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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1924
Page
10
Report of a race day featuring Backers winning and Laneffe's second Rand ck success. Attendance reported around 44,000 with total investments for the year reaching substantial figures. detailed notes on horses, heats, and performers across multiple events.
Vaedoona, ridden by Adrian Knox, claimed the main stakes win as the field closed at the finish. The race featured a tight finish with notable early leader Vaedoona pressing the pace and maintaining edge to secure the prize. Knox guided the horse to the victory amid cautious handling from rival jockeys.
Valdoona powered to a decisive victory in the Randwick Three Year-Olds Handicap with Purest and Kilkenny Lass among the early contenders. Woollahra and Temaine trailed, while Kilkenny Lass faded after a strong challenge as the field sprinted to the straight.
The article discusses a crowded and unfocused day of racing at Teandwich with various horses and jockeys referenced. Names such as Harcourt, Mella, Fieger Senay, and Rad appear amid remarks on starts, barriers, and preparation for sales. The text also mentions plans at Pleminuton and Brydney, with attention to potential winners and commentary on the start mechanisms and photography efforts.
The report covers Gleaming and Glentruin in the Waterloo Stakes at Wellington with Benalty and Elusive of Troptien noted. Caleb relays Gleaming narrowly beat Glenby, with Victore more capable than expected, and discussion on future Sydney Spring races and breeding prospects for Gleaming and related horses.
Rumors swirl as New Zealand interests visit Australia and discuss racing ties. Owners consider economic factors while Bendigo and Melbourne clubs eye sprinters. debates on travel, entries, and financials frame the upcoming season.
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