EPSOM ACTIVITIES

Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 668, 21 May 1929, Page 12

EPSOM ACTIVITIES

BRISK WEEK-END

After waiting patiently all the week trainers on Saturday were able to get in some solid work on the training track at Alexandra Park, The rain experienced of late has kept the horses confined to the sand track, where nothing more serious than jogging is indulged

When it was discovered that the clar circuit was open at the week-end trainers made the most of the opportunity, but the footing provided was hea\*y and uneven, and while several Avere geared up and given strong work, any attempts at speed production were over short courses.

A Strong Hand J. Shaw was one of the first to put in an appearance with his team, which included Torpedo Huon. Warplane,

Carmel, Arachne. Native Prince. Benefice, Triumph-Liberty Bell colt, and Stoney. All the horses are looking in splendid condition. gi\ ing evidence of the great care and attention bestowed upon them. The Avell-bleached grey from over the Tasman has picked up wonderfully well in condition since coming to Auckland. Increasing the Team Another large team present was that of A. J. Julian, who. in addition to to his pair of favourites. Medusa and Rolfo Audubon, has Rose Bingen, Special Bell, Jewel Pointer. Explosion and Great Ballin under his charge. “Tartar’s” string is bright and healthy, and reflecting the attention they have been receiving. Jewel Pointer is taking on his business-like shape again, but it may be some time before he strikes his best form. Gold Jacket Is O.K. L. McMahon had a full hand present with Gold Jacket, Hohoro, Princess Betty, a Gold Bell maiden, and the Matchlight two-year-old. The latter, who is growing steadily, if slowly, was geared up, and without being asked to show anything in the speed line, moved along pleasingly. The quintet is in nice condition, Gold Jacket, in particular, looking as bright as a new coin, and he promises to be ready for the June fixture. In Good Trim A. Richardson gave Napland a good rally over several circuits and the square-gaiter acquitted himself creditably. The Petereta gelding is nice and muscular and shows the beneficial iniluence of the hill work that has been his portion during the unseasonable weather. Napland will be in good order for H. Kinniraont when he steps into the sulky on race day. Rose Bingen Shapes Well Another straight-out trotter to put an appreciable amount of dash into her work was Rose Bingen, and while her driver was not looking to put up anything in the nature of time, the daughter of Nelson Bingen gave a sound display. If “Tartar” succeeds in getting Rose Bingen back to form for the Auckland meeting she will give a lot of cheek to the opposition. Bill Kerr has Nelson McCormack in good shape, and when stepped out briskly over a mile with Torpedo Huon, he showed a good bit of dash, and a bold front. The heavy track was telling on Nelson McCormack at the finish, and Torpedo Huon, who is a real stayer, was doing it better over the final furlong. J. Shaw will have the latter ready for the fight next month. Ready to Tune Up

Native Prince. Avith Claude Fairman in the seat of the sulky, was worked free-legged. He Avent with Torpedo Huon and Nelson McCormack from the mil© post, and was pacing attractively till h© left his feet at the entrance to the straight to finish well back. The Native King horse is looking the part of the real racehorse, and seems in the right shape 'for tuning up. A Lazy Worker When Warplane and Benefice hopped away at the mile post the few spectators expected to see a rousing go, but the Man o’ War pacer was in lazy \ - ein and Benefice, doing it nicely for reinsman Shaw, came home on her lonesome. Roy Low then procured a persuader and Warplane was dispatched for another circuit, and while h© flicked his tail at each flick of the whalebone, the black gelding showed a fine turn of speed. Can Betty Come Back Togo Lee is keeping Betty Moko and Nelson Dillon going along steadily, and both are in good trim. The Peter Moko trotting mare appears to be moving around AA’ith more enthusiasm in her work, and her painstaking mentor is hopeful of having her ready to see out a two-mile journey in June. It is tAA'o years this coming winter fixture since Betty Moko put up two fine winning performances for Billy Orange, and there is no reason \j;hy she cannot repeat the effort for C. G. Lee. Reynard Looks the Goods Stan Selkirk is wisely giA’ing the Australian square-gaiter Reynard time to find his New Zealand legs before asking him to tone up. There is not a great deal of time now for the Epsom trainer to get the son of California up to concert pitch, but he if doing so well now generally that h® may be more forward toward the end of next month than many anticipate. The same mentor is educating a>wellgroAvn three-year-old half brother to Free Advice, by the American sire A 1 Mack. Deserves Success

W. Morgan is among the actives at Alexandra Park with Golden Gate an« the old trotter is enjoying his exercises. On Saturday he fairly revelled in the heavy stuff, and accomplished a useful task. W. Morgan, who has not had much luck at the business, is one of the most respected owners that visits Epsom, and all those who foil®* the fortunes of the popular pastiro® AA*ould delight to see the khaki jacket meet with success. Two old rivals, Lord Nepean (FYoung) and Master Councillor (W* Evans) worked in unison at a solid clip. The latter, who was unhoppled, entered into the task with plenty of spirit and was staying on at the finish of the bout. Master Councillor gave the impression that he appreciates being freelegged, and if he tackles his races next month in the same spirit he will have a chance of returning his patient owner a thumping gobd price. Not Staying So Well Bert Dyer has Glandore standing up to his Avork well, and the little roan pacer appears to be in the best health and spirits. While he is sho. * ing plenty of speed over short j® l - ' neys, the son of Honest Huon is n pleasing his owner-trainer over a dI ’ tance, and Bert was extremely pointed with the way Glandore clo s up in the Cambridge Cup, after bei in a handy position for the greater P®of the journey.