Race Comment Explainer



Original comment with matches highlighted:
held up towards rear, some out after 4th, weakene from 3 out, gradually from 2 out
Matched phrases & meanings
PhraseMeaning
Towards rear Running near the back of the field.
Weakened The horse lost speed and dropped back through the field.
Outpaced Could not keep up with faster horses mid-race.
Held up Intentionally raced patiently at the back to save energy.
Headway The horse was moving up through the field.
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