27 Mar 1941
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 27, 1941
Page
1
Stewards suspended jockey Jack Hynes for two months for careless riding on Guardsman in the Berrima race. The report notes Hynes briefly rode to avoid interference, then continued with the whip as Ber rim a challenged, allowing The Winger to win in the final strides.
At Menangle on Tuesday John Mac McMenamin contested the lead as Lady Neith swept to victory over Bruce Wood in second. Wedding Belle showed strong backing from George Price stable but despite 5 to 1 odds failed to clinch early momentum. The race report notes shifting tactics as MacMenamin faced danger from St Elmo while Closer to the rails, a late move by Lady Neith sealed the result.
A Rome grower reports strong yields and expanding markets this season. The operation highlights increased output, with shipments to regional buyers and growing demand for fresh produce in the area.
In a tight race, Elson’s improved form failed to deliver as Merton, driven by Harry Horton and McCarten, edged Captain Gore near the line. Grand Billy rose to third with Arcadia also showing potential, while the Italian challengers faded late.
Hieron, a strong staying contender, overcame a mid race start to surge from behind entering the final furlongs. He outpaced Anpapejo and the field to win by two lengths as Hedonic and other early leaders faded, with Bandillo collapsing earlier in the race.
The event reports a disappointing performance for Masterpiece in a Fiat F Race. Details are unclear due to fragmented text but the print notes a weak showing and potential concerns for the entrant.
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