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JOHN MADDEN HAS HOPES FOR SIR MARTIN. New York. May 1.1. — "I am greatly pleased with the form displayed so far by Sir Martin, and If ho wins the Derby. I shall feel that my long career as a breeder of race horses has been crowned with a priceless reward." said John Madden after Sir Mar tins great win of last Wednesday at Newmarket. "Sir Martin is a wonderful horse in every way. He has speed, stamina, courage and a splendid lis position. Some of" the English critics have expressed a doubt as to his ability to go the Derby route, but If he is lit 1 think youll see htm disprove some of th-se statements. I think Sir Martin will run a nice race in the Derby. His victory on Wednesday seems to indicate that he is well advanced in his training ane has become thoroughly ai-clinui ted. The Derby is a hard race |o win and Sir Martin will meet the best three year olds in the world. If he is vie torious all Americans should take part in the celebration."
