THIS week proved a momentous one in the sport of harness racing with news that the governing body of French trotting Le Trot have confirmed that an Irish meeting next year will be broadcast and wagered on, not only in France, but also all PMU affiliate countries throughout Europe (including Belgium, Germany and Switzerland) plus multiple African countries.

A card of five races will take place on Wednesday, May 10th, with the first race at 11.15am (10.15am Ireland).