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Discover the Western Trilogy

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Threes codes. One weekend. This is the Western Trilogy.

The world’s only tri‑code slot racing festival is right here in Western Australia. Across three action‑packed days, thoroughbreds, harness racers, and greyhound chasers take centre stage with almost $7 million in prizemoney on the line.

It’s more than racing. It’s a carnival that brings the state together, attracting big‑name competitors, and thousands of fans.

It all starts with the Sandgroper at Cannington on April 16, where the fastest greyhounds across the country chase more than $600,000 in prizemoney.

Next up, is the Nullarbor at Gloucester Park which is one of the most electrifying nights on the harness racing calendar. It’s Australia’s only slot race for free-for-all pacers, with a prize pool of $1.25 million.

Finally, The QUOKKA. WA’s richest race day and one of Australia’s top ten prizemoney races. It offers $5 million for elite 1200‑metre sprinters at Ascot Racecourse.

So what exactly is a slot race? Unlike traditional nominations, a slot race works on a set number of available slots, purchased for a high-stake fee.

Whoever owns the slot, selects which horse, pacer or greyhound will run for them. Both Slot Holders and Owners then come together to negotiate the split of prizemoney.

It’s less about entering, more about backing. Backing talent, form, and your pick to run for massive prize money. It’s racing with a whole new playbook and when you bet the Trilogy, you’re not just following form, you’re decoding three racing worlds at once.

So how do you play this three-day collision of elite racing?

1. Understand how differently each code behaves.

Greyhounds – Early speed, box draws, recent times.

Harness – Gate speed, race tempo, driver influence.

Thoroughbreds – Sectionals, track pattern, barrier tactics.

2. Follow the story behind the slot holders. Slot races aren’t just about the best runners; they’re about the best pairing.

3. Know that trilogy momentum matters. Performances in one leg can set the tone for how punters approach the next.

Since the Trilogy’s first running in 2023, standout moments have shaped this racing cultural event to what it is today and growing prize money and crowds have been built with excitement. 

Interstate stars have clashed with WA champions. Overpass sparked a two-year winning streak in The Quokka and Deadly Avenger shattered the track record. 

Each year writes a new chapter in WA’s own racing story. Three codes, one weekend. Discover the Western Trilogy and bet through the markets below! 

TABtouch Western Trilogy Slot Holders

The Quokka – Luana Miss

The Nullarbor – Bulletproof Boy

The Sandgroper – Miss Envy

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