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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1973
Page
11
A chaotic racing page lists numerous races with tangled entries and odds. It mentions events at Canberra and nearby venues with lists of horses, handlers, and stakes, though many names are garbled. The text hints at a Two-Year-Old Handicap and a Winter Cup style program with multiple horses and outcomes.
The report outlines a busy Sydney racing scene with the Winter Stakes at 2400 metres and the Rosehill Handicap over 2000 metres next weekend. Jockey Ao Mulley eyes a strong ride aboard Staid, while Velstari and other contenders aim for higher honors in the Spring program. The field includes Maid and several strong chances as race conditions shape the outcome.
A faltering but powerful performance by Sumiley IAAF Secretariat saw the big red colt dethrone the former Triple Crown winner. He captured the 12 furlong Mont Stakes by a length with a late surge, as rivals including a Kentucky Derby and Preakness victor faded.
The Canberra Winter Cup field will reconvene in the Holiday Handicap over 11 metres at the ACT Jockey Club meeting at Canberra racecourse. Notables include Colomban Dard and Wack with apprentice Ray Mancell riding. Wanted Man and others feature in a crowded card with forecasts of strong interstate involvement and a late running order.
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