Strong Fields for Bordertown Cup Day

Tuesday, 10 December 2002 00:00

The $15,660 Woolshed Inn Bordertown Cup (1900m) has drawn 18 nominations from both South Australia and Victoria, and includes last Sunday's Kalangadoo Cup winner Cazique and third placegetter Claytondyer, as well as the trifecta from the recent Clare Cup - Evans, Carnivorous and Dholima's Daughter.

The $8360 Tatiara Meat Co. Christmas Handicap (1100m) has also drawn a strong 19 nominations with a number of in-form runners from both here and interstate. The Club has programmed eight races for the day.

"It is pleasing to see Clubs be rewarded for their efforts," Thoroughbred Racing SA Racing Manager Ian Hart said. "The Bordertown Racing Club, in offering returns to owners through prizemoney significantly higher than their level of funding have been duly supported with outstanding nominations for their Cup meeting."

The Bordertown Racing Club continues to go from strength to strength in both promotional activities and quality of fields.

For more information on the meeting, contact Lorraine Murch on (08) 8752 1863.

Media Release - Jason Hickson (TRSA)

Victoria Park (SA)

Saturday, 07 December 2002 00:00

TRACK: GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: Normal Position

RACE 1 – QUIN MARINE HANDICAP 1000 metres

Stewards granted permission for C Lindop to replace apprentice A Darmanin as the rider of GOLD BREAKER owing to apprentice A Darmanin not arriving on course by 12.05pm and as no apprentice rider was available. In accepting apprentice A Darmanin’s explanation for his late arrival Stewards advised that in future he would be expected to conduct himself in a more professional manner.

GOLD BREAKER (C Lindop) knuckled on jumping away.

MERRIMAK (J Holder) was slow to jump.

On jumping away SO BELL KARA (C Bryant) shifted out abruptly taking CHEVITA (M Neilson) out on to GREG (J Potter) tightening that gelding on to SHARP FOCUS (M Hagley), which became unbalanced.

VIVIENNE (J Lyon) was inclined to race greenly and shifted out in the early stages.

Approaching the 700 metres SO BELL KARA (C Bryant), which was hanging out, shifted out abruptly on to LEADER’S PRIDE (T Creek) which became unbalanced and was obliged to steady off its heels.

RURAL FOREST (S Price) had difficulty in obtaining clear ground from the 300 metres until inside the 100 metres.

Approaching the finish VIVIENNE (J Lyon) shifted in abruptly and inconvenienced POLICIA (D Tootell) taking that filly in on to RURAL FOREST (S Price).

Stewards questioned C Bryant the rider of SO BELL KARA, which hung out throughout the event into the performance of that filly. C Bryant explained that his mount had been restless in the gates and on jumping had shifted out abruptly on to runners on his outside. He stated that SO BELL KARA had commenced to hang out immediately and approaching the 800 metres despite niggling at the filly it was reluctant to hold its position. He further added that from the 800 metres he had let the filly drift out as he had been instructed. Mr R Jolly, representing Mr R Smerdon confirmed that the stable had expected SO BELL KAMA to lead and were aware the filly may attempt to hang out. SO BELL KARA was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported the filly to be shin sore in the near foreleg. Mr Jolly was advised that SO BELL KARA would be required to perform satisfactorily in an organised barrier trial and that a Veterinary Certificate to Race would be required prior to accepting for any future event.

RACE 2 – SOUTH AUSTRALIAN OLIVE OIL HANDICAP 1600 metres

On jumping away CLASSICAL ROCK (D Tootell) shifted out and brushed CARDONAGH (M Neilson).

Near the 1000 metres CARDONAGH (M Neilson) was obliged to steady off the heels of FURLANG (D Carney) as that gelding was restrained off the heels of SPECIAL TERMS (S Price).

Approaching the 200 metres MAKING THE ROAD (J Holder) in attempting a tight run outside of FURLANG (D Carney) was taken in marginally by CARDONAGH (M Neilson). At the same time THROTTLE (W Kerford) was taken out on to FURLANG (D Carney) by SLEDGE (C Bryant), which was inclined to shift out and away from ZIP TOP (C Lever) resulting in THROTTLE (W Kerford) hindquarters being turned in and became unbalanced and FURLANG (D Carney) having to check off his heels. C Bryant was advised although not solely responsible for the incident he would in future be expected to straighten his mount and relieve pressure.

RACE 3 – TONY’S TUNA INERNATIONAL HANDICAP 1450 metres

SMOOTH AS SILK was withdrawn by Stewards at 1.23pm acting on Veterinary advice that the mare was lame in the near foreleg. Mr L Macdonald the trainer of SMOOTH AS SILK was questioned as to why the mare’s scratching was not notified earlier. He pleaded guilty to a breach of ARR 114(a), he was fined $200.

Near the 1200 metres ROISTER (J Lyon) got its head up whilst being restrained on several occasions.

RACE 4 – BLACKWELL FUNERALS HANDICAP 1300 metres

Near the 1100 metres LETA (J Potter) was obliged to steady off the heels of SPUNKIE (J Lyon), which shifted in. J Lyon was reprimanded and advised in future to give riders on the inside the room to which they are entitled.

Inside the 100 metres SHALINI (J Holder) lost its position when forced to check off the heels of COBAMUSE (C Lever), which shifted in under riding. C Lever was found guilty of a charge of Careless Riding under ARR 137(a) and suspended from riding in races for a period to commence at midnight on Wednesday 11 December 2002, and to expire at midnight on Thursday 19 December 2002; a period of four meetings. In arriving at this penalty Stewards took into account C Lever’s riding record in being previously suspended twice in six years.

Correct weight was delayed to allow J Holder the rider of SHALINI to view the official footage over the concluding stages of the race.

SHALINI lost its near hind plate during the running of the race.

RACE 5 – THE NORTHERN TAVERN HANDICAP 1600 metres

The start of this race was delayed owing to GRISWALD and CHALTOM being difficult to load. Mr B Cozamanis trainer of GRISWALD and Mr J Gask trainer of CHALTOM whose horses’ were difficult to load at the start were advised that a repetition of their horses’ behaviour would lead to action being taken.

Correct weight for this race was delayed to allow Ms C Lindop rider of GRISWALD to view the official film over the concluding stages.

RENOIC was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported no visible abnormalities.

MARSCMER lost its off fore plate during the running of the race.

RACE 6 – W H WYLIE MEMORIAL HANDICAP 1000 metres

CONTRIVED was examined on arrival at the start and was ruled fit to start.

Near the 400 metres MINT OF GOLD (T Creek), which has been inclined to lay in, became fierce and shifted in taking EXALTED LAD (R Faehr) in on to HAND PASS (J Lyon), which shifted in on to MAVOURTRICE (W Kerford) resulting in that horses shifting in abruptly across the running of VARGNA (B Claridge), which was forced to check and lose its position.

After considering the evidence taken; viewing the official film and acting on their own observations Stewards determined that the incident was caused by the racing manners of MADE OF GOLD and will confer with the gelding’s trainer Mr D Balfour as to the horse’s future.

MANETTI suffered a bilateral bleeding attack during the running of the race. Mr G Dawson trainer of MANETTI was advised that as this was the second occasion in which it had bled the horse was now banned for life under ARR 153 (A).

EXALTED LAD (R Faehr) jumped away awkwardly and shifted out inconveniencing HIGHTARI (B Vale).

RACE 7 – THE CASTLE TAVERN HANDICAP 2000 metres

MAGICAL SPIRIT (C Bryant) jumped away awkwardly and shifted out on to OUTSIDE THE SQUARE (C Lever)

RACE 8 – HAIGH’S CHOCOLATES HANDICAP 1250 metres

Near the 900 metres FINNISS RHYTHM (D Carney) got its head up and raced ungenerously for a short distance.

At the entrance to the start FINNISS RHYTHM (D Carney) shifted out and brushed THE BIG FELLA (S Price).

Over the concluding 100 metres JETWAY (G O’Loughlin) was eased out of the race. G O’Loughlin explained that he had become concerned with the horse’s action, as he felt sore in front.

SON OF GRACE was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported no visible abnormalities.

JETWAY was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported that horse to be lame in the near foreleg.

ESQUILAX, which performed poorly was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon reported the gelding to be sore in the near fore fetlock. Ms R Day trainer of ESQUILAX said the gelding would now be spelled.

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Potter Magic: Justin Crowned Leading Apprentice

Tuesday, 10 December 2002 00:00

At 23 Potter, nicknaked "Harry", was a late starter as a jockey but has drawn on his skills as a horseman to win the award with 20 months still remaining in his apprenticeship, which is with astute Strathalbyn trainer Brian Mueller.

In the past few months he has outridden his provincial and country claim and last Saturday nothed his 20th metropolitan winner, reducing his claim to 2kg.

Mueller gave credit to Justin's strong work ethic and his maturity as a rider.

"He applies himself very well, he's keen and dedicated," Mueller said. "He has always been a natural horseman and his hard work and committment has paid off."

Others awards winners on the on the night were:

Media Release - Jason Hickson (TRSA)

Apprentices to Be Honoured in Adelaide

Friday, 06 December 2002 00:00

The evening will be held in the Leilani Room at Morphettville Racecourse on Monday, December 9 at 6pm, and will showcase the talents of our local young riders.

The Advertiser's Sports Editor, Mr Andrew Holman, will be on hand to present an award, some of which include Racing and General Knowledge, Encouragement, Longest Priced Winner, Project Award (senior and junior), Special Achievement, Public Speaking, Most Improved Rider, Best First Year Apprentice, Best Second Year Apprentice, Dux Runner-up, and Dux Of The School.

There are also a few new awards this year, including Most Winners, Best Country Apprentice and Master of the Dux Of The School.

Also students who have completed their certificate course at the Cheltenham Park TAFE school will receive their graduation certificates on the night.

Bill Forrestal, Master Of Apprentices, said the evening was an important night for the apprentices.

"The Awards night is put on just for the apprentices and is in recognition of their talents and achievement throughout the year," Forrestal said. "We have a talented group of apprentices at the moment in South Australia and I think it is reflected in the standing of a number of them in the respective jockeys' premierships."

Major sponsors for the evening include Bonnetts Saddlery, The Advertiser, Oakbank Racing Club, the South Australian Bookmakers League, The Trainers Association (SA), the SA Jockeys' Association, the South Australian Racing Club Council (SARCC), trainer Ken Sweeney and Mr Ken Duthie, who annually sponsors the Dux Of The School.

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Jockey Fined and Banned After Failing Breath Test

Tuesday, 10 December 2002 00:00

Stewards conducted an inquiry into licensed ‘B’ Class Jockey, Perry Thomas, after having ridden track work at Murray Bridge on Saturday 16^th November 2002, providing breath samples which, upon analysis, registered above the level of alcohol permitted under ARR 81B.

After considering evidence from Perry Thomas, he was charged with an offence under ARR 81A.

He pleaded guilty and was suspended from riding in races and track work for a period of eight weeks, commencing at midnight, 9^th December 2002, and in addition was fined $500.

Six weeks of the period of suspension was set aside on the proviso that he not re-offend during the current licence period.

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New Irrigation System for Port Lincoln

Friday, 06 December 2002 00:00

The Club has been given approval for a $90,000 funding grant from Thoroughbred Racing SA towards the irrigation system with works commencing after the Port Lincoln season ends on April 13, 2003.

The irrigation system will also form part of the Clean Seas Project - a Federal Government project to utilise and purify effluent waste in the Port Lincoln district to A grade water.

"Implementing this irrigation system to service the racetrack and course proper will alleviate a fairly serious water shortage in the local area," Port Lincoln Racing Club Secretary Ian McCleery said. "Once the system is working in conjunction with the Clean Seas Project, the Port Lincoln Racing Club will have a constant supply of water. In the long run it will prove a very big cost saving to the Club."

The Club will be able to use effluent waste from the town of Port Lincoln to be stored in a reserve tank at the southern side of the racecourse and have an abundant supply of low-cost water.

"The Committee of the Port Lincoln Racing Club is very thankful to the Board of Thoroughbred Racing SA for their enormous co-operation in helping us through all the stages of the project," McCleery said.

"The Club also appreciates the behind the scenes work of John Cameron and track consultant Ray Hawke for their efforts. The type of irrigation system we are looking at would have been out of our reach but the grant makes it possible. The water system will not only allow us to continue to provide an excellent track but will provide a significant saving for the Club long term."

Media Release - Jason Hickson (TRSA)

Penola (SA)

Sunday, 08 December 2002 00:00

RACE 1 – CARRAILL’S PRODUCE / SABIS MAIDEN PLATE – 1100 metres:

HIGH GAZER (C. Bryant) jumped away awkwardly.

From the 1000 to the 900 metres QUEEN OF THE TOWN (G. Hoobin) raced ungenerously.

Racing to the 400 metres LAMBRUK (A. Darmanin) had to be steadied to avoid the heels of LIMERICK JUNCTION (P. Marks), which laid out and in.

Racing to the 300 metres LAMBRUK (A. Darmanin) had to be eased to avoid the heels of LIMERICK JUNCTION (P. Marks).

Approaching the 200 metres LAMBRUK (A. Darmanin) was disappointed for a run between HIGH GAZER (C. Bryant) which shifted in, and VORODOMYR (S. Harrison) which shifted out.

G. Hoobin, rider of QUEEN OF THE TOWN, was fined $100 under ARR 137 (c) for making a celebratory gesture prior to the winning post.

RACE 2 – J W SMART WOOLBUYERS /SABIS MAIDEN PLATE (1^st Division) – 1400 metres:

Trainer Mr. W. Dodge was fined $50 for failing to declare P. Marks as the rider of BRANDY SPRINGS by the required time.

CINITZYN (J. Dertilis) jumped away awkwardly and lost ground.

Racing to the 1100 metres AMBUSCADE (C. Bryant) got onto the heels of BRANDY SPRINGS (P. Marks).

RACE 3 – J W SMART WOOLBUYERS /SABIS MAIDEN PLATE (2^nd Division) – 1400 metres:

Ms. H. Frew, Trainer of BOOMCHAIN, was warned that a repetition of the gelding’s behaviour in the Mounting Enclosure could lead to action being taken against it.

LA COUGAR (P. Marks) was slow to begin.

Racing to the 400 metres SPECTACULAR RUN (NZ) (G. O’Loughlin) had to be checked to avoid the heels of LEGAL GOLD (K. Post), due to that mare weakening quickly.

RACE 4 – KATNOOK ESTATE CLASS 3 HANDICAP – 1600 metres:

Racing to the 600 metres JON’S LISA (B. Claridge) broke down in its near side fore leg and as a result failed to finish the race. JUST TRUE (C. Lindop) and DECANTER (NZ) (W. Kerford) were hampered in avoiding the injured JON’S LISA. Following a Veterinary examination JON’S LISA was humanely euthanased. B. Claridge was uninjured in the incident.

A. Darmanin, rider of GLASSPARK MISS, explained the mare had not travelled in the early stages of the race and he had elected from the 600 metres to track AMEN OUR WRAY (D. Yendall), but racing to the 500 metres that gelding obtained a break and as a result GLASSPARK MISS, although responding to A. Darmanin’s riding, lacked the acceleration required to go with AMEN OUR WRAY from the 600 metres. A. Darmanin further stated that GLASSPARK MISS finished the race off strongly.

RACE 5 – SAFRIES CLASS 3 HANDICAP – 1100 metres:

Stewards ordered the withdrawal of SHORTAZ at 10.40 a.m., acting on a confirmed report that the gelding had suffered a colic attack and was unfit to race.

Stewards ordered the withdrawal of DR. QUOZ at 12.50 p.m., acting on advice from Mr. O’Leary’s representative that the gelding was unfit to start.

DIESEL DRIVEN (NZ) (K. Post) and MISS DAIAN (C. Puls) were slow to begin.

Racing to the 200 metres PASSION PLAY (C. Lindop) had to be eased when GOLDEN KOLOLO (S. Harrison) shifted in.

RACE 6 – WYNN’S COONAWARRA ESTATE / SABIS CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1300 metres:

No report.

RACE 7 –COOPERS PALE ALE KALANGADOO CUP (CLASS 6) – 1700 metres:

K. Post, rider of RUNAWAY RHYTHM (NZ), was asked if he could offer any explanation as to the mare’s apparent poor performance. K. Post stated that RUNAWAY RHYTHM (NZ) had uncharacteristically become stirred up in the barrier, and after jumping away raced inconsistently throughout the race and on straightening, when put under pressure, the mare failed to respond to his riding. K. Post was of the opinion the mare shortened stride over the final 100 metres. A Veterinary examination of RUNAWAY RHYTHM (NZ) revealed the mare had suffered an abrasion to its near hind leg.

RACE 8 – HEYWARDS ROYAL OAK HOTEL CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1700 metres:

No report.

SWABBING:

Race 2 THAT’S THAT (winner)
Race 6 CAZIQUE (winner)

Port Lincoln (SA)

Thursday, 05 December 2002 00:00

RACE 1 – EP OWNERS & TRAINERS ASSOC. / SABIS TWO-YEAR-OLD CLASS D HANDICAP – 1000 metres:

The start of this race was delayed owing to QUICK KEN refusing to load. QUICK KEN was withdrawn by Stewards at 12.40 p.m. Mr. D. Carrison, Trainer of QUICK KEN, was advised the gelding would now be required to load satisfactorily in an organised trial before accepting for a future event.

Stewards ruled that all monies invested on QUICK KEN be refunded. Bets made on other runners prior to the withdrawal were to be paid on the face value of the ticket less:
Bets for a WIN 10 cents in the dollar, and
Bets for a PLACE 10 cents in the dollar.
SP bets are subject to the deductions.

APPLE CORE (D. Tootell) and ON A JEUNE (J. Burgess) were slow to jump.

Near the 700 metres JEUNE AMANTE (B. Claridge), which was inclined to race greenly, was obliged to steady off the heels of TELL THE TRAINER (B. Vale), which was inclined to lay in.

In the vicinity of the 300 metres B. Vale, rider of TELL THE TRAINER, dropped his whip. B. Vale was fined $50 under ARR 137(a).

ON A JEUNE (J. Burgess) and TELL THE TRAINER (B. Vale) were inclined to race greenly under pressure over the concluding stages.

RACE 2 –SMOKE-FREE MAIDEN PLATE – 1200 metres:

DEFICIT (B. Vale) was slow to jump.

GLENDI BELLE (C. Bryant) jumped away awkwardly.

On jumping away PARDOO (C. Buchiw) shifted out and contacted CROWHAWK (S. Price), which shifted in.

Near the 1000 metres FLINDERS’ DREAM (D. Tootell) was obliged to steady off the heels of GIL ECHO (Darren Holland), which shifted in. Darren Holland was reminded of his obligations when shifting ground.

RACE 3 – LINCOLN ALUMINIUM & GLASS DISTANCE CLASS 6 HANDICAP – 1750 metres:

GORDON MACALMAN (B. Sweeney) jumped away awkwardly.

RACE 4 – CAPITAL CORP / SABIS THREE-YEAR-OLD CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1200 metres:

LUSTRE D’AMOUR, which performed poorly, was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported no visible abnormalities.

RACE 5 – SWETTENHAM STUD CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1000 metres:

CHERRY BAY (D. Tootell) knuckled on jumping away.

CHAUDON (J. Potter) was slow to jump.

Near the 800 metres BROKEN CREST (C. Lindop) shifted in and away from STAARCOUX (B. Vale), which was inclined to lay in and as a result CHERRY BAY (D. Tootell), which had commenced to race keenly, was forced to check off the heels of BROKEN CREST. Shortly after this incident BROKEN CREST lost its action and in doing so was eased out of the race.

At the entrance to the straight CHAUDON (J. Potter) steadied off the heels of MISS PUBLICITY (J. Burgess) and shifted out onto SIMPLY SUAVE (A. Stead), taking that mare out onto CHERRY BAY (D. Tootell). CHAUDON continued to shift out and as a result SIMPLY SUAVE was obliged to steady off its heels. J. Potter was advised that he was given the benefit of a very grave doubt as to whether he was solely responsible for this incident.

Subsequent to the race BROKEN CREST was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported the gelding had been galloped on its off hind leg. Mr. J. Francis, Trainer of BROKEN CREST, was advised that in consideration of the gelding’s action during the race, a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness to Race would be required prior to accepting for any future event.

Correct Weight was delayed to allow C. Buchiw, rider of the 3^rd Placegetter HIGH DIGIT, to view the official photo-print.

RACE 6 – AIR CHARTER AUSTRALIA PTY LTD FLYING HANDICAP – 1000 metres:

On jumping away THE JOINER (D. Tootell) shifted in onto RYKO (C. Buchiw), which was inconvenienced.

Inside the 100 metres in attempting to improve to the outside of LIGHTNING FIRE (A. Stead), RYKO (C. Buchiw) shifted out onto CASH LOAN (C. Lindop), taking that gelding out onto HENRYSEE’S GOLD (B. Sweeney), at the same time as LIGHTNING FIRE rolled out.

RACE 7 – TEMPO SERVICES LTD CLASS 3 HANDICAP – 1350 metres:

PURAVALOUR (W. Kerford), which had been restless in the stalls, jumped away awkwardly.

Near the 600 metres SMYTZER’S taro (B. Sweeney) improved onto the heels of DRARGI’S BID (S. Price) and was obliged to take hold.

DRARGI’S BID (S. Price) was inclined to lay in after entering the straight, and in the vicinity of the 200 metres was reluctant to take a run, which became available outside SANUR (J. Potter).

RACE 8 – TRAVELWORLD PORT LINCOLN DISTANCE CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1750 metres:

On jumping away LAPDOG (C. Buchiw) shifted out and inconvenienced LADY RANSOM (B. Claridge), tightening that mare onto SHORE LORD (D. Tootell).

Inside the 1400 metres BAROLO (B. Vale) was inclined to get its head up and raced ungenerously for a short distance.

Correct Weight was delayed to allow M. Neilson, rider of the 3^rd Placegetter BHUTAN, to view the official photo print.

SWABBING:

Race 2 RANGER SAM (random)
Race 5 SMYTZER’S VIEW (NZ) (random)
Race 7 DRARGI’S BID (random)
Race 8 MISS ZUTPHEN (winner)