Christmas Racing Carnival Opens With Derby and Perth Cup
The Western Australian carnival launches on Friday December 2 with the Derby and Karrakalla Plate, followed by Railway Stakes on Monday and the Perth Cup on Thursday January 1 1931, finishing with Imperial Handicap on Saturday January 3. Races are timed for early afternoon starts and feature strong fields, with betting and form notes on contenders for each event.
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Unlucky Betty Borneo Fails To Score In Local Races
Local racing wrap notes Alto Child driven by J Simmons failing to place in a tight finish behind Betty Borneo. Meryl Ray driven by J Andrews and Fawn Childe, each figures in two events, with Gosper’s mare showing a strong handicap effort. Betty Hook wins the Bassen dean Handicap in a fast late surge, while crowded scenes and interference mark several races on Saturday night.
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Treat A Trimmer Wins Wide Open Welter at Racecourse
Chrysophris started favourite for the Welter at three seconds with strong backing for Treat Columbus Smokebush and Gloamas. Treat led for six furlongs but faltered in the straight as Pom surged to an easy victory amid support for the other well-backed runners.
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Race Preview Notes Forty Four Two Year Olds Set for Five Furlongs
In a Kirrakatta preview a trainer notes at least 44 two year olds remain for a five furlong race. He predicts many will drop out when final acceptances are due as the event narrows.
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Shining Colours
Railway Stakes Contenders Eyeing Likely Winners
KallonI, Kongoni and Bravado figure strongly alongside Treat Cerimon Dawn of Youth and Caparison in a wide field. Begarillo Koorathella also attract support as trainers weigh form, weights and recent performances for the mile event.
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Dawn of Youth
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Another veteran bobs up in Maylands Handicap
An aged Granite charged forward in the Maylands Handicap amid cheers from bookmakers and backers with £19 10s on five shillings tickets. The scene followed the recent moves of Craboon Goodil Rock Mac and other Methuselahs, delighting some spectators.
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Selection Fragments Hint at Names and Comparisons
Fragmentary text mentions CAPARISON and KONGONI with KALLONI, suggesting a comparison or treatment count. The readable portion lacks clear event, date, or outcome details to fully identify entities or action.
Perth Cup contenders loom over two miles
The Dimmer heads a wide field with strong form from the Ugly Men's Cup and recent wins. Knight Commander and Coolbarro are considered strong challengers, while Exceeder and Serbury should be in the frame. Outsiders include Glasgow Gyrule Tmaronded and Star Sir with 14 to 1 chance for Ductile.
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City Handicap: Adaonaldson Leads In Close Sprint Card
Two fast beginners Princess Ribbons and Adonaldson shape this event with likely winner Alfred Donaldson’s son a strong contender. Alice May heads front, John Pointer needs early move. Desert Bells may lack distance. Nelson McCormack and Little Edna show form. Sheik not out but must run fast. Selections Adonal dson Princess Ribbons Alice May Nelson McCormack.
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W A Trotting Cup Heat Handicaps Listed
Those engaged in the first heat with handicaps include Nanwi King ser Arthur Royal ser Larimda ser Red Derby ser Spotlight ser Canton ser Desert Bells 12 Little Edna 12 Betty Hook 18 Trust Me 24 Taraire 36 Sheik 78. This race possesses a very anxious front.
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Red Derby
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Dillon Huon Heads A Field In Stormy Two Mile Pace
The list shows Dillon Huon as the leading chance with a powerful finish expected to shape the two mile event. Bar Bells and Maori Fuller also figure prominently with reliable form and strong bursts. Other contenders include Angel Bells Betty Borneo Mulavon and Trust Me, while Taraire Sheik and Arthwe Royal sit capable but uncertain.
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Bar Bells
Maori Fuller
Angel Bells
Betty Borneo
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Second Heat Preview: Sir Marvin and Minton Bells Lead
The field features Sir Marvin, Minton Bells, and Willowcliffe with strong chances. Tommy Dillon 12, Nelson McCormack 18, Adonaldson 24, Taurekareeka 72. Willowcliffe and Fawn Child loom behind, while McCormack rebounds and Taurekareeka underperforms. Tommy Dillon appears in peak form and favored to qualify.
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Alfred Donald
Taurekareeka
Final heat selections point to a classy field
The chatter centers on a potential two finals featuring Larimda ser Canton ser Sir Marvin ser Fawn Childe ser Tommy Dillon Betty Hook Willowcliffe Sheik 78. Tommy Dillon appears likely to win though Betty Hook could shock if in form. Betty Hook is projected as the best outsider at around 10 to 1 with Larimda and Sir Marvin also highlighted.
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Betty Hook
Larinnda
Sir Marvin
New Year Handicap Race Preview From Local Track
Wilfred lead contender under a cloud may miss the Geld start risks. Barbells speedy but unreliable on the mark. Percys Son Alice Myrtle strong local pair. Desert Bells shown great appeal for distance with Mimi and Betty Hook close behind. Red Rose Dixie Royal Big Smoke also noted.
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Desert Bells
Mimi
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