Race Comment Explainer



Original comment with matches highlighted:
took keen hold, held up in ame , driven over 2f out, kept on same pace inside final
Matched phrases & meanings
PhraseMeaning
Kept on The horse maintained its speed well to the finish.
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).
Rear Running near the back of the field.
Keen The horse was fighting the jockey, wasting energy early.
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