SPORTING.

Globe, Volume XX, Issue 1474, 6 November 1878, Page 3

SPORTING.

CANTERBURY METROPOLITAN MEETING. Second Day—Wednesday, November 6. The weather for the second day’s racing was more enjoyable than that of yesterday being far cooler. At an early hour the express train from Dunedin reached Christchurch loaded with visitors for the show and races, and road and rail was very largely patronised, the attendance on the course being equal to that on second days in former years. His Excellency the Governor attended by Lord H. Phipps and Captain Le Patourel, A.D.C., arrived shortly before the first race, and was conducted by the stewards to the portion of the stand set apart for him. The Cup day is par excellence the ladies’ day, and they mustered in strong force, both on the stand and in carriages on the course. An omission this year appears to have been made by the C. J.C. in that no band has been provided—a a want which we hope will bo remedied at future Metropolitans, The lawn was fairly patronised during the day, though, perhaps, not to the extent that obtains in other cities, yet some very handsome costumes were observable.

Mr Messenger again catered for the luncheon, and his efforts in this direction were tho most successful we have had for many years past. The various amusements, which have now become so thoroughly familiar to visitors at the Metrop. as not to need description, were again in full swing, and all appeared to be doing well. The railway officials worked most assiduously and successfully in the task of conveying the very large number of visitors, and the way in which this was done, without a single hitch occurring, reflects great credit on all the officers of the department. The small but most efficient staff of telegraph operators, under Mr Meddings, who were on the ground, worked exceedingly hard during the day to get rid of the accumulation of messages which poured in on them at the close of each race. Sport commenced with commendable punctuality with the Maiden Plate, for which five candidates were colored on tho card ; of these Mr Redwood’s gelding Pinfire was most fancied, though tho black and gold representative, Nemo, carried a good bit of money. The Yaldhurst representative and Mr Redwood’s second string, Rama, were scratched, leaving the race to Nemo, Pinfire, and Dundee. Nemo was made a warm favorite, and justified this confidence by winning by three lengths from Pinfire, Dundee being outpaced. Maiden Plate, of 100 sovs., added to a sweepstakes of 10 sovs. each. Second horse to save his stake. For all horses that have never won a sweepstakes or plate of the value of 25 sovs. previous to entry. The winner of the Derby to carry 7ib penalty. Weight for ago. One mile and a half. Mr W. Mallock’s b c Nemo, 3 yrs, 7st 41b (Clifford) 1 Mr H- Redwood’s ch g Pinfire, 4 yrs, 9st (Matthews) 2 Mr Farmer’s b c Dundee, 3 yrs, 7st 41b (T. Clark) 3 Belting—Even money on Pinfire and Nemo, 3 to 1 against Dundee. Mr Campbell, after one attempt, got the lob away to a splendid start, Nemo at once asouming charge of affairs, with Pinfire and Dundee close up. In this order they ran to Ford’s, Pinfire taking the lead once or twice, but having to relinquish it again after a few strides. At Ford’s Dundee made an effort to get on terms with his leaders, but failed, and Pinfire once more got a lead for a short time. At the turn Nemo still led, with Pinfire and Dundee close up, in fact running together, Nemo not being ridden. At tho rails Dundee and Pinfire were under the whip, and the latter got tho lead. Clifford shook up Nemo, however, and shot ahead, winning by about three lengths, Dundee four lengths behind. Time—2min. 48.lscc. As tho Cup is generally considered the blue ribbon of the meeting, tho various competitors were eagerly scanned as they made their toilet sin 1 lie paddock. Tho grand colt Natalor was greatly admired, and justly so, as he looked tho perfect gentleman ho is, and fit to go for anything. The old horse Templeton stripped well, and his admirers pinned their faith resolutely to him, whilst, the Hook ■was in demand. York was thought by somo to have an outside show. King Quail was quite out of phcc in such company, and could hardly have been expected to have the ghost of a show. The race turned out to be one of the best ran here, and tho victory fell to Mr Ray’s little Templeton, who was cheered again and again on coming to scale. York ran a good horse, and made the pace very merry while it lasted, and the Hook and Natator also ran well. Ariel not psuch of a show.

Canterbury Cur of 500 sovs, added to a sweepstakes of 20 sovs; second horse to receive 50 sovs from the stake ; third horse to save his stake. Two and a-quarter miles.

Mr B. Ray’s b h Templeton, aged—Traducer—Belle of the Isle, 9.-t 91b (R. Ray) 1 Mr D. O’Brien’s b g Fishhook, aged, 9st 91b (D. O’Brien’s) 2 Mr Redwood’s ch c Natator, 3 yrs, 7st lib (Clifford) 3 Mr Redwood’s ch c York, 3 yrs, Tat 11b (McConkey) 4 Mr Redwood’s b h Ariel, aged, 9st 9lb (F. Matthews) 0 Mr Horsfall’s br c King Quail, 3 yrs, Tat lib (Nicholls) 0 Betting—s to 1 Templeton, even money Fishhook, 2 to 1 Natator, 10 to 1 the rest. After a little fiddling at the post, Mr Campbell despatched the lot on their journey to a splendid start, except as regards King Quail, who did not get away at all kindly. York went away with the load at a very hot pace going a length in advance of the Hook, and Templeton next came Natator and Ariel and King Quail hopelessly in rear. In this order they passed the stand for the first time, all hard held. At Redwood’s York still ied with the Hook and Templeton in close attendance, Natator and Ariel forming the next divison with King Quail dropping still further behind. At Ford’s Ariel had done all he knew. Natator here made an effort, but only held with the leader a short time. Coming into the straight York cried a go, and old Bob began to draw up. At the rails Templeton and the Hook drew away from the rest, and a grand race ensued into the straight. Natator made an effort, which was not persevered in, and then came the tug of war. From all sides arose the cry of “Templeton wins,” and was answered by counter cries of “ The Hook wins.” Gradually, but surely, old Bob lifted his game little horse, and despite Davis’s efforts, landed him the winner of the Cup of 1878 by about two lengths, Fishhook second, Natator third, York fourth, the rest beaten off. Time, 4min, llsec. Spring Steeplechase Handicap of 150 sovs, added to a sweepstakes of 5 sovs each for acceptors; second horse to receive 10 sovs from the stake. Nomination, 5 sovs. each to go to the funds. About three miles, over such country as the stewards may direct. For the Steeplechase seven were colored, but TeWhetu retired. The Agent carried most money, and justified this confidence by winning easily at the finish. The Agent was the favorite in this. Eversley led all the way, with The Agent in close attendance until the straight was reached, when The Agent came away and won by two lengths, Ivanhoe a good third. Mr A Devery’s ch g The Agent, 5 yrs, 12st 31b (W. Hankins) 1 Mr H. Prince’s ch g Eversley, aged, 12st (A. Lyford) 2 Mr E. Chamberlain’s b g Ivanhoe, aged, 12st (Goodman) 3 Mr F. Brittan’s br g Royalty, aged, list Tib (T. Lyford) 0 Mr W. F. Neilson’s br g Moose, aged, list 21b (Matthews) 0 Mr W. F. Neilson’s ch g The Lad, 4 yrs, list (O’fteill) 0 Betting 6 to 4 on the field, Agent for choice. Tradesmen’s Handicap of 100 sovs, added to a sweepstakes of 5 sovs each for acceptors. Nomination, 3 sovs., to go to the fund. One mile. Mr J. W. Mallock’a b c Foul Play, 4 yrs, Bst 21b 1 Mr J- Gilligan’s ch h Danebury, 5 yrs, 9 st 2 Mr W. F. Ncilson’s ch f Luna, 4 yrs, 7 st 71b 3 MrR. Ray’s b m Maritana, aged, 7st 71b... 0 The following table exhibits the Derby winners from 1860 to date :

VICTORIA RACING CLUB’S SPRING MEETING. Second Day—Tuesday, Nov. 5. (’ey submaeine cable.] Melboubnb, Nov. 5. The weather to-day was fine, and there was an immense attendance on the lawn and all parts of the course. His Excellency the Governor and party were among those present. Maiden Plate —A sweepstakes of 10 sovs. each, h. ft., with 201) added. For three-year-olds and upwards. Weight for age. One mile and a half. Mr F. C. Goyder’s b h Sussex, 4 yrs. Cowane ... ... ... ••• ... 1 Mr T. H. Ivory’s br h Andover, 4 yrs, ... 2 Mr A. Chirnside’s b c Zambesi, 3 yrs, King of Clubs—Saucepan _ 3 The race was won by a head. Time, 2min. 43]sec. A protest was entered against Sussex, and the race was awarded to Andover. Railway Stakes, a sweepstake of 5 sovs each, with 100 added. For three year old■> and upwards. VS eight for age. Winner of any race (not a handicap) of the value of 100 sovs to carry 71b extra; of two or more such races, 141 b extra. One mile and a quarter. Mr W. B. Petty’s ch h The Vagabond, 5 yrs 1 Mr F. Long’s b c Monarque, 3 yrs, Irish King—Etoile du Boir 2 Mr E. Drcwitt’s b f Nerissa, 3 yrs, Hcrcales —Jessica - 3 This event was won by half a head. Time —2min. 12secs. Kensington Stakes, a sweepstakes of 10 sovs each, h. ft., with 200 added. For two years old—colls, Bst 51b ; fillies, Bst. Tho winner to be sold for 300 sovs. Five furlongs. (No selling allowances.) Mr W. Forrester’s bl c Gipsy Cooper, Barbarian—Gipsy Girl 1 Mr J. Trimble’s b c Baronet, Lord of Lynne —Miss Pitsford 2 Mr F. Jcnkin’s ch c Buccaneer, Talk-’o-the-Hill —Pirate’s Daughter ... 3 Won easily. Time—lmin. 8, secs. Melbourne Cur, a handicap sweepstakes of 20 sovs each, 10 ft., or 5 if declared, with 500 added. The winner of any handicap race of the value of 200 sovs after the declaration of the weights to carry 51b. extra ; of two or more such races 81b. extra ; of any such race of the value of 100 sovs 31b. extra; of two or more such rae;-s, 51b. extra Tho second horse to receive 50 sovs, and the third 20 sovs, out of the stake. Two miles. (100 subs.) Mr DcMcstrc’s b h falamia, 5 yrs, Maribyruong —Luna, Bst 21b ... ... ... 1 Mr C. James’ br g Tom Kirk, aged, Lady Kirk—Spar, 7st 31b 2 Mr J. Beeves’ br h Waxy, 0 yrs, CroaghPatrick —Leila, fist 1 lib ... ... ... 3 Rapidity led for a mile and a half, when Calamia ran to the front and won by two lengths easily. Time, B rin. 35j*see. Thirty ran, and the race was a good one, but Melita and Firobell were nowhere. Chester ran against a post and broke his jockey’s log. The Darling Stakes, a sweep-takes of 5 sovs each, with 100 added. For three-year-old and upwards. Weight for ago. One mile and a half. The winner to be sold for 200 sovs. (N'o selling allowances.) Mr A. K. Finlay’s b c Jack o’-Lantern, 3yrs 1 Hon. J. White's b c Soothsayer, 3 yrs ... 2 Tims— 2min, Usees,

Year. Subs. Owner. Winner. Sire. Rider. Time. 1860 W. H. Harris Ada St. Aubyn R. Ray not taken 1861 0. Redwood Otto Sir Hercules J. Ellis Sunn. 1862 Mallock Emmeline Sleight of Hand R. Maine 2min. 58sec. 1863 Lance Azucena Towton East 2min. 58sec. 1861 E. Stafford Opera 11 Barbiere D.Jones 1865 Lance Egremont Velocity J. Carter 3min. 12scc. 1866 Lance Nebula Pacific Bateman 2min. 54sec. 1867 Mallock Scandal Traducer Carter 2min. 56sec. 1868 Barnard Flying Jib Leotard Storey w.o. I860 H. Redwood Manuka Peer Mahoney 2min. 50sec. 1870 N osworthy Envy Traducer Richards 2miu. 59sec. 1871 Hunter Defamation Traducer R. Ray 2min. 49sec. 1872 25 Nosworthy Calumny Traducer R. Ray 2miu. 47sec. 1873 27 H. Redwood Papapa Ravensworth Mason 2miu. 46sec, 1874 42 P. Campbell Tadmor Caledon R. Ray 2min. 53sec. 1875 36 P. Campbell Daniel O’Rourke Sledmere R. Ray 2min SS^sec 1876 26 H. Redwood Songster Towton A. Lyford 2min 55isec 1877 36 G. Fraser Trump Card Traducer H. Fuller 2miu. 47sec. 1878 W. P. Neilson Natator Traducer R. Dcrrett 2miu. 46sec.