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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 13, 1936
Page
19
The piece previews horses Windbird The Epsom Egmont and Fair Diana as stayers in upcoming spring engagements. It notes training, form observations, and possible contenders like May Pamidveta and others, with racing context and expectations shaping bets and prospects for seasonal races.
Windbird, a long shot at 14 to 1, swooped late to beat hot favorite Kayluk at Rosehill on Saturday. The victory ends a period since a change of ownership and marks Windbird’s first win after the TOO Guineaas redemption, drawing bets from hackers despite chaotic proceedings surrounding Flying Handicap protests and rival contenders like Exmont Silver Standard Randwick middle distance winner.
In the Rosehill Handicap the race was marred by rough moves and investigations into two checks during the meeting. Maurice McCarten explained the incidents satisfactorily while backers of rivals Dulceo and Grand Warbler questioned outcomes as several horses faced interference and disputed calls.
A fragmented sports note reports a race where skilled riding prevailed in a tense finish. Names and places are garbled, but the outcome highlights a decisive victory by a rider amid a crowded field and shifting momentum.
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