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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1922
Page
10
A乱 text fragment details horses Loyal Irish New Zealander Fleuriste Polytheist and others, with discussion of Caulfield Cup form and likely runners for Epsom Handicap and Tattersalls meeting. Mentions Melbourne and Sydney connections, trainers Lewes and Warden, and performance notes on several mares and geldings.
Revenue from admission fees at Randwick racecourse rose to a record 156 076 pounds for 1921 22, surpassing prior years. The figure reflects gross intake before federal entertainment tax and includes tiered pricing amid a busy season, with officials noting higher attendance and increased on track spending.
The piece reviews Theory as a contender for the Epsom Derby, noting a long drought since a three year old last won. It cites Rosebul and Megaphone as other horses of note, mentions trainers and past race performances, and weighs Theory against stronger rivals while acknowledging mixed signals from recent form and stable position.
Beauford and Gloaming are favored to meet in the Chelmsford Stakes at Taft’s meeting with both horses in strong form. Beauford impressed in a mile and a quarter gallop, while Gloaming, noted for fast late work, is expected to run well in both the Chelmsford Stakes and Hill Stakes. The market favored Gloaming, but Beauford’s Rendwick victories keep him a serious challenger.
A chaotic OCR summary notes Fairy Bob and Metropolitan competing at a spring meeting in RaNdwick with mentions of prizes, times, and other horses like Prince, Gemandous and Hansey. The text references 2:51 and 4:10 times, Exhi events, and possible bets.
Yonde Derby colt Bright Maid won easily in Melbourne's principal jumping events, with Mountain God placing third. Rider changes and betting shifts affected outcomes, while veterans like Reid and Webster delivered notable performances despite topweights and prior disappointments.
At Rosehill, horses listed for the upcoming meeting include Spear in hurdles and Mountclair, Maiden Handicap with Montclair and Mountain Lad among three year olds. Brisk betting lines show Keen interest in Kelowl Carlingford Mile and Battleaxe in major events with likeliest contenders Paganink Sandwyns and Loyal British entry also noted.
The report details Totalisator Money of £1,261,633 with Government tax of £183,225 and Added Money of £111,200 for the year ended July. It notes improvements at the course including embankment extensions, turfing the magpie track, and new start arrangements for furlongs. Also mentions property acquisition on Solomon Estate and enhanced racing district facilities.
The article reviews betting markets for Easter Week including the Melbourne and Caulfield Cup handcaps. It lists favored horses and weights such as Rostrum and Prince Lana with various entries from bookmakers. References to Metropolis Metropolitan and prominent horses appear amid betting discussions and market expectations.
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