Devonport (Tas)

Wednesday, 07 January 2004 00:00

TRACK:   Good  (downgraded to Dead at 12.54 pm)
WEATHER:   Overcast
RAIL: True Position Entire Circuit

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
3	CLAUSE TWO	G Millard		No rider declared *
3	LIBBIANNE	S Snell		No rider declared *
3	SPRY	M Allen (a)	S Gates	Rider unavailable **

*  Stewards accepted trainer Graeme McCulloch’s explanation in regard to his failure to declare a rider by the allotted time.

**   To be investigated

 

RACE 1 – SOUTHERN CROSS TELEVISION CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1600 METRES -  5 RUNNERS

 

BLADE STAR (Simon Snell) and SHE’S WICKED (David Pires) brushed for a number of strides at approximately the 400 metre mark.

 

JOHNY GUM ROL (Jo Geard (a)), which led by a substantial margin, tired noticeably over the concluding stages.

 

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race BLADE STAR (Trainer Winston Pilgrim).

RACE 2 –MCKILLOPS INSURANCE CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1380 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

CALANTE LAD (Brendon McCoull) reared after being loaded into its barrier stall.  The veterinary surgeon inspected CALANTE LAD and passed it fit to take its place in the field.

 

DR BARRETT (Jodi Borrett) was a little slow away at the start.

 

OXFORD BELLE (Terry Wong (a)) was held up for a clear run for a number of strides at approximately the 600 metre mark and thereafter again at the 500 metre mark.

 

At about the 150 metre mark WORTH A MENTION (Rebecca Hanby), who was laying in under pressure, shifted in and crowded LILLIAN’S LASS (Craig Newitt) to its inside for a short distance.   Jockey Hanby stopped riding, put both hands on the reins and straightened her mount.

Jockey Rebecca Hanby was issued with a reprimand for failing to weigh in after this event (A.R.144).

 

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race MAPATAZ (Trainer Terry Roles)

RACE 3 – JACKSON MOTOR COMPANY MAIDEN PLATE – 1175 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

 

Trainer Graeme McCulloch was fined $50 (A.R.140A) for presenting CLAUSE TWO in the mounting yard without blinkers.

 

GRAND ARTIST (Rebecca Hanby), LIBBIANNE (Simon Snell) and SPRY (Shane Gates) were all slow to begin.

 

LIBBIANNE (Simon Snell) and TAINUI FLYER (Leah Goodrick) contacted shortly after the start.

 

WOEWODIN (Craig Newitt) pulled hard and raced ungenerously in the early and middle stages.

ATWESTCO (Cory Kingston) raced greenly throughout.

 

Jockey Simon Snell (LIBBIANNE) reported that the mare was inclined to over-race in the early stages.

 

GRAND ARTIST returned to scale with blood in its left nostril.  The veterinary surgeon remained with the gelding for twenty minutes and no blood was apparent in its right nostril.

 

RACE 4 – THE ADVOCATE CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1175 METRES - 8 RUNNERS

 

BEELZA ((NZ)) reared at the start and was a little slow away.

 

ROSEWOOD RIVERS (Rebecca Hanby) pulled hard in the early and middle stages.

 

Jockey Simon Snell (LONELY SHORE) reported that his mount was inclined to over-race in the early stages of the event and thereafter laid out in the home straight.

 

AVENGEFUL (Greg Millard) threw its head up at the 600 metre mark, when being restrained by its rider, and raced ungenerously for a number of strides.

 

Rounding the home turn LADY OF NEVER (Ernest Chan) shifted out slightly and as a result INVERMAY GIRL (Stephen Maskiell) shifted a little wider on the track and brushed with LONELY SHORE (Simon Snell), who was laying out at the time.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race INVERMAY GIRL (Trainer Barry Campbell).

RACE 5 – THE PREMIER’S THREE –YEARS-OLD CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1175 METRES - 8 RUNNERS

 

At approximately the 800 metre mark PETER’S PICK (Terry Wong (a)) and MISS BARYSH (Kane Bandy) contacted for a number of strides when both horses raced greenly.

 

TAN QUEST (Brendon McCoull) was held up for a clear run rounding the home turn and thereafter rounding the home turn shortly prior to straightening TAN QUEST (Brendon McCoull) shifted out slightly and brushed with BAY ALI (Simon Snell).  At the same time LITTLE STUART (Stephen Maskiell) was making progress to the outside of BAY ALI.  BAY ALI shifted out slightly as a result and brushed with LITTLE STUART, whose hindquarters were turned outwards and immediately thereafter LITTLE STUART ducked in sharply and shifted ground inwards for a short distance despite the efforts of its rider and crowded BAY ALI on to TAN QUEST.  As a result BAY ALI and TAN QUEST contacted on a number of occasions and both horses had to be checked by their riders and lost some ground in consequence.  Stewards were satisfied that the incident was not due to the carelessness of any one rider and in the circumstances took no further action.

 

A post-race veterinary inspection of TAN QUEST revealed a small abrasion to the off hind fetlock which was of nil significance.

RACE 6 – TOLL TASMANIA CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1800 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

 

STARRED (Clare Lindop) proved fractious after being loaded into her barrier stall.

 

ALI’S MOON (Simon Snell) and MT STROMLO ((NZ)) (Kane Bandy) contacted shortly after the start.

 

MILLENIUM MELLAY (David Pires) and NICANOVA (Stephen Maskiell) had a tendency to over-race in the early stages of the event.

 

Jockey Shane Gates (PYENGANA) accidentally dropped his whip just prior to the crossing at about the 200 metre mark.

 

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race SQUIRE MOOR (Trainer W N McShane).

RACE 7 – THE OASIS DEVONPORT CUP – 1800 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

 

Random pre-race blood samples were taken from the following horses:-

ST ANDREWS – Trainer G E Blacker

DREAM QUEST – Trainer Barry Campbell

ALMOST SPRING – Trainer Terry Roles

KIMBERLEY QUEST – Trainer John Blacker

SAFIN – Trainer Leon Wells

 

BETTER THINK was found to be lame on return to scale.  Trainer A Stubbs was advised that a veterinary certificate will be required before the gelding’s next trial or race start.

A post-race swab sample was taken from the winner of the race CHARDERE (Trainer Darrel Baldock)

RACE 8 – J BOAG & SON CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1600 METRES – 10  RUNNERS

 

SCOTTISH SYMBOL (Brendon McCoull), ISLAND QUEST (Clare Lindop) and JACARANDA PARK (Terry Wong (a)) were a little slow away at the start.

MAN IN A RUSH (Simon Snell) had to be steadied by its rider and switched to the outside of SIR RODGER (Craig Newitt) at the 100 metre mark when SIR RODGER shifted outwards under pressure.

When questioned about ALLUSIONS poor performance, jockey Stephen Maskiell stated that, although not beaten by a substantial margin, he was disappointed with the gelding’s  performance and added that ALLUSIONS had a tendency to lay in in the straight.   Stewards noted jockey Maskiell’s explanation and requested a post race veterinary examination, which revealed no obvious abnormalities.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race SWEETWATER RIVER (Trainer Terence Evans)

RACE 9 – MITSUBISHI MOTORS HANDICAP – 1175 METRES - 7 RUNNERS

 

WILLCANNIA (Clare Lindop) raced in the following colours:- Purple and yellow halves, yellow sleeves and cap

GENERAL

Trainer Ken Dixon represented trainer W J Green at today’s meeting.

King Island (Tas)

Friday, 26 December 2003 00:00

TRACK:   GOOD
WEATHER:   FINE

RACE 1 – KING ISLAND IGA MAIDEN HANDICAP – 1000 METRES

 

CLANCY’S CROSSING (Megan Ansley (a)) broke through the barrier gates prior to the start.  This gelding was inspected by the veterinary surgeon and passed fit to take its place in the field.  

LOUDY’S GOLD (Michael Tabone) was slow to begin.

RISKY CHOICE (Emma Curran) lost ground near the 800m and blundered approaching the 400m resulting in the rider becoming unbalanced for some distance.  A post race examination by the veterinary surgeon revealed no abnormalities. 

Jockey Emma Curran reported that she struck her knee on the barriers at the start, she was treated by the ambulance personnel and was passed fit to continue to ride. 

RACE 3 – CJD EQUIPMENT TROPY – 1000 METRES

 

McKENNEY (Mark Horobin) was slow to begin, shifted out and attempted to buck shortly after the start.  The manners of McKENNEY will be monitored in future starts. 

TRAVEL POINT (Emma Curran) pulled hard in the early stages of the race.  

RACE 4 – R & J CONTRACTING CLASS A HANDICAP – 1800 METRES

 

BLUE LANI (Marc Ball (a)) shifted in near the 1300m resulting in POWER OF PETITE (P Sarlo) and RUSSIAN STYLE (Megan Ansley (a)) being inconvenienced.   Apprentice M Ball was advised to exercise more care when shifting ground. 

RACE 6 – KING ISLAND MOTORS/CHEAPA ISLAND CAR RENTAL CLASS B HANDICAP – 1600 METRES

 

Shortly after the start the rider of RECHARGED (Peter McLean) rode his mount forward but then had to restrain off the heels of the runners in front.  Stewards advised jockey Peter McLean to exercise more care in similar situations. 

Near the 1300m ROBARCH (Paul Sarlo) shifted in resulting in GO GAZER (Kelly Cossman (a)) having to ease and SOUTH ROAD (Mark Horobin) being severely checked and losing ground forcing COMIC CONNECTION (Marc Ball (a)), RECHARGED (Peter McLean) and ZARDONI (Shannon Brazil) who were following all to be checked. 

Jockey P Sarlo was charged under AR 137 (a) in that near the 1300m he allowed his mount to shift in when insufficiently clear of GO GAZER (Kelly Cossman (a)) and SOUTH ROAD (Mark Horobin) resulting in GO GAZER being eased and SOUTH ROAD being severely checked.  Jockey P Sarlo pleaded not guilty but was found guilty of the charge.  A fine of $200 was issued to P Sarlo, in not issuing a more severe penalty stewards took into consideration P Sarlo’s good record with regard to this type of offence.

Near the 400m COMIC CONNECTION (Marc Ball (a)) shifted in resulting in SOUTH ROAD (Mark Horobin) being checked.  Stewards issued Marc Ball (a) the rider of COMIC CONNECTION with a severe reprimand for careless riding.

RACE 7 – K & H COLGRAVE MAIDEN HANDICAP – 1600 METRES

 

BRUSHMAN (Paul Sarlo) was slow to begin.

Upon returning to scale BRUSHMAN (Paul Sarlo) which finished 2^nd lodged a protest against SAINTS ABOVE (Marc Ball (a) placed 1^st alleging interference over the final 100m.

The riders of LUCIBEAR (Megan Ansley (a), 3rd place and CHANGE THE JACK (Shannon Brazil), 4^th place requested to view the film over the concluding stages of the race and when they had done so the riders of LUCIBEAR and CHANGE THE JACK lodged protests against 2^nd for interference over the concluding stages.

Upon deliberation stewards dismissed 2^nd verses 1^st finding that although SAINTS ABOVE had shifted in over the last 100m there was no direct interference caused to BRUSHMAN.

The protest 3^rd verses 2^nd was also dismissed as stewards found that although the running of LUCIBEAR became tightened just before the winning post the extent of the interference did not exceed the margin at the end of the race between 2^nd and 3^rd.

The protest of 4^th against 2^nd was upheld, as stewards were satisfied that in the concluding stages BRUSHMAN had shifted in and taken the running of CHANGE THE JACK and that the extent of this interference had exceeded the margin at the end of the race.  The amended placings were 1^ST - SAINTS ABOVE, 2^ND – LUCIBEAR, 3^RD – CHANGE THE JACK and 4^TH - BRUSHMAN.

Upon inquiry it was established that in the last 100m SAINTS ABOVE had shifted in but remained clear of BRUSHMAN to its inside which had continued to shift in resulting in CHANGE THE JACK to its inside being tightened and checked as well as LUCIBEAR being tightened just prior to the winning post. 

Jockey P Sarlo was issued with a reprimand for this incident. 

GENERAL

As Jockey Craig Marshall was unable to attend the race meeting due to transport difficulties the following rider changes were made.

Race 1 No 3 FUTURE EVENT - Katrina Cosson Apprentice

Race 6 No 2 GO GAZER - Katrina Cosson Apprentice

Race 7 No 6 ST DONALD - Katrina Cosson Apprentice

Launceston (Tas)

Thursday, 01 January 2004 00:00

TRACK:  GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL:True position entire circuit.

*Stewards to investigate

RACE 1 – NORTHERN MIDLANDS COUNCIL MAIDEN PLATE (Fillies & Mares 3YO & Upwards SW) – 1400 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

SPINDABELLE (S Snell) jumped awkwardly at the start and contacted with FILL LIFE WITH JOY (S McFerran), thereafter SPINDABELLE (S Snell) laid out throughout the event and over raced in the early and middle stages.

Rounding the home turn ANNMAIN (T Atkin), who was giving ground at the time had to be steadied momentarily when COOL INFLATION (S Maskiell) shifted in marginally.

RACE 2 – LONGFORD COUNTRY CLUB HOTEL MAIDEN PLATE (Colts, Geldings & Entires 3YO & Upwards SW) – 1400 METRES - 8 RUNNERS

RUN FOR MITCH (D Pires) was fractious in the barrier gates prior to the start being effected, and as a result was slow to begin loosing approximately 2 lengths.

 

GORDON HIGHLANDER (G Millard) was held up for a clear run rounding the home turn for a short distance.

 

RACE 3 – T A BRICKNELL HANDICAP (CLASS 1) –– 1400 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

KENTUCKY BOURBON (S Snell) jumped awkwardly and outwards and shifted out shortly thereafter and crowded BIONIC BOY (T Atkin) and OUTRIGGER (B McCoull) onto PLATINUM SONG (D Pires), who shifted in and as a result BIONIC BOY (T Atkin) and OUTRIGGER (B McCoull) became crowed for galloping room and lost their running positions.

KENTUCKY BOURBON (S Snell) had a tendency to lay out rounding the 800 metre mark and thereafter rounding the home turn.

A post race Veterinary examination of OUTRIGGER (Trainer H Patterson) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

RACE 4 – GRENVILLE STUD  HANDICAP (CLASS 6) – 1400 METRES – 5 RUNNERS

No report.

RACE 5 – INCITEC PIVOT HANDICAP (CLASS 4) – 1400 METRES – 6 RUNNERS

DRAGON SPIRIT (S Maskiell) dropped its head as the gates were released, as a consequence was slow away losing 2 to 3 lengths.  Jockey Maskiell reported that as a result of this horse being slow away, he was unable to race in a more forward position as intended.  He further stated that notwithstanding this fact, his horse had every chance in running.

SHOEYOCHA (J Borrett) jumped in and contacted with CAUSE FOR DIVORCE (T Atkin).

Approaching the 550 metre mark CAUSE FOR DIVORCE (T Atkin) shifted out and brushed with DRAGON SPIRIT (S Maskiell).

DRAGON SPIRIT (S Maskiell) laid in, in the straight.

CAUSE FOR DIVORCE (T Atkin) shifted ground inwards under pressure over the concluding stages.

RACE 6 – ELDERS WEBSTER LONGFORD CUP (HANDICAP) – 1800 METRES - 6 RUNNERS

NUVOLARI (E Chan (a)) was a little slow to begin and thereafter raced a little ungenerously between the 1200 and 1000 metre marks.

When questioned about MIDNIGHT BREW’s performance, Jockey Maskiell stated that when he placed this horse under pressure and asked for an effort the horse failed to respond.

A post race Veterinary examination of MIDNIGHT BREW (Trainer G Glover) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A swab sample was taken from BETTER THINK (Trainer A Stubbs) winner of the race.

RACE 7 – BANJO CLUB HANDICAP (CLASS 1) – 1800 METRES – 9 RUNNERS

DESAILLY FLAT (S Snell) was a little slow away.

Shortly after passing the winning post for the first time DESAILLY FLAT (S Snell) was awkwardly placed on the heels of MATSQUI BOY (T Atkin), shifted out and in doing so carried CHARLIE RAAMI (G Millard) a little wider on the track.  At the same time TAL QORMI (L Goodrick) commenced to over race and shifted out rounding the turn and had to be checked off the heels of DURRENMATT (S Maskiell) who had shifted in slightly.  After enquiring into this report, Stewards were satisfied that the incident was accidental and not due to the carelessness of any one rider.

Stewards questioned Apprentices Hart (ROSIE’S VAIN) and Chan (NORMAN FLYER) regarding their riding in the early and middle stages of the event.  Both Apprentices stated that they were instructed to lead.  Apprentice Hart stated that once he got to the lead he did make an attempt to restrain his mount.  Both Apprentices stated that they were unaware of the margin that they had established between themselves and the rest of the field.  In the circumstances Stewards advised both Apprentices to ensure that in future they be mindful of the pace at which they are travelling.  Stewards were satisfied in the circumstances that neither Apprentice’s riding was such that it was capable of infringing on the Rules of Racing.  In coming to their decision Stewards took into account their level of experience.

Trainer T Evans was charged $27.50 for the use of the Club colours on DURRENMATT.

RACE 8 – IMPACT FERTILISERS HANDICAP (CLASS 2) – 1400 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

PYENGANA (S Snell) was held up for a clear run for a short distance approaching the home turn.

Rounding the home turn MAN IN A RUSH (L Goodrick) had to be steadied off the heels of LIGHT RANK (TAtkin), who had a tendency to hang in.  In the circumstances Stewards advised Jockey Atkin to ensure that in future when his mounts commence to hang that he makes a far greater effort to keep them on a straight course.

A post race Veterinary examination of ROMAN ECLIPSE (Trainer C Jordan) revealed this gelding to be lame in near fore leg.  Trainer Jordan was advised that a Veterinary Certificate would be required before this gelding’s next official barrier trial or race start.

GENERAL

             Trainer G White advised Stewards that Trainer B Ryan will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his Apprentice E Chan at today’s race meeting.

             All riders taking part in today’s event were selected for the taking of a sample by means of a breath analyser.   All samples returned negative.

Launceston (Tas)

Friday, 26 December 2003 00:00

TRACK:   GOOD
WEATHER:   FINE
RAIL: True position entire circuit.

RACE	HORSE	RIDER	REPLACED BY	REASON
1	STORM WEST	C Burt	J Borrett	Prior engagement
1	DARING QUEST		C Burt	Emergency gained a start

RACE 1 – ROUTLEY’S MAIDEN PLATE (3YO & Upwards SW) – 1600 METRES - 16 RUNNERS

MR BEE (S Gates) jumped awkwardly at the start and contacted with WINDIAN (T Atkin) who in turn contacted with STORM WEST (J Borrett).

BLADE STAR (S Snell) laid in approaching the 300 metre mark crowding DARING QUEST (C Burt) which had to be checked by its rider and in doing so inconvenienced RAYMOND STREET (J Geard (a)) which contacted with OUTLAW LASSIE (R Hanby) to its inside.

OUTLASSIE LASSIE (R Hanby) was accidentally struck on the head at the 150-metre mark by the whip of Jockey Snell, the rider of BLADE STAR.

MOXOON (G Millard) shifted in at approaching the 100 metre mark, at the same time BLADE STAR (S Snell) shifted out slightly, causing OUTLAW LASSIE (R Hanby) to be crowded for room as a result this mare had to be eased for a number of strides.  Jockeys Millard and Snell were shown the video of the incident and Jockey Millard was advised to stop riding and straighten his mount sooner than he did on this occasion.  Jockey Snell was advised to stop riding and straighten his mounts in future.  Both Jockeys Millard and Snell were advised that if they offend in a similar manner in future, stronger action may be taken.

A post race Veterinary examination of DARING QUEST (Trainer K Dixon) revealed this mare pulled up lame in the near hind leg, appearing to have a ruptured suspensory ligament.  Trainer Dixon was advised that a Veterinary Certificate will be required before this mare’s next official barrier trial or race start.

A post race Veterinary examination of LOVE HER (Trainer B Dalco) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

RACE 2 – TOLL TASMANIA MAIDEN PLATE (3YO & Upwards SW) – 1200 METRES - 11 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed for approximately 2 minutes when LA BASSE dislodged Jockey Gates during the preliminary.  LA BASSE was taken to the barriers by the Clerk of the Course.  Jockey Gates was examined by the Ambulance staff who declared him fit to ride.  The start was also delayed due to the barrier manners of NOTHIN LEICA TOY (K Bandy) who proved fractious after being loaded into its barrier gate.  NOTHING LEICA TOY was slow to begin losing approximately 2 lengths. Shortly thereafter, LA BASSE who was racing ungenerously appeared to buck in running, dropped its head and dislodged Jockey Gates.  After questioning Jockey Gates in relation to this horses manners and after viewing the video footage of the incident, Stewards advised Trainer Catherine Jordan that this horse is stood down to an official barrier trial during which it must perform to the satisfaction of Stewards before being permitted to race.  In coming to their decision, Stewards took into account that Jockey Gates stated that the horse bucked during its preliminary and in his opinion again bucked in running.   Following the running of this event, Jockey Gates was examined by the course medical officer who declared him fit to ride.

 

Trainer Dianne Ray-Luttrell was advised that a warning has been placed on NOTHIN LEICA TOY’s barrier manners.  Trainer Dianne Ray-Luttrell advised that it is her intention to spell the horse and trial it several times prior to its next race start.

At about the 1100 metre mark WOEWODIN (B McCoull) shifted in and crowded DIVULGENCE (R Hanby) onto BOBBY TOBRUK (G Millard).

 

Approaching the 800-metre mark DREAM RACER (P Michaelides) was inconvenienced and had to be steadied by its rider when the riderless LA BASSE shifted in and crowed this gelding.  Shortly thereafter LA BASSE shifted out abruptly at about the 700-metre mark and carried DANAREEF (S Snell) wider on the track.

A post race Veterinary examination of LA BASSE (Trainer C Jordan) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

A swab sample was taken from GALVANIZED (Trainer I Hay) winner of the race.

RACE 3 – LIL’S MAIDEN/CLASS 1 PLATE (SW) –– 2100 METRES - 11 RUNNERS

DESSAILY FLAT (G Millard) threw its head up in the air at the start and jumped awkwardly

 

Shortly after the start the saddle slipped forward on ESTATE KING (S Gates) placing Jockey Gates at a disadvantage for the entire event.

 

DURRENMATT (S Snell) had a tendency to over race in the early stages

 

TAL QORMI (L Goodrick) was held up for a clear run for a number of strides rounding the home turn, at the same time DURRENMATT (S Snell) shifted in to improve its position, which resulted in LAKE JULIAN (D Parish) being crowded between this horse and TAL QORMI (L Goodrick).

 

DURENNMATT (S Snell) and STARRED (B McCoull) both had a tendency to lay in in the straight.

A post race Veterinary examination of TAL QORMI (Trainer M Trinder) revealed a small amount of blood in the left nostril from a small cut.

A swab sample was taken from MILLENIUM MELLAY (Trainer C Jordan) winner of the race.

RACE 4 – ERIC STANLEY CLASS 2 HANDICAP (Fillies & Mares) – 1400 METRES – 8 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed for 1 to 2 minutes due to QUEST FOR ILLUSION (S Hamer (a)) being fractious to load into the barrier stalls and MAMSELLE MOET (S Gates) underwent a pre race Veterinary examination and was passed fit to take its place in the field.

LANGKAWI (L Goodrick) and FUN IN MONACO (D Pires) were both slow to begin.

Leaving the 800-metre mark QUEST FOR ILLUSION (S Hamer (a)) commenced to over race, threw its head in the air and shifted ground out on two occasions carrying SPINIFEX FAIRY (T Atkin) wider on the track.

At approximately the 600-metre mark QUEST FOR ILLUSION (S Hamer (a)) laid in on several occasions momentarily inconveniencing MAMSELLE MOET (S Gates).

FUN IN MONACO (D Pires) and QUEEN OF EGYPT (D Parish) both laid out in the straight.

A post race Veterinary examination of MAMSELLE MOET (Trainer C Jordan) revealed this mare to be lame in the near fore let.  Trainer Jordan was advised that a Veterinary Certificate will be required before this mare’s next official barrier trial or race start.

RACE 5 – O’KEEFE’S HOTEL CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1200 METRES – 13 RUNNERS

Shortly after the start LILLIAN’S LASS (D Pires) was inconvenienced when ACCESS POINT (R Hanby) shifted ground outwards.

OXFORD BELLE (T Wong (a)) was slow to begin

SPIT THE PIP (C Burt) jumped the crossing at the 800 metre mark.

LILLIAN’S LASS (D Pires) shifted ground inwards under pressure over the concluding stages.

OLD EUGOWRA (J Geard (a)) had a tendency to lay in in the straight.

A post race Veterinary examination of TERRI OR ROSE (Trainer D Ray-Luttrell) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

RACE 6 – TOM G JOHNSTON HANDICAP – 1200 METRES - 7 RUNNERS

Correct weight was delayed when a protest was lodged by B McCoull (MISLAID – 2^nd placegetter) against the 1^st placegetter LITTLE PORKIES ((NZ)) (E Chan (a)) alleging interference over the concluding stages.  After hearing the evidence and viewing the official patrol films the protest was dismissed and correct weight was announced on the Judge’s placings.  It was established that LITTLE PORKIES ((NZ)) (E Chan (a)) who had a tendency to lay out shifted ground outwards over the concluding stages of the event and momentarily brushed with MISLAID (B McCoull) just prior to the winning post.  Apprentice Chan was shown the video of the incident and was advised to stop riding and straighten his mount in future when his mounts commence to hang.

TAL JACK (K Bandy) had a tendency to over race in the early stages of the event.

A post race Veterinary examination of TAL JACK (Trainer T Roles) revealed this gelding to have an excessively high heart rate.  Trainer Roles advised Stewards that it is his intention to have a blood sample taken from TAL JACK for analysis.  Trainer Roles will advise Stewards of the result.

A swab sample was taken from LITTLE PORKIES ((NZ)) (Trainer G White) winner of the race.

RACE 7 – CASCADE DRAUGHT CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1200 METRES – 10 RUNNERS

UNDERGROUND (E Chan (a)) jumped out awkwardly and carried OUR FARFOO (NZ) (D Pires) outwards slightly.

SHIMOUSE (E Chan (a)) jumped awkwardly and contacted MT. STROMLO (NZ) (R Hanby).

When questioned in relation to DRUM TIME’s performance in today’s event, Jockey Millard stated that this horse jumped with its head in the air and felt sensitive in the mouth and as a consequence lost several lengths.  He further stated that as a result he eased back on the gelding and as a consequence lost his running position, he also stated that it was his intention to race this horse from a forward position.

A post race Veterinary examination of DRUM TIME (Trainer T Roles) revealed this gelding was making a deep respiratory noise on returning to scale.  The Veterinary Surgeon reported that he suspected this gelding may be a roarer.    No other obvious abnormalities were apparent.

RACE 8 – PROSPECT SELF STORAGE CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1600 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

Jockey McCoull, the rider of ALVA reported at scale that this gelding laid out from the 800-metre mark onwards

JONES (C Burt) had a tendency to over race in the early and middle stages of the event.

Approaching the 200-metre mark ROYAL ASSAULT (K Bandy) who was starting to give ground rolled in and momentarily inconvenienced SIR RODGER (T Wong (a)).

A swab sample was taken from CAUSE FOR DIVORCE (Trainer R Hall) 2^nd placegetter in the race.

GENERAL

·                Trainer C Goggin advised Stewards that Trainer K Dixon will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his runners at today’s race meeting.

·                All riders taking part in today’s event were selected for the taking of a sample by means of a breath analyser.   All samples returned negative.

Addendum to Stewards Report - Tasmanian Turf Club – 21^st December 2003

Race 2:  JACKSON FORD MAIDEN PLATE (4YO&Up SW) – 1200 metres

Jockey S Snell the rider of BAZZA GOLD was reprimanded under AR 137 A (2) (a) for using his whip forward of the shoulder on this gelding over the concluding stages of the event.  He was advised that if he re-offends in a similar manner in future, stronger action may be taken.

Race 3:   JACKSON KIA 3YO MAIDEN PLATE (SW) – 1200 metres

Jockey S Snell the rider of BAY ALI accidentally dropped his near side rein prior to the winning post.

King Island (Tas)

Thursday, 01 January 2004 00:00

TRACK:   GOOD
WEATHER:   FINE
RAIL:   TRUE

RACE 1 – JOHN MUIR MEMORIAL MAIDEN HANDICAP – 1200 METRES

LOUDY’S GOLD (Leigh Taylor) stood flat footed at the start and lost considerable ground. 

RISKY CHOICE (Peter McLean) lost ground during running and tailed the field.  A veterinary examination revealed no obvious abnormality.  A veterinary examination will be conducted prior to this filly’s next start.

RACE 3 – HOMMES SUPERMARKET KING ISLAND FOOD RITE TROPHY – 1200 METRES

 

McKENNEY (Cheryl Rogers (a)) was slow to begin.

ZARDONI (Shannon Brazil) was tightened for room near the 800m when PINCHS CHOICE (Megan Ansley (a)) laid in despite the efforts of the rider. 

 

RACE 4 – KING ISLAND PHARMACY MAIDEN HANDICAP – 1800 METRES

 

No report.

RACE 6 – PARER’S HOTEL/CUB GALLOPING CUP – 1800 METRES

 

SUNSTAR (Megan Ansley (a)) was slow to begin.

EULO ROAD (Emma Curran) commenced to pull hard shortly after the start, hung out and tired over the concluding stages. 

BEARDSWORTH (Peter McLean) pulled up lame in the near side knee and will be stood down to a Veterinary Certificate of soundness. 

The winner CARDIFF was sent to be swabbed. 

RACE 7 – TAS SPAN CLASS A HANDICAP – 1600 METRES

 

Due to the unavailability of a suitable rider POWER OF PETITE was declared a late scratching at 2.36 pm.

Cheryl Rogers (a) the rider of SIR GRAEME suffered a harmless fall as the field was pulling up.  

GENERAL

An inquiry was adjourned into the reasons for jockey Paul Sarlo failing to fulfill his engagements at this race meeting. 

As a result of the non arrival of Paul Sarlo and the fact that Jockey M. Tabone was not engaged to ride at the meeting the following rider changes were made. 

Race 1  

RISKY CHOICE – P McLean

LOUDY’S GOLD – Leigh Taylor at 6.5 kilos over the allotted weight. 

Race 3

BRILLIANT DESIRE – C Marshall

ROBARCH - L Taylor at 5 kilos over the allotted weight. 

Race 4

NEON LEON – E Curran

Race 6

BEARDSWORTH – P McLean

The following riders were not shown in the race book, public announcements were made to this effect. 

Race 3

RECHARGED – Peter McLean

ZARDONI – Shannon Brazil

Race 7

LUCIBEAR – Peter McLean 

Website Launched to Showcase Tasmanian Summer Carnival

Wednesday, 24 December 2003 00:00

A new AAMI Tasmanian Summer Racing Carnival website has been established by TOTE Tasmania.

The site, officially launched today (18 December), features:

• An events calendar outlining race dates and specific details about each race, plus the growing range of social events now associated with the Carnival.

• A feature races page detailing major race events and closing dates for race entry.

• An extensive guide about how to get to Tasmania and to the Carnival, including air and boat travel options.

• An owners and trainers section that provides race program downloads and background information about previous AAMI Tasmanian Summer Racing Carnivals. This section also features testimonials from successful trainers and owners and information regarding transporting and stabling horses in Tasmania.

• A media information section that includes a facility to download all carnival branding and imagery in a variety of formats.

TOTE Tasmania Chief Executive Terry Clarke said in addition to providing valuable information to interstate visitors, the web site would provide Tasmania with an excellent opportunity to showcase this prestigious event nationally and worldwide.

“TOTE Tasmania and the racing clubs are very proud of the development of the AAMI Tasmanian Summer Racing Carnival over the past three years,” he said.

“While we have been working very hard to promote the Carnival and the fun and excitement of great social events such as the AAMI Hobart and Launceston Cups, we are also keen to raise the profile of Tasmanian racing and Tasmania as a national tourist destination at this time of year.

“Our new AAMI Tasmanian Summer Racing Carnival web site will obviously assist us to achieve this.”

The web site address is: www.tsrc.com.au.

Media Release - TOTE Tasmania

Hobart (Tas)

Thursday, 01 January 2004 00:00

TRACK: GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: TRUE  POSITION  -  INSIDE GRASS

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	ROLY KEN	Emergency	K Bandy	Gained a Start
6	IONACOLUMBA		C Kingston	*See Explanation Below
6	JONES	Emergency	S Gates	Gained a Start
8	MASTER SONAR		D Pires	*See Explanation Below

      *  Stewards accepted the explanations from Trainers Mr C N Goggin (INOACOLUMBA) and Mr Peter Luttrell (MASTER SONAR) in regard to no rider being declared at final acceptances.

RACE 1 - GREAT WESTERN MAIDEN PLATE – 3-Y-O & UPWARDS SET WEIGHTS - 1550 METRES - 12 RUNNERS

SITTING DUCK (D Pires), RESINOUS (C Burt) and ROLY KEN (K Bandy) were all slow away.

Jockey P Michaelides’ (SQUANDERMANIA) saddle slipped forward shortly after the start and remained forward for the entire event.

MR BEE (J Borrett) over-raced in the early and middle stages.  ROLY KEN (K Bandy) also had a tendency to over-race in the early and middle stages.

DEMKE (S Maskiell) laid in approaching the 200 metre mark, shifted in and brushed with ROLY KEN (K Bandy) and thereafter DEMKE continued to lay in throughout.

Approaching the 100 metre mark, MR BEE (J Borrett), appeared to be checked by its rider.  When questioned Jockey Borrett stated that after electing to take a run to the outside of ROLY KEN (K Bandy), this horse over-reacted and threw its head up in the air.

RADAR ROCKET (S Snell) and CRAGGANMORE (B McCoull) both laid in in the straight.

A post-race veterinary inspection of RESINOUS (Trainer Andrew Moore) revealed the filly to have blood in its mouth after biting her tongue.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race SQUANDERMANIA (Trainer W N McShane).

RACE 2 - ROSEMOUNT CHARDONNAY 2-Y-O HANDICAP 1080 METRES  -   4 RUNNERS

BAILEE’S BABE (D Pires) jumped out and contacted with NO LAUGHING MATTER (S Maskiell).  As a result NO LAUGHING MATTER was a little slow away.

NO LAUGHING MATTER (S Maskiell) raced green throughout.

BAILEE’S BABE (D Pires) raced green throughout and brushed with the running rail down the back straight on several occasions.

Jockey J Borrett (PETITE OISEAU) accidentally dropped her offside rein at about the 250 metre mark.  Thereafter, this horse brushed with NO LAUGHING MATTER (S Maskiell) who switched out to obtain a clear run.

RACE 3 - KOONUNGA HILL MAIDEN PLATE – 3-Y-O & UPWARDS SET WEIGHTS - 1080 METRES - 11 RUNNERS

The Club’s veterinary surgeon inspected RANOS BOY prior to the start and passed the gelding fit to take its place in the field.

The start of this race was delayed approximately one to two minutes due to the horses arriving at the barriers a little late and also due to MYSTICAL JEWEL (B McCoull) breaking through the front of its barrier gate after being loaded.  MYSTICAL JEWEL was quickly restrained by its rider and returned to behind the barriers where it was inspected by the veterinary surgeon and passed fit to take its place in the field. 

RAMASQUE (D Pires) jumped out at the start and contacted with ALAMEEN’S PRINCESS (D Parish).

PRINCE FLYER (P Michaelides) shifted to the outside of LA VAIN (K Bandy) at about the 900 metre mark and crowded EXTENDER (S Gates) onto ROYAL RELAY (S Snell).   At a subsequent inquiry, Jockey Gates stated that his horse was a bit field shy in running and shifted out and away from PRINCE FLYER (P Michaelides) when it shifted out.  He also stated that any no stage was there any contact between his horse and PRINCE FLYER.   In the circumstances, Stewards took no action against any one rider, however, Jockey Michaelides was advised to take far greater care when shifting ground in the future.

Jockey R Bradley, the rider of FULL OF TRICKS, reported that her horse had a tendency to lay in at approximately the 600 metre mark and as a result, she was awkwardly placed on the heels of MYSTICAL JEWEL (B McCoull) for a short distance.

Jockey K Bandy, the rider of LA VAIN reported at scale that he felt something was amiss with this mare.  When questioned, in relation to his report, he stated that this horse gave him the impression that it wanted to buck shortly after the start and when placed under pressure rounding the home turn, the mare had a tendency to lay out and dropped her head on a number of occasions.   As a consequence, he was of the opinion that something was amiss with this mare and eased her down over the final 200 metres of the event.  Jockey Bandy’s explanation was noted.  A post-race veterinary inspection of LA VAIN (Trainer Patricia Quarrell) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

RACE 4  - FLEUR DE LYS  CLASS 2 HANDICAP 1205 METRES - 5 RUNNERS

EMPEROR NAPOLEON (D Pires) was slow to begin.

Stewards questioned Jockey Pires regarding his riding tactics adopted in the back straight between approximately the 900 and the 600 metre markers, in particular in relation to the fact that he raced three to four horses off the inside running rail and more specifically why he did not elect to take run behind CHERRY WILD (B McCoull).  Jockey Pires stated that as this was a big striding horse, he elected to race to the outside of the field to allow the gelding to stride freely.  He further stated that this horse did not finish the race off in its usual manner.  Stewards noted his explanation.

RACE 5  - ROSEMOUNT SHIRAZ CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1080 METRES  -  5 RUNNERS

MADELYN’S CHIMES (P Michaelides) over-raced in the early and middle stages of the event and had a tendency to lay out between the 600 and the 400 metre marks.

Jockey S Maskiell (MY TALLULAH) reported that he felt there was something amiss with the filly.   In his opinion the horse was sore in the near foreleg.

A post-race veterinary inspection of MY TALLULAH (Trainer Charlie Goggin) revealed the filly to have a high respiratory rate with slight noise.  Trainer C N Goggin was advised to report to stewards, the results of scoping or any other ailment which should become apparent following the filly’s return to his stables.

A swab sample was taken from MILITIA (Trainer John Luttrell), the second placegetter in the race.

RACE 6  -  LINDEMANS WINES HANDICAP - 1550 METRES - 11 RUNNERS

Both TURBULENT FORCE (S Snell) and LUNCHTIME LEGEND (K Bandy) had a tendency to over-race in the early stages.

Rounding the turn at about the 1400 metre mark, TURBULENT FORCE (S Snell) threw its head up and commenced to race ungenerously for a short distance then shifted in marginally and crowded LUNCHTIME LEGEND (K Bandy) to its inside.  As a result STAR JEUNE (T Atkin) who was following, clipped the heels of LUNCHTIME LEGEND and blundered.  At the same time, RAHIRI (D Pires) who was racing further back to the inside of STAR JEUNE threw its head up when restrained by its rider and raced ungenerously for a number of strides.

A post-race veterinary inspection of JONES (Trainer C N Goggin) revealed this horse had bled from its right nostril with no blood evident from the left nostril.   JONES was monitored for evidence of blood from its left nostril but no blood was evident.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race JONES (Trainer Charlie Goggin).

RACE 7  - SEPPELT SALINGER   FILLIES & MARES CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1550 METRES  -  10 RUNNERS

Acting on an assurance given by Trainer David Brunton that he had submitted a Stable Return to remove blinkers as gear for HORS CONCOURS, Stewards granted permission for this mare to race without blinkers.   A public announcement was made to this effect.

The start of this race was delayed approximately seven to eight minutes due to KATHY’S PRIDE breaking through the front of its barrier stall and galloped the entire course on two occasions before being caught by the Clerk of the Course.   KATHY’S PRIDE was a late scratching by order of Stewards acting on veterinary advice at 4.20 pm.  Prior to the announcement of correct weight, Stewards ordered all bets struck on KATHY’S PRIDE (20/1) prior to scratching time to be refunded in full with no further alteration to betting.

MATANE (C Burt) was slow to begin.

TOM’S TOP (S Maskiell) pulled hard in the early and middle stages of the event and was difficult to restrain.

Approaching the 800 metre mark, FUN IN MONACO (J Borrett) was awkwardly placed on the heels of TOM’S TOP (S Maskiell) when the pace slowed slightly in front and as a result HORS CONCOURS (K Bandy) which was following, threw its head up and shifted out abruptly when being restrained by its rider.

A post-race veterinary inspection of KATHY’S PRIDE (Trainer Peter Luttrell) revealed the mare to have a bowed off-fore tendon.  Trainer Peter Luttrell was advised that a veterinary certificate of soundness is required before its next trial or race start.

HORS CONCOURS (Trainer David Brunton) was inspected by the Club’s veterinary surgeon post-race after the mare kicked itself on the near hind fetlock in the mounting yard causing bleeding.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race QUEEN OF EGYPT (Trainer T Young).

RACE 8  -  WYNNS COONAWARRA ESTATE   CLASS 6 HANDICAP 1205 METRES  -   6 RUNNERS

KONISHIKI (Trainer David Brunton) was a late scratching at 3.11 pm by order of Stewards acting on veterinary advice when the gelding sustained multiple grazes to both hind legs due to stripping in the horse float on the way to the racecourse.

ENCOSTA NOVA (L Goodrick) blundered at the start.

Rounding the turn at about the 600 metre mark, VIDEO FLYER (B McCoull) elected for a run to the inside of RILEY REDWING (R Bradley).  Shortly thereafter, RILEY REDWING rolled in marginally.  As a result, VIDEO FLYER had to be eased by its rider.  Jockey Bradley was shown the video footage of the incident and advised to take far greater care when shifting ground in future.

RILEY REDWING (R Bradley) had a tendency to lay out in the straight.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race VIDEO FLYER (Trainer Danny Randall).

GENERAL

Trainer Mr T M Roles advised Stewards that Trainer G S White will be taking responsibility for his only runner (RAHIRI – Race 6) at today’s race meeting.

Trainer Mr John Blacker advised Stewards that Trainer David Brunton will be taking responsibility for his only runner (LUNCHTIME LEGEND – Race 6) at today’s race meeting.

ADDITIONAL REPORTS

TTC – Friday, 26 December 2003 - Mowbray

Race 6 – Tom G Johnston Handicap - 1200 metres

Trainer Roles advised Stewards that the results of a blood test performed on TAL JACK on its return to his stables, indicated a high white cell count, indicative that this horse may be incubating a virus.

TTC – Thursday, 1 January 2004 - Longford

Stewards today questioned Trainer G Glover regarding the apparent poor performance of MIDNIGHT BREW in Race 6 – Elders Webster Longford Cup over 1800 metres.   Trainer Glover stated that the results of a blood test performed on this gelding on its return to his stables, indicated a high white cell count, indicative that this horse may be incubating a virus.

Launceston (Tas)

Sunday, 21 December 2003 00:00

TRACK: DEAD Track upgraded to GOOD at 1.03 pm
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: True position entire circuit.

RACE	HORSE	RIDER	REPLACED BY	REASON
3	TRISTALE		L Goodrick	Emergency gained a start
7	MANCHA		P Michaelides	No rider shown

RACE 1 – SHAW CONTRACTING MAIDEN PLATE (3YO & Upwards SW) – 2100 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

Correct weight was delayed when a protest was lodged by S Gates (DURRENMATT – 2^nd place getter) against the 1^st place getter CRYSTAL QUI (S Snell) alleging interference over the concluding stages.   After hearing the evidence and viewing the official patrol films the protest was dismissed and correct weight was announced on the Judge’s placings.  It was established that CRYSTAL QUI (S Snell) who had a tendency to lay out shifted ground outwards over the concluding stages of the event and carried DURRENMATT (S Gates) a little wider on the track.

CAMILLERI (S Maskiell) and ANCHOR POINT (M Allen (a)) over raced in the early and middle stages of the event.

When questioned in relation to his ride on ALICALO, Apprentice W Stacey stated that his saddle had slipped sideways and placed him at a disadvantage in the home straight.  Notwithstanding this fact, Stewards advised Apprentice Stacey that in similar circumstances he is to refrain from using the whip and ride his mount hands and heels to the line.

RACE 2 – JACKSON FORD MAIDEN PLATE (4YO & Upwards SW) – 1200 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

Stewards gave permission for Trainer W Burt to race SKINNY DIPPING (P Michaelides) without blinkers and a lugging bit in today’s event. The reason for the change being made was due to a clerical error.  Trainer W Burt was advised to submit a stable return to this effect.  A public announcement was made prior to the event.

WESTELLE (B McCoull) jumped out at the start and crowded EDGED IN RED (S Gates) to its outside onto RUN FOR MITCH (D Keating (a)), thereafter EDGED IN RED (S Gates) was slow to muster early speed.

Shortly after leaving the 800 metre mark MUDA’S DAY (L Goodrick) who was racing to the outside of HELLO HEAVEN (D Taggart) eased back to take a sit behind this horse and in doing so shifted in slightly.  As a result WESTELLE racing to its immediate inside, shifted in marginally and crowded SKINNY DIPPING (P Michaelides), who was racing ungenerously at the time, as a result of these movements DEMKE (S Maskiell) who was racing on the rail became crowded for room when attempting to hold its position and DEMKE (S Maskiell) and SKINNY DIPPING (P Michaelides) contacted for a number of strides.  Stewards were satisfied that the incident was due mainly to the racing manners of SKINNY DIPPING (P Michaelides) and in the circumstances took no further action.

SKINNY DIPPING (P Michaelides) was inclined to lay in in the home straight.

SHE’S WICKED (D Pires) lost its near hind plate in running.

RACE 3 – JACKSON KIA 3YO MAIDEN PLATE (SW) – 1200 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

MR GLENFERRIE (Trainer G S White) was a late scratching at 8.35am by order of Stewards – refer to report under General for explanation.

SCARLET FLUTE (S Maskiell) jumped awkwardly at the start.

AROMA ROYALE (C Newitt (a)) jumped out at the start and contacted with MATTINGLY (J Borrett).

BAY ALI (S Snell) raced greenly in the early stages of the event.

SPINDABELLE (D Pires) raced ungenerously for a short distance approaching the 800 metre mark.

Approaching the 600 metre mark CLANCY QUEST (R Hanby (a)) was inconvenienced when AROMA ROYALE (C Newitt (a)) shifted ground outwards away from the whip.

BAY ALI (S Snell) had a tendency to lay in over the concluding stages at the same time JACS BANJO (D Taggart) and ANDRIAS (K Bandy) shifted inwards.  As a result STORM WEST (B McCoull) who was held up for a run had to be severely checked over the concluding stages.  Stewards were satisfied that the incident was not due to any careless riding.

A swab sample was taken from BAY ALI (Trainer G E Blacker) winner of the race.

RACE 4 – TASMANIAN RACEHORSE OWNERS ASSOCIATION CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1400 METRES – 10 RUNNERS

MAN IN A RUSH (S Snell) was slow to begin.

MAN IN A RUSH (S Snell) and PYENGANA (C Kingston) contacted shortly after straightening when both horses shifted ground slightly.

Jockey D Taggart (PERSONAL PEAK) was reprimanded under AR 144 for failing to weigh in for this event after being placed 5^th by the Judge.

A post race Veterinary examination of MAN IN A RUSH (Trainer W Pilgrim) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

A swab sample was taken from ALLUSIONS (Trainer B Campbell) winner of the race.

RACE 5 – KEVIN SHARKIE TASMANIAN STAKES (LISTED WFA) - 1600 METRES – 10 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed for approximately 1 minute due to ALMOST SPRING (S Snell) being difficult to load into the barrier stalls.

SPRING WARRIOR (C Kingston) over raced in the early and middle stages of the event.

WEST WITH PRIDE (D Pires) jumped the crossing at the 800 metre mark and contacted the inside running rail.

KIMBERLEY QUEST (J Borrett) laid in from approximately the 600 metre mark onwards.

CHARDERE (C Newitt (a)) was held up for a short distance rounding the home turn.

SPRING WARRIOR (C Kingston) cast a near hind plate in running.

A post race Veterinary examination of DREAM QUEST (Trainer B Campbell) revealed this gelding bruised all four bumpers in running.

A swab sample was taken from CHARDERE (Trainer D J Baldock) winner of the race.

RACE 6 – THE LAST WEDNESDAY IN FEBRUARY CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1600 METRES - 11 RUNNERS

STARRED (C Kingston) jumped awkwardly at the start.

MATANE (D Pires) was slow into stride.

MATANE (D Pires) laid in several times after entering the home straight and in doing so inconvenienced TRILLSON (S McFerran) who had to be steadied.

MATSQUI BOY (T Atkin) over raced in the middle stages of the event and thereafter blundered at approximately the 750 metre mark.

A swab sample was taken from DESAILLY FLAT (Trainer T Roles), 3^rd place getter in the race.

RACE 7 – JACKSON MOTOR COMPANY TASMANIAN GUINEAS (LISTED 3YO SW) – 1600 METRES – 15 RUNNERS

ROLY KEN (Trainer J F Luttrell) was a late scratching at 8.35am by order of Stewards - refer to report under General for explanation.

The start of this race was delayed for approximately 2 minutes due to the horses arriving at the barrier gates a little late.

WIKKI WAWA (C Kingston) blundered shortly after the start.

FLYING DIVA (D Pires) over raced in the early and middle stages.

CELTIC FLING (K Bandy) became crowded between SOVEREIGN CLAUSE (C Newitt (a)) and GORDON HIGHLANDER (G Millard) shortly after straightening and as a consequence lost some ground.

WIKKI WAWA (C Kingston) was momentarily crowded upon straightening to the inside of BRAINPOWER (D Taggart) who was laying in at the time.  Jockey Taggart immediately straightened his mount.

At about the 50 metre mark INVERMAY GIRL (D Keating (a)) shifted out abruptly and contacted with CURRENT TREND (S Maskiell).

A post race Veterinary examination of KELLEN (Trainer C Goggin) revealed no obvious abnormalities.

RACE 8 – KEVIN SHARKIE CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 2100 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

FLY GEORGIE (Trainer J C James) was a late scratching at 8.35am by order of Stewards - refer to report under General for explanation.

The start of this race was delayed for approximately 2 minutes due to the horses arriving at the barrier gates late.

ISLAND QUEST (S Snell) and BADGER’S RETREAT (D Pires) came together shortly prior to passing the winning post for the first time.

HEARTLESS (L Goodrick) was momentarily eased at the 800 metre mark.

At about the 150 metre mark Jockey Maskiell (NUVOLARI) lost his footing from his near side iron, lost his balance, became unseated and was inconvenienced for a short distance.  As a result Jockey Maskiell did not ride this horse with his normal vigour over the concluding stages.

A post race Veterinary examination of NUVOLARI (Trainer W Ryan) revealed no obvious abnormalities.

GENERAL

·                It was established that the following horses were scratched on Saturday 20 December 2003 by way of facsimile however, this facsimile document was not received by the Tasmanian Turf Club due to a technical error, the horses were as follows:

                    Race 3          MR GLENFERRIE       (Trainer G White)

                    Race 7          ROLY KEN           (Trainer J F Luttrell)

                    Race 8          FLY GEORGIE           (Trainer J James

·                Trainer P Luttrell advised Stewards that Trainer R Seymour will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his runners at today’s race meeting.

·                The following riders were selected for the taking of a sample by means of a breath analyser: -

L Goodrick, C Kingston, D Pires, D Taggart

All samples returned negative.

ADDITIONAL REPORT  -   RACE 2

Jockey B McCoull was found guilty of a charge of misconduct (AR 83 a) the terms of the charge being that after the running of this event, he misconducted himself in the jockey’s room, specifically in relation to an altercation with Jockey S Maskiell during which he engaged in physical contact.  In coming to a penalty Stewards took into account that this was Jockey McCoull’s first offence of this kind in approximately 14 years of riding and that the extent of the physical contact he engaged in was of a defensive nature.  In the circumstances he was issued with a reprimand, Jockey McCoull was advised of his right of appeal.

Jockey S Maskiell was found guilty of a charge of misconduct (AR 83 a) the terms of the charge being that after the running of this event, he misconducted himself in the jockey’s room, specifically in relation to an altercation with Jockey B McCoull during which he engaged in physical contact.  In coming to a penalty Stewards took into account that on the balance of evidence presented at the inquiry he was the instigator and in addition Stewards took into account that his record reflected contraventions of this rule over the past 18 months.  In the circumstances Jockey Maskiell was fined $600 and advised of his right of appeal.

Hobart (Tas)

Sunday, 28 December 2003 00:00

TRACK: GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: Rail Out 5 metres – Entire Circuit

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
4	FLOPPY BUMBLE	D Keating A*	K Bandy	Indisposed
5	FINE OMENS	D Keating A*	E Brennen A	Indisposed

*    As Apprentice Jockey David Keating was injured in an incident at trials on Tuesday, 23 December 2003,  he was unable to fulfill his riding engagements today.    Stewards advised him that he is to present a medical certificate declaring him fit to ride before he resumes riding in track work, trials or races.

RACE 1 - INDEPENDENT ROOFING SERVICE SUPERVOBIS 2-Y-O MAIDEN PLATE - SET WEIGHTS 1100 METRES - 5 RUNNERS

PHARAOH’S DAUGHTER (B McCoull) and BAILEE’S BABE (D Pires) contacted shortly after the start when both horses shifted ground.

LADETO (S Snell) had a tendency to lay out rounding the turn at the 600 metre mark and thereafter laid in throughout in the straight and shifted ground inwards at approximately the 100-metre mark.  MY UNCLE TED (C Kingston) who was following and who had a tendency to lay in, switched out over the heels of PHARAOH’S DAUGHTER (B McCoull) and LADETO (S Snell) to obtain clear running.  Thereafter MY UNCLE TED continued to lay in to the finish.

When questioned about his riding in the straight, Jockey D Pires (BAILEE’S BABE) stated that the filly raced a little greenly and had a tendency to lay in in the home straight.  As a result, he stated that he made an attempt to move this horse off the inside running rail but due to LADETO (S Snell) racing ahead of him and tiring, he was unable to do so.  Stewards noted his explanation, however, in the circumstances he was advised to ride his horse with more vigour in the future than he had done on this occasion unless some external factor prevented him from doing so.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race MY UNCLE TED (Trainer Gary White).

RACE 2 - BRIGHTON HOTEL/MOTEL MAIDEN PLATE 2-Y-O & UPWARDS - SET WEIGHTS 1100 METRES  - 13 RUNNERS

Prior to today’s event, Jockey S Snell advised Stewards he was not engaged to ride RAMASQUE.  Trainer Luttrell confirmed that he had not confirmed the riding engagement with Jockey Snell and as no other rider was available, RAMASQUE was a late scratching at 12.13 pm.   Trainer John Luttrell was reprimanded under LR-34(c) for failing to confirm the riding engagement with Jockey Snell.

Stewards granted permission for GYPSY STRIDER to race equipped with blinkers following a submission from Trainer C N Goggin in this regard.  In the circumstances, Trainer Goggin was fined $50 for failing to lodge a Stable Return declaring blinkers for this horse, LR-42(e).

Trainer C N Goggin was fined $50 under AR-59-A(d) for failing to produce the Document of Description for MYSTICAL JEWEL.  Under the terms of the rule, Stewards permitted this filly to start as they were able to identity the horse off their own records.

The Club’s Veterinary Surgeon inspected IMAGE CONSCIOUS at the barriers and passed the filly fit to take its place with the field.

FULL OF TRICKS (R Bradley) jumped out at the start and momentarily inconvenienced FEAR THE WIND (J Borrett).

DOUGIE’S PRIDE (M Allen A) was slow away and contacted with ARROW MAN (S Gates).  DOUGIE’S PRIDE then raced ungenerously for a short distance in the early stages of the event and thereafter had a tendency to over-race between the 700 metre mark and the 600 metre mark.

GYPSY STRIDER (D Parish) brushed the inside running rail on a number of occasions whilst rounding the home turn.

A post-race veterinary inspection of IMAGE CONSCIOUS (Trainer David Brunton) revealed the filly to have a small cut inside the heel on the off-hind leg.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race IMAGE CONSCIOUS (Trainer David Brunton).

RACE 3 - BRIGHTON COUNCIL CLASS 2 HANDICAP 2100 METRES - 6 RUNNERS

Jockey R Bradley pleaded guilty to a charge under AR-120(b) in that after accepting the ride on FOREIGN CONNECTION in this race she was subsequently found to be overweight (1kg).  Jockey Bradley was fined $100.

Jockey C Kingston (MATSONATION) reported that his horse over-raced in the early stages of the event and had a tendency to lay out thereafter.

A post-race veterinary inspection of MATANE (Trainer Peter Luttrell) immediately after this event failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.  However, a further veterinary inspection at 1.18 pm revealed blood only just visible in one nostril.  A subsequent veterinary inspection at 1.54 pm revealed no blood to be evident.

RACE 4 - BRIGHTON COUNCIL CLASS 2 HANDICAP 1200 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

JOIN THE QUEUE (S Snell) laid in in the home straight.

RACE 5 - DUDLEY CLARK PTY LTD LAND DEVELOPER SUPERVOBIS 3-Y-O CLASS 6 HANDICAP - 1400 METRES - 8 RUNNERS

CRAGGANMORE (D Parish) blundered badly at the start and as a consequence was slow away.  At the same time, STIHLMACK DAWN (D Pires) shifted in slightly and brushed with LITTLE STUART (S Snell) who in turn contacted with CRAGGANMORE (D Parish).

Shortly after straightening TOM’S TOP (L Goodrick) shifted to the outside of CRAGGANMORE (D Parish) to improve its position and in doing so contacted with ROLY KEN (R Bradley) to its outside.

RACE 6  -                      BRIGHTON CUP  -  2100 METRES  -   8 RUNNERS

Pre-race blood samples were taken from all runners in this event.  Their respective trainers were advised accordingly.

MORNINGTON INN (E Brennen A) was a little slow to begin.

CORINDHAP (J Borrett) laid in throughout in the straight.

A post-race veterinary inspection of CREIGHTON (NZ) (Trainer Neil Richardson) revealed the gelding to have an elevated heart rate but otherwise no obvious abnormalities.

A post-race swab sample was taken from the winner of the race BOY BLUE (Trainer Charlie Goggin).

RACE 7  - GREEN GLORY FRESIAN STUD HANDICAP 1200 METRES - 5 RUNNERS

TURBULENT FORCE (S Snell) reared as the gates opened and was a little slow to begin.

TURBULENT FORCE (S Snell) and MISS MOXIE (C Kingston) brushed on a number of occasions between the 800 metre mark and the 600 metre mark.

MISS MOXIE (C Kingston) had a tendency to lay out rounding the home turn.

Jockey C Kingston reported at scale that he felt there was something amiss with MISS MOXIE in the home straight.  A post-race veterinary inspection of MISS MOXIE failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

RACE 8  - MICHAEL SHIELD & ASSOCIATES CLASS 4 HANDICAP 1100 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

SLEIGHT (C Kingston) was held up for a clear run on straightening and had to switch out over the heels of DAUBERWIN (D Parish) and BIANCHI (K Bandy) to obtain a clear run approaching the 200 metre mark.

EASY AS (R Bradley) was held up for a clear run for a short distance at about the 250 metre mark and had to switch to the outside of the field to obtain clear running.

When questioned about KONISHIKI’s (B McCoull) performance, Jockey McCoull stated that he was instructed to race this horse from a handy position.  However, after jumping fairly well, he found himself closer to the lead than he had intended to be and he was reluctant to take a sit behind MASTER SONAR (D Pires) for fear of being caught too far back in the field as he was of the view that MASTER SONAR would settle back in the field.  He also stated that he anticipated other runners to the outside to take up a position towards the lead.   In the circumstances he stated that he had no option but to maintain his position towards the lead and then after entering the straight he stated that the horse was reluctant to take a run to the inside of DAUBERWIN (D Parish) between this horse and BACHI (E Chan A) and he felt the horse was reluctant to stretch out fully.  He also added that he did not use the whip on this gelding as it resents the whip.  Stewards noted his explanation.  A post-race veterinary inspection of KONISHIKI failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race BIANCHI (Trainer David Brunton).

GENERAL

Trainer Mr Rodney G Symons advised Stewards that Apprentice Jockey Edward Brennen will be under the care of Trainer Mr John Luttrell at today’s race meeting.

A random urine sample was taken from Jockey D Pires.

Stewards today inquired into a complaint by Trainer John Luttrell alleging improper conduct during the month of October 2003, on the part of Ms A Luttrell and Mr G Scott.  After taking evidence and hearing a number of witnesses in this regard, Stewards were unable to determine on a balance of probabilities whether either of the parties, including Mr Luttrell, had acted in a manner in breach of the Rules of Racing.  In the circumstances Stewards advised all three parties to ensure that matters relating to their personal affairs remain private and should make every effort to ensure that they do not impact on racing in general.  They were advised in the strongest possible terms that if they are not able to do so that Stewards would be left with no alternative to consider standing all three parties down from their racing activities. 

Mr G Scott (registered stable employee) pleaded guilty to a charge under AR-175(a) the terms of the charge being that he acted in an improper manner by making a threat to Mrs Luttrell (senior) on the 14 December 2003 at approximately 10.20 pm, the particulars of the threat related to Mr John Luttrell.  In the circumstances Mr Scott was fined the sum of $1,100 of which $1,000 is suspended for a period of twelve months effective 28 December 2003 provided that he does not re-offend in a similar manner during this period.

Additional Report   -  Tasmanian Turf Club – 21 December 2003

Stewards today opened an inquiry into Jockey S Maskiell’s ride on DEMKE in Race 2 - Jackson Ford Maiden Plate – 1200 Metres at Mowbray on the TTC’s race programme on Sunday, 21 December 2003.  After hearing evidence from Jockey Maskiell, Trainer C N Goggin and acting on their own observations it was Stewards’ view that Jockey Maskiell had a charge to answer to under AR-137(b).  Jockey Maskiell pleaded guilty to the charge, the terms being that whilst riding DEMKE on Sunday, 21 December 2003 at Mowbray, he failed to ride this horse out to the end of the race and in particular he failed to ride this horse out fully for a number of strides shortly after leaving the 100 metre mark. Jockey S Maskiell was subsequently fined the sum of $300.

Addendum to TTC – Friday, 26 December 2003

Race 8 – Prospect Self Storage Class 4 Handicap – 1600 metres

Jockey S Gates, the rider of SWEETWATER RIVER, was dislodged from his mount after passing the winning post.  Jockey Gates was examined by the on-course ambulance staff who declared him fit.   Jockey Gates was reunited with his saddle and weighed in at the correct weight.

Devonport (Tas)

Wednesday, 17 December 2003 00:00

TRACK: GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: OUT 3 METRES ENTIRE CIRCUIT

RACE	HORSE	RIDER	REPLACING	REASON
8	JOHNY GUM ROL	Troy Atkin	David Keating (a)	* Refer Stewards’ Report 14/12/2003

* Stewards placed an embargo on apprentice Keating on Sunday 14/12/03, the effect of    which precludes him from accepting rides below 54 kg until such time as he can prove to stewards that he is able to claim a portion of his allowance below that weight.

RACE 1 – J BOAGS PREMIUM LIGHT TWO-YEARS-OLD MAIDEN PLATE – 990 METRES - 4 RUNNERS

 

KASHMIR VALE (Kane Bandy) was examined by the veterinary surgeon prior to the event and found to have a swollen off hind distal cannon.  The filly was scratched from the event at 12.40 p.m. and trainer John Keys was advised that a veterinary certificate of soundness would be required before the filly’s next race start.

 

ROYAL SUN SHOWER (Ruth Bradley) was slow to begin and tailed the field.  This filly underwent a post-race veterinary examination which revealed no apparent abnormalities.  In view of ROYAL SUN SHOWER’s poor performance today trainer J Luttrell was advised this filly must undergo a satisfactory trial before its next race start.

 

At approximately the 600 metre mark CIVIC ART (Troy Atkin) shifted ground inwards and in doing so tightened TYCOON SALI (Brendon McCoull) who had to be restrained by its rider.  Jockey Atkin was shown the film and advised in future he must take far greater care when shifting ground.

 

Jockey Brendon McCoull (TYCOON SALI) was reprimanded under A.R.83 (a) for misconduct in that he used foul language at approximately the 600 metre mark.

 

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race CIVIC ART (Trainer Tony V Green)

RACE 2 –BOAGS CENTRE FOR BEER LOVERS MAIDEN PLATE – 1175  METRES - 14 RUNNERS

 

The start of this race was delayed approximately two minutes when MISS LUSCIOUS (David Keating (a)) proved reluctant to proceed to the barrier gates.  Trainer Terry Roles was advised that a warning had been placed on this filly.

 

Correct weight for this event was delayed due to jockey Shane Gates (NOTHIN’ LEICA TOY) requesting to view the film of the start as he was unsure as to whether an attendant may have held his mount as the gates were released.  After hearing submissions from jockey Gates, interviewing the starter, viewing the official patrol film and acting on their own observations, stewards were of the opinion that this incident was a result of the manners of NOTHIN’ LEICA TOY and that she was not denied a fair start.  NOTHIN’ LEICA TOY was declared a starter and correct weight was given at 2.05 p.m.  It was established that NOTHIN’ LEICA TOY reared as the gates were released and lost significant ground at the start.

 

SOMERVILLE STAR (Shaun Hamer (a)) stumbled at the start.

 

Between the 900 and 700 metre mark jockey RUBINEA (Jodi Borrett) raced greenly and was inclined to shift ground both inwards and outwards, and as a result STARBIZ (Greg Millard), which was racing back to the inside of this mare, was inconvenienced for some distance.

 

At approximately the 600 metre mark RAYMOND STREET (David Pires) shifted inwards to take up a position on the rail and TAMDONI (Corey Kingston) baulked and shifted ground outwards abruptly.  As a result of this incident CHLOE’S QUEST (Leah Goodrick), MARTINA ANNE (Stephen Maskiell) and MANTLE TALK (Kane Bandy) were inconvenienced.

 

Leaving the 600 metre mark SOMERVILLE STAR (Shaun Hamer (a)) shifted ground outwards and carried ON PROBATION (Phil Michaelides) wider on the track.  Shortly thereafter PINNACLE POINT (Simon Snell), who was laying out, shifted outwards and carried SOMERVILLE STAR and ON PROBATION wider on the track.

 

LA VAIN (Matthew Hart (a)) blundered shortly after the crossing in the home straight.

 

Approaching the 100 metre mark RAYMOND STREET (David Pires) shifted ground inwards under pressure and in doing so carried MANTLE TALK (Kane Bandy) inwards momentarily.  Jockey Pires put both hands on the reins and straightened his mount immediately.

 

RACE 3 – JAMES BOAG PREMIUM FILLIES AND MARES CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1175 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

 

STIHLMACK DAWN (David Pires) was examined pre-race and found to have a small boil in her right nostril which had burst with associated blood.  The filly was passed fit to take her place in the event and examined again post-race.

 

At approximately the 500 metre mark QUIRK (Leah Goodrick) shifted out abruptly and in doing so bumped with SPINIFEX FAIRY (Troy Atkin), who in turn bumped with MILLENIUM MELLAY (David Keating (a)), which was racing further to the outside.

 

At approximately the 150 metre mark PHYLLIS MAY (Brendon McCoull) shifted ground outwards under pressure and carried ANOTHER QUEST (Jodi Borrett) out onto TERRI OR ROSE (Stephen Maskiell), which had to be momentarily steadied by its rider.

 

Racing towards the finish SPINIFEX FAIRY (Troy Atkin) shifted ground inwards when under the whip and as a result TERRI OR ROSE (Stephen Maskiell) and ANOTHER QUEST (Jodi Borrett) both had to be steadied by their respective riders.  Jockey Atkin was shown the film of the incident and reprimanded under A.R.137 (a) for Careless Riding.   Jockey Atkin was advised that if he continues to ride in a similar manner stronger action may be taken in future.

 

RACE 4 – BOAGS XXX MAIDEN PLATE– 1600 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

 

Correct weight for this event was delayed as jockey Kane Bandy (WINDIAN) wished to view the official patrol film with a view to lodging a protest.  After viewing the film jockey Bandy declined and correct weight was given at 3.11 p.m.

 

BELLEEK (David Keating (a)) was tightened for room shortly after the start.

 

ROLY KEN (Ruth Bradley) and ROSIE’S VAIN (Greg Millard) over-raced in the early and middle stages.

 

Rounding the turn at the 600 metre mark THE DEVIL’S TATTOO (Brendon McCoull) raced awkwardly, shifted out and as a result inconvenienced OUTLAW LASSIE (Troy Atkin), TAINUI FLYER (Phil Michaelides) and ROLY KEN (Ruth Bradley).  Shortly thereafter SANCHEZ (Jodi Borrett) was inclined to lay in and had to be restrained by its rider.

 

OYSTER CATCHER (Christie Burtt) was examined by the veterinary surgeon post race and no obvious abnormality was detected.

 

RACE 5 – BOAGS DRAUGHT CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1600 METRES - 8 RUNNERS

 

The start of this race was delayed approximately one mintue due to the delay experienced at the harness race meeting at Fairfield, it was further delayed when LORRELEE (Shane Gates) reared and dislodged her rider in the barrier.  LORRELEE was subsequently examined by the veterinary surgeon and passed fit to take its place in the field.  A public announcement was made to this effect. 

 

SIR RODGER (Stephen Maskiell) pulled hard in the early and middle stages.

 

LORRELLEE (Shane Gates) and SIR RODGER (Stephen Maskiell) underwent post-race veterinary examinations which revealed no obvious abnormalities.

 

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race ACE OF JEWELS (Trainer Michael Trinder).

RACE 6 – J BOAG & SON GOLDEN MILE – 1600 METRES - 11 RUNNERS

 

Jockey Simon Snell (TURBULENT FORCE) reported that his mount over-raced in the early and middle stages.

 

DERE TO QUIT (Stephen Maskiell) shied at approximately the 600 metre mark for no apparent reason and was momentarily unbalanced.

 

At approximately the 400 metre mark MISLAID (Brendon McCoull) and MURPHY’S MAGIC (Leah Goodrick) bumped.  At the same time DERE TO QUIT (Stephen Maskiell) was tightened for a number of strides when racing in tight room to the inside of CONVERSATIONS (Shane Gates).

 

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race DERE TO QUIT (Trainer Darrel Baldock).

RACE 7 –BOAGS STRONGARM CLASS 6 HANDICAP – 1175 METRES – 5 RUNNERS

 

MISS MOXIE (Ernest Chan (a)) was slow away at the start and thereafter had a tendency to lay out rounding the home turn.

 

RACE 8 – BOAGS CLASSIC BITTER CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1175 METRE - 10 RUNNERS

 

A veterinary inspection of TAN QUEST (Brendon McCoull) revealed the gelding was lame in the near hind leg .  TAN QUEST was a late scratching at 4.32 p.m. and trainer Barry Campbell was advised that a veterinary certificate of soundness must be produced before the gelding’s next race start.

 

JOHN GUM ROL (Troy Atkin) was slow away at the start.

 

PETER’S PICK (Terry Wong (a)) was awkwardly placed on the heels of LADY OF NEVER (Ernest Chan (a)) for a short distance at approximately the 800 metre mark.

 

A post-race veterinary inspection of  ALL POINTS WEST failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.