The Archive · 1940

Fairy Starling Wins Champions

Surprise Victory Over Roehampton and Bagshot — With Much-Favoured Vim Unplaced

Shanghai, Mar. 31. WEEPING through the field with a magnificent burst of speed in the last furlong, Fairy. Starling, starter, with the able assistance of H.P. little-fancied "Horse Power"

Chanson, defeated the inseparable Roehampton and Bagshot, who were second and third respectively, to win the LR.C. Champions after a close race which was climaxed by a thrilling neck and neck finish. To the lucky person who drew Fairy Starling (ticket number 13771) went $42,728, representing the first prize, while ticket number 29352 drew second prize, $12,208, At the drop of the flag White Willie shot way into the lead but

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