Race Comment Explainer



Original comment with matches highlighted:
held up in fore, ridden and went modest 3rd before 3 out, soon tailed off
Matched phrases & meanings
PhraseMeaning
tailed off A definitive statement that the horse was finished and effectively out of the race
Held up Intentionally raced patiently at the back to save energy.
Rear Running near the back of the field.
Summary