Garrison finish

noun Gar·ri·son finish \ˈga-rə-sən-\

Definition of GARRISON FINISH

: a finish in which the winner comes from behind at the end

Edward H. “Snapper” Garrison, †1930 American jockey

First Known Use: 1890

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