THE FRAUD OF A DERBY 



and his friends that they must be prepared for 

 another scrutiny, as probably ttiey would be 

 required to prove their declarations in a court 

 of law. 



It was a large field for the great race on 

 May 22nd, no less than twenty-nine horses coming 

 under the orders of the starter. The Ugly Buck 

 was favourite at 9 to 4, with Ratan supported 

 at 5 to 2. Running Rein, whose condition was 

 greatly admired, started at 10 to i, the rest of the 

 field being quoted at much longer odds. Before 

 the race the Stewards assembled the jockeys and 

 warned them that any infraction of the rules of 

 starting would be visited with the extreme penalty. 

 At three o'clock the flag fell, and Leander ^ made 

 the running at a great pace with the Ugly Buck 

 in close attendance, followed by Running Rein. 

 When half a mile had been covered Leander was 

 seen to falter, and the horse was pulled up, as 

 he had broken his off hind leg. Running Rein 

 then rapidly passed his horses and took a clear 

 lead, followed by the Ugly Buck. Enveloped in 

 a cloud of dust, they came round Tattenham 

 Corner, at which point the race began in earnest. 

 It was then seen to be a struggle to catch the rider 

 in the white jacket. The Ugly Buck was beaten, 

 and Colonel Peel's pair followed the leader home. 

 Orlando made a gallant effort ; he got within 

 half a length of Running Rein, but could not 

 sustain the pressure, and Mr. Wood's horse won 



I There was much controversy at the time concerning this 

 animal. Conflicting veterinary reports were made as to his age. 

 and the horse, having been destroyed and buried after his accident, 

 was subsequently exhumed. 



