PLEASE NOTE: A service for Gwenda Markwell will be held by Illawarra Turf Club in the Bert Lillye Lounge at Kembla Grange Racecourse on Tuesday, 8th November 2022 commencing at midday.

Highly respected racehorse trainer Gwenda Markwell has passed away aged 61 following a battle with cancer.

John O’Shea will be striving to become the first trainer to win The Hunter-Gong double.

A Kembla Grange trained favourite and an increased capacity with restrictions relaxing is a recipe for locals to embrace Saturday’s $1 million The TAB Gong (1600m).

Consistent gelding Soldier Of Love has earned a shot at The Gong.