21 Sep 1921
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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 21, 1921
Page
1
The Rosehill Spring Meeting featured Syce Knight repeating a win while Alfort showed strong form. Race details note Keen challengers, close margins, and notable performances by Syce Knight and Alfort, with analysis of other contenders and result implications for upcoming events.
A jumbled racing report discusses horses in gusty conditions, with mention of Wind, Lemoniora, and Craig among contenders. It notes weighing, pedigree detail, and expert views on staying power for the Grand Prix and Two Thousand Guineas, hinting at form and lineage battles ahead.
A historic racing write up describes a grueling event with Duke and Brachead among key contenders. It notes performances by Honey Hee and Song, mentions Derby hopes and fatigue, and reflects on pace, passes, and final standings amid uncertain outcomes.
A chaotic race report notes Fluency and Prince Sandy as ill stake contenders in Rosehill with Cygne and Violoncello among others. Observations highlight Greenstead as a strong second in a tough field, with Elmcre and Wish Wynne also considered, while Cokfenel Konut and Bulb trail observedly.
The race details a chaotic finish as Furious overtakes Braehead amid a muddy stretch and strong challengers Pelaw Main and Likybridge Neading. The field compacts down the straight with Beauford, Greenhead, and others in pursuit, delivering a sharp Melbourne harvest glow to the 1919 racing scene.
The article lauds Warwick Armstrong as the W G of Australia, praising his leadership and all round cricket on the 194 match tour. It notes his four trips to England yielding 674 runs at 40.35 and 445 wickets at 16.0, marking him among cricket’s greatest all rounders and comparing him to W G Grace and Trumper.
The report highlights Mr Mark Foy, in Sydney, planning to purchase or invest in ventures after returning from New Zealand where he earned a prominent position in boating circles. It notes his role in founding the Sydney Flying Squadron and mentions Lord Jellicoe as a celebrated yachtsman connected to Australian yacht circles.
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