TROTTING

Sun (Auckland), Volume 1, Issue 28, 26 April 1927, Page 7

TROTTING

By

“ABAYDOS”

Proved Two-milers Among the number of prospective Cambridge Cup candidates who have during the present trotting season got to the end of a two-mile journey in good style and secured a share of stake money can be mentioned Goldman, Florent, Bingen Starr, Rock Hinton, Bingen King, Respect, Lord Nepean, Buz Buz, Master Councillor, Uncle Bert, Doctor Dillon, Van Rich, Scandal and Festive Moon. Prospective Two-milers There are several candidates engaged who have "done things” from eight to twelve furlongs in a manner that might be taken as an indication of being able to stay on the extra ground. In this category can be mentioned Luvan, Stanmoor, Nelson Tasker and Lady Dunmore, a quartet that might easily upset the calculations of the recognised stayers. Luvan in particular may decide to go on with the business all the way. Parkwood for Auckland At the dispersal sale of Mr. P. Riddle’s trotting horses at Christson of Whirlwood. Parkwood, was purchurch during the week-end, the solid chased by Mr. Docherty, of this district. The price paid for the pacer was 475 guineas. At the last Forbury fixture Parkwood put up two sterling performances, being second to Loganwood in the Dunedin Cup and filling a similar position behind Sea Pearl on the concluding day in the Forbury Handicap. Parkwood will be an acquisition to local light harness circles. Excellent Response The response received by the progressive Cambridge Trotting Club from owners was most liberal, and the handsome nominations are a fitting tribute to the enterprise and popularity of the country trotting organisation. Owners and trainers generally throughout the Auckland district, who found the classes suitable for the requirements of their charges, have shown their appreciation of the manner in which the Cambridge Club caters for the sport in no halfmeasures. A Good Average The number of entries received by Secretary Stopford reached the very fine total of 218 for the eight events figuring on the card, an average of 27 a race. A glance through the big list shows that quality is well represented, and as the fields are bound to be strong numerically the club can look forward to a highly successful meeting on May 7.. A Solid ntingent The c»..ef item on the interesting card, the Cambridge Cup, has drawn an entry of 25, and included in the list are some well-known performers, who are no strangers to the trotting followers in this locality. Several have already proved their ability to get over a distance, while others — noted speed exponents over a middle distance —will make an effort to show they are bred on staying as well as speed lines. Amaris Again on Active List . Amaris having made a satisfactory recovery from his recent trouble, has joined the active brigade again, and J. Shaw has hopes of getting the son of Logan Pointer ready for Cambridge next month. Mr. Moodabe’s recent purchase has been accorded a nomination in the sprint events, and if the ex-Christchurch-owned horse strikes form he will keep the opposition busy. Ready for Racing Van Rich, purchased at Hawera recently by a light harness enthusiast from this district, figures among the entrants for the Cambridge Cup and Farewell Handicap. As the son of Van Coronado and Lady Richmond has been in training for some time he should be well forward next month, in getting some return for his outlay and his new owner may not be long of £450. The Unexpected Happens Ten other starters in the Durbar Handicap at Ashburton were looked upon by the public with more favour than the ultimate winner, Nantwich, who is owned in that district by Mr. H. F. Nichol, one of the best-known supporters of trotting in New Zealand and an extensive breeder. Nantwich, as mentioned recently, has some excellent performances over shorter courses, but the public were evidently not prepared for her to display staying ability already. However, the unexpected happened, and Nantwich led a good field home, paying a fine price. A Consistent Performer Author Jinks made a bold bid to win the big race at Ashburton, and beat all but the outsider, Nantwich. who made her first good showing over a distance. Author Jinks is showing quality and consistency, and although still young at the business, is proving a worthy son of the great Author Dillon. Mickey Causes Mix-up Through colliding with a fence in the mile and a-half event for unhoppled horses, Mickey Audubon not only settled his own chances but also those of a good number of other well-fan-cied candidates. The favourite, Oval, was well placed and won easily, while Little Johnnie, who was well back, came through and secured second money, incidentally securing his supporters a remunerative figure. COMING EVENTS June 24, 25 —Hawke’s Bay J.C. June 25—Oamaru J.C. July 2.—Ashburton Country R.C. July 12, 14, 16—Wellington R.C. July 21—Waimate District Hunt Club. July 23—South Canterbury Hunt Club.