Race Comment Explainer

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Matched phrases & meanings

Phrase	Meaning
never on terms	A clear statement that the horse was never competitive in the race.
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.

Summary

• A clear statement that the horse was never competitive in the race.
• Running near the back of the field.
• Intentionally raced patiently at the back to save energy.
• The horse was moving up through the field.