| Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Short of room | Blocked or crowded by other horses, unable to make progress. |
| Towards rear | Running near the back of the field. |
| Held up | Intentionally raced patiently at the back to save energy. |
| Headway | The horse was moving up through the field. |
| Ran on | The horse maintained or increased its speed in the final stages. |