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By Michael Howard<\/p>\n

Harness racing great Gavin Lang has died, with the sport mourning the loss of a much-loved genius and gentleman.
\nGavin\u2019s fight with a rare type of lymphoma has ended at age 61, an outcome that will sadden the many family, friends and admirers that have felt his kindness and witnessed his brilliance.
\nHis passing draws to a close a career that brought delight to many among 6303 victories, second only in the sport to Chris Alford.<\/p>\n

To read the full story – Simply click on the following link and scroll through to page number eighteen (18).<\/span><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.scribd.com\/document\/458516223\/MN-2020-04-28<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

in the 28 April 2020 edition<\/span>
\n OR<\/span>
\n pick up a paper around your town.<\/span><\/p>\n

**NOW DELIVERING TO 11,000 LETTERBOXES**<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

By Michael Howard Harness racing great Gavin Lang has died, with the sport mourning the loss of a much-loved genius and gentleman. Gavin\u2019s fight with a rare type of lymphoma has ended at age 61, an outcome that will sadden the many family, friends and admirers that have felt his kindness and witnessed his brilliance. […]<\/p>\n

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