Race Comment Explainer

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Matched phrases & meanings

Phrase	Meaning
Towards rear	Running near the back of the field.
Plugged on	Kept going without showing much pace.
One pace	The horse maintained its speed but could not accelerate or quicken.
Held up	Intentionally raced patiently at the back to save energy.

Summary

• Running near the back of the field.
• Kept going without showing much pace.
• The horse maintained its speed but could not accelerate or quicken.
• Intentionally raced patiently at the back to save energy.