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THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1933.

THREE CHAMPIONS EVENTS TO ATTRACT RACEGOERS

This is how Gordon Richards equalled Fred Archer's record of 246 win.. He is moen passing the winning post on El Senor in the Mitre Selling risin at Hurst Park. (Planet News),

MACAO'S BEST MEETING

MR. FROST'S SHREWD JUDGMENT ON WAKEFIELD

(By "Captain Foster")

The Meeting at Macao was an immense success, the fields were good, with close finishes in the majority o1 races, and jockeyship seen at its best. Those racing enthusiasts that made the journey from Hongkong were unanimous in voting the Meeting at the Portuguese Colony to be one of the best seen for many a long day.

Altogether a very pleasant day was spent at Macao and I shall not be surprised to see a large and enthusiastic attendance at the next Meeting which will be held on January 14, 1934. The Stewards, I understand, are preparing a very attractive pro- gramme of seven events, handicaps for 'D' and 'E' class ponies predominating.

Purely as an experiment, no 1 understand, the steamer Taishan last Sunday was berthed at a new Wharf in the inner harbour, shor- toning the journey very appreciab- ly, and it is to be hoped that steamers lor future Meetings will go to the same Wharf, as, apart from curtailing the voyage unch way by half an hour, at feast, the drive to the course is much quieter} and more pleasant, as one escapes the nose and traffle of the con- geated main atroots.

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I fear, however, many will dis- agree with me; contending that the customary Wharf to be the more convenient for the majority of the passengers, ne they usually sociate the trip with shopping and the more important flutter at Fantan. The Steamboat Co.. will doubtless give this matter thoir attention, and will arrange their next berthing to meet the wishes of the masses.

The Racing

Pure Music ran away with the Novico Handicap (the opening raco) by aix longthe pulling up. This was the tameat race of tho

day..

Sporting Chatter By Capt. Foster

A NEW DERBY CANDIDATE

(By "Captain Foster")

Since September last when Derby Griffins commenced to arrive in the Colony in batches, and when each batch made their appearance on the course, all and sundry had their say in selecting the winner of next year's chief Classic. No less than seven griffins have already been pointed out to me as the potential winner, and every one of them has sinco faded into obscurity.

HOW GORDON DID IT

GREAT FEAT DESCRIBED

Fifty thousand people flock- ed to Hurst Park to see Richards Do It, writes & homeskie sporting correspond-| ent in describing how Fred Archer's record was equalled.

It rained in torrents until just before the Race That Made History. But they did not care. They put up umbrellas and went on talking eagerly about Richards, Richards, Richards.

He was riding in six races. It seemed impossible that he could manage to win at least one of thee.

The first race was 1.0. He rode a horse called Stratfold. It started favourite-but it finished nowhere.

The crowd refused to be down- cast. And as the sun came out for the next race they looked up and. said. "It's an omen."

THE GREAT HUSH. The Mitre Selling Plate was the next race. Richards came out to ride El Senor.

The race was run in deadly silence. After one mighty shout ""They're of!" the crowd was stilled. Even the bookies stop- ped shouting.

Almost under their breaths, people were muttering, "Come on, Gordon!"

And then he won! Riding superbly, reins held loosely in those sure hands, it was as if El Senor knew just how much was at stake, And he ran Ilke the wind.

In the Chu Kinng Handicap, third section, we saw an excit-{ The commonly expressed SussSUDN ing due! between City of Shang- Stable have just landed their string hai and Baguio, the former of five griñins, and this stable' is hard ridden-getting up in the now freely mentioned as harbouring last stride and snatching the the likely winner of the local 'blue verdict by a short head.

riband of the turf. They are ad- For the Chien Tang Klang mittedly a fine looking lot of ponies, Handicap, we were treated to and it would be hard to fault the

And a deafening roar swept over most thrilling finish. For the last Grey and the two Bays. Each one the course. Umbrellas were flung hundred yards, any one of tho of them-according to local gossip into the air. And thousands of five startors appeared to have a good enough to win the Derby, people began to sing "For he's a winning chance, and I thought the so I have now ten potential winners Jolly good fellow." Issue would be between Gold Key of the one race. The list will most

and California, Wakefield seemed

to me to be somewhat boxed in Mr. Froat, however, showed good

probably be enlarged upon when the next shipment arrives,

CORRECT OWNERSHIP.

judgment in extricating himself I am, however, able to correct the

MR. THOMAS CHEERS.

As he enmo into the paddock holding El Senor's head high the cheer, The

by taking a pull and making his frequently expresed statement of jockeys have him a run on the outside. Wakefield, Ownership of the Sassoon string of Stewards gave him a cheer. The whon settled, camo with a pulponies. They are not owned by Sir crowd gave him lots of cheers. yorlaing rush to win readily by a Victor Sassoon, Bart, and will not Then Mr. Jimmy Thomas, hat in longth.

therefore race under the nom de hand and binoculars in the The ever-groen African Evo com plume of Mr. Eve. The ponies are other, gave a special cheer.all by

himself.. fortably withstood the opposition owned jointly by Sir Victor San- In the second section of the Chuaoon, Mr. 'Nunky' Sassoon and Mr. Klang Handleup by winning by a H.H.H. Priestley, and will race un- longth and a half,

A koon tussle was seen between Cebu and Iron Grey, and the former gradually coming away in the last twenty-five yards or so, eventually won by half a longth. Adom once again, disappoint- ed. He got well away at the start and seemed to be running well within himself until coming

The din was car-splitting. Swarms of special police appear.

der the name of Mr. HEM. cached from nowhere, and surging letter standing as follows:-

I for Altch Altch, nom de plume for Mr. Priestley.

E for Eve, nom de-plume for Sir Victor Sassoon.

M for Morn, nom-de-plume for Mr. 'Nunky Sassoon.

Mr. C. B. Brown has imported a

into the straight, when he crack-shapoly buy Derby Griffin, and if ‚ed up, apparently he had shot shape counts for anything I think his bolt as there was no response the alimal will more likely than when naked to come away,

not be heard of on race days. The Meeting .concluded with the Ladies Handicap which is always

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Dr. S. To Wong has purchased a

a popular feature of the day.A bay Derby griffin,, and Dr. Leo-n hold of nine faced the starter, the now racing enthusiast has acquire favourite Esk winning nicely by aled two nice looking griffins, length, and Gallant Fox-coming

round Richards, made an impasa- fable cordon to hold back the wild- ly-excited crowd who wanted to carry him shoulder high round the paddock.

'He 'dropped for once his grlm mask of taciturnity, and his face beamed with joy. "That's fine, he sold "El Senpt is a great | horse, and I was lucky to be well placed in the draw."

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Not a word about himself.

MRS. RICHARDS' JOY... Mrs. Richards, warmly wrapped up in a thick fur coat, and wearing a little hat, stood by the rails in the grand stand, beaming with joy.

"Oh, I am delighted," she said, and I do hope he rides just one

WARRINGTON AND DIANA BAY CERTAINTIES

ONE KEEN DUEL PROMISED

NIGHT STAR AND WOODLAND STAG

TO FIGHT FOR QUEENSLAND

CHAMPIONS ·

(By "Capt. Foster").

very much fear that the programme at happy valley to-morrow will not be productive of keen racing, as both Diana Bay and Warring ton are almost cast-iron certainties for their respective Champion races. The Queensland Champions should however result in a good race between Night Star and Woodland Stag.

DECEMBER, HANDICAP.

Hetman should easily account for this race. Gold Key, according to my informant, will not start here, but no definite decision has been made. I think, however, he will compete in this event, in which case he will bo my second choice. Powerful King will, I think, fill the third place.

TARDY STAKES.

I do not expect to see more than three storlers here and it is, to me, n toss up whether Daylight Evo or Pride of Taingtao will be returned the winner. On form the Tally Ho entrant should win but Pride of

Taingtao is going great guns ab the moment. His gallop of one and a half miles last Saturday in 3-20 with a last half in 1-03 with 80 pct., dead for the finishing quarter was most convincing. His connections are sanguine and, I gather, are that satisfled in their own minds

City Of Melbourne.

Capt. Foster's Final Selections Will Appear To-morrow

Glitters are also fancied for the third position. The former pears to me to be the better stayer and will accordingly have my vote.

DILATORY PLATE.

The largest field of the day will face the startor for this race. Maria Petra galloped nicely, in company with Warrington last) Tuesday morning, and I was im pressed. Wembly Stag must be concerned with the finish and I fully expect to see him register an- other win for Messrs. Hall & Shen- ton. Ajax should be taken serious- ly and he might very easily upset the apple-cart. Stickypast "cannot be ignored, and Helter Skeltor might spring a surprise.

FINALE PLATE.

Whatever Mr. Botelho rides will be dangerous but I do not think he has made up his mind as to which

DAILY DOUBLE-

TECUMSEH

AND THE GOAT -Capt. Foster

Protected by the polles from the huge crowds who tried to mob him In their enthunaam. Ricnarda'is seen wailing back to. tua paddock attor equaling Archer's record on El Señor. (Planet 'Nows).

TRAINING NOTES

SIR WILLIAM · PEEL'S' NELL GWYN SHOWS IMPROVEMENT

SAUCY FACE FINE MOVER: SUBS DO SOME HEALTHY WORK

(By "Capt. Foster")

It was cold and raw last Wednesday morning, but the weather did not prevent a good muster of Owners from attending 'the rails' to watch the morning's work. I kept my eyes open, but with as many as 250 ponies go- ing and coming off the course in the space of two hours, it was impossible for me to observe all the gallops. was, however, able to "ching" about two dozen "pows" and I give them herewith:-

AUSTRALIANS.

These animals are now commenc- ing to do faster work.

Ills Excellency the Governor's Nell Gwyn last week-end negotiat- ed of a mile in 1-39 2/5, the last 1⁄2 in 1-00 2/5, hvith a final 1⁄4 in 29 2/6. Last Tuesday morning she sprinted down the straight In 25 | 2/6 without au escort. She im- presses one more and more each time you look at her,.

|2-23, Inat 34 in 1-46, last 1⁄2 in

1-10, lust 14 in 34.

Mr. Li Po-chun's In Good Time negotiated the last of a milo in 1-47, last 4 in 1-09, last 4 in 83,

Mr. Dynasty's King Willow want steadily, the last 4 of a mile tak- ing 1-60, 3/5, Inst in 1.10 and Inst in 32.

DERBY GRIFFINS.

Quite a number of Derby candi- dates also cantered but I shall not refer to them until they have all been named.

Mrs. Lewis' St. Joan and Mrs. Tinson's Bag Tor galloped à mil- In company in 2-12 2/5,`lant: In 1-36 2/6. last in 1-01 2/6, 18st | ADVOCATING

in 29. A good gallop.

Mr. Brish's Macbeth rather sur-

they have got the race safe in their much fancied and Mr. Donald of a mile in 1-38 1/5, last 1⁄2 in pony he will take out. The Goat is fprised me when I found bo covered keeping.

Block has an even chance of leaving 59 1/5, last 4 in 27 4/5.. the ranks of Novices after this event.

HONGKONG AUTUMN

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CHAMPIONS. Dina Bay will start a raging favourite here but Trentbridge will give her a good gallop. With a good course I expect to see a fast time registered. Sadko I gather will be the only other starter In the

race.

BARRIER REEF HANDICAP,

This race will liven up the after- noon's proceedings and a good race should-be witnessed. I cannot see

City of Melbourne, Evening Star or

THE DAILY DOUBLE EVENT. I fancy TECUMSEH and THE GOAT.

Mr. C. B. Brown's Flummery was also sent along for a mile, full time being 2-10, last in 1-35. last 1⁄2 In 1-03, last 4 in 31.

A FINE MOVER.

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SWEEPSTAKES

The Duke of Sutherland has put down the following question for de bate in the House of Lords at an early date:--

"To nsk His Majesty's Govern- ment whether they will consider a change in the law in regard to sweepstakes in this country, and whether, in view of the fact that The Samson stable galloped several other important countries pormit sweepstakes for tho urgent AN OLD PUBLICgether and they took 2-11 4/5 for to deprive ourselves of this valuable Saucy Face and Cheeky Face to-needs of charity, we shall continue

FAVOURITE

RETURN OF BOXING

EVE

Friar Tuck, being in the picture. Wolin will run well and most pro- bably win, but I have a quiet fancy for Tscumsch, Ngtuk may not be

Boxing E-the property of Mir, forward enough In condition to be dangerous. I do not fancy Ration.Ere has returned to the Colony Changte han done 2-01 for the mile after spending the best part of this in a recent gallop but I was not year in Shanghai. impressed with her falsh, but she may run better in a race."

PROFESSIONAL CUP & SUB GRIFFINS' CHAMPIONS. Warrington is definitely my pick, and Vigilance should finish second. I cannot ace any of the other starters disputing these two post- up very fast-secured second place. Mosary. Hall & Shenton's Derby

tions. Finding the third pony is by heading The Loafer in the last candidato come here with the best

not quite so simple, but I think three or four striden. Miss Beryl of credentials, the animal, I under-more winner,

Burgemaster and Partnership will Fair was the recipient of a silver stand, having been purchased

make a good race for it: If any memonto for her popular win through two of the shrewdosti "Back him?

thing I favour the entry of the which she thoroughly deserved.

"No, I never bet, but this time "Mayor of Talpoo" Judges in China of a raco pony. Both Mr. Leo Frost (on City of Rumour has it that the Li & Lis I almost wish I had." Shanghai and Wakefield) and Mr. Stable have a very good grin still

ARCHER'S SPURS AND WHIPS. Ilcard (particularly on Cebu) fa Shanghai,, and that it will be fairly excalled themselves, and I called "Soldier of China." This Mr. E. T. Thornton-Smith states do not think they have been scon animal is reputed to be vastly that he intends to present the hte to better advantage. Their judg- superior to "Soldier of Britain". Fred Archer's whip and spurs, mont very materially helped their and If this roport is true, these which ho recently purchased at a mounts to catch the judge's eye at Ownern should feel most optimistic | London auction room, to Gordon the crucial moment.

na rogards their Derby prospecta, Richards:

QUEENSLAND AUTUMN

CHAMPIONS.

It will be interesting to recall

that this pony made his initial bow

the mile, last 4 in 1-33 4/5, inst source of wealth, when it is prac in G9 4-5, last 14 in 29 4/5. The tically impossible in these dars to formor impressed me very much; raise the funds needed for hospitals she is a fine mover.

and charitable institutions by or

I clocked Mr. Topside's Hill Cat,dinary methods.” the time for 4 of a tile being 1-33. 3/5, Inst 1-01 3/6, lost in 31 3/5. I do not fancy this mara

Mrs. Dunbar's Princess An- geline went nicely for a mille in 2-06 1/5, last 4 in 1-34 4/5, last In 1-02 2/5, last 1⁄4 In 29 4/5. liked her very much.

The gallop of the morning was

to the Hongkong public as far back that of Fanling Stag, owned by as the Annual Meeting of 1928. Ha Miss Shenton. This golding, with has won many races at the Happy last 4 in 1-32. last 4 in 1-01, last Mr. Frost up, covered tho milo 2-02, valley, and in his best days, was, ain.30, Individual quarters being hard one to boat,

30., 31, 31, 30,

work.

Big Price For Pharos Yearling

MR. J. RANK'S. PURCHASE

Belle, by Cyllene,

W. Payne, the Epsom trainor, More than one record has been Both Atlas and Dinty were out acting for Mr. J. V. Rank, has broken by him, but all these have before I got to the course but I bought for £3,000, the yearling since been lowered through the gather they indulged in only light chesnut celt by Pharos out of Tres raising of the height of a pony, and the consequent Introduction of a SUBSCRIPTION GRIFFINS;. bigger type of animal. When hej Arst ran here, racing was confined work, the majority of them going The 'Subs' are doing good healthy to ponies measuring not more than for long stendy canters, and the

distance.

das The vendor was the well-known breeder Mr. H. R. Lawrence, who is and returning to Argentina, i retiring from bloodstock breeding

Many fancy Night Star but 13 hands, 2 inches. Of all his times recorded are not for their full last September exceeded the pries Fow yearlings sold at Doncaster Woodland Stag will also be a favourite with many. We should jockeys, the old warrior showed a

which has been paid for this in- however, ane a good race and Ivory decided preference to Mr.

Mr. Leong Kwok-cheong's Caval-pressive-looking Pharos colt am inclined to plump' for the 'Star Bob Charles, under whom he always cada and Mr. H. Y. Liang's Iron- The dam, Tres Bells, has brad pony. What's That and Lucy "ran his best races,

aldes galloped together, list mile | Picaro, Capricho, and Blue Train,*;