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Double shot of Coffey

Harry Coffey returns to the mounting yard on Precious Charm after winning the Ladbrokes Coastal Classic at Geelong on Saturday. Picture: Reg Ryan/Racing Photos
Peter Bannan

SWAN Hill jockey Harry Coffey has won four races from within the first four days of 2026. The town’s favourite racing son, who quietly brought up the 1000th victory of a remarkable career at the end of last year, had every reason to toast the New Year. He claimed two back-to-back wins at Geelong on […]

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