SPORTING

Alexandra Herald and Central Otago Gazette, 28 July 1943, Page 5

SPORTING

Fairy Bard was very unlucky at Timaru as after being first away from a false start he backed away when the field was finally dispatched and lost considerable ground. Volusia was driven a confident race at Washdyke -and won with a good deal in handColonel Rouge a fancied candididate for the Grand National Hurdles is engaged in the Lincoln Steeples to be run the same day. AnglofFriencli has com£ into favour for the Grand National Steeplechase as a result of his win at Timaru. Anglo-French is a five-year-old and is one that has proved hfeself over the Riccarton country. With Ids handy weight he should be one of the hardest to beat. The Wnter Cup is considered tb be the hardest mile race in the calendar to win and this year's is no exception. Krone? and Lord Advocate retain their position as favourites and Minority has grown in favour as a result of good track work following two good performances at Wellington. Anini is a hot favourite in the INorth Island for the steeplechase and has done well since winning the .Wellington Steeplechase. Anini is a smart jumper but is unfortunately troubled with lameness which is liable to handicap her on a firm track. Jack's Pal paced a solid race in the Washdyke Trot and when more favourably placed should be seen to advantage. Banco is in first-class condition for sprint races at the National meeting and is one that handles winter tracks in good style.