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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 25, 1976
Page
6
Twilight Cup at W ignall’s event ends with a tough misfire and a trimmed lead as Wignall breaks the hill record but loses in the final dash. Rochee nips ahead after a late race crash, with Canberra drivers and Strouds among the standout performers amid wet conditions.
OYAMA Japan Sunday saw Britain's Jaynes Hunt clinch the Work racing driver's championship by a slim margin. American Matlin Ambresa Lots claimed the event, with other notable results including French and German drivers. A dramatic comeback from injured racer Bor Landa appeared to shake the standings before final placements.
In Hamilton, Dave MeIanes of Canberra wins the Hamilton Eclipse marathon with a slow time of 2 hours 18 minutes 200 seconds, finishing 400 metres ahead of Bernie Vine of Auckland. Porritt Stalion and South Canberra Athletie Club are mentioned among contenders as the field showed steady pace and strong performances.
Australia defeats Hong Kong 2-0 in the third match of their soccer tour. Abonye scored from the spot in the 35th minute after Khonmina forced a foul. A second goal came just before half time as Nyskahny finished a cross.
Royal Military College Duntroon withdraws from ACT AFL first grade after a string of poor results. Two reserve teams may continue while a revival plan considers keeping RMC in reserve grade or reentry options. The MAFL, MAFL Sub committees, and Sutherland's status are reviewed with potential six to eight team formats and a proposed intercity knockout series for 1977. The annual meeting is set for December 7 at Dickson.
Weston Creek women travel to challenge Norths Mt Husker College as both sides seek an early-season edge. Weston aims to rebound after a stumble against a stronger Norths side, while Norths look for consistency after a brighter start. The encounter also features Woden and Utrecht based prospects in a tight schedule with Cas Nelson underperforming for YMCA.
In a chaotic event at Victoria’s THOW-KNlometic trial Jonpest professional Besogko clinched the Monka title while racing, reading mid-ride. Peter Resunky secured a surprising victory in a sprint and hill climb setup, amid a fog of misprints and scattered notes from the eyeline speakers.
Queanbeyan captain John Manion starred for his side in the ACTA baseball opener against Ainslie at Jamison Oval. The match finished a gall draw after early advantage from Manion and a late rally by Ainslie. Both teams produced key hits and pitching highlights as the game swung with momentum through the innings.
Captain Gary Samuels starred for the Students with six wickets in 10 overs at ANU North Oval, steering them to a dominant 131 total. City openers Barry Woodward and Graeme Smith fell early as the Students bowled them out for 49 in the ACT first grade match. Teammates Phil Phillips and Sand Walker contributed, while NorthContinent bowler Graeme Smith and Samuels led a strong all round display.
A jumble of sports notes and race results centers on a successful homecoming for jockeys, with mentions of races at Rosehill and other venues. The report references notable riders, ticketed events, and various local athletic highlights, underscoring community interest in racing outcomes.
A garbled OCR item mentions a race of giants and names such as Melbourne Sime un and Newt Suumips. The text also references a Saturday event, possible winners, and a list of nonsensical terms and scattered proper nouns suggesting a fragmented sports or entertainment blurb with uncertain details.
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