Race Comment Explainer



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held up towards rear, pushed along and , well from last when jumped right
Matched phrases & meanings
PhraseMeaning
Pushed along The jockey started to urge the horse (hand-riding, not necessarily using the whip).
Towards rear Running near the back of the field.
home turn This is the final bend or corner of the track, just before the horses enter the final straight run to the finish line.
Outpaced Could not keep up with faster horses mid-race.
Kept on The horse maintained its speed well to the finish.
Held up Intentionally raced patiently at the back to save energy.
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