EPSOM PRELIMINARIES

Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 801, 23 October 1929, Page 13

EPSOM PRELIMINARIES

AUCKLAND CLUB’S SPRING FIXTURE

FIELDS OF QUALITY FOR SATURDAY

W L a kat °f nd Northland fixtures successfully disposed T? of, owners, trainers and the trotting-loving public will now seriously turn attention toward the Auckland Club's monster spring meeting which opens at Alexandra Park on (Labou/Day be bl ™" ht to * finish on Mondav

The form displayed at Claudelands the previous week, and again at Kensington Park on Saturday last, should give the large army of light harness fans in the Auckland province some guide as to the prospects of those who are billed to uphold the traditions and prestige of the North against the Southern invaders at Epsom. And again the racing which occurred at New* Brighton has thrown a reasonable light on the possibilities of some of the Canterbury-trained representatives capturing a stake or two during the function. Popular Fixture The October carnival of the local trotting organisation has long proved a popular fixture with the public, while the response from owners is usually on a liberal scale. On this occasion no

pomplaint having been forthcoming about the schedule, It was obvious the lists would fill well for the various events, and such has been the case. While there are not so many Southern candidates as usual figuring on the book for week-end activities, there will be sufficient powerful visiting material to make the elite and elect of Auckland and province step up to the highest mark if a good portion of the prize money is to remain in the North. The Improvers’ Handicap fully justified its inclusion on the programme and as a mark of appreciation for the club’s effort in this direction, the response both with nominations and acceptances was decidedly satisfactory. In each event there will be handy fields, and the absence of crowding, will allow punters to get busy with more confidence. Quality is a prominent feature of the lists and the public can look forward to witnessing many stirring contests on Saturday and Monday at Alexandra Park. A preliminary survey of the fields by *Abaydos’* follows: Waitemata Handicap The opening event will see the moderate square-gaiters in action over a mile and a-half journey. While there is nothing outstanding about those engaged it should provide an interesting race. Audo Spray is a fairly solid customer and may be more reliable than Lady Ena off the front, while Tamahine, if ready for the fight, will probably head them both off. The Long-bum-trained mare has not raced for some time, but she has a good one in-Rangitero at home for a try-out. Despite his severe penalty Paradigm will have to be considered, and Eva Reta can go quickly when she keeps down. Direct Action will he at home over the distance, while Peterson’s recent form should keep him in the limelight. Tamahine, Paradigm, Direct Action and Peterson will come in for support. Improvers’ Handicap There will be a. great field in the 3.36 class for improving pacers and with 14 on the end there is sure to be a scramble for positions at the turn. The draw will have a big influence in this heat, especially with the limit lot. Paroto is a smart beginner, and My Thorpe and Nathaniel can get out quickly, although they may lack vigor at the end of this distance. Mountain Princess will not disgrace herself in such society, and Salient is a useful sort. Jacky Logan will see a short Price, and on last Saturday’s form the confidence will be justified. Nel De Beau will bo bracketed with First Flight, and the pair will have a lot of friends, but mainly through the latter’s Waikato performance. If Haerenga Pai would go away correctly she would be fn the picture. Kelp and Lady Barrington are possibilities, while Wrackeen will not he friendless. Jacky Logan. F. J. Smith’s bracket, Salient, Haro to and Mountain Princess should be prominent. Spring Handicap A nice-sized field of well-performed Competitors will parade in this event, and there should be spirited speculation and a thrilling contest. Great De-

light will probably have most support the front liners, but lie will line! Jean McElwyn and Wrackler rather close to make it a pleasant situation. The former showed up in a good light °n Saturday at X'ew Brighton and she will ho all the better for the run. Krackler is a bold young pacer that promises to reach the highest stanard and ho will prove a. touph opponent for all comers on Saturday. Torpedo Muon will probably be more reliable than Dillon Huon and The Abbey, native Prince cannot bo left out of calculations. while that stood and real horse Linkman will be a thorn in the of the opposition. If he faces the starter, those in front of him will know

“ r ® a P blHj race s. Peter Bingen i'* 1 E do , ubt require a run or two before lie shows his best, and the chief T p ° le ? T be Wrackler, Linkman, Jean McElwyn and Great Delight. Parnell Handicap’ There is some promising material in tins heat, including the Derby candidate Great Parrish, who figures on the limit mark, and will give those beside 1111,1 behind him something to do if they WciTU the thick end of the purse. Belle Axworthy, if dressed in her best would trouble the Mangere crack off the , ® ame mark, while Queen Elizabeth and Warspite are both useful. Enawah will bo suited by the distance, and fiohoro will have to be respected if he repeats his Whangarei form. Ngahuia improved a lot last season and if he has done the necessary work will keep the best of the runners busy Our Xancy and Master Huia are recent winners, while Cornelian is shaping as if she is on the up grade. The public will probably look to Great Parrish Belle Axworthy, Enawah and Ngahuia to carry them through. Mountain Handicap Trotters of better calibre will step out in this two-mile event, and backers have something to do to select the dividend payers. Dipnoi has already won twice this season, Floraline was in the picture at Claudelands, while Etta Cole has been knocking repeatedly without any luck. If she goes solid on Saturday she will make amends to her admirers. On the next line is another sturdy quartet in Peter McKinney, Gold Sovereign (both recent winners), Tradesman and Bingen Star, and the

winner might easily be concealed liere. Raima is a good trotter, but he usually does better after a race or two. The Tartar is nicely placed, and Ngatira and Tiger Salve, if at their best, would bo making it very interesting before the post was reached. In a good pool Etta Cole, Gold Sovereign, Tradesman and Peter McKinney iiiay find most friends. October Handicap The merry nailers will be on deck in this event, and there are some speedy customers engaged. Warplane has the end to himself, and he will set. those behind him a merry dance. Sunfish has a win to his credit, and should be beard of despite his 12yd. penalty, while Joy Bird cannot fail to make a

bold bid for victory. If she begins at all smartly there will be some time recorded by anything that can head her off. Carmel should account for those on liis mark, and Dillon Huon is in good shape. The Shrew has not raced for some time, but All Bell is always one to cause trouble to the opposition. Last, but not least, comes Linkman, and if he is reserved for this heat, then there will be a great hustle over the last furlong. The Shaw bracket, Joy Bird. Linkman and Sunfish may be the chief fancies. Stewards’ Handicap The two-milers engaged on this occasion are full of promise, and some of them will reach a higher grade before the season is over. Explosion and Lord Nepean showed up well last Saturday, btit Great Peter has still to prove his staying powers. Sunsliower should account for Concertina, who promises to do better later on. Hal

I Chimes will spell danger to many and li© should be benefited by his run at Claudelands. Rockburn was showing a return of form at the same fixtui'.e, and Tony Victor is well seasoned. Evelyn Locanda will have a chance to turn the tables on Keremai for the Adams* Cup defeat, and both the back markers will go well. Hal Chimes. Sun shower, Evelyn Locanda and Reremai look to have fine prospects. Electric Handicap There is just a nice number carded in the last heat of the day, which should encourage backers to go for a recovery if luck has been against them. Vendome, fresh from her Northland victory, figures on the end and the black "mare is sure to attract a lot of ALL BLACKS IN TRAINING During the Australian tour the All ! Blacks found Elliman’s Embrocation i most valuable for general training. Rub away muscle aches and strains with iu No athlete should be without [it. -2

attention. But there is some stubborn opposition on the same mark, and Lord Nepean is just at the point where he might dash out and give those chasing him a headache. If recovered from her cold Mountain Dell will also keep those mentioned busy, while Sailor Roy is due to roll in any time now. Van Rich and Florent will probably require racing, but the former is a consistent and honest little chap. The rearguard includes two recent winners in Sunfish and Stanmoor, and they will add interest to the race. Most support will probably be for Vendome, Mountain Dell, Lord Nepean and Sunfish. EARLY BIRDS AT EPSOM RAIN INTERFERES WITH LATER WORK WELL CONDITIONED TEAM It was a case of “early rising makes us wiser” at Epsom this morning and the few trainers who rose with the lark were enabled to get in some work before breakfast. At the early hour the track was in capital order, but later heavy rain set in and by 9 o’clock it was quite evident no further training work would be executed today. J. Shaw put the gear on half a dozen of his charges, ail of whom are bearing a bright, healthy appearance. C. G. Lee was present with Tiger Salve and Geo. Phipps, anticipating the weather, arrived early with Haerenga Pai. Carmel and Warplane skipped over a mile at a useful clip, without being asked to produce their best. Both moved with line freedom. Florent and Warspite were associated in a 10-furlong bout and while the former went solidly the honours of the try-out were with Warspite. The Man o’ War gelding is beginning to show a return to form. Two miles at a useful bat was the task apportioned to Native Prince and Stoney, but when it came to the final circuit the white horse could not go with his stable mate. They were not asked to go faster than a 2.20 gait. Tiger Salve and Haerenga Pai were companions in a work-out over three laps. The trotter moved faultlessly, while the pacing mare executed the task in pleasing fashion. They were not under pressure at any stage. QAMARU TROTS LABOUR DAY FIELDS Press Association OAMARU, Tuesday. Acceptances for the Clamant Trotting Clubs Labour Day meeting are:— Improvers’ Handicap, for trotters (3.42 li miles.—Ambition, Scuttle, Tom M likes, Bon Boy, limit; Walt, Victor Bingen. 12yds bhd: “Wattle Patch, Boneta, Great NeDon, 24; King Oscar, Rustle, ob; Bon Patch, 96; Lazarus, 120. Trial Handicap (3.40 class’), 17,' miles.— Prances De Oro, Golden Vale, Captain Wrack, Petromus, Tinv Bingen Great Scott. Pando Pointer, Riff el ton Cass Free Pointer, Onoto, Sir Guv, Elite Bingen Nor Wester, Starina, limit; John Appear! AVarrenore, 12yds bhd.: Bingen Maid, Rafa, 24; Le Thorpe, 36; Cushla De Oro, 4S. O AMARU HANDICAP Of A:700; 4.32 class; 2 miles Jolly Pet ... Lt Palmeny ... 12 Glenelg .... Lt Pluto . . . . . 24 Orphan .... Lt Harvest Child 36 Huiii Denver Lt Author Jinks 72 Lindbergh . . Lt Terence Ling-field . . . Lt Dillon ... 72 Trampfast . . 12 Quality .... 72 Axworthy . 12" Pukeuri Handicap (2.55 class), I', miles —Willie Wilkes, Kid Logan, Sonoma Star, Black Wattle, Pleasant Wave, Wild Spur, Golden Vale, limit; Sungleam \oicks, Tennessee’s Child, 12yds bhd.; pillion. Morning Sun, Roddy, 24; Great Triumph, 36; Shine Soon, 72. Waitaki Handicap, trotters (4.50 class), 2 miles.—Admiral Bingen, Victor Bingen Boneta, Wattle Patch, limit; Writer; 12 yards bhd.: All Peters, Repute, 24; Lazarus, Len Wood. 72. Weston Handicap (2.47 class), 11 miles —Auguste Dillon, Exclusive, Great Logan Brentloc, limit; .Tolly Pet, Lingfield,’ Glenelg, Talent, Travis Axworthy, Pluto, Logan Hanlon. Final McKinney, 12yds bhd.; Harvest Child, Dalmeny, St. Maura, 24: Roi L’Or. 36. Redcastle Handicap (3.33 class), li miles. Willie Wilkes, Cushla D'Or, Sandy Pointer, limit: Black Wattle. Sonoma Star, Chimer, Maurice Dillon, 12vds blul.: John Jinks, 24; Nelson De Oro, ~4S. Da “* Handicap (2.17 class), 1 mile.— SyIVK Logan, Reta McKinney, White Sun. Kate Thorpe, limit; Bing Boy, Bismurate. Return Voyage, 12yds blul.; Lady Matohlight, Hector’s Own, Great Triumph, Pearl Logan, Marvin Mac, 24; Logan ITanlon, 60.