King Edward VIIas a sportsman . ression of his friends aspirations. The flag fell to an even start ; Minoru held asufficiently good place, and was just where his jockeywished him to be when more than half the distancehad been covered. Here, however, a disaster Martin either crossed his legs or struck intoanother horse—precisely what did happen has neverbeen clearly stated. At any rate the American colt fell,and some of those who were behind him necessarilysuffered. Bayardo, it was said, had to be pulled outof the way to avoid the fallen horse, thereby losingmany lengths, and excus
King Edward VIIas a sportsman . ression of his friends aspirations. The flag fell to an even start ; Minoru held asufficiently good place, and was just where his jockeywished him to be when more than half the distancehad been covered. Here, however, a disaster Martin either crossed his legs or struck intoanother horse—precisely what did happen has neverbeen clearly stated. At any rate the American colt fell,and some of those who were behind him necessarilysuffered. Bayardo, it was said, had to be pulled outof the way to avoid the fallen horse, thereby losingmany lengths, and excuses were made for one ortwo others. As to Bayardo, an excellent photographof the race goes to prove that he can have beenlittle affected, for the picture shows him, just afterTattenham Corner had been rounded, in as gooda position as a jockey could desire at this point ofthe race. Most fortunately Minoru escaped, havingbeen a little in front at the time when Sir Martin 212 *-* MINORUFr07n a Painting by Lynwood Palmer. Racing came down. The purple and scarlet jacket was pro-minent at Tattenham Corner, with Louviers in closeattendance, Lord Michelhams William the Fourthwell up, and Lord Carnarvons Valens near. ButMinoru was galloping with unflagging vigour. Thefamiliar outburst of enthusiasm began to well forthwhile yet the leaders were nearly a furlong fromhome, more cautious spirits trusting that it was notpremature ; for it was obvious that the fight must bea desperate one. Herbert Jones, well placed on therails, strove with all his strength and skill ; Stern, whohad come over from France to ride Louviers, respondedwith equal energy. No one but the judge could saywhat had been the result, when, to the general joy, thehoisting of the numbers proclaimed a Royal victory. fillies, 8 St Derby Stakes of ^^6450Colts, 9 St His Majestys Minoru Mr. Walter Raphaels Louviers Lord Michelhams William the Fourth Lord Carnarvons Valens . Mr. Fairies Bayardo . Mr. A. H. Ledlies Elec
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