Super Light Super Light, second in the order of favouritism for the Highbank Handicap No. 2 at Methven on Saturday, did not appear to be suited by the heavy track, and he was well beaten. D. G. Nyhan’s Super Globe colt made a smart beginning, and he raced on the outside of the pacemaker’s wheel for most ofjhe way. He did not have a trail at any stage, and when shaken up after turning into the straight in second place, was found wanting. He dropped out in the final furlong, and was back towards the middle of a strung-out field at the finish. A quiet youngster, Super Light is expected to give an Improved showing when he next races on a good track. Answer to Correspondent “Inquiry," Christchurch: Thelma Globe finished very fast for her placing in the Royal Cup at Addington, and was not in front in the straight.
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Press, Volume XC, Issue 27312, 31 March 1954, Page 4
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