Race Comment Explainer



Original comment with matches highlighted:
took keen hold, held up behind leaders, furlong 2f out, led entering final , well
Matched phrases & meanings
PhraseMeaning
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.
Ran on The horse maintained or increased its speed in the final stages.
Keen The horse was fighting the jockey, wasting energy early.
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