Darwin (NT)

Saturday, 14 December 2002 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

RACE ONE CLASS D HCP (Div 1) – 11OO M

Rounding the home turn ENVIRONS and GREAT EAGLE came together on several occasions.

Stewards questioned Ms A White, trainer of the winner GREAT EAGLE about that gelding’s improved performance today from its previous start. Ms White stated that at its previous run when it weakened quickly in the straight, it was tried over the 1300 metre journey. It was challenged in the lead for the majority of that race before weakening over the concluding stages whereas today over the shorter distance had the run of the race.

Mr S Brown, trainer of LARRY BOY was fined $20 for using club colours on that gelding. Mr D Leech, trainer of WOODWARD was fined $50 for nominating that gelding for this event when ineligible.

1^st GREAT EAGLE 2^nd ENVIRONS 3^rd LARRY BOY

RACE TWO CLASS D HCP (Div 2) – 11OO M

When the gates opened DOUBLE PLAYER was slow into stride.

On jumping away GOLDEN DAME bounded in the air and was then tightened between AMBER STYLE and CLASSIC ROSE, both of which shifted.

Over the concluding stages KOSSI PRINCE, which was improving, had to change course to obtain a clear run.

Correct weight was delayed as B Davis (a), rider of BYSANTO dismounted prior to returning to scale and was treated by the ambulance for heat exhaustion.

1^st BYSANTO 2^nd MR FROWN 3^rd KING KUDOS

RACE THREE OPEN HCP – 12OO M

As B Davis (a) was indisposed and there were no replacement riders available, HALIFAX was withdrawn at 3.13pm.

G Clarke was given permission by stewards to ride SOUCH STREET 1 ½ kgs over it’s declared weight after the gelding’s trainer Ms R Thompson sought permission for him to do so.

When the gates opened MR CENTREFOLD threw it’s head in the air and raced ungenerously for some strides.

Shortly after the start CATHALOOK had to be eased over the heels of FRISK ME (NZ) when tightened for room between that gelding and GALLIC CHIEF which was shifting in away from the heels of MURPHY’S LAW.

Near the 200 metres JEREMIAH BULLFROG had to be checked over the heels of GILDED STAR (J Hallam (a)) which shifted in under pressure. J Hallam was severely reprimanded and notified that in similar circumstances in future he would be expected to stop riding and straighten his mount.

Subsequent to the event stewards ordered all monies wagered on HALIFAX to be refunded and the following betting deductions. All monies wagered prior to the withdrawal of HALIFAX to be paid as follows- for the win, face value of the ticket less 23 cents in the dollar. For the place, face value of the ticket less 18 cents in the dollar.

1^st SOUCH STREET 2^nd GILDED STAR 3^rd JEREMIAH BULLFROG

RACE FOUR CLASS 2 HCP – 12OO M

Acting on request from trainer D Leech, stewards ordered the withdrawal of WOODWARD at 3.23pm as a result of B Davis (a), rider of MAGIC CITY being indisposed. Stewards permitted W Orbell to replace B Davis (a) as the rider of MAGIC CITY.

Near the 800 metres BECCORINO was tightened for room by ORIGIN WARRIOR and as a result began to race ungenerously and laid in onto SHODIYM.

On return to scale T Perry, rider of 3^rd placegetter BECCORINO lodged an objection against GAINSWAY GIRL being declared the winner alleging interference in the straight. After hearing evidence from the parties concerned and viewing the patrol film, stewards upheld the objection. The amended placings being ACELA 1^st, BECCORINO 2^nd, GAINSWAY GIRL 3^rd. Stewards established that at the top of the straight BECCORINO attempted to take a run on the inside of GAINSWAY GIRL. GAINSWAY GIRL then shifted in when less than the required 2 lengths clear which resulted in BECCORINO being disappointed for a clear run and having to be eased. After passing the 100 metres BECCORINO again had to be eased off the heels of GAINSWAY GIRL which after shifting off the fence then rolled back. J Hallam (a) was severely reprimanded and notified that he would be expected to show greater care than he did on this occasion.

Near the 300 metres J Hallam (a), rider of GAINSWAY GIRL dropped his whip.

Mr S Brown, trainer of ACELA was fined $20 for using club colours on that gelding.

1^st ACELA 2^nd BECCORINO 3^rd GAINSWAY GIRL

RACE FIVE CLASS 4 HCP – 13OO M

As B Davis (a) was indisposed the following rider changes were permitted
Race 5 MR ENDURANCE - G Clarke
Race 6 C’EST LE VIE - S Brown

Near the 150 metres SAHARA BRAVE had to be eased when tightened for room by SEVERENCE which was improving up on the inside of OAKLEIGH BOY which rolled in slightly.

The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected MR ENDURANCE subsequent to the event and reported that the gelding pulled up in a distressed state.

1^st SEVERENCE 2^nd MR ENDURANCE 3^rd RADIANT BLAST

RACE SIX CLASS 6 HCP – 1OOO M

As B Davis was indisposed, stewards ordered to withdrawal of AGILE LAD at 3.28pm as there was no other replacement riders.

Mr S Brown, trainer of ARNSIDE, which was racing in Darwin for the first time and was cleared to race in pacifiers, requested permission for the horse to race without pacifiers. Stewards acceded to Mr Brown’s request however notified him that it was his responsibility to know what gear his horses last raced in and make any changes to gear by the proper time.

Stewards questioned S Brown, rider of C’EST LE VIE about his riding of that gelding in the early and middle stages. He stated that the gelding was unable to keep up in the early stages and did not appreciate the sand being thrown back. Further that he gave it a cut with the whip near the 500 metres and rode the gelding out in the straight in his normal manner. He also stated that C’EST LE VIE made good ground in the straight.

The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected C’EST LE VIE subsequent to the event and reported that the gelding had a slight stone bruise. He also inspected NASEIRO and reported that he could find no apparent abnormality.

1^st ARNSIDE 2^nd MICKYMOO 3^rd KU RING GAI CHASE

All winners were swabbed today.

Alice Springs (NT)

Tuesday, 05 November 2002 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

NT 1: 2YO PLATE 1000 METRES 7 STARTERS

CENTRE RAJA (M Cornell) shifted out suddenly shortly after the start. DUSTY ROMANCE (B Sweeney) raced greenly in the straight. Jockey B HUPPATZ rider of ANASCOT stated to Stewards that his mount may have been showing signs of shin soreness.

1ST DRIFTER 2ND NOT ABANDONED 3RD DUSTY ROMANCE

NT 3 3YO CLASS 4 HANDICAP 1400 METRES 6 STARTERS

WOLF TRAP (B Huppatz) was restless in the starting stall prior to the start. MURPHY'S PRIZE (G Lefoe) was inclined to over race in the early stage of the race and had to be eased out slightly at about the 1200 metre mark. MURPHY'S PRIZE (G Lefoe) shifted in under pressure in the last 100 metres of the race. Jockey B CORNELL rider of BRIGHT VISION reported to Stewards that his mount had felt very flat in the run. A veterinary examination revealed slight respiratory distress.

1ST TJILPI 2ND CROWN PACIFIC 3RD EDGE TO EDGE

NT 5: CLASS 3 HANDICAP 1400 METRES 7 STARTERS

IMPERT (T Norton) jumped inwards onto GO BRAGH (S Burrows) who in turn came into contact with GERRARD (T Gillett).

1ST GERRARD 2ND GO BRAGH 3RD PRISMATIC REEF

NT 7: CLASS 6 HANDICAP 1200 METRES 10 STARTERS

HE'S TOUGH ENOUGH (B Huppatz) jumped outwards at the start coming into contact with PUNK (T Norton). BE STRONG G (B Cornell) jumped in the air as start effected. Jockey B HUPPATZ, rider of HE'S TOUGH ENOUGH was spoken to by Stewards in regard to his whip action in the last 50 metres of the race and was informed that he must be aware that he does not hit his mounts forward of the shoulder.

1ST PUNK 2ND KUCITE 3RD BOWEN SPECIAL

NT 9: OPEN HANDICAP 1200 METRES 8 STARTERS

BATHERS (B Cornell) had to be checked approaching the 600 metre mark when attempting to take a run between PELT (B Huppatz) and OAKFIELD PRINCE (P Johnson) when PELT (B Huppatz) hung in slightly at that point. BRAVE ENCOUNTER (G Lefoe) had to be eased off the heels of OAKFIELD PRINCE in the same incident. Stewards were of the opinion that no one rider was to blame but informed all riders that they must take the greatest of care at all times.

1ST PELT 2ND SON OF GRACE 3RD COVER GAL

All winners were swabbed

Two (2) Bookmakers in attendance. Two (2) Remote Stands (The Pavilion & Members) - T Lillis

FINES

Trainer P MOODY was fined the sum of $50 under NT 129 - Fail to declare rider for WOLF TRAP by the prescribed time.

Alice Springs (NT)

Saturday, 07 December 2002 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

NT 1: CLASS 5 HANDICAP 1200 METRES 5 STARTERS

No race incidents.

1ST BE STRONG 2ND BOWEN SPECIAL 3RD HE'S TOUGH ENOUGH

NT 2 OPEN HANDICAP 1400 METRES 5 STARTERS

No Race Incidents.

1ST PALOOKA 2ND STAR DAMSEL 3RD ITAIPU

NT 3: CLASS 3 HANDICAP 1400 METRES 6 STARTERS

Jockey GARRY LEFOE (Kohaton) was given permission to ride 1kg over. Approaching the 800 metre mark SIR ROMEO (Barry Huppatz had to ease momentarily as GERRARD (Adrian Robinson) shifted inwards. GERRARD (Adrian Robinson) wanted to lay in the stages of the race. KOHATON (Gary Lefoe) layed out most of the race.

1ST SIR ROMEO 2ND SHADOW BOXER 3RD QUEEN'S IMAGE (NZ)

NT 4: CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1100 METRES 7 STARTERS

DARK LINDT (Adrian Robinson) was slow to into stride and KENNY'S IDOL (Steven Burrows) was also slow into stride. RACING ACES (P Johnson) cast a near hind plate in the run. G LEFOE, rider of CYCLONE KING accidentally dropped his whip shortly after the start.

1ST DARK LINDT 2ND ILKARA 3RD KENNY'S IDOL

NT 5: TROBIS MAIDEN PLATE 1000 METRES 9 STARTERS

In the home straight SNOW KEY (Steven Burrows) and WOLF TRAP (Barry Huppatz) both raced greenly.

1ST SNOW KEY 2ND WOLF TRAP 3RD SANCAY

All winners were swabbed. One (1) Bookmaker in attendance.

 FINES

Apprentice D LOCKWOOD, rider of BE STRONG in the Class 5 Handicap Race 1 on the program was fined the sum of $50 under NT91c - Failing to claim full allowance incorrect MRW.

Darwin (NT)

Tuesday, 05 November 2002 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

RACE TWO OPEN HCP – 11OO M

In the straight JEREMIAH BULLFROG had a tendency to lay in.

1^st GOTHAM RULER 2^nd ORIENTAL TREASURE 3^rd JEREMIAH BULLFROG

RACE FOUR CLASS 3 HCP – 11OO M

On jumping away FREEDOM FUNDS shifted out and bumped PALACE LAD and forced that gelding out.

Rounding the home turn MR ENDURANCE was held up behind CRAZY COTTON which began to weaken.

As D Bates was indisposed stewards permitted the following rider changes.
Race 4 FREEDOM FUNDS - M Osmond
Race 6 SIR BLAKE (NZ) - T Perry
Race 8 FULL GALLOP - T Perry
Race 10 MR CENTREFOLD - T Perry

D Leech, trainer of CRAZY COTTON was fined $30 for presenting that gelding without blinkers which it is approved to race in (AR140A).

1^st MICKYMOO 2^nd CALIGULA 3^rd PALACE LAD

RACE SIX 3YO CLASS 2 HCP – 12OO M

When the gates opened BELIEVE IN VICTORY was slow into stride.

J Hallam (a), rider of ICHIKAWA was fined $150 for using his whip forward of the shoulder on that filly prior to the winning post (AR137A(2)(a)).

1^st ARINNA 2^nd ICHIKAWA 3^rd DALRIADA

RACE EIGHT CLASS 5 HCP – 12OO M

When the gates opened ENTITLEMENT reared and became cast and dislodged it’s rider M Osmond.

Rounding the turn OAKLEIGH BOY had a tendancy to lay out.

Rounding the turn SWAMP THING was bumped on several occassions by REDISON which was racing tight on the inside of ANELLO ROSSO.

Near the 100 metres ANELLA ROSSO was tightened from room and made contact with the hindquarters of REDISON when that gelding shifted out under pressure.

B Davis (a) rider of GROSVENOR LANE (NZ) was fined $200 for giving a celebratory gesture prior to the winning post (AR137(c)).

1^st GROSVENOR LANE (NZ) 2^nd REDISON 3^rd OAKLEIGH BOY

RACE TEN OPEN HCP – 16OO M

Over the concluding stages DABLOOM had a tendency to lay in which prevented it’s rider B Davis (a) from riding the gelding out in his normal manner.

Mr B Halter, trainer of OLD LUCKY was fined $30 for presenting that gelding without all of it’s approved gear (AR140A).

1^st HI TAIL 2^nd DABLOOM 3^rd BOZEMAN

All winners were swabbed today.

Darwin (NT)

Saturday, 30 November 2002 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

RACE ONE CLASS 5 HCP – 12OO M

As S Brownbill was to be overweight, the following rider changes were permitted;
Race 1 OAKLEIGH BOY - S Leckey (a)
Race 2 FRISK ME - L Critoph
Race 3 FREEDOM FUNDS - P Shiers
Race 4 DOUBLE PLAYER - P Shiers

On jumping away FULL GALLOP shifted in and bumped DURCILLA.

Near the 650 metres COSEVEIN, which was racing tight between the heels of DURCILLA and MR ENDURANCE had to be eased and raced ungenerously as a consequence.

Near the 500 metres DURCILLA had to be eased off the heels of the weakening FULL GALLOP.

Over the concluding stages OAKLEIGH BOY had a tendency to lay in, which prevented it’s rider S Leckey (a) from riding the gelding out in his normal manner.

Mr S Clarke, trainer of FULL GALLOP notified the stewards that considering the gelding’s poor performance today he believed that the gelding may have been exposed to a virus. He further stated that it would be going to the paddock for a spell.

The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected MR ENDURANCE subsequent to the event and reported that the gelding had pulled up distressed and that it did not recover as quickly as she would expect. Further that the gelding showed some signs of mild colic. A swab sample was taken from MR ENDURANCE.

1^st CALIGULA 2^nd MR ENDURANCE 3^rd DABLOOM

RACE TWO OPEN HCP – 11OO M

Near the 600 metres CATHALOOK was tightened for room by MURPHY’S LAW which was taken in by HALIFAX (S Leckey (a)). As a consequence MURPHY’S LAW and CATHALOOK were both inconvenienced. S Leckey (a) was severely reprimanded and notified that in future he must ensure he is 2 lengths clear before shifting ground.

Near the 200 metres P Shiers, rider of JEREMIAH BULLFROG dropped his whip.

In the straight JEREMIAH BULLFROG hung in.

1^st ORIENTAL TREASURE 2^nd HALIFAX 3^rd JEREMIAH BULLFROG

RACE THREE CLASS 2 HCP – 1OOO M

Stewards questioned D Bates, rider of JUSTICE JOHN which performed below expectations. D Bates stated that the gelding was outpaced in the early stages and in the straight felt uncomfortable in it’s action and further that it failed to run on in the straight and was a beaten horse at the 100 metres. G Clarke, trainer OF JUSTICE JOHN stated that the gelding had a short let up due to injury and he endeavored to keep the horse fresh for the 1000 metre race and that may be why it failed to run on. However he did not expect the gelding to figure in the placings as in his opinion it does not perform at it’s best over the 1000 metre distance.

The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected JUSTICE JOHN subsequent to the event and reported that she could find no apparent abnormality. A routine swab sample was taken from JUSTICE JOHN.

1^st TERM 2^nd TARCOOLA MAGIC 3^rd GAINSWAY GIRL

RACE FOUR CLASS D HCP – 1OOO M

As P Shiers was to be 1 ½ kilos overweight on DOUBLE PLAYER stewards replaced him as the rider of that gelding with M Osmond.

On jumping away DOUBLE PLAYER shifted in taking ICHIKAWA in onto KOSSI PRINCE which became unbalanced and lost ground.

Rounding the first turn BAZ and KING KUDOS had a tendency to lay out and as a result KING KUDOS had to be checked off the heels of CRASH MCGRATH and SHE’S CLASSY had to be eased off the heels of BAZ.

1^st QUEEN OF THE NORTH 2^nd ICHIKAWA 3^rd CRASH MCGRATH

RACE FIVE CLASS D HCP – 13OO M

P Shiers was permitted to ride PARNAC 1 ½ kilograms over it’s declared weight as there was no replacement rider for that gelding. P Shiers stated that he had intended not to ride today, however he was declared for 2 rides including PARNAC without accepting the rides. Further that when he became aware it was Thursday morning, which did not leave sufficient time to reduce his weight to 56.0kgs. Under the circumstances stewards took no action against P Shiers.

As there was no suitable replacement rider for S Brownbill (a), BYSANTO was scratched at 2.50pm. S Brownbill (a) stated that he was unable to get his weight down despite adhering to his diet and visiting the sauna as is his normal practice.

In the early stages of the race MUCH LIKADON raced ungenerously.

Stewards questioned M Boothby, trainer of MR FROWN regarding that geldings improved performance today. Ms Boothby stated that the gelding was ridden off the pace today and that may have suited it’s style of racing. She further stated that although the gelding has ability it does not try if everything doesn’t suit and she would expect that it’s form would vary a bit

Near the 150 metres GREAT EAGLE, which was weakening was tightened for room by MR FROWN which when improving quickly took a run on the inside of HIT AND HOPE (S Leckey (a)) which rolled in. As a result GREAT EAGLE and HIT AND HOPE had to be eased. S Leckey (a) was severely reprimanded and notified that he must exercise greater care when shifting ground in future.

1^st ORIGIN WARRIOR 2^nd MR FROWN 3^rd MANTIS

Mr S Paynter, trainer of BYSANTO lodged an official complaint in relation to that gelding carrying one kilogram overweight when it won on 16 November, 2002. Mr Paynter stated that he was unaware that M Osmond had weighed out 1 kilo overweight and if he had known he would have requested a rider change. He stated that he was in the scale area at the time the jockeys weighed out but was not informed of the overweight by the clerk of scales or M Osmond.

Stewards questioned M Osmond who stated that he had declared his riding weight as 56.0kg on the official weights and in his opinion persons engaging him to ride should be aware that he normally rides at 56.0 kgs or above. He also stated that he is aware that the clerk of scales normally asks whether the trainer is aware of any overweight but does not recall whether the question was asked on this particular occasion.

The clerk of scales, Mr B Merritt stated that, as is his normal practice, he questioned M Osmond as to whether the trainer was aware of him riding 1 kilo overweight on BYSANTO. However although he recalls Mr Paynter being in the scale area he is unsure whether he notified Mr Paynter personally.

Mr Paynter was notified that the clerk of scales on each occasion asks riders who are to be overweight as to whether the trainer is aware of them being overweight and it is normal practice for the clerk of scales to notify whoever is collecting the gear for each horse if their rider has declared overweight. Mr Paynter was further notified that this policy has been in place for sometime and that the clerk of scales will be reminded of same and will ensure that trainers or their representatives are notified of any overweight.

All winners were swabbed today.

Darwin (NT)

Saturday, 02 November 2002 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

RACE FOUR CLASS D HCP – 11OO M

On jumping away MR FROWN shifted out abruptly and tightened PARNAC out across the heels of GALVESTON STORM. D Bates, rider of PARNAC stated that in the early stages the gelding was reluctant to race, possibly due to the sand being thrown back.

1^st GALVESTON STORM 2^nd THERMAL 3^rd GREAT EAGLE

RACE SIX CLASS 4 HCP – 15OO M

As D Bates was to be overweight on RUSTY DON, stewards replaced D Bates with M Osmond.

D Leech trainer of BRAND NEW was fined $30 for presenting that gelding in the mounting yard with incorrect gear (AR140A).

As the gates opened RUSTY DON was slow away.

1^st RICHOTTO 2^nd SAHARA BRAVE 3^rd DELIRIUM

RACE SEVEN MAIDEN SET WEIGHT – 9OO M

On jumping away BYSANTO jumped in onto MANATRICE. DOUBLE PLAYER jumped away awkwardly and had to be eased off the heels of STRAWIN which shifted in.

Near the 650 metres STRAWIN had to be checked when tightened for room between BYSANTO, which had a tendency to lay out, and ROYAL ANGEL, which when hanging in shifted in away from ARGYLL. As no one horse or rider was responsible for the interference no action was taken. As a consequence of STRAWIN being checked, DOUBLE PLAYER, which was following, had to be checked off STRAWIN’s heels and SHE’S CLASSY was taken wide. Shortly after this DEL ARKO hung out taking DOUBLE PLAYER out across the heels of STRAWIN resulting in DOUBLE PLAYER having to be checked.

1^st ARGYLL 2^nd MANATRICE 3^rd KOSSI PRINCE

All winners were swabbed today

Alice Springs (NT)

Saturday, 23 November 2002 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

NT 1: CLASS 6 HANDICAP 1000 METRES 6 STARTERS

Prior to the event Stewards ordered a veterinary examination of KUCITE who was declared fit to take her place in the field. NAVIGATOR (S Burrows) reared as start effected losing considerable ground. Subsequent to the race Stewards viewed the video of the start and were of the opinion that NAVIGATOR had been afforded a fair start and declared correct weight. Jockey T GILLETT rider of BOWEN SPECIAL reported to Stewards that at the start he had only one foot in the stirrup irons and was at a disadvantage in the early stages of the race.

1ST HE'S TOUGH ENOUGH 2ND AL TAYAR 3RD KUCITE

NT 2 CLASS D HANDICAP 1400 METRES 8 STARTERS

MIRAAMI was withdrawn by Stewards at scratching time (9am) when no rider was available. OUR FRISKY BOY (T Gillett) was slow to begin. PRISMATIC REEF (S Burrows) was inclined to over race in the early stages of the race resulting in the filly having to be eased off the heels of SIR ROMEO (T Huish) approaching the 1200 metre mark. At about the 1200 metre mark SIR ROMEO (T Huish) shifted in slightly momentarily inconveniencing ILKARA (B Huppatz). Stewards warned Jockey T HUISH that he must ensure that he is sufficiently clear when shifting ground in future.

1ST SIR ROMEO 2ND KOHATON 3RD PRISMATIC REEF

NT 3: OPEN HANDICAP 1200 METRES 5 STARTERS

PELT proved difficult to load into the barrier stalls. STAR DAMSEL (G Lefoe) jumped inwards onto PELT (B Huppatz) who in turn bumped ZILLIONAIRE (B Cornell). At the start BRAVE ENCOUNTER (M Cornell) had difficulty obtaining a run at about the 200 metre mark. STAR DAMSEL (G Lefoe) shifted in under pressure in the last 150 meters of the race.

1ST PELT 2ND STAR DAMSEL 3RD ZILLIONAIRE

NT 4: CLASS 2 HANDICAP 1200 METRES 5 STARTERS

GO BRAGH (G Lefoe) jumped outwards onto SOCCER (T Huish) as start effected. MISS SHORE (B Huppatz) ran outwards shortly after the start. MISS SHORE (B Huppatz) shifted ground approaching the 600 meter mark.

1ST MISS SHORE 2ND KENNY'S IDOL 3RD SOCCER

All winners were swabbed.

One (1) Bookmaker in attendance.

GENERAL

Trainer Ms L WHITTLE was spoken to by Stewards regarding the wearing of appropriate footwear in the mounting yard.

Alice Springs (NT)

Saturday, 02 November 2002 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

NT 1: CLASS 2 HANDICAP 1600 METRES 6 STARTERS

LOCKMASTER (B Cornell) had difficulty in obtaining a clear run from the 400 metre mark until the 200 metre mark.

1ST LOCKMASTER 2ND KELTIC KID 3RD KOHATON

NT 2 CLASS 4 HANDICAP 1400 METRES 5 STARTERS

Trainer of QUEEN'S IMAGE (NZ) Mr N MOODY informed Stewards that jockey T NORTON would endeavour to ride the mare closer to the lead today. An announcement was made to this effect. FROZE (M Cornell) jumped inwards as start effected. COPPER'S EDGE (G Lefoe) was momentarily held up for a run at about the 300 metre mark.

1ST COPPER'S EDGE 2ND QUEEN'S IMAGE (NZ) 3RD GO BRAGH

NT 3: CLASS D HANDICAP 1000 METRES 5 STARTERS

SANCAY (B Cornell) jumped outwards as start effected coming into contact with SOCCER (T Huish). ILKARA (B Huppatz) shifted in under pressure in the last 50 metres of the race coming into contact with SANCAY (B Cornell).

1ST SOCCER 2ND ILKARA 3RD SANCAY

NT 5: CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1200 METRES 5 STARTERS

SHADOW BOXER (B Cornell) jumped with his head in the air at the start as start effected. MISS SHORE (T Huish) struck the side of the starting stall and then ran outwards in the first 50 metres of the race.

1ST SHADOW BOXER 2ND CLASSIC KHAN 3RD SIR ROMEO

All winners were swabbed

One (1) Bookmaker in attendance. Two (2) Remote Stands - T Lillis

Alice Springs (NT)

Saturday, 16 November 2002 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

NT 1: CLASS 5 HANDICAP 1400 METRES 5 STARTERS

FROZE (M Cornell) raced ungenerously in the early stages of the race. Jockey G LEFOE, rider of COPPER'S EDGE reported to Stewards that the gelding was under pressure from the 800 metre mark and did not respond to his riding from that point. Trainer of COPPER'S EDGE, Mr K ROGERSON stated to Stewards that he would now be sending COPPER'S EDGE for a spell. Subsequent to the event Stewards informed trainer of QUEEN'S IMAGE (NZ), N MOODY that they would expect QUEEN'S IMAGE (NZ) to be ridden in a similar manner to today's race in future.

1ST QUEEN'S IMAGE (NZ) 2ND MENTION THAT PLACE 3RD COPPER'S EDGE

NT 3 CLASS 3 HANDICAP 1000 METRES 5 STARTERS

No race incidents.

1ST SHADOW BOXER 2ND NAVIGATOR 3RD BOTANICA

NT 5: OPEN HANDICAP 1000 METRES 7 STARTERS

PALOOKA (M Cornell) jumped outwards as start effected coming into contact with SWIFTLY (S Burrows).

1ST SON OF GRACE 2ND SWIFTLY 3RD KUCITE

NT 7: CLASS D HANDICAP 1200 METRES 9 STARTERS

THERE'S DAD (B Huppatz) knuckled over badly just after the start nearly dislodging jockey B HUPPATZ. BOGHASI (S Burrows) jumped outwards at the start bumping WOLF TRAP (M Cornell). B CORNEL, rider of SANCAY had to stop riding his mount and straighten when it shifted ground in the final stages of the race.

1ST DARK LINDT 2ND SANCAY 3RD WOLF TRAP

All winners were swabbed.

Darwin (NT)

Saturday, 26 October 2002 00:00

WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD

RACE ONE CLASS D HCP – 13OO M

As S Brownbill (a) was unwell and unable to ride stewards permitted the following rider changes:-
Race 1 MANTIS - T Perry
Race 5 OAKLEIGH BOY - L Schmidt
Race 7 TORDEAN - T Perry
Race 9 ENTITLEMENT - L Schmidt

S Brownbill (a) was instructed to raise his minimum riding weight to 56kg. Furthermore he must produce a medical certificate prior to riding in races.

Due to the ambulance being called to an emergency NT Racing times were altered to the following times:-
Race 1 2.32
Race 2 2.50
Race 3 3.12
Race 4 3.34
Race 5 3.52
Race 6 4.14
Race 7 4.32
Race 8 4.54
Race 9 5.15
Race 10 5.32

Just after the start CHEQUE ATTACK jumped out and bumped MANTIS.

MANTIS had a tendancy to hang out for most of the race.

1^st ORIGIN WARRIOR 2^nd MCCRAE (NZ) 3^rd MANTIS

RACE THREE 3YO CLASS D HCP – 11OO M

When the gates opened ARINNA jumped awkwardly and lost ground. Approaching the first corner ARINNA had a tendency to hang out.

P Denton, rider of ANNUAL LEAVE stated that the gelding was racing greenly and wanted to run in in the straight.

J Hallam (a) was fined $50 for weighing out ½ kg over his minimum riding weight. Stewards advised J Hallam (a) that any future penalties would be substantially higher for a similar offence.

1^st ICHIKAWA 2^nd ARINNA 3^rd DALRIADA

RACE FIVE CLASS 5 HCP – 11OO M

Both REDISON and SILENT MAJORITY hung out for most of the race.

1^st OAKLEIGH BOY 2^nd REDISON 3^rd DEE VEE DEE

RACE SEVEN OPEN HCP – 12OO M

Just after the start NASEIRO jumped awkwardly.

J Hallam (a), rider of GILDED STAR was fined $100 for making a celebratory gesture prior to the winning post (AR137 (c)).

1^st GILDED STAR 2^nd BEAU MASTER 3^rd TORDEAN

RACE NINE CLASS 2 HCP – 12OO M

Trainer Mr A Trengrove was fined $50 for nominating OAKLEIGH BOY in the Class 2 Handicap when that gelding was ineligible.

On advice from the veterinary surgeon, stewards declared DELIRIUM a late scratching at 4.50pm. All monies wagered prior to the withdrawal of DELIRIUM to be paid as follows:- for the win, face value of the ticket less 5 cents in the dollar. For the place, face value of the ticket less 7 cents in the dollar. Mr S Clarke, trainer of DELIRIUM stated that the gelding had been kicked by another runner at the stables.

On jumping away RUSTY DON was slow into stride.

B Davis (a), rider of MR CARDIN (NZ) stated that the gelding hung in badly for the majority of the race.

1^st ENTITLEMENT 2^nd RUSTY DON 3^rd RADIANT BLAST

All winners were swabbed today.