| Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| headed inside final | The horse lost the lead very late, within the last |
| Short of room | Blocked or crowded by other horses, unable to make progress. |
| Furlong | Unit of distance; one furlong is 1/8 of a mile (approx. 200 meters). |
| Faded | The horse lost speed and dropped back through the field. |