Race Comment Explainer



Original comment with matches highlighted:
held up in side, took hold, closed on outside 9th, outpaced after 2 out, soon weakened
Matched phrases & meanings
PhraseMeaning
Weakened The horse lost speed and dropped back through the field.
Outpaced Could not keep up with faster horses mid-race.
Held up Intentionally raced patiently at the back to save energy.
Rear Running near the back of the field.
Keen The horse was fighting the jockey, wasting energy early.
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