Substitutes, or replacements, for horses which are scratched from a race which is limited to a number of starters. The 'emergency starters' are drawn up by ballot or lottery to take the place of any runner that is withdrawn. Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glossary_of_Australian_and_New_Zealand_punting
Situations or conditions having a high probability of disabling or immediately life-threatening consequences or requiring first aid or other immediate intervention. ... (12 Dec 1998) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
Substitutes, or replacements, for horses which are scratched from a race which is limited to a number of starters. The 'emergency starters' are drawn up by ballot or lottery to take the place of any runner that is withdrawn. Found on http://www.translationdirectory.com/glossaries/glossary152.htm