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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1966
Page
7
At Randwick the favourite Peace Prize finished second to stablemate Copper Top in the Tellers Novice Handicap over six furlongs. A loud protest arose among punters after the race as jockeys and trainer efforts were discussed amid chaotic scenes and unclear results.
In a muddled report from Sydney on Monday at Warwick Farm the Novice Handi and Epson Handicap are described with Kambah Peace ridden by Billy Camel and Campton’s Grey Court in a tense finish. Prive and Saige Todt feature as other contenders while Peace Prize and Alpine close behind with cameras and fences noted in the chaotic narrative.
The Randwick page lists numerous race details and payouts for 1A and 2H events including Blick Watcher, Black Watch, CORINTHIAN HANDICAP, and NOVICE HANDICAP divisions. It notes wins, places, and decimals for horses such as Win, Place, and various stake prices, with several jockeys and handlers named alongside race numbers and tote figures.
The British Empire and Commonwealth Games begin in Kingston Jamaica on Friday marking the eighth edition since Hamilton Ontario launched the event in 1930. The Games trace origins to early discussions in London and Amsterdam, with England Australia New Zealand Canada and South Africa historically dominant in athletics and medals.
Mr Ted Hicks a former Sheffield Shield and international umpire was elected president of the ACT Cricket Umpires Association at its annual general meeting last week. Kong-based Staal Thocher defeated John Newcombe 34 6-3 6-1 in the final of the International tennis tournament in Baden Baden West Germany.
In a tense match at Hamburg, Tony Roche defeated John Newcombe to win the men’s singles, dominating early sets before Newcombe rallied. Graebner edged Roche in a pivotal game, then Roche closed strong with precise serving to claim the title.
The Canberra Racing Club opens the 1966-67 season this Saturday amid rising quality since the 1962 restart. Local riders like John Follington and Tony Middleton shine, while top apprentice Astle Bawden seeks rides as Sydney riders find conditions tougher in Canberra.
Race reports from Canberra discuss limited opportunities for local apprentices and rising talents like Warren Daly in Sydney. Calls rise for SDRA led lectures and improved barrier facilities to raise Canberra’s status, with talks on televised coverage and stronger training support for trainers, veterinarians, and riders.
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