Race Comment Explainer



Original comment with matches highlighted:
mounted on chute, held up towards rear, some 3f out, long approaching final
Matched phrases & meanings
PhraseMeaning
Towards rear Running near the back of the field.
Weakened The horse lost speed and dropped back through the field.
Held up Intentionally raced patiently at the back to save energy.
Furlong Unit of distance; one furlong is 1/8 of a mile (approx. 200 meters).
Headway The horse was moving up through the field.
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