Geraldton (WA)

Saturday, 30 November 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast

RACE 1: WELDLOK MAIDEN – 1600M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner TOP END PRECIOUS (J. Pouillet). TOP END PRECIOUS was fractious in the barrier. SERHEED RED STONE (G. Cortes) was slow to begin. BEAU FLIPPA (R. Burnett) and KAAPDANCE (D. Tourneur) bumped at the start. BEAU FLIPPA raced wide in the early and middle stages. SPANISH DANCE (R. Quartermaine) raced wide in the middle stages. Passing the 1500m REDBACK JACK (R. McKay) jumped the crossing and lost ground. Near the 600m DUNDALLY (P. Black) was steadied from the heels of REDBACK JACK. Near the 250m TOP END PRECIOUS lay inwards and BRAESIDE BULLET (A. Armes) rolled outwards resulting in KAAPDANCE being crowded. Passing the 100m KEFALOS (J. Hustwitt) shifted inwards away from TOP END PRECIOUS which continued to lay inwards causing REDBACK JACK to be eased and taken outwards. On Inquiry Apprentice J. Pouillet was warned and advised to make a greater effort to keep his mounts straight under similar circumstances. A post race Veterinary examination of BEAU FLIPPA revealed the gelding had sustained a laceration to its off hind. When being questioned regarding the apparent poor performance of SERHEED RED STONE, Trainer Mr W. Brownrigg advised that he was extremely disappointed with the mare’s run and added that it was out of character. Mr Brownrigg added that he would have blood tests forwarded for analysis and would report any findings to the Stewards. Jockey G. Cortes could offer no explanation for SERHEED RED STONE’s disappointing performance and added that the mare had failed to stretch out throughout the race.

RACE 2: KINGSTON BRIDGE MAIDEN – 1200M

COMMANCHE (G. Cortes) and LOOKS A BLUE (J. Pouillet) were slow into stride. MONICA LOVESKY (A. Ng) threw its head on jumping. Near the 900m CRYSTAL RIDGE (T. Zanker), which was pulling, shifted inwards crowding COURTESY BAY (J. Hustwitt). MONICA LOVESKY, which was following, was steadied in consequence. RARE ALBERT (E. Dredge) lay inwards from the 600m and near the 50m bumped ZABERTEX (K. Gladwin). CORPORATE KATE (P. Black) pulled hard in the middle stages and raced wide throughout. ZABERTEX raced wide throughout.

RACE 3: STRAMIT BUILDING PRODUCTS HANDICAP – 1300M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner KING KONG (G. Cortes). RED HOT SPECIAL (D. Tourneur) was slow into stride. SISTER WHO (R. McKay) struck the near side gate on jumping and lost ground. WHO WILL SEE (J. Hustwitt) and CHANTESSA (A. Ng) bumped at the start. RED HOT SPECIAL lay inwards over the final 400m with the rider having to stop riding and straighten the mare near the 100m.

RACE 4: ONESTEEL REINFORCING HANDICAP – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner CONJUNCTIONAL (M. Molloy). CONJUNCTIONAL jumped awkwardly striking the near side gate. Shortly after the start WINROBIE (R. Quartermaine) and DAUBERVAL’S PRAYER (D. Tourneur) bumped. LITTLE PARTNER (R. McKay) raced wide in the early and middle stages and near the 700m bumped WINROBIE. MUTLEY (J. Hustwitt) was unable to obtain a clear run at the turn into the straight.

RACE 5: ONESTEEL METALAND HANDICAP – 1600M

SANTANN (A. Armes) was slow into stride and then raced wide in the early and middle stages. Near the 900m GARRYOWEN (G. Cortes) was steadied when MR. SCATMAN (J. Pouillet) shifted inwards. PEAKAYE (A. Ng) raced wide throughout. ROBE RIVER MAN (T. Zanker) raced wide at the turn into the straight.

RACE 6: ONESTEEL SPRINT – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner NAME THAT TUNE (R. McKay). COLORADO RIVER (J. Hustwitt) jumped awkwardly getting its head in the air. YETI (P. Black) shifted inwards at the start bumping NAME THAT TUNE, which in turn bumped BACKBURNER (R. Burnett). CYCLONE BEN (R. Quartermaine) struck the off side gate on jumping. SENSSAY (K. Gladwin) raced fiercely in the early and middle stages and approaching the 600m bumped PAIGLOW (D. Tourneur) on several occasions with PAIGLOW then coming into contact with COLORADO RIVER. Passing the 600m BACKBURNER got its head in the air when being steadied from the heels of FAMILY PRESSURE (M. Molloy). On straightening COLORADO RIVER lay outwards carrying GO BUST (T. Zanker) wide.

RACE 7: ONESTEEL MARKET MILLS HANDICAP – 1600M

SKY’S WILL (P. Black) was slow into stride. CENSKY (R. Burnett) and TAPDOG (G. Cortes) bumped at the start. LATEST SOVEREIGN (A. Armes) and CENSKY raced keenly in the early stages. ROYAL CRYSTAL (T. Zanker) raced wide in the early and middle stages. TAPDOG was held up for a clear run from the 400m until the 250m and when being taken inwards caused BIG BANK (E. Dredge) to be momentarily steadied. Near the 200m SKY’S WILL lay inwards having to be eased from the heels of LATEST SOVEREIGN.

Ascot (WA)

Saturday, 23 November 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast
Rail: Inside Position

RACE 1: THE HAHN PREMIUM – 1500M

MYSTIC GLOW (A. Sansom) commenced awkwardly, then lay inwards bumping BRUSH THE SAINT (P. Harvey), which had shifted out. Shortly after this MYSTIC GLOW lay outwards bumping the hindquarters of CARIBBEAN ROYALE (P. King). Leaving the 700m BRUSH THE SAINT commenced to race keenly and steadied away from SUPERIOR STAR (P. Carbery). BRUSH THE SAINT then shifted outwards, racing tightly and bumping on several occasions with CARIBBEAN ROYALE. In the straight MYSTIC GLOW had a tendency to hang outwards. MR TIBBS (P. Knuckey) raced wide in the early and middle stages. A post race Veterinary inspection of CHUCKA KHAN (Jason Brown), which performed poorly, revealed the gelding to have returned with a nasal discharge indicative of an upper respiratory tract infection. Trainer Mr S. Wolfe was advised that CHUCKA KHAN would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing or trialling again. Trainer Mr S. Wolfe advised that CHUCKA KHAN would now be sent for a spell. Trainer Mr M. Williams reported that on return to the stable BRUSH THE SAINT was found to have "jarred up" and it was his intention to send the colt for a spell.

RACE 2: THE SWAN MID LAGER – 1500M

KILROE stumbled on jumping unbalancing Jockey P. Knuckey. FORT LAVINIA (S. McGruddy) commenced awkwardly and shortly after the start KEY FLYER (J. Claite) shifted outwards making contact with that gelding. FORT LAVINIA and TIP THE TILL (A. Sansom) raced wide throughout. Leaving the 200m KILROE (P. Knuckey) was momentarily held up behind EDITION (L. Camilleri). When questioned Jockey S. McGruddy advised that FORT LAVINIA had not stretched out fully in running. A post race Veterinary examination of FORT LAVINIA revealed nothing amiss but the gelding had returned coughing. Trainer Mr R. Matthews advised that FORT LAVINIA would now undergo an endoscopy and advise the Stewards accordingly.

RACE 3: THE TOOHEYS EXTRA DRY – 1800M

AUSSIE STRIKE (D. Oliver) was fractious in the barrier prior to the start and then commenced awkwardly. In the early stages KIM LISA (R. Burnett) raced fiercely. In the early stages IT’S A LEGEND (J. Noske) raced keenly with the bit pulling through the gelding’s mouth, placing Jockey J. Noske in some difficulty. IT’S A LEGEND raced wide in the early and middle stages and was eased down in the straight. Trainer Mr C. Willis will be questioned in relation to this incident. JEUNE’S FANTASY (C. Harvey) raced wide from the 800m. At the 700m ARRIAN (P. Harvey), when angling outwards, carried MAJOR DEAL (P. King) onto IT’S A LEGEND and then struck the hindquarters of JEUNE’S FANTASY. Approaching the 600m ARRIAN steadied when CENT DANCING (T. Turner) lay outwards slightly. Passing the 400m AUSSIE STRIKE, when making ground, was blocked behind MOSS MINSTER (C. Dredge). At the 150m AUSSIE STRIKE was held up behind CHARMING STORY (P. Farrell) and then shifted to the outside to obtain clear running.

RACE 4: CARBINE CLUB TROPHY – 1100M

JUMALLIQUE (P. Carbery) commenced awkwardly then shifted outwards bumping BLETCHLEY’S HERO (W. Pike) onto ZABASET (D. Catarino). ZINGARLO (T. Ikenushi) commenced awkwardly. At the 600m SHAKE MY HAND (P. Knuckey) rolled inwards crowding BLETCHLEY’S HERO. GOLDEN DELICIOUS (Jason Brown), which was following, eased in consequence. At the 400m BLETCHLEY’S HERO and GOLDEN DELICIOUS bumped. Approaching the 200m GRAND CAVALIER (K. Forrester) was blocked and held up behind SHAKE MY HAND. When shifting outwards to obtain a clear run GRAND CAVALIER made contact with BLETCHLEY’S HERO. JUMALLIQUE was unable to obtain a clear passage from on straightening until leaving the 100m.

RACE 5: XXXX GOLD – PLACID ARK STAKES – 1200M

On jumping KIM STORM (P. King) shifted outwards onto AMIO (Stephen Miller) which then veered outwards bumping CROWN WITNESS (P. Harvey) onto CHERRY RIPE (P. Carbery), which was severely impeded. At the start FEMME (J. Whiting) dipped and made contact with BRAVE RHYTHM (D. Oliver). In the early stages UNCLE BRIAN (N. Chapman) raced fiercely. Approaching the 1000m FEMME got its head in the air. Passing the 800m CROWN WITNESS shifted inwards bumping KIM STORM which was carried inwards onto BRAVE RHYTHM, which steadied. FEMME, which was following, was inconvenienced. On Inquiry it was established that KIM STORM had shifted inwards quickly away from CROWN WITNESS, which had rolled inwards. When questioned Jockey J. Whiting explained that FEMME had over raced throughout and had not been able to settle. FEMME returned with a laceration to the off fore and having cast its near fore plate during running. KIM STORM returned with lacerations to both hinds.

RACE 6: JUNGLE MIST CLASSIC – 1200M

Shortly after the start MISS TORPAGO (A. Sansom) and SALAVAT (P. Carbery) collided. PRICE CONTROL (P. Knuckey) scrambled at the start. NATIONAL SILK (T. Turner) dwelt at the start. DISCREET PASSION (S. McGruddy), SALAVAT and EBONY MAGIC (D. Staeck) raced wide throughout. Approaching the 600m AWESOME ANNIE (K. Hawkins), when being held tight by SALAVAT on its outside, steadied getting its head in the air. At the turn to the 400m, ROCK ‘N’ RUBY (P. Harvey) lay outwards inconveniencing NATIONAL SILK. Passing the 400m EXBURY FAIR (N. Chapman) and AWESOME ANNIE bumped on several occasions. At the 250m MADAM GUNDA (P. Farrell) lay inwards carrying HIDE THE HALO (J. Noske) in onto the heels of PRICE CONTROL. Near the 150m MADAM GUNDA and ANNAPAK (C. Staples) bumped.

RACE 7: SWAN DRAUGHT – RAILWAY STAKES – 1600M

SON OF VASAC (S. McGruddy) commenced extremely awkwardly. TUMERIC (P. Knuckey) and SQUILLANI (K. McEvoy) bumped on jumping. On jumping HARDRADA (J. Whiting) and STORM SHOT (P. Farrell) made contact. At the 1200m when being steadied, STRATEGIC IMAGE (D. Oliver) raced keenly getting its head in the air, then shifted inwards inconveniencing HARDRADA. Passing the 1000m SON OF VASAC bumped with OLD FASHION (Stephen Miller) on several occasions. At the 800m ZAHEED (Danny Miller) lay inwards steadying away from SUSPICION (L. Camilleri). Approaching the 600m DARK ‘N’ DANGEROUS (T. Turner) lay outwards slightly onto STRATEGIC IMAGE, which then made contact with FINITO (D. Staeck). SON OF VASAC, which was following, clipped the heels of FINITO then blundered, dislodging Jockey S. McGruddy. TUMERIC (P. Knuckey) and CORPORATE BRUCE (K. Hawkins), which were following, were badly inconvenienced. An Inquiry was opened and adjourned until a time and date to be fixed when Jockey S. McGruddy is available to give evidence into this incident. Passing the 250m SQUILLANI steadied when SUSPICION rolled inwards as OLD FASHION shifted outwards to obtain a clear run. Over the concluding stages OLD FASHION lay outwards under pressure. Jockey K. McEvoy reported that SQUILLANI raced fiercely in the early and middle stages. The Club’s Medical Officer reported that Jockey S. McGruddy had suffered concussion and was transported to Royal Perth Hospital for observation. SON OF VASAC returned with a laceration to the near fore cannon and having cast its near hind plate. STORM SHOT returned with a laceration to the near hock.

RACE 8: TATTERSALL’S CUP – 2200M

NOW’S GOOD was withdrawn at 8.15 a.m. when Trainer Ms M. Payne advised the Stewards that the gelding had sustained a stone bruise to the near fore hoof. Trainer Ms M. Payne was advised that NOW’S GOOD would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing or trialling again. ALIBI BAY (C. Staples) was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Officer and declared fit to take its place in the field. On jumping ALIBI BAY and FRIENDLY MANNA (T. Ikenushi) bumped. OUR RED RUN (A. Sansom) made the crossings at the 1800m and 1400m awkwardly. Jockey P. Harvey advised that in the early and middle stages PERFECT MINX pulled hard and over raced. FORE STAY (K. Forrester) raced wide throughout. Passing the 1000m SO CANNY (C. Harvey) and FRIENDLY MANNA bumped. At the 700m SO CANNY shifted outwards away from ALIBI BAY bumping heavily with DANANMATT (P. Carbery) which had raced wide from the 1000m. COSSACK ANGEL (J. Noske) was found to be heavily in season. PERFECT MINX returned with an abrasion to the near hock and a laceration to the off hind fetlock.

RACE 9: THE HAHN PREMIUM LIGHT – 1200M

MARQUIS CUT was a late scratching at 3.10 p.m. when Trainer Miss S. West advised that the gelding was found to be suffering an infection to the near fore. Trainer Miss S. West was advised that MARQUIS CUT would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing or trialling again. STARJAH (L. Camilleri) commenced awkwardly then shifted outwards bumping COPERNICUS (Danny Miller) heavily. METAL GLOW (P. Knuckey) commenced awkwardly. MONEY IS MAGIC (T. Turner) was slow into stride. Near the 1100m LAY A DOLLAR DOWN (P. Carbery) and LULUGUI (P. King) bumped. METAL GLOW (P. Knuckey) raced keenly in the early and middle stages. LAY A DOLLAR DOWN lay outwards from the 800m. BLUE NEON (D. Staeck) and STARJAH bumped on several occasions between the 500m and the 400m. Approaching the 400m LULUGUI and MONEY IS MAGIC (T. Turner) bumped. STARJAH was held up from the turn into the straight and shortly afterwards, when taken outwards, bumped METAL GLOW. Approaching the 200m METAL GLOW rolled inwards slightly bumping STARJAH which was then restrained from the heels of LULUGUI, which had shifted outwards away from MONEY IS MAGIC. CARRY KALI (G. Smith) had difficulty in obtaining a clear run from the 400m until passing the 75m. TRIBAL JUSTICE (J. Claite) was held up for a short distance passing the 300m and near the 150m brushed TRILLEMO (J. Noske). Approaching the 50m METAL GLOW and LULUGUI bumped. LAY A DOLLAR DOWN returned having cast its off hind plate during running. LULUGUI returned with a laceration to the inside of the off hind fetlock.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners, and
Race 7. CORPORATE BRUCE
Race 7. HARDRADA

RIDING CHANGES

Race 8. Jockey S. McGruddy was replaced by Jockey P. Knuckey on OUR ANNABEL.
Race 9. Jockey S. McGruddy was replaced by Jockey Danny Miller on COPERNICUS.

LATE REPORT

Ascot Wednesday, 20 November, 2002 – Race 8 The Runyon (1D) (1100m)

LORD MILWYN returned with a minor abrasion to the near hock. Due to the disappointing performance of LORD MILWYN, Trainer Mr H. Parsons was advised that the gelding would not be permitted to start in a race for a period of three weeks.

SUMMARY

VETERINARY CERTIFICATE:

Race 1. CHUCKA KHAN (Trainer S. Wolfe) – nasal discharge.
Race 8. NOW’S GOOD (Trainer M. Payne) – stone bruise to near fore.
Race 9. MARQUIS CUT (Trainer S. West) – infection to near fore.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATE:

Jockey S. McGruddy (Races 8 & 9) was unable to fulfil his riding engagements and will require a medical clearance prior to riding.

Esperance (WA)

Saturday, 30 November 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Good

RACE 1: HAHN PREMIUM LIGHT HANDICAP - 1200M

MUSTANG TOMMY (D. Catarino) was slow into stride. MR. GUILTY (N. Hopwood) raced wide throughout. JIMMY’S BROTHER (R. Hanson) commenced to lay outwards at the 300m bumping with MR. GUILTY on several occasions.

Gear Change: TRUE AMBER – Lugging bit - Off.

RACE 2: XXXX GOLD MAIDEN – 1200M

Near the 800m BOORABIN (R. Kirkup) shifted inwards and steadied from the heels of BARRA GOLD (R. Hanson). MISS MUNGRUP (B. Mathews) lay in throughout. SOFT NATIONS (N. Hopwood) lay out throughout.

RACE 3: EMU DRAFT MAIDEN - 1000M

SOLO COMMAND (A.Yugovich) and WEST RIVER RULER (M. Parsons) were slow into stride. QUEEN OF ISCA (R. Kirkup) raced greenly throughout. Near the 750m MESSENGER MAN (R. Hanson) shifted inwards. BELTONIA (D. Catarino), which was racing to the inside, steadied getting its head in the air and lost ground. JOHN’S COMMAND (N. Hopwood), which had commenced to over race, checked from the heels of BELTONIA and shifted out bumping TAYOMA (P. Hall). Jockey R. Hanson was advised that he must not shift ground unless sufficiently clear of other runners. Near the 600m BELTONIA shifted in bumping JOHN’S COMMAND. SOLO COMMAND raced wide at the turn into the straight. Near the 250m BELTONIA, when attempting to take a run between MESSENGER MAN and LITTLE FELLA (B. Mathews), got its head in the air and raced ungenerously over the concluding stages. MESSENGER MAN lay out over the concluding stages. Jockey R. Hanson was reprimanded and advised that he must stop riding and straighten when his mounts shift ground. LITTLE FELLA, which struck its head in the barrier, returned with a mild laceration to the inside nostril.

RACE 4: EMU BITTER HANDICAP – 1200M

SIRIUS DANCER (D. Skerrett) and DEAR ENIGMA (N. Hopwood) were slow into stride. Near the 1100m KEY START (R. Hanson) and REVEL (D. Catarino) bumped. DEAR ENIGMA raced wide on the turn into the straight. Jockey B. Mathews was given permission to ride CAPTAIN’S PLEASURE 1kg overweight, as there was no other riders available.

RACE 5: SWAN DRAUGHT HANDICAP – 1100M

An objection lodged by Jockey B. Mathews, rider of the second placed SARATOGA SPRINGS against BAR SCREAMER (R. Kirkup) being declared the winner alleging interference at the 750m was dismissed. Near the 750m BAR SCREAMER shifted in bumping DEEK (D. Catarino) which then shifted in bumping the hindquarters of PLAY DICE (M. Parsons). DEEK has then restrained and lost considerable ground. SARATOGA SPRINGS, which was following, was obliged to steady from the heels of DEEK losing ground. DEEK was eased down over the concluding stages as Jockey D. Catarino was of the opinion the gelding may have injured himself in this incident. A Veterinary examination of DEEK revealed nothing amiss. On Inquiry Jockey R. Kirkup was found guilty to a charge of careless riding under ARR.137(a) for causing this interference and was suspended from riding in races for a period of 12 days from midnight 30 November until midnight 12 December 2002. Trainer Mr K. Scott reported that on return to the stable DEEK had heat to the off fore fetlock. Trainer Mr K. Scott was advised that DEEK would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing or trialling again.

RACE 6: EMU EXPORT HANDICAP – 1100M

Jockey B. Mathews was granted permission to ride DANDAGIN DREAM 1kg overweight, as there was no other riders available. An objection lodged by Jockey D. Catarino, rider of the second placed KYOSHI against BLETCH MAGIC (R. Kirkup) being declared the winner alleging interference at the 400m was dismissed. KYOSHI jumped out at the start bumping BAY REWARD (P. Hall), which shifted out bumping RANCHO PEARL (N. Hopwood), with BAY REWARD and RANCHO PEARL losing ground. RENEE MAGIC (L. Howlett) was slow into stride. Near the 400m DANDAGIN DREAM commenced to lay outwards carrying BLETCH MAGIC out onto BANCELL MAGIC (R. Hanson), which in turn carried RANCHO PEARL out bumping the hindquarter of KYOSHI which become unbalanced losing ground. RANCHO PEARL then eased out over the heels of KYOSHI to obtain a clear run. Passing the winning post BLETCH MAGIC shifted in carrying DANDAGIN DREAM inwards tightening RESERVE BANK (M. Parsons), which in turn tightened AEROLITH (A. Yugovich), which restrained. On Inquiry Jockey R. Kirkup was severely reprimanded and advised that he must stop riding and straighten his mount when they shift ground. KYOSHI raced wide from the 600m. RANCHO PEARL raced wide throughout.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners.

SUMMARY

VETERINARY CERTIFICATES:

Race 3. FLOSSABILITY (Trainer K. Teasdale) – Shin sore.

Race 5. DEEK (Trainer K. Scott) – Heat in off fore fetlock.

FINES:

Race 4. Jockey B. Mathews $90 ARR. 120(b) for being unable to make the weight on CAPTAINS PLEASURE.

Race 6. Jockey B. Mathews $100 ARR. 145 for weighing in in excess of 0.5 kg overweight on DANDAGIN DREAM.

SUSPENSION:

Race 5. Jockey R. Kirkup (BAR SCREAMER) – ARR.137(a) careless riding 12 days from midnight 30 November, 2002 until midnight 12 December, 2002.

SEVERE REPRIMANDS:

Race 6. Jockey R. Kirkup (BLETCH MAGIC) – advised to stop riding and straighten his mounts when shifting ground.

REPRIMANDS:

Race 3. Jockey R. Hanson (MESSENGER MAN) – advised to stop riding and straighten his mounts when shifting ground.

Hardrada Still Heads Railway Betting

Thursday, 21 November 2002 00:00

A member of the powerful Lou Louciani stable Hardrada is the $3.50 favourite with TAB Limited's pre-post market issued this morning.

Hardrada's task was made a little tougher when he drew barrier fourteen, while his three major opponents in early betting all fared better.

A full field of 16 and two emergenies are racing for Group One glory in the race which carries prizemoney of $509,000.

LATEST BETTING
TAB Limited

HARDRADA 3.50
STRATEGIC IMAGE 6.50
OLD FASHION 6.50
SQUILLANI 7.50
IRISH PRIDE 7.50
FINITO 10.00
CORPORATE BRUCE 12.00
KENSYL BAY 15.00
ZAHEED 17.00
SON OF VASAC 34.00
STORM SHOT 51.00
SUSPICION 51.00
TUMERIC 51.00
EXIT LANE 67.00
MAIN STAGE 67.00
TWIN POWER 2E 101.00
SHANE'S BOY 1E 101.00
DARK N DANGEROUS 126.00

Ascot (WA)

Saturday, 30 November 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast
Rail: 3 Metres

RACE 1: THE BUDGET MINIBUS RENTAL – 1000M

OCEANIC STAR (Jason Miller) reared at the start then shifted outwards bumping OLD SOL (J. Whiting). On jumping CELLIE BELLE (B. Mathieson) shifted inwards bumping SECRET INTENTION (A. Sansom), which had commenced awkwardly. Shortly after the start MAGIC ACES (P. King) rolled inwards bumping ROSE OF EUCLASE (P. Carbery). Trainer N. Parnham advised that ROSE OF EUCLASE had returned with its tongue over the bit. It was now his intention to change the racing bit on ROSE OF EUCLASE. OCEANIC STAR and MAGIC ACES raced greenly throughout. Approaching the 600m CELLIE BELLE lay outwards bumping FOREVER FRIENDS (C. Staples), which then raced wide. Passing the 600m WORLD OF FUN (Stephen Miller) lay outwards. Approaching the 500m OLD SOL shifted outwards away from CARE TO DREAM (W. Arnold) bumping OCEANIC STAR onto CELLIE BELLE, which then struck the hindquarters of FOREVER FRIENDS, unbalancing that filly. In the straight PRETENTIOUS (P. Knuckey) had a tendency to lay inwards. Trainer B. Wilkinson advised that it was now his intention to have OLD SOL gelded and then sent for a spell.

RACE 2: THE BUDGET DRIVES YOUR DOLLAR FURTHER – 1200M

Prior to correct weight being declared, Stewards interviewed the Official Starter, Jockey C. Staples, Trainer Mr M. Dillon and viewed the video of the start of this race to ascertain whether HAPPY PATCH was denied a fair start. After consideration, it was the decision of the Stewards that HAPPY PATCH had not been denied a fair start and correct weight was sounded. HAPPY PATCH commenced awkwardly and then dwelt, losing considerable ground. DANTE’S KALISTA (Stephen Miller) was fractious in the barrier prior to a start and then lost ground. HAPPY PATCH raced fiercely and near the 900m was steadied from the heels of EXPRESS THAT SMILE (J. Noske). Passing the 800m EXPRESS THAT SMILE restrained when close to the heels of TOP QUEST (P. Harvey). HAPPY PATCH, which was following, steadied in consequence. BLUE NEON (D. Staeck) raced wide throughout. DANTE’S KALISTA was held up for a clear run on straightening until the 200m. ARROWLETA (J. Whiting) bled from both nostrils during running. Trainer Mr D. Jones was advised that ARROWLETA would now suffer the disabilities of ARR.53A. Jockey Stephen Miller was questioned in regards to the running and riding of DANTE’S KALISTA. Jockey Miller explained that the mare was fractious in the barrier prior to the start, had commenced awkwardly and consequently had got back to a rearward position. Passing the 500m he elected to follow BLUE NEON and on straightening he elected to angle to the inside to improve through the field. However he was held up behind ANNA PAK getting clear after leaving the 200m. Jockey Miller was strongly advised that he is to ride in a manner as to leave no query.

RACE 3: THE BUDGET CORPORATE SERVICES – 1200M

IRELAND QUEEN (P. Knuckey) was fractious in the barrier prior to the start. Shortly after the start RULAIN (J. Noske) threw its head and raced ungenerously for a short distance. Approximately 150m after the start IRELAND QUEEN shifted outwards bumping heavily with T’SHOMBIE (S. McGruddy). Shortly after this T’SHOMBIE was held tight by RULAIN on its outside, shifted inwards making heavy contact with IRELAND QUEEN which then bumped on several occasions with HALO MAGIC (S. Parnham). Whilst accepting that T’SHOMBIE was unbalanced at this stage of the race, Stewards warned Jockey J. Noske (RULAIN) and advised him that he must make every effort to keep his mounts straight. FEARNOUGHT (Jason Brown) raced wide throughout. Passing the 800m BRANDO (W. Hughes) commenced to race keenly, steadying away from FEARNOUGHT. Leaving the 200m T’SHOMBIE shifted to the outside of FEARNOUGHT inconveniencing IRELAND QUEEN. Near the 100m T’SHOMBIE shifted outwards quickly bumping heavily with HALO MAGIC which made contact with JAG TALK (J. Whiting). Jockey S. McGruddy was warned and advised that when his mounts shift ground, he is to stop riding and straighten them. A post race Veterinary examination of HALO MAGIC revealed the gelding to be lame in the off fore. Trainer Mr N. Parnham advised that HALO MAGIC would now be sent for a spell.

RACE 4: THE BUDGET FASTBREAK – 2200M

An objection lodged by Apprentice C. Dredge rider of the third placed LAKESIDE SONG against MR. TAMBOURNINEMAN (K. Forrester) being declared the winner, alleging interference in the straight was dismissed. Passing the winning post the first time SUPER MOSS (Danny Miller) steadied when close to the heels of LAKESIDE SONG getting its head in the air, losing ground. LADY AVONLEA (J. Noske) raced wide for a major part of the race. MR. TAMBOURINEMAN raced wide from the 800m. At the 700m PLAY THE WHISTLE (P. Carbery) steadied when close to the heels of CHARMING STORY (P. Farrell) and then rolled inwards crowding POZIERE (J. Whiting). From the 600m until the 250m NOBLE TOUCH (P. Harvey) was blocked and unable to improve its position. On straightening MR. TAMBOURINEMAN shifted in quickly bumping LAKESIDE SONG. At the 200m MR. TAMBOURINEMAN again lay inwards making contact with LAKESIDE SONG which shifted inwards causing MAJOR DEAL (P. King) to be steadied. On both occasions Jockey K. Forrester stopped riding and attempted to straighten his mount. Trainer Mr L. Smith, when questioned advised the Stewards that given the tractability of MR. TAMBOURNINEMAN it was his intention to race the gelding in a one eyed blinker. Mr Smith was advised that should MR. TAMBOURINEMAN continue to race in a similar manner consideration would be given to taking action against the gelding. At the 150m POZIERE shifted outwards away from the tiring SUPER MOSS and bumped heavily with NOBLE TOUCH which then bumped with PLAY THE WHISTLE on its outside. Over the concluding 100m LAKESIDE SONG hung inwards. A post race Veterinary examination of MAJOR DEAL revealed the gelding to be lame in the near fore. Trainer Mr W. Godecke advised that MAJOR DEAL would now be sent for a spell. Trainer Mr W. Godecke was advised that MAJOR DEAL would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing or trialling again. A post race Veterinary examination of HEIR AFFAIR revealed the gelding to be lame in the near fore. Trainer Mr S. O’Donnell advised that HEIR AFFAIR would now be sent for a spell. Trainer Mr S. O’Donnell was advised that HEIR AFFAIR would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards and would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing or trialling again.

RACE 5: THE BUDGET RENT A CAR – T.J. SMITH TROPHY – 1800M

Whilst behind the barrier HALOPAK was accidentally kicked by another runner to the near shoulder and following a Veterinary examination was declared fit to start. Shortly after the start ZOOMETRIC (P. King) threw its head. At the 1400m WOOL ZONE (J. Whiting) got its head in the air and raced ungenerously for a short distance. ZOOMERIC raced wide from the 1000m.

Gear Change: KENNEDY – Noseband Off.

RACE 6: BUDGET RENT A CAR – PRINCE OF WALES STAKES – 1200M

HIDE THE HALO (J. Noske) was slow into stride. Approaching the 600m BEAUTIFUL BON BON (P. Harvey) rolled outwards bumping the hindquarters of FAIR ALERT (Jason Brown). ZINGARLO (J. Whiting) and SUSPICION (K. Forrester) made the turn into the straight wide. From the 250m until passing the 100m, HIDE THE HALO was unable to obtain clear passage. Approaching the 200m FAIR ALERT lay inwards slightly, inconveniencing KAPRATS. When getting clear and being struck with the whip KAPRATS shifted outwards making contact with FAIR ALERT. A post race Veterinary examination of FAIR ALERT revealed the gelding to be slightly lame in the off fore. Trainer Mr R. Sweetman was advised that FAIR ALERT would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing or trialling again.

RACE 7: W.A. CHAMPION FILLIES STAKES – 1600M

Approaching the 1200m when being steadied AMPHRITITE (Danny Miller) got is head in the air and raced keenly for a short distance. Leaving the 1000m AMPHRITITE, when racing keenly, shifted outwards from OUR MILLSTER (P. Harvey) bumping SUPERIOR STAR (S. Parnham). AMPHRITITE then shifted inwards making contact with DOLLY ZIUTO (P. Knuckey). At the 700m TRIMAGIC (P. Carbery) shifted outwards bumping OUR MILLSTER. At the 600m MEGADRAW (Jason Brown) restrained when crowded by SUPERIOR STAR which was held tight by OUR MILLSTER on its outside. MOUNTAIN EXPRESS (J. Claite) was also inconvenienced in this incident. FROZEN ASSETS (N. Chapman) raced wide throughout and bumped with OUR MILLSTER at the 400m. Approaching the 400m MOUNTAIN EXPRESS was inconvenienced by the tiring POINT OF NO RETURN (S. McGruddy). A post race Veterinary examination of OUR MILLSTER revealed the filly to have struck itself on the inside near fore pastern during running. Trainer Mr L. Smith advised that OUR MILLSTER and MYSTIC GLOW would now be sent for spells. Trainer Mr D. O’Loughlin reported that POINT OF NO RETURN would now be sent for a spell.

RACE 8: THE BUDGET MINI LEASE – 1400M

EPITOME (J. Whiting) received a cut to its left eye en route to the course. EPITOME was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Officer and declared fit to start. After being placed in its barrier SHE’S CAPTIVATING (Jason Brown) became extremely fractious. SHE’S CAPTIVATING was taken out of its barrier and was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who recommended the withdrawal of the mare when she was found to be bleeding from the mouth and nostrils. Consequently SHE’S CAPTIVATING (14/1) was withdrawn by the Stewards at 5.25 p.m. acting on Veterinary advice. All bets made on SHE’S CAPTIVATING were refunded. Deductions from winning bets were made in accordance with the conditions set out in Betting Rule 19. When behind the barrier INZAGHI (A. Sansom) was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon and declared fit to start. ROYAL MINX proved difficult to load. Trainer Mr J. Taylor was advised to make every effort to improve the barrier manners of the mare. POLITONIC (S. McGruddy) was fractious in the barrier prior to a start and commenced extremely awkwardly, losing ground. Jockey S. McGruddy advised that after being back in a rearward position, POLITONIC had raced extremely fiercely and as a result he was obliged to race wide and go forward. EPITOME lay outwards throughout. TRIBULATIONS (Stephen Miller) lay outwards from the 700m. A post race Veterinary examination of TRIBULATIONS revealed no abnormalities. Trainer Mr P. Coulson advised that he would monitor the progress of TRIBULATIONS and report any anomalies. FEEL THE PULSE (P. Harvey) made the turn into the straight wide. SKY ROMA (T. Ikenushi) was held up behind CHRISTOPHER MAC (G. Smith) approaching the 200m.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners, and Race 4. DANANMATT.

Trainer Mr L. Smith advised that DURBRIDGE TOY had strained its off fore tendon and had been sent for a spell.

LATE REPORT

Ascot, Saturday 23 November, 2002 – Race 7. Swan Draught Railway Stakes (1600m)

Stewards concluded the adjourned Inquiry into the reason for Jockey S. McGruddy being dislodged from SON OF VASAC near the 600m in Race 7 the Swan Draught Railway Stakes (1600m).

On Inquiry it was established that approaching the 600m, DARK ‘N’ DANGEROUS (T. Turner) steadied when close to the heels of SUSPICION (L. Camilleri). At this stage of the race, STRATEGIC IMAGE (D. Oliver) had improved on the outside of DARK ‘N’ DANGEROUS as that gelding had lay outwards brushing STRATEGIC IMAGE, which then made contact with FINITO (D. Staeck) on its outside. FINITO was then obliged to shift outwards slightly with SON OF VASAC, which was committed to the outside of FINITO, receiving a bump and blundering dislodging Jockey S. McGruddy. No blame could be attached to any one rider.

Ascot, Saturday 23 November, 2002 – Race 7. Swan Draught Railway Stakes (1600m)

Trainer Mr L.P. Luciani today reported to the Stewards that HARDRADA, during the running of the Swan Draught Railway Stakes (1600m) run at Ascot on Saturday, 23 November, 2002, had sustained lacerations to both fore legs and a hind leg. This was noted in the official Stewards’ report. Whilst these lacerations had been superficial, a fore leg laceration had become slightly infected and had been treated by the stable’s Veterinary Surgeon. He further explained that the training program of HARDRADA had not been interrupted and HARDRADA would be an acceptor for the Fruit ‘n’ Veg Stakes (1800m) on Saturday, 7 December, 2002.

Whilst in his opinion this injury had not affected the training program of HARDRADA, he was conscious of his obligations, under the Rules of Racing, to report this occurrence to the Stewards.

Mr Luciani was advised that Dr J. Medd, the Club’s Veterinary Steward, would attend, observe and examine HARDRADA at trackwork at Ascot Racecourse on Monday, 2 December, 2002 and report her findings to the Stewards.

SUMMARY

FINES:

Race 5. Trainer Mr L. Smith $50 ARR.8(e) for presenting KENNEDY in the mounting enclosure without its approved gear.

Trainer Mr C. Willis $200 ARR.140A for presenting and racing IT’S A LEGEND with an incorrect bridle in Race 3. The Tooheys Extra Dry at Ascot on Saturday 23 November, 2002.

VETERINARY CERTIFICATES:

Race 4. MAJOR DEAL (Trainer W. Godecke) – lame in the near fore.

Race 4. HEIR AFFAIR (Trainer S. O’Donnell) – lame in the near fore.

TRIAL:

Race 4. HEIR AFFAIR (Trainer S. O’Donnell) – lame in the near fore.

BLED 1^ST TIME:

Race 2. ARROWLETA (Trainer D. Jones) – ARR.53A.

Squillani Trains Well for Railway

Thursday, 21 November 2002 00:00

Squillani had a torrid time getting to Western Australia, being grounded at the airport before making the flight. The West's heat also took its toll but, the gelding has picked up in the last few days.

"I'm pleased I came over fairly early," Stokes said. "He didn't do that well when he first arrived. It's been 39 degrees but he's been better each day and his work has really picked up."

Stokes, who rides Squillani in work himself, has been giving the gelding a pre-dawn hit-out and swimming in the afternoons but he did have a solid gallop at Tuesday's Breakfast With The Stars.

"He galloped nicely on Tuesday and just did some more swimming and even time yesterday," Stokes said.

Squillani goes into Saturday's mile feature with three runs under his belt - the first two wins before finishing out of a placing for the first time in his career last start at Flemington. Stokes would have liked to have had another run under Squillani's belt but is just happy his feet are right.

"After he won the TEAC Stakes at Flemington his feet bruised up, and I had to nurse him through to his next start," Stokes said.

"He drew off the track, we rode him back and he overraced and knocked up. He's much better than that and has trimmed up since the run.

"He wouldn't have been here had he not had the setback, because he would have had a couple more runs in Melbourne but seeing he's only had a few this time in I thought it was an ideal opportunity to bring him over. It's good experience, both for the horse and myself, but I'm still adamant he'll be better next time in."

Saturday's event is Stokes first runner in Group 1 company. The young trainer, whose training background lies in Japan, boasts one of South Australia's best strike-rate, with almost a winner every two runners.

Despite having just over half-a-dozen horses in his small but select team, he saddles up runners in three states this Saturday.

Apart from Squillani in Western Australia, he has last-start Morphettville winner Vignor in a 1400m mares races at Caulfield, along with the consistent Nancy Eleanor in a 1514m three-year-old race at Morphettville.

"Vignor won so well last start she earned a chance to go to Melbourne," Stokes said.

"And Nancy Eleanor should run well in Adelaide. I would have preferred to run her over 1800m but decided to keep her against her own sex at this stage."

PICS - Quentin Lang.

Media Release - Jason Hickson (TRSA)

Ascot (WA)

Thursday, 28 November 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast
Rail: 3 Metres

RACE 1: THE SECRET REMEDY – 1400M

OFF THE SHELF (T. Turner) commenced awkwardly and shortly afterwards bumped KESTREL CALL (J. Claite) which had shifted inwards after being bumped heavily by MR O’MALLEY (Stephen Miller). PARTY SCENE (D. Staeck) was steadied near the 1300m when ITU DIA (P. Carbery) rolled outwards. TRUE ROCKET (C. Harvey) raced keenly and lay outwards throughout. OFF THE SHELF (T. Turner) raced wide from the 600m. MAPPERHOLIC (P. Harvey) lay outwards at the turn into the straight. Near the 225m MR O’MALLEY, when racing greenly, lay inwards inconveniencing ITU DIA. ITU DIA was impeded over the concluding 50m. Approaching the 75m and near the winning post KESTREL CALL and MR O’MALLEY bumped. A post race Veterinary examination of TRUE ROCKET revealed nothing amiss. Trainer Mr R. Harvey Jnr advised that TRUE ROCKET would now be sent for a spell.

RACE 2: THE PAGO’S KING – 1000M

KENHOLM (T. Ikenushi) was slow into stride. DECISION TO GO (T. Turner) raced keenly in the early and middle stages and near the 650m steadied from the heels of MEGADASH (Jason Brown). MEGADASH raced wide throughout. Near the 600m STAR TREKKING (J. Claite) rolled inwards crowding BINNU BOY (P. Harvey). Approaching the 300m BINNU BOY, when taken outwards, caused METAL MAIDEN (A. Sansom) to steady and bump DECISION TO GO. METAL MAIDEN was then impeded for several strides and shortly after was eased and taken inwards to obtain a clear run. Jockey P. Harvey (BINNU BOY) was shown a film of this incident and advised to show greater care when shifting ground. Passing the 300m STAR TREKKING and MEGADASH bumped on several occasions. DOUBLE JEWEL returned having cast its off hind plate during running.

RACE 3: THE JACKS OR BETTER – 2400M

During the preliminary Apprentice T. Ikenushi was dislodged from KAZZ when the mare baulked, taking an apparent harmless fall. Apprentice T. Ikenushi remounted and KAZZ took its place in the field. DELA VENTOSA (S. McGruddy) and ALPINE TROOPER (K. Nowland) pulled hard in the early stages. ALPINE TROOPER and KAZZ bumped on several occasions near the 1600m. DELA VENTOSA raced wide over the final 600m. Near the 450m ROYAL YANKEE (C. Itzstein) rolled outwards bumping BATTLE WIND (D. Randall) which then raced wide for the remainder of the race. THUNDELERA (C. Dredge) and DELA VENTOSA bumped on straightening. UNO JACK lay inwards over the final 200m carrying KAZZ inwards passing the 100m, with that mare brushing GILL’S DREAM (Danny Miller). Trainer Mr T. Jones was questioned regarding the apparent improvement of UNO JACK and stated that he had varied the gelding’s training routine by adding beach work and limiting track work. Mr Jones also advised that UNO JACK had performed well in the past when ridden by Apprentice C. Harvey. It was ascertained that the connections of UNO JACK had not supported the gelding today. A post race veterinary examination of WATERS RISING (Stephen Miller), which performed poorly, revealed no abnormalities. Trainer Ms V. Lane was advised that WATERS RISING would not be allowed to start in a race for a period of three weeks. GILL’S DREAM returned having cast its off fore plate during running.

RACE 4: THE ARGENTINE GOLD – 1800M

Approaching the 1400m TWIN POWER (T. Ikenushi) bumped FITZROY FLYER (S. Parnham), which was over racing. FITZROY FLYER then commenced to lay outwards, placing Apprentice S. Parnham at a disadvantage for the remainder of the race. TWIN POWER had a tendency to lay outwards in the straight brushing TRUE STEEL (T. Jackman) on several occasions over the final 100m. A post race Veterinary examination of FITZROY FLYER revealed no abnormalities.

RACE 5: THE STARGLOW – 1400M

SOBALADY (C. Dredge) and BALEEN LASS (T. Ikenushi) commenced awkwardly. Approaching the 1000m MIRA MYSTERY (P. Farrell) and CATWALK PRINCESS (E. Dredge) bumped. NICE ‘N’ SPICY (D. Oliver) and BATTLE MAIDEN (P. Knuckey) raced wide throughout. Passing the 500m DANNI’S CRYSTAL (J. Noske) steadied from the heels of MY LOVELY LADY (S. McGruddy). Approaching the 450m MIRA MYSTERY steadied when close to the heels of SOBALADY. Near the 400m BALEEN LASS (T. Ikenushi) and ISLAND ATTACK (C. Staples) bumped. NICE ‘N’ SPICY lay outwards from the 200m causing KISS MY HALO (P. Harvey) to be taken wider.

RACE 6: THE M’LADY’S JEWEL – 1500M

Shortly after the start KARA KARA (J. Whiting) shifted outwards onto BOSSE’S MATE (P. Carbery) which bumped heavily with CARLETTY (P. Knuckey), with that gelding bumping the hindquarters of PI MESON (D. Randall). Near the 1400m THE SAMURI (T. Turner) was steadied when BULLA PROUD (D. Staeck) shifted inwards. THE SAMURI and BOSSE’S MATE raced wide throughout. BOSSE’S MATE had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight. DYNAMIC ELITE was held tight approaching the 100m when racing between REGGEE on the outside and ALWAYS ALLBRIGHT on its inside. Near the 100m SUMMERVELD (P. King) shifted outwards tightening KARA KARA, which was steadied. Jockey P. King (SUMMERVELD) was advised to make a greater effort to keep his mounts straight in future. A post race Veterinary examination of KARA KARA revealed the gelding to be slightly lame in the off hind. Trainer Mr F. Kersley was advised that KARA KARA would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing or trialling again.

RACE 7: THE FIMISTON – 1200M

CONFLUENCE (W. Arnold) was slow into stride. Near the 1100m DIAMOND JILL (P. King) and BAY OF MINE (W. Pike) bumped. LUXURY LINER (W. Hughes) pulled hard in the early and middle stages and near the 650m was steadied behind DIAMOND JILL. DIAMOND JILL raced ungenerously in the early and middle stages and approaching the 600m was steadied from MAGIC DASH (P. Hall). IS IT SILVER (Jason Brown) raced keenly in the early and middle stages. LADY DIDALOT (C. Staples) was held up for a short distance near the 225m. Approaching the 200m DIAMOND JILL shifted outwards bumping RODEO MAN (J. Noske) which became unbalanced. Jockey P. King (DIAMOND JILL) was reprimanded for allowing his mount to shift outwards when insufficiently clear. Near the 150m LUXURY LINER was accidentally struck over the head by the whip of Apprentice C. Harvey (JOLLY JUDE). Over the final 25m BAY OF MINE shifted outwards inconveniencing ARCH RIPA (T. Ikenushi). Apprentice W. Pike (BAY OF MINE) was shown a film of this incident and was told that he must straighten his mounts when they commence to shift ground in future.

RACE 8: THE CORPORATE GUN – 1800M

CLASSIC ALLUSION was slow into stride and due to this Jockey A. Sansom was unable to position the gelding on the pace as instructed. DIAMOND SOLITAIRE (T. Turner) raced fiercely in the early and middle stages and near the 1400m steadied when close to the heels of BARNEY BOY (N. Chapman). Near the 1300m GRID (D. Randall) got its head in the air. CLASSIC ALLUSION and REBATE (J. Whiting) bumped near the 600m. Passing the 500m PEACEFUL OUTCOME (P. King) was steadied from the heels of THUNDER HAWK. SOUND OF SARAB (P. Carbery) lay inwards near the 300m. When questioned regarding the performance of THUNDER HAWK, Apprentice T. Ikenushi explained that he had attempted to urge the gelding forward from the 800m, however TOPSTOCK (S. McGruddy) had improved to his outside and the gelding was then held up until the turn into the straight.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners.

RIDING CHANGES

Race 2. Jockey M. Roney replaced by Jockey J. Claite on STAR TREKKING.
Race 2. Jockey G. Smith replaced by Jockey J. Whiting on ALLUVIAL GOLD.
Race 8. Jockey G. Smith replaced by Jockey on DIAMOND SOLITAIRE.

SUMMARY

REPRIMAND:

Race 7. Jockey P. King (DIAMOND JILL) - allowing his mount to shift outwards when insufficiently clear.

VETERINARY CERTIFICATE:

Race 6. KARA KARA (Trainer F. Kersley) – slightly lame in off hind.

NOT START THREE WEEKS:

Race 3. WATERS RISING (Trainer V. Lane) – poor performance.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATE:

Jockey M. Roney (Race 2) was unable to fulfil his riding engagement and will require a medical clearance prior to riding.

Ascot (WA)

Wednesday, 20 November 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast
Rail: 9 Metres

RACE 1: THE GOLDEN CENTRE – 1100M

OLD SOL (J. Whiting) commenced awkwardly and then stumbled. RIVER MIST (P. King) was slow into stride. SIESTA BAY (P. Carbery) raced greenly throughout, lay outwards approaching the turn into the straight and mis-strode passing the 75m.

RACE 2: THE TIME FRAME – 1000M

QUALITY ROW (K. Hawkins) dwelt at the start losing ground and was then reluctant to stride out in the early stages. Jockey K. Hawkins reported that, in his opinion, QUALITY ROW did not appear to be suited by racing in blinkers. BLOOMTIME (L. Camilleri) raced keenly in the early and middle stages. Near the 625m QUIRINALE (N. Chapman) steadied from the heels of BLOOMTIME and veered outwards. Approaching the 600m BLOOMTIME and AFRICAN PARK (P. Carbery) bumped. JACOBA (J. Whiting) lay outwards at the turn into the straight. Passing the 400m THORIUM (P. Harvey) shifted outwards bumping JACOBA. QUIRINALE returned with a minor abrasion to the off hind fetlock.

RACE 3: THE ARTELLO BAY – 2400M

Immediately prior to a start POLVERYZE (W. Hughes) turned its head sideways and as a result was slow into stride. Due to this Apprentice W. Hughes stated that he was unable to ride POLVERYZE on the pace as anticipated and in his opinion the gelding was not suited by racing in a rearward position. POLAR PRINCE (W. Arnold) blundered badly on jumping and shortly after bumped HIGGINS GOLD (P. Knuckey). POLAR PRINCE then shifted outwards inconveniencing RED ADRAAN (Jason Brown), which got its head in the air. HEIR AFFAIR (J. Noske) lay outwards shortly after the start. POLAR PRINCE raced keenly in the early and middle stages. TONES OF BLUE (J. Whiting) raced wide from the 800m. Near the 600m ALPINE TROOPER (P. Carbery) and HIGGINS GOLD bumped. Approaching the 400m DELA VENTOSA (S. McGruddy) lay inwards. Following the disappointing performance of POLVERYZE, Trainer Mr P. Finger advised that the gelding would now be sent for a spell. A post race Veterinary examination of HEIR AFFAIR revealed the gelding to be lame in the near fore. Trainer Mr S. O’Donnell was advised that HEIR AFFAIR would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing or trialling again. Jockey W. Arnold (POLAR PRINCE) was reprimanded for using his whip when his mount was out of contention.

RACE 4: THE ACE QUEEN – 1800M

An objection lodged by Jockey N. Chapman rider of the fourth placed MAGISSA against KAZZ (T. Ikenushi) being declared the winner, alleging interference near the 400m was dismissed. MY HATRAS (C. Harvey) dwelt at the start losing considerable ground. Trainer Mr M. Storer reported that following the running of this race MY HATRAS was found to be in season and would now be sent for a spell. LADY AVONLEA (A. Ng) commenced awkwardly throwing its head in the air. LUCE ROYALE (Stephen Miller) pulled hard in the early and middle stages and passing the 1600m shifted inwards away from POZIERE (J. Whiting) crowding MAGISSA, which was steadied. BATTLE WIND (D. Randall) raced wide from the 800m. MEGA ROLE (J. Hustwitt) raced wide throughout. Near the 600m BUREKUP BAY (J. Noske) steadied when close to the heels of KAZZ. Near the 450m BELLNAMI (L. Camilleri) shifted outwards tightening BUREKUP BAY, which was restrained and bumped the hindquarters of BATTLE WIND. On Inquiry Apprentice L. Camilleri was found guilty to a charge of careless riding under ARR.137(a) for causing this interference and had his permit to ride in races suspended for a period of 17 days from midnight 24 November, 2002 until midnight 11 December, 2002. Near the 400m MAGISSA, when attempting a marginal run between KAZZ on its outside and MEGA ROLE on its inside, made contact with KAZZ when MEGA ROLE rolled outwards slightly. MAGISSA then had difficulty in obtaining a clear run until passing the 200m. LADY AVONLEA was impeded between the 250m until passing the 150m. SOUTHERLY BLEST (S. McGruddy) lay outwards over the final 250m. Approaching the 175m MAGISSA was accidentally struck over the head by the whip of Apprentice T. Ikenushi (KAZZ). LUCE ROYALE returned with a minor laceration to the off hind.

RACE 5: THE TURF BELLE – 1600M

PARTY SCENE (L. Camilleri) was slow into stride. STAR MOUCH (W. Arnold) commenced awkwardly and shifted outwards bumping DOLLY ZIUTO (P. Knuckey). SUAVE LADY (T. Turner) raced keenly in the early stages. STAR MOUCH raced ungenerously in the early and middle stages, getting its head in the air and near the 1400m was steadied from the heels of ESCALA (T. Ikenushi). Jockey P. Knuckey reported that DOLLY ZIUTO raced greenly when leading. Near the 700m MEGADRAW (Jason Brown) threw its head in the air. Near the 250m JUNGLESSLY (P. Carbery) lay inwards. STAR MOUCH bled from both nostrils during running. Trainer Mr G. Webster Jnr. was advised that STAR MOUCH would now suffer the disabilities of ARR.53A. ESCALA returned having cast its near hind plate.

RACE 6: THE RESOLUTION – 1400M

NATIVE REGENT (T. Ikenushi) commenced awkwardly and near the 1100m rolled outwards crowding SUPERSTAD (T. Turner) which was steadied and bumped CARLETTY (P. Knuckey). KARA KARA (J. Whiting) pulled hard in the early and middle stages. NATIVE REGENT (T. Ikenushi) raced keenly in the middle stages. FIREDANCER (T. Jackman) was held up for a short distance at the turn into the straight. HOT HARMONY (K. Hawkins) raced wide throughout. KARA KARA was held up from the 500m until passing the 250m and shortly afterwards was steadied and taken outwards across the heels of HOT HARMONY to obtain a clear run. NATIVE REGENT was unable to obtain a clear run at any stage in the straight. FIREDANCER was steadied over the concluding stages when ALWAYS ALLBRIGHT (C. Harvey) shifted outwards slightly. When questioned regarding the reason for NEAR TO TOD racing on the pace today as compared to previous starts, Jockey J. Noske explained that the gelding was forced to race wide in the early stages and for this reason he allowed NEAR TO TOD to stride forward. Trainer Mr G. Bennier advised that NEAR TO TOD would be ridden in a similar manner for future starts. SHANAHAN bled from both nostrils during running and returned lame in the near hind. Trainer Mrs K. Fleming was advised that SHANAHAN would now suffer the disabilities of ARR.53A. TOUCHDOWN EXPRESS returned having cast its near hind plate.

RACE 7: THE PHIZAM – 1800M

EGO RHYTHM (P. King) was fractious in the barrier prior to the start. EGO RHYTHM (P. King) and MOSS MINSTER (W. Hughes) raced wide throughout. When questioned regarding the improved performance of SUPER MOSS (Danny Miller), Trainer Mr P. Miller stated that the gelding was better suited by the increase in distance today and it was now his intention to race the gelding over increased distances in future. Passing the 600m EGO RHYTHM and KING JUGAH (P. Carbery) bumped. JUDONIA (Jason Brown) was impeded for a clear run over the final 200m. Near the 150m MOSS MINSTER was held up behind the tiring EGO RHYTHM and steadied from the heels of OUR PARTISAN (W. Arnold). A post race Veterinary examination revealed EGO RHYTHM to be slightly lame in the off hind and the off fore. Trainer Ms K. Barrass was advised that EGO RHYTHM would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing or trialling again.

RACE 8: THE RUNYON (1D) – 1100M

POLITONIC (H. McLaren) commenced awkwardly. VOLATORE (G. Smith) was slow into stride. COORDINATE (C. Staples) shifted inwards at the start bumping PAGE OVER (C. Harvey). POLITONIC raced keenly in the early and middle stages. Approaching the 600m PAGE OVER and EXPRESS THAT SMILE (J. Noske) bumped. Near the 500m SUPRANTO (T. Jackman) and PARK ‘N’ PARTY (P. King) bumped. Approaching the 400m NATESA (P. Knuckey) shifted outwards bumping EXPRESS THAT SMILE causing PAGE OVER to ease. SUPRANTO, which was following, was steadied in consequence. VOLATORE was blocked from the 500m and when attempting to take a marginal run between LORD MILWYN and PLACID PARK approaching the 200m, was restrained and bumped the hindquarters of LORD MILWYN on several occasions. VOLATORE was then further held up until near the 100m. Jockey G. Smith (VOLATORE) was shown a film of this incident and advised to ensure that he has sufficient room before attempting runs in future. PLACID PARK returned with a laceration to the off hind fetlock. Trainer Mr H. Parsons will be contacted regarding the disappointing performance of LORD MILWYN.

RACE 9: THE RUNYON (2D) – 1100M

MOROCCO BOUND was unruly in the mounting enclosure and reared dislodging Jockey J. Noske who suffered some bruising and hip soreness and was unable to ride. Subsequently MOROCCO BOUND (25/1) was withdrawn by the Stewards at 5.05 p.m. All bets made on MOROCCO BOUND were ordered to be refunded with no other alteration to betting. Trainer Mr B. Lucas was advised that MOROCCO BOUND would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. TRUE SAINT (T. Jackman) dwelt at the start, losing ground. TOP QUEST (P. Harvey) dipped shortly after the start and shifted outwards bumping NOVA SCOTIA (P. Carbery). CRYSTAL GREY (T. Turner) raced keenly in the early stages. HONOUR YOUR DEBT (P. King) raced wide throughout. Near the 500m ROYAL REUBEN (C. Harvey) shifted outwards bumping RACER’S AFFAIR (W. Arnold). Near the 300m PRINCE OF CHARM (K. Hawkins) bumped NOVA SCOTIA. CRYSTAL GREY was held up for a short distance at the turn into the straight and had a tendency to lay outwards in the straight. ONZAIN (P. Knuckey) was held up over the final 100m.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners, and
Race 3. POLVERYZE

RIDING CHANGES

Race 4. Jockey P. Farrell replaced by Jockey Danny Miller on SIMOKON.
Race 7. Jockey P. Farrell replaced by Jockey N. Chapman on BARNEY BOY.

LATE REPORTS

Ascot Saturday, 9 November, 2002 - Race 5. The Devils Lair (1400m)
Trainer Mr G. Davies advised that TURN TO DREAM was found to be suffering a virus and that he would not start the filly for three weeks.

Ascot Saturday, 16 November, 2002 - Race 1. The Joondalup-Wanneroo Community (1000m). Trainer Mr G. Webster Snr advised that PRETENTIOUS had been unsuited to racing in blinkers and consequently he sought and was granted permission to remove the blinkers from the gelding for future starts.

Ascot Saturday, 16 November, 2002 - Race 5. The Midland-Kalamunda Reporter Community (1400m). Trainer Mr D. O’Loughlin advised the Stewards that on return to the stable POINT OF NO RETURN was found to be suffering from soreness over the back region, which has since been treated.

SUMMARY

TRIAL:

Race 9. MOROCCO BOUND (J. Noske) – unruly in mounting enclosure.

REPRIMAND:

Race 3. Jockey W. Arnold (POLAR PRINCE) using his whip when his mount was out of contention.

SUSPENSION:

Race 4. Apprentice L. Camilleri (BELLNAMI) – ARR.137(a) careless riding 17 days from midnight 24 November, 2002 until midnight 11 December, 2002.

BLED 1^ST TIME:

Race 5. STAR MOUCH (Trainer G. Webster Jnr).
Race 6. SHANAHAN (Trainer K. Fleming) and lame in the near hind.

VETERINARY CERTIFICATES:

Race 3. HEIR AFFAIR (Trainer S. O’Donnell) – lame near fore.
Race 7. EGO RHYTHM (Trainer K. Barrass) – mildly lame in off hind and off fore.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATES:

Jockey P. Farrell (Races 4 & 7) and Jockey J. Noske (Race 9) were unable to fulfil their riding engagements and will require a medical clearance prior to riding.

Mount Barker (WA)

Wednesday, 27 November 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast

RACE 1: SOVEREIGN MAIDEN – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner FRENCH BEAUTY (D. Oliver). BOLD GAUCHO (J. Pouillet) was slow into stride. FRENCH BEAUTY raced fiercely in the early stages. Approaching the 600m HAPPY HANNA (C. Harvey) rolled inwards bumping AFRICAN PARK (D. Randall) on two occasions. HOOKSY (K. Gladwin) was blocked from the turn into the straight until the 175m.

RACE 2: EMU BITTER MAIDEN – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner CLASSY CORVETTE (N. Hopwood). CYCLONE TED (J. Pouillet) jumped awkwardly, losing ground. DUBYA (M. Giadresco) shifted outwards at the start bumping IPARRPE (P. Farrell). PASSION POP (C. Harvey) dwelt at the start losing ground. Passing the 900m DUBYA shifted outwards quickly bumping BETAWAY (D. Oliver). CORPORATE QUEST (C. Itzstein) lay outwards at the 800m turn. Near the 775m BETAWAY rolled outwards inconveniencing CYCLONE TED. Near the 250m MR SIR JOLLY (S. Sheehy), when tiring, shifted outwards causing PASSION POP, which was following, to be steadied. Passing the 200m NOVA SCOTIA (K. Gladwin) lay inwards.

RACE 3: SWAN DRAUGHT SPRINT – 1300M

DAI LO BAN (C. Fox) was slow into stride. BAAN RIM PA (D. Oliver) was blocked for a clear run between the 500m until the 275m. Trainer Mr M. Hockey sought and was granted permission to remove the blinkers from BAAN RIM PA for future starts. IN THE CLEAR (C. Harvey) raced wide over the final 600m.

RACE 4: BECK’S HANDICAP – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner ALL MY PLEASURE (C. Fox). RETLAW (B. Sheehy) reared at the start, losing ground. TAQUAMENAW (L. Howlett) lay inwards over the final 250m. Trainer Mr B. Thomas sought and was granted permission to place blinkers on JESTERVILLE for future starts.

RACE 5: HAHN PREMIUM HANDICAP – 1100M

RON BON JUNGLE (C. Harvey) dwelt at the start losing considerable ground. As RON BON JUNGLE had offended in this manner at its previous start, Stewards advised Trainer Mr P. Parsons that the gelding would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. SPEED SHOT (J. Lemon) and RUSTI JANE (D. Oliver) bumped at the start. Passing the 600m THE CLIENT (K. Gladwin), when being steadied, mis-strode and lost ground. Shortly after this THE CLIENT failed to stretch out and consequently Jockey K. Gladwin eased the gelding out of the race. When questioned, he advised that at that stage he was of the opinion that THE CLIENT had sustained a serious injury. A post race Veterinary inspection of THE CLIENT revealed a laceration to the inside of the near hind cannon. Trainer Mr D. Wall was advised that THE CLIENT would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. RON BON JUNGLE raced wide over the final 500m. ERMINIE (B. Sheehy) had a tendency to lay outwards over the final 200m.

RACE 6: SWAN MID HANDICAP – 1100M

INDIAN ANGEL jumped extremely awkwardly with Jockey N. Hopwood becoming unbalanced. In this incident Jockey N. Hopwood lost both her irons and did not regain them until the end of the race placing her at an extreme disadvantage. After interviewing the official race starter and Jockey N. Hopwood, Stewards declared INDIAN ANGEL a definite runner. This necessitated a delay to correct weight. WILDPRO (L. Howlett) was slow into stride. Apprentice B. Sheehy reported that DARK PLUM lay outwards from the 600m.

RACE 7: HAHN PREMIUM LIGHT HANDICAP – 1300M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner LEETIDE (K. Gladwin). LITTLE BILL (D. Oliver) and MODYAR (L. Howlett) bumped shortly after the start. SMILE TIME (P. Farrell) was slow into stride. SCUETTO (W. White) raced wide throughout and was blocked for a clear run between the 350m and the 150m. DOWNHILL (C. Itzstein) raced wide at the turn into the straight. SMILE TIME returned with a laceration to its off side hip. JEV FORCE (C. Fox) sprung its off hind plate during running.

FINE:

Race 2. Trainer S. Casey $150 Reg.60(c) for failing to stitch the elastoplast bumper bandages on NOVA SCOTIA.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATE:

Jockey G. Smith (Races 2,5,6 &7) was unable to fulfil his riding engagements and will require a medical clearance prior to riding.

Albany (WA)

Tuesday, 19 November 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast

RACE 1: SOUTHWAY DISTRIBUTORS MAIDEN – 1100M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner ALENCON (G. Smith). ALENCON and CENTURIAN MISS (J. Lemon) bumped shortly after the start. DAME GRACE (L. Howlett) dipped on jumping. BLUEBIRD BOY (D. Oliver) raced ungenerously in the early stages. Passing the 200m PUREIGN lay inwards, obliging its rider Apprentice W. White to stop riding and straighten his mount. DAME GRACE lay inwards over the final 200m.

RACE 2: G.C. VAN EYK MEMORIAL SPRINT – 1400M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner YELMAR BOY (C. Harvey). PAY STATION (D. Randall) was buffeted at the start losing ground. MELLIERI (G. Smith) pulled hard in the early and middle stages and had a tendency to lay inwards over the final 200m. Passing the 325m YELMAR BOY and ENTERPRISE (C. Fox) bumped. A Veterinary inspection of the poorly performed HEAPS OF STYLE (D. Oliver) revealed no abnormalities. When questioned, Trainer Mr K. Smith was of the opinion that the increased weight had taken its toll on the gelding. Mr Smith was advised that HEAPS OF STYLE would not be permitted to start in a race for a period of three weeks.

RACE 3: VALIANT DRYCLEANERS HANDICAP – 1400M

NICANTIQUE (C. Harvey) was fractious in the barrier prior to the start and jumped awkwardly. VOLANT MISS (J. Lemon) was slow into stride. Passing the 1200m SATIN SPECIAL (B. Sheehy) steadied off the heels of HEAPS OF CLASS (B. Oliver). A Veterinary inspection of the poorly performed SATIN SPECIAL revealed no abnormalities. Trainer Mr P. Hunter was advised that SATIN SPECIAL would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again.

RACE 4: THE COMFORT INN HANDICAP – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner PIEDNIPPIE BOY (D. Oliver). LAKOTA CHIEF (J. Lemon) was slow into stride. HAUTE BRION (W. White) and COSMIC KID (L. Howlett) bumped shortly after the start. Passing the 1100m COSMIC KID shifted inwards bumping LAKOTA CHIEF.

RACE 5: KOOKAS RESTAURANT HANDICAP – 1200M

RON BON JUNGLE (N. Hopwood) dwelt at the start, losing considerable ground. MR. JOHNSON (J. Lemon) and DOWNHILL (S. Sheehy) bumped at the start. Passing the 1000m BLETCH MAGIC (G. Smith) shifted inwards tightening KITTY KITE (C. Fox), which steadied. Jockey G. Smith was shown a film of this incident and advised that he must allow runners to his inside more room in future. KITTY KITE raced fiercely in the early and middle stages. WILD EDITION (C. Harvey) raced wide throughout. RON BON JUNGLE had a tendency to lay inwards over the final 100m.

RACE 6: WESTERBERG IRRIGATION HANDICAP – 1400M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner IRISH WHISTLER (B. Sheehy). VIGOROUS BID (D. Oliver) raced wide in the early and middle stages. Passing the 750m MOORDIYAP (D. Skerrett) and PICTURE SKEW (G. Smith) bumped. Passing the 175m PICTURE SKEW, when blocked, shifted inwards off the heels of ARTIC NATIONS (L. Howlett) to obtain clear running.

FINE:

Race 3. Apprentice D. Randall $100 ARR.8(e) for negligence in starting his mount from the wrong barrier.
Race 3. Apprentice C. Harvey $100 ARR.8(e) for negligence in starting his mount from the wrong barrier.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATE:

Jockey R. Kirkup (Races 1,4, & 5) was unable to fulfil his riding engagements and will require a medical clearance prior to riding.