| Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Towards rear | Running near the back of the field. |
| Plugged on | Kept going without showing much pace. |
| One pace | The horse maintained its speed but could not accelerate or quicken. |
| 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). |
| Keen | The horse was fighting the jockey, wasting energy early. |