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Official photo-finish at Newbury Spring Cup at Newbury, Berkshire. Winning Mr H. W
Official photo-finish at Newbury Spring Cup at Newbury, Berkshire. Winning Mr H.W.Smithers Coalition, D.I. Jones Up, second Sir Malcolm McAlpines Native Heath, E. Smith up[, Third Signalman, owned by Major G.S.L. Whitelaw ridden by J. Marshall and following are Fair Ray(6), Julian, the favourite (3), Deuces Wild (18), Pelota (10) and Royal Highlander (21)..
3 April 1949
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Media ID 11281195
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Greetings Card Large (A4)
Celebrate the thrill of victory with our exclusive range of Greetings Cards from Media Storehouse. This stunning image captures the electrifying moment of the Official Photo-Finish at the Newbury Spring Cup in Berkshire, with Mr H.W.Smithers Coalition crossing the finish line first. Add a touch of excitement to your special occasions with this beautifully detailed and authentic card, featuring the winning horse and jockey, D.I. Jones, alongside the runner-up, Sir Malcolm McAlpines Native Heath, E. Perfect for horse racing enthusiasts and fans of sport, this card is sure to impress and delight.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 29.7cm x 21cm (11.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29.7cm x 42cm (11.7" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Capturing the Thrilling Victory - Official Photo-Finish at Newbury Spring Cup
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this remarkable vintage print from April 3,1949, we are transported back to the electrifying atmosphere of the Newbury Spring Cup in Berkshire. The photo freezes a moment of intense anticipation as horses thunder towards the finish line, their jockeys giving it their all. At the center of attention is Mr H. W. Smithers Coalition, ridden by D. I. Jones and emerging triumphant in this exhilarating race. With every sinew strained and hearts pounding with excitement, Sir Malcolm McAlpines Native Heath, guided by E. Smith, trails closely behind for a well-deserved second place. The image also captures Third Place winner Signalman owned by Major G. S. L Whitelaw and skillfully ridden by J. Marshall as they gallop fervently towards victory. As our eyes wander across the frame, we catch glimpses of Fair Ray (6), Julian (the crowd favorite) (3), Deuces Wild (18), Pelota (10), and Royal Highlander (21). Each horse represents an untamed spirit fueled by ambition and determination. This photograph transports us to a time when horseracing was not just a sport but an event that united communities in shared passion and joy. It immortalizes a fleeting moment where dreams were realized or dashed within seconds—a testament to both human skill and equine prowess. Preserved through time, this historical snapshot serves as a
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