Mr, Hochstroem's dun Schwalbe. ies came to the post, out of an entry of five. "White Rose led over the first hurdle, Schwalbe following, Pow-Wow "third and Hens fourth. The fence gave way under Achwalbe's feet. The second hurdle was cleared in good style, but at the third, Hengist made mistake, and, stumbling, threw his rider, who was, however, soon. upandoff again, noti ing thathe had lost lengths beyond all hopes of redemption. White Rose still led over the next fight, but on arriving at the fourth jump, Schwalbe collared White Rose, and ran with him till a] the fifth hurdle, when Schwalbe took first place, and was not headed, taking the last jump in good style, and winning by about four lengths.
Tarep Day.
Wednesday, 2nd May, 1877.
The weather on Wednesday was again brilliant, a gentle breeze tempering the rather oppressive rays of an und Ben; ath the shelter of the Grand Stand, the temperature was delightfully cool, but outside the heat was great, and umbrellas and pith and straw hats were the fashion. The attendance early in the day was but scanty, but after tiffin the Grand Stand and enclosure presented a very animated appearance, there being more spectators than on either of the preceding days, There was also a goodly sprinkling of ladies, and all that was wanted to complete the general enjoyment was some music. Belle Vue was also numerously attended, as well asthe outside stands. The Stewards deserve praise for the punctuality with which time was observed, the sport closing; each day at a commendably early hour, in fact on Tuesday and yesterday before sundown, 'The general arrangements were good, and although much confusion was Sxpetienced on the road leading to the course, and also at the entrance to the Grand' Stand, consequent on the large number of jinrikshas and wheelbarrows plying for hire, the Police carefully kept the middle of the thoroughfare clear, and not a single collision or accident of any kind occurred, The course was a flying one, being in the best possible order, though towards five o'clock it became dusty and somewhat hard. Owing to some reason, however, the running was not so good as on former occasions though why, under what must be considered very favourable conditions, the pace should have been slower than usual, is inexplicable. One exception must be made, however, s to the mile-and-a-half for the Shanghai Club Cup, it being covered in 3 min. 19} secs., as against the Great Northern Handicap, over the min, 21} soco. hut Spring, in which time same distance, was won by Only. The Great Northern, on this occasion, was made a plate race over three-quarters of a mile, and wss won by Rajah in 1 min. 33 secs., the same distance having been covered last Spring, in the Merchants' Cup, by Wild Moor in 1 min. 32} secs. 'The Ladies' Purse was considered 80 certain for Black Satin, that only two others entered the field against him. He won easily in 2 min. 51} secs., against 2 min. Ome i hich he won the same prize jast year. The Kiangen Plate was an easy victory for Wild Idea over Maraudeur, in entering the, straight Prstidigitateur was seen to ea oe po a strong and much more rapid stride, and quickly passing everything before him with a rash, he went a winner amid loud cheers. The time was by this effort reduced to less than that at either the last Spring or Autumn meetings, atthe former it having been done by veteran Ravenshoe in min. 42sees., and at the latter by Sport in min, 43 seos,—2min, 39} secs. must therefore be considered very geod time indeed.
pion," Black Satin's friends laying freely Eight, ponies started for the "Cham and 3 to 1 on him, and Suavita second favourite. But the result showed that the Black was again overrated, Suavité and Fiesco running the third dead heat of the meeting for first place, beating the favourite by several lengths. The finish was hailed with immense excitement on the Stand; cries of" Suavita," " Fiesco," "Suavité," "Suavite," arising as it appeared that either pony had the advantage in the neck and neck race home, *and it finally seemed to the on-lookers that Swavitt had headed his opponent. But it is notoriously impossible to judge from the Stand; and "a dead heat" was the verdict of the Judge.
The owners decided to run the race again after the ponies had had a short rest, and at 5.45 the saddling bell rung for the deciding heat. Fiesco had considerably the call in the betting, though on what ground it was dificult 6 ace, as the grey Tooked to us the fresher of the two as they: walked out on the course, The race was a fine tone till near the end, and another exciting finish seemed in prospect, when Fiesco swerved badly (just before reaching Belle Vue) and put himself practically out of the race, We do not believe, however, that the mishap altered the result, though it undoubtedly accounted for two of the four lengths by which he was beaten.
In connection with this meeting, it ought tobe mentioned that four familiar faces were missed from among the "mounts," notably of two who have, we believe, not been absent previously for at least twelve years.
1.—Tay Suaxouar Oxvs Cur.—Value, 8335.—Presented by Members of the Shanghai Club, added to a Sweepstakes of Tls. 5.—For China Ponies bond fide Griffins at date of entry.—Weight for inches as per scale.—Tho Winner of the Derby to carry 10Ibs, extra.—One Mile and a Half.
Micawber's di fenry't Long St. Andrew's grey Patric 2G. Lucas' grey Roguefort The betting was in favour of Fieseo, Infatuation and Suavité—Fiésco preferred, but at no long odds. At starting, Patrician and Roguefort showed in front, the Amin. 43 secs.
The Chou-shang-kink Cup flag being lowered to a good start, after brought only eight to the post out of an entry of 27. rwasrathe the favourite, some little trouble in getting, the, field together, Suavité and Prestidigitateur with Rajah next for choice, Patrician soon joined the leaders, and from Belle being also held to have a good chance; 'Vue to nearly the Stables' corner the four and for once the result justified the selection of the favourite. The time gallopped almost in me, Fieco going last several lengths. Suavité shortly after was 2 min. 10} secs., a second over that ing the Stables got his head in front, of last year. The-Consolation brought out patrician second, and Prestidigitateur third, eleven competitors, notwithstanding that but at the }-mile post, the latter so far im-Prestidigitateur was known to be going. He proved his position as to deprive Suavitd of is, however, a lazy animal, and although the lead, carrying it, on for some distance at heian gallop fast if he likes, he is so uncer-a strong pace. Infatuation also made a tain that the chances are almost even rush, and obtained second place. They whether he will allow himself to be passed passed the Monument in this order, and or exert himself to get to the front. For. on coming into the straight Prestidigitateur more than half the distance, the time still led, but Mr. Toots coming up fast, was unusually slow, and many fancied went into second place at Morriss' bungalow, that Wild Whim would be conqueror. and a rap, 5 ponies, Fiesco rushing through his But, to almost everybody's surprise, on sticceeded in going into fifth place, but he
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