26 Jun 1907
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1907
Page
1
The note discusses a horse named Oro cAyad entering a race through Rowhill gate, debating whether the entry is a smart move or a dead end. It weighs betting angles, odds, and the potential to beat or be outclassed by rivals, urging punters to form their own judgment and noting a moderate event could be a certainty.
The piece critiques the Betting Act as it affected Canterbury Park Club during heavy rains. It denounces extended time limits and calls the act restrictive and hypocritical while defending horse racing industry interests and suburban clubs amid political criticism and parliamentary reform talk.
The rider notes Grafton Lad's solid form and bulldog drive, suggesting he could excel over two miles if stamina holds. The writer questions his suitability for long races but admits he may become a notable stayer and a pioneer for Grafton line if distance proves his strength.
At Rosehill a moist day featured a first class band playing music while several pony owners present were said to be saved. It was suggested owners wear distinguishing apparel such as a Salvation Army jersey to be readily recognized in saddling paddocks. The Sporta man notes that if owner George Gallimore had led the way the idea might have caught on, and George would not look out of place among the soldiers despite Booth's group humor.
Report details small thoroughbreds competing at Canterbury Park and Rosehill on Friday and Saturday. Blayney won the Canterbury Park Stakes with Konig second and Kopie third in the Stewards Mile. Morok astonished at Hoephill with a 20 to 1 upset victory, highlighting strong pony and policy talent.
In a tense race Morok faltered near the finish while Lady Hows surged, and a late sprint by Morok from 80 to 1 odds fell just short by a neck. The field included several heavily bucked runners as the finish neared.
The race for Roshill Granville Stokes was a rough finish with about half a dozen horses in the lead pack. A series of bumps occurred as horses crowded the rails and then veered out, leaving uncertainty over the winner due to thick rain and murky conditions. Far North’s owner protested Narva, but stewards dismissed the protest, noting Narva was clear of Far North throughout.
Fightaway, the Voyou colt, opened as a 5 to 4 favorite in the Jane Stakes at Rose Hill on Saturday but failed to show form. He balked at the start and trudged the mile, flinching from racing due to fear of falling, delivering a costly disappointment to punters who backed him heavily in greasy going. Gowrin and Mary of Argyle, among others, profited as Fightaway’s poor performance exposed the risks of betting on a top choice in bad weather.
The article reports horse trainer Collitt suffering a broken leg after a spill at Canterbury Park in a hurdle race with Visiter. It notes prior misfortunes including Sea Gold’s fall at Warwick Farm and describes Collitt’s ongoing string of bad luck and sympathy from others.
The article praises small ponies and galloways for their surprising performance at Canterbury Park Rosehill and Ascot. It highlights Blayney Morok Lady Miflette and Mary of Araujo as notable performers, notes track conditions and rain impact, and credits the Sportsman for praising Australia’s pony racing as a showcase of the continent’s horse production.
The spring handicap list for Australia’s Melbourne Cup presents a mix of contenders. Tarzan and Possidon head the field with others like Dividend, Booran, Grama, Noreen, Putty, Pius, and Cross Battery also in contention, though form and stamina remain key uncertainties as the race date nears.
The list highlights Melbourne Cup contenders also engaged in the Caulfield Cup with notes on weights and form. Names such as Poseidon, Solution, Maniopoto, Noreen, Comely, Ellis, Charles Stuart, Magskin, Grensdher, Peru, Montcalm, Fille Fogi, La Vieille, and others are noted for potential distance suitability and chances, alongside comments on form and weight implications.
The survey names many candidates for the Epsom Handicap mile event. Collarit and Maniopoto are noted, with Pink Un and Bat Apologue among likely factors. Meantime, Melodrama, Cross Battery, and others like Thabba and Duke of Melton are discussed as potential threats, with recent Randwick form shaping expectations.
In Rosehill commentary many moderates show form with Fightaway among contenders at Rendwick and Rendwick Birthday meeting. Names like Collerit Pink Gun Volume Apollo Thalaba Battery True Boat Duke of Mel Grame Mimor The Owl Montcalm Marengo Blue Book and Fightaway appear as possible rivals for the mile wealthily endowed Epsom race.
The article discusses early odds and weightings for Poseidon and other runners in the Metropolitan Stakes. It weighs Poseidon against Carbine and the field, noting dividends, long odds, and the impact of 1b and 12lb allowances. It names potential runners such as Mahutonga, Grafton Lad, Dividend, and others as likely challengers and outlines considerations for bias in comparing competitors.
The report highlights Tasmanian fighter Millwood winning a middleweight title despite a damaged right duke, praising island grit. It also recounts a San Francisco bout on April 26 in which a fighter went two rounds with a broken jaw, with Spider Kelly lauding the display as a game, brutal showcase and noting Willie Johnson’s recent form.
The Amateur Wrestling and Boxing Championships are over and the Sport Sport Club is urged to organize better footing. Amateurs from football swimming and athletic clubs should confer to secure true representation and control for Inter-State contests, including Victoria Western Australia Tasmania and Australia. The inter-State event this year is in New Zealand and the club risks censure for past handling of loaned championships and denied state representation.
A lively Gala night recounts a bruising hit at the Gaiety amid a parade of amateur athletes. Motor bus and petroleum debates spark industry chatter while Bisley trials for Australian rifle teams add regional sporting buzz. The piece notes racing wins, crowd reactions, and a shaken crowd around the Quay as life’s excitement unfolds.
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