The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC October competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 17: Famous racehorse,almost fit at former weight.

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A clue to EQUIPOISE.
2 comments refer to this clue (from 2 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Reference is rather too obscure without some indication of the source.
2.Marks for the obscure reference – don't think the surface quite works, and at is superfluous.