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A page from The Illustrated London News showing a diagram by unknown photographers, comparing a single-exposure race finish to a photo finish. The race pictured is the finish of the Oaks at Epsom on 8th June 1962, in which the French horse Monade beat West Side Story by the narrowest of margins(hotly followed by Irish horse Tender Annie). The context victory was settled using a photo finish print of the event, the lower image on this page. Date: 1962
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1962 Compared Diagram Exposure Finish Illusion Jun18
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In the thrilling world of horse racing, every inch and fraction of a second can make a significant difference in determining the winner. This image from The Illustrated London News, dated June 16, 1962, showcases an intriguing comparison between a traditional single-exposure race finish and a groundbreaking photo finish. The photograph on the left illustrates the excitement and chaos of a horse race's final moments. Jockeys, horses, and spectators are frozen in the heat of the competition as Monade, a French horse, and West Side Story, an American contender, cross the finish line almost inseparably. The image on the right, however, reveals the truth behind this close call: a photo finish print that definitively settles the outcome. The Oaks at Epsom, a prestigious horse race for three-year-old fillies, played host to this dramatic finish on June 8, 1962. Monade, ridden by French jockey Jean-François D'Oriola, edged out West Side Story by the narrowest of margins, with Irish horse Tender Annie following closely behind. The context of this victory was particularly significant, as it marked the first time a photo finish was used to officially determine the winner in British horse racing. The diagram on this page, created by unknown photographers, offers a fascinating look at the illusion of a single-exposure finish versus the objective reality of a photo finish. The former, as depicted in the left image, can sometimes leave room for interpretation and controversy. The latter, as demonstrated in the lower image, provides an undeniable and precise record of the race's outcome. This comparison not only highlights the importance of technology in sports but also underscores the thrill and unpredictability of horse racing.
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