RACING AND TROTTING

Press, Volume LXXII, Issue 21858, 11 August 1936, Page 14

RACING AND TROTTING

LATEST NEWS FROM FAR AND NEAR

RACING FIXTURES

August 11, 13, 15—Canterbury J.C. August 22—Pakuranga Hunt Club. August 27—Egmont-Wanganui Hunt C, August 29—Taranaki Hunt Club. September s—Otago Hunt Club. September 10, 12 —Wanganui J.C. September 19—Ashburton County R.C. September 19—Foxton R.C. September 19, 21—Avondale J.C. September 24, 26—Geraldine R.C. September 26 —Marton J.C. September 26—Rotorua and Bay of Plenty Hunt Club. September 26—Napier Park R.C, TROTTING FIXTURES August 12, 14— N.Z. Metropolitan T.C. August 15—Cambridge T.C. August 29—Auckland T.C. September s—New Brighton T.C. September 12—Wellington T.C. October 3—Methven T.C. October 10—New Brighton T.C. October 17—Waikato T.C. October 17, 19 —Westport T.C. October 24, 26—Auckland T.C. October 24, 26—Greymouth T.C. October 26—Manawatu T.C. October 26—Oamaru T.C. October 31 —Wellington T.C. November 10, 12. 13— N.Z. Metropolitan T.C.

TURF GOSSIP

Bloodstock Sale

The annual Grand National bloodstock sale will be held at Tattersall’s Bazaar, Cashel street, Christchurch, on Friday at 10 a.m. Present entries include the brood mares Waterlow, Thea, Jubilant, and Precious, the three firstnamed being in foal to Nightmarch.

Yet to Win An interesting feature of the riders engaged in the Grand National Steeplechase to-day is that not one of i-kcni has yet won the race. A. McDonald is the veteran, and he has been placed on previous occasions. A success for him on Manawatu would be one of the most popular in the history of the race. Invest Early

The first race at Riccarton to-day is timed to start at 11.31 a.m., and the last race at 4.26 p.m. It is the intention of the officials to adhere strictly o the timetable, and investors are warned that the totalisator will close sharply for each event on the time advertised. Patrons can thus rest assured that there will not be any delay *in the dispatch of the programme, but they can nevertheless materially assist the totalisator management if they realise the importance of transacting ■ their business promptly. At Riccarton Yesterday Conditions were very favourable for the winding-up work at Riccarton yesterday. There was an early frost, but its effects quickly passed off, and the outside of the trial grass provided very good going. Several horses were galloped, but half-mile sprints seemed again to be most popular with trainers, especially along the back stretch. Some jumping added interest to the operations.

Smart Sprint The best half-miles were credited to the following:—Kpockfin 50sec, Sir Hugh 50sec, Araboa and Bay Duke 50 l-ssec. Metal Bird and Carfex 50 1-5 sec, Greek Gold and Dollar Bill 50 3-ssec, Courtyard in front of Polygraph and Kemal Pasha 50 3-ssec, Culotte in front of Concertpitch 51 sec. Epic and Emmeline Girl 51sec, Arrow Glen and Cape Gabo 51sec, Jed Forest 52sec. Three-furlong sprints were done by Call Money in 38 2-ssec, Palmyra and Kosseau 37 2-sseb, Madaba Pompadour 39 3-ssec, Gaysome 39 3-ssec, Epris and Autumn Wind 37 4-ssec. Fair Weather and Jolly Beggar were abreast throughout six furlongs in Imin 17 2-ssec, the last half-mile in 51 l-ssec.

The Smuggler and Euaform ran seven furlongs in Imin 33 2-ssec. Top Weight’s Rider Queen of Song was given long strong work. .She is to be ridden in the Winter Cup by W. Hogan, who was with her when she won the Riverton Cup at Easter. J. Jennings, who was earlier spoken of as her rider, will have the mount on Wall Street.

Final Schooling Battleground (S. Wright) and Lord Hereford (C. Carroll) were companions

in a round of the hurdles, both shaping well. The latter is an unlikely starter to-day. Forest Glow (W. McDowell) and Manawatu (A. McDonald) jumped the three schooling brush fences down the straight at a fast pace. Otaura King (McDowell) had a similar task, jumping big and slowly. A Quick Advance

Epic, by Iliad from Eulalie, shaped well as a 1 two-year-old last year, and is being set a severe task to start off the new season in being pitted against open company in the Paparua Handicap at Riccarton to-day. He is no doubt endowed with a reasonable turn of speed, but will be meeting some solid and well seasoned sprinters. Last season Epic won the Juvenile Handicap at Dunedin in December, after running second to Studley Royal in a similar event on the first day of the same meeting. On the same course in February he won the Hopeful Handicap by three lengths from Wine Card and Double Gift, while at Riccarton at Easter Time he was second to Paper Slipper in the Nursery Handicap. He was beaten by two lengths, the winner being timed to run the six furlongs in Imin 12 2-ssec. Novices in Public

Maka Ahi, engaged in the Cashmere Plate to-day, is a three-year-old gelding by Cockpit from Tragic, by King Mark from Birkelot, by Birkenhead from Camelot by Sir Lancelot, and is trained at Riccarton by A. S. Ellis for Mr A. Kyle, of Greymouth. Others in this race that are not well known include:—Derive, by Arrowsmith from Matty Carling; Jedforest, by Pink Coat from Lady Peters; John Ball, by Hoylake from Clare Crag; Miss Shambles, by Shambles from Patch; Pink Comet, by Day Comet from Woodfire; Roy Bun, by Roydon from Baby Bun; Silver Fox, by Pink Coat from Saxetti; Coxcomb, by Philamor from Egotism; Recollection, by Polazel from Retrospect; Rousseau, by Robespierre from Kildee; Thermidor, by Robespierre from Lady Minerva; and Twilight Song, by Nightmarch from Belll^rd. A Big Undertaking Mr J. H. Grigg, of Longbeach, will have the unusual distinction of owning a representative in the Grand National Steeplechase (Punchestown) and Hurdle Race (Streamline), and also in the Winter Cup (Concertpitch), and should he win the three events he will establish a record that is likely to remain for a long time. Away back in 1892, Mr D. Rutherford won the Grand National Steeplechase with Eurus and the Hurdles with Kulnine, and that is the nearest approach there has been to the treble. A High Price According to an Australian newspaper, the price paid for the New Zea-land-bred colt, Bengal Lancer, was 1500 guineas. He was purchased on behalf of Mr W. Cannon, a Queensland sportsman, who races Don Caesar. As Bengal Lancer is still a maiden, the price obtained was a substantial one.

Nb Betting An order issued by Dr. Goebbels, Minister for Propaganda, forbids racing correspondents of German newspapers betting on horse races. The order states that the reports of correspondents have been influenced by their interest in the bets they have made, and that the racing section of the newpsapers has suffered in consequence. An Unusual Claim A civil claim for £ISOO in respect of a racehorse called Gay Chief, which was to have been heard before Mr Justice Blair at the present session of the Supreme Court at Napier, has been adjourned until the November session. The horse in question, Gay Chief, died after falling during a race at Trentham. The claim is being brought by Frederick W. Ehrhorn against Percy Atkins, a jockey. The plaintiff claims that the loss of the racehorse was due to negligent riding by the defendant. TROTTING NOTES Grand Mogul Grand Mogul was not suited by the track on Saturday, and if the weather and track conditions are favourable he should be seen to advantage on the second day of the meeting. He is giving away 12 yards to compete in the King Edward Handicap, but on his latest running he will make his presence felt. Grand Mogul is definitely a dry-track racehorse and a pacer above the average. A win from a 4min 28sec mark will probably make him eligible for the New Zealand Cup. Class Pacers

The King Edward Handicap, 4min 28sec class, promises to provide one of the best races seen at Addington for many a day, and the prospects of Grand Mogul, De Soto, Gamble, and Graham Direct are keenly discussed. On Saturday’s racing it appeared Gamble and Graham Direct would be greatly benefited, and last year’s champion four-year-olds may again fight out the final issue. De Soto, as a result of a brilliant victory on the first day, has suffered a 24 yards penalty and this will make him eligible for a 4min 26 sec class New Zealand Cup. The chestnut pacer has received his full share of penalties and for three successive wins he has gone back from 4min 32 sec to 4min 26sec. With Harold Logan let up 24 yards and De Soto penalised 72 yards within the last few months, the two pacers are rapidly coming together. War Buoy War Buoy is likely to make his reappearance in the Speedway Handicap at Addington to-morrow, and, a quick beginner, he should be in front soon after the start. He may not be properly attuned for such a race, but he is a rare stayer and it may take a good one to take the lead from him in a mile race. He has yet to win over this distance; but he is everything a racehorse should be, and so is entitled to the greatest respect.

Bonny Azure Bonny Azure is a mare of class, and her chances in the Canterbury Handicap make a direct appeal. Bingen Palm, who failed to handle the somewhat treacherous going on the turns on Saturday, may race better in hi§ next attempt; Airflow

Airflow was withdrawn from her first day’s engagement on account of the track, but she is an acceptor for to-morrow’s racing. She may make things interesting for Flotsam and Discord.

GRAND NATIONAL DAY

fine programme at riccarton review of the fields

BEST OF SEASON’S FORM STRONGLY REPRESENTED

The Canterbury Jockey Club’s Grand National Steeplechase meeting will be opened at Riccarton to-day, when everything is in train for the most successful August gathering for many years. Horses are on hand from all the racing centres of New Zealand, and the best of the season’s form is strongly represented in all classes of events. The track will be in remarkably good order, and fast times are likely to be recorded. The win-and place system will again be in operation. A tabloid review of the field if as follows: — 11,31 a.m.— TRIAL HURDLE RACE, of 250 soys; second horse 50 sovs, and .third horse 25 sovs from stake. Hack conditions. One mile and threequarters. „ The Smuggler 10-13 (W. Cooper) Showed much promise by two wins early in the winter, but disappointed at Trentham. Should be hard here if he is to have any

chance in the big race. Saltspray 10-10 (A. McDonald)—Won at Trentham, and has been schooling well at Riccarton. Is to start in this in preference to the Jump-

ers’ Flat. Santott 9-9 (J. Fergus)— Will be bracketed with Saltspray. Has also been jumping well and is likely to take part in the finish. John Charles 10-1 (R. Miles)— A smart jumper, but inclined to be difficult to handle in a race. Is to contest the Grand National Hurdles, so a high opinion must be formed

of him. Haeretonu 9-1 (S. Anderson) —Has the credentials, but lacks inclination at times. Has to be taken on trust, but at his best is always likely. Havering 9-1 (N. Trillo) —Is not

fancied. Lord Hereford 9-o—Unlikely starter. Redolent 9-0 (F. E. Baker)—A young, promising hurdler, svho will, however, lack experience in a field of

this strength. Battleground 9-0 (S. Wright)—Has,been racing over country. Is a fast fencer, and stays on gamely.

The programme will be inaugurated with an attractive field of trial hurdlers, and' a close struggle over the final stages seems likely. The Smuggler, the Saltspray-Santoft bracket, and Haeretonu will no doubt dispute favouritism.

12.6 p.m.— PAPARUA HANDICAP, of 200 soys; second horse 40 sovs, and third horse 20 sovs from stake. Six furlongs Emissary 9-9 (B. H. Morris) —A speedy galloper, but hardly seasoned Greek Gold 9-5 (A. E. Ellis)—Raced

exceptionally well at Trentham, and soft track will favour him.

Knockfin 9-2 (H. Goldfinch) —Is in great heart, and a win for her is

long overdue. Hollar Bill 9-2 (A. Messervy)—Was unlucky in his last race at Trentham. Is troubled by bad bar-

rier behaviour, and always inclined to lose valuable ground early. Bay Duke 9-1 (L. J. Ellis) —Was withdrawn from Winter Cup in favour of this race. Has been sprinting well and. may be one of leaders throughout. Travenna 9-I—ls also a speedy galloper, and has won on course

before. Pukeko 8-6 (E. Burgess)— Will carry plenty ‘of North Island support. Hororata 8-2 (G. Humphries)— Has a turn of speed—but not for long enough. , Copyist 8-o—Did not come over from

thd- West Coast. Arena 8-o—Hardly up to this stan-

dard. Arrowrose 8-O—A consistent mare

and always liable to materialise. Gaysome 8-0 (A. Parsons)—A mare of moods, and not a reliable betting proposition. Ada 8-o—Not in this.

Epic 8-0 (C. Wilson) —A big ordeal for his first race as a three-year-old. He is a smart youngster, and will be prominent at some part of the journey.

With a firm track, a fast-run six furlongs should be recorded in the Paparua Handicap, as with some smart beginners, the pace will be on from the outset. Bay Duke, Knockfln, and Greek Gold make most appeal.

JUMPERS’ FLAT RACE, of 200 sovs; second horse 40 sovs, and third horse 20 sovs from stake. One mile and a half. Polydcra 11-3 (G. Ridgway)—ls now in her best possible order, and in spite of her big weight will keep the field in trouble over the businpec c+QGfpc Jolly Beggar 10-13 (R. Beale)—Must be a formidable condidate, and a likely favourite. Clarion Call 10-8 (A. Jenkins) —On Ellerslie form on a firm track has to be seriously considered at the meeting. Silk Sox 10-2 (L. Dulieu)—Shaped well both over hurdles and on flat at Trentham, and expected to be again a good stake-earner.

Signaller 9-13 (A; Peart)— Won similar race at Trentham, but has not been sound since and may be short of work. Courtyard 9-11 (D. O’Connor)—Galloped like a winner yesterday, but cannot be relied upon to give of his best in a race. Travelling Agent 9-9 (R. E. Thomson) —Must havete great chance. Saltspray 9-B—ln Trial Hurdles. Streamline 9-1 (H. Turner)— Has been galloping and schooling very satisfactorily, and although short of racing will give a good account of himself. Journet S-0 (E. Deslandes)—Not fancied in this company. Haeretcnu 9-o—See Trial Hurdles.

The Jumpers’ Flat Race has yearly commanded widespread interest, as it invariably gives a line towards the Grand National Hurdle Race. Practically all of those carded are entitled to be respected, and it is not easy to predict the favourite division. Indications, however, point to Polydora, Jolly Beggar, and Silk Sox being in keenest demand. 1.31 p.m.— CASHMERE PLATE, of 200 sovs; second horse 40 sovs, and third horse 20. sovs f-om stake. Special weights. Six furlongs. Arrow Glen 8-11 (J. Jennings)—A speedy galloper, but so far has not stayed on well. Autumn Wind 8-11 (L. J. Ellis)—Galloped well with Epris yesterday, but otherwise no recommendation. Cape Gabo 8-11 (A. Parsons)—On Wingatui form in June has a, chance here.

chance here. Culotte 8-11 (A. Messervy)—Shows plenty of pace at times, and had Concertpiteh stretched out to keep with her yesterday. Derive 8-11 (E. Leckie) —No form. Jedforest 8-11 (M. Kirwan)—A leggy Pink Coat gelding in Chokebore stable, requiring more time, John Ball 8-11 (A. Jenkins) —Yet a

novice. Lochain 8-11 (A. E. Ellis)—No form. Miss Shambles 8-11—No racing. Pink Comet 8-11—No form.

Boy Bun 8-11 (J. McCauley)—Not yet

raced. Silver Fox 8-11 (F. Baker)— Later on. Tarboe 8-11 (H. Turner) —No recom-

mendation. Coxcomb 8-0 (G. Elliott)—Not shown

any promise. Impact 8-0 —No form. Maka Ali 8-0 —A good-looking Cockpit youngster. Having first race. Nuipai 8-o—Later in season. Orange Bud 8-0 —Half-sister by Polazel to Silver Ring, and an attrac-

tive galloper. ...» Recollection 8-0 (G. Humphries)— A big Chokebore colt requiring

racing. . , Rousseau 8-0 (H. Goldfinch)—A good-

looker, but still green. Sir Hugh 8-0 (C. Wilson) —Would have favourable prospects if he could be relied "n to be well-placed early. Sunbeam 8-o—Short of racing. Thermidor 8-0 (A. C. Messervy)—A speedy Chokebore filly, half-sister to Minerval. May not get away well with an apprentice. Twilight Song 8-o—No form. The Cashmere Plate is for non-win-ners, and in consequence there are no outstanding candidates. Several have been seen in public, while others have attracted attention by their track essays. Investors have certainly an intricate problem to tackle, and the final summing-up may be in favour ot Arrow Glen, Sir Hugh, and Cape Gabo. 2.16 p.m.— NEW ZEALAND GRAND NATIONAL STEEPLECHASE, of 1000 soys, second horse 200 sovs, and third horse 100 sovs from stake. Three miles and a half. Billy Boy 11-5, 12yrs (W. Rennie) Now a well-known Grand National competitor, and at present in remarkable order to make an attempt for his second success. Is an effortless jumper, without any waste energy, and this will stand to him at the right end. Diamond 10-13, 7yrs (A. Jenkins)—A dashing jumper, and on his schooling last week did not seem to be troubled by the big fences, which ha mastered at last year’s meeting. Is sure to be one of the strongest favourites in recent years. • Royal Limond 10-8, lOyrs (R. Beale)— Has had a disappointing season, and although he may be capable of seeing out the journey better than some of the others,, he is not a sound proposition over Riccarton. , Forest Glow 10-3, 7yrs (W. McDowell) —Gained a big reputation at Ellerslie in June, but failed on heavy ground at Trentham. Jumped .as if he appreciated Riccarton track and fences last week, and since has been elevated considerably in public favour. Punchestown 10-0, 12yrs (H. Turner)— Has had an unfortunate winter, and has not been able to have a race of any kind. It would be a wonderful performance on his part to win a Grand National in his first outing of the period, but he has had a lot of solid work for some time, with a good deal of schooling. His task, however, seems too severe. Pahu 9-6, llyrs (G. Ridgway)—Does not make appeal over this big country. Takes too many risks. Manawatu 9-3, Byrs (A. McDonald)— Has done everything required of him in the last few weeks, and has certainly had the necessary preparation. The journey may find a , weakness in him. High Speed 9-0, lOyrs (V. Langford)— The actual “hack” of the party, but has to be. seriously regarded nevertheless. He will be nlodding along when some of the others are feeling the strain.

The field for the big event of the day has been reduced to a handy size, and contains some of the best available material from both islands. There will be no “tail-enders” as in some previous years, and, in consequence, racegoers can look forward to an exciting and closely contested struggle over the long journey. There is no doubt investors will show most confidence in Diamond, Forest Glow, and Billy Boy.

2.56 p.m.— ENFIELD STEEPLECHASE, of 250 sovs; second horse 50 sovs, third horse 25 sovs from stake. About

two miles. Thurina 12-1, llyrs (W. Bowden)— Was intended to contest again the big event, but was not able to get the required preparation. His class is indicated in this by having to give 2st 71b to next on list. He has only to be somewhere near his best to outclass the others. Kaokaoroa 9-8, 12yrs—Nothing to recommend him this year. Nocturnus 9-5, 7yrs (C. Humphries)— A good jumper at times, and has plenty of pace, but will find it difficult to complete the journey. Boyston 9-3, Byrs (R. K. Smith)— Has some good performances to his credit, and should master these

fences. Otaura King 9-1, 7yrs (W. McDowell) Does not look a prospect over

Riccarton. Burglar 9-1, llyrs (G. Ridgway)—A fair hunter with not a great deal

of pace; Money Mine 9-1, llyrs—Of pony proportions, without a tail, and will have to climb some of the fences nearing the end.

Thurina will naturally attract most interest in the Enfield Steeplechase. There is no doubt that if he survives the ordeal, his first for two years, he should have an easy task. His most formidable opponents appear to be Royston and Nocturnus.

WINTER CUP, of 600 sovs; second horse 120 sovs. third horse 60 sovs from stake. One mile. Queen of Song 10-3 (W. Hogan)— Looks in excellent order, but may be in want of a race. Epris 9-9 (E. Leckie)—A much-dis-cussed candidate of late, but appears to have quite recovered from his recent trouble. Won the race last year with 8-0, and will be on hand again. Concertpiteh 8-13 (A. E. Ellis) —Has not had any racing in recent weeks, but has been galloping consistently, and has everything in his favour to-day. Fair Weather 8-10 (H. Goldfinch)—ls retaining his ability to a marked degree, and cannot be despised. Adalene 8-9 (N. McKenzie) —A consistent North Island visitor, and likely to carry much northern support.

Ponty 8-9 (G. Humphries)— Has been discussed as a Cup prospect since his success at Trentham. He is handily placed, and with*a track to suit him will be one of the most dangerous. Davolo 8-9 (W. Cotton)— Has had no form for some time. Wall Street 8-3 (J. Jennings)—One of Riverton’s hopes for the meeting. Cranford 8-2 (C. Wilson)— Has not entered very much into calculations, but is always inclined to show up. Kona Bay 8-2 (W. Jones)— Short of racing. • . . Golden Dart 8-2 (H. Wiggins)—Has been a useful hack, but hardly up to this standard. . Boomerang 8-1 (S. Wilson) —On his good race and third placing in Whyte Handicap at Trentham last month is likely to contest favouritism. Wino 8-0 (L. J. Ellis)—Will be prominent at some part, but shorter distance will be better for him. Royal Gallant 8-0 (A. Messervy)— Only if course becomes muddy. Metal Bird 8-o—Has been galloping well, but may be out of his class. The Surgeon 8-O—A light-weight possibility for a place. ‘ Silk Arrow 8-o—No recommendation for this. Mount Val 8-0 —Useful m moderate company. The Winter Cup presents its annual puzzle to investors, and the issue this year appears exceptionally open. More than half of the number carded will carry extensive support, and many of the others will also each have a large following. Speculation will thus be widely distributed, and the ultimate ilvourite division may be comprised of Concertpitch, Boomerang, and Ponty.

and Ponty. 4.26 p.m.— AVONHEAD HANDICAP, of 200 sovs; second horse 40 sovs, third horse 20 sovs from stake. Seven fur-

longs. Queen Dorothy 9-B—A useful mare of late, but has a hard task here. Cyclonic 9-5 (J. Murfitt)— Off the scene for a long while. Hunting Maid 9-4 (A. E. Ellis) —On Trentham form a sound proposi-

ti-on, and the likely first choice. Grey Honour 8-11 CL. J. Ellis)—Short of a race, but will improve. Draw Lad 8-11—Should earn some more money for his new owner during the meeting. Cintilla 8-10 (C. Wilson)— Won over 10 furlongs at Wingatui, and seven

may be too short. Madam Pompadour 8-10 (A. Parsons)

—Not fancied. Tail Light 8-10—A fair performer only. Sovereign Lady 8-10 (B. Morris) —A distinct possibility, and entitled to good support. Matoru 8-8 (G. Ridgway)—First race in South Island, and form to be

awaited. Rose of Tralee 8-8 (G. Humphries)— Has been racing well during winter, and has a very favourable

chance here. Latitude 8-6 —Does not appeal in this

company. Palmyra 8-6 CM. Kirwan) —A halfsister tb Rebel Star and Cottingham, and a winner on the Coast. An attractive galloper. Polygraph 8-3 (H. Hibberd)—Fair. Poniard 8-3 —Same. Owlsgleam 8-3 (S. Anderson) —First race for some time. Emmeline Girl 8-2 (H. Goldfinch)—A speedy filly with an inclination to stay on. A good place prospect. Gasmask 8-I—No form for this. Jack Ahoy 8-I—May be handy at the

finish. , , . Fiord 8-1 (H. Wiggins)—Will not be

neglected. Monipere 8-o—Not in this. Call Money 8-o—May be one of pacemakers, but will not see journey through. The Sandwichman 8-0 —Fair. Araboa 8-0 (J. Jennings)—A winner at Wingatui, and stays on well. Will be bracketed with The Sandwichman. Redtop 8-o—No form. Lady Kate 8-o—No form. Bracketed with Redtop.

The biggest field of the day will parade for the concluding event, and as the number is beyond the spaces allotted on the totalisator two bracketings will be necessary. The result will no doubt depend largely on the fortunes of candidates over the early stages, an'd good beginners will have the advantage. The prospects pf Hunting Maid, Cintilla, and Emmeline Girl appear to be the most favourable.

METROPOLITAN

T.C.

TO-MORROW’S PROGRAMME

The New Zealand Metropolitan Trotting Club's August meeting will be continued at Addington to-morrow, and a greatly improved track should result in most exciting contests. Patrons will notice” the alteration in the starting times of the various races, but on this occasion the club is determined to close the totalisator at the advertised times. Dilatory speculators will receive no consideration, and the racing should be finished reasonably early in the afternoon. The acceptances are well above the average, and include many of the best pacers in commission. The following horses should race prominently:— Improvers’ Handicap: Wahnooka, Ganton, Reward. Dash Handicap: Rocks Ahead, Homeward, Reporter. King Edward Handicap: Gamble, Graham Direct, Grand Mogul. Belgium Handicap: Frisco Lady, On Parade, Radiant Gold. Lincoln Handicap: Pot Luck, Rongomai, Noble Prince. Avon Handicap: Discord, Flotsam, Sea Gift.

Canterbury Handicap: Bonny Azure, Bingen Palm. •

Speedway Handicap: War Buoy, Cloudy Range, Raydus. The programme is as follows—

culties would be overcome yntfeHj. installation of the electric totauHH the present machine did not lend nMj: to rapid balancing. He thoughtJjM| a 40 minutes interval on the apoHr day would have overcome aQJHf culties, and it should be remenHMK the Metropolitan Trotting - jgß handled bigger sums than any.fjjp club. With the 35 minutes interg^ { could be readily imagined therelMß no pleasure for committee or and there was a duty on of a club and the totalisator to secure all the money that owners and trainers could vlded with the maximum in -sWate# The club had decided upoo|kf| minutes interval between races fbcSg second day, said Dr.,Louisson; stated the totalisator* would be sharp on the advertised time. NO'Jgr tude whatever would be aUoweddHf tory investors. Pit

INTERVAL BETWEEN RACES TROTTING CLUB DECIDES ON EXTENSION The rules of trotting demand that the time at which each race is commenced shall leave an interval of not more than 35 minutes between each race, excepting in one case only on any one day, when the interval may be 40 minutes. In the programme for the second day of its August meeting to-morrow the New Zealand Metropolitan Trotting Club has decided that the interval between races shall be 40 minutes instead of 35 minutes. Mr J. B, Norris, secretary of the New Zealand Trotting Conference, when interviewed by a reporter of “The Press,” said he knew nothing of the matter. It had not come before him. Dr. M. G. Louisson, representing the New Zealand Metropolitan Trotting Club as a member of the totalisator committee, said it was simply impossible to run a meeting with less than a 40 minutes interval. Addington was in the unfortunate position of having two totalisators 'inside and outside), and the two machines had to be balanced. He said the breaking of the rule of the Trotting Conference carried no penalty, and while all diffi-

11.30 a.m.— IMPROVERS’ HANDICAP, of 200 SOVS. Unhoppled trotters. 4min 49sec class. Two miles. Ainonos scr Great Wood .. scr Gala Day scr Mataunga . 12 Isabel Patch scr Reward . 12 Norman Fox scr Header 24 Little Reta .. scr Mabel Chimes 36 Resound scr Ganton . 48 Silk Coat scr Wahnooka . 60 Sister Mary .. scr Sandy N. . 84 Worthy Star scr 12.10 p.m.— DASH HANDICAP (in saddle), of 200 sovs. 2min 13sec class. One mile. Aristotle scr Gunfire . 12 Logan’s Pride scr Homeward . 12 Noble Prince scr Queen Author 12 Pronto Bingen scr Reporter . 12 Rocks Ahead scr Raydus . 24 Craganour 12 Kingcraft . 48 Francis Lincoln 12 12.50 p.m.— KING EDWARD HANDICAP, of 700 SOVS. 4min 28sec class. Two miles. Grand Mogul scr De Soto . 24 •Llewellyn’s Gamble . 24 Pride scr Graham Direct 24 Taxpayer scr Sir Guy . 24 Vesuvius scr Sunny Morn .. . 24 Rey Spec 12 Blue Mountain 36 Rollo 12 Red Shadow ., . 48 Tempest 12 Worthy Light 48 Willow Wave 12 Harold Logan 72 1.30 p.m.— BELGIUM HANDICAP, of 250 sovs. 4min 40sec class. Two miles. Fairhaven scr Treasure Bond scr Frisco Lady .. scr Golden Mist .. 12 Happy Knight scr On Parade 12 Lone Derby .. scr Marie Celeste 24 Racketeer scr Real Burton .. 24 Radiant Gold scr Subsidy 24 Rayon d’Or .. scr Big Author .. 36 Southern Smile scr 2.10 p.m.— LINCOLN HANDICAP, of 250 sovs. 2min 48sec class. One mile and a quarter. Aracbne scr Rongomai scr Chechahco scr Wilbur White scr Golden Cross scr Noble Prince 12 Plain Pearl . • scr Peter Locanda 12 Pot Luck scr Young Frank 12 2.50 p.m.— AVON HANDICAP, of 250 sovs. Unhoppled trotters. 3min 29sec class. One mile and a half. Garner scr Norma Bingen 24 Guv o’ Mine scr Air' Flow 36 scr Teviot Downs 86 Sandy N. scr Wrackler 60 Discord 24 Sea Gift 96 3.30 p.m. — CANTERBURY HANDICAP, of 250 sovs: 4min 34sec class. Two miles. Gay Gordon scr Bingen Palm 24 scr Avernus 48 scr Bonny Azure 48 Homeward . . 12 Gunfire 48 4.10 p.m.— SPEEDWAY HANDICAP, of 250 sovs. 2min 12sec class. One mile. • Bonny Azure scr De Soto 12 Craganour scr Grace McElwyn 12 Mocast scr Raydus 12 Pronto Bingen scr Rey Spec .. 12 Queen Author scr Supertax .. 12 Reporter scr Vesuvius 12 War Buoy scr Kewpie’s Willow Wave scr Triumph ,24 . Cloudy Sang* M