Phar Lap Raceway CEO Paul Hinsley escorts his horse Rent A Gent back to the winner’s stall Timaru’s Washdyke racecourse is synonymous with some of the iconic names in New Zealand and Australian racing history, however it’s now timely to reflect on the contribution of one of its unsung heroes, long-time chief executive Paul Hinsley.
The Timaru track is well-known as Phar Lap Raceway, honouring the champion galloper who was bred at nearby Seadown in the mid-1920s. Half a century later another locally-bred horse brought further fame, the Peter South-owned and Pat Corboy-trained Grey Way, who became known as the Washdyke Wonder as he compiled a remarkable record of 51 wins from 164 starts.
