In 1932, the legendary racehorse Phar Lap was photographed in Mexico alongside his trusted trainer, Tommy Woodcock, offering a rare and intimate glimpse into one of racing’s greatest partnerships. Far from the roaring crowds and grandstands, this moment shows the quieter side of a champion and the man who guided him to greatness. By this time, Phar Lap had already captured the hearts of millions. His extraordinary success during the Great Depression made him more than a racehorse—he became a sym

Our next New Zealand Racing Legend needs little introduction - Phar Lap, the mighty chestnut gelding who still to this day sets racing hearts alight.😍 From a Thai word which translates to 'lightning', his humble beginnings to champion underdog gave the people hope during the dire times of The Great Depression. Phar Lap managed just one win from his first 10 starts until unleashing in the Spring of 1930, winning 14 consecutive races. Four of which in just seven days which included the Melbourne

3.2K views · 76 reactions | Farewell #PharLap. This newsreel was made to give people a chance to grieve 'Australia's greatest horse'. From our new curated collection: https://www.nfsa.gov.au/collection/curated/phar-lap | NFSA - National Film and Sound Archive of Australia | Facebook

PHAR LAP WINS: Previously unseen multi-angle vision has been released...