SPORTING

Hokitika Guardian, 2 November 1925, Page 3

SPORTING

[Australia & N.Z. Cable Association,

THE DERBY REVIEWED. SYDNEY November 2

Tbe “Herald” commenting on the Derby says it was no race, or perhaps it should have said there were two races. In the first out* was Manlied, tin* solo and star performer and in the second, a number of equine aristocrats endeavoured to catch Belgamba. An excellent start, and Manfred was first to find his legs. He remained in front for a mile and a quarter but then was restrained and Athelton was allowed to make tho paces. Tbe horses were in single file for about a mile two lengths separating oaclfl It was evident, with half a mile to go that the field Were not fast enough for Manfred who gave a wonderful display and although the judge said twelve lengths, it appeared to he more. Manfred was always going well within himself and equalled the course• record for the distance. In the struggle for second place most ol the entrants were under the whip, but Belgumla stayed best. Referring to tin* detent ol A\ indhag, it. says it was generally thought that a mile and a quarter was lint enough for Pillicwinkle, but the horse gave a wonderful performance and won in record time. The " Telegraph ” says not for many vears has a meeting been *-o productive of sensations, but tbe honours of the day fell to Manfred. Tlu* Derby was a one horse race. From a perfect start Manfred was the quickest to gel into his stride and led out of tbe straight. Paeeioa king not Iwing the object of the jockey, lie was steadied ■•o ihal Etheltnn might give hint a lead. At five furlongs the favourite made his run and to such a purpose that with three furlongs to go-he was four lengths in front, galloping at ease. He increased his lead with every stride until the last 100 yards, when he was allowed to slow down to half pace. The colt once again proved himself one of the greatest three-year-olds, if not tho greatest who has graced the Australian turf.