15 Aug 1940
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 15, 1940
Page
1
In a tense finish Highborn breaks clear late to win a midweek middle distance event. Magsman and Court Gossip battled for places as Gold Pan faded while Liege Maid and Alan Verde trailed, with 961 tickets totaling £240 5s 0d.
In a tight finish El Valor faced Toy Time and Spargo as Irak challenged late. Spargo edged Trek by a neck with Toy Time a similar margin further back, while Len McCann guides Irak toward a big day as Basare and Pride trailed in a crowded stretch.
Jim Munro and Darby aboard Tel Asur win by three lengths over Shot Gun at Westerfield in the five furlongs. Recent form remains mixed as Tel Asur outpaced early rivals to secure the win while nearby rivals Reception and Tartanus faded. Prairie Chief and Matador also trailed in a competitive field.
A muddy Kensington trial yesterday saw notable horses amid wide finishes. The phrase clinker described the outcome as uncertain with Amin leading near the finish while Brien hawg and Randwince racked up scores in the close race.
Sydney, recently sold for around two hundred guineas to Christey-Hush, nets a clear victory in the Trial Stakes. Darby Munro rides during a late overweight declaration and pushes hard on the rails, scoring a dramatic triumph that showcases Christey-Hush’s buying power.
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