24 Mar 1934
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 24, 1934
Page
1
Rogilla receives 10 lbs extra for the Doncaster and Chatham is tipped to fare well on 10 lbs better terms. The piece notes Rogilla’s proven ability to overcome handicaps and Chatham’s fitness, with Doncaster ride details and multiple horses discussed including Silver Scorn and Jacko.
At Warwick Farm on Saturday the Chipping Norton Stakes and Liverpool Handicap head a day with £ 400 and £ 500 added money in the Autumn Cup. The total added money reaches £ 2500. Hittingham placed fourth in the Railway but is not up to Doncaster class. Dame Moab recovers steadily after her Melbourne accident.
The horse Djojka caused chatter before his Rosehill run last Saturday. He trailed by several lengths into the bend but surged in the final furlong to bid for victory, proving himself a bold sprinter to watch.
The report highlights Lightning March winning at Victoria Park over a mile and hints at strong contenders like Leila Vale and Care Free. It notes HAT A great little horse Bill Wedgewood placing second in the Railway Handicap, and mentions Rosehill and Randwick form shaping Doncaster prospects.
The 1934 Sydney Cup battle shapes as a drab affair with top horses like Peter Paula Kuvera and Hall Mark choosing the King's Cup over the Sydney Cup. Owners fear heartbreak as only one can win His Majesty's trophy while the Sydney Cup prize money lures few stars this year.
Moorefield Club director Moorefield aims to refresh programmes with unusual events. The upcoming programme will feature maiden two year-old races divided into colt and gelding versus fillies, a format already seen in Melbourne and Moonee Valley.
Ack Shaw, known as a bold bettor, backed his conviction with cash. At Kembla last Tuesday he stood Sir Merriwee for 200 pounds, forcing Jack to bear much chaff when the horse bobbed up.
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