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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1926
Page
13
In a crowded Victoria Park program the standout Tiny's Court faltered early, leaving the hot favorite far back as Majestys Lady and Belle Isle led mixed fields. Currawong and Veen impressed in the semis while Belle Isle's cautious break produced a tense two divisions with several longshots and near misses.
Rosebery selections highlight Prince Bruce likely to rebound in 14.2 Handicap with 19 races today. Gentle Touch looms in 14.0 handicap second division while Annie Milner and Mise Cardon threaten, and Frnnes Offa shows potential after a strong Ascot win.
Joge Girl returns to form at Reasiteum finishing strongly to win by a length over Peyston with Cul loge in third. The event featured 15 runners and carried betting tension, as Winter and Ale munter contested closely in the handicap divisions amid a day of varied outcomes.
In a feature at Ascot on Wednesday Prince Om caused a shock by overtaking the favorites to win from a strong field. Swiftepear finished second with Lord Chipilly third as Loud Pop led from start to finish, securing a two-length victory over Little Tea.
The report lists multiple horseracing measurements and names of horses and people associated with the AFL noted additions and re measurements including weights like 14.0 and 14.5 and venues such as Victoria Park and Kensington. Names include Tripod Pan Craven and Random Shot with various owners and locations across venues. The text documents entries and weights for horses and mentions several stalls and minor details.
Enurhey clears at 5 pm for the Victoria Park J C meeting scheduled for Wednesday December 72. Officials urge attendance and note the event will discuss park improvements and local activities.
Victoria Park Racing Club announces a race card for Wednesday December 22 1926 with events including Ja Handicaps 210 4 furlongs Flying Handicap 142 Maiden Handicap 2160 furlongs Approved Stakes 160 4 furlongs Maiden Handicap 160 furlongs Christmas Handicap 3906 seven furlongs Entries close 5 p m tomorrow for further particulars see programme W DOMUHOR Secretary.
At Victoria Park, C Rokijer dominated with two victories and a second place from his stable in another event. Grand Style and Zona Pronto led the backers, while Rokker’s team also featured Rock Allen and Amy Pron in various races. The program highlighted the strong performance of Zona Pronto and a notable display by Amy Pron, with overall tight finishes across the card.
A fragmented report details Moorree Racing Club events on December 29 and 30 1926. It lists multiple handicap races including Maiden Randicap First Welter and Clairmore Handicap with varied distances and prize money and notes entry and nomination procedures for the two day meeting.
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