SPORTING

Evening Star, Issue 18394, 1 October 1923, Page 9

SPORTING

A.J.C. SPRING 'MEETING DERBY WOK BY BALLYMENA, OTHER NEW ZEALAND HORSES FAIL. SYDNEY, September 29. The spring carnival was opened in ideal weather. There were 80,000 persons present at Randwick, The contests generally were regarded as the most open for many years, and the results bore out that prophecy. The Now Zealanders’ excellent performances to date have earned the utmost respect for all hailing from across the Tasman, but Rapine and Tarleton, in whom most trust was placed, failed to live up to expectations. Ballymena was not included in the first half-dozen possible Derby winners, but he convincingly shattered the poor opinion created by leaving the field at the right moment and winning comfortably. The Hawk was reported to have a cold, and was not so warmly regarded as an Epsom winner, but ho always kept bandy co the lenders, and ultimately finished fourth. Claro was considered a good thing if it got away from the barrier. It succeeded in doing so, and boro out the forecast as a thoroughbred would. David bad Toohey as pilot in place of Wood, who was riding Fred Power. Toohey kept in a handy position till the top of the straight, ‘ but he made his charge gallop the remainder of the journey. Rapine, though pushed hard on the outside of the field, was unable to gain _ on the leader. Toohey won the Spring Stakes on David in 1921. There were fourteen starters in the Trial Stakes, and twenty-six in the Epsom. Results; —

Hurdle Race, 750sovs. About 2m. Clan Robert (11.3) 1, Hindi (11.10) 2, Mountain Lion (9.7) 3. There were eleven starters. Not one spill was recorded in the race. Clan Robert took the lead early, and, Moon keeping him there, he won comfortably by two lengths, lime, 3m in 42isec. Trial Stakes, 750sovs. lim.—Balaton (8,3) 1. Brown Rajah (8.1) 2, Kerryland (7.12) 3. Balaton left the barrier absolutely last, Eudorean and Wallace Mortlake'mado the early running, but Balaton made up the lost ground in magnificent style, and gained a great victory by half a "neck. Time, 2m.in 6sec. A.J.C. DERBY', S.OOOsovs. IJm.

Mr H. A. Knight’s b o Ballymena, by Nassau—Medley, 8.10 (M'Carten) ... 1 Mr F. J. Marsdon’s b g Shrapnel, by Spearhead—Foil- Queen, 8.10 (Ma.rs-

den) Mr L. K. S. MacKinnon’s b c King Carnival, by Comedy King—Orvieto,

8.10 (Cairns)

Punters favored Tarleton for the New Zealand choice. King Carnival led from the start, and at tho ten furlongs post he, had increased his lead to three lengths. Ballymena and Shrapnel were always bandy, but the former dropped hack at the six furlongs post. At the distance it seemed as if Tarleton would, be compelled to keep the silver fern flying, but Bnllvmona came from the ruck, and won comfortably by half a length. Time, 2min 33^sec, EPSOM HANDICAP, 3,ooosovs. Im. Claro, 8.7 (Cracknell) 1 Quintus, 7.5 (O’Sullivan) 2

Polytheist, 8.4 (Harrison) 3 Lady Aura jumped out In the lead, closely followed by Salrak, The Hawk, Irish Rhythm, and Wish Wynne. The positions were little changed in the straight, where the field closed up, and entered in a body. Lady Aura, Salrak, Pteropod, and Claro were prominent, with Polytheist and Quintus following. At the distance Claro took charge altogether, and easily maintained an advantage, winning bv two lengths, with Ibree-nuarters of a length between second and third. Time, Imin 38scc.

SPRING STAKES, 2,50050v5. l|m. David (Toohey) 1 Rivoli (Brown) 2 Purser (Cairns) 3 There were eight starters. This race was regarded as a test between David and Rapine. In consequence of tho former’s brilliant track work during the week the crowd preferred his prospects to the New Zealander’s. Harvest King took tho lead, followed by Rivoli. David, and Rapine. Approaching tho mile post Fred Power moved to the front, and led past the six furlongs. David led into the straight, and though challenged by several others, including Rapine on the outside of tho field, ho maintained his advantage, and won by a neck. Time, 2min 33sec.

Squatters’ Handicap, l.OOOsovs. ljm.— Widun (8.8) 1, Drghton (7.4) 2, Prince Sandy (7.9) 3. There were sixteen starters. Evensong and Sandringham led the hunch till the distance, whore Dighton came awav, and looked a certain winner, till Wildnn forged to the front and won by a neck. Time, 2min sfsec. NAPIER PARK RACES, The totalisator on Saturday handled £13.520, compared with £12,167 last year. Concluding results: — Taradale Hurdles. Ifni. —Mountain Peer (10.0) 1, Toa Taua (10.3) 2, Highway (10.3) 3. Others; Birkenclla 9.11, Zeus 9.3. Three lengths. Time, 3min 0 l-ssec. Railway Handicap. 7f.—Martian Miss (8.1) 1, Tatau Tatau (8.5) 2, Gold Light (8.13) 3. Others Civiiform 8.10, Paonui 7.5, Megan 7.3, Simonetfc 7.3, Mosthcnes 7.0, Valley Rose 6.7.. Half-length. Time, Irnin lssoc. County Hack Handicap. 7f.—Queen’s Ferry (7.13) 1, Watchman (8.7) 2, Kalakaua (7.8) 3. Others; Communicate 8.3, Velvet King 7.13, Merry Bells 7.8, Scrnplico 7.5. Half-length. Time, Irnin 29seo. HAWKE’S BAY HANDICAPS. Tornoana Hurdles. Hm.-—Mountain Peer, Comical 11.2, Ton Taua 10.12, W'hiro 10.9, Tonterfiold 10.8, Maunga 10.4, Sweet Heather 10.1, Dirkenella 9.11, Fora 9.10, Akros 9,7, Diamond Nap 9.4, Gay Bobbie, Palm Oil, Import, Buckeye, Forenoon, Athens 11. 9.0. Spring Handicap. I,lm. —Admiral Godrington 9.2, Bonuctter 8.11, Cleasanta 8.5, First Salute 8.3, Haurangi 7.12, Patuki 7.11, Kahikatca, Kilhird 7.9, Paonui 7.5, Crown Star 7.3, Kaotano 6.12, Bagdad 6.10. Nursery Handicap. sf.—Rouox 8.9, Tanadees, King’s Folly, Christina, Subjection 8.0, Paula 7.13, Lamorack, Tlio Strand, Singer Boy 7.11, Polly Peachum, Augusta, Victoria, Wristlet, Miss Joyce, Hapuka filly 7.9, Coot 7.7, Gardant 7.6, Giglot 7.4. Glenaray Handicap. 9f,—.Toy Eido 9.12, Haurangi 9.8, Kilbird 9.6, Kaotano 8,8, Bagdad 8.6, Blissfulness 8.4, Birkouella, Megan 8.2, Detroit, Queen’s Ferry 7.10, Suspicion, Watchman 6.8, Sweet Heather, Good Mark, Parearah, Merry Bells, Boveuo 7.7. Flaxmero Handicap. 6f. —Watchman 9.0, All Marimba 8.12, Tawehi 8.7, Startle, Good Mark 8.6, Mountain Peer, Communicate 8.4, All Gold 8.0, Treadwell 7.13, The Author, Merry Bells, Velvet King, Novoko 7.11, Awangawanga, Whariti, Kirkwood, Semplics 7.7. Flying Handicap. 6f.—Civiiform 9.0, Martian Miss 8.13, Tatau Tatau 8.11, Megan, Mokero 7.4, Pitch 7.3, Mosthcnes 6.12, Valley Rose 6.9. INTERNATIONAL HORSE RACE. NEW YORK, September 28. Papyrus, who arrived in good condition, was greeted by thousands of racing enthusiasts, who thronged the pier to watch the Arklike disembarkation, as Papyrus, with his dog and cat, and favorite equine companion, descended a speci-ally-built 80ft gang plank. They were loaded into a primitive van, and proceeded to the race track, where Papyrus will begin training to-morrow. The Racing Association has announced that the prices for seats will range from a dollar and a-half to 22 dollars. These charges are expected to bring record receipts, since Belmont Park race track’s maximum capacity exceeds 100,000. The kaiaci .stated thatifaa weather- on the

voyago was most trying, but Papyrus withstood it with a minimum of discomfort, auguring well for the reproduction of his "top form.—A. aijTN.Z. Cable.

CANTERBURY NOTES. [Special to the 'Star.’] CHRISTCHURCH, October 1. J. M'Combe will not go on to the D.J.C. Meeting, but will bring his team home to Riocarton after the Kurow Meeting. At Riccarton on Saturday Parody, Gay Juliet, and Gold Town, who are engaged in the Dunedin Guineas, were sent seven furlongs together. Gay Juliet had the worst of the weights. Parody and Gay Juliet finished together well clear of Gold Town. Timo, train 32sec. Both fillies could have improved considerably on the time had they been asked. Gold Town does not appear to be any tiling near classic form, D.J.C. SORATCHINGS. Sunny Loch was scratched for the Mosgiei and Electric Handicaps and Prompter for the Taioma Handicap at 9 o’clock this morning. GOLF. HAWKE’S BAY LADIES. fPun United Press Association.) NAPIER, September 30. In the final of tho Hawke’s Bay ladies’ golf championship Mrs Oliver beat Miss Cato, 2 up and 1 to play.

AMERICAN PROFESSIONALS,

SARAZEN WINS.

NEW YORK, September 27. At Pelham, in the fourth round of the professional golfers' national championship, M’Lean defeated Kirkwood, 5 up and 4 to play; Sarazen defeated Barnes, 1 up; Hagen defeated M‘Lcod, 5 up and 4 to play.—A. and N.Z. Cable. September 28. In the semi-final round at Pelham Hagen defeated M’Lca-n, 12 up and 11 to play, and Sarazen defeated Cruickshank, 7 up end 5 to play.—A. and N.Z. Cable.

September 29,

Sarazen won tho final, defeating Hagen over twenty-eight holes. —A. and N.Z. Cable.

CRICKET IN SYDNEY,

The season in Sydney was opened on Saturday in glorious weather. The pitches were in excellent condition, and there was some tall scoring, E. Prentico and W. Bardsley making centuries and C. Ct. Macartney 77. J. 11. Gregory reappeared at the bowling crease, but was not iu top form. ATHLETICS. Hayden (New South Wales) won the East Melbourne Harriers’ Marathon of twenty-six miles 585yds against a strong head wind in 2h 58m 10s. SEAPLANE RACING. LONDON, September 29. The winner of the Schneider Cup was Lieutenant Rittenhoose, of the United Stales navy, who flew a Curtiss navy racer at a speed of over 177 miles an hour. Second place went to Lieutenant Irvine, of the United States navy, in a Curtiss machine. He occupied 74min s£sec. Captain Baird, whose disqualification was removed, was third, taking 81min 46sec. The solitary French starter alighted off Solsey Hill, and a lifeboat rescued the pilot. The seaplane was recovered.—Reuter.

BOXING.

PARKER BEATS OADMAN.

Before* an attendance of over 1,000 at Gisborne Eddie Parker (holder, 11.8) met Laurie Cadman (11.4) for the light heavyweight championship of New Zealand. The first seven rounds were very level, but Parker had a slight lead. In the eighth round Cadman was down four limes. On the last occasion, as Cadman was struggling to his feet, the referee motioned Parker back, and told him not to resume hostilities. It was seen then that the police inspector had risen, too, presumably with the object of giving instructions that the contest, should cease. The announcement that Parker was the winner met with a very cordial reception. CONTESTS IN AUSTRALIA. At the Sydney Stadium Marcio Villon knocked out “Packy” Macfarlane in the fifth round. The fight was sultry while it lasted. Tho loser was game, but was outclassed from the start. After the fight, during which Macfarlano was knocked down, his head striking tho floor heavily, he was sent to the hospital. His condition is somewhat serious.

At Melbourne, Semmens and Gordon put up a good even battle for ten rounds, when Semmens began to pile on the points and wore down Gordon. The referee stopped the fight in the fourteenth round to save the los -,r from further punishment.

A LISTLESS BOUT.

NEW YORK, September 28,

Joo ’Willing won the decision over Dwyer in a listless ten-roud bout.—A. and N.Z. Cable

his may be Hughie Dwyer, crack Australian, who arrived in America some time ago, and was recently reported to have undergone an operation.!