14 Nov 1917
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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 14, 1917
Page
1
The Melbourne scene features horses trained in New South Wales and Victoria. Wallace Tsinga and Cetigne show strong form as favorites with wins at Flemington and near records. The discussion notes the challenge of Desert Child and a potential Australian Cup impact, reflecting mixed results and rising expectations for the season.
The report reviews events in Flemington crowds and weather, noting attendance near 60,008 for Cup day and detailing race outcomes. It highlights performances by horses including Nor, St Mira, Macadan, Red Rok, Que Sara, and others, with trainer and jockey actions, bets, and market impressions shaping the day's results.
The Derby winner Biplane again impressed at Flemington, extending his lead and lowering the mile record on a rainless track. Trainer McCain notes slight hoof trouble but praises Biplane’s pace and staying power, while Whitefield challenges him in a Linlithgow Stakes tilt and Desert Gold looms as a future rival.
A garbled recap from Flemington hints at horse racing chatter including names like Taine, Wallace, and The Time. Reported results mention weight changes and stakes performances with mentions of The Place-getters and Coburg Blakes, though many details are obscured.
The article reviews spring form of young thoroughbreds in Melbourne racing circles. It highlights Sweet Lady as a leading filly, assessments of Tragic Star and Outlook, and mentions several horses and stables shaping preparations for upcoming autumn and spring events, with focus on Derby prospects and Cup season impact.
Jockey Lillyman faced disqualification after Promised Land interfered with Varicoa in the straight of the Granite Stakes at Rosell. The inquiry adjourned to Monday with warnings to the trainer Casey and ongoing scrutiny of the jockey’s future participation.
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