Hobart (Tas)

Sunday, 14 December 2003 00:00

TRACK: GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: Rail Out 5 metres entire circuit

RACE 1  - FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES VOLUNTEERS THREE – YEARS – OLD MAIDEN PLATE  -  1100 METRES  -   14 RUNNERS

Stewards granted permission for GOOD GOD (Trainer A Stubbs) to race without a cross over noseband. An announcement to this effect was made prior to the event.

The start of this race was delayed slightly due to SPINDABELLE (D Pires) proving a little fractious behind the barriers.

A DREAMER ( B McCoull ), ALL GEARD UP ( P Michaelides ), and SPINDABELLE ( D Pires ) were all slow to begin.

GOOD GOD (J Borrett) shifted in abruptly shortly after the start and contacted with RADAR ROCKET (E Brennen (a)). 

At about the 600m mark MY TALLULAH (L Goodrick) had to momentarily ease off the heels of IMAGE CONSCIOUS (S Snell).

BARILLA BOY (W Stacey (a)) threw its head in the air leaving the 600m mark, commenced to race ungenerous for a short distance and as a result the saddle on this gelding slipped forward.

GALVANIZED (S Maskiell) laid out in the straight.

Jockey S Snell the rider of IMAGE CONSCIOUS reported at scale that his mount hung out throughout the event.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race MY TALLULAH (Trainer C Goggin).

RACE 2  - STATE EMERGENCY SERVICES TWO – YEARS – OLD HANDICAP -  1100 METRES - 8 RUNNERS

Trainer R Carr was charged $27.50 for the use of Club colours on FUN ALLEY.

FUN ALLEY (D Keating (a)) was examined by the Veterinary surgeon prior to the event when it reared and fell over in the stripping shed area. FUN ALLEY was declared fit to race by the veterinary surgeon. An announcement to this effect was made prior to the event.

The announcement of correct weight was delayed when Jockey C Kingston (POP THE BALLOON) wished to view the video with a view to lodging a protest. After viewing the video Jockey Kingston decided not to proceed with the matter.

LADETO (S Snell) was slow away at the start after making contact with ARTRACH (E Chan(a)) and thereafter raced greenly throughout.

ARTRACH (E Chan (a)) was slow to muster early speed.

ORPEN TIME (D Pires) had a tendency to lay in shortly after straightening.

POP THE BALLOON (C Kingston) raced greenly throughout.

FUN ALLEY (D Keating (a)) was held up for a clear run over the concluding stages.

RACE 3  - TASMANIAN AMBULANCE SERVICE CLASS 1 HANDICAP (1) -  1200 METRES - 12 RUNNERS

MILITIA (R Bradley) jumped in at the start and contacted DEMKE (S Maskiell).

HORS CONCOURS (K Bandy) was slow to muster early speed.

ZEQUEST (D Pires) laid in, in the early and middle stages of the event.

DEMKE (S Maskiell) was held up for a clear run rounding the home turn

Approaching the 100 metre mark DEMKE (S Maskiell) attempted a run between HARPIST (S Gates) and LITTLE STUART (S Snell) when there was insufficient room and as a result had to be eased and shifted in over the heels of LITTLE STUART.

Jockey B McCoull (PRINCESS AVENGER) reported at scale that this mare laid in shortly after the start and as a result he was placed at a disadvantage and raced from a position further back in the field than he intended.

EXILE (J Borrett) had to be momentarily steadied at about the 100 metre mark when PRINCESS AVENGER (B McCoull) shifted ground inwards.

A post race veterinary examination of MATSERATI (C Crook) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race STRATHMORE LUCK (Trainer R M Worbey).

RACE 4  - ROAD SAFETY TASK FORCE CLASS 1 HANDICAP (2) 1200 METRES  -  11 RUNNERS

LIGHT RANK (S Snell) began awkwardly.

ICED (L Goodrick) and KATHY”S PRIDE (D Pires) were both slow to begin.

LIGHT RANK (S Snell) and LORD OF THE TURF (E Brennen (a)) both laid in, in the straight.

A post race veterinary examination of SUPERBURG revealed the gelding to be lame in the off fore leg. Trainer R Worbey was advised that he is to tender a veterinary certificate declaring this horse fit to race before its next trial or race start.

A post race veterinary examination of ICED revealed the gelding to be lame in the off fore leg (suspected knee injury). Trainer C Goggin was advised that he is to tender a veterinary certificate declaring this horse fit to race before its next trial or race start.

RACE 5  - TROA TURF CLUB CUP - 2100 METRES  -  13 RUNNERS

Apprentice E Brennen was fined $25 under AR-175(k) for negligence in that he presented himself in the wrong colours for his ride on MORNINGTON INN in this event.

Shortly after the start BEELWIN (NZ) (T Atkin) became crowded for room between PAPPA BEAR (R Bradley) and FLY GEORGIE (S Snell) who had both shifted ground marginally, had to be steadied by its rider and lost its running position.

BADGER”S RETREAT (D Pires) over-raced in the early stages of the event.

Jockey R Bradley (PAPPA BEAR) accidentally dropped her whip at about the 200 metre mark.

CORINDHAP (C Burt) and FLY GEORGIE (S Snell) both laid in, in the home straight.

A post race veterinary examination of BOY BLUE failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A post race veterinary examination of TUZLA revealed a small laceration to its near hind leg above the fetlock.

A post race veterinary examination of PAPPA BEAR failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A post race veterinary examination of BETTER THINK failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A post race veterinary examination of BADGER”S RETREAT revealed minor cuts to its near hind fetlock.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race MORNINGTON INN (Trainer R M Worbey).

RACE 6  - MACQUARIE BANK CLASS 4 HANDICAP (1) 1400 METRES  -  10 RUNNERS

Jockey S Snell was fined $50 under AR-175(k) for negligence in that he presented himself in the wrong colours for his ride on SHIMOUSE in this event.

CHEQUE BOOK BLITZ (K Bandy) threw its head up in the air at about the 1200 metre mark and raced ungenerously for a short distance.

Jockey L Goodrick (LADONIS) accidentally dropped her off side rein at about the 150 metre mark.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race TWIN TUB (Trainer C Crook).

RACE 7  - PREMIER’S PLATE - 1100 METRES  -  11 RUNNERS

LITTLE PORKIES (NZ) (E Chan (a)) and PRIVATE STAR (K Bandy) contacted at the start.

At about the 900 metre mark VISCOUNT ALEXANDER (B McCoull) shifted in momentarily and tightened FOLLOW THE BAND (S Maskiell) who in turn bumped with KING FLYER (E Brennen (a)). Jockey McCoull was shown the video of the incident and advised to take greater care in future when shifting ground.

Stewards advised Jockey S Maskiell (FOLLOW THE BAND) that he is to ride his horses out to the finish at least hands and heels and with the same amount of vigour throughout unless there is some factor preventing him from doing so. Jockey Maskiell explained that this gelding had a tendency to lay in, in the home straight. Stewards confirmed that the gelding laid in, in the early part of the straight.

A post race veterinary examination of VISCOUNT ALEXANDER failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A post race veterinary examination of OTAKIMAN failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race FINE OMENS (Trainer C Goggin).

RACE 8  - TASMANIAN FIRE SERVICE THREE – YEARS - OLD CLASS 6 HANDICAP 1400 METRES  -  11 RUNNERS

Trainer G White (MANCHA) advised stewards prior to the running of this event that it is his intention to race this horse from a backward position in today’s event. An announcement to this effect was made prior to the running of the race.

SOVEREIGN CLAUSE (D Pires) over-raced in the early and middle stages of the event.

KITA RYOKAN (L Goodrick) pulled hard in the early stages of the event and made the turn at about the 600 metre mark awkwardly and had to be steadied when racing in tight room to the inside of MANCHA (S Maskiell). Jockey Goodrick reported at scale that she felt something was amiss with this filly in the early and middle stages of the event.

QUEEN OF EGYPT shifted out at about the 700 metre mark and carried US INDIAN GIVERS (R Bradley), HANKS GENTLEMAN (E Brennen (a)) and BORN A QUEEN (D Keating (a)) wider on the track.

US INDIAN GIVERS (R Bradley) raced greenly throughout the event.

A post race veterinary examination of MANCHA failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A post race veterinary examination of KITA RYOKAN failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

RACE 9  - MACQUARIE RISK ADVISORY CLASS 4 HANDICAP (2)  -  1400 METRES  -  12 RUNNERS

CARRINGTON STAR (S Gates) jumped out at the start and crowded BANDMAN (L Goodrick) onto SKI STAR (D Pires).

TAJAZ (C Burt) pulled hard in the early stages.

DEVON”S BOY (E Brennen (a)) raced wide rounding the home turn and into the straight.

MATSONATION (C Kingston) laid in under pressure in the home straight.

A post race veterinary examination of SKI STAR failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

GENERAL

Trainer Mr Graeme McCulloch advised Stewards that Trainer Mr Leon Wells will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his runners at today’s race meeting.

Apprentice Michelle Allen was placed in the care of Trainer G White for today’s race meeting.

Apprentice E Brennen was placed in the care of Trainer J Luttrell.

Apprentice D Keating was placed in the care of Trainer P Luttrell.

Apprentice D Keating was granted permission to ride the following horses notwithstanding the fact that he was unable to claim any portion of his allowance:

Race 3 FULL OF TRICKS

Race 5 BARKER

Race 7 CAITLIN”S HOPE

Race 8 BORN A QUEEN

In view of apprentice Keating’s record in relation to being unable to claim any portion of his allowance on horses weighted at 53 kg stewards placed an embargo on him in relation to the rides for which he may accept. He may not accept rides weighted at less than 54kg until such time as he can prove to stewards that he is able to claim a reasonable portion of his allowance off 53kg. Trainer Mr Terry Roles (his master) was advised accordingly.

RACE 6

Stewards today concluded the inquiry into the manner in which PERSONAL PEAK (S Maskiell) was ridden. After further questioning of both Jockey S Maskiell and Trainer C Goggin and taking into account all other relevant matters stewards formed the view that although Jockey Maskiell’s riding on this occasion fell short of a breach of Australian Rule of Racing – AR. 135 (b) – failing to take all reasonable and permissible measures, he was advised to ensure that he rides his mounts in a manner which leaves no room for query and in the circumstances he was reprimanded.

RACE 8

Jockey S Maskiell (LATEST TOY) was reprimanded under AR 137 (a) – Careless Riding, for shifting ground inwards at about the 1250 metre mark resulting in MORNINGTON INN (K Bandy) being tightened and having to be checked by its rider.

Devonport (Tas)

Wednesday, 26 November 2003 00:00

TRACK:   GOOD
WEATHER:   OVERCAST
RAIL: TRUE POSITION ENTIRE CIRCUIT

RACE	HORSE	RIDER	REPLACING	REASON
2	WINGNUT’S WALZ	Jodi Borrett	Phil Michaelides	Indisposed
3	BLADE STAR	Brendon McCoull	Phil Michaelides	Indisposed
4	OH SO GRAND	Terry Wong (a)		Emergency gained a start

RACE 1 – PELLOWS SAWS & MOWERS MAIDEN PLATE (1) – 1175 METRES – 10 RUNNERS

MIMOSA RAINBOW (Shane Gates) was fractious in the barriers.

As the start was effected EDIYM (Terry Wong (a)) hung outwards and brushed with SOLIS (Rebecca Hanby), who in turn shifted out and brushed with MIMOSA RAINBOW (Shane Gates).  A post race veterinary examination of MIMOSA RAINBOW revealed blood in mare’s mouth, which was of nil significance.  The examination also revealed a small abrasion to the off hind medial stifle, which was also of nil significance, and no veterinary certificate was required.

MAN IN A RUSH (Simon Snell) also jumped out at the start and bumped with BELLE OF IRELAND (Jodi Borrett).

EDIYM (Terry Wong (a)) hung out when placed under pressure at the 600 metre mark and continued to do so for the remainder of the event.  A post race veterinary examination of the horse revealed a small inactive ulcer on right cheek.  No abnormality was detected.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event MAN IN A RUSH (trainer Winston Pilgrim)

RACE 2 –QUICK MIX CONCRETE MAIDEN PLATE (2) – 1175 METRES – 10 RUNNERS

Acting on submissions made by trainer G Blacker and after checking office records, stewards confirmed that a stable return had been received by Racing Services Tasmania  in relation to CLANCY’S CROSSING racing equipped with blinkers. Stewards subsequently gave permission for CLANCY’S CROSSING to race with blinkers.  A public announcement was made to this effect.

Jockey Kane Bandy was fined the sum of $25 (A.R.175(k)) for presenting himself in the mounting yard in the incorrect colours for METSOLA.

The start of the race was delayed approximately 1-2 minutes when SOMERVILLE STAR (Brendon McCoull) proved difficult to load in the barriers.

ICED (Stephen Maskiell) was a fraction slow to begin.

ON PROBATION  (Shaun Hamer (a)) began awkwardly.  A post race veterinary examination of the mare revealed no obvious abnormality.

Rounding the home turn CLANCY’S CROSSING (Shane Gates) and ICED (Stephen Maskiell) were both held up for a clear run.

RED ENCHANTER (Michelle Allan (a)) made the crossing at approximately the 220 metre mark awkwardly, and brushed the running rail, after being momentarily tightened by CLANCY’S CROSSING (Shane Gates) and then tired noticeably over the concluding stages.

 

RACE 3 – STERLINE RUNNING RAIL THREE-YEARS-OLD MAIDEN PLATE  – 1175 METRES –14 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed approximately three minutes due to NOTHIN’ LEICA TOY (Shane Gates) and WINDIAN (Troy Atkin) both having to be re-saddled behind the barrier stalls.

NOTHIN’ LEICA TOY (Shane Gates) jumped in the air at the start.

At the start SOVEREIGN CLAUSE (Stephen Maskiell) jumped outwards and contacted PINTERRY RUBI (Rebecca Hanby), who in turn contacted WINDIAN (Troy Atkin).

Rounding the home turn SOVEREIGN CLAUSE (Stephen Maskiell) laid in under pressure and as a result tightened MATTINGLY (Jodi Borrett) for a number of strides.  Stewards were satisfied that the incident was accidental.

SOVEREIGN CLAUSE (Stephen Maskiell) made the crossing at the 220 metre mark awkwardly.

CHLOE’S QUEST (Leah Goodrick) had a tendency to lay in in the home straight.

A post race veterinary examination of INDULGE revealed no obvious abnormality.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event, STIHLMACK DAWN (trainer Ian Hay).

RACE 4 – KING CONTRACTING CLASS 1 HANDICAP– 1600 METRES – 12 RUNNERS

At approximately the 1500 metre mark OH SO GRAND (Terry Wong (a)) raced awkwardly on the heels of NICANOVA (Stephen Maskiell) for a number of strides.  A post race veterinary examination of OH SO GRAND revealed no obvious abnormality.

FORMULATOR (Troy Atkin) was inclined to lay out on numerous occasions throughout the event.  A post race veterinary examination revealed no obvious abnormality.

WALK THE CAGE (Jodi Borrett) laid out under pressure in the home straight.

A post race veterinary examination of ALI’S MOON revealed a small nick on the skin near hind hock, which was of nil significance.

A post race veterinary examination of DENON revealed skin abrasions to medial aspect near hind pastern.

RACE 5 – TASMANIAN FARM EQUIPMENT CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1380 METRES – 8 RUNNERS

ON FLIGHT (NZ) (Stephen Maskiell) raced in the red and white hoops and not the cardinal and white vertical stripes as shown in the race book.  A public announcement was made to this effect.  Trainer Charlie Goggin was fined $25 for not supplying the correct colours for this gelding.

Jockey Simon Snell was fined the sum of $25 (A.R.175(k)) for presenting himself in the mounting yard in the incorrect colours for SKI STAR.

CHOKITO (Shaun Hamer (a)) jumped awkwardly at the start and was a little slow away.

SAFIN (Brendon McCoull) and SKI STAR (Simon Snell) over-raced in the early stages.

CHOKITO (Shaun Hamer (a)) over-raced in the early and middle stages.

PURE ELEGANCE (Shane Gates) was momentarily held up rounding the home turn.

SKI STAR (Simon Snell) raced wide rounding the home turn and into the straight.

DRAGON SPIRIT (Jodi Borrett) and ROMAN ECLIPSE (Kane Bandy) were both inclined to lay in over the concluding stages.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event SAFIN (trainer Leon Wells).

SKI STAR and ROMAN ECLIPSE both returned to scale with blood in their mouth, which was of nil significance.

RACE 6 – SEBA SHEETMETAL CLASS 6 HANDICAP – 1175 METRES – 4 RUNNERS

No report

RACE 7 – SIGNMAKERS CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1175 METRES – 10 RUNNERS

Acting on submissions made by trainer Tony Green and after checking office records, stewards confirmed that a stable return had been received by Racing Services Tasmania in relation to ART MAJOR racing without blinkers. Stewards subsequently gave permission for ART MAJOR to race without blinkers.   A public announcement was made to this effect.

ELLIPSE (Leah Goodrick) and BAFFERT (Kane Bandy) contacted at the start.

SIR RODGER (Terry Wong (a)) and STAYS ON TOUR (David Pires) were both slow away at the start.

Rounding the home turn SIR RODGER (Terry Wong (a)) was awkwardly placed on the heels of PYENGANA (Simon Snell) for a few strides.

Rebecca Hanby, the rider of SINODAL, reported she accidentally dropped her whip shortly after the start.

A post-race veterinary inspection of  A LITTLE NEDDY revealed that this horse bled from both nostrils.  Stable foreman S Penno, acting on behalf of trainer C Goggin, was advised of the provisions of A.R.53A(4).  This horse may not be trained, exercised or galloped on any racecourse for a period of two months, neither may it start in a race for a period of three months and then only after a satisfactory gallop of at least 1000 metres in the presence of a steward, effective 26^th November 2003.

GENERAL

Trainer John Callaway advised stewards that trainer V C Poke will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for PURE ELEGANCE (Shane Gates) at today’s race meeting.

Launceston (Tas)

Sunday, 07 December 2003 00:00

TRACK:   GOOD
WEATHER:   FINE
RAIL: 1200 metres to winning post out 4 metres. Winning post to 1200 metres true position.

RACE 1 – TAFE TASMANIA DRYSDALE MAIDEN PLATE (3YO&UP) (Division 1) – 1200 METRES - 13 RUNNERS

Prior to the running of this event Trainer Bill Ryan advised Stewards that it is his intention to race STORM WEST (C Massey) in its normal manner in today’s event, which is to race this horse in a forward position.  Steward’s made a public announcement to this effect.

FYNDARN FINALE (C Kingston) and RAYMOND STREET (D Keating (a)) were both slow to begin.

TRISTALE (T Atkin) was slow to muster early speed.

Approaching the 800 metre mark JUDAS (J Borrett) shifted in away from HELLO HEAVEN (S Snell) who had a tendency to lay in, at the same time CLANCY’S CROSSING (G Millard) shifted outwards slightly whilst overracing, as a result MATTINGLY (B McCoull) and CLANCY’S CROSSING (G Millard) were both inconvenienced for a number of strides, thereafter CLANCY’S CROSSING (G Millard) continued to overrace for some distance.

STORM WEST (C Massey) was held up for a clear run approaching and rounding the home turn.

Rounding the turn near the 700 metre mark TAL QORMI (L Goodrick) had to be eased momentarily when briefly crowded to the inside of STORM WEST (C Massey) which had a tendency to lay in.

ACCESS POINT (M Allen (a)) shifted ground outwards in the run to the finish.

A swab sample was taken from ACCESS POINT (Trainer L Porter) winner of the race.

RACE 2 – TAFE TASMANIA HOLLYBANK TRAINING CENTRE MAIDEN PLATE (3YO&UP) (Division 2) – 1200 METRES - 11 RUNNERS

SAFE HAVEN (K Bandy) was a late scratching at 1.09 pm acting on Veterinary advice. Prior to the announcement of correct weight, Stewards ordered all bets struck on this mare prior to the scratching time be fully refunded and all win and place bets struck prior to scratching time be paid less 5c on the face value of the ticket.   A Veterinary examination revealed this mare to be lame in the near hind leg and Trainer G J McCulloch was advised that he must tender a Veterinary Certificate prior to this mare’s next official trial or race start.

GORDON HIGHLANDER (S Maskiell) blundered at the start.

DREAM RACER (P Michaelides) and PINTERRY RUBY (D Keating (a)) were both slow to begin.

METSOLA (T Atkin) was slow into stride and began to overrace shortly thereafter.

JACS BANJO (B McCoull) jumped the crossing at the 800 metre mark and overraced in the early stages.

Approaching the 800 metre mark MOXOON (L Goodrick) shifted ground inwards, at the same time METSOLA (T Atkin) began to overrace and shifted ground outwards over the heels of MOXOON (L Goorick), and as a result contacted BELIOCHA (S Gates).

Trainer John Blacker was charged $27.50 for use of the Club colours on BELIOCHA.

A post race Veterinary examination of TRADE ZONE (Trainer Graeme McCulloch) failed to reveal any abnormalities.  When questioned Jockey C Massey advised that this mare refused to stretch out at any stage despite his efforts.

A post race Veterinary examination of PINTERRY RUBI (Trainer Terry Roles) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

A swab sample was taken from SENSAITHOR (Trainer Allan Stubbs) winner of the race.

RACE 3 – TAFE TASMANIA WINE INDUSTRY TRAINING CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1400 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

DESAILLY FLAT (M Allen (a)) was fractious in the barriers.

BELFRY BOUNTY (C Kingston) overraced in the early stages.

ESTATE KING (S Gates) had a tendancy to lay in, in  the straight.

A post race Veterinary examination of MATSQUI BOY (Trainer Terry Roles) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

RACE 4 – TAFE TASMANIA NATURAL RESOURCES  CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1600 METRES – 7 RUNNERS

Shortly after straightening ACE OF JEWELS (L Goodrick) who had a tendency to lay in shifted inwards, at the same time AERIAL PURSUIT (S Snell) shifted outwards slightly, resulting in SPRINGFIELD MAN (D Keating (a)) being crowded for galloping room between these two horses, as a result D Keating (a) had to check his mount.  Stewards were satisfied that the incident was not due to the carelessness of any rider.

A post race Veterinary examination of ROYAL ASSAULT (Trainer Bill Ryan) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

RACE 5 – R W TRINDER MEMORIAL CLASS 6 HANDICAP - 1200 METRES – 7 RUNNERS

Correct weight for this event was delayed after Jockey D Pires rider of second placegetter STORM YACHT wished to view the official photo finish.  After viewing the photo finish Jockey Pires was satisfied with the decision and correct weight was declared at 3.12 pm.  The reason for the lengthy delay was due to technical difficulties experienced in relation to the photo finish.

CONVERSATIONS (S Gates) and DRUM TIME (D Keating (a)) were slow into stride.

LITTLE PORKIES (NZ) (C Kingston) pulled hard in the early stages.

STORM YACHT (D Pires) shifted out at approximately the 200 metre mark inconveniencing LITTLE PORKIES (NZ) (C Kingston), thereafter STORM YACHT (D Pires) shifted outwards approaching the 50 metre mark and again slightly inconvenienced LITTLE PORKIES (NZ) (C Kingston) whose rider had to stop riding and put both hands on the reins.

RACE 6 – CRAIG HANSON MEMORIAL HANDICAP – 1400 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

SEDATION (Trainer Michael Trinder) was a late scratching by order of Stewards at 8.25 am.  Trainer Trinder advised Stewards that this gelding had an injury to its near fore leg.  Trainer Trinder was advised to tender a Veterinary Certificate in relation to this report.

RAHIRI (D Keating (a)) and GEHENNA (J Borrettt) were both slow to begin losing 1 – 2 lengths at the start.

MIDNIGHT BREW (D Pires) blundered shortly after the start.

ST. ANDREWS (M Allen (a)) and CHARDERE (K Bandy) both overraced in the early and middle stages of the event, as a result ST. ANDREWS (M Allen (a)) raced wide throughout.

RAHIRI (D Keating (a)) raced wide throughout.

Trainer P E Jones (STAR JEUNE) was fined $50 under AR 59 A (d) for failing to produce the Document of Description for this mare.

A post race Veterinary examination of RAHIRI (Trainer T Roles) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

A post race Veterinary examination of GEHENNA (Trainer J Blacker) revealed an excessively high respiratory and heart rate and tied up.

RACE 7 – TAFE TASMANIA RACING INDUSTRY CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 2100 METRES – 10 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed slightly due to DURRENMATT (S Gates) casting a near hind plate enroute to the barriers, and having to be re-shod at the start.

As the start was affected ME OLD MUKKA (J Borrett) jumped outwards contacting HIGHSTRUNG (L Goodrick) who in turn contacted with NUVOLARI (S Maskiell).

NICANOVA (D Pires) was inclined to pull in the early stages.

MILLENIUM MELLAY (C Kingston) was inclined to lay in in the home straight.

A swab sample was taken from ISLAND QUEST (Trainer John Keys) winner of the race.

RACE 8 – TAFE TASMANIA METALS & ENGINEERING 3YO CLASS 6 HANDICAP – 1400 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

HAIL THE GANG (D Keating (a)) and CURRENT TREND (S Maskiell) both overraced in the early stages.

FLYING DIVA (D Pires) was held up for a number of strides approaching the 100 metre mark to the inside of TAN QUEST (L Goodrick) who commended to give ground.

HAIL THE GANG (D Keating (a)) laid in over the concluding stages.

Jockey Goodrick (TAN QUEST) reported at scale that her mount faltered rounding the home turn.  A post race Veterinary examination of this gelding revealed several lacerations to both hind pasterns.

A post race Veterinary examination of INVERMAY GIRL (Trainer B Campbell) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

A post race Veterinary examination of CURRENT TREND (Trainer C Goggin) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

GENERAL

Apprentice D Keating pleaded guilty to a charge under AR 92 (12) in that he failed to claim any portion of his allowance on MATSQUI BOY – race 3, RAHIRI - race 6 and HAIL THE GANG - race 8.  Apprentice Keating was fined $100 and advised of his right of appeal.

Launceston (Tas)

Sunday, 23 November 2003 00:00

TRACK:   GOOD
WEATHER:   OVERCAST
Track downgraded to DEAD at 1.09 pm.
RAIL: TRUE POSITION ENTIRE CIRCUIT

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
*Apprentice Nevin advised Stewards this morning that he would be unable to fulfil his engagements due to illnness.  Apprentice Nevin will be advised to obtain a medical clearance prior to riding in races, trials and trackwork.
1	TRADE ZONE	J Nevin (a)	D Pires	*
2	SAFE HAVEN	J Nevin (a)	M Allen (a)	*
3	STORMIN’ FEVER	J Nevin (a)	T Atkin	*
4	RUTHAIN	J Nevin (a)	D Keating (a)	*
6	LUNCHTIME LEGEND	J Nevin (a)	S Gates	*
7	TUZLA	J Nevin (a)	S Snell	*
8	BRAINPOWER	J Nevin (a)	D Taggart	*
8	FLYING DIVA		D Pires	Emergency gained a start

RACE 1 – LINKS MAIDEN PLATE (1) – 1200 METRES - 12 RUNNERS

Prior to the running of this event Trainer Bill Ryan advised Stewards that it is his intention to race STORM WEST (J Borrett) just off the pace in today’s event and not as per this horses’ previous 3 starts where it was ridden for pace.  Steward’s made an announcement to this effect.

As the start was effected BAZZA GOLD (B McCoull) jumped out and contacted with GALVANIZED (S Maskiell) who contacted with SHE’S WICKED (M Hart (a)) who in turn contacted with RAYMOND STREET (D Keating (a)).  As a result this mare was slightly inconvenienced.

GALVANIZED (S Maskiell) overraced in the early stages and was inclined to lay outwards on several occasions.

A post race Veterinary examination of GALVANIZED (Trainer I Hay) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

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

RACE 2 – FEDERAL REWARDS CLUB  MAIDEN PLATE (2) – 1200 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

CAMILLERI (S Gates) was slow to muster early speed.

Approaching the 800 metre mark NOT RESPONSIBLE (C Burt) threw its head in the air and raced ungenerously for a number of strides and as a result checked out over the heels of KITA RYOKAN (B McCoull).  Shortly thereafter TREASURE QUEST (L Currie) and TURNING RED (D Taggart) contacted resulting in TREASURE QUEST (L Currie) becoming unbalanced for a number of strides.

GORDON HIGHLANDER (S Snell) was inclined to lay in from approximately the 700 metre mark onwards.

Jockey C Kingston was reprimanded under AR 145 in that he failed to weigh in for 5^th placegetter (STARRED).

Jockey B McCoull was found guilty of a charge under AR 118 (A) in that after having weighed out for KITA RYOKAN he changed gear intended to be used on this filly without the permission of the Stewards.  Jockey McCoull was fined $100 and advised of his right of appeal.

A swab sample was taken from SLIGO BAY (Trainer A Stubbs) winner of the race.

A post race Veterinary examination of NOT RESPONSIBLE (Trainer W Burt) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

RACE 3 – TERRACE RESTAURANT CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1200 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

KENTUCKY BOURBON (C Newitt (a)) contacted the outside of the barrier structure upon jumping.

OUTRIGGER (B McCoull), DESAILLY FLAT (R Hanby) and JOHNY GUM ROL (S Hamer (a)) were all slow to begin.

Trainer C D Crook reported MATSERATI (S Maskiell) spread an off hind shoe in running.

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

A post race Veterinary examination of KENTUCKY BOURBON (Trainer L Wells) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

A swab sample was taken from FLYING DIVA (Trainer N Richardson) winner of the race.

RACE 4 – IAN LUCK MEMORIAL CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 2100 METRES – 13 RUNNERS

SQUIRE MOOR (L Currie) underwent a pre-race Veterinary examination after Trainer W N McShane explained the gelding had struck its head on one of the days leading up to today’s event. After being inspected, this gelding was passed fit to take its place in the field.  A public announcement was made to this effect.

FLY TIME (W Stacey (a)) was slow away.

RUTHAIN (D Keating (a)) was slow into stride.

BLACK LIGHT (S Hamer (a)) was inclined to overrace in the early stages.

FLY GEORGIE (S Snell) was inclined to lay in rounding the home turn.

BANDMAN (S Maskiell) momentarily eased off the heels of RUTHAIN (D Keating (a)) rounding the home turn.

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

A post race Veterinary examination of LITTLE EM (Trainer C Crook) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

A post race Veterinary examination of ESSEMBEE (Trainer P Luttrell) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

A post race Veterinary examination of TIME EFFECT (Trainer P Geeves) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

RACE 5 – SHAW CONTRACTING 2 YEAR OLD ALFA STAKES - 1100 METRES – 5 RUNNERS

SHINING STORM (C Newitt (a)) and HOTSHOE (B McCoull) contacted solidly at the start.

TAMAR VALLEY (T Atkin) jumped the crossing at approximately the 800 metre mark.

SHINING STORM (C Newitt (a)) shifted out over the concluding stages and brushed with MIDIANS CHOICE (J Borrett).

RACE 6 – COUNTRY CLUB RESORT 104^TH TASMANIAN NEWMARKET HANDICAP (LISTED) – 1200 METRES - 13 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed 1 – 2 minutes due to several horses being fractious to load into the starting gates.

Correct weight was delayed several minutes as Trainer G White made application for LITTLE PORKIES (NZ) to be declared a non-starter, as this gelding reared as the start was effected, dislodging Jockey Kingston.  After viewing the officicial patrol films, acting on their own observations and taking evidence from the Starter and connections, it was determined the manners of LITTLE PORKIES ((NZ)) were the sole reason as to why Jockey Kingston was dislodged.  Stewards deemed this gelding to be a starter and correct weight was declared.  In view of LITTLE PORKIES ((NZ)) manners, an official warning was placed on this gelding’s barrier manners.

As the start was effected CHAREDERE (K Sanderson) jumped outwards and contacted BIRLE’S GAMBLE (S Maskiell).

BIRLE’S GAMBLE (S Maskiell) was held up for a short distance rounding the home turn behind a tiring SURGE OF POWER (S Snell) and thereafter upon straightening BIRLE’S GAMBLE (S Maskiell), when shifting out to obtain a clear run, bumped solidly with SEDATION (L Goodrick).

RED DRAGON (J Borrett) was inclined to lay out in the home straight.

After the running of this race Trainer T Roles reported that he believed that ZARINA BOY (D Keating (a)) choked down in running.

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

A swab sample was taken from RED DRAGON (Trainer A Stubbs) second placegetter in the race.

A post race Veterinary examination of VISCOUNT ALEXANDER (Trainer H Patterson) revealed superficial lacerations on this gelding’s near hind leg.

RACE 7 – PROSPECT SELF STORAGE NEWNHAM CUP – 2100 METRES - 8 RUNNERS

Pre-race swab samples were taken from the following runners :- O’CONNOR STREET
                                                                                                              TUZLA
                                                                                                              PAPPA BEAR
                                                                                                             BETTER THINK
                                                                                                              BADGER’S RETREAT  
                                                                                                             THE COLONEL

All relevant trainers were advised accordingly.

The start of this race was delayed approximately 2 ½ minutes due to the Sunshine Coast race 5 and Bunbury race 2 both running several minutes late.

THE COLONEL (M Allen (a)) and BADGER’S RETREAT (D Pires) both overraced in the early stages.

O’CONNOR STREET (D Keating (a)) was inclined to lay in over the concluding stages.

A post race Veterinary examination of THE COLONEL (Trainer V Poke) revealed this gelding pulled up in some distress and had its tongue over the bit.

A post race Veterinary examination of PAPPA BEAR (Trainer R Carr) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

A post race Veterinary examination of ONCHA (Trainer C Goggin) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

RACE 8 – JACKSON MOTOR COMPANY 3YO CUP (SW/P) – 1200 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

As the start was effected PETER’S PICK (S Gates) jumped outwards and contacted with BRAINPOWER (D Taggart) who in turn contacted with LITTLE STUART (K Sanderson) further to the outside, TAN QUEST (L Goodrick) and GENUINE BLONDE (C Newitt (a)) were inconvenienced as a result.  At the same time PHYLLIS MAY (L Currie) jumped outwards contacting GEHENNA (J Borrett) who in turn contacted HAIL THE GANG (C Burt) who was inconvenienced as a result.

Jockey C Kingston was found guilty of a charge under AR 137 (a) (careless riding) in that whilst riding WIKKI WAWA at approximately the 150 metre mark, he allowed his mount to cross BRAINPOWER (D Taggart) when insufficiently clear, taking this gelding onto CENTERTAIN (B McCoull), as a result BRAINPOWER (D Taggart) had to be eased.  Jockey Kingston was suspended from riding in races for a period to commence midnight 23/11/2003 and to expire midnight 30/11/2003.  This period reflects the equivalent of two race meetings in Tasmania.   Jockey Kingston was advised of his right of appeal.  It was noted that PHYLLIS MAY (L Currie) which was inclined to lay out was also inconvenienced by the movement of WIKKI WAWA (C Kingston) shortly after straightening.

GEHENNA (J Borrett) was awkawardly placed on the heels of WIKKI WAWA (C Kingston) for some distance when rounding the home turn.

GENUINE BLONDE (C Newitt (a)) and FLYING DIVA (D Pires) were both inclined to shift inwards over the concluding stages.

A swab sample was taken from FLYING DIVA (Trainer N Richardson) winner of the race.

A swab sample was taken from GENUINE BLONDE (Trainer G White) second placegetter in the race.

RACE 9 – SCARLETT’S BISTRO FILLIES AND MARES CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1400 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

At approximately the 1250 metre mark KARIBA SKY (L Goodrick) shifted inwards and in doing so crowded MAMSELLE MOET (S Gates) who was tightened for racing room and appeared to blunder, BACHI (E Chan (a)) and PURE ELEGANCE (D Keating (a)) which were racing to the inside were crowded for a number of strides.  In the circumstances Jockey Goodrick was given the benefit of the doubt as to whether she was fully responsible for the interference suffered and was advised in the strongest possible terms to take far greater care when shifting ground in the future.

LORRELEE (T Wong (a)) was inclined to overrace in the early and middle stages and as a result made the turn at the 800 metre mark awkwardly and forced ANGEL’S EDGE (M Hart (a)) a little wider on the track.

Rounding the home turn BACHI (E Chan (A)) had to be eased off the heels of MAMSELLE MOET (S Gates) when this mare tended to shift ground inwards.

At approximately the 250 metre mark MAMSELLE MOET (S Gates) and PURE ELEGANCE  (D Keating (a)) elected for the same run between KARIBA SKY (L Goodrick) and SWAMP BREEZE (J Borrett) which was inclinded to lay out, as a result PURE ELEGANCE (D Keating (a)) had to ease and switch to the inside of KARIBA SKY (L Goodrick) to obtain a clear run.

At about the 100 metre mark LORRELEE (T Wong (a)) shifted out under pressure and in doing so inconvenienced BACHI (E Chan (a)) which had to be switched out over the heels of MIDNIGHT ESCAPADE (D Pires) to obtain a clear run.

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

GENERAL

Trainer L Freedman advised Stewards that Trainer Leon Wells will be in charge of and taking responsibility for Apprentice Craig Newitt at today’s race meeting.

Trainer R Carr advised Stewards that Trainer Rod Seymour will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for PAPPA BEAR at today’s race meeting.

Devonport (Tas)

Wednesday, 03 December 2003 00:00

TRACK:   GOOD
WEATHER: OVERCAST
RAIL: TRUE POSITION ENTIRE CIRCUIT

RACE 1 – THE ADVOCATE MAIDEN PLATE – 1800 METRES - 12 RUNNERS

 

CAMILLERI (Stephen Maskiell) jumped in at the start, crowding I RULE (David Keating (a)), QUESTINO (Kane Bandy) and SQUANDERMANIA (Corey Kingston).

 

SUPER SCAY (Jodi Borrett) jumped outwards at the start.

 

At approximately the 1600 metre mark ANCHOR POINT (Michelle Allen (a)), when being restrained to take up a position behind PRINCE RAFTER (David Pires), was inclined to over-race and thereafter was awkwardly placed on the heels of runners in front at approximately the 1400 metre mark.  This mare then continued to over-race for some distance thereafter.  A veterinary inspection of the mare revealed a small skin abrasion to the off fore lateral cannon which was of nil significance.

 

CAMILLERI (Stephen Maskiell) pulled hard in the early and middle stages and slipped rounding the turn at approximately the 1100 metre mark.

 

At approximately the 600 metre mark SUPER SCAY (Jodi Borrett) shifted in slightly and crowded CAMILLERI (Stephen Maskiell) in onto OYSTER CATCHER (Terry Wong (a)), resulting in OYSTER CATCHER having to be momentarily steadied.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event STARRED (trainer John Keys).

 

RACE 2 –SOUTHERN CROSS CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1800 METRES - 8 RUNNERS

 

LORRELEE (Terry Wong (a)) was inclined to pull hard in the early and middle stages and tired over the concluding stages.

 

CHOKITO (Shaun Hamer (a)) pulled hard in the middle stages.

 

Stewards spoke to apprentice Shaun Hamer (CHOKITO) regarding his use of the whip. He was advised to refrain from using the whip when his horses are out of contention.

 

RACE 3 – SEA FM THREE-YEARS-OLD MAIDEN PLATE – 1175 METRES – 10 RUNNERS

 

NAYRIZABELLA (Michelle Allen (a)) was very slow to begin, losing several lengths at the start.  A post race veterinary inspection revealed no obvious abnormality.

 

MARTINA ANNE (David Keating (a)) was trapped wide throughout.

 

MISS LUSCIOUS (David Keating (a)) race greenly throughout.

 

Rounding the turn at the 600 metre mark STARBIZ (Simon Snell) contacted the inside running rail of its own accord.

 

LOVE HER (Sandra McFerran) was inclined to hang out rounding the turn at the 600 metre mark.  A post race veterinary inspection revealed no obvious abnormality.

 

Rounding the home turn MISS LUSCIOUS (David Keating (a)) shifted in and brushed the inside running rail.  As a result SOVEREIGN CLAUSE (Stephen Maskiell), which was following, baulked and became unbalanced for a number of strides.

A post race veterinary inspection of RESINOUS revealed the filly blew significantly and had a delayed recovery. 

 

RACE 4 – TOTE SPORT RADIO 101.3 FM CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1175 METRES - 12 RUNNERS

 

Acting on an assurance given by trainer Jason Petch that he had contacted Racing Services Bureau when ALGEA first entered his stable, in relation to the declared gear for this horse, stewards granted permission for the gelding to race without blinkers and with a tongue-tie on.  An announcement to this effect was made prior to the event.

 

LORD ARLINGTON (Kane Bandy) blundered at the start.

 

Jockey Simon Snell (MAMBO TWIST) reported at scale that his mount over-raced in the early stages.

 

LILLIAN’S LASS (David Pires) pulled hard in the early and middle stages.  A post race veterinary inspection revealed a poor recovery with no other apparent abnormalities.

 

PHYLLIS MAY (Brendon McCoull) laid out on a number of occasions in running.

 

At approximately the 900 metre mark LORD ARLINGTON (Kane Bandy) commenced to over-race,  had to shift wider on the track to avoid the heels of runners in front and in doing so made contact with LILLIAN’S LASS (David Pires).

 

At approximately the 200 metre mark MAMBO TWIST (Simon Snell) shifted ground inwards when under pressure and in doing so brushed with ALL POINTS WEST (Leah Goodrick).

 

A post race veterinary inspection of ALICALO (trainer Len Dixon) revealed this mare to be lame in the off fore.  Trainer Len Dixon will be advised that a veterinary certificate of fitness will be required prior to this mare’s next trial or race start.

 

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event ALL POINTS WEST (trainer Michael Trinder)

 

RACE 5 – JANUARY 7^TH CUP LAUNCH CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1175 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

 

SKI STAR (Kane Bandy), JACARANDA PARK (Terry Wong (a)) and BLETCHINA (Corey Kingston) were slow away at the start.

 

Rounding the home turn OUR MARFOO ((NZ)) (Leah Goodrick) was held up for a clear run for a number of strides to the inside of TAL JACK (David Keating (a)) and as a result brushed with this gelding.

 

Stewards spoke to apprentice Terry Wong (JACARANDA PARK) regarding his use of the whip. He was advised to refrain from using the whip when his horses are out of contention.

 

A post race veterinary inspection of TAL JACK (trainer Terry Roles) revealed small skin abrasions on both hind pasterns (anterior) which were of nil significance.

 

RACE 6 – 7AD CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1380 METRES – 9 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed approximately one minute due to ART MAJOR (David Keating (a)) having to undergo a veterinary examination after rearing in its barrier stall.

The veterinary surgeon passed the gelding fit to race.  A public announcement was made to this effect.  A post race veterinary inspection of the gelding revealed abrasions to its near hind hock.  No lameness was evident and no other obvious abnormalities.

 

Stewards placed a warning on the barrier manners of ART MAJOR (David Keating (a)) and WINGNUT’S WALTZ (Michelle Allen (a)).   Trainers Tony Green (ART MAJOR) and Winston Pilgrim (WINGNUT’S WALTZ) will be advised accordingly.

 

At approximately the 800 metre mark STORMIN’ FEVER (Simon Snell), who had a tendency to over-race and who raced ungenerously, brushed with ROMAN ECLIPSE (Kane Bandy) and carried this horse wider on the track.  STORMIN’ FEVER again shifted ground outwards shortly after leaving the 600 metre mark and brushed with ROMAN ECLIPSE.

 

Apprentice David Keating (ART MAJOR) was dislodged from his mount in the pull-up area due to the saddle on his horse slipping sideways in running.  Apprentice Keating reported at scale that this horse jumped awkwardly at the start and as a result of the saddle slipping he was placed at a disadvantage throughout the event.  He was examined by the on course ambulance staff who declared him fit to continue riding.

 

Stewards spoke to apprentice Shaun Hamer (QUEST FOR ILLUSION) in the presence of his master, Mr Barry Campbell, in relation to an incident rounding the home turn where apprentice Hamer attempted a run which, in the opinion of stewards, was not available.     Apprentice Hamer was advised, in the strongest terms, that in future he is not to place himself in a position where he may endanger himself or his fellow riders.  Mr Campbell was advised that if apprentice Hamer was to continue riding in the manner that he did, on this occasion, stewards would withdraw their consent for him to ride in races.  It was noted in this incident that QUEST FOR ILLUSION clipped the heels of STORMIN’ FEVER (Simon Snell), and ELLIPSE (Leah Goodrick) was inconvenienced in the incident.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event SIR RODGER (trainer Leon Wells).

 

RACE 7 – RICHMOND CONCEPTS AND PRINT OPEN HANDICAP – 1800 METRES - 8 RUNNERS

 

DEALS (Corey Kingston) cast its off fore shoe in running.

SAFIN  (Leah Goodrick) pulled hard in the early stages of the event.

O’CONNOR STREET (David Keating (a)) was inclined to lay inwards under pressure in the straight and as a result apprentice Keating had to stop riding and straighten his mount on two occasions.

 

GENERAL

Trainer Charlie Goggin advised stewards that trainer Ken Dixon will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for SCOTTISH SYMBOL at today’s race meeting.

Trainer Larry Dalco advised stewards that his stable foreman will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his runners at today’s race meeting.

Hobart (Tas)

Sunday, 16 November 2003 00:00

TRACK:    GOOD
WEATHER:    FINE
RAIL:   Rail Out 1.5 metres from 1200  -  400 metres  :  Remainder True

* Apprentice Jockey Michelle Allen advised Stewards that she would be unable to fulfil her riding engagements today due to illness.    Stewards advised her that she is to present a medical certificate declaring her fit to ride before she resumes riding in track work, trials or races.

†   Apprentice Jockey David Keating was stood down following an injury at the barriers before Race 1.    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  -WATER EDGE SUPERVOBIS 3-Y-O MAIDEN PLATE                  SET WEIGHTS - 1100 METRES – 13 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed approximately one minute when EXTENDER dislodged Apprentice D Keating behind the barriers after this filly got kicked by another runner.  Thereafter this horse galloped back towards the winning post, was recaptured and taken into the mounting yard.  Apprentice Keating was examined by the on-course ambulance staff who declared that he would be unable to fulfil his riding engagements for the remainder of the day.  As a result EXTENDER was a late scratching at 11.44 am by order of Stewards.   Prior to the announcement of correct weight, Stewards ordered all monies invested on EXTENDER (8/1) prior to 11.44 am to be refunded in full.  All bets made prior to 11.44 am to be paid less ten cents in the dollar on the face value of the win ticket and ten cents in the dollar on the value of the place ticket.  Apprentice Keating was again examined by the Course Medical Doctor who also declared him unfit to ride.

HANKS GENTLEMAN (S Snell) was slow away, losing one to two lengths. 

JUDAS (J Borrett) was slow into stride.

ROLY KEN (R Bradley) jumped awkwardly at the start.

On straightening, RAMASQUE (J Nevin A) was disappointed for a run between SPINDABELLE (S Gates) and ROLY KEN (R Bradley).

The following horses raced green throughout this event:  SPINDABELLE (S Gates), JUDAS (J Borrett) and HANKS GENTLEMAN (S Snell).

RACE 2  - CORPORATE TOWER CLUB MAIDEN PLATE  -  DIVISION 1   3-Y-O & UPWARDS  -  SET WEIGHTS  - 1400 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

Stewards granted permission for Jockey S Maskiell to ride TOM’S TOP (Trainer Charlie Goggin) one kilogram over the filly’s allotted weight as there was no other rider available at or near the allotted weight for this filly. 

SAVILLE (R Bradley) and STIHLMACK DAWN (D Pires) were both slow away at the start.

Rounding the turn at the 600 metre mark, STIHLMACK DAWN (D Pires) carried SAVILLE (R Bradley) a little wider on the track.

Jockey B McCoull (THE DEVIL’S TATOO) reported at scale that his mount had a tendency to lay out leading up to the 600 metre mark.  Stewards noted that this horse continued to lay out thereafter for the remainder of the event.

Jockey P Michaelides (IGOLIDE) was found guilty of a charge of careless riding under AR-137(a) in that at about the 450 metre mark, he shifted out to improve when insufficiently clear of BELLEEK (G Palmer) making contact with this mare and carrying her onto the heels of CRYSTAL QUI (C Burt) which in turn resulted in BELLEEK having to be checked by its rider.  In coming to a penalty, Stewards took into account that Jockey Michaelides had a relatively clean record in this regard.  Notwithstanding this fact, Jockey Michaelides was suspended from riding in races for a period to commence midnight 16/11/2003 and to expire midnight 23/11/2003.  This period reflects the equivalent of one race meeting in Tasmania.  Jockey Michaelides has the right of appeal.

A post-race veterinary inspection of LEICA FRANK (Trainer Barry Goodrick) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities. 

A post-race veterinary inspection of OUTLAW LASSIE (Trainer Len Porter) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities. 

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race ALI’S MOON (Trainer Winston Pilgrim).

RACE 3  -TASMAN ROOM MAIDEN PLATE  -  DIVISION 2   3-Y-O & UPWARDS  -  SET WEIGHTS -   1400 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

Trainer Graeme McCulloch, master of apprentice James Nevin, was found guilty of a charge under AR-175(k) the terms of the charge being that after he accepted a ride for his apprentice J Nevin on WINGNUT’S WALTZ he acted in a negligent manner by failing to confirm that Apprentice Nevin could ride at the weight allotted to this mare   Mr McCulloch was subsequently fined the sum of $50.

The start of this race was delayed approximately one to two minutes when WINGNUT’S WALTZ (T Atkin) proved difficult to load into the barriers.  In view of this horse’s barrier manners, Stewards advised Trainer Winston Pilgrim that a warning has been placed on the mare.

ESTATE KING (S Gates) blundered at the start.

ANCHOR POINT (M Allen A), GRAND EVENING (R Hanby) and OYSTER CATCHER (P Michaelides) contacted at the start.

Jockey S Snell reported at scale that TAINUI FLYER blundered badly at the start, losing some ground on the field.  Thereafter he encouraged his mount but after a short distance he felt there was something amiss with this mare and eased the mare out of the event at about the 900 metres. Stewards ordered a post-race veterinary inspection which failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

ESTATE KING (S Gates) laid in under pressure over the concluding stages.

A post-race veterinary inspection of WINGNUT’S WALTZ (Trainer Winston Pilgrim) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race CLASS EDITION (Trainer Gary White).

RACE 4  -THE POINT CLASS 1 HANDICAP                      1600 METRES  -   14 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed approximately two minutes due to some concern in regard to some members of the public in the vicinity of the 200 metre mark on the outside running rail.

MISS LEWINSKY (S Gates) stood flat-footed and was slow into stride.

REGENT PRINCE (C Kingston) and DENON (L Goodrick) were slow away.

NICANOVA (S Maskiell) over-raced in the early and middle stages of the event and at about the 1200 metre mark, DENON (L Goodrick) rolled off the fence and bumped with  NICANOVA for a number of strides.

At about the 1100 metre mark ME OLD MUKKA  (R Hanby A) shifted in abruptly and contacted with DENON (L Goodrick) to its inside.

NICONOVA (S Maskiell) had a tendency to lay in over the concluding stages of the event.

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

RACE 5  -FIVE STAR PREMIUM SUITE CLASS 1 HANDICAP                      1200 METRES  -   14 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed approximately two minutes due to a delay with Race 3 at Benalla.

FORMULATOR (K Bandy), FUN IN MONACO (J Borrett) and NORMAN FLYER (E Chan A) were slow into stride.

At about the 900 metre mark, ROSEWOOD RIVERS (J Nevin A) rolled out and carried QUEEN OF EGYPT (R Bradley) out.

FORMULATOR (K Bandy) raced ungenerously for a short distance between the 800 metre mark and the 600 metre mark.

NORMAN FLYER  (E Chan A) was held up for a short distance between the 250 and the 200 metre mark.

FUN IN MONACO (J Borrett) had to switch to the outside of CURRENT TREND (S Maskiell) at about the 200 metre mark to obtain a clear run. 

Also at about the 200 metre mark, QUEEN OF EGYPT (R Bradley) had to switch to the outside of ROSEWOOD RIVERS (J Nevin A) who was starting to give ground.

HAIL THE GANG (C Burt) laid in in the straight.

CURRENT TREND (S Maskiell) had a tendency to lay in over the concluding stages of the event.

Jockey S Maskiell (CURRENT TREND) was reprimanded for dictating to Jockey R Hanby (SANCHEZ) at about the 1000 metre mark.   He was reminded of his obligations and advised that he must allow sufficient room to his fellow riders when he is shifting ground in future.

A post-race veterinary inspection of FORMULATOR (Trainer Graeme McCulloch) revealed a small laceration on the near foreleg below the fetlock.

RACE 6  -  BLACKJACK CLASS 2 HANDICAP                      1100 METRES  -   8 RUNNERS

Trainer Allan Stubbs was charged $27.50 for the use of the Club’s colours on WALK THE CAGE.

Leaving the 500 metre mark TWIN TUB (P Michaelides) was held up for a short distance behind runners in front.

A post-race veterinary inspection of MESTINOS (Trainer Gary White) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A post-race veterinary inspection of BAFFERT (Trainer Graeme McCulloch) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A post-race veterinary inspection of CHENADE (Trainer Jason Clifford) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

RACE 7  - 30^TH ANNIVERSAY OPEN HANDICAP                      1400 METRES  -   10 RUNNERS

TURBULENT FORCE (S Maskiell) jumped out at the start and brushed with DEALS (E Chan A) who in turn contacted with BARKER (C Kingston).

RACE 8  -  CAPTAIN CASH CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1400 METRES-   9 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed approximately one minute due to ESSEMBEE (C Kingston) proving difficult to load. 

Stewards granted permission for Jockey S Gates to replace Jockey S Maskiell on BANDMAN when Jockey Maskiell was found to be overweight.  At a subsequent inquiry, Jockey Maskiell (BANDMAN) was found guilty of a charge under AR-120(b) in that he accepted two rides (TOM’S TOP – Race 2  and  BANDMAN – Race 8)  for which he was subsequently found to be overweight.  Jockey Maskiell was consequently fined $100.

LITTLE EM (L Goodrick),  FAIR NIME (R Bradley) and BANDMAN (S Gates) were all a little slow away at the start.

EMPEROR NAPOLEON (J Borrett) had a tendency to lay in up the straight and Jockey Borrett had to stop riding and straighten this gelding on several occasions.    Thereafter this gelding was accidentally struck over the nose by the whip of Jockey Michaelides (HEARTLESS) at about the 100 metre mark.

Stewards questioned Jockey B McCoull, the rider of ANDRE THE GIANT regarding this horse’s apparent poor performance today.  He stated that this gelding raced with a high head carriage in the back straight and had a tendency to race in a manner not consistent with its previous racing manners.  He also stated that the horse rolled out rounding the home turn racing to the straight and thereafter did not respond to his riding over the concluding stages.  He was of the view that as this was the gelding’s first run in Hobart, it may have accounted for its performance.  Stewards noted his explanation.

A post-race veterinary inspection of ANDRE THE GIANT (Trainer Helen Patterson) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

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

RACE 9 -  PIER ONE RESTAURANT & BAR CLASS 4 HANDICAP 1600 METRES  -   13 RUNNERS

Stewards granted permission for Jockey P Michaelides to ride MAN IN BLACK (Trainer Chris Crook) one kilogram over the gelding’s allotted weight as there was no other rider available at or near the allotted weight for this gelding.  At a subsequent inquiry Jockey Michaelides was found guilty of a charge under AR-120(b) in that he accepted a ride for which he was subsequently found to be overweight.  Jockey Michaelides was consequently fined $200.

NUVOLARI (C Kingston) was slow into stride.

Shortly after the start, the saddle on BACHI (E Chan A) slipped forward, placing Apprentice Chan at a disadvantage for the remainder of the race.

Rounding the turn at about the 1400 metre mark, BACHI (E Chan A) contacted with MAN IN BLACK (P Michaelides) to its inside and thereafter shifted out and contacted with NUVOLARI (C Kingston) to its outside.

Rounding the home turn just prior to straightening, AERIAL PURSUIT (S Snell) who was laying at the time, rolled in marginally.  As a result, DEFRAUD (J Borrett)  racing to its immediate inside also rolled in marginally which in turn resulted in this gelding’s hindquarters making contact with SCOTTISH SYMBOL (S Maskiell).  As a consequence, Jockey Maskiell had to check his mount and lost some ground on the field.  In the circumstances, Stewards were unable to attribute the incident due to the careless riding of any one rider and took no further action.  When questioned about why he did not persevere with his riding following this incident, Jockey Maskiell (SCOTTISH SYMBOL) stated that after checking his mount he thought that the horse had sustained a cut to one of its legs and that there was something amiss with this gelding.  As a result, he did not persevere with his riding in the straight.  Stewards also noted that a post-race veterinary inspection of SCOTTISH SYMBOL (Trainer Charlie Goggin) failed to reveal any abnormalities.  Whilst Stewards noted Jockey Maskiell’s explanation, he was advised that in future under similar circumstances to at least test his horse once it has balanced up after suffering interference. 

ALVA (B McCoull) shifted in momentarily at about the 150 metre mark and as a result Jockey McCoull lost his balance

Hobart (Tas)

Sunday, 30 November 2003 00:00

TRACK:    GOOD
WEATHER:  FINE
RAIL:   Rail Out 1.5 metres from 1200  -  400 metres  :  Remainder True

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
8	ALVA	M Allen A	R Bradley	Overweight
9	SPIT THE PIP	C Burt*	L Goodrick	Indisposed

*             Stewards advised Jockey Burt that she is to present a medical certificate declaring her fit to ride before she resumes riding in track work, trials or races.

RACE 1 - MAL GERRARD MAIDEN PLATE – 4YO & UPWARDS SET WEIGHTS -  1200 METRES - 11 RUNNERS

The announcement of correct weight was delayed when Trainer G White and Jockey S Gates (ESTATE KING) wished to view the video with a view to lodging a protest.  After viewing the video, both Trainer White and Jockey Gates decided against lodging a protest and correct weight was announced.  Upon inquiry it was established that rounding the home turn HELLO HEAVEN (M Allen A) had switched across the heels of EDGED IN RED (S Snell) to improve its position.  EDGED IN RED then shifted wider on the track with HELLO HEAVEN shifting out abruptly despite the efforts of its rider.  As a result ESTATE KING (S Gates) and MUDA’S DAY (D Pires) were inconvenienced and DEMKE (S Maskiell) was severely checked.  Shortly after straightening, EDGED IN RED (S Snell) rolled back towards the rail and hampered MANTLE TALK (K Bandy) for some distance.

As the start was affected, ESTATE KING (S Gates) jumped outwards and EDGED IN RED (S Snell) jumped inwards.  As a result, FEAR THE WIND (T Atkin), MUDA’S DAY (D Pires), DEMKE (S Maskiell) and DREAM RACER (P Michaelides) were all hampered for some distance with DEMKE and DREAM RACER both losing their positions.

At about the 200 metre mark PRINCESS AVENGER (B McCoull) shifted in under pressure, momentarily inconveniencing FULL OF TRICKS (R Bradley).

Jockey S Snell (EDGED IN RED) reported at scale that his mount was very difficult to ride throughout the event and upon pulling up, he noted that the bit had pulled through the mare’s mouth.  Stewards spoke to Trainer Royston Carr and advised him that a warning had been placed on this mare’s racing manners.

When questioned about today’s performance of DEMKE, Jockey S Maskiell stated that the gelding had struck interference shortly after the start and again rounding the home turn and as a result of both incidents, DEMKE was unable to maintain momentum and therefore, in his opinion, this materially affected the gelding’s performance today.

The Club’s doctor and ambulance officers attended Jockey P Michaelides after he was trodden on by his mount in the mounting yard following the running of this event.  Jockey Michaelides was subsequently cleared to fulfil his remaining riding engagements today.

Post-race veterinary inspections of HELLO HEAVEN (Trainer Steven Brazendale), FEAR THE WIND (Trainer P E Jones), and DEMKE (Trainer Charlie Goggin) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

RACE 2 - AVERY PARTNERS 3-Y-O MAIDEN PLATE - DIVISION 1 SET WEIGHTS - 1200 METRES - 11 RUNNERS

ALAMEEN’S PRINCESS (J Borrett) and ALL GEARD UP (P Michaelides) were slow to begin.

As the start was affected, PETE’S CHOICE (S Gates) jumped inwards resulting in TOM’S TOP (S Maskiell), ROLY KEN (D Keating A) and MR GLENFERRIE (E Chan A) being inconvenienced.  ROLY KEN (D Keating A) was inclined to over-race in the early stages.

PETE’S CHOICE (S Gates) was inclined to over-race in the early and middle stages.

At about the 800 metre mark, IMAGE CONSCIOUS (S Snell) which was racing keenly, switched across the heels of PETE’S CHOICE (S Gates) to take up a position wider on the track.  IMAGE CONSCIOUS raced ungenerously for some distance thereafter.

US INDIAN GIVERS (R Bradley) raced greenly throughout and at approximately the 700 metre mark, shifted outwards.  As a result MR GLENFERRIE (E Chan A), was placed awkwardly on the heels of runners for a number of strides.  TARN HOPE (D Pires) and ROLY KEN (D Keating A) who were following, had to be restrained.

At approximately the 200 metre mark, ROLY KEN was reluctant to take a run between MR GLENFERRIE (E Chan A) and US INDIAN GIVERS (R Bradley) and as a result had to be eased slightly.

ALL GEARD UP (P Michaelides) was inclined to lay in over the concluding stages.

In the run to the finish, IMAGE CONSCIOUS (S Snell) shifted wider on the track under pressure.

Jockey S Snell (IMAGE CONSCIOUS) reported at scale that his mount was inclined to lay out from approximately the 600 metre mark onwards.

RACE 3 - ROADWAYS 3-Y-O MAIDEN PLATE - DIVISION 2  3-Y-O & UPWARDS - SET WEIGHTS - 1200 METRES -  10 RUNNERS

Jockey Leah Goodrick was fined $50 under AR-175(k) for negligence in that she wore the wrong colours for her ride on JUST JONES in this event.

As the start was affected MISTERO (B McCoull) jumped out and made contact with SUPER BREW (S Maskiell).

ANNMAIN (C Burt) was slow away at the start.

ALSANDREA (S Snell) had a tendency to lay in under pressure over the concluding stages.

On returning to scale, Jockey D Pires (RAMASQUE) reported that his mount hung in on a number of occasions during the running of the event.

Stewards questioned Jockey K Bandy about the apparent disappointing performance of the favourite LITTLELIONHART.  Jockey Bandy reported that whilst he was content to take a sit due to the early pace, the filly was inclined to lay out and in his opinion the filly felt flat when compared to her last two starts and therefore, he was disappointed with today’s effort.   Stewards noted his comments.

Post-race veterinary inspections of SUPER BREW (Trainer Charlie Goggin)  and JUST JONES (Trainer Charlie Goggin) who both tailed the field at the finish, failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race NATIVE PLUME (Trainer Rebecca Bovell).

RACE 4 - GRANADA CLUBS & HOTELS 2-Y-O HANDICAP 1000 METRES  -  11 RUNNERS

Trainer R Carr was charged $55.00 for the use of the Club’s colours on FUN ALLY and GRAND MOON DANZING.

The start of this race was delayed approximately one to two minutes due to a number of horses proving difficult to load due to the blustery weather conditions.

LADETO (C Burt) and GRAND MOON DANZING (R Bradley) were slow away.

ORPEN TIME (T Atkin) was slow to muster early speed.

As the start was affected. FUN ALLY (D Keating A) jumped inwards and contacted with ORPEN TIME (T Atkin).  At the same time LADETO (C Burt) jumped outwards and contacted with STUYVESANT (S Gates) who in turn bumped with GRAND MOON DANZING (R Bradley) shortly after.

At approximately the 800 metre mark, FUN ALLY (D Keating A) shifted out abruptly and inconvenienced POP THE BALLOON (S Maskiell) for a number of strides.

Approaching the 600 metre mark, FUN ALLY (D Keating A) shifted ground inwards and as a result, tightened POP THE BALLOON (S Maskiell) in onto STUYVESANT (S Gates) which resulted in Jockey Gates having to restrain his mount for a number of strides.  Stewards spoke with Apprentice Keating and showed him the film of this incident and advised him that he is to take far greater care when shifting ground in the future and conceded that the manners of his mount were a contributing factor.

The announcement of correct weight was delayed as Jockey S Maskiell, the rider of the second placegetter (POP THE BALLOON) wished to view the official video patrol film.  After viewing the film, Jockey Maskiell advised that he wished to lodge a protest against          FUN ALLY (D Keating A) being declared the winner on the grounds of alleged interference over the concluding stages.  After considering evidence from all the parties concerned and viewing the official Stewards’ patrol films and acting on their own observations, the protest was dismissed.  Stewards were of the opinion that the material extent of the interference suffered did not exceed the margin at the end of the race and the Stewards ordered the Judge’s placings to stand and correct weight was declared.  It was established that approaching the 250 metre mark, FUN ALLY shifted ground outwards abruptly and at the same time POP THE BALLOON which was inclined to lay in at the time, switched across the heels of that filly to take a run closer to the rail.   Stewards established that the interference in the home straight was minimal and as a reuslt of he racing manners of FUN ALLY and to a lesser degree POP THE BALLOON.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race FUN ALLY (Trainer Royston Carr).

RACE 5 - COLLEX MAIDEN / CLASS 1 PLATE SET WEIGHTS - 2100 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

Jockey Michaelides (MR BEE) lost his off-side iron at the start and was placed at a severe disadvantage in the early stages of the race.

MATANE (T Atkin) raced ungenerously in the early and middle stages of the race. 

DEVON’S SPIRIT (D Keating A) pulled hard in the early stages of the race. 

ME OLD MUKKA (D Pires) raced very wide in the home straight.

DEVON’S SPIRIT (D Keating A) was inclined to lay in over the concluding stages.

In the presence of his master Trainer T Roles, Apprentice David Keating, the rider of DEVON’S SPIRIT was found guilty of a charge of careless riding under AR-137(a), the terms of the charge being that whilst riding DEVON’S SPIRIT at approximately the 550 metre mark, he elected to shift ground outwards to obtain a run and in doing so tightened NORMAN FLYER (R Bradley) who had MATANE (T Atkin) on her outside.  As a result of this movement, Jockey R Bradley had to check her mount and made solid contact with MATANE, unbalancing that mare for some distance.  In coming to a penalty, Stewards took into account that Apprentice Keating has a relatively clean record. Notwithstanding this fact, Apprentice Keating was suspended from riding in races for a period to commence midnight 30/11/2003 and to expire midnight 07/12/2003.   This period reflects the equivalent of two race meetings in Tasmania.  Apprentice Keating has the right of appeal.

RACE 6 - TWENTIETH CENTURY PLUMBING CLASS 2 HANDICAP 1200 METRES -  8 RUNNERS

MESTINOS (S Gates) was fractious in the barriers.

CONFABULATOR (D Pires) was slow to muster early speed.

Upon jumping, ANDRE THE GIANT (B McCoull) bumped with BAFFERT (K Bandy).

Shortly after the start, MESTINOS (S Gates) got its head up in the air whilst being restrained by its rider.

Stewards inquired  into the manner with which PERSONAL PEAK was ridden in today’s race by Jockey S Maskiell.  After interviewing Trainer C N Goggin and rider, Jockey S Maskiell and viewing the betting sheets, Stewards adjourned the inquiry to a date to be fixed.

A post-race veterinary inspection of PERSONAL PEAK failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

On returning to scale, EMPEROR NAPOLEON (J Borrett) was found to have blood in its off-side nostril and underwent a veterinary inspection. This initial inspection was followed up some period later with a second inspection and as there was no blood evident in the near side nostril, in accordance with AR-53, EMPEROR NAPOLEON was not deemed to be a bleeder.  When questioned, rider Jockey J Borrett said in her opinion, she believed this gelding did not strike its head in the barriers structure at any stage.

RACE 7 - CITY OF GLENORCHY WEIGHT FOR AGE – NO CLAIMS 1400 METRES  -   11 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed approximately two minutes due to a delay in Race 6 at Swan Hill.

As the start was affected WEST WITH PRIDE (D Pires) jumped in, contacting heavily with  DEFRAUD (S Snell) who was checked as a result.

WEST WILL QUEST (K Bandy) was inclined to pull in the early and middle stages resulting in Jockey Bandy having to restrain the gelding on a number of occasions.

RACE 8 - SMORGON STEEL REINFORCING CLASS 6 HANDICAP 1600 METRES -  12 RUNNERS

Apprentice Jockey Michelle Allen (ALVA) was reprimanded under AR-120(b) for accepting a ride for which she was subsequently found to be overweight. 

Apprentice Keating was found guilty and fined $50 under LR-19(h)(iii) as he was unable to claim any portion of his allowance on CORINDHAP (Trainer Max Wood).  At the request of Trainer Max Wood, Stewards allowed Apprentice Keating to ride this gelding at its allotted weight.  A public announcement to this effect was made prior to the start of the race.

The start of the event was delayed approximately two minutes due to Race 7 at Swan Hill being late.

As Jockey C Burt (HEARTLESS) received a heavy blow to the face from her horse during the running of this race she was examined by the on-course ambulance officers who subsequently stood her down from her remaining riding engagement.  Stewards advised Jockey Burt that she is to present a medical certificate declaring her fit to ride before she resumes riding in track work, trials or races.

A swab sample was taken from the second placegetter ALVA (Trainer P E Jones).

RACE 9 -INDEPENDENT ROOFING SERVICE TASMANIA: CLASS 6 HANDICAP - 1100 METRES  -   12 RUNNERS

The Club’s veterinary surgeon inspected LIGHT RANK (K Bandy) behind the barriers before the start of the race after the gelding was kicked.  LIGHT RANK was subsequently passed fit to take its place with the field.  A public announcement was made to this effect.

As the start was affected, CHARLIE RAAMI (S McFerran) was tightened for room when ZEQUEST (S Maskiell) jumped in and SPIT THE PIP (L Goodrick) jumped outwards.   CHARLIE RAAMI lost ground in consequence.

At about the 200 metre mark, KELLEN (B McCoull) shifted ground inwards under pressure and made contact with ZEQUEST (S Maskiell).  Shortly after this incident, KELLEN then elected to shift ground out over the heels of EAST WEST (T Atkin) to improve.

ZEQUEST (S Maskiell) had a tendency to lay in throughout the event and as a result Jockey S Maskiell was unable to ride the mare out in his usual manner over the concluding stages.

KELLEN (B McCoull) was inclined to lay in over the concluding stages, resulting in Jockey McCoull being unable to ride the gelding out in his usual manner.

GENERAL

Random urine samples were taken from Jockeys Phil Michaelides and Ruth Bradley during today’s racing programme.

Trainer Mr Graeme McCulloch advised Stewards that Trainer Mr Terry Roles will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his runners at today’s race meeting.

Trainer Larry Dalco advised Stewards that Trainer A Stubbs will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his runner, CHARLIE RAAMI, at today’s race meeting.

Launceston (Tas)

Sunday, 09 November 2003 00:00

TRACK:   GOOD
WEATHER:   FINE
RAIL: TRUE POSITION ENTIRE CIRCUIT

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
4	MATANE		W Stacey (a)	Rider not declared

RACE 1 – EXAMINER MONEY EXPO NOVEMBER 22 MAIDEN PLATE (1) – 1200 METRES - 12 RUNNERS

As the start was effected SOVEREIGN CLAUSE (J Nevin (a)) jumped inwards sharply as a result contacted with SOVERVILLE STAR (S Hamer (a)) resulting in that gelding being inconvenienced, similtaniously TAKLA MAKAN (D Keating (a)) began awkwardly and was reluctant to stretch out in the early stages and raced greenly for some distance thereafter.

STARRED (T Atkin) overraced at approximately the 900 metre mark and approaching the crossing at the 800 metre mark blundered.

SOMERVILLE STAR (S Hamer (a)) overraced in the middle stages.

Approaching the home turn CLANCY’S CROSSING had to be momentarily eased by its rider when GALVANIZED (S Maskiell) switched to the outside of OUTRIGGER (B McCoull) to obtain a clear run and in shifting wider on the track bumped with MORSONIQUE (J Borrett) who in turn bumped with CLASS EDITION (C Kingston).   GALVANIZED (S Maskiell) then made the home turn awkwardly.    SOMERVILLE STAR (S Hamer (a)) shifted ground outwards when under pressure in the home straight.  When questioned, Apprentice Hamer stated the gelding hung outwards.  Apprentice Hamer was shown the video and advised that he must ensure his mounts maintain a straight course in future. 

Stewards questioned Jockey C Kingston (CLASS EDITION) who informed Stewards that the horse was unable to obtain a trail into the race and advised that after receiving a bump on the home turn failed to run on over the concluding stages.

Stewards questioned Trainer Helen Paterson and Jockey B McCoull about the apparent improved performance of OUTRIGGER in today’s race.  Jockey McCoull stated that at his only start OUTRIGGER was slow to begin and the gelding met with interference in the early stages and raced greenly.  A barrier trial earlier in the week had improved this horses tractability along with beginning smartly today.  Miss Patterson concurred with this explanation.  Stewards noted their comments.

A post race Veterinary examination of SOMERVILLE STAR failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

RACE 2 – THE EXAMINER PROPERTY GUIDE MAIDEN PLATE (2) – 1200 METRES - 13 RUNNERS

Jockey L Goodrick reported at scale that her mount METSOLA laid out from approximately the 900 metre mark.

Apprentice D Keating reported at scale his mount ESTATE KING laid in throughout.

 

ALICALO (W Stacey (a)) was slow into stride.

 

Approaching the home turn ESTATE KING (D Keating (a)) which had laid inwards throughout shifted ground inwards and in doing so tightened STARBIZ (S Maskiell) who in turn tightened PRINCE RAFTER (J Nevin (a)) resulting in that gelding having to be eased for a number of strides.

 

RACE 3 – THE EXAMINER AUTO GUIDE THREE-YEARS-OLD CLASS 6 HANDICAP – 1100 METRES - 6 RUNNERS

After the running of this event Jockey S Maskiell, the rider of second placegetter INVERMAY GIRL wished to view the official photo finish.  After doing so Jockey Maskiell agreed with the Judge’s decision and correct weight was declared.

 

ELLIPSE (J Borrett) was inclined to lay in on a number of occations throughout.

 

BRAINPOWER (D Keating (a)) was inclined to lay in over the concluding stages.

A swab sample was taken from CENTERTAIN (Trainer C Goggin) winner of the race.

RACE 4 – THE SUNDAY EXAMINER CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1400 METRES – 14 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed 2 minutes when JAMAICAN MONEY (L Goodrick) proved difficult to load into the barriers. Trainer M Trinder was advised that JAMAICAN MONEY has been stood down from racing until such time as a satisfactory official barrier trial has been performed.

FLYING DIVA (C Kingston) stood flat footed at the start loosing 5 lengths.

MATANE (W Stacey (a)) was verly slow to begin.

BRAGANZA (T Atkin) was inclined to pull hard in the early stages.

The saddle on MONEYMAN (M Hart (a)) slipped sideways at approximately the 900 metre mark placing Apprentice Hart at a major disadvantage for the remainder of the event.   Stewards advised Stable Foreman Arthur Quarrell who saddled this gelding, that he is to take far greater care when saddling up in future.

ROYAL ASSAULT (S Maskiell) hung in under pressure in the home straight and as a result was accidently struck over the head by the whip of S Gates (TERRI OR ROSE) which was racing to its inside.

RACE 5 – WEEDING HIRE CLASS 4 HANDICAP 1200 METRES – 12 RUNNERS

MADE DOWN UNDER (S Hamer (a)) raced ungenerously in the early stages.

MIDNIGHT BREW (D Pires) was a fraction slow into stride.

SHIMOUSE (K Bandy (a)) laid outwards rounding the home turn.

MIDNIGHT BREW (D Pires) was inclined to shift ground inwards over the concluding stages.

Jockey C Kingston was found guilty of a charge under AR 137 (b) in that whilst riding CHICAGO GOLD in this event he failed to ride this gelding out fully to the end of the race.  In arriving at penalty Stewards took into account Jockey Kingston’s poor recent record in relation to this matter having been fined at Elwick on 2^nd November 2003, and that CHICAGO GOLD was beaten narrowly out of third position, was subsequently fined the sum of $300.  Jockey Kingston was advised of his right of appeal.

A swab sample was taken from MIDNIGHT BREW (Trainer G Glover) winner of the race.

RACE 6 – THE EXAMINER DEBUTANTE PLATE – 800 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

After the event K Bandy (IMOLICITY) reported his mount blundered shortly after the start and then did not feel right in her action thereafter.  A post race Veterinary examination revealed a superficial small wound to the right hind inside hock.

HOT SHOT ALI (T Atkin), MIDAS GUISE (R Hanby) and MISS PROSPECTOR (L Goodrick) were all slow to begin.

GENERAL ZOOM (D Keating (a)) shifted ground outwards in the run to the finish.

RACE 7 – CARRICK PLATE OPEN HANDICAP – 1600 METRES - 11 RUNNERS

Trainer R Carr requested that prior to the running of this event PAPPA BEAR have its temperature taken as a number of horses in his stable have recently been suffering from a virus. PAPPA BEAR’s temperature was taken by the Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to take its place in the field. A public announcement was made to this effect

Rider T Atkin (DERE TO QUIT) reported that he got his whip caught in the mane of this gelding and was unable to use his whip over the concluding stages.

Apprentice W Stacey (NAUCHO), which travelled extremely wide, was shown the film and advised to ensure that he gives his mounts every possible chance to finish in the best possible position. However, in taking no further action, Stewards noted this gelding had laid outwards throughout the event and Apprentice Stacey was advised to ensure he used more initiative in future.

SUPER HENRY ((NZ)) (M Allen (a)) pulled hard in the early and middle stages.   The saddle on this gelding shifted forward at approximately the 700 metres mark placing Apprentice Allen at a disadvantage thereafter.

RACE 8 – EXCITE MAGAZINE CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 2100 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

Trainer V Poke was fined $50 under AR 59 A (d) for failing to produce the Document of Description for THE COLONEL.  Acting under the terms of AR 59 (b), Stewards permitted this horse to start in this event.

CORINDHAP (S Maskiell) laid in under pressure over the concluding stages.

MR. FRISKY STAR (M Allen (a)), which tired noticibly over the concluding stages underwent a post race Veterinary examination which revealed it to be lame in its left fore.  Trainer Poke was advised that a Veterinary certificate be produced prior to that gelding’s next race or trial start.

Stewards questioned Trainer C Crook and Jockey D Pires about the apparent improved performance of BADGER’S RETREAT.   Trainer C Crook stated in her opinion that this gelding had been above himself and therefore changed his feeding regime and also removed the cross over nose band which in her opinion resulted in a change of attitude in the gelding.  Jockey Pires was of the opinion the gelding raced with more enthusiasm today by comparision to two starts ago when this gelding was slow to begin and reluctant to race truly.

A swab sample was taken from BADGER’S RETREAT (Trainer C Crook) winner of the race.

RACE 9 – EXAMINER RACE GUIDE OPEN HANDICAP – 1100 METRES - 8 RUNNERS

After the running of this event Jockey D Pires, the rider of second placegetter DRAGILA wished to view the official photo finish.  After doing so Jockey Pires agreed with the Judge’s decision and correct weight was declared.

The start of this race was delayed 2 minutes owing to DRAGILLA (D Pires) proving difficult to load into the starting stalls.  Stewards questioned Trainer I Hay and Starter Robert Hutchins with regard to this mares manners, and Trainer I Hay was advised an official warning has been placed on this mares barrier loading manners.

SOME CHEER  (D Keating (a)) was a fraction slow to begin.

Shortly after the start DRAGILA (D Pires) and CHARDERE (K Bandy) bumped  for a number of strides.

VISCOUNT ALEXANDER (B McCoull) and STORM YACHT (T Atkin) brushed at approximately the 850 metre mark.

Rounding the home turn ZARINA BOY (R Hanby) had to be eased off the heels of STORM YACHT (T Atkin) when attempting a tight run to the inside of that gelding.

GENERAL

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.

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

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

Stewards inquired into an alleged incident in the saddling paddock prior to the running of race 1 on today’s programme and spoke to Barrier Attendant Owen Atkins and Trainer Bill Ryan advising both that at all times when present on a racecourse they must act in a professional manner.

Additional Report  - TASMANIAN TURF CLUB – 1^st November 2003

Trainer Ryan reported that following this racemeeting, CELTIC FLING had a swelling above its left eye and had blood coming from its left nostril.  Trainer Ryan reported to Stewards that he would be scoping the horse in the following days and Stewards were to be advised of the outcome.  Trainer Ryan was also advised that a Veterinary Certificate be produced prior to that gelding’s next race start.

Trainer C Crook advised Stewards that upon return to stables during the week, it was revealed that SKEET had swelling in his off fore knee and was found to be lame.   Trainer Crook was advised that a Veterinary certificate be produced prior to that gelding’s next race or trial start.

King Island (Tas)

Saturday, 29 November 2003 00:00

TRACK:   GOOD
WEATHER:   FINE

RACE 1 – J J KEYES MEMORIAL TWO-YEARS-OLD MAIDEN PLATE – 1000 METRES

 

Trainer C Barnett was issued with a warning in regard to the manners of MASTERCHARGE who proved difficult to load into the barriers. 

 

RACE 2 –SCOTT/DALE THREE-YEARS-OLD MAIDEN – 1200 METRES

 

MISS BARYSH (C Dean) proved difficult to load and threw herself down behind the barriers.  After a veterinary examination she was passed fit to run. Thereafter she continued to prove difficult to load delaying the start by approximately 4 minutes.  Stewards issued a warning to trainer N Schuuring regarding the racing manners of MISS BARYSH.

SUPER CONNIE (M Ball(a)) was slow to begin, and it was noted the blinkers had slipped out of place resulting in the filly racing ungenerously for some distance in the early part of the race.  Trainer P Chivers was spoken to in this regard. Stewards inspected the blinkers fitted to the horse and found nothing untoward.

MISS BARYSH (C Dean) raced greenly and hung out under pressure in the run to the finish line. 

 

RACE 3 – PLUTRONIC’S MAIDEN HANDICAP – 1000 METRES

 

Stewards gave permission for LADY BRACKS (R Muir) to race without blinkers acting on an assurance by Trainer Muir that he had lodged a stable return in this regard.

 

RACE 4 – RUSSELL’S BUTCHERY MAIDEN HANDICAP – 1400 METRES

 

BRUSHMAN (E Curran) was slow to begin.

RACE 5 – BAUDIN RESTAURANTS CLASS A HANDICAP – 1400 METRES

 

The start of this race was delayed initially due to the need to re-fuel the tractor used to tow the barriers.  There was a further delay when PARRAWEE (L Taylor) broke through the front of the barriers dislodging the rider and completing a circuit of the track.  Upon recapture PARRAWEE was declared fit to race by the clubs veterinary surgeon.   These circumstances resulted in the race being run approximately 25 minutes late.

PARRAWEE (L Taylor) shifted out under pressure in the home straight. Jockey L Taylor was advised to exercise care when his mounts begin to shift ground. 

RACE 6 – DEVONPORT SADDLERY OPEN TROPHY HANDICAP – 1000 METRES

 

This race was put back 20 minutes to 4.40 pm due to the earlier delays. A public announcement was made to this effect. 

Jockeys P Sarlo and E Curran were questioned about an incident near the 800 metre mark where it appeared BRILLIANT DESIRE (P Sarlo) may have been inconvenienced by TRAVEL POINT (E Curran) shifting away from the rail.  Upon inquiry it was established that TRAVEL POINT had shifted out at this point but had not resulted in any interference to P Sarlo’s mount. In the circumstances Stewards took no further action. 

RACE 7 – JIM ALEXANDER MEMORIAL CLASS B HANDICAP – 1400 METRES

This race was run at 5.10 pm not 4.55 pm due to the earlier delays.

RECHARGED (P McLean) tired noticeably over the concluding stages. Trainer K Simpson advised that he would be having the gelding checked by the vet during the week and he was advised to notify the stewards of the result.

GENERAL

A public announcement was made regarding the riders of MIDAS GUISE (E Curran), CHANGE THE JACK (S Brazil), BLUE LANI (M Tabone), SUNSTAR (M Tabone), EULO ROAD (M Tabone) and THE ADGIE (M Tabone). The rider details were not printed in the official race book.

Hobart (Tas)

Sunday, 19 October 2003 00:00

TRACK: GOOD	WEATHER: OVERCAST
RAIL: Rail Out 2 metres from 1100 - 500 metres : Remainder True – Inside Grass

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
4	MISS TIFFANY	S Snell	S Gates	Overweight
5	QUIRK	Emergency	J Borrett	Gained a Start
5	SQUANDERMANIA	Emergency	L Goodrick	Gained a Start
8	MILITIA	R Bradley*	T Wong A	Indisposed

* Stewards granted permission for Apprentice T Wong to replace Jockey R Bradley who suffered a fall in Race 5. Stewards will advise Jockey Bradley that she is to present a medical certificate declaring her fit to ride before she resumes riding in track work, trials or races.

RACE 1 - NIMBLEFOOT MAIDEN PLATE - 3-Y-O & UPWARDS - SET WEIGHTS - 1205 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

SAVILLE (S Snell) blundered at the start and AL SHEBA (J Borrett) was slow away. As a result both these horses tailed the field.

DREAM RACER (P Michaelides) and ICED (S Maskiell) raced wide on the turn rounding the 1100 metre mark.

ICED (S Maskiell) laid out rounding the home turn.

FLYING DIVA (S Gates) hung out throughout in the home straight.

When questioned about his riding on ICED over the concluding stages, Jockey S Maskiell stated that this gelding laid out from approximately the 500 metre mark onwards and thereafter in the home straight, he felt something amiss with this horse over the concluding stages. As a result, he did not persevere with his normal riding. It was also established that ICED shifted in away from DREAM RACER at about the 100 metre mark when this gelding shifted in. Stewards ordered a veterinary inspection of ICED and noted Jockey Maskiell’s explanation. The Club’s veterinary surgeon reported that a post‑race inspection revealed ICED to be lame in the off foreleg. Trainer Charlie Goggin was advised that a veterinary certificate must be tendered prior to the gelding’s next official barrier trial or race start.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race FLYING DIVA (Trainer Neil Richardson).

RACE 2 - THE QUACK CLASS 6 HANDICAP – 1920 METRES – 6 RUNNERS

The start of this race was delayed approximately two minutes due to a delay with the finish of the first race at Strathalbyn’s race meeting.

When questioned about CHEQUE BOOK BLITZ’s performance today, Jockey McCoull stated that this horse pulled very hard in the early stages and as a result the gelding was difficult to restrain and although it was his intention to race from a forward position, he had not intended to race as far forward as he had done. It was also his opinion that CHEQUE BOOK BLITZ would be better suited to shorter distances in future. Stewards noted his explanation.

A post-race veterinary inspection of SUPER HENRY (NZ) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

RACE 3 - MALUA CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1205 METRES – 9 RUNNERS

SHEEDS (S Snell) jumped awkwardly at the start and as a consequence lost its racing position.

MATSONATION (C Kingston) laid in throughout in the straight.

A post-race veterinary inspection of MATSONATION (Trainer P E Jones) revealed the gelding to be lame in the off hind leg. Trainer Jones was advised that a veterinary certificate of soundness is required before the gelding’s next official barrier trial or race start.

A post-race veterinary inspection of QUEST FOR GOLD (Trainer Ken Dixon) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

RACE 4 - SHEET ANCHOR CLASS 4 HANDICAP – DIVISION 1 - 1550 METRES - 8 RUNNERS

The Club’s veterinary surgeon inspected MISS TIFFANY (Trainer Catherine Jordan) prior to the start and passed the mare fit to take its place with the field.

Stewards granted permission for Jockey S Gates to replace Jockey S Snell on MISS TIFFANY when Jockey Snell was found to be overweight. At a subsequent inquiry Jockey S Snell pleaded guilty to a charge under AR-120(b) in that he accepted the ride on MISS TIFFANY for which he was subsequently found to be overweight. Jockey Snell was fined $100. Stewards also found Jockey S Snell guilty of a charge under AR‑175(a) in that he acted in an improper manner after originally weighing out for this event (MISS TIFFANY) he removed his saddle from the weighing room area and took it into the Jockeys’ Room and then returned to the weighing room area, and after being requested to weigh out a second time, he weighed out in excess of the weight at which he weighed out originally. Jockey Snell was subsequently fined the sum of $300 for this breach.

MISS TIFFANY (S Gates) jumped awkwardly and lost one to two lengths at the start.

A post-race veterinary inspection of FLY GEORGIE (Trainer Miss Jenny James) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

Stewards spoke with Trainer Miss Jenny James and her stable employee, Mr K Clemens in relation to their attitude towards the Club’s veterinary surgeon when she requested to inspect FLY GEORGIE following the running of this race.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race LATEST TOY (Trainer Dianne Ray-Luttrell).

RACE 5 - DARRIWELL 3-Y-O MAIDEN PLATE – SET WEIGHTS - 1080 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

ANNMAIN (C Burt) blundered at the start.

As the start was affected, PHYLLIS MAY (S Maskiell) jumped outwards, making contact with SQUANDERMANIA (L Goodrick) who was then carried out and made contact with GOOD GOD (D Keating A).

SIZAIRE (R Bradley) shifted in slightly shortly after the start and as a result RADAR ROCKET (S Snell) became crowded for galloping room and had to be steadied by its rider.

Racing to the 900 metres, IGOLIDE (P Michaelides) commenced to race fiercely and had to be steadied off the heels of TARN HOPE (D Pires).

Approaching the 700 metre mark RADAR ROCKET (S Snell) was crowded for racing room when attempting a run to the inside of MISTERO (B McCoull) who rolled in marginally.

Approaching the 500 metre mark, SIZAIRE (R Bradley) appeared to slip behind. As a result Jockey Bradley became unbalanced and was subsequently dislodged from the colt. As a result of the fallen rider, RADAR ROCKET (S Snell) and ANNMAIN (C Burt) had to take evasive action to avoid Jockey Bradley. Jockey Bradley was transported to hospital for observation. After viewing the fall on the official patrol video, Stewards confiscated Jockey Bradley’s skull cap (serial number A 244038).

Subsequent to the running of the event, Stewards inspected the track in the vicinity of where SIZAIRE appeared to slip and found nothing untoward with the track. Stewards intend to question Jockey Bradley when she is available.

A post-race veterinary inspection of SIZAIRE (Trainer Royston Carr) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A post-race veterinary inspection of IGOLIDE (Trainer Chris Crook) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

RACE 6 - METRO TASMANIA HANDICAP - 1550 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

MOCCA (S Snell) was slow away at the start.

MOCCA (S Snell) was held up for a clear run over the concluding stages, to the inside of CREIGHTON (NZ) (S Maskiell) and behind IRISH REACTION (T Atkin) and as a result had to switch out over this horse’s heels to obtain clear running.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race CREIGHTON (NZ) (Trainer Neil Richardson).

RACE 7 - PIPING LANE CLASS 4 HANDICAP – DIVISION 2 - 1550 METRES - 7 RUNNERS

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race A THOUSAND REASONS (Trainer Michael Trinder).

RACE 8 - RAY TRINDER CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1080 METRES - 11 RUNNERS

Stewards opened an inquiry into the reasons why DAYBREAK DAWN (T Atkin) appeared to clip heels, resulting in Jockey Atkin becoming unbalanced and DAYBREAK DAWN being retired from the race. After hearing evidence from the following riders: Apprentice T Wong – accompanied by his Master Mr Leon Wells (MILITIA), Jockey S Gates (BORN A QUEEN), Jockey L Goodrick (INVERMAY GIRL) and Jockey S Maskiell (MANCHA), it was established that nearing the 600 metre mark MILITIA (T Wong A) who was racing to the inside of MANCHA (S Maskiell) rolled out slightly when Apprentice Wong attempted to obtain racing room to the outside of MANCHA (S Maskiell). As a result BORN A QUEEN (S Gates) who was racing to the outside of MILITIA, was taken out which resulted in DAYBREAK DAWN (T Atkin) becoming crowded for galloping room between BORN A QUEEN and INVERMAY GIRL. Thereafter it appeared to clip the heels of BORN A QUEEN, blundered and was pulled up by its rider and retired from the event. INVERMAY GIRL (L Goodrick) was also inconvenienced when taking evasive action. In the circumstances, Stewards took no direct action against Apprentice Wong, as they did not believe that his actions were careless. However, he was advised to ensure that he takes more care when shifting ground in future. A post-race veterinary examination of DAYBREAK DAWN revealed that the gelding had sustained a fracture of the off-fore pastern and DAYBREAK DAWN was subsequently euthanased.

GENERAL

Trainer Mr Terry Roles advised Stewards that Trainer Mr Vern Poke will be acting as Master for both his apprentices, David Keating and Rebecca Hanby, at today’s race meeting.

Trainer Mr John Blacker advised Stewards that Trainer Mr Troy Blacker will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his runners at today’s race meeting.

Stewards received a medical certificate from Jockey P Michaelides, declaring him fit for race riding, effective 19 October 2003.