Many stores were taken and much more, with the wagons which contained them, burned by the Boers.

Fighting incessantly, both armies traversed thirty-five miles of ground that day.
It was fully understood that Olifant's Nek was held by the British, so Methuen felt that if he could block the Magato Pass all would be well.
He therefore left De Wet's direct track, knowing that other British forces were behind him, and he continued his swift advance until he had reached the desired position.

It really appeared that at last the elusive raider was in a corner.

But, alas for fallen hopes, and alas for the wasted efforts of gallant men! Olifant's Nek had been abandoned and De Wet had passed safely through it into the plains beyond, where De la Rey's force was still in possession.

In vain Methuen's weary column forced the Magato Pass and descended into Rustenburg.