Warrnambool (Vic)
- Sunday, 11 August 2002 00:00
Weather: Showery
Rail:Out 3 metres to 800 then 5 metres to 300 then 3 metres w/post.
Riding Changes:
Race - Horse - Rider - Replaced By - Reason
1 - WANGOOM WONDER - J. Hateley - S. Ryan - Delayed en route
3 - BONHOMME DE NEIGE - C. Maher - S.Ryan - See report
7 - LOCHI - B. Rawiller* - P. Saunders - Over-weight
8 - KINGSTON BEAUTY - B. Payne** - W. Nolan - Became indisposed
*Stewards accepted the explanation for B. Rawiller being over-weight.
**B. Payne must produce a medical certificate before racing again.
Race 1 - HYLAND SPORTSWEAR AUSTRALIA VS IRELAND HURDLE - 2950 METRES.
The start of the race was delayed to enable repairs to be done to a wing on a hurdle near the winning post which had blown down on two occasions.
J. Mansell rider of DASHING PRINCE explained to the Stewards that he eased the gelding out of the event rounding the home turn as DASHING PRINCE was not handling today's heavy track conditions and was performing poorly.
Approaching the 1100 metres ETOILE POLAIR was hampered when tightened for room by JET EXPRESS (NZ) which was taken in by WANGOOM WONDER which shifted in.
Rounding the home turn WESTROCK PRINCE had to be eased off the heels of JET EXPRESS (NZ) which shifted in slightly.
Race 2 - TRISTRAM KILDARE FILLIES AND MARES MAIDEN PLATE - 1000 METRES
On jumping away HELLOVA CENTURY began awkwardly, shifted in and tightened ON THE PODIUM onto DECLINE resulting in that mare losing ground.
Near the 500 metres ON THE PODIUM became unbalanced when tightened for room between ADELPHI BAY and MISS SHEEDY which shifted out slightly. Shortly after this incident ON THE PODIUM had to be eased over the heels of ADELPHI BAY when taken out slightly by MISS SHEEDY.
Race 3 - HYLAND SPORTSWEAR AUSTRALIA VS IRELAND STEEPLECHASE - 3450 METRES
As C. Maher did not wish to fulfil his riding obligation on BONHOMME DE NEIGE an allocated ride for the Australia vs Ireland jumping series Stewards permitted S. Ryan to ride the gelding.
QUEENLIKE (NZ) dislodged its rider J. Mansell in the mounting yard and became loose before being captured in the bird cage. QUEENLIKE (NZ) was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to run.
After jumping the second fence at the Tozer Road double GAME OF CHANCE lost its footing shortly after landing and fell.
During the running of the event GAME OF CHANCE lost an off hind plate.
Subsequent to the event the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported RULING LORD was lame in the off hind leg and near fore leg. Mr. M. DeCampo Trainer of the gelding was notified that he must produce a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness prior to racing again.
Race 4 - BERINGER BLASS CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1000 METRES
After being placed in its starting stall ARBORLOCH became restless and struck its head on the starting gates. Acting on veterinary advice that ARBORLOCH was unfit to run Stewards withdrew the gelding from the event at 1.41 p.m. Subsequently Stewards announced all monies bet for a win and/or place and concession betting on ARBORLOCH to be refunded. All successful bets on horses prior to time of withdrawal of ARBORLOCH are subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket. WIN BETS; 2c. PLACE BETS; 3c. WINNING CONCESSION BETS; 2c. DOUBLES BETS; 2c. All monies bet after the Stewards declaration of withdrawal to be paid at face value of ticket.
Mr. K. Davis Trainer of ARBORLOCH was notified that a warning was being placed on the gelding for his poor barrier behaviour today and should ARBORLOCH perform in a similar manner in future it may be suspended from racing for a period. Mr. Davis was further notified that he must be in receipt of a current Barrier Certificate for the gelding prior to starting again.
M. Pumpa rider of PAGAN GOLD stated that the gelding began awkwardly and shifted in abruptly towards the running rail and lost ground. Pumpa further stated that the gelding continued to hang in for the remainder of the race and also may not have been suited to today's heavy track. Subsequent to the event a veterinary examination of the gelding revealed the gelding was lame in the off fore leg. Mr. Ken Elford Trainer of PAGAN GOLD was notified that he must produce a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness for the gelding prior to it starting again.
Approaching the 700 metres RINGCRAFT (N. Beriman) shifted in and bumped ATHESE GOLD (NZ) on the hind quarters unbalancing that gelding. N. Beriman was reprimanded and notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.
Shortly after this N. Beriman rider of RINGCRAFT accidentally lost the use of her off side rein.
On the latter part of the home turn RINGCRAFT and DIDJANO (NZ) brushed due to both horses shifting ground slightly.
Race 5 - CARLTON DRAUGHT OPEN HANDICAP - 1200 METRES
Near the 1100 metres CONSIDEMUS had to be eased off the heels of CHECA which shifted in.
Race 6 - BOOK CITY CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1700 METRES
After passing the 200 metres IDOL OF DEMUS had some difficulty in obtaining a clear run between CHANNON GROVE (NZ) and BONNIE KISS which both shifted ground slightly.
C. Quilty rider of IDOL OF DEMUS (5th place getter) was notified that he must, when possible, ride his mounts out hands and heels to the best of his ability to the end of the race.
Race 7 - ROBYN MACEY'S PANMURE HOTEL CLASS 4 HANDICAP - 2200 METRES
Near the 800 metres MY DECISION (NZ) and SPEC OF SILVER (NZ) came together due to both horses shifting ground.
Race 8 - SCOTTS RETRAVISION CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1400 METRES
At the entrance to the straight EUREKA UPRISING and HEART RENDING were both hampered when COMPENDIUM shifted out slightly to obtain a clear run.
SWAB SAMPLES:
Race 1 - ETOILE POLAIR - Winner
Race 2 - SILK RUN - Random
Race 6 - AMALTHEA - Random - Winner
Race 8- ALBERTA ROSE - Winner
The following horses were pre-race blood tested for post race analyst;
Race 6 - STARENSKY (NZ), AMALTHEA and BEACH DAY
Race 7 - LOCHI, BONOVAL and SPEC OF SILVER (NZ)
SUMMARY
HORSE ACTIONS:
Race 3- RULING LORD
to produce a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness before racing again.
Race 4 - ARBORLOCH to produce a Barrier Certificate before racing again.
Race 4 - PAGAN GOLD to produce a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness before racing again.
Casterton (Vic)
- Sunday, 11 August 2002 00:00
WEATHER: OVERCAST
RAIL: TRUE
Riding Changes:
Race - Horse - Rider - Replaced By - Reason
2 - COMEDIE FRANCAISE (NZ) - M. Neilson - C. Robertson* - Dual engagement
4 - JUMBO - C. Maher - S. Ryan - Failed to fulfil his
engagement
6 - BACONER'S SISTER - R. Aitken** - D. Missen - Indisposed
8 - WESTROCK JET - D. O'Heare - N. Wilson - Became indisposed
*No other apprentice available.
** A medical certificate required before riding again.
Race 1 - CASTERTON IGA EVERYDAY SUPER VOBIS THREE-YEARS-OLD MAIDEN PLATE - 1000 METRES.
Throughout the race ALOHA SKIES, BUBBLE UP and EXOTIC BAY raced greenly.
Race 2 - CASTERTON RACECLUB PRESIDENTS MAIDEN PLATE -1200 METRES.
In the early part of the straight BON TRUCE shifted in towards the running rail and then became unbalanced. Shortly after this BELLARIA shifted out over the heels of COMEDIE FRANCAISE (NZ) and then had to be checked off that mares heels. Over the last 100 metres both BELLARIA and COMEDIE FRANCAISE (NZ) were disappointed for a clear run.
Race 3 - PORT MACDONNELL WOOLWASH CARAVAN PARK MAIDEN PLATE - 1800 METRES.
From the 800 metres to the 600 metres WIRINGI was held up behind LADY ACE which was weakening.Rounding the home turn WIRINGI was held up for a short distance.
D. O'Heare rider of POSITIVE STREET, which was eased down over the last 200 metres, explained to the Stewards that in his opinion the gelding did not stretch out during the race. Subsequent to the race the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported no apparent abnormalities with POSITIVE STREET.
Race 4 - W.C. MILLER MEMORIAL STEEPLECHASE - 3800 METRES.
An inquiry was adjourned into the reason for C. Maher failing to fulfil his engagement on JUMBO.
After jumping the second last fence EL TAJ shifted out and lost some ground.
Race 5 - WESFARMERS LANDMARK CLASS 4 HANDICAP - 1800 METRES.
N. Wilson rider of GOLDEN WHIRL which performed below expectations stated to the Stewards that he could offer no explanation for the gelding's disappointing performance today. Subsequent to the event the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that GOLDEN WHIRL was showing signs of distress.
Race 6 - GLENELG INN CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1100 METRES.
On arrival at the course SPIRITUAL MISS was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon who ruled the mare unfit to run. Acting on this Stewards withdrew SPIRITUAL MISS at 2.13 p.m.
ROVRAIS was slow to begin.
On jumping away EUROSYMBOL shifted out and hampered FELICITER.
Race 7 - THE TACKROOM CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1400 METRES.
Acting on a report from the Starter regarding the unruly behaviour of GRAY O'TOOLE whilst being loaded into the barrier Stewards interviewed Mrs. M. Elliott-Murphy Owner/Trainer of the mare and notified her that an official warning would be placed against GRAY O'TOOLE regarding its behaviour today. Mrs. Elliott-Murphy was further notified that prior to GRAY O'TOOLE starting again she must be in receipt of a Barrier Certificate for the mare.As a result of this incident the start of the race was delayed.
Near the 1200 meters THUNDER LORD shifted out and took BAYZAM out onto VERY QUIET which in turn shifted out and hampered GRAY O'TOOLE.
Race 8 - COLERAINE CASTERTON ELECTRICS CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 2000 METRES.
Near the 1800 meters RED DALOO was inconvenienced when tightened for room by GOSPEL ROAD which shifted out slightly and BONNIE WEE CHARLIE which was taken in slightly by
WESTROCK JET.
Shortly after this GOSPEL ROAD was inconvenienced when tightened for room between WESTROCK JET which continued to shift in slightly and MARIZZIQUE which shifted out slightly.
SWAB SAMPLES:
Race 2 - MISS MASTER KEY - Winner Race 4 - JUMBO - Winner Race 5 - EL KAPALDO - Winner Race 6 - BACONER'S SISTER - Random - fifth place getter - Race 7- AARBERG - Second place getter
SUMMARY
FINES
Race 7 - Mr. M. O'Leary Trainer of VERY QUIET was fined the sum of $50-00 for the late notification of M. Neilson as the rider of the mare.
SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS:
Race 2 - M. Neilson was severely reprimanded for having
accepted two rides in the one race.
Race 4 - J. Julian rider of DELETE ME NOT (5th place getter) was severely reprimanded for
failing to weigh in.
HORSE ACTIONS:
Race 7- Gray O'Toole warned barrier behaviour produce
barrier
certificate prior to next run.
Bendigo (Vic)
- Friday, 09 August 2002 00:00
Weather: Fine
Rail: Out 6 metres entire circuit
Riding Changes:
Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
4 | Real Slew | F. Alesci | D. Taggart | Misunderstanding |
9 | Monde Trist | J. Patton | D. Smith | Became Indisposed |
Race 1 - Tooheys New F & M Maiden Plate - 1300 metres:
Suavette was slow to begin. On jumping away Paris Plaits shifted out and hampered Our Mukaddamah and Midnight Nova.
Approaching the 1000 metres Jog N Style, Theresa and Our Mukaddamah were all hampered when tightened for room by Buonna Notte (M. Pumpa), which shifted in. The interference was then aggravated due to Buonna Notte having to ease and shift in to avoid the heels of Nelidova, which had also shifted in. When being tightened Our Mukaddamah then had to be checked to avoid the heels of Buonna Notte. M. Pumpa was notified that he must do his utmost to protect his fellow riders when in similar circumstances in future. Shortly after this incident Our Mukaddamah had to be eased to avoid the heels of Midnight Nova, which shifted in slightly. Marbled Lady, which was following Our Mukassamah, was hampered in consequence.
Race 2 - Kelvin Lady Members C G & E Maiden Plate - 1300 metres:
Near the 900 metres Ah Geo had to be eased to avoid the heels of Kabuki, which shifted in slightly. As a result Meckiff (NZ), which was following, had to then ease off the heels of Ah Geo.
On the home turn Live Theatre was held up for a short distance when unable to obtain a clear run.
Passing the 200 metres Cyclonic Bay was disappointed for a run between Meckiff (NZ) and My Advice.
Race 3 - Northern Exposure SV 3YO Maiden Plate (1) - 1100 metres:
On jumping away New Brew was hampered when tightened for room between Lord Danzero and La Beau Lady, which jumped away awkwardly and shifted in. Also on jumping away Our Dream Running was hampered when tightened for room between West Bound, which jumped away awkwardly and shifted out, and Dodger, which shifted in.
Approaching the 800 metres La Beau Lady had to be checked when tightened for room between New Brew, which initially shifted out, and Our Dream Running (N. Rawiller), which shifted in away from Classical Note. N. Rawiller was notified that he must do his utmost to protect his fellow riders in future.
Near the 100 metres Regal Roller, which had a tendency to lay in, shifted in and bumped Dodger.
Race 4 - Cara Dignum SV 3YO Maiden Plate (2) - 1100 metres:
At the entrance to the straight Douglas (C. Newitt) shifted out to attempt a run between Polonius and Kentucky Gift , where there was insufficient room and as a result brushed Polonius. The interference was then aggravated due to Kentucky Gift shifting out slightly. C. Newitt was notified to ensure that he has sufficient room when attempting runs in future.
Passing the 200 metres Kentucky Gift shifted out away from Captain Sinbad and brushed Real Slew, which resulted in Real Slew becoming unbalanced.
J Patton rider of Kentucky Gift, which had performed below expectations stated to the stewards that the gelding did not appreciate being ridden hard to be on the pace and as a result he never travelled well. J Patton added that Kentucky Gift hung in when put under pressure in the straight.
Race 5 - Pacific Communications Class 1 Handicap - 1000 metres:
Shortly after the start Artistic Gem was hampered when tightened for room between Trust 'N' Betrayal and Postie's Squeeze, which shifted out.
Near the 300 metres Super Simon had to be eased when tightened for room between Sensible Mind (GB) and Postie's Squeeze, due to both horses shifting ground slightly.
Near the 50 metres Super Simon shifted in towards Postie's Squeeze and as a result was accidentally struck over the head by the whip of B. Johns rider of Postie's Squeeze.
Stewards questioned Mrs. R. Smith trainer of Masta Mookta, winner of the race, for an explanation as to its improved performance today in comparison to its previous starts. Mrs. Smith explained that the gelding recently suffered from a virus and also had previously undergone a knee operation and for this reason was unable to work Masta Mookta as she would have liked, however after three races this preparation, the gelding's fitness did improve.
Race 6 - The Kelvin Club Cup - 1300 metres:
Subsequent to the race the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that Evocative had suffered a wound to its near fore leg.
Near the 800 metres L'Avenir was tightened for room between Mighty Way and Vincent (J. Patton), which shifted in. J. Patton was reprimanded and notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.
Race 7 - Pacific Communications Class 3 Handicap - 3000 metres:
Approaching the 1400 metres Howdyano shifted in and brushed the running rail and became unbalanced.
Race 8 - Jezabel Design Class 2 Handicap - 1400 metres:
King Pasha jumped away awkwardly.
Race 9 -Allgem Jewellers Class 1 Handicap - 1600 metres:
To Be Sure was slow to begin.
On jumping away Star Flight shifted in and brushed Daniel's Song (NZ) and as a result Daniel's Song (NZ) knuckled.
Shortly after the start Capadan (NZ) clipped the heels of Super Spur, which shifted out and knuckled.
In the early stages of the race My Zena over-raced.
In the middle stages of the race Capadan (NZ) hung out.
On the home turn My Zena was eased when tightened for room between Daniel's Song (NZ) and Merlin's Magic, due to both horses shifting ground slightly.
Approaching the 200 metres Capadan (NZ) shifted in and inconvenienced Striking Luck, which was weakening.
SWAB SAMPLES:
Swab samples were taken from the following winners - Paris Plaits (Race 1), Dodger (Race 3), Masta Mookta (Race 5), Vincent (Race 6),
Pre-race swab samples were taken from six horses for post race analysis.
FINES & EXPLANATIONS:
Mr.M. Ellerton, trainer of Live Theatre was fined $50 for the late notification of A. Spiteri as the rider of the gelding which ran in Kelvin Lady Members C G & E Maiden Plate - Race 2.
Mr. R. McDonald , trainer of "Air Cooled (NZ)", was fined $50 for the late notification of D. O'Heare as the rider of the gelding which ran in the Jezabel Design Class 2 Handicap- Race 8.
SUMMARY |
|
FINES | M. Ellerton $50, R. McDonald $50 |
SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS: | Nil |
HORSE ACTIONS: | Nil |
Swan Hill (Vic)
- Saturday, 10 August 2002 00:00
Weather: Fine
Rail: True
Riding Changes:
Race - Horse - Rider - Replaced By - Reason
4 - Capetown Kid - R. Cartwright - D. Missen - Indisposed
8 - Liberte (NZ) - S. Vella - M. Johnstone - Became Indisposed
8 - Kyuga Jugah - Miss C. Payne - L. Nolen - Became Indisposed
* No other rider available
Race 1 - The Guardian Maiden Plate - 2100 Metres
Prior to correct weight, C. Dean rider of Trying To Be Good, fourth
place getter, and A. Prentis, rider of Golden Great Wall, third place getter, wished to
view the Steward's patrol video with a view to lodging an objection also prior to correct
weight Miss C. Payne, rider of Brace Yourself (NZ), second place getter, wished to view
the official photo finish print for first place. C. Dean, rider of Trying To Be Good,
lodged an objection against Beauciel (NZ) being declared the winner on the grounds of
alleged interference over the last 200 metres. After taking evidence from the parties
concerned and viewing the Steward's patrol video and side on version of the race, Stewards
dismissed the objection and correct weight was declared.
It was established that over the concluding stages of the race Trying To Be Good was
inconvenienced after being brushed by Beauciel (NZ) which when hanging in, shifted in.
Approaching the winning post the first time Trying To Be Good had to be eased when
tightened for room by Beauciel (NZ) (S. Vella) which shifted in. S. Vella was notified to
exercise care when shifting ground in future.
Race 2 - Become A Swan Hill Member Maiden Plate - 1000 Metres
Stewards questioned Mr G. Murphy, trainer of Rhinestone
Kobie, who lodged a lease with Stewards showing him as the Lessee, of the mare and Mr N.
Davis, owner of the mare, with respect to the ownership of Rhinestone Kobie who had a
current lease that had not been cancelled. Mr Davis explained to Stewards that he believed
the existing lease for Rhinestone Kobie had been cancelled and acting on a confirmed
telephone call from Mr J. Thorne, who was the previous lessee of the horse, who explained
that in his opinion he had signed a cancellation of lease for the mare after taking all
the evidence into account, Stewards permitted Rhinestone Kobie to start today. Mr Murphy
and Mr Davis were notified that prior to the mare racing again, the ownership must be
corrected.
When the gates Louis L'Amour and Purple Beau (NZ) were slow to begin.
Over the concluding stages of the race Song of Nile was inconvenienced by Brazen Prince
who shifted out under pressure.
On arrival at the course the Club's Veterinary Surgeon inspected Archway Lady and deemed
that the mare had sustained an injury to his offside hip and in his opinion was unfit to
take its place in the field. Acting on this advice, Stewards ordered the withdrawal of
Archway Lady at 12.10 pm.
Race 3 - Kuta Knights Class 2 Handicap - 1600 Metres
Prior to correct weight, Miss L. Meech, rider of Silken
Manor (NZ), third place getter, wished to view the Steward's patrol video and side on
version of the race. After viewing the videos, Miss L. Meech did not proceed with this
request and correct weight was declared.
Race 4 - Brad Rawiller Class 1 Handicap - 1300 Metres
Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Miss K. Jones,
trainer of Our Way, who stated to the stewards that due to mechanical problems with her
vehicle she was unable to arrive on course at the prescribed time, acting on this advice
Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Our Way at 1.33 pm.
On jumping away Darcy's Belle and Legal Reward were tightened for room between Oilcan
Harry (NZ) and Capetown Kid which shifted out.
Over the concluding stages Capetown Kid, which had shifted out, was inconvenienced by
Oilcan Harry (NZ), which shifted in away from Legal Reward.
Race 5 - Carlton Draught Handicap - 1600 Metres
No report.
Race 6 - Fillies & Mares Class 4 Handicap - 1300 Metres
On jumping away Diamond Carat and Runaway Rhythm (NZ) came
together due to both horses shifting ground.
Race 7 - Wolf Blass Class 3 Handicap - 1000 Metres
When the gates opened Bolting was slow to begin.
When asked for an explanation for the improved performance of Gleeso, Mr C. Burgess
trainer of the gelding, stated to the Stewards that he could offer no explanation for the
geldings improved performance today other than he changed the bit, which allowed Glesso to
race more tractable today.
Race 8 - Allen Browell Maiden Plate - 1600 Metres
Acting on a report from the Starter that Mahajini, after
being loaded into its barrier stall reared and became cast. Acting on Veterinary advice
Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Mahajini at 4.42 pm.
Subsequent to the race stewards ordered the following in relation to betting, all monies
bet for a win and/or place and concession betting on Mahajini to be refunded. All
successful bets on horses prior to time of withdrawal of Mahajini are subject to the
following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket: Win Bets - 4 cents;
Place Bets - 5 cents; Winning Concession Bets - 4 cents; Doubles Bets - 4 cents. All
monies bet after the Stewards declaration of withdrawal to be paid at face value of
ticket.
When the gates opened Baroness of Bambra knuckled. Also on jumping away Shyster and Have
And Hold bumped. Shortly after this Have And Hold was inconvenienced when tightened for
room between Accordian and Shyster, which shifted out.
Approaching and rounding the home turn Have And Hod was held up for some distance when
unable to obtain a clear run.
At the entrance to the straight Vintage Ripa shifted out and brushed the hind quarters of
Let's Romance resulting in that mare being turned inwards. Shortly after this Vintage Ripa
shifted in away from Let's Romance and then had to be checked to avoid the heels of
Accordian (R. Burgess) which shifted out when not clear. When checking Vintage Ripa
clipped the heels of Accordian and almost fell. As no one rider was fully responsible for
the incident, Stewards took no action other than to notify R. Burgess that he must ensure
he is clear of all other runners when shifting ground in future.
SWAB SAMPLES -
Race 1 - Beauciel (NZ) - winner
Race 2 - - Berceuse - winner
Geelong (Vic)
- Thursday, 08 August 2002 00:00
Weather: FINE
Rail: +3 M FROM THE 1400 M TO THE 400 M, THE REMAINDER TRUE POSITION.
Riding Changes:
Race - Horse - Rider - Replaced By - Reason
1 - "Rapia Miss" - P. Mertens * - M. Pegus - Indisposed
2 - "Mootang" - P. Mertens * - N. Callow - Indisposed
3 - "Regal Jet" - V. Duric * - B. Fenech - Indisposed
4 - "Noreami" - V. Duric * - B. Fenech - Indisposed
4 - "Crème de Mond" - Linda Meech * - Christine Cole - Indisposed
7 - "Mookatar" - P. Mertens * - N. Wilson - Indisposed
7 - "Brother Jacques" - C. Robertson - W. Davis - Overweight
8 - "Gem Trader" - P. Mertens * - N. Rawiller - Indisposed
8 - "Blue Burmac" - Colin Dean * - N. Wilson - Indisposed
* Must produce a medical certificate prior to riding again.
Race 1 - BECOME A GRC MEMBER TODAY MAIDEN PLATE - 1112 metres
Near the 700 metres "Make a Bid", when being eased off the
heels of "California Jack", shifted out and hampered "Phantom's Opera
(NZ)" and "Simply Sal".
Race 2 - SCHWEPPES SUPER VOBIS 3YO MAIDEN PLATE - 1412 metres
Approaching the 800 metres "Spacelab" was checked
when tightened for room between "Mootang" and "Ascot Lane" (Fabian
Villella), which shifted in when being eased. Fabian Villella was severely reprimanded,
and notified that he must exercise far greater care when shifting ground in future.
Race 3 - 2002 GEELONG CUP CARNIVAL MAIDEN PLATE - 1512 metres
During the early and middle stages of the race
"Ivory's Choice" over-raced.
Near the 500 metres "Get it Together" became unbalanced when bumped by "Le
Fraar", which was brushed by "Ivory's Choice", which had over-raced and
shifted in.
Race 4 - BRISEIS GOLD CUP 2ND OCTOBER CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1112 metres
Rounding the home turn "Hot Fame" was taken wide
by "Centurion Halo".
Near the 500 and 400 metres "Elizabeth Therese" had to be checked off the heels
of "Crème de Mond" (Christine Cole) which shifted in when not sufficiently
clear. Christine Cole was reprimanded, and notified to exercise more care.
Approaching the winning post "Elizabeth Therese" shifted out and inconvenienced
"Cappielow"
Race 5 - WOOL EXCHANGE HOTEL CLASS 6 HANDICAP - 1715 metres:
Near the 200 metres "Martial Rule" and "Cool
Talk Café" came together due to ''Cool Talk Café" getting in under pressure.
Race 6 - HOLDEN CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1412 metres
Shortly after the start "Culzean" was tightened
for room between "Hey Presto" and "Cedar Springs", which was taken out
by "Sepulida".
Race 7 - CARLTON DRAUGHT CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1312 metres
"Noblesse" jumped away awkwardly.
Subsequent to the race "Magic Chance" had blood in both nostrils, and was deemed
to be a bleeder under the Rules.
Race 8 - LADIES' DAY 21ST SEPTEMBER CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1715 metres
No report.
SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of the following races:
"Throng (NZ)" - Race 1; "Mootang" - Race 2; "Elizabeth
Therese" - Race 4; and from "Scarlet" - Race 7.
EXPLANATIONS:
The Stewards accepted the explanation of Greg Mance for the
late notification of B. Cross as the rider of "Well Versed" - Race 3.
SUMMARY
SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS:
F. Villella - "Ascot Lane" severely reprimanded , Race 2.
HORSE ACTIONS:
"Magic Chance", Race 8, bled.
Sandown (Vic)
- Saturday, 10 August 2002 00:00
Weather: FINE
Rail: OUT 12 METRES FOR THE ENTIRE CIRCUIT
Riding Changes:
Race - Horse - Rider - Replaced By - Reason
5 - "Nunkerri Koreka" - Cameron Quilty - M. Pumpa * - Inquiry adjourned
* No other suitable rider available.
Race 1 - ENCOUNTER SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1200 metres
"Step Ahead" broke away from its attendant in the Birdcage
area, was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon, and passed fit to run.
Prior to entering the mounting yard "Step Ahead" cast its near fore plate, and
had to be re-plated.
"Cyberiad" also cast its near fore plate, and had to be re-plated prior to the
start.
Due to these incidents the start of the race was delayed.
"Helenus" was slow to begin.
Near the 1100 metres "Major Woody", which was racing ungenerously, had to be
checked off the heels of "King Wells", and in so doing shifted in abruptly and
tightened "Acee Deecee (NZ)".
Shortly after this incident "King Wells", which was also racing ungenerously,
brushed "Tarnpir Lad".
Near the 700 metres "Acee Deecee (NZ)" had to be eased to avoid the heels of
"Major Woody".
In the early part of the straight "King Wells" had some difficulty in obtaining
a clear run.
Race 2 - THE PHANTOM HANDICAP - 1600 metres
No report.
Race 3 - SHANKHILL LASS SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1200 metres
Due to an error "Furla" raced in pacifiers.
"Furla" and "Princess Corryong" were slow to begin.
Rounding the turn near the 800 metres "Furla" shifted out and bumped the
hindquarters of "Miss Rosedale", resulting in that filly becoming unbalanced.
For some distance in the early stages of the race "Raven Protector", which was
racing ungenerously, had to be eased off the heels of "Silent Senorita".
Race 4 - RIPA HANDICAP - 1400 metres
No report.
Race 5 - CARLTON DRAUGHT LINCOLN HANDICAP - 2175 metres
An inquiry into the reason for C. Quilty not arriving on
course to ride "Nunkerri Koreka" was adjourned to a date to be fixed.
The Stewards adjourned an inquiry into M. Pumpa's use of the whip on "Nunkerri
Koreka."
Race 6 - NEW STATESMAN HANDICAP - 1400 metres
"Thumper (NZ)" jumped away awkwardly, got its
head up, shifted in abruptly, and hampered "Levendiz" and "Chairman's
Choice".
Near the 900 metres "Chairman's Choice" was tightened for room by "Currency
Rep". which was bumped by "Thumper (NZ)", which shifted in abruptly.
Shortly after this incident when being straightened "Thumper (NZ)" shifted out
and inconvenienced "Blue Wina".
Near the 700 metres "Satashi" had to be eased to avoid the heels of
"Chairman's Choice", which was being steadied.
A veterinary examination of "Blue Wina", which performed below expectations,
revealed no apparent abnormality.
Race 7 - CARLTON DRAUGHT HANDICAP - 1200 metres
B. Fenech, rider of "La Serenade", was given the
benefit of the doubt whether he had flourished his whip prior to the winning
post.
A veterinary examination of "She's Golden Class (NZ)", which performed below
expectations, revealed no apparent abnormality.
Race 8 - KHAPTINGLY HANDICAP - 1200 metres
Prior to the declaration of correct weight G. Childs, rider
of "Shattered Love", second placegetter, viewed the Stewards' videos and decided
not to lodge an objection.
"Sacred Shield" jumped away awkwardly.
Near the 800 metres "Pro Gold", which was over-racing, shifted out and brushed
"Sacred Shield", which resulted in "Sacred Shield" being taken out.
Shortly after this incident "Fraar's Turn", which was racing ungenerously, had
to be checked severely off the heels of "Sacred Shield", which shifted in
slightly. Whilst the Stewards did not hold C. Newitt, rider of "Sacred Shield",
responsible they notified him to exercise the utmost care.
For some distance in the straight "Shattered Love" was taken out off its course
by "Redclay" (Reece Wheeler) which, when laying out, shifted out under pressure.
Whilst the Stewards accepted that "Shattered Love" had shifted out away from
"Redclay" during the incident, R. Wheeler was notified that he must stop riding
and straighten his mount far sooner than he had done on this occasion.
Near the 200 metres rider of “Redclay” accidentally dropped his whip.
Acting on a report from Mr. John Burton, Sauna Supervisor, as to the validity of the
signature of Luke Currie on the sauna use record for today's meeting, the Stewards
interviewed L. Currie and F. Villella regarding this matter. At the conclusion of the
inquiry L. Currie was given the benefit of a grave doubt whether the signature attributed
to him on the sauna use record was, in fact, his signature, or whether it had been signed
by an unknown person. Luke Currie was also notified that his conduct during the inquiry
had caused them concern. During the course of the inquiry the Stewardss took evidence from
D. Gauci, which was accepted by the Stewards.
SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of all races today.
Sandown (Vic)
- Wednesday, 07 August 2002 00:00
Weather: OVERCAST
Rail: OUT NINE METRES FOR THE ENTIRE CIRCUIT
Riding Changes:
Race - Horse - Rider - Replaced By - Reason
6 - "Soviet Son" - L. Currie - N. Rawiller - Indisposed
8 - "Le Thief" - B. Prebble - S. King - Became indisposed
8 - "Position Taken" - Jade DaRose - Michelle Payne - Indisposed
Race 1 - WINOOKA HANDICAP - 2158 metres
After being placed in its stall "Prime Target (NZ)" broke through the
front gates and cantered for a short distance. The gelding was examined by the Club's
Veterinary Surgeon, and passed fit to run. As a result of this the start of the race was
delayed.
Race 2 - SWEET CHIME SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1300 metres
Prior to the declaration of correct weight Rhys McLeod,
rider of "Shagny's Sheila", third past the post, viewed the Stewards' videos and
decided not to lodge an objection.
"Swiss Storm" was slow to begin.
Shortly after jumping away "Tarcoola Diamond" was hampered by "Am
Here", which was taken out by "Dazzling Vintage".
After passing the 1000 metres "Lana Belle" had to be steadied off the heels of
"Awe", which shifted in abruptly.
Approaching the winning post "Marcella", which was laying in, shifted in and
brushed "Shagny's Sheila", which then shifted in and inconvenienced
"Awe" and "Swiss Storm".
Race 3 - WHEATEAR SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1300 metres
Near the 1200 metres "Diver Dave" was tightened
on to "Beswinging", and had to be eased off the heels of "Snick",
which shifted in. B. Fenech, rider of "Snick", was notified to ensure that he is
clear of other runners when shifting ground.
Running to the 1000 metres "Nyneleven (NZ)" was hampered when tightened for room
between "Beswinging" and "Bishop's Cleve", which shifted out slightly.
After passing the 800 metres "Beswinging", which had been racing tight, had to
be eased when tightened between "Bishop's Cleve" and "Diver Dave".
Approaching the winning post "Nyneleven (NZ)" was taken out slightly by
"Conspectus’, which shifted out under pressure away from "Snick",
which was also shifting ground.
Also approaching the winning post "All of Me" and "Fullarton Road"
came together when "All of Me" obtained a narrow run between "Fullarton
Road" and "Sezione".
Race 4 - GLADSOME HANDICAP - 1600 metres
"Midori Gift" knuckled on jumping away.
In the early part of the straight "Lauriston Lass" was hampered when attempting
to take a narrow run between "Never Decree (NZ)" and ""Midori
Gift", which shifted in.
When asked if there was any explanation for "My Lavinia" performing below
expectations, L.Milham stated that the mare may not have been suited by the solid pace in
the early stages of the race, and was a beaten horse at the top of the straight. L. Milham
said that the mare was a beaten horse from the top of the straight. L. Milham added that
he believed that there may have been something amiss with "My Lavinia". A
veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormality.
Race 5 - THOMAS MOULE HANDICAP - 1300 metres
At the entrance to the straight "Zephyr Breeze
(NZ)" was hampered when tightened for room between "Swooping Eagle" and
"Super Boom" due to both horses shifting ground.
D. Gauci, rider of "Dreams Café", stated that the gelding had a tendency to
hang out in the early stages of the race, and then hung out badly running down the hill.
Gauci added that it was for this reason that he eased the gelding prior to the home turn.
A veterinary examination of "Dreams Café" revealed that the gelding was showing
signs of soreness across the back. Mr. J. Hawkes, trainer of "Dreams Café", was
notified that prior to the gelding racing again he must produce a veterinary clearance for
it.
Race 6 - PRIVATE TALK HANDICAP - 1500 metres
"Casino Boy" jumped away awkwardly, resulting in
A. Findlay, its rider, losing the use of his near-side iron for some distance.
After passing the 800 metres "Masked Raider" shifted out slightly, and made
contact with the hindquarters of "Brockie Boy", which resulted in that gelding
being unbalanced, and "Masked Raider" being eased.
Approaching the winning post "Casino Boy" shifted in under pressure towards
"Terminus Prince".
During the running of the race "Bluesman" suffered a bleeding attack.
Race 7 - MISTRESS ANNE HANDICAP - 1300 metres
Approaching and passing the 800 metres "Silver
Boom", which was over-racing, got its head up when being checked off the heels of
"Dance the Music".
"Ena's Treasure" was disappointed for a run at the entrance to the straight, and
then was unable to obtain a clear run for the remainder of the race.
Near the 300 metres "Scarlet Ark" had to be checked when tightened for room
between "Hidden Moment", which shifted out slightly, and "Duval",
which shifted in slightly as "Woodwina" improved on its outside.
Shortly after this "Hidden Moment", which continued to hang out, had to be eased
off the heels of "Duval".
Race 8 - AR BLACKWOOD HANDICAP - 2356 metres
No report.
SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of all races today.
EXPLANATIONS:
The Stewards accepted the explanation of M. Ellerton,
trainer of "All of Me", for the late notification of G. Childs as the rider of
the colt. Race 3.
The Stewards also accepted the explanation of P. Healey for the late notification of his
riders: L. Milham as the rider of "My Lavinia" - Race 4 - and B. Prebble as the
rider of "Granniah" - Race 7.
SUMMARY
FINES
John Blakey - fined $50 for the late notification of C.
Newitt as the rider of "Chakra". Race 8.
HORSE ACTIONS:
Race 5 - veterinary clearance must be produced for
"Dreams Café" prior to it racing again. Race 5.
"Bluesman" suffered a bleeding attack. Race 6.
Acee Deecee A Hit at Sandown
- Saturday, 10 August 2002 00:00
Flemington based trainer Dean Lawson will launch a two pronged attack into Saturday week's listed Vain Stakes at Caulfield after Acee Deecee scored an impressive win in today's Encounter Super Vobis Handicap (1200m) at Sandown.
Lawson had already chosen the listed event as the race which will signal the return of another smart stablemate Cool Trent and now he will be forced to have two runners in the race.
"I didn't really want to put them in against each other, but he (Acee Deecee) deserves his chance at stakes class," Lawson said.
Lawson feels the maturity and growth already evident in Cool Trent has him favouring that gelding as better at this stage.
"Right now Cool Trent is a better horse. But this guy still has to grow a bit and I think he's got some good improvement in him in the next six months or so," Lawson added.
Acee Deecee, with former Tasmanian apprentice Craig Newitt in the saddle, got well back in the field early before powering home over the final stages to record an impressive half length win over Helenus, while Step Ahead, a last start Werribee winner, was a similar margin away in third place.
Lawson reports Cool Trent is on track for a good return to the track after showing plenty in recent work.
"He's going really well at home and he won a trial yesterday by about a length and a half," he reported.
Cool Trent, a placegetter in the Magic Millions Classic on the Gold Coast, has not started since being beaten five lengths when sixth behind Bel Esprit in the Group One Blue Diamond Stakes at Caulfield.
Findlay Shines With Sandown Treble
- Wednesday, 07 August 2002 00:00
Findlay's day got off to a perfect start when he guided the David Brideoake trained Prime Target to victory in the first race of the day.
The six-year-old son of Zabeel cantered home to win by three lengths, from another son of Zabeel, Kailey Lamour.
The middle pinning winner of Findlay's day came in the fifth race when he partnered the Bart Cummings trained Benarrivo to victory.
Also by the champion sire Zabeel, Benarrivo was having his first start for the Cummings stable after being originally trained for Lloyd Williams by Myles Plumb.
The treble was completed when Findlay booted home another winner for Cummings in the shape of the Anabaa gelding Casino Boy.
Starting the $3.50 favourite, Casino Boy got home in a driving finish to edge out the South Australian visitor Terminus Prince. Jacque was a close up third.
Meanwhile, former champion apprentice Darren Gauci was the only other jockey to finish the day with multiple winners.
Gauci scored two winners thanks to Lady Viola for Bill Mitchell and Eulalie for John Hawkes.
PIC - Quentin Lang.
Old Man To Chase Second Balaklava Cup
- Saturday, 10 August 2002 00:00
Evergreen middle distance performer Old Man will chase his second Balaklava Cup win after today winning The Phantom Handicap (1600m) at Sandown.
Old Man sat back in the field with cover in the early stages before sweeping down the outside to beat Classic Benbara and Foreign Affair. The hot favourite Green Pick was close up in fourth place.
Now an eight-year-old, the John Hawkes trained Old Man, has only raced in South Australia one when he scored a dead heat win in the 1999 listed Balaklava Cup.
"We sent him over there to win the Cup that year," Melbourne foreman John Hawkes said. "He should have won the race outright but he ran all over the place in the straight and virtually threw it away."
In the 1999 Balaklava Cup Old Man started a short priced favourite and was always travelling handy before hitting the line locked together with Old Tawney.
Wayne Hawkes, the son of leading Sydney based trainer John, said the gelding was a well named galloper nowadays.
"Back when he was a two-year-old he was terribly named, but he seems much better name out there today," he said with a smile.
Hawkes added the stable has mande another bright start to the season. Last year the stable won eight metro races in August and set up a handy early lead in the premiership in which they finished a close second on July 31. Old Man's win was the second already this season.
Aussies Takes Early Lead in Jumps Series
- Wednesday, 07 August 2002 00:00
By taking the quinella the local Aussie team kicked four points clear after today's race, a highweight flat event.
There were six points up for grabs in today's race and Australia picked up five of them thanks to the efforts of Grant Young and Stephen Pateman to quinella the event.
The best of the Irish riders finished unplaced, but they picked up a point as the third placegetter was ridden by one of the neutral riders, Glen Dorol.
The series will continue with major points on offer at the Adelaide meeting at Morphettville on Saturday with the running of a steeple and hurdle.
Winners of both races will pick up 12 points. Runner-up get half that amount, third placegetters win four points while two are given to the fourth placed runner with a series jockey aboard.
Australia holds a slight advantage in the head to head battles. The series concludes in Melbourne in just over a week's time.