JOHNNY GLOBE IN FORM

Press, Volume XCII, Issue 27795, 21 October 1955, Page 5

JOHNNY GLOBE IN FORM

IMPRESSIVE TRIAL AT EPSOM

"The Press” Special Service AUCKLAND. Oct. 20. Johnny Globe was the star performer on the outside of the course proper, which was holding, at Epsom this morning, when he paced one mile and a half in 3min 41sec, the mile and a quarter in 3min, and the last half-mile in Imin 6 3-ssec. The presence of several visiting horses gave' a keener interest to the trials. There was nothing between Tui Scott, Prince Polka, and the trotter, Vagus, at the end of two miles. Tui Scott, which went away 4sec ’ behind the others, recorded smin, the last half-mile in Imin 10 3-ssec. Patrick Earl shaded Goldina at the end of 10 furlongs in 3min 2sec, the last halfmile in Imin lOsec. Petite Yvonne, with Sue Scott, which finished in front, and Beau Marie as pacemakers with good starts, passed one mile and a half in 3min 41sec, the first mile in 2min 41sec. Pelorous trotted solidly over two laps, trotting the last half-mile attractively in Imin 8 3-ssec. Great Evander paced the last four furlongs of his work in Imin llsec, and Te Atatu, unhoppled, accomplished a similar task. Lassoloc (C. R. Berkett) and Scotch Girl (J. Bryce, jun.) worked soundly on the shell, as did Deveron and Light Nurse. Rowan Star, Demimond, and Lucky Spot were restricted to easy tasks. GREYMOUTH CLUB

NIPALONG EXPECTED TO RACE WELL The Methven owner-trainer, C. V. May, looks to hold a strong hand with Nipalong in the Spring Handicap, the second leg of the double, on the first day of the Greymouth Trotting Club’s spring meeting tomorrow. The Young Bob gelding raced well from long handicap marks at Forbury Park recently, and, off the front tomorrow, he must be conceded. a great chance. On his day Nipalong is more than useful, and he is long overdue for a win.

Lille Boloro, which is trained at Nelson by G. H. Gates, failed to show much dash in her races on a heavy track at Hutt Park last month, but on firmer footing at Greymouth tomorrow, she can be expected to do better. She has raced well on previous visits to Greymouth. Kierlock showed a fair turn of speed when he finished ninth in his race at New Brighton on September 17 and, if he begins well, he should add interest to the finish.

Grattan Bay, which will be racing on his home track, Black Rose, and Spring Valley are other useful pacers likely to do well.

Eden Bridge has been withdrawn from the Spring Handicap and the Dash Handicap, and Erin McCoy has been withdrawn from all engagements at the meeting. The weather has been fine in Greymouth lately and, unless there is heavy rain, the track will be in perfect order. Selections are:— 11.30 a.m.—lntroductory Handicap: Sure Maggie-Te Waihopi bracket, Ladas, Lubra. 12.10 p.m.—Diggers’ Handicap: Camber, Johnny Gilbert, Wha’ Hae. 12.50 p.m.—Blaketown Handicap: First Division—General Bruce, Laughlin’s Lass, Phil’s Jewel; Second Division—Suzendy, Trojan, Siberia. 1.35 p.m.—Spring Handicap: Nipalong, Lille Bolero, Kierlock. 2.15 p.m.—Royal Oak Handicap: Lubra, Te Waihopi, Readiness. 3 p.m.—E. McDonnell Memorial Handicap: Johnny Gilbert-Blink Bonnie bracket, Lady Alice, Camber. 3.40 p.m.—Midland Handicap: Trojan, Suzendy, Pursuance. 4.20 p.m.—Dash Handicap: Banjo, Lille Bolero, Virtuous-Worthy Globe bracket. Fields, with form, for the doubles races are:— DIGGERS’ HANDICAP, - Of £250. 3min 52sec class. One mile and five furlongs. 2010 Battle Fling (8) .. .. scr 4300 Camber (2) .. .. .. scr 1022 Johnny Gilbert (3) .. .. scr 4000 Lady Alice (5) .. .. .. scr 00 Long Range (4) .. .. scr 000 Mara Maru (1) . .. .. scr Reticent (9) .. .< ..scr 000 Sound Barrier (6) .. .. scr 0301 Spiral (7) .. .. .. scr 00 Carntyne (3) .. .. ..24 Crystal Star (2) .. ..24 000 Nona Grattan (4) .. ..24 0400 Wha' Hae (1) .. ..24 SPRING HANDICAP, Of £4OO. 3min 48sec class. One mile and five furlongs. Black Rose (5) .. .. scr 00 Double Grattan (3) .. .. scr 0 Kierlock (1) .. .. .. scr 300 Lille Bolero (4) .. .. scr 0000 Nipalong (7) .. .. .. scr Red Hackle (2) .. .scr Spring Valley (6) .. .. scr 00 Charlotte Bell (2) .. ..12 Grattan Bay (3) .. ..12 00 Penny fare (1) .. ..12 Worthy Globe (1) .. ..36 Scratched: Eden Bridge.

EDEN BRIDGfE INJURED IN TRAINING RUN The Reefton-o.wned and trained Eden Bridge will not race on the opening day of the Greymouth Trotting Club’s spring meeting tomorrow, and it is doubtful whether he will be able to start -on Monday. The Dillon Hall four-year-old was working on the Reefton track last Tuesday when several sheep ran in front of him, causing him to fall heavily. He has been showing signs of soreness during the last two days, and although he appears to be recovering well, it may be some weeks before he can race. The accident came at an unfortunate time for his connexions, as he had been working well and was one of the early favourites for the Spring Handicap, the second leg of the double tomorrow at Greymouth. CANTERBURY OWNERS’ AND BREEDERS’ ASSOCIATION Mr E. Paul has declared the following handicaps for the trials at Addington next Thursday-, October 27: 11 a.m.— EVENT 1,3 min 41 sec trot; one mile and a half.—First heat: Onawe, Donegal Bay, Random’s Pride, Dollar Change, Donna Lyall, Care, Kilmartin, Dan's Choice scr; Jacinta 36; Idealist 72; Lady Baffelan 108. 11.20 a.m.— Second heat: Brigadier Scott, Reflective, Birkenhead, Red Jenny. Lost Horizon, Sharp Note, Willowdale, Perekop scr; Gay Tune 24; Kauru Boy 36. 11.40 a.m.— EVENT 2,3 min 37sec pace; one mile and a half.—First heat: Markdale, Grandee, Tourie, Dan Derby, Wainoni Loyal, Clue, Irrigation, Premium, Red McGregor, Cossack Post scr; Stylish Linda 12; Morning Mist (T.) 36. Noon— Second heat: Bracken Brae, Buren, Loyal Flutter, Elsinore, California, Marjoy, Mile Post, Gay Craig, Compo Jack. Dalene scr; Ailsa Craig 36. 12.30 p.m.— Third heat: Fairer Lass, Reason Why, Starwise, Cartoni, Alert, Greenstone, Lord Argyle, Mendip Song, Sierra Madre, Kyle Nurse scr; Shirley Dillon 36. 1 p.m.— EVENT 3,3 min 29sec pace; one mile and a half.—Ponty, Glint, Dryden Lad, Highland Air. Reveille, Banbury, Lady Wexford, Gold Light, Palmarie scr; Ayrland’s Pride 12; Ductile, Marionette, Icicle Lad 24; La Mignon 36. 1.30 p.m.— EVENT 4 (Qualifying Test Race); one mile and a half.—First heat: Lady Soprana, Wee Ellen, Lady Attack, Trusty Lady, Spring Ray, Don’t Wait, Modest, Whetuwood, Tony’s Cobber, Impresario, Gothic, Spring Chat. 2 p.m.— Second heat: Launceston Lad, Wee Sam, Purple Haze, Lauris, Olympic, Tassel Trick, Shy, Robert Wood. Day Girl, Lyric Lady,' Escutcheon, Gainsborough Lass. 2.30 p.m.— Third heat: Sandy Direct, Gay Helen, Valmyrie, Belfast Lady, Happy Haven, Pageantry, Homebrook, Black Gem, Daleworthy, Argentine, Maxwelton, Quare Times. 3 p.m.— Fourth heat: Flaroma, Scottsmere. Trumpet Call, Johnny Dictator. Heather Mary, Sue’s Song, Young Sister, Morere, Gloria Bell, Lillium, Katmandu. 3.20 p.m.— EVENT 5. 3min 23sec pace; one mile and a half.—Welsh Heir. Coincident, Silver Circle, Royal Minstrel, Air Command, La Mignon, Triple Crown. Distant Star scr: Double Talk, Flywheel 12; Pointer 24; Count Grattan, Mighty Fine, Midday. Dillon d’Oro 36; Prince Charming, Brave Company 48; Forward 72.

3.40 p.m.— EVENT 6, Free-for-All; one mile and a half.—First heat: Denbry, Zulu, Our Kentucky, Secure, Roy Grattan, Kuhla, Soangetaha, Moss Hall, Masterpiece. 4 p.m.— Second heat: Aladdin, Black Douglas, Cembala, Ohio, Adorian, Brahman, Excelsa, Poranui, Thelma Globe. 4.20 p.m.— . , EVENT 7,3 min 27sec trot; one mile and a half.—Fingal's Cave. Deportment. Clrclette. Father’s Wish. Superfortress. Barravey scr; Recruit 12; Precaution 24; Slipstream 30; Battle Cry 36; Vodka 54. If postponement necessary, this will be announced by 3ZB shortly after I a.m. on Thursday, October 27. —Advt.