| Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Mid-division | Running in the middle of the pack. |
| Ridden out | The jockey encouraged the horse to the finish without the whip, often in an easy win. |
| Challenged | Attempted to overtake another horse. |
| Stayed on | Continued to finish but without closing the gap significantly. |
| Held up | Intentionally raced patiently at the back to save energy. |
| Headway | The horse was moving up through the field. |
| Rear | Running near the back of the field. |