03 Aug 1944
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 03, 1944
Page
1
A cryptic note describes a Spitfire event where a race covered a mile track with riders and engines amid a murky Tuesday context, mentioning burns and a hurried finish. It hints at an uncertain outcome and unresolved details from the event.
Castle Frontenac is the standout stayer in the field for the Ascot T C Handicap with strong recent form including a win in the V P Winter Cup. Active Service, Orderly and Chatham's Choice are noted as main rivals while several others show mixed form for the 14 furlongs battle at Randwick.
Deep Sky shows improver potential after a strong Randwick second and leads the selection. Skip Bomber is a main danger with recent sharp work and a third place up here. Weitere runners include Commander Abydos Peter's Pence and Prince Kooree, with results uncertain and multiple longshots noted.
Reports from Randwick and morning trials highlight Deep Sky as a leading contender after a fast seven furlongs with Tidal Wave. Glendower shows fit condition and strong form for the Welter Handicap. Merrimba and Vermeil also show sharp morning work suggesting chances in their respective events.
The feature listing Rosehill winners Welter Merrimba Glendower Air Link Chinook Streamford Cadger and three year olds Gay Monarch Flying High Flight John Halifax Grand Prodige Nobleman Ascot Castle Frontenac and others. Trainers praise FLYING HANDICAP contenders with Manday Sons Hautenn Gay King John Halifax Milania Moorefield Castle Frontenac Active Service and Grand Perodige all noted for strong workouts and strong chances Saturday.
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