broadcast for just the 2nd time in 12 years. Often however, when covering such a massive night, you desperately wish you could simply enjoy it as a fan & I'm relishing the fact I get that opportunity this evening. Few thoughts to follow!
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Jason Bonnington
4 years
When you grow up in love with racing you never think you'll break into media. Then you break into media but never know the opportunities that will avail themselves. Then you get asked to IV trainers at the best moment of their lives. Thank you @GRV_News @sandowndogs #melbournecup
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Jason Bonnington
3 years
Also, and I will repeat this tomoz, I've not been as confident about a Melton meeting as I am about tomorrow night's for at least 12 months. Will drop the Game Plan early arvo tomoz but I'll nearly declare if you follow it & watch Trots Vision you'll win cabbage. Proper cabbage.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
3 years
Hugely appreciate all the positive feedback tonight. Despite the inclement conditions it was phenomenal to be back on track doing what I love. Can't wait for NYE.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
Wtf?
@SkyRacingAU
SKY Racing
4 years
He's no stranger to epic finishing bursts but tonight's performance from Good Juan has to be seen to be believed 😱
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Jason Bonnington
5 months
Nothing I loathe more than folks declaring opinion as fact, but that was - by a margin - the finest Great Southern Star Final since its inception. Two world class trotters partnered by two champion drivers of almost identical vintage with no quarter given and no prisoners taken.
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Jason Bonnington
4 years
Lochinvar Art just amazing in the Chariots. He has it all. The strength. The stamina. The determination. And tonight, the pure, sweet, unadulterated speed. This rivalry with Self Assured is something truly beautiful & soooooo important for our Sport.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
Plenty of winners this morning & tonight at HQ but the biggest news of the day is this little ball of perfection turning six. To say she is the apple of my eye would be one of the all-time understatement. Go git 'em gorgeous! #Bellahitsemforsix
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
Shivers down your spine stuff there from Ride High. Clayton Tonkin has been telling us forever this is the best horse he's ever trained by a space and what he did first-up tonight was a warning shot to every other pacer in Australasia. They just don't go like that. Total freak.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
2 years
Happy New Year to all of the fabuous folk that follow & contribute via this platform to share their love of racing & life. I get why some hate socials but, when used the right way, it connects like-minded souls & that's meant plenty over the last 2 years. Huge thanks to you all.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
5 years
Teena McQueen is delivering one of the all-time nightmare performances on #qanda tonight. How she ever came to be vice-president of a federal political party is flabbergasting. Why that same party would have her represent them on tonight's show is mind-boggling.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
Can't share too many details yet but part of our re-launched @SEN_track dedicated Harness show now called #trotslife will be a daily rotation of Pro's and Semi Pro's doing the daily tipping. To me, this is huge news. We will start tomoz with @mleppard11 who will also give a tute.
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Jason Bonnington
3 years
Legendary reinsman @ChrisAlford5000 is trending in the right direction following surgery for a dangerous knee infection but he's only at the start of a very long journey. More surgery awaits tomorrow then a solid stay at St Vincent's to ensure he makes a smooth recovery #champion
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
Merry Christmas punters! Few things to remember on this sacred day. 1) Christmas is for kids. It's not about you. 2) Don't stress running around trying to please everybody. Breathe & reflect. 3) If you think of it call or msg somebody close you haven't contacted in far too long.
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Jason Bonnington
5 years
There are a stack of amazing stories in Harness Racing but few better than that of Emain Macha. Was going to be a star when 3 then struck down with potentially life-ending illness. Now winning richest G3 race in Vic. What a horse. Well done Schoey!!
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Jason Bonnington
4 years
If there's one thing I can guarantee it's that @KimaFrenning is as tough as old boots. Knowing her she'll be more devastated that she's missing some ripper drives than the fact she's done herself a significant mischief. Not her first big hit. These drivers are warriors.
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Jason Bonnington
2 years
I wonder what the repercussions will be for the 14000 footy scribes that revealed their 'inside' confirmation Clarko was headed to the Bombers. I'll give you a hint - bugger all. That's why this malarkey continues. Talk crap, get it wrong & play on. No accountability whatsoever.
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Jason Bonnington
4 years
On my way out to @Tabcorp_Park and remain totally taken by what a privilege it is to be part of broadcast team for a night as important as this. One minute you're punting on the couch dreaming of being on track Hunter Cup night, the next it's a reality. Can't wait to get started.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
5 years
It's one thing to have an opinion but the National Trotguide article on my mate San Carlo has been written with a venom & disrespect for horse & human which is entirely unwarranted IMO. If I were Steve or Bec I'd be giving the journo a wide berth in future
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
I think I have found one at massive odds on Saturday night at Shep. Will confirm tomorrow night after further form excavation. I'm excited. Haven't been this pumped about one at the odds it will be for a very long time.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
7 years
So sad on so many levels @ the loss of iconic horseman Alan Tubbs last night. I idolised Tubbsy & Melpark Major when I started @ HRV 1/3
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Jason Bonnington
3 years
Half an hour from home and so proud of everyone involved with promoting Harness Racing in Vic. Special shout out to @nikkitaj10 who stuns me every time she goes on air these days and also to the stars of the show that produced an amazing night of elite racing. Satisfied man 😍
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Jason Bonnington
2 years
Haven't enjoyed two races in one night more than Like A Wildfire winning the Terang Cup & Better Eclipse winning the Chariots for as long as I can remember. So many extraordinary narratives. What an exceptionally amazing sport Harness Racing is. I legit love it with all my heart.
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Jason Bonnington
4 years
Just finished analysing Saturday night's Bendigo programme and to say it's utterly superb would be a gross understatement. Staggering to think we could bear witness to a meeting this outstanding in a Stage 4 Lockdown. All credit to HRV & our wonderful participants. Bring it on.
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Jason Bonnington
5 years
Awful news to hear. Prayers for a fast and total recovery go out to Gav and family. Undisputed champion.
@TheTrotsComAu
The Trots
5 years
Industry sending well wishes to Gavin Lang and his family after family confirms his battle with illness. Full story at #TheTrots :
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
10 months
Morning all. Haven't gotten back to all the wonderful souls wondering where I've been the last two months but there's good news. Courtesy of a complex international extradition treaty I've been released from captivity & will be back on @SEN_track in 10mins with @SteveCleave1111 !!
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Jason Bonnington
5 years
I knew it would be good but that IV w/ @AdamTABSports was superb. Merciless honesty about the effects Cancer and it's associated treatments can have on your life mixed with the message that without those treatments there is no life. If you missed it Pod it @RSN927
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Jason Bonnington
2 years
Said it many times before, and not being sycophantic, but always amazed & impressed by how generous Harness Racing participants are with their time. Nobody works harder yet they're always up for a chat & prepared to promote the sport. Love the sport but love the people even more.
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Jason Bonnington
7 years
How great is Harness Racing? One night Love Ina Chevy who was on death's door following a snake bite dead heats in the Markovina FFA, the next night megastar Hunter Cup king Bling It On returns from what seemed oblivion to smash rivals in 1:50.8 #yestrots #yes
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Jason Bonnington
4 years
Almost two months to the day since doing herself a mighty mischief at Melton the Princess of Vic Harness Racing @KimaFrenning has been given a clean bill of health & will return to trials on Monday! She's also moving to work with @TonkinStewart so makes her comeback as a Westy!
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Jason Bonnington
7 years
It's official - @KerrynManning is the greatest horsewoman in history. And that horse, Mr Mojito, well he's pretty good as well.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
If I hear one more person refer to San Carlo as having 'Mildura form' I think I'm going to vomit. Horse has won 7 Country Cups and an ID heat and was placed in the Hunter Cup last season. Totally disingenuous to boil an entire career down to where he raced last start.
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Jason Bonnington
2 years
Has there EVER been a greater sporting role model than Rafa? He has it all. Professionalism, persistence, resilience, belief, integrity, talent & respect. Watching him play tennis is a genuine lesson in how to live life. Forget the record. Records break. Simply worship the man 🤩
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
5 years
Only two hours until I start putting this set of chaotic hieroglyphics to the test at Tabcorp Park tonight. Doing form, whilst sometimes painstaking and sometimes heartbreaking, remains my favourite type of therapy & I consider it a great privilege I get to do it for a living.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
9 months
Just finished penning this tribute to Tara. Found it very overwhelming attempting to encapsulate such a massive figure and personality in 600 words but hopefully folks enjoy the read and thinking about Tom.
@TheTrotsComAu
The Trots
9 months
Vale Tom Hogan. A mountainous, wildly successful bookmaker, fearless and prodigiously gifted punter, owner, breeder, celebrity, mastermind and mentor. Tribute at 👇
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Jason Bonnington
3 years
Sunday sessions on the Southbank balcony after a ripper night at @TheMeadowsDogs . Wouldn't be dead for quids.
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Jason Bonnington
4 years
Feel like a kid that had their fave toy removed for 8 months and just got it back as I head west toward Tabcorp Park for Breeders Crown semi night. Joni Mitchell said it best: you don't know what you got til it's gone. If you love Harness; watch Trots Vision tonight.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
It was another tricky night on the tip but such a huge feeling of pride to know Bakes and I have delivered 32 hours of trot content on @SEN_track in the past fortnight. Times are tough but @TheTrotsComAu and our amazing participants are rising spectacularly to the challenge.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
3 years
Not much could make tonight better as I head out to @Tabcorp_Park but the ripper threads I picked up from @menzclub may have taken the swagger to another level. You can't Blue Steel like this unless you feel goooooood. Pic courtesy of the great Dessie Gee!
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
What an incredible, amazing horse. What a warrior. That was the best result imaginable and has made a magnificent build up fee so much more special #arty
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Jason Bonnington
3 years
Won't make headlines in the broader sporting media but EVERY race at Globe Derby tonight won by female drivers. I'm not sure Beyonce was 100% right that they run the world but girls defs ran Globe tonight & Harness Racing in Oz wouldn't live without them.
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Jason Bonnington
4 years
Late on a Tuesday night but just want to pay tribute to the enormous role Blake Redden has played in the TrotStars concept. Several others have been critical but this is Blake's baby & it's the best kind of marketing. The kind that costs very little but engages so very many.
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Jason Bonnington
3 years
Cannot possibly fathom the life destroying pain multiple families are feeling in Davenport today. Grim reminder not to sweat the small stuff. Not even the medium stuff. Life is precious and nothing guaranteed. All I wish is that those nearest & dearest find a way to move forward.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
3 years
Huge congrats to all tonight's GRM winners particularly Keith Pratt & Paul James. Also want to express my pride in the exceptional work of @TheTrotsComAu media & marketing teams that pulled this production together in record time under adverse circumstances. Hope you enjoyed ❤️❤️
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Jason Bonnington
2 years
Legendary stuff this from @ashbarty . First she teaches young girls how to be a champion athlete. Now she's teaching them, and us, and everyone, something so much harder to learn - how to live your life on your terms. Absolute boss.
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Jason Bonnington
3 years
Almost home from Kilmore & just wanted to send thanks in the direction of all those that tuned into Trots Vision tonight, particularly first-time viewers. Innovating is always tricky and garnering the numbers we did tonight was a huge vote of support. Onward & upward from here 😎
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
50m after start: "How could you do this to me when I trusted you?" 500m after start: "Why are you giving me hope?" 300m from finish: "We're actually in this" Finish: "I never, ever doubted you" #imsettogo #holylordabove #whatthehelldidijustwitness
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 years
Hectorjaybon home in 54.8 after 12 months off the scene. No horse has been more special to me since I started doing this gig full-time almost a decade ago and to witness him back in that style is an absolute pleasure and privilege.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 years
The Laz rap sheet in North America currently reads 1) Driven like beast & beats stars in sub 1:49 2) Driven like beast but sick as dog & not the Laz we know 3) Driven conservative and chases hard in sub 1:49 Take home message 1) Judge this prep when it's over not half way through
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
I don't get off on knocking pollies; it's often a thankless task. But acknowledging we have a potential public health catastrophe on our hands then calling a conference to say we'll address it after the weekend is perhaps the most ridic thing I've heard from an Aussie PM.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
2 years
Every single mantra we've been indoctrinated with about the sanctity of life, the need to relieve pressure on public health systems & our civic responsibility to look after each other for past 2 years have been lies. Even the most trusting & gullible among us must see that now.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
2 years
Never liked Will Smith much and now I legit hate him. Bitch-slapping a bloke half your size over an innocent gag isn't being a man, it's being a show-pony. And that's what he is. A phoney baloney show-pony. Wonder whether he'd have done the same if Dwayne Johnson told the joke???
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
4 years
Thanks to everybody that listened to epic 4.5 hour all-trots broadcast from @Bdtc150 on @RSN927 today. Felt big for those of us behind the microphones. Hopefully it felt big for trot lovers tuning in.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
3 years
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 months
Started epic journey to @salegreyhounds for their postponed Cup card where I'm running punters club (with $500 of my own added to kitty) & generally shooting shit with those on course. Can't overstate how outstanding the Sale crew have been over past few years. Legends the lot!!
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
1 year
Nothing I loathe more than people who supposedly love the trots talking anything that may elevate it down. Here's the deal children. If Cap Rav doesn't dominate in coming weeks nothing's either ventured or gained. If he does however, we may gain thousands of new fans. Get it now?
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
5 years
One day soon somebody will shift their major futurity series to Summer - maybe even Spring - fans will come en masse and everybody else will desperately want to follow. There's no need to change the breeding season either. Just make the series for 3,4 & 5YO's #simple #longevity
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
6 years
Majestic performance by Jilliby Kung Fu to win Chariots up here at Menangle. This is a horse who was once vulnerable in front. Now lives in Beast Mode every day of the week.
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
5 years
Finally home after another superb Redwood Day. So rapt to see a big, passionate crowd for Les Chapman's final carnival in charge. Few have contributed more to trotting and Harness Racing in general. And Majestuoso - wow!
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
9 months
Started following 40 years ago, missed Birthdays, Bar Mitzvahs and Weddings to watch the races & have more than 800 old copies of The Sportsman in storage, but I'm sure you & your 11 followers have me covered under wraps.
@NarkNick
Nick The Nark
9 months
@JasonBonnington What do you know about gallops and jockeys champion ?
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@JasonBonnington
Jason Bonnington
1 year
Just checked Twitter for the first time since last night & totally overwhelmed by the kind words from great mates @chrissymonal @kirstengraham91 & @SteveCleave1111 among others. Cannot express what a privilege it is to share moments like Bobby Kuch's with him last night. Blessed.
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