03 Apr 1918
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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 03, 1918
Page
1
A noisy opening day at Randwick and Melbourne venues saw large crowds watch races with significant betting volumes. The program featured notable performances, payouts, and the impact of wind and weather on pacing, while several horses and jockeys drew attention for future meetings and potential form shifts.
Dame Acre wins the Dane Mile at Rosehill amid fierce competition. Jockey plans changed with Dempsey and Maher both considered for the mount. The race features Panacee and Poitrina among contenders, Dame Acre delivering a decisive late surge and securing the lucrative prize.
Desert Gold wins the opening Randwick race amid strong public interest as she prepared for the Australian Stakes. The field remains closely contested with Gadabout and Lan Vine among the notable challengers, while Desert Gold maintains a clear lead through the final furlongs.
In a muddy Derby style race at ASC Derby, Prince Viridis edged Browsetourde and Vittoria Deroy Prince Virus to claim victory amid heavy interference. Beonirett and Wy the Vike St Leger Prime Vieni also challenged, with multiple crossings and disputed lines shaping the finish.
In a packed Melbourne race day Outlook led most of the way to beat Red Fox and Woorawa in the Sires Produce Stakes with Palm Leaf and Princess Lucy close. The colt’s decisive dash in the final furlong sealed a profitable win for owners and backers, as Outlook extended a string of strong performances including a notable Ascot Vale Stakes showing.
Dame Acre, favored to win, beat Cetigne by a neck in the feature mile handikap. Cadabout and Westcourt pressed hard, with Prince Viridis delivering a strong performance despite tough competition. The race showcased Dame Acre’s form as she lowered the previous odds and drew clear in the stretch.
A record Easter Monday attendance of about 65 000 filled Randwick as fast slate racing and pleasant weather attracted unprecedented betting and a bustling crowd. Bookmakers set lively odds across Flying Handicap, Sydney Cup, and First Steeplechase, with strong turnover and keen public interest shaping a day of brisk wagering and high demand for top runners.
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