Episode 130: Bruce McHugh (Part 2)

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.