Doubt Cast On Pegs Pride Ahead Of Melbourne Cup
Serious doubt hangs over Pegs Pride after a leg injury. If the foot cannot improve within days, the NZ mare may be withdrawn from racing in Australia and return home, missing the Melbourne Cup. Trainer Joe Bromby says the horse is too valuable to risk, with a possible lancing option if the wound worsens. Meanwhile Grand Cidium faces a gruelling 11,700 metre, 31 day campaign with races to run including Caulfield Cup and Cox Plate, while Gala Supreme runs only light duties before the Cup.
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ACTTAB drops plan to convert branches to agencies
The chairman, E H McGrath, announced the board would not convert branch operations to agencies after review. He noted the move was unlikely within three years and outlined continuing branch development toward sites at Lath am Melba Fisher and Holder, with Weston Creek and Belconnen hoped to open before Christmas.
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Melba
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ACT cricket times unchanged despite daylight issues
The ACT Cricket Association rejected a proposal to start play 30 minutes later for daylight. Junior matches begin 8.30am and finish 11.30am to avoid heavy dew affecting play. The Rothmans Knockout second round sees ACT players in Manuka Oval discussions and preparation.
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Wallaby Battishall out with knee injury this week
Wallaby breakaway Bruce Battishall is ruled out for at least three days after twisting his knee at training. The late replacement for Greg Cornelius on the England Wales tour will miss the Bath match against South and South-West Counties as coach Bob Templeton weighs selection.
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England
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Bath
Wallabies open tour with Counties and MetrilTan clash
Owen Stephens strained hamstring but joined Battishall in practice as Wallabies prepare for eight match tour opener against Southant Counties and Metriltan. McGill 100 percent fit, McLean wins unofficial kicking duel. Ralston out with influenza replaced by Tony Rodgers. Rain ends, team enjoys dry ground and new leather balls improving handling and set moves.
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Jay
Queensland
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McLean
Lisy
Chris Ralston
Ralston
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England
Twickenham
Tony Rodgers
London
John Friedman
Canberra event hints at Black Opal Stakes rules
The article outlines entry rules for the Black Opal National Stakes to be held in Canberra next year. It notes eligibility in yearling and two year old classes, with deadlines for nominations and first acceptances. Trainers express confusion over requirements as entries open for a major national event in racing.
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Ron
Canberra
Trophy presentations mark 1972-73 racing season
The Southern Tablelands and South Coast Racing Association will present trophies at Queanbeyan and Nowra meetings. Leading jockey Ted Doon and top trainer Rob O’Sullivan to receive awards. leading apprentice to receive a trophy from Nowra. Another presentation planned at Queanbeyan. Canberra equine event notes include Equinox Laboratory and Dickson Pharmacy involvement. Goulburn racing venue shift to Springfield due to grass and soil issues. December fixture may move. Feature race at Queanbeyan is 600 No 2 Country Stakes over 2000m with ACT Bookmakers’ trophy on offer. Doon may ride Diamond Tip or Pickpocket. Diamond Tip faced trouble but previously won 2000m Country Stakes.
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Rob O'Sullivan
Queanhevan
Nowra and District Race Club
E. Hughes
ACT Bookmakers’ Association
Ted Coon
Conteh Beats Relle in New York Bout Despite Fatigue
Conteh defeated Relle Comteh 22 to 30 by points in New York on December 14. Officials sought a matchup with the Ali vs. Joe Frazier winner after the January 28 clash, as Conteh’s second win and fatigue shaped the bout’s outcome.
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Muhammad Ali
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Randell Favours Lock Role in Kangaroos Test Plans
Sydney second rower Be dall Randell is a candidate for the lock forward spot in the Kangaroos for the first Test against England in November. Team manager Charlie Gibson said Ran dell may be selected despite doubts over Sait after recent cautions, with selection still unsettled across wing centre and second row spots. Rogers and Goodwin show form prospects while Cronin and Starling contend for the centre pairing.
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Goodwin
Oldham
Lionel Williamson
Steve Rogers
Rogers
Mick Cronin
Geoff Starling
Bobby Fulton
PGA imposes cuts on payments to Australian players
The PGA of Australia ordered a crackdown on guaranteed payments to players in Australian tournaments starting January next year. Players accepting guarantees will not receive prize money, except for travel and accommodation costs. Sponsors wishing to pay guarantees must seek exhibition clearance from the PGA. the move threatens the Wills Masters and affects major events like the Sydney Classic.
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Qantas Open prompts Australian team decisions at Royal Queensland
The leading Australian in the Qantas Open at Royal Queensland for 1969 faces possible World Cup selection. Peter Thomson said the team for next month’s cup in Spain would be chosen on current form, with Randall Vines of Queensland also in contention. Thomson may withdraw while Bob Shearer dominated the Pro-Am earning $1,000 and aiming for the Open. Bruce Devlin will decide tomorrow whether to play as he recovers from a back injury.
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British women favored to win five nation golf tests in Sydney
Great Britain is favored to win the five nation women's golf tournament opening at Royal Sydney tomorrow with Australia as main opposition. Australian captain Helen Hawkeswood expects a tough home team despite not underestimating Britain. Jane Lock and Gayle Flynn won the national foursomes in Melbourne. Lock lost the national singles to Britain's Maisie Mooney on the 37th hole. Australia has a bye tomorrow and will use spare time for practice while final team selection is decided. Play runs tomorrow to next Wednesday with morning foursomes and afternoon singles.
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Soccer co hosts world cup third match proposal
Zurich reports a proposal from Australia and South Korea for a third World Cup playoff in West Germany next year. New York says US champion Johnny Iller and Gary Player, among the game’s greats, enter a new World Open in South Africa with the Robins Invitation XI.
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Fifa Coache
Australia
South Korea
West Germany
Johnny Iller
Gary Player
South Africa
Top Bowlers Eliminated in Australian Singles
Sydney progress shows the Australian singles champion Clive and title holder Peakacre from Mona Vale eliminated in early rounds. Leeper of Queensland defeats Graham God of Western Australia after trailing 9 17, with Charles Jackson of Victoria beating White and advancing to the City Masters.
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Eee
Australian jockey Bill Williamson to retire from racing
Veteran jockey Bill Williamson, riding in Europe since 1960, announced his retirement from the track after the English flat season ends next weekend. He cited no future plans beyond spending time with family and noted he may stay in England or return to Australia. The Times racing correspondent Michael Phillips hailed him as the finest rider to leave Australia.
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Bill Williamson
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Michael Phillips
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