| Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| No extra | Did not improve or accelerate when asked. |
| Outpaced | Could not keep up with faster horses mid-race. |
| Furlong | Unit of distance; one furlong is 1/8 of a mile (approx. 200 meters). |
| Handy | Running very near the leaders (usually 2nd, 3rd, or 4th). |