Bruce McHugh started his career at Bulli, Hawkesbury and Penrith trots, fielding on away meetings.
In Part 2 Bruce recalls his introduction to Kerry Packer. He took a wager from Packer when another bookie declined.
He talks of Kerry’s visits to the big Randwick carnivals and the volume of his betting.
He remembers the occasion when he had to put a limit on the world’s biggest punter.
Bruce reflects on Packer’s approach to gambling.
He goes on to talk of his days on the Committee of the Sydney Turf Club and his three years as Chairman.
Bruce is happy to reflect on the impact of Kerry Packer’s betting on his own future.
(Banner image - Bruce McHugh was a chip off the old block. Pictured here with his bookmaker Dad the late Bill McHugh.)
Bruce McHugh at the time of his legendary battles with Kerry Packer.