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backstretch

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back·stretch  (bkstrch)
n.
The part of an oval racecourse farthest from the spectators and opposite the homestretch.
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With regular rider Calvin Borel aboard, Rachel Alexandra took the lead on the backstretch.
Rachel Alexandra first filly to win Woodward Stakes by AFP / AFP American Edition
After rejoining the field, it was only seven laps later when he was skidding through the grass on the backstretch after getting caught up in an accident.
Christopher wins again by Telegram & Gazette (Worcester, MA)
Trainer John Moore's third Hong Kong Derby winner was settled at least eight lengths off the early lead, but a huge backstretch move took him into second within a matter of strides, and when asked to pick up the leader in the short Sha Tin straight, Collection responded in dazzling fashion.
Collection successful in Hong Kong Derby by The Racing Post (London, England)
 
 
 
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