Agalia Primed at Melbourne Hit-Run Mission

Monday, 30 September 2002 00:00

Speedy mare Agalia is being primed for a first-up assault at Caulfield on Saturday week.

The five-year-old, prepared by leading Morphettville trainer David Balfour, hasn’t raced since finishing fifth in the Listed Liz Davenport Classic (1050m) at Morphettville in May.

She trialled nicely at Victoria Park today, though, and is being aimed at the Adairs Plate (1200m) for mares on October 12.

"She ran third in her trial but went really well," Balfour said. "She wasn’t asked to do too much. I think she’s best when fresh so we decided to give her the chance to run in a decent race in Melbourne first-up."

Agalia has five wins and a placing from just five starts and was an unlucky ninth in the Group 2 Swettenham Stud Stakes behind Suzy Grey in February.

Balfour will also return to Melbourne the following week - Caulfield Cup day - with stablemates Cobamuse and Ten Carat.

Cobamuse broke his maiden status only yesterday but has had six minor placings – including four in stakes grade. He will run in the Listed Tupperware Cup (1400m) for colts and geldings.

"He was one of the best-performed maidens going around," Balfour said. "He was stiff in a few of his runs and should have been a stakes winner. His form behind horses such as Lashed and Hydrometer is good as well."

Balfour said the gelding had pulled up well after winning by more than five lengths in Class 2 company at Victoria Park yesterday and would appreciate the step up to 1400m.

Former Kiwi Ten Carat, a last-start winner at Morphettville, has continued to thrive since arriving at Morphettville and will run in the Fillies and Mares Classic (1100m).

"She won her first two starts in New Zealand but her form after that was terrible," Balfour said. "She settled in really well and her trackwork was sensational leading into her first start for me but, having never seen her race, it was hard to know what she was going to do. She won quite easily though and has continued to thrive, so we decided to give her the chance in better grade."

Meanwhile veteran sprinter Mint Of Gold, who also trialled brilliantly at Victoria Park today, will begin his campaign at the same track Park on October 19.

"He’s had so many problems throughout his career but is going about as well as ever," Balfour said. "He trialled super but I’d just like to get him back to winning form."

Media Release - Jason Hickson (TRSA)

Adelaide Racing Breaks with Tradition

Thursday, 26 September 2002 00:00

City racing breaks with tradition this weekend and will take place on Sunday instead of Saturday and therefore a day at the track, provides the perfect remedy for people suffering post Grand Final
blues.

The long, green lawns of Victoria Park Racecourse are an ideal
location for a relaxing family picnic.

There’s a live band booked to entertain between the races and free kids rides to keep the children occupied.

Come racing – It’s a great day out!

Event: Sunday Family Race Day
Venue: Victoria Park Racecourse (situated in the Eastern Parklands)
Date: Sunday September 29
First Race: 12.27pm
Racing: Eight races programmed. Betting available on all Interstate
meetings covered by the TAB.
Admission: Adults $6.60
U18s FREE
Concessions $3.30
Sponsor: The day is sponsored by Radio TAB.

Media Release - SAJC

Victoria Park (SA)

Sunday, 29 September 2002 00:00

TRACK: Good
WEATHER: Overcast & Fine
RAIL: Out 4 metres the entire circuit (both Tracks)

RACE 1 – TONY CLEMENTS RACEDAY 3YO FILLIES MAIDEN PLATE – 1300 metres

PUSHING DAISIES (J. Holder) shifted out abruptly on jumping away.

PERSONAL DANCER (T. Creek) jumped away awkwardly and then was inclined to lay in for a short distance.

At the entrance to the straight PERSONAL DANCER (T. Creek) shifted out and brushed ROMANTIC LASS (M. McDonald).

Racing to the 200 metres DANCE FOR KATE (J. Maund), which had commenced to improve, was obliged to steady momentarily off the heels of TOPAVIC (C. Bryant).

J. Holder, rider of PUSHING DAISIES, explained that after jumping awkwardly he had elected to ride the filly back in the field and obtained a position three wide with cover, on the back of ROMANTIC LASS (M. McDonald), leaving the back straight. He stated that his mount had been under pressure to maintain the back of ROMANTIC LASS, and it was inclined to shift about when placed under pressure near the 600 metres.

RACE 2 – SPORTS BET BREAKFAST CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1000 metres

The start of this race was delayed owing to HIONDI proving difficult to load. Mrs. H. Lehmann, Trainer of the gelding, was advised that a repetition of its behaviour may lead to action being taken against it.

FINNISS RHYTHM (M. Hoppo) was inclined to rear on jumping away.

HIONDI (J. Holder) and CHAMPAGNE FINALE (C. Bryant) were inclined to race greenly in the early and middle stages of the race.

Near the 900 metres CHAMPAGNE FINALE (C. Bryant) was inclined to shift in and away from AROUND THE BLOCK (M. McDonald) and contacted GREG (J. Potter), which became unbalanced.

Near the 200 metres C. Buchiw, rider of NADEN, accidentally dropped the whip. C. Buchiw was advised that future incidents of carelessness would result in a penalty being imposed.

RACE 3 – TERRY McAULIFFE CLASS 3 HANDICAP – 1650 metres

Acting on a confirmed telephone advice from Mr. T. Day, Trainer of STARLIT, the mare had sustained injuries when being plated, it was withdrawn by Stewards at 7.47 a.m.

RATHER GAZE (T. Creek) was slow to jump.

SOUND TYCOON (J. Bowditch) raced fiercely in the middle stages of the event.

In the vicinity of the 500 metres SEPARATOR (S. Price) was held up when unable to obtain a clear run while racing inside HINDRANCE (W. Kerford), and immediately behind EXTRA SPESH (B. Vale), which had commenced to weaken.

Approaching the 400 metres SEPARATOR (S. Price) shifted out and inconvenienced GILGAMESH (R. Faehr).

Subsequent to this event T. Creek approached Stewards and due to certain concerns about his health, stood down from his remaining engagements.

J. Bowditch was examined by the Club Doctor and ruled fit to fulfil his engagements.

RACE 4 – BRENTON YATES C, G & E CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1250 metres

CROWN SERDAR was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon on arrival on course and ruled fit to start.

ROAD CLOSED (C. Bryant) shifted out on jumping away, tightening MAJOR PORTION (S. Cahill), onto CROWNED SERDAR (G. O’Loughlin), which was inconvenienced.

CROWNED SERDAR (G. O’Loughlin) was inclined to race ungenerously in the middle stages.

Approaching the 300 metres MAJOR PORTION (S. Cahill) broke down, resulting in that rider attempting to restrain his mount. In attempting to avoid MAJOR PORTION, MIKAJA (J. Maund) shifted out abruptly and as a result WOLF TRAP (C. Lindop), PRIOR LEADER (N. Tomizawa) and BEVAN (S. Price) were all severely hampered.

RACE 5 – JOHN LETTS CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1400 metres

Acting on a confirmed telephone advice from Mr. M. Noonan, Trainer of HEART STARTER, the gelding had been involved in a road accident, it was withdrawn by Stewards at 11.49 a.m.

DUA AWALI was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon prior to the start and ruled fit.

CHERRY ORCHARD (NZ) (M. Hoppo) jumped away awkwardly.

In the vicinity of the 900 metres CART LURE (N. Tomizawa) rolled out onto NEVADA GOLD (S. Price) on a number of occasions, resulting in NEVADA GOLD being inclined to get its head up and race fiercely.

Inside the 500 metres LORD ARLINGTON (J. Bowditch), which had been inclined to race keenly, was obliged to steady off the heels of NEVADA GOLD (S. Price), which rolled in, at the same time as CHERRY ORCHARD (NZ) (M. Hoppo), which had been inclined to lay out, shifted out.

Approaching the 200 metres LORD ARLINGTON (J. Bowditch) was inconvenienced when tightened between CAPO DEL OPO (D. Tootell) which shifted in, and CART LURE (N. Tomizawa) which shifted out.

Inside the 100 metres TEMPESTO (G. O’Loughlin) was obliged to restrain when tightened initially by CHERRY ORCHARD (NZ) (M. Hoppo), which was inclined to lay in, prior to being taken in by NEVADA GOLD (S. Price). Shortly after TEMPESTO was forced to check when pressured by DUA AWALI (B. Claridge), which shifted out across the heels of SPINNING EAGLE (NZ) (J. Maund), when attempting to improve its position. B. Claridge was severely reprimanded and advised in future to only take runs where there was sufficient room.

RACE 6 – RADIO TAB CLASS 6 HANDICAP – 1000 metres

Mr. A. McEvoy, Trainer of ROYAL LIFTOUT, was questioned regarding the Document of Description not being available for the gelding. Stewards accepted the explanation tendered by Mr. McEvoy. As Stewards were able to confirm the identity of ROYAL LIFTOUT from their records, the gelding was permitted to start.

HERACLES (N. Tomizawa) shifted out on jumping away and inconvenienced BONNIE GOLLIE (J. Potter).

Near the 900 metres BIOCARD (J. Bowditch), which was inclined to shift in and SCENICNICK (C. Lindop), which was inclined to get its head up and lay out, brushed.

Racing to the 600 metres BIOCARD (J. Bowditch), which had been racing tight on the outside of SCENICNICK (C. Lindop), rolled in, resulting in SCENICNICK shifting away abruptly and being inconvenienced when obliged to restrain off the heels of ROYAL LIFTOUT (S. Price). J. Bowditch was advised of his obligations when shifting ground.

Racing to the 200 metres ROYAL LIFTOUT (S. Price) was obliged to steady when tightened by BIOCARD (J. Bowditch) and shortly after BIOCARD shifted in and brushed AMBROC (G. O’Loughlin).

RACE 7 – MORPHETTVILLE EQUINE CLINIC HANDICAP – 2000 metres

Mr. J. Hickmott, Trainer of FRENZEL RHOMB, was questioned regarding the late notification of rider for the gelding. Mr. Hickmott advised that it was his belief he had declared the rider at Acceptance Time with the Trainers’ Service Centre as required. Mr. Hickmott was advised the Stewards would investigate the matter. However, in the event that his advice could not be confirmed a $50 fine would be imposed.

GLENOLA (N. Tomizawa) was slow to jump.

Inside the 500 metres STAR’S JEWEL (D. Tootell) became held up and was unable to obtain clear ground until in the vicinity of the 400 metres.

Approaching the 300 metres STAR’S JEWEL (D. Tootell) again was held up and then brushed by FRENZEL RHOMB (J. Bowditch), which shifted out.

J. Potter, rider of PITT BOSS KISS (NZ), was found guilty of a charge under ARR 137(A)(2) in that he had continued to use his whip when his mount was out of contention and not responding. J. Potter was fined $100.

N. Tomizawa, rider of GLENOLA, pleaded guilty to a charge under ARR 137(A)(2) in that he had continued to use his whip when his mount was out of contention and not responding. N. Tomizawa was fined $100.

RACE 8 – MERCEDES HOWARD FILLES & MARES CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1250 metres

ROSE OF CAITLIN (G. O’Loughlin) missed the start several lengths.

NIGHT FANCY (C. Buchiw) jumped away awkwardly and shifted out, inconveniencing BAROSSA CAN CAN (D. Carney).

CACCIANI (NZ) was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported the mare was lame in the near fore leg.

SWABBING:

Race 1 RACHAEL’S PRIDE (winner), Race 5 NEVADA GOLD (winner), Race 2 NADEN (winner), Race 6 HERACLES (winner), Race 3 ROMANOUS JEWEL (winner), Race 7 FRENZEL RHOMB (winner), Race 4 COBAMUSE (winner), Race 8 VIGNOR (winner).

RIDING CHANGES:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
5	CHERRY ORCHARD (NZ)	M. McDonald	M. Hoppo	Overweight – Fined $100 under ARR 120(b)
5	LORD ARLINGTON	T. Creek	J. Bowditch	Indisposed
5	TEMPESTO	G. O’Loughlin		Notified
6	SCENICNICK	T. Creek	C. Lindop	Indisposed
7	FRENZEL RHOMB	J. Bowditch		Notified
7	STAR’S JEWEL	T. Creek	D. Tootell	Indisposed
8	WALAMA (NZ)	T. Creek	W. Kerford	"

"Grand Final" Field for Murray Bridge Cup

Thursday, 26 September 2002 00:00

This Saturday the Murray Bridge Racing Club hosts South Australia’s only Saturday provincial meeting, which coincides with AFL Grand Final day.

Racegoers are treated to a host of on-course activities, including the Clipsal Super Screen screening the football action, along with a great days racing.

The $62,100 Listed Finniss Lodge / Alcohol Go East Murray Bridge Gold Cup is being run for the first time over 1600m instead of the traditional 2400m and jumps during the Grand Final half-time break.

Local programming has given participants a number of 1600m lead-up options to this race and the form is well exposed, although the best form-line for the race may come from the recent Listed Baker Young Stockbrokers Trophy (1600m) at Morphettville. The winner was Oliver Beer, followed by Mustaagel, Oxford Dollar and Terminus Prince.

That quartet may fight out the finish again but the improver from the race is Oxford Dollar, prepared by Bill Smart at Oakbank.

Oxford Dollar was having just his second run back from a spell after finishing 14^th in the Group 1 Adelaide Cup behind The A Train in May.

Last start, the gelding charged home late in the race to grab third but will strip much fitter for Saturday’s assignment.

"He went into that race definitely needing the run," Smart said. "He has had a boil on his wither and I wasn’t able to put a saddle on him for a couple of weeks leading up to the race. The only thing I could do was to lead him off another horse down at Goolwa beach. Under the circumstances, his run was excellent and he’ll be much fitter for this weekend."

Importantly, especially for a backmarker, Oxford Dollar has an excellent record at both the track and at 1600m.

After Saturday’s run, Oxford Dollar will then run in the $136,000 Listed Cranbourne Cup (2025m) at Cranbourne on October 9. From there, Smart will aim the gelding at the lesser spring staying events.

"I’m really happy with the way he’s come on over the last couple of weeks," Smart said. "After Cranbourne, we’ll look at races such as Country Cups, the JRA and Moonee Valley Cups, the SAAB Quality and maybe the Queen Elizabeth Stakes. His form will have to warrant the trip to Melbourne, though."

Last weekend’s Wolf Blass Barossa Cup winner, None For The Road, is backing up this Saturday, as is runner-up Brave Decision, who won the Darwin Cup last month. The Balaklava Cup winner Chading is also among the entrants.

The interesting runner in the race is Emission, prepared by Cliff Brown, who is entered for today’s (Thursday) meeting at Ballarat.

Media Release - Jason Hickson (TRSA)

Murray Bridge (SA)

Saturday, 28 September 2002 00:00

TRACK: Good
WEATHER: Overcast/mostly fine
Rail: True

RACE 1 – RIVERGLEN MARINA SABIS THREE-YEAR-OLD CLASS HANDICAP – 1200 metres

CRYSTALLION (T. Creek) jumped away awkwardly and shifted out, inconveniencing MILLFIELD (S. Price), which brushed DOT’S BLUEBIRD (C. Lindop).

RACE 2 – BOOKMAKERS’ LEAGUE MAIDEN PLATE – 1000 metres

STAR DANCE, which dislodged its rider C. Bryant en route to the barriers, was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon prior to the start and ruled fit.

Inside the 800 metres TENNESSEE ROYAL (S. Price), when being steadied, shifted out onto ABOYEUR (R. Faehr), which shifted away and brushed LUNG TAH (J. Potter). Shortly after, TENNESSEE ROYAL was obliged to steady off the heels of POLICIA (D. Cleaver) and as a result shifted out, contacting ABOYEUR, resulting in that gelding shifting out onto LUNG TAH (J. Potter), which was obliged to steady off the heels of HERESY (W. Kerford).

W. Kerford, rider of HERESY, reported the gelding was most reluctant to race in the early stages and inclined to shift out away from other runners making the turn into the straight.

In the vicinity of the 200 metres DAMSELAC WARRIOR (J. Bowditch) rolled in and brushed INVULNERABLE (C. Lindop).

RACE 3 – ALCOHOL GO-EASY CLASS 3 HANDICAP – 1000 metres

DISCO KID (J. Holder) was slow to jump.

Inside the 700 metres SHE’S POSH (B. Claridge) shifted in onto AMACLASE (C. Bryant), taking that gelding in onto THANKS A BUNDLE (J. Bowditch), which was obliged to steady. B. Claridge was severely reprimanded and advised in future to give riders on his inside the room to which they are entitled.

Inside the 400 metres THANKS A BUNDLE (J. Bowditch) was disappointed when attempting a run inside AMACLASE (C. Bryant), which rolled in. Shortly after AMACLASE rolled out and inconvenienced ARGENT LANE (T. Creek), which was taken out and brushed SHIRAZ NOW (S. Price).

Near the 200 metres THANKS A BUNDLE (J. Bowditch) was again disappointed when attempting a run between AMACLASE (C. Bryant) which shifted in and SHE’S POSH (B. Claridge), which was inclined to roll out marginally. C. Bryant was reprimanded and advised in future he would be required to stop riding and straighten his mount sooner than he did on this occasion.

C. Bryant was questioned on returning to Scale overweight. After considering C. Bryant’s explanation, he was fined $100 under ARR 145, and informed that future breaches may result in a harsher penalty.

RACE 4 – LAKEWOOD STUD DISTANCE CLASS 3 HANDICAP – 2200 metres

On jumping away HEADACHE (H. McKechnie), which was inconvenienced by QUITE EASY (NZ) (N. Tomizawa), shifted in at the same time as ON THE NATCH (K. Louca) shifted out.

Approaching the 400 metres SIMULATE (J. Holder) was obliged to steady off the heels of LOVE OF BRANDY (A. Stead), which shifted in under pressure.

J. Potter, rider of CARRAJA, was severely reprimanded for continuing to use his whip, inside the 200 metres, when his mount was out of contention.

CARRAJA was subjected to an endoscopic examination, which revealed the gelding was suffering from pharyngitis.

PARINGA was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported a lower than normal heart rate.

RACE 5 – WEST END FLYING HANDICAP – 1200 metres

RALLY (M. Neilson), which had been restless in the gates, reared, and had become momentarily cast, was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon and ruled fit.

EL CARTERO (A. Stead) was slow to jump.

HILLVIEW EXPRESS (W. Kerford) was inconvenienced on jumping away by KURT (J. Bowditch), which shifted in at the same time as DEDICATION BOY (T. Creek) shifted out.

Approaching the 400 metres RALLY (M. Neilson) became unbalanced and shifted in, then shifted out, contacting HILLVIEW EXPRESS (W. Kerford).

RACE 6 – FINNISS LODGE / ALCOHOL GO-EASY MURRAY BRIDGE GOLD CUP – 1600 metres

BORDER TIME (C. Lindop) and MUSTAAGEL (NZ) (S. Price) brushed on jumping away.

BORDER TIME (C. Lindop) got its head up and was inclined to race ungenerously in the early and middle stages.

Near the 1200 metres MUSTAAGEL (NZ) (S. Price) was obliged to steady off the heels of BORDER TIME (C. Lindop).

Near the 300 metres TERMINUS PRINCE (M. Neilson), was inclined to get its head up and shift out, resulting in CARLIN (J. Bowditch) being obliged to alter course.

Over the concluding stages TERMINUS PRINCE (M. Neilson), was inclined to shift about under pressure.

T. Creek, rider of OLIVER BEER (NZ), explained he had been instructed to ride the gelding in a rearward position, owing to its barrier draw. He stated that shortly after the start he was obliged to restrain his mount in order to carry out his instructions, and although his mount had relaxed well in running, in the vicinity of the 800 metres he became concerned with his position relative to the pace of the race, given the quality of the field. T. Creek added that he had not been disappointed with his mount’s effort in the straight. Mr. D. Webster, representing Mr. D. O’Sullivan, Trainer of OLIVER BEER (NZ), was informed that in future some significant alterations to riding instructions should be provided to the Stewards.

BRAVE DECISION was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported no visible abnormalities.

OLIVER BEER (NZ) was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported the gelding was lame in the near fore leg.

BORDER TIME was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported the gelding had an upper respiratory problem.

RACE 7 – DAISH IRRIGATION - DAVEY CLASS 5 HANDICAP – 1400 metres

INTERFACE STAR was examined prior to the race and found to be lame in the near fore leg. Acting on that advice INTERFACE STAR was withdrawn by Stewards at 3.58 p.m.

Stewards ruled that all monies invested on INTERFACE STAR 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 2 cents in the dollar, and
Bets for a PLACE 3 cents in the dollar.
SP bets are subject to the deductions.

SCENARAJA (J. Bowditch) was slow jump.

KAHOONA (N. Paine) jumped away awkwardly and then shifted out, inconveniencing EDEN ROC (J. Lyon).

Inside the 300 metres SCENARAJA (J. Bowditch) shifted out and brushed PEKOE (J. Maund).

RACE 8 – MURRAY BRIDGE MOTOR INN CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1600 metres

OSH (B. Claridge) jumped away awkwardly and shifted out, inconveniencing SLIPPERY GUY (W. Kerford).

Inside the 1000 metres MAKESUM (J. Maund), which had been inclined to race ungenerously, got its head up when being restrained off the heels of AMBER COURT (J. Lyon).

Inside the 500 metres ZIP EXPULSION (S. Cahill) became held up for a short distance.

Near the 300 metres ZIP EXPULSION (S. Cahill) was held up for a short distance.

Near the 200 metres SLICK RACER (S. Price) was held up for a short distance and then was inclined to lay in under pressure for the remainder of the event. SLICK RACER was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported no visible abnormalities.

SWABBING:

Race 1 MISS VODKA (winner), Race 5 EL CARTERO (winner), Race 2 SHEZA RIPPA (winner), Race 6 MUSTAAGEL (NZ) (winner), Race 3 DISCO KID (winner), Race 7 SCENARAJA (winner), Race 4 HEADACHE (winner), Race 8 DARK HORIZON (winner).

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
7	PEKOE	T. Creek	J. Maund	Overweight – Fined $100 (ARR 120(b)
6	TERMINUS PRINCE	C. Bryant	M. Neilson	Overweight – Fined $100 (ARR 120(b)

Bordertown (SA)

Wednesday, 25 September 2002 00:00

TRACK: Good
WEATHER: Overcast/Showery
RAIL: True

RACE 1 – SCOTT’S GROUP OF COMPANIES DISTANCE MAIDEN PLATE – 1900 metres

Racing to the 600 metres EYE CONTACT (D. Tootell) had to be eased and was held up for a run behind SIR MAVARICK (A. Stead).

Racing to the 100 metres SIR MAVARICK (A. Stead), which was under pressure, was disappointed for a run due to LUCKY VEINE (P. Marks) rolling out.

A Veterinary inspection of SIR MAVARICK revealed no visible abnormalities.

RACE 2 – HAYMAN CONTRACTING / SABIS COLTS, GELDINGS & ENTIRES MAIDEN PLATE – 1200 metres

After being placed in the barrier BIDDYUP (D. Cleaver) broke through the front of the stalls and galloped to the winning post. Stewards ordered the withdrawal of BIDDYUP at 1.05 p.m. to avoid any further delay.

Stewards ruled that all monies invested on BIDDYUP 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 23 cents in the dollar, and
Bets for a PLACE 18 cents in the dollar.
SP bets are subject to the deductions.

When the gates were released SEXY SENOR (K. Post) attempted to buck and was very unruly in the early stages. Mr. R. Wilson, Trainer of SEXY SENOR, was advised the gelding must complete a Barrier Trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before accepting for any future event.

PASSION PLAY (A. Stead) was hampered on jumping away, when the starting gate, after opening, failed to secure correctly.

TELDALE (G. O’Loughlin) commenced to hang out from the 600 metres and as a result that rider was unable to ride the gelding out in his normal manner over the concluding 200 metres. Ms. B. O’Loughlin, Trainer of TELDALE, was advised that a repetition of the gelding’s racing manners could lead to action being taken against it.

RACE 3 – MT GAMBIER TRACK OPENING 30 MARCH 2003 CLASS 3 HANDICAP – 1100 metres

EDVOKIA (C. Lindop) was slow to begin.

B. Vale, rider of ZOHAR, explained to the Stewards the mare had a tendency to over-race in the middle stages of the event and from the 400 metres it commenced to lay in, and as a result he was unable to ride ZOHAR out in his normal manner.

Stewards reclassified the track at 1.50 p.m. from GOOD to DEAD.

RACE 4 – YALUMBA CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1100 metres

MARSCAY EARL (J. Maund) jumped away awkwardly and inconvenienced I’M A PEST (C. Bryant) and MONSOON BABY (D. Tootell).

RACE 5 –GAMBIER EARTH MOVERS DISTANCE CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1900 metres

J. Potter, rider of ZIPGAZER, reported his barrier gate had swung back when the start was effected but had no effect on the mare obtaining a fair start.

When the gates were released KAZOO (NZ) (N. Tomizawa) and MARIZZIQUE (C. Bryant) brushed.

CELLAY (B. Claridge) over-raced in the early stages of the event.

C. Bryant was examined by the Club’s Doctor and as a result was declared unfit to fulfil the remainder of his engagements.

RACE 6 – CUB CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1300 metres

Mrs. E. Cruttenden, Trainer of CITY PRESS, approached the Stewards requesting permission to scratch the mare due to the downgrade of the track. Stewards agreed to the request. CITY PRESS was withdrawn at 2.31 p.m.

PANNING FOR GOLD (G. Hoobin) was slow to begin.

MISS DANGER (P. Marks) jumped away awkwardly and lost ground.

Racing to the 1200 metres GOLDEN KOLOLO (A. Stead) rolled in and brushed BOUND AND GAGGED (S. Harrison), which was racing greenly.

RACE 7 – TREVOR LITTLE LIFE MEMBER HANDICAP – 1300 metres

Mrs. E. Cruttenden, Trainer of MAZUMA MIRAGE, approached the Stewards requesting permission to scratch the mare due to the downgrade of the track. Stewards agreed to the request. MAZUME MIRAGE was withdrawn at 2.31 p.m.

SOVEREIGN COURT (D. Missen) was slow to begin.

H. McKechnie, rider of COOL CONDIE, was severely reprimanded for allowing her mount to shift in racing to the 900 metres, resulting in CONSIDEMUS (A. Stead) being tightened for room and having to be steadied to avoid the heels of COOL CONDIE and as a result shifting in and inconveniencing TRAMSTOP (C. Lindop), which in turn shifted in and made contact with MAGNUM OF PRAISE (NZ) (D. Yendall).

RACE 8 – PETER JENNINGS PUMPS / SABIS FILLIES & MARES MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 metres

The explanation by Mr. P. Preusker, Trainer of JANEY JUGAH, for failing to produce the Document of Description for the mare was accepted.

FLY FOR ME (N. Tomizawa) jumped away awkwardly and as a result inconvenienced DAME DUVESSA (J. Maund), which in turn shifted out, inconveniencing TWIG PRANCER (C. Robertson).

SWABBING:

Swab samples were taken from the following horses:-
Race 4 FIESTA SHOW (winner)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
7	CONSIDEMUS	C. Bryant	A. Stead	Indisposed
8	DEVARIVA	C. Bryant	T. Barras	"

Former Hong Kong Galloper Running for the Members

Friday, 27 September 2002 00:00

City racing breaks from tradition this weekend and takes place at Victoria Park for the Radio TAB Sunday Family Race Day.

The long, green lawns of the city course provide the perfect location for a relaxing family picnic. There’s a live band booked to entertain between races and free rides will keep the kids occupied.

The most interesting runner of the day is former Hong Kong galloper Royal Liftout in the Radio TAB Class 6 Handicap, who makes his Australian debut for Tony McEvoy.

The gelding hasn’t raced since January after breaking down, and has a win and five placings from 15 starts.

"He was bred at Lindsay Park and went to Hong Kong as a yearling," McEvoy said. "He did win a race there and placed a few times but returned after an injury. He seems sound now, though.

"He’s a horse that is probably best suited up to a mile but he does have a bit of dash, so it will be interesting to see how he measures up here."

The 40 participants in the SAJC’s "Young Members Racing Group" will get to see their colours for the first time with Around The Block in the Sports Bet Breakfast Class 1 Handicap.

The syndicate, comprising new young members, race two horses with Lindsay Park, the other Roister.

"It’s a fabulous concept and we’ll be striving to make it successful," trainer Tony McEvoy said. "We need more new blood in racing, especially younger people."

The YMRG (Young Members Racing Group) will have a marquee on the grandstand lawn to cheer home their first runner.

For further information on the day contact Bridgette Robinson at the SAJC on 08 8295 0103

Media Release - Jason Hickson (TRSA)

Little Fined After Positive Swab in Adelaide

Monday, 23 September 2002 00:00

Victorian trainer Colin Little has been handed a substantial fine after an inquiry was held today into a positive swab from an unplaced runner he had in Adelaide in last July.

Little fronted the South Australian stewards at Morphettville today and was fined $6,000 after Serai returned a swab which "containted metabolites of a prohibited substance Acepromazine.

Evidence was taken from Little, Morphettville based trainer John Hall, who was stabling the horse while it was in Adelaide and apprentice rider Kypros Louca.

Serai was disqualified from the Kevern Klemich Memorial Handicap, a race which was run at Cheltenham on July 27. The galloper finished unplaced and stewards were not forced to amend any prizemoney positions.

Stewards advised they found Hall had "not breached the Rules" and had no case to answer.

PIC - Quentin Lang.

Victoria Park Race Pictorial (21/09/02)

Friday, 27 September 2002 00:00

Race 1 - Hurdle 2800m

Nastive Edition led throughout and turned for home going strongly as Classic Coup gave chase. To the last Nastive Edition was clear but bungled the last fence as Classic Coup jumped well. The last jump told the story of the race as Classic Coup raced past the grey to win well.

1-Classic Coup (6yo chestnut mare by Classic Fame from Seam of Gold) ridden by Steven Pateman. She is trained by Merri Glatz for herself, JA, L & B Glatz.

2-Nastive Edition
3-Comely King

Race 2 - Spring Plate 900m

The first two year old race of the season replacing the tradition Fulham Park Plate and Dequettville Stakes which have been moved to later in the season. She's A Card showed speed from the outset with Son of Spartacus and Oakwood settling just off the speed. Sadly soon after settling Brocco filly Sun Stream clipped heels and fell heavily breaking her off foreleg. She's A Card kicked clear inside the final 200m but Son of Spartacus issued a strong challenge as the filly appeared to become unbalanced as the colt brushed past. Son of Spartacus though won with something in hand from She's A Card with Oakwood making ground for third place.

1-Son of Spartacus (bay 2yo colt by Spartacus from Just Delicious) ridden by Simon Price. He is trained by Tony McEvoy for AG Nemer.

2-She's A Card
3-Oakwood

Race 3 - 3yo Hcp 1000m

Sunday Shoes had too much speed racing to the front and leaving a gap to the others to the line.

1-Sunday Shoes (3yo grey filly by Kenvain from Footloose) ridden by Ben Claridge. She is trained by Stuart Gower for WD & KR Ormond, KA Sellers, MJ Norman and VJ Smith.

2-Flawed Logic
3-Mr Watermark

Race 4 - Open Hcp 2400m

Clarendon's Curse led early with Jasper Ruler midfield followed by Lochi. Around the home turn Lochi made a forward move and was joined by Jasper Ruler as both joined Clarendon's Curse on straightening. The three horses fought the race out and on the line it appeared that the big head of Jasper Ruler had got him home but the official judge declared a dead heat between Jasper Ruler and Clarendon's Curse with Lochi third.

1-Clarendon's Curse (chestnut 5yo gelding by Brief Truce from Bill's Belle) ridden by Chris Bryant. He is trained by Mick Whittle for M Quigley, SW MacDonald, C Margells and C Doughty.

1- Jasper Ruler (bay 6yo gelding by Rancho Ruler from True Token) ridden by Travis Creek. He is trained by David Noonan for GR Symington.

3-Lochi

Race 5 - Provideo Hcp 1600m

Red Labelle kicked to the front in the home straight and looked to have the race but Zibellino put in a determined challenged before Halo Amore stormed down the outside to hit the front at the 50m and win comfortably.

1-Halo Amore (3yo bay filly by Don't Say Halo from Welcome Amore) ridden by David Tootell. She is trained by Mick Huxtable for B & J Terry.

2-Zibellino
3-Mootang

Race 6 - Open Hcp 1000m

Empress Waltz had too much speed for the opposition and left Deprave standing in her drive to the finish over the final 200m Recorded close to a record time for the journey.

1-Empress Waltz (bay 6yo mare by Rubiton from Dancing Danny) ridden by Jason Holder. She is trained by David Huxtable for himself and H Huxtable.

2-Deprave
3-Key Reversal

Race 7 - 2MW Hcp 1300m

1-Crasher McCauley (brown 6yo gelding by Scenic from She Zam) ridden by Jason Holder. He is trained by Jeremy Gask for Farrington Pinkerton B/S Synd, J & B Lejejs, L Bibbo & S Scaffidi-Muta.

2-Part of Jeune
3-Phyll The Flyer

Race 8 - 1MW Hcp 2000m

While all eyes were on Elathea finishing hard on the outside Dapperstan stormed home along the rails to win.

1-Dapperstan (6yo chestnut gelding by Pharostan from Captivate Me) ridden by Chris Bryant. He is trained by Dennis O'Leary for DE & RG Porter and PJ & JF Mules.

2-Elathea
3-Irish Intrigue

Gawler (SA)

Sunday, 22 September 2002 00:00

TRACK: Good
WEATHER: Overcast/Mild
Rail: True

RACE 1 – WALKER & KEIPERT REAL ESTATE DISTANCE MAIDEN PLATE - 1950 metres

The identity of TRUCE D’ETOILE was confirmed by the Stewards own records and permitted to start. Mr. D. Halliday, Trainer of TRUCE D’ETOILE, was fined $50 for not having the papers available as required by AR 59A.

Approaching the 600 metres TRUCE D’ETOILE (N. Tomizawa) rolled out and brushed GHAAZI (NZ) (S. Price).

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

RACE 2 – NEW WAVE SEAFOOD / GAWLER SOUTH BAKERY / SABIS 3YO MAIDEN PLATE – 1050 metres

COUNTRY EAGLE (N. Paine) was slow to jump and shortly after was severely hampered by WRANGLE (B. Claridge), which shifted out abruptly and GROSS INJUSTICE (C. Bryant), which shifted in.

COUNTRY EAGLE (N. Paine) raced greenly throughout the event.

At the entrance to the straight CAROL ANNE (A. Stead) shifted out onto LEGALLY BLONDE (W. Kerford), which shifted away abruptly, resulting in COUNTRY EAGLE (N. Paine) being obliged to check off its heels.

RORY’S TYPHOON was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported who reported no visible abnormalities.

RACE 3 – WATER SEARCH MAIDEN PLATE – 1200 metres

SMYTZER’S LEADER was withdrawn by Stewards at 7.44 a.m., acting on confirmed advice from Mr. J. Murray, representing Trainer Mr. J. T. Hall, that the gelding had an elevated temperature. Mr. J. Murray was questioned regarding the reasons for the scratching occurring outside the Scratching Time. After considering the explanation tendered, Stewards advised Mr. Murray, representing Mr. Hall, they would impose a fined of $100 under AR 114.

ACT SURE (Darren Holland) and IRISH BLESSING (J. Potter) were slow to jump.

Approaching the 1100 metres ROYAL BELL (S. Cahill) was obliged to steady off the heels of REGARDLESS (W. Kerford), which shifted in.

Near the 500 metres FINA DAZE (NZ) (B. Vale) was obliged to steady off the heels of IRISH BLESSING (J. Potter), which shifted in. J. Potter was advised to take greater care when shifting ground in future.

ROYAL BELL and PRIMED FOR GLORY were examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported no visible abnormalities.

ANTIQUE EDGE was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported the gelding exhibited a poor post-race recovery.

J. Holder, rider of PRIMED FOR GLORY, which performed poorly, explained that his mount had been marginally slow to begin, and from his wide draw he had elected to ride his mount quietly with cover. He stated that he had been obliged to race four wide, and that after leaving the 600 metres his mount had struggled under pressure and had given him the impression that it was disinterested in its work. PRIMED FOR GLORY was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported no visible abnormalities.

RACE 4 – AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS INSURANCE AGENCIES CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1600 metres

ENHANCER (D. Carney) was slow to jump.

RACE 5 – POLARCLAD CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1200 metres

THE BARON was withdrawn by Stewards at 10.17 a.m., acting on a confirmed telephone advice from the Trainer Mr. J. Letts the gelding was running a temperature.

SOGNARE (S. Price) was slow to jump.

NEVER DIEU LET UP (W. Kerford) jumped away awkwardly and shifted out, inconveniencing MISS NALA (M. Hoppo).

In the vicinity of the 1000 metres FINGERPRINT (C. Bryant) shifted in onto NEVER DIEU LET UP (W. Kerford), which was obliged to check and in doing so over reacted and contacted BURZAM (J. Bowditch), which became unbalanced. C. Bryant was severely reprimanded and advised to give riders on the inside the room to which they are entitled.

Near the 200 metres SOGNARE (S. Price) was obliged to steady off the heels of BURZAM (J. Bowditch), which shifted out.

J. Bowditch, rider of BURZAM, explained that after being inconvenienced in the vicinity of the 1000 metres his mount had never travelled and was always chasing. He felt the speed of the race was beyond BURZAM. BURZAM was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported no visible abnormalities.

RACE 6 – 2002 WOLF BLASS BAROSSA CUP – 1600 metres

SCENICY was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon on arrival on course and found to be lame in the off fore leg. Acting on that advice SCENICY was withdrawn by Stewards at 12.06 p.m.

DORADOS (N. Tomizawa) was slow to jump.

On jumping away NONE FOR THE ROAD (J. Holder) shifted in and inconvenienced SIMPLY MAGICAL (S. Price).

In the vicinity of the 1300 metres DORADOS (N. Tomizawa) brushed the running rail.

COCUS suffered a bi-lateral bleeding attack during the event. Mr. P. Stokes, Trainer of COCUS, was advised the gelding was now suspended for a period of three months in accordance with AR 53A.

RACE 7 – CRITERION TAVERN, GAWLER CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1400 metres

YOU LITTLE BEAUT (S. Price) jumped away awkwardly.

RACE 8 – PROFESSIONALS PLAYFORD CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1050 metres

CHEVITA (C. Bryant) was slow to jump.

Near the 800 metres MURIETTA (B. Vale) rolled in and inconvenienced GRAB A GRANNIE (J. Maund).

Approaching the 500 metres DUBAI CLARE (C. Lindop), which had made the turn awkwardly, shifted out, obliging VINTAGE SECRET (M. Hoppo) to race very wide.

Near the 100 metres NIGHT FANCY (C. Buchiw) was inclined to lay in under pressure.

SWABBING

Race 4 ENHANCER (winner)
Race 6 NONE FOR THE ROAD (winner)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	TRUCE D’ETOILE	N. Tomizawa		Notified
5	KOODA TIARA	D. Cleaver	D. Carney	Illness
6	WINNING SPIRIT	C. Lindop		Notified