Horse racing: Harness hits top gear but interest in Inters fades

The harness racing season goes overdrive this weekend. Most of the major New Zealand Cup chances are engaged. There is increased interest in the great race at Addington on November 8. New Zealander trainers are considering not taking part in Inter Dominion series. Bolt For Brilliance is the most likely representative. The depth of Kiwi entries could change by closing date today. It is free to nominate. Other trainers mulling over even entering. The competition is open. A lot depends on the flight arrangements. They are only luke warm. Self Assured, Spankem and South Coast Arden are entered for the pacing series, but other trainers may not.