Locals Cheer Clarendon Home in Strathalbyn Cup

Wednesday, 11 September 2002 00:00

Well ridden throughout the event, the Mick Whittle trained son of Brief Truce pounced on the early leader Rusty Dusty Grey before drawing clear for a comprehensive victory in the feature event.

Today was Clarendon’s Curse’s second consecutive win after his last start city success at Victoria Park when successful over 1800 metres again for Chris Bryant.

The ghostly grey Rusty Dusty Grey clinged on to grab second place ahead of the fast finishing Outside the Square.

A five-year-old chestnut gelding, Clarendon’s Curse has now started on 32 occasions for seven wins, four seconds and fourth thirds for stakes earnings of over $75,000.

Meanwhile, earlier in the day a probable Oakbank runner of the future was found when the Merri Glatz trained Classic Coup scored a great win in the Hurdle at Strathalbyn.

Merri is the trainer wife of Oakbank’s President John Glatz, and the gelding who placed on the flat to Hawkeye last start is raced by John and Merri and their children Lucy and Ben.

Wolf Hunts Own Race with Darwin Cup Winner

Monday, 09 September 2002 00:00

Stokes' Winning Run Continues

Wednesday, 11 September 2002 00:00

Mindarie-Halidon (SA)

Sunday, 08 September 2002 00:00

TRACK: Good
WEATHER: Fine
Rail: True

RACE 1 – WANBI HOTEL SOCIAL CLUB / BURDETT’S STORE / SABIS 3YO MAIDEN PLATE – 1000 metres

GODIVA (D. Cleaver) jumped away awkwardly and as a result inconvenienced ABULTAR (T. Creek).

SPINNING EAGLE (NZ) (J. Maund) and BLACK CURRENCY (N. Tomizawa) brushed on jumping away.

ALI OPAL (K. Louca) hung out from the 800 metres and as a result raced very wide.

BLACK CURRENCY lost its near hind plate during the running of the race.

RACE 2 – KELVIN WESTBROOK / COLLINS INDUSTRIAL MAIDEN PLATE – 1200 metres

Stewards ordered the withdrawal of STELAW at 11.07 a.m., acting on a confirmed telephone call that the gelding was found to have a filling in its off side front leg.

KING OF COIN (Darren Holland) was slow into stride and lost considerable ground.

Racing to the 700 metres FUMINO BRIGHTIA (N. Tomizawa) shifted in, struck the running rail and lost ground from that point onwards.

SHARE THE WINE (K. Louca) raced greenly in the straight and laid in. As a result, K. Louca was unable to ride the mare out in his normal manner.

GAZING suffered a bi-lateral bleeding attack during the event. Mr. D. Aldridge, Trainer of GAZING, was advised the gelding was now suspended from racing under the provisions of ARR 53A.

RACE 3 – MALLEE CONSTRUCTIONS / GRIFFITHS FARM MACHINERY CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1380 metres

When the gates were released BENYANG (C. Lindop) was inconvenienced due to SMYTZER’S MUSTANG (A. Stead) jumping away awkwardly and shifting out, at the same time as KOODA SHINE (B. Vale) shifted in.

Over the concluding 100 metres of the race FOX HELIOS (J. Maund) was disappointed for a run due to KOODA SHINE (B. Vale) rolling out, at the same time as LORD ARLINGTON (N. Tomizawa) shifted in.

KOODA SHINE lost its near fore plate during the running of the race.

RACE 4 – ALCOHOL GO-EASY / PRETORIA HOTEL / WEST END DISTANCE CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1700 metres

Racing to the 350 metres REALITY’S DREAM (G. Hoobin), when making a run around the outside of ZIP EXPULSION (M. Hoppo), rolled in, resulting in ZIP EXPULSION shifting in, causing KEEP THE BOUNTY (B. Claridge) to be taken in and resulting in SIR MAVARICK (C. Lindop) having to be checked and lose ground.

Approaching the 200 metres SIR MAVARICK (C. Lindop) was unable to obtain a clear run and as a result had to be checked to avoid the heels of KEEP THE BOUNTY (B. Claridge).

RACE 5 – BUNDABERG RUM CLASS 5 HANDICAP – 1100 metres

Mr. M. Whittle, Trainer of KEEP WAITING, approached the Stewards in respect to him having incorrectly declared C. Bryant as the rider of the gelding. Stewards accepted Mr. Whittle’s explanation and permitted A. Stead to replace C. Bryant on KEEP WAITING.

Racing to the 600 metres LINDROS (C. Buchiw), which had commenced to over-race, had to be steadied for some distance to avoid the heels of SMYTZER’S VIEW (W. Kerford).

RACE 6 – BARDRILL MINDARIE-HALIDON CUP – 1800 metres

Stewards accepted the explanation tendered by B. Vale for being doubly engaged on KING OF RUBITON and WINESONG. D. Mittiga replaced B. Vale on WINESONG.

GLENOLA (W. Kerford) jumped away awkwardly and shifted in, inconveniencing WINESONG (D. Mittiga) and DORADOS (N. Tomizawa).

Racing to the 1000 metres HAGGLE (C. Lindop) had to ease off the heels of OUTSIDE THE SQUARE (M. Hoppo) and as a result got its head up and over-raced for a short distance.

W. Kerford, rider of GLENOLA, explained that racing to the 600 metres he felt the mare was going to work into the race, but shortly after testing GLENOLA, the mare weakened out of the race quickly.

Racing to the 300 metres OUTSIDE THE SQUARE (M. Hoppo), which had been racing tightly on the inside of DORADOS (N. Tomizawa), was hampered and bumped, due to DORADOS rolling in. As a result, OUTSIDE THE SQUARE became unbalanced for a short distance. N. Tomizawa was advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances.

Prior to the declaration of Correct Weight B. Claridge rider of TOP KALA, and Mr. J. O’Connor Trainer of that gelding, both requested to view the official video film of the race. After doing so, in conjunction with Stewards, Correct Weight was duly declared.

RACE 7 – ZADOW WELL DRILLING / S & K BIGGINS / SABIS CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1100 metres

TAPPERS (K. Louca) and PANNING FOR GOLD (G. Hoobin) were slow to begin.

LONGTIE VET (J. Potter) and BEAU LOTTO (D. Mittiga) jumped away awkwardly.

TAPPERS (K. Louca) commenced to over-race in the early stages and racing to the 600 metres had to be checked to avoid the heels of BARLEES (B. Claridge)

Racing to the 500 metres BARLEES (B. Claridge) shifted out slightly, resulting in OLD SEA SALT (W. Kerford) shifting out and as a result bumped LONGTIE VET (J. Potter), taking that gelding wider.

K. Louca, rider of TAPPERS, dropped his whip racing to the 300 metres. K. Louca was warned and advised that a repetition may result in action being taken against him.

SWABBING:

Race 6 HAGGLE (winner)

VETERINARY:

RACE 5

Subsequent to the race a Veterinary inspection of AMBROC revealed no visible abnormalities.

A Veterinary inspection of QUICK GAME, subsequent to the race, revealed no visible abnormalities.

Strathalbyn (SA)

Wednesday, 11 September 2002 00:00

Track: Dead
Weather: Fine
Rail: True

RACE 1 – DAWSON LOKAN HURDLE - 2950 metres

NASTIVE EDITION (G. Young) was slow to jump.

LOVE OF BRANDY (N. Dunn) jumped the fence in the vicinity of the 500 metres awkwardly.

Inside the 400 metres J. Julian, rider of OLD DUNCAN, accidentally dropped his whip. J. Julian was advised that similar occurrences of carelessness would result in a penalty being imposed.

TOP KALA suffered a bi-lateral bleeding attack during the event. Mr. J. A. O’Connor, Trainer of TOP KALA, was advised the gelding was now suspended from racing for a period of three months in accordance with ARR 53A.

Subsequent to this event Stewards upgraded the track rating to GOOD.

RACE 2 – LAKEWOOD STUD DISTANCE MAIDEN PLATE – 2050 metres

The start of this race was delayed several minutes owing to BOWOOD ROAD (W. Kerford), which became restless and got its head under the gate, undergoing a Veterinary examination. BOWOOD ROAD was ruled fit to start.

FULL SPEC (J. Holder), which got down in the barriers, was withdrawn by Stewards, acting on Veterinary advice at 1.03 p.m. Mr. G. Lesnikowski, Trainer of FULL SPEC, was advised the gelding would be required to perform satisfactorily in an Official Trial prior to accepting for a future event.

Stewards ruled that all monies invested on FULL SPEC 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: 20 cents in the dollar, and
Bets for a PLACE 16 cents in the dollar.
SP bets are subject to the deductions.

THE BILL KEEPER (H. McKechnie), which was in an adjoining stall to FULL SPEC, was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon and ruled fit to start.

BARONESS OF BAMBRA (M. McDonald) was slow to jump.

After passing the winning post, on the first occasion, the saddle on BOWOOD ROAD (W. Kerford) shifted forward. W. Kerford explained that inside the 1300 metre, due to BOWOOD ROAD being reluctant to settle and his own predicament, he was obliged to allow his mount to stride forward.

Near the 800 metres RANGERINE (B. Claridge) brushed the running rail.

Inside the 500 metres THE BILL KEEPER (H. McKechnie), which was inclined to be reluctant to hold its position, was inconvenienced by QUITE EASY (NZ) (N. Tomizawa), which rolled in.

Over the concluding stages CARRAJA (P. Marks) was inclined to lay in under pressure. P. Marks reported that his saddle had rolled to the off side in the straight. CARRAJA was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported the gelding was sore in the near side wither.

RACE 3 – FIELDERS STEEL ROOFING / SABIS MAIDEN PLATE – 1350 metres

SAPPHIRE FLASH (NZ), which had been involved in a minor floating incident, was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon on arrival on course and ruled fit to start.

On arrival at the barriers SAPPHIRE FLASH (NZ) was further examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who felt the filly was stilted in its action and therefore ruled it unfit to start. Acting on that advice SAPPHIRE FLASH (NZ) was withdrawn by Stewards at 1.34 p.m.

Stewards ruled that all monies invested on SAPPHIRE FLASH (NZ) 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: 31 cents in the dollar, and
Bets for a PLACE: 21 cents in the dollar.
SP bets are subject to the deductions.

ACT SURE (M. Hoppo) and SLEEK FIGHTER (D. Carney) were slow to jump.

SEPARATOR (S. Price) was inclined to race greenly in the early stages of the race.

OSH (J. Maund) over-raced in the early stages of the event.

In the vicinity of the 800 metres MOON ROCK (C. Lindop) was obliged to steady off the heels of SEPARATOR (S. Price), which shifted in.

Inside the 600 metres SKYCOUP (J. Bowditch) was forced to check when tightened by BLACKJACK (T. Creek), as that gelding had been taken in by LADY ASHLYN (B. Vale), which was inclined to shift about. B. Vale was reprimanded and advised in future to take greater care when shifting ground.

Near the 400 metres ACT SURE (M. Hoppo) was held up momentarily and obliged to steady off the heels of POWER TO RULE (Darren Holland), which shifted in.

Shortly after entering the straight B. Vale, rider of LADY ASHLYN, dropped his whip. B. Vale was fined $50 in accordance with ARR 137(a).

Correct Weight for this event was delayed to allow J Bowditch, rider of SKYCOUP, to view the Official footage in the vicinity of the 700 metres.

RACE 4 – WEST END CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1200 metres

COZARZY (H. McKechnie) was slow to jump.

BOLD REEF (J. Lyon) jumped away awkwardly.

On jumping away FLIRT WITH DANGER (C. Bryant) was hampered by DEVITO (Darren Holland), which shifted out abruptly.

BOLD REEF (J. Lyon), which had been inclined to lay out throughout the event, shifted out on making the turn into the straight and continued to lay out under pressure. BOLD REEF was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported the gelding was sore in the off side neck.

At the entrance to the straight FLIRT WITH DANGER (C. Bryant) got its head up, became ungenerous and shifted out.

RACE 5 – THE SMITH FAMILY CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1350 metres

PEKOE (J. Lyon) and AWAY WITH FAIRIES (J. Holder) were slow to jump.

Inside the 300 metres SO SAY ALL OF US (J. Maund) was held up for some distance prior to being able to steady off the heels of KAMWAY (B. Claridge), which had commenced to weaken.

AWAY WITH FAIRIES was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported the mare was sore in the lower back.

RACE 6 – FINNISS LODGE STRATHALBYN CUP – 2050 metres

CLARENDON’S CURSE (C. Bryant) was slow to jump.

RUSTY DUSTY GREY (C. Buchiw) jumped away awkwardly.

VANDECLARE (C. Lindop) got its head up and raced fiercely in the middle stages, and in the vicinity of the 800 metres was obliged to steady off the heels of DHOLIMA’S DAUGHTER (M. Hoppo).

At the entrance to the straight VANDECLARE (C. Lindop) shifted out and brushed MANILOW (D. Carney).

C. Lindop, rider of VANDECLARE, reported the mare had hung out from near the 800 metres. VANDECLARE suffered a puncture wound to the off hind cannon during the race, which required First Aid. VANDECLARE was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported no other visible abnormalities.

C. Bryant, rider of CLARENDON’S CURSE, was questioned regarding his riding of the gelding approximately 40 metres from the finish. C. Bryant was found guilty of a charge under ARR 137 (c), in that he had committed a celebratory gesture prior to the finish and fined $200.

FRENZEL RHOMB (J. Bowditch), which had performed poorly, was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported the gelding to be very sore in the lower back.

RACE 7 – YALUMBA HANDICAP – 1350 metres

SCENICY (B. Claridge) was inclined to over-race in the early and middle stages of the race.

Inside the 200 metres YOU’RE JOKING (H. McKechnie) shifted out abruptly under pressure and contacted ZED FILES (T. Creek) on two occasions.

RACE 8 – O’CONNOR HARVESTING CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1600 metres

The start of this event was delayed to permit REKORB to have its near fore plate replaced.

COLORADO EXTREME (C. Buchiw) was slow to jump.

On jumping away SALEM (J. Holder) jumped away awkwardly and shifted in, tightening EXCLAIMER (B. Vale) onto TEMPESTO (B. Claridge), resulting in both runners being inconvenienced.

Near the 100 metres TEMPESTO (B. Claridge) shifted in under riding and inconvenienced COLORADO EXTREME (C. Buchiw).

SWABBING:

Race 6 CLARENDON’S CURSE (winner)
Race 7 ZED FILES (winner)
Race 8 PRINCE ARCHWAY (winner)

Morphettville (SA)

Wednesday, 04 September 2002 00:00

TRACK: Good
WEATHER: Fine
Rail: Out 6 metres entire circuit

RACE 1 : ADELAIDE FESTIVAL CENTRE / SABIS THREE-YEAR-OLD FILLIES MAIDEN PLATE 1100 metres

BELL’S SPIRIT (D. Tootell), JOY OF FLIGHT (S. Price), DEVARIVA (C. Lindop) and PERFECT SOLUTION (C. Bryant) were all slow to jump.

On jumping away WANNA PLAY CHICKEN (S. Cahill) was inconvenienced by PUSHING DAISIES (C. Buchiw), which shifted out.

At the entrance to the straight PUSHING DAISIES (C. Buchiw), which had been inclined to lay out, shifted out and momentarily inconvenienced WANNA PLAY CHICKEN (S. Cahill), which shifted out, taking MISS JAYLO (T. Creek) wider.

C. Buchiw, rider of PUSHING DAISIES, reported the filly was inclined to lay out throughout the event.

Inside the 200 metres PERSONAL DANCER (J. Maund) was held up for a short distance and then raced greenly when taken out, across heels to obtain clear running.

DOMINIONS sustained a small laceration to the off hind cannon during the race.

RACE 2 : P.D.R. SPORT MAIDEN PLATE (1^st Division) 1200 metres

PRIMED FOR GLORY (C. Buchiw) jumped away awkwardly and then shifted in onto FURLANG (T. Creek), taking that gelding in onto LOOK ‘N’ LEARN (J. Potter), resulting in that gelding shifting away and as a result WOLF TRAP (C. Lindop) and BLAWITH (W. Kerford) were inconvenienced.

SLEEK FIGHTER suffered a minor laceration to the near hind pastern during the race.

RACE 3 : www.projectiongraphics.com.au MAIDEN PLATE (2^nd Division) 1200 metres

THE STRONGEST LINK (N. Tomizawa) and SKYWOOD (J. O’Connor) brushed.

ARRABIN (NZ) (B. Vale) shifted in on jumping away and inconvenienced WESTERN MAIN (C. Lindop).

Approaching the 700 metres WESTERN MAIN (C. Lindop), which was inclined to race greenly, laid in and contacted the running rail and as a result shifted out and inconvenienced LIFELONG DREAM (S. Price).

At the entrance to the straight SKYWOOD (J. O’Connor) was inclined to lay out.

Approaching the 200 metres GREG (J. Potter) shifted in, resulting in SKYWOOD (J. O’Connor) being taken in and obliged to steady off the heels of LIFELONG DREAM (S. Price).

Near the 200 metres CAINE (Darren Holland), which had commenced to improve, was held up on the heels of SKYWOOD (J. O’Connor), which had commenced to weaken.

Near the 100 metres LIFELONG DREAM (S. Price), which was inclined to lay in, was accidentally struck by the whip of B. Claridge, rider of IT’S A GREY.

Approaching the finish CAPO DEL OPO (D. Tootell) was inclined to lay out under pressure, resulting in IT’S A GREY (B. Claridge) being taken out marginally.

Approaching the finish LIFELONG DREAM (S. Price) was again accidentally struck on the head by the whip of B. Claridge (IT’S A GREY).

S. Price, rider of 3^rd Placegetter LIFELONG DREAM, lodged an objection against IT’S A GREY (B. Claridge) being placed 2^nd, on the grounds of alleged interference inside the 150 metres. After taking into consideration all submissions, on viewing the official video and acting on their own observations, Stewards dismissed the objection as they determined that initially LIFELONG DREAM had been inclined to shift in of its own accord and that approaching the finish IT’S A GREY had been taken out marginally.

RACE 4 : WOODHEAD INTERNATIONAL MAIDEN PLATE 1600 metres

BIG IMPRA, which refused to be loaded, was withdrawn by Stewards at 1.50 p.m.

Stewards ruled that all monies invested on BIG IMPRA be refunded, with no other alteration to betting.

Ms. K. Evans, Trainer of BIG IMPRA, was advised the mare must complete a Barrier Trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before accepting for any future event.

SIR MAVARICK (B. Claridge) and CHEVALAE (D. Carney) brushed on jumping away.

Near the 200 metres FULL SPEC (J. Holder), in attempting a tight run, shifted in onto NAOMI PREVAILS (NZ) (C. Bryant), which was inconvenienced.

NAOMI PREVAILS (NZ) (C. Bryant) was eased out of the event from the 100 metres.

Inside the 100 metres SOUND TYCOON (J. Bowditch) shifted out under riding onto CHEVALAE (D. Carney), which was inclined to lay in, resulting in CHEVALAE being taken out, making contact with QUITE EASY (NZ) (N. Tomizawa), which was obliged to steady. In consequence CARRAJA (J. Potter) was forced to steady off the heels of QUITE EASY (NZ). J. Bowditch was severely reprimanded and advised in similar circumstances in future he would be expected to attempt to straighten his mount.

KENTON KNIGHT sustained a laceration to the near hind cannon during the event, which required First Aid.

NAOMI PREVAILS (NZ) pulled up lame in the off fore. The mare was subsequently examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported a suspected severe fracture of the off knee.

RACE 5 : BURNS FOR BLINDS / SABIS FILLIES & MARES CLASS 2 HANDICAP 1200 metres

MONSOON BABY (Darren Holland) was slow to jump

At approximately the 300 metres COZARVY (C. Lindop) shifted out under riding onto MONSOON BABY (Darren Holland), which was inconvenienced.

RACE 6 : HARVEY NORMAN CLASS 4 HANDICAP 1100 metres

OXFORD REGENT (B. Claridge) was slow to jump.

SEAVIEW ROAD (C. Buchiw) was slow into stride.

Approaching the 300 metres CACCIANI (NZ) (N. Tomizawa) shifted in and contacted the hindquarters of BONNIE GOLLIE (J. O’Connor) which became unbalanced. In consequence FREEDOM FUNDS (T. Creek), which was racing behind BONNIE GOLLIE, became held up for a short distance.

RACE 7 : THE EXCLUSIVE TICKETING COMPANY CLASS 3 HANDICAP 1800 metres

Acting on a confirmed telephone advice from Trainer Mr. S. Gower, DANCERKOV was withdrawn by Stewards at 8.35 a.m. due to it suffering an abscess in its near fore hoof.

LITTLE MISS CINDY (W. Kerford) raced fiercely in the early and middle stages of the race.

After entering the straight CELLAY (B. Claridge) shifted out onto LITTLE MISS CINDY (W. Kerford), which became inconvenienced and eventually was obliged to steady off the heels of CELLAY. B. Claridge was advised of his obligations when shifting ground in future.

Correct Weight for this event was delayed to permit B. Vale rider of ELEGANT RHAPSODY, and Mr. J. V. Hall Trainer of the mare, to view the official print for third. Correct Weight was duly declared.

RACE 8 : PROJECTION GRAPHICS COLTS, GELDINGS & ENTIRES CLASS 2 HANDICAP 1200 metres

BAY OF STEEL (S. Price) and RATHER GAZE (M. Hoppo) were slow to jump.

Near the 500 metres BEELZA (NZ) (B. Claridge), which was racing tight between JIMMY’S EDGE (R. Faehr) on its outside, and BAY OF STEEL (S. Price) on its inside, became reluctant to hold its position and lost ground.

C. Buchiw, rider of HEART STARTER, reported that in the straight her mount had hung out under pressure, and on pulling up after the race had felt short in its action in front. HEART STARTER was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported the gelding was lame in the near fore leg.

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

RACE 9 : STATE THEATRE COMPANY CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1600 metres

TOP OF THE MORNING (C. Buchiw) shifted in on jumping away and tightened ARMOUR (W. Kerford), onto AFFINITAS (C. Lindop), which was inconvenienced.

ARMOUR (W. Kerford) was inclined to race fiercely in the middle stages.

Near the 1100 ARMOUR (W. Kerford), which continued to race fiercely, shifted out and brushed ANOTHER FARE (S. Cahill), resulting in that mare being obliged to race without cover.

GHAAZI (NZ), which performed poorly, was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported no visible abnormalities.

TUDOR ARMY suffered a cut to its near hind leg during the event, which required First Aid.

COMO PRINCE was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported the gelding was lame in the off fore leg.

ANOTHER FARE was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported the gelding was lame in the near fore leg and exhibiting signs of shoulder muscle strain.

ROUTINE SWAB SAMPLES:

Race 1 JOY OF FLIGHT (winner)
Race 6 ADDITION (winner)
Race 2 TOUGH NUT (winner)
Race 7 ON THE NATCH (winner)
Race 3 CAPO DEL OPO (winner)
Race 8 BAROSSA BROADWAY (winner)
Race 4 CLAY MAN (winner)
Race 9 ROMANOUS JEWEL (winner)
Race 5 BURZAM (winner)

RIDER CHANGES:

New Management for Murray Bridge

Wednesday, 11 September 2002 00:00

"The appointment of the same company provides a good opportunity for both Clubs to work collaboratively in ensuring the continued growth of thoroughbred racing in the region" Bryan Guy, Chairman of Murray Bridge said.

"We are looking forward to a closer working relationship with the Strathalbyn Racing Club and believe the benefits to both Clubs are exceptional".

B Racing Management was established earlier this year when Chris Biggs and Nick Bawden were appointed to perform the Secretary/Manager's role at Strathalbyn Racing Club when Chris's brother Barry announced his retirement after 24 years of service to the Club.

"In many ways the shared initiatives will provide the incentive for both Clubs to prosper, given that between them they provide the largest training base outside of Metropolitan Adelaide" Chris Biggs said.

"It provides the opportunity to pool ideas and resources to achieve a critical mass, with the possibility of regional management procedures to be adopted".

To ensure the success of the operation B Racing Management recently announced the appointment of Tim Clements to the team.

"It is good to see 2 young people accepting the challenge of racing administration, since they represent the future of the thoroughbred racing industry. It is an exciting period that the industry is going through and they will bring a new meaning to the management of Racing Clubs." Chris Biggs said. "Both Nick and Tim will provide the front-line focus for both Strathalbyn and Murray Bridge Racing Clubs".

"Chris Biggs also provides the management role as Executive Officer for the South Australian Racing Clubs' Council and it is the first step for a bright future for both Clubs" John Cameron, Chief Executive officer, Thoroughbred Racing South Australia said.

Media Release - TRSA

Jolly Patient With Adelaide Pair

Tuesday, 03 September 2002 00:00

Morphettville trainer David Jolly remains undecided whether to run promising gelding Phyll The Flyer at Morphettville either tomorrow or Saturday.

The four-year-old is entered for tomorrow’s Harvey Norman Class 4 Handicap (1100m) and is a late nomination at headquarters for a 1050m event on Saturday.

Phyll The Flyer was heavily backed on debut at Murray Bridge late last month on the strength of a trial win at Morphettville.

After missing the start, the gelding quickly gathered speed and, despite racing greenly around the turn, strode away for a comfortable win.

"He’s still got a lot to learn but he’s a pretty promising type," Jolly said. "It’s hard to go from a maiden to a Class 4 or city race but he’s not overly big and I think it’s better he take on the tougher race with a light weight."

Jolly has been extremely patient with Phyll The Flyer, delaying his debut until he had had time to mature.

"He’s been in and out of work a number of times because he’s been immature," Jolly said. "We didn’t really want to rush him and I think the owners have been rewarded by his belated debut. He’s a stout little thing and I think he’ll develop into a handy sprinter."

Meanwhile, Jolly is also being patient with Goodwood Handicap winner Zip Zip Aray, who won’t make his spring debut until the $250,000 Group 2 National Telecoms Group Sprint (1100m) at Caulfield on Caulfield Cup day, October 19.

Jolly reports the gelding has returned in fine order but, showing patience that belies his years, doesn’t want to rush him back into racing.

"Like Phyll The Flyer, Zip Zip Aray has also been an immature type and I’m in no hurry to rush him back," Jolly said. "We considered races like the Vic Health Cup because I’ve no doubt he’ll make a 1400m horse but after the carnival here in May I wanted to give him a decent break.

"He’ll return first-up in the Group Sprint on Caulfield Cup day and then go to the Group 1 Salinger Stakes at Flemington on Derby day. I think it’s a better program for him and we’ll have plenty to look forward to in the autumn."

Zip Zip Aray, owned and bred by South Australian hoteliers Wayne and Jenny Francis, has started twice on straight tracks for a win and an excellent fourth in the Listed KMPG Stakes in April.

"The Salinger is a tough 1200m and probably suits 1400m run-on type horses better," Jolly said. "That’s what he’s looking for and he’ll be nice and fresh. We threw him in the deep end last time in and he swam, but this is another level. He’s a lovely galloper, though, and I think he’s up to it."

Zip Zip Aray had his first hit-out at Balaklava on Cup day in an exhibition gallop over 1000m. He will have another run over the same trip at the barrier trials at Victoria Park next Monday. It’s always a popular morning, as the new seasons two-year-olds hit the track for the first time.

Media Release - Jason Hickson (TRSA)

Promising Adelaide Youngster Faces Surgery

Tuesday, 10 September 2002 00:00

The gelding's trainer Stuart Gower reported to Adelaide stewards late yesterday that Kelmark would need to be operated on after a veterinary examination revealed a bone chip in the off fore knee.

Kelmark started the favourite in Saturday's Haigh's Chocolates Handicap at Morphettville and finished last behind the promising filly We Will Rock You.

Before Saturday the son of Keltrice was an impressive last start winner at Cheltenham, and two runs earlier he was a strong winner at Mildura.

So far from just six starts the gelding has netted his connections $32,780.

Murray Bridge (SA)

Sunday, 01 September 2002 00:00

RACE 1 – YALUMBA / SABIS MAIDEN PLATE – 900 metres

KOODA SAN (B. Claridge) and TAPPERS (K. Louca) were slow to begin.

In the vicinity of the 800 metres LOVES TO DANCE (P. Marks), which was racing greenly, shifted out and bumped OUR PEBBLES (J. Maund), which shifted out and bumped ROSZAMA (C. Buchiw).

In the vicinity of the 600 metres WHAT A WIZ (C. Lindop) shifted out slightly, at the same time as LOVES TO DANCE (P. Marks) shifted in slightly, and as a result TAPPERS (K. Louca), which was racing between those two horses and showing a tendency to race greenly, had to be checked and lost its position.

OUR PEBBLES (J. Maund) and TAPPERS (C. Louca), which were both racing greenly, bumped on several occasions in the straight.

In the vicinity of the 200 metres RUSTIC WHIRL (M. Neilson) and POLICIA (D. Cleaver) brushed.

Subsequent to the race an endoscopic examination of RUSTIC WHIRL revealed the mare was suffering from an upper respiratory problem.

RACE 2 – T & R PASTORAL CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1600 metres:

Inside the 200 metres BENARDO (C. Buchiw) laid in, forcing its rider to stop riding and straighten her mount.

Subsequent to the race a Veterinary examination of THUNDER LORD revealed no visible abnormalities.

Subsequent to the race a Veterinary examination of DAPPERSTAN revealed the gelding had suffered an internal lung haemorrhage.

RACE 3 – CARLIN & GAZZARD / SABIS MAIDEN PLATE - 1400 metres

ROYAL BANNER was a late scratching at 1.15 p.m. after T. Creek failed to arrive on course, before the prescribed time, due to car problems and there was no other suitable rider available.

M. Hoppo was fined $100 for doubly engaging himself on ACT SURE and HALO AMORE. Stewards ruled that M. Hoppo ride HALO AMORE and Darren Holland was engaged to ride ACT SURE.

REKORB (M. Neilson), TOM FOOL (P. Marks) and BELLA BIANCO (C. Lindop) were all slow to begin.

In the vicinity of the 950 metres ZEDOS (D. Cleaver) raced ungenerously and with its head in the air for a short distance.

TOM FOOL (P. Marks) showed a tendency to race greenly throughout the running of the race.

ACT SURE (Darren Holland) showed a tendency to race greenly over the concluding stages.

Subsequent to the race a Veterinary examination of TOM FOOL revealed the gelding was lame in the near hind leg. Mrs. V. Clark, Trainer of TOM FOOL, was advised that a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness to Race would be required to be lodged prior to the gelding accepting for any future event.

RACE 4 – JAYPAK CLASS 3 HANDICAP – 900 metres

Correct Weight was delayed in being notified to allow Apprentice J. Lyon to view the official Patrol film of the start. After doing so, in conjunction with Stewards, Correct Weight was duly declared.

KEELY’S GIFT (J. Lyon) stood flat-footed at the start and took no part in the race. Mr. K. Matson, Trainer of KEELY’S GIFT, was advised the mare must complete a Barrier Trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before accepting for any future event.

SALTIMBANCO (B. Claridge) jumped away awkwardly.

BELLA SIGNORINA (C. Lever) showed a tendency to lay in over the concluding stages, forcing its rider to stop riding and straighten his mount on several occasions.

RACE 5 – PATAWALONGA MOTEL DISTANCE CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 2200 metres

Correct Weight for this event was delayed to allow W. Kerford, rider of 3^rd Placegetter BOWOOD ROAD, to view the Official Stewards head-on film of the finish. After doing so, in conjunction with Stewards, Correct Weight was duly declared.

BOWOOD ROAD (W. Kerford) jumped away awkwardly.

Shortly after passing the finish post on the first occasion CATHY (B. Vale) shifted in and as a result MOUSE KING (J. Maund), which was racing keenly, had to be checked. B. Vale was reminded of his obligations when shifting ground.

In the vicinity of the 450 metres BONNIE WEE CHARLIE (P. Marks) shifted in slightly onto MOUSE KING (J. Maund), which shifted in slightly onto CATHY (B. Vale), which then had to be steadied from the heels of the tiring MOOKSTAR (M. Hoppo).

In the vicinity of the 200 metres DANGER CHARGER (C. Bryant) shifted in quickly, at the same time as ON THE GROG (C. Lindop) shifted out and as a result BOWOOD ROAD (W. Kerford) had to be checked. Shortly after BOWOOD ROAD shifted in and bumped ON THE GROG, which then had to be checked from the heels of MOUSE KING (J. Maund), which had shifted out slightly.

In the vicinity of the 100 metres P. Marks (BONNIE WEE CHARLIE) lost the use of his off-side iron when riding his mount out to the line, became unbalanced and shortly after was dislodged. P. Marks was examined by the Club’s Medical Officers and passed fit to fulfil his remaining engagements.

RACE 6 – CUB HANDICAP – 1400 metres

PITT BOSS KISS (NZ) was examined by the Veterinary Surgeon, prior to the race, and was passed fit to take its place in the field.

In the vicinity of the 450 metres DOUBLE LEGEND (M. Neilson) shifted out and bumped PITT BOSS KISS (NZ) (C. Lindop), which became unbalanced for a short distance. M. Neilson was reminded of his obligations when shifting ground.

B. Claridge (THE KALICI KID) accidentally dropped his whip in the vicinity of the 300 metres. B. Claridge was warned and advised that a further repetition may result in action being taken against him.

RACE 7 – CHAPMAN’S SMALLGOODS CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1000 metres

M. Hoppo replaced C. Bryant as the rider of FINGERPRINT. C. Bryant was subsequently fined $100 under ARR 120(b).

RACE 8 – SNEATH FREIGHT LINES CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1400 metres

LIPGLOSS was examined by the Veterinary Surgeon, prior to the start, and was passed fit to take its place in the field.

In the vicinity of the 450 metres LIPGLOSS (C. Buchiw) shifted in quickly and bumped VELVET LAKE (B. Claridge), which shifted in slightly and as a result SLIPPERY GUY (W. Kerford) had to be checked and lose its position. C. Buchiw was reminded of her obligations and advised to take more care when placed in a similar situation in future.

LIVE THE DREAM (J. Lyon) showed a tendency to lay out and raced greenly in the straight.

VELVET LAKE (B. Claridge) raced greenly over the concluding stages.

Stewards questioned M. Hoppo (MISS DANGER) into the reason why he persisted putting pressure on the leader MANIHI PRINCE (C. Lindop) in the middle stages.

M. Hoppo advised Stewards that after the lead was very keenly contested, in the early stages, he had been trapped four wide and had been instructed by Trainer Mr. B. Burgess, to ride the mare forward and have her in a prominent position as the mare was inclined to race ungenerously back in the field. M. Hoppo was advised that his explanations would be noted.

Subsequent to the race a Veterinary examination of MANIHI PRINCE revealed no visible abnormalities.

SWABBING:

Swab samples were taken from the following horses:-
Race 2 MISTY HEIGHTS (winner)
Race 6 DOUBLE LEGEND (winner)