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Two favourites dip-out in Intermediate semi-finals

Two favourites dip-out in Intermediate semi-finals

The top two Intermediate classd shearers in New Zealand this summer have both missed-out on qualifying for the final of their event at the Golden Shears in Masterton.

Hugh De Lacy, of Fernside in North Canterbury, and Geraldine-based Chilean shearer Luis Pincol, are the top two on Shearing Sports New Zealand In termediate rankjing, based on performances throughout the season.

But today it was a different story as they were among the 18 in the semi-finals, both failing to make the top six for the final to be shorn tomorrow afternoon(Saturday).

De Lacy, who won the Pahiatua Shears Intermediate final last Sunday, just missed – by 0.129pts.

The six qualifiers include two overseas shearers.

The six qualifiers in order of qualifying are: Kaleb Foote (Waikaretu), Marshall Guy (Kaeo), Michael Herlihy (Matiere), Marley Waihape (Mataura), Nick Greaves (England), Elgan Jones (Wales).

ENDS

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