TOOK THE HONOURS THIS MORNING

Sun (Auckland), Volume II, Issue 464, 20 September 1928, Page 8

TOOK THE HONOURS THIS MORNING

smooth effort on the part of Episode. Her trainer states that the filly has not been doing too well, but is hopeful of a few sprints livening her up for her Guineas engagement. Illingar registered a fair effort in returning 1.21 3-5 for six furlongs, the first quarter taking 26 2-5, the five 1.8, and the final half-mile 55 1-5. He is very well. The above gallops took place before breakfast, and there was a lull over a couple of hours before there was any more fast work. Then Arikitoa and Mauriaena pleased by finishing together ahead of Storm Fiend over the last four of five furlongs in 53, the first-named covering a good deal more ground. Branson Is Well The good-looking two-year-old, First Money, was accompanied by Branson in a half-mile spin, which took 53. The youngster finished half a length behind Branson, but both pleased by the manner in which they got through their task. Papatu finished ahead of Prodice and Desert Glow in a seven-furlong spin, covering the first two in a smart 25. half-mile 53 2-5, and the full journey iW 1.36. Prodice looks well for her Guineas engagement. A likely two-year-old in Supremacy, a full-brother to The Begum, hit out very impressively in an easy threefuriong flutter, taking 40 3-5, the final furlong being cut out in 13. Supremacy has size and quality, and is a very resolute galloper. Awarere's Great Burst Supposed to go six furlongs, Avva-

for his track essays have been of the highest order. His effort this morning was within keeping of his previous gallops. He was accompanied by The Fox, the pair moving smartly over the initial furlong in 12 2-5, three furlongs in 37 2-5, and the full journey in 1.19 2-5, finishing on terms. Karamu (H. Dulieu) gave a safe display over four schooling hurdles. Template (W. Rowe) negotiated two pony hurdles, and subsequently two schooling hurdles in slow fashion. Master Clements (Reid) essayed to jump four hurdles, but after taking the first in a slovenly manner, but came to grief at the second fence. Clockwork (R. Olive), Tago San (E. Garrett), Cui Bono (J. Burgess), Kyoto (McNeil), and Yum Yum (P. Chrystal), were allowed the use of the full steeplechase course, and with the exception of Yum Yum, who lost his rider on top of the hill, they managed to complete the circuit safely. Clockwork gave a pleasing exhibition, as also did Kyoto, who infused plenty of dash into his effort. The following were the gallops on the flat registered this morning: Three Furlongs Red Lion, 41 3-5. < Four Furlongs Golden Wedding and Bombarder, 50; King Emerald and Gold Money, 51 1-5; Sulla and Gay Cockade, 51 1-5; Sir Russell, 51 2-5; Huepliano, 53; Myola, 53; Lido, 53 2-5; and Master Doon, 56. Five Furlongs Hoariri, 1.5, White Fang, 1.6 2-5; Brampton and Respirator, 1.6 2-5; Lady’s Boy and Mountain Guide, 1.7 2-5; and Segment and Optimistic, 1.8 1-5. Six Furlongs. Parfait Amour, 1.18 2-5; Sir Archie 1.18 2-5; Blue Spear and The Fox, 1.19 2-5: Winsome Boy and Judge’s Box, 1.20; Eager Rose, 1.20; Lomint, 1.21 2-5; and Critique and Town Teller, 1.24. Seven Furlongs Corinax and .The Lover, 1.33; Phaola

and Killute, 1.34 1-5; Master Clements and Royal Ensign, 1.35 1-5; Llewellyn and Marble Mount, 1.37 1-5; Lucklaine, 1.37 3-5. One Mile Modest Boy, 1.55 4-5. A Round Sleepy Sol, 1.57; Bizarro, Beau Cavalier and Fair Abbey, 1.57 1-5; Rafferty, 2.0; and Pekatahi, 2.1 2-5. LATEST ARRIVALS Among the arrivals to-day was’ a strong Taranaki contingent, comprising Benzora, Vivo, Oration, Mint Leaf, Lady Quex, Blago and Waitaneliau. Avoncourt arrived back from Wanganui this morning. Yesterday’s contingent to report were Desert Glow, Prodice, Arikitoa, Air King, Flying Prince, Awarere and Papatu. Among those due to-day are Te Kara, Valkon, Te Koroke, Siaosi and Abbey Queen. SCRATCHINGS The following scratcliings were posted yesterday in connection with the Avondale Jockey Club’s Spring Meeting; Tuesday.—All engagements: Te Atiawa (12 noon), Queen Arch (5 p.m.). To-day.—Tea Time (all engagements), at 9 a.m.