A UNIQUE FEATURE.

Sun (Christchurch), Volume VI, Issue 1785, 3 November 1919, Page 6

A UNIQUE FEATURE.

PRE-CUP ISSUE OF "TROTTING JOURNAL." TRAINERS* VIEWS OK THE BIGr RACE. In view of the unprecedented interest that is being aroused in sporting circles by the New Zealand Trotting Cup, the "Trotting Journal" has made a special effort on behalf of its readers and lightharness followers generally. This week's issue—the last word before the battle—contains, among other features, a symposium of opinion on their horses' chances, obtained from all those trainers who will be represented in the big event o( the year. When approached by a " Journal'' representative on this exciting topic, Messrs Pringle, Holmes, Franks, Bryce, Jarden, Price, Wilson, Henderson, Cockerill, Pollock and Fleming very obligingly consented to, discuss Oup possibilities, including the work and condition of their individual charges. It was a rare concession: unique, we fancy, in the history of trotting. The result Is a series of expert views of commanding importance At this stage. For instance, Franks talks candidly about the "mystery horse," Oinako, concerning whom everybody is guessing. Pringle discourses on the disadvantage of being behind a quick beginner and free-goer off the ' front. Bryce emphasises the difficulties of the back-markers. Veteran "Newt" Price, Sherwood's -mentor and driver, is a trifle troubled over John Dillon's dangerous burst of speed. And so on. Each interview is accompanied by a photograph of the spokesman. Supporting this striking feature are the final judgments of the "Journal's" two experts, "Mascot" and "Hambletonian," and a record setting forth the best performances of the Oup horses in the last 15 months. In addition, racegoers will find the article ' 'Pointers for Addington," and a page of general track and stable gossip, both readable and helpful. The "Journal" will be procurable on the streets this evening.