Race Comment Explainer



Original comment with matches highlighted:
held up towards rear, from 2f out, short of room inside final 1100yds,
Matched phrases & meanings
PhraseMeaning
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.
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