
Phar Lap
As Phar Lap became more and more successful, there were attempts made by important people within the Australian horse racing industry to keep him from winning so often, first by imposing extreme high weights on him for each of his races, and later, through more desperate methods. As the horse continued to win, there were attempts made on his life, as certain individuals felt that a horse that won so often was not healthy for the sport as a whole.
As the attempts to kill Phar Lap continued, the decision was made to race him in California. He arrived in the United States and began training for the race. All indications were that he was well prepared and ready to run. On the day of the race, Phar Lap did not disappoint, winning his debut race in America.
Sadly, this would be Phar Lap’s last race. Shortly after its completion, he became very ill. In a great deal of distress, his groomer took him from his stall and began walking him until his trainer could arrive back with help. Phar Lap could eventually walk no more, and he collapsed and died with his groomer at his side.


- Cast
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Tom Burlinson, Martin Vaughan, Judy Morris, Celia De Burgh
- Director
- Simon Wincer
- Produced By
- John Sexton
- Language
- English
