Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment - 1 Racetrack Drive - East Rutherford, NJ 07073 - Call us at (201) THE-BIGM. I’ve really enjoyed it at this stage. Driver, Harness Racing, Harness Racing Podcast, John Tapp, Podcast, Sky Racing Sydney harness racing fans are familiar with Todd McCarthy’s meteoric rise in a few short years. Todd’s accomplishments Down Under included winning the 2016 Australasian Young Drivers Championship and multiple New South Wales state and metropolitan premiership driving titles. “I said to a friend of mine, a very smart judge in the game, real early in the piece, ‘You watch, this guy’s going to be a top five or six driver within 12 months.’ And he said ‘No.’ And I said, ‘You watch.’ “I’m happily surprised for him that it’s happened this quick,” Daley said. “My plan is to stay. It’s a weird time to be meeting people and making new relationships because you don’t get to see everyone’s face. “I’ve met so many people this first week, even though covid has made things a little difficult. Watching his brother Andy win four Breeders Crown trophies last October at Woodbine Mohawk Park helped convince McCarthy to do it in 2020. Really, I was probably pretty lucky in hindsight that I only got pushed back a few months.”. “I’ve got to say, since being here in America, it’s been my favorite track to race at, The Meadowlands. He’s given me pointers on what to do and not to do. © 2021 Horseman Publishing Co., Lexington KY, All Rights Reserved. It was definitely motivating for me to get over.”. For a guy who didn’t arrive until four months ago, Todd McCarthy continues to impress in harness racing’s toughest driver colony stateside. “He wouldn’t have driven more than a handful tops of young trotters before he came here. It’s been great for years,” said McCarthy. “I’ve always wanted to come, it was just a matter of time when I was going to be able to make the move,” McCarthy said. “I got to drive qualifiers [on Sept. 5 and 12] first so that was good to get a feel for the track,” he said. That isn’t something you do as a harness driver. In my eyes, I think that’s a pretty great asset to have on your side.”, Todd was fortunate enough to secure a visa that will allow him to stay in the U.S. for a few years and would be extendable if necessary. … Down Under harness driver Todd McCarthy had an outstanding two nights of racing at the Meadowlands in New Jersey over Friday and Saturday nights race meetings. “I find myself watching a lot of replays and reading a lot of programs. McCarthy, the regular driver of Ramona Hill, will talk about the filly’s chances in the upcoming Hambletonian at The Meadowlands on Saturday. Welcome to Equibase.com, your official source for horse racing results, mobile racing data, statistics as well as all other horse racing and thoroughbred racing information. Guests include Andy McCarthy, Mike Wilder, and Dave Little. “It was a good head start for me where I didn’t have to worry about going home any time soon,” Todd said. McCarthy recently relocated to North America f Down Under driver has huge weekend of racing. TODD MCCARTHY Seeking fame and fortune in the U.S. August 26, 2020 National Trotguide FROM a youngster who once preferred to be out riding motor bikes – to a prominent harness racing driver about to embark on an international career, Todd McCarthy has covered a lot of territory in the past 10 years. He has never celebrated Thanksgiving before, but the timing couldn’t be better since he truly has so much to be thankful for. Please check your entries and try again. My last couple seasons Down Under have been fantastic as far as the Grand Circuit goes, winning a lot of races. McCarthy is the younger brother of top drivers Luke and Andy McCarthy and son of highly regarded trainer John McCarthy. Luke spent part of 2009 in North America and is best remembered for driving Muscle Hill to victory in the World Trotting Derby. Anoka Hanover has been the top horse this year for driver Todd McCarthy. He was shutout on his first night at the Meadowlands, but the next night he made some noise winning four of the 13 races. He had issues; Linda Toscano told us so. McCarthy recently relocated to North America from Sydney Australia to further pursue his harness driving career. “It might sound a little corny but I love getting there especially at night time and you can see New York City in the background,” he added. 19. And Fair World Magazine :: Not bad for the expat whose first drive at the mile oval was on Sept. 11. Adjusting to new horses and new drivers are McCarthy’s biggest challenges. The 27-year-old McCarthy … “I was the top driver at Menangle Racetrack in Sydney for the last five years. Hightstown, NJ — Over the past several years, driver Todd McCarthy contemplated leaving his native Australia to continue his career in North America. The 27-year-old McCarthy continued to do good things since his arrival from Australia, winning … “And not long after, I had a few winners come with it, so it was an amazing start for me in North America.”. Todd McCarthy wins four at the Big M EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - For a guy who didn't arrive until four months ago, Todd McCarthy continues to impress in harness racing's toughest driver colony.The 27-year-old McCarthy continued to do good things since his arrival from Australia, winn McCarthy’s father, John, is a highly regarded trainer in Australia and brothers Luke and Andy are top drivers. December 8, 2017: With the eyes of the harness racing world on him this past summer, Canada's James MacDonald rose to the occasion and captured the 2017 World Driving Championship on home soil. Todd arrived Stateside at the end of August, somewhat delayed by COVID-19. Elkton, MD – Post Time with Mike and Mike is proud to announce the show’s lineup for Thursday, August 6th, 2020, at 10:30 AM. Watching his brother Andy win four Breeders Crown trophies last October at Woodbine Mohawk Park helped convince McCarthy to do it in 2020. HEADED OVERSEAS: Talented reinsman Todd McCarthy will head to Canada this week and is looking forward to driving … I’ve got a visa that allows me to stay for some time, so I’m planning on sticking around for quite a while.”. McCarthy, 27, arrived from Down Under at the end of August and has made an immediate impact racing in the States, winning 11 times from 87 starts entering action Saturday. It’s been fantastic. Find everything you need to know about horse racing at Equibase.com. Watching his brother Andy win four Breeders Crown trophies last October at Woodbine Mohawk Park helped convince McCarthy to do it in 2020. I love going there every Friday and Saturday night. Down Under harness racing driver Todd McCarthy had an outstanding two nights at the Meadowlands in New Jersey over Friday and Saturday nights race meetings. Todd McCarthy never thought he would represent Australia. McCarthy is not the first driver to come to the Meadowlands and make their presence felt, but to do it so fast may be a first. Following in Andy’s ever-growing footsteps might seem daunting, but Todd is grateful for his brother’s support. That’s been pretty cool. If you are vision impaired or have some other impairment covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to using this website, please contact raryan@playmeadowlands.com Barn changes. That sort of made me think that this is the place to be. Todd said the most important thing he’s learned about racing at the Meadowlands is patience. “Probably after the Breeders Crown last year I started putting a few plans in place to make the move. SUBSCRIBE NOW TO HARNESS RACING UPDATE FOR FREE, DOWNLOAD THE MOST RECENT EDITION OF HARNESS RACING UPDATE, Incredible timing helped Todd McCarthy have instant success at the Meadowlands. :: Andy moved to the U.S. in 2007 and has won more than 2,500 races, including August’s Hambletonian with Ramona Hill. It’s been great for years,” said McCarthy. Todd McCarthy wins four at Big M For a guy who didn’t arrive until four months ago, Todd McCarthy continues to impress in harness racing’s toughest driver colony. “For me it was pretty awesome to be there on that night. Do NOT follow this link or you will be banned from the site. For a guy who didn’t arrive until four months ago, Todd McCarthy continues to impress in harness racing’s toughest driver colony ... OBRIGADO REPEATS, FUSCO SERIES BEGINS AT FREEHOLD . Website Design by eLink Design, Inc. A Lexington Web Design Company :: Hosted by Intelliwire, LLC, An Offsite Backup Company Local Sport BATHURST native and one of New Souths Wales’ leading drivers Todd McCarthy is risking his premiership lead for an experience of a life time. Let It Ride N was sold this week but will retain Nifty Norman and Todd McCarthy will drive. “I’ve been overwhelmed by the support, that people have been willing to put me down and give me a shot,” McCarthy said. “Bet with your head, not over it.” His accomplishments Down Under included winning the 2016 Australasian Young Drivers Championship and multiple New South Wales state and metropolitan premiership driving titles. “Australia was good to me. McCarthy earned his first triumph in the U.S. in his third start and added four more victories in his next 25 races. And that’s a pretty tough ask, trotting fillies.”. “I think seeing the success that [Andy] had there was obviously a big push for me to make the move,” Todd said. “It's more for cricket and rugby league,” he says. “I was the top driver at Menangle Racetrack in Sydney for the last five years. EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – For a second straight night, harness racing driver Todd McCarthy had the hot hand, and for a second straight week, action in The Meadowlands’ 20-cent Pick-5 was huge. “I sort of started the process with my visa before corona hit and I kind of had my heart set on being able to come over this year,” Todd said. Both Brian Sears and Tim Tetrick rose to the top at the Big M quickly, but unlike McCarthy, they had been established elsewhere in the U.S. before going there. “Learning to just feel like you’ve got a little more time, sometimes,” he said. “The most amazing part of it is [Todd] really hasn’t driven young trotters before,” Daley said. TODD McCARTHY WINS 4 AT BIG M . He’s pointed me in the right direction, that’s for sure.” (Ken Weingartner/USTA), Advertising Rates & Information For: Watching his brother Andy win four Breeders Crown trophies last October at Woodbine Mohawk Park helped convince McCarthy to do it in 2020. A take-no-prisoners Todd McCarthy drive shot Kevin Pizzuto’s pacer to the lead in the early stages and with a 26.2-second third quarter and a track record smashing 1:53.9 mile rate he broke their hearts to salute in style. McCarthy, 27, arrived from Down Under at the end of August and has made an immediate impact racing in the States, winning 11 times from 87 starts entering action Saturday. Not bad for the expat whose first drive at the mile oval was on Sept. 11. “I’ve been watching for a long time, but you’ve got to be here and driving in races to really pick that up,” McCarthy said. Going into this weekend’s racing, driver Todd McCarthy sits atop the Meadowlands’ Fall Meet standings with 30 wins. And the 27 year old wasted little time in finding the winner’s circle, posting five victories in his first 28 starts.