Newman (WA)

Monday, 19 August 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Good

RACE 1: SHIRE OF EAST PILBARA & NEWMAN STEEL MAIDEN – 1200M

A Veterinary examination of LADY SYLPHIDE revealed the mare to be lame in the off fore leg. Subsequently LADY SYLPHIDE was withdrawn by the Stewards at 12.50 p.m. acting on Veterinary advice. All bets made on LADY SYLPHIDE were refunded. Deductions from winning bets were made in accordance with the conditions set out in Betting Rule 19. Trainer Mr T. Parkin was advised that LADY SYLPHIDE would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing again. LINK OF GOLD (G. Cortes) lay outwards at the turn into the straight.

Gear Changes: LINK OF GOLD – Lugging Bit On

RACE 2: EAT MORE FRUIT ‘N’ VEG CLASS D HANDICAP – 1600M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner CYCLONE SOX (P. Hall). WILD COLONIAL BOY (G. Lemos) was slow into stride. Near the 25m CYCLONE SOX shifted outwards bumping WILD COLONIAL BOY. Jockey P. Black (GREY SNIP) was reminded of his obligations to set a reasonable pace when leading.

RACE 3: COMBINED UNION WORKERS HANDICAP – 1600M

WHERE’S YOUR BOOTS (P. King) was slow into stride. ALWAYS READY (A. Armes) pulled hard in the early and middle stages. Due to the poor performance of REVYAT (B. Ball) Trainer Mr C. Englebrecht was advised that the gelding must trial to the satisfaction of Stewards before racing again.

RACE 4: HEALTHWAY SPRINT – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner THINK SAFE (G. Gibbs). PRIME SHINE (D. Dicks), CONTINUING (P. King) and TRI FANTASY (P. Hall) all broke through their barriers prior to the start and were quickly restrained taking their places in the field. LOVE IT HOT (B. Ball) and PRIME SHINE were slow into stride. Near the 75m THINK SAFE rolled inwards causing CONTINUING to be steadied. On Inquiry Jockey G. Gibbs was reprimanded and advised that he must stop and straighten his mounts more quickly when they shift ground in future.

RACE 5: BHP BILLITON IRON ORE CUP – 2100M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner MORETTI (G. Lemos). MORETTI threw its head in the air at the start losing ground and shortly after mustered early pace to lead. CHAOS REGAL (D. Dicks) raced fiercely in the early stages. NEW PREDICTION (A. Armes) pulled hard in the early and middle stages.

RACE 6: NEIL ALLEN & GOLDFIELDS GAS TRANSMISSION CLASS TWO – 1200M

RHETT (P. Black) broke through the barrier prior to the start and was quickly restrained, taking its place in the field. On jumping Jockey G. Lemos (RAVADAZ) lost his off side iron and regained it after travelling approximately 50m. LADY OF GREYSTOKE (G. Cortes) and SMILE SWIFTLY (A. Armes) were slow into stride. OUTPOST (B. Ball) raced fiercely in the early and middle stages, getting its head in the air. SPEED SHOT (P. King) hung outwards in the middle stages and raced wide over the final 500m.

Northam (WA)

Thursday, 15 August 2002 00:00

Weather: Overcast
Track: Good
Rail: Out 6 Metres from 1500m to 500m

RACE 1: GRAFTON CHILDREN MAIDEN – 1000M

ANY BEAT (K. Forrester) commenced awkwardly. PRICELESS OCEAN (K. Hawkins) dwelt at the start. WHISPER QUIET (P. King) shifted inwards at the start bumping SPARTAN HERO (Jason Brown) which in turn bumped NOBLE DASH (L. Camilleri). SOUND MEMORY (B. Sheehy) hung outwards from the 800m. Passing the 400m KISS MY HALO (P. Harvey) shifted inwards bumping NOBLE DASH, impeding EXPRESS THAT SMILE (J. Noske).

RACE 2: DAVID GRAFTON MAIDEN – 1250M

CLOE’S SPIRIT (S. O’Donnell) shifted inwards at the start bumping DANSK A LOT (J. Whiting). BINK AND TWINK (T. Bajramovic) lay outwards in the early stages and raced ungenerously for some distance. LOOKS A BLUE (S. Parnham) over raced in the middle stages getting its head in the air. INNISCORA (G. Maker) raced greenly in the straight and shifted inwards quickly passing the 350m. RAG DOLL SANDY (P. Carbery) raced greenly in the straight and near the 250m shifted inwards bumping PARIS ROSE (T. Turner). MACHINE AGAIN (P. Harvey) lay inwards over the final 225m. CLOE’S SPIRIT raced greenly for a short distance inside the 200m.

RACE 3: HELEN GRAFTON MAIDEN – 1400M

FREIGHTMASTER (K. Hawkins) and KIPTANUI (C. Itzstein) bumped at the start. Near the 1250m RED HOT SPECIAL (C. Farrell) shifted inwards bumping heavily with KIPTANUI, which shifted inwards bumping NOTE THAT SMILE (J. Noske). Jockey P. Farrell (RED HOT SPECIAL) was reprimanded and advised to ensure that he was clear of runners when shifting ground. Approaching the 1000m RED HOT SPECIAL, whilst racing erratically, shifted inwards bumping LET’S DRINK IT (T. Turner) which shifted inwards bumping NOTE THAT SMILE. NOTE THAT SMILE was carried inwards tightening AYGUIDO (L. Camilleri). Passing the 1000m REVNAY (D. Randall) raced greenly and struck the running rail before veering out inconveniencing HEREDITARY (S. McGruddy). Near the 900m RED HOT SPECIAL, whilst continuing to race ungenerously, strode onto the heels of BOOK A TABLE (P. King). Trainer Mr D. Harrison’s representative was advised that RED HOT SPECIAL would have to trial to the satisfaction of Stewards before racing again. Near the 250m LET’S DRINK IT was impeded for a short distance, when racing between RED HOT SPECIAL which lay inwards and AYGUIDO which shifted outwards. Approaching the 75m NITRAM LASS (N. Rudland) shifted outwards bumping AYGUIDO. BOOK A TABLE returned with minor lacerations to both hinds.

RACE 4: DALE KEAYES HANDICAP – 1250M

JUNGLE GEM (L. Camilleri) commenced awkwardly and shortly after the start was bumped as INDRIVE (Danny Miller) shifted inwards. Near the 950m HISTORY SHOWS (J. Whiting) steadied off the heels of LITTLE EMPEROR (P. King), losing ground. BO TEMPO (J. Miller) raced wide on straightening. Inside the 300m LITTLE EMPEROR raced greenly and shifted outwards bumping JUNGLE GEM.

RACE 5: JASON NOTTLE HANDICAP – 2200M

RARENUI (B. Sheehy) shifted outwards at the start bumping SOUTHLAND HIGH (P. King), then raced wide in the early and middle stages. Following the poor performance of SILENT MOMENT (J. Whiting), Trainer Mr G. Ballantyne was advised that the gelding would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again.

RACE 6: GRAFTON ELECTRICS HANDICAP – 1400M

MY HATRAS (T. Ikenushi) jumped awkwardly, losing ground. On jumping LE GUERISSEUR BLEU (P. Carbery) threw its head which struck the inside of the barrier. CHER’S MAGIC (Jason Brown) lay outwards at the turn into the straight. Approaching the 250m DANCE THE BLUES (P. Farrell) shifted outwards bumping WESTERN LIGHTNING (N. Chapman), with that mare being steadied.

RACE 7: WALLY GRAFTON HANDICAP – 1600M

RUSSIAN CUT (K. Hawkins) was slow to begin. SMILE TIME (S. Parnham) jumped inwards at the start bumping GOOD BUY (C. Dredge) which lost ground. ALWAYS ALLBRIGHT (J. Whiting) shifted outwards at the start bumping SNOOZE CONTROL (P. Carbery) which bumped MORETON HALL (K. Forrester). SMILE TIME lay inwards in the straight. A veterinary inspection of the poorly performed GOOD BUY found the mare to have suffered cardiac arrhythmia. Trainer Mrs K. Barrass was advised that GOOD BUY would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness and would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. A veterinary inspection of the poorly performed VOLTAGE SPY (Jason Brown) revealed nothing amiss. Trainer Mr G. Ballantyne advised that in his opinion VOLTAGE SPY had been unsuited racing inside other runners. Trainer Mr G. Ballantyne was advised that VOLTAGE SPY would not be permitted to start in a race for a period of three weeks.

RACE 8: BARBARA GRAFTON HANDICAP – 1250M

MIRA MYSTERY (P. Farrell) was slow into stride. SOLAR ENERGY (C. Dredge) commenced awkwardly. KISS THE BRIDE (W. Arnold) raced fiercely in the early stages, getting its head in the air. CHARGE AND HIRE (T. Turner) over raced in the early and middle stages. ANSWER ME BLUE (K. Hawkins) raced wide throughout.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners.

FINE:

Apprentice T. Bajramovic $25 ARR8(e) for negligence in failing to sign the Apprentice Sheet.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATE:

Jockey S. McGruddy (Race 8) was unable to fulfil his riding engagement and will require a medical clearance prior to riding.

Carnarvon (WA)

Saturday, 17 August 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Good

RACE 1: JIM AYRES & DAVE POLETTI MAIDEN – 1400M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner FULL ON ACTION (D. Grenfell). ELLAND ISLE (D. Catarino) was slow into stride and raced wide throughout. Nearing the 850m SWEET SPICE (T. Zanker) eased from the heels of DELIVER THE GOODS (D. Dicks). DELIVER THE GOODS had a tendency to lay inwards from the 600m. Apprentice T. Zanker (SWEET SPICE) lost her near side iron for a short distance passing the 900m and near the 150m was unable to ride the mare along when her whip became entangled in the breastplate.

RACE 2: BARRY EVANS HANDICAP – 1000M

JUNGLE FERRARI (A. Ng) bounded on jumping. SURPANCH (D. Catarino) was slow into stride and raced greenly throughout. Passing the 200m JUNGLE FERRARI shifted inwards when struck with the whip, causing Apprentice Ng to straighten his mount.

RACE 3: STU MAVER HANDICAP – 1800M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner LOWER MONKTON (T. Zanker). BEAUTELLO (S. Godden) was slow into stride. When questioned regarding the apparent improved performance of LOWER MONKTON, Trainer Mr P. Daly advised that the gelding had appreciated the increase in distance and the decrease in weight, due to the claim of Apprentice Zanker.

RACE 4: SPEED MITCHELL HANDICAP – 1400M

DOBS (D. Dicks) and TIKTOS (S. Godden) dipped on jumping. BACKBURNER (S. Gates) raced wide throughout and had a tendency to lay outwards whilst racing keenly in the early and middle stages. Near the 400m DOBS shifted outwards bumping TIKTOS.

RACE 5: GASCOYNE BOOKMAKERS’ ASSOCIATION HANDICAP – 1600M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner SKY’S WILL (D. Tourneur). BOA FORCE (T. Zanker) was slow to begin. Approaching the 200m MONDE PRINCE (D. Grenfell) was crowded and momentarily eased as CROWN CHIEF (D. Dicks) lay outwards. Shortly after this CROWN CHIEF and RONALDO (S. Godden) bumped.

RACE 6: GLEN GREGORY HANDICAP – 1200M

FORWARD PLUS (D. Dicks) proved difficult to load. PIERRE (R. McKay) raced wide throughout. GIZMO (J. Lemon) lay outwards over the final 150m.

Belmont (WA)

Wednesday, 14 August 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast
Rail: 18 Metres

RACE 1: THE RICK HART – 1000M

SHE’S MY DESTINY (A. Sansom) dwelt at the start losing ground. BRONZE FIRE (B. Mathieson) commenced awkwardly throwing its head in the air, losing ground. ROSE OF ABJAR (K. Forrester) was slow into stride. MAGIC SONG (T. Turner) threw its head in the air at the start and shifted inwards bumping the hindquarters of BRAZILIAN (J. Oliver). MAGIC SONG then raced erratically and struck the running rail passing the 600m, becoming unbalanced. MISS BRODIE (K. Hawkins) which was following was steadied and shifted outwards forcing CONDITION (P. Harvey) wide. Due to the racing manner of MAGIC SONG Trainer Mr G. Webster (Snr) was advised that the filly would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. Near the 450m MISS BRODIE and CONDITION bumped. SHE’S MY DESTINY lay inwards in the straight. When questioned regarding the apparent improved performance of BRAZILIAN, Trainer Mr T. Yujnovich advised that he had instructed the filly’s rider to lead if possible at its previous start at Belmont on 3 August, 2002 over 1000m, however due to the fast early pace in that race this was not possible. Apprentice S. Parnham who rode BRAZILIAN at its previous start, was interviewed and advised that he had attempted to lead but was unable to do so and when being steadied in the early stages, the filly lost momentum and raced greenly. Mr Yujnovich further stated that BRAZILIAN was a difficult filly to ride and for this reason he engaged the services of a senior rider and was of the opinion that the filly’s improved performance was attributable to being able to lead easily today. He further stated that BRAZILIAN would be ridden in a similar manner when possible.

RACE 2: THE GARY COSSILL – 1000M

BROCKY’S WAY bucked on the way to the barrier dislodging Jockey A. Sansom and then made its way to the barrier riderless, before being recaptured. Jockey A. Sansom was examined by the Club’s Ambulance Officer and was cleared to ride. BROCKY’S WAY was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Officer and passed fit to start. Trainer Mr J. Byrne was advised that BROCKY’S WAY would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. SHOT TO FAME (G. Maker) was slow into stride. DEVIL’S DANCE (P. King) commenced extremely awkwardly, losing several lengths. MY PRICE (S. McGruddy) and NOVA PRESS (Danny Miller) bumped at the start. Near the 900m CRYSTAL CLEAR (P. Carbery) and LAKESIDE RHYTHM (W. Arnold) bumped. Near the 800m BEAURECLAIR (P. Farrell) shifted inwards tightening DEVIL’S DANCE, causing that gelding to steady and race ungenerously with its head in the air for a short distance. Passing the 750m LAKESIDE RHYTHM, when racing keenly shifted outwards causing STONE MAN (L. Camilleri) to restrain. PRICELESS MATT (J. Whiting), which was following, was severely inconvenienced. Near the 725m BROCKY’S WAY, which was racing greenly, steadied when MY PRICE shifted inwards. PERCIVAL PUDDLEDUK (K. Hawkins), when racing greenly, veered inwards near the 250m bumping SHOT TO FAME heavily. Due to the erratic racing manner of PERCIVAL PUDDLEDUK, Trainer Ms M. Midgley was advised that the gelding would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. Jockey P. King (DEVIL’S DANCE) dropped his whip passing the 200m. PERCIVAL PUDDLEDUK returned with self inflicted abrasions to both hinds and the near fore pastern.

RACE 3: THE LLOYD MEREDITH – 2400M

Passing the 2200m DURBRIDGE TOY (P. Harvey) shifted inwards causing COUNTER STRIKE (P. Farrell) to steady. BRIGALOW (Danny Miller) raced keenly in the middle stages. Passing the 1600m NIGHTWOOD (Jason Brown) strode onto the heels of COUNTER STRIKE and steadied. DEKKO (A. Sansom) raced wide from the 600m. BRIGALOW was held up for a short distance on straightening.

RACE 4: THE TONY BRENNAN – 1700M

KING LUKA (J. Whiting) bounded at the start tightening KING JUGAH (Danny Miller). ROCK KICKER (Jason Miller) was slow into stride. KING JUGAH brushed the running rail near the 1400m. ROCK KICKER raced wide from the 600m. Due to the poor performance of REDLANDS (K. Forrester), Trainer Mr F. Kersley was advised that the mare would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. Jockey J. Whiting was questioned in relation to his ride on KING LUKA over the concluding stages. Mr Whiting was found guilty to a charge under ARR.137(b) for failing to ride KING LUKA out to the end of the race and was subsequently fined the sum of $500.

RACE 5: THE RICHARD DULDIG - 1400M

OUR BIG PADDY (P. Farrell) sprung its off fore plate in the mounting enclosure and subsequently raced without the plate. PROTOPLASM (N. Chapman) was slow into stride. MY PASS (S. Parnham) bore outwards in the straight causing NEAR TO TOD (K. Hawkins) to be steadied and taken inwards approaching the 200m. NORTHERN BEAU (P. King) was held up for a clear run from the turn into the straight until passing the 250m and shortly after bumped the tiring OUR BIG PADDY. WESTERN POMPEII (T. Turner) returned having sprung its off hind plate during running. Following the disappointing performance of OUR BIG PADDY, Trainer Mr D. Harrison advised that the gelding would now be sent for a spell.

RACE 6: THE CARBINE CLUB OF W.A. – 1000M

HONOUR THE NAME (S. Parnham) threw its head on jumping. SHAKE MY HAND (L. Camilleri) and SUPER COVET (D. Randall) bumped shortly after the start. ALIBI BAY (S. McGruddy) was slow into stride. Near the 700m CABIN CRUISER (K. Hawkins) shifted inwards holding SHAKE MY HAND tight, which bumped MODEM (A. Sansom). Jockey K. Hawkins was told to allow runners to his inside more racing room in future. ALIBI BAY had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight.

RACE 7: THE LIN RYAN – 1200M

FAST HANDOVER (N. Chapman) was tightened at the start. FOREVER IDLE (B. Mathieson) was slow into stride. Passing the 1000m ACADEMY STYLE (S. Parnham) shifted outwards bumping MERCURIAL SMILE (N. Rudland). FAST HANDOVER raced keenly in the early stages having to be steadied near the 900m. Near the 950m GOLDEN DILEMMA (J. Oliver) shifted inwards crowding NAVEDANO (Danny Miller) which was steadied and then raced ungenerously. Jockey Jason Oliver (GOLDEN DILEMMA) was shown a film and advised to exercise greater caution when shifting in. Near the 800m MERCURIAL SMILE shifted inwards crowding ACADEMY STYLE, causing that mare to tighten CARRY KALI (J. Whiting), which steadied and shifted inwards resulting in TRUE BLOOM (T. Turner) being severely checked. TRUE BLOOM then struck the running rail, shifted outwards causing SLIPS (P. Carbery), which was following, to blunder almost dislodging its rider. FOREVER IDLE, FAST HANDOVER, and XAXELLE (Jason Brown) were severely inconvenienced in this incident. On Inquiry Jockey N. Rudland 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 23 days from midnight 17 August, 2002 until midnight 9 September, 2002. Passing the 600m SKY STORM (P. Harvey) lay inwards striking the running rail causing CARRY KALI to steady. TRUE BLOOM, which was following, baulked. WASHED UP (K. Hawkins) raced wide throughout. FURNITURE (D. Randall) raced ungenerously throughout with its head in the air. FAST HANDOVER was held up for a short distance near the 250m.

RACE 8: THE JIM WRIGHT – 1200M

PLAIN JO (L. Camilleri) commenced awkwardly and shortly afterwards was crowded when IS IT SILVER (N. Rudland) shifted outwards. MR. HOWELL (T. Turner) and CHRISTOPHER MAC (S. Parnham) were slow into stride. PRINCE MAKER (N. Hopwood) and PARK ‘N’ PARTY (Jason Brown) bumped at the start. Shortly after the start CAN YOU DIG IT (P. Farrell) shifted inwards crowding THUNDELERA (T. Bajramovic). Near the 950m PARK ‘N’ PARTY, when being steadied, commenced to over race. Passing the 800m LANCERO (N. Chapman) rolled inwards buffeting LOOSE END (J. Whiting) causing that gelding to become unbalanced and lose ground. IS IT SILVER, which was following, was inconvenienced. THUNDELERA lay outwards in the early and middle stages. CHIEF RIDGE (A. Sansom) raced wide throughout. Near the 250m PLAIN JO shifted outwards causing COURT PREGO (P. Harvey) to steady. LONE LOVER (D. Randall) lay outwards over the concluding stages carrying PLAIN JO out, which bumped the hindquarters of RANCHER VANN (K. Hawkins).

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners.

Trainer C. Willis was admonished for the poor presentation of FURNITURE in Race 7.

LATE REPORT

Broome Turf Club, Saturday, 27 July, 2002 – Race 3 North West Eggs Maiden (1200m)

Trainer Mr T. Roney advised that whilst it had been his intention to spell JAMESON, upon returning to the stable he believed JAMESON’s condition had improved and as such, sought and was granted permission to start the gelding without it being spelled.

SUMMARY

FINES:

Race 4. Jockey J. Whiting (KING LUKA) $500 ARR.137(b) for failing to ride KING LUKA out to the end of the race.

Race 5. Jockey J. Oliver $150 ARR.120(b) for being unable to make the weight on NEAR TO TOD.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATE:

Jockey Stephen Miller (Race 3 & 8) was unable to fulfil his riding engagements and will require a medical clearance prior to riding.

TRIAL:

Race 1. MAGIC SONG (Trainer G. Webster (Snr)) – raced erratically.

Race 2. BROCKY’S WAY (Trainer J. Byrne)

Race 2. PERCIVAL PUDDLEDUK (Trainer M. Midgley) – erratic racing manner.

Race 4. REDLANDS (Trainer F. Kersley) – poor performance.

SUSPENSION:

Jockey N. Rudland ARR.137(a) - careless riding 23 days from midnight 17 August, 2002 until midnight 9 September, 2002.

Belmont (WA)

Saturday, 17 August 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast
Rail: 3 Metres

RACE 1: THE BRITISH STEEL – 1400M

DANGER HAND (B. Mathieson) commenced awkwardly then veered outwards bumping KING CANUTE (J. Whiting). Shortly after the start STAR OF VAIN (P. Harvey) and PLATINUM (P. Carbery) collided. Shortly after this STAR OF VAIN struck the hindquarters of QUEEN OF SPIRITS (Danny Miller) on its outside. At the 1300m PLATINUM steadied when STAR OF VAIN lay inwards. STAR OF VAIN then had a tendency to race fiercely. At the 1250m HOT STATS (J. Noske) restrained when close to the heels of KING CANUTE. In the middle stages, when being steadied, DANGER HAND got its head in the air. PLATINUM raced wide throughout and at the 400m bumped with SURROUNDINGS (T. Turner) which was attempting to angle outwards. Over the final 100m HALOPAK (K. Hawkins) lay outwards inconveniencing MASTER KEY (S. Parnham).

RACE 2: THE PROFITEER – 1300M

Shortly after the start DANGEROUS PLAY (S. Parnham) dipped. At the 900m KELTWING (L. Camilleri) steadied when MADAM GUNDA (P. Farrell) shifted inwards. Approaching the 900m MIXED LAD (S. McGruddy) was held tight by KALASTORM (N. Rudland) on its outside and shortly after restrained away from KALASTORM. Jockey N. Rudland (KALASTORM) was advised to make every effort to keep his mounts straight. Passing the 850m, MIXED LAD again steadied and lost ground when close to the heels of KALASTORM. FAULTLESS (J. Whiting) raced wide throughout. CLASSY RAVE (K. Hawkins) raced wide from the 800m. At the 400m HIDE THE HALO (J. Noske), when making ground, was blocked behind STAR OF HAWAIIAN (T. Turner) and angled inwards to obtain clear running. Leaving the 200m KALASTORM, when momentarily held up behind the tiring KELTWING, shifted inwards brushing MY PASS (W. Hughes). KALASTORM returned having cast its off hind plate. FAULTLESS returned having cast its near fore plate.

RACE 3: THE POWER PLUS – 1000M

PLACID PARK (C. Dredge) and TRUE AND CORRECT (A. Sansom) commenced awkwardly. SON OF VASAC (P. Harvey) was slow into stride. Leaving the 400m MON DESIR (L. Camilleri) was held up and when attempting a run on the outside of PLACID PARK, raced tightly with DOUBLE JEWEL (S. Parnham) for a short distance. MON DESIR then angled inwards and was further blocked for a clear run. Approaching the 200m DOUBLE JEWEL hung inwards and restrained away from the heels of PLACID PARK. SERGESKY (S. McGruddy) was momentarily held up on straightening and at the 200m bumped on several occasions with TRUE AND CORRECT on its outside.

RACE 4: THE GOODWOOD SPRINT – 1300M

On jumping WHITE FOIL (P. King) veered inwards as NORTHERLY (P. Carbery) shifted outwards quickly. PINDARRI (J. Whiting) was severely inconvenienced in this incident. CORPORATE BRUCE (K. Hawkins) was slow into stride. At the 1100m NORTHERLY shifted outwards bumping WHITE FOIL, which then raced wide thereafter. At the 900m THE TIN MAN (A. Sansom) was held tight by SENATE LEASE (S. McGruddy) on its outside. Leaving the 800m THE TIN MAN contacted WHITE FOIL on its outside. On straightening THE TIN MAN was momentarily held up. When questioned Jockey P. Carbery advised that NORTHERLY had commenced awkwardly and shortly after he elected to shift the gelding off the rail to the two wide position and in doing so bumped with WHITE FOIL. He further added that NORTHERLY raced truly in the straight, but he had carried the whip in the left hand as he believed that the gelding was better suited to that style of riding. WHITE FOIL returned with an abrasion to the near fore pastern and the near hind coronet. PINDARRI and MASTER PARK (L. Camilleri) returned having cast their near fore plates.

RACE 5: THE STRAIGHT NO ICE – 1600M

PROVEN DESTINY (L. Camilleri) was slow to begin. Approaching the 1400m MIDAS ROSE (P. Harvey) got its head in the air and raced ungenerously for a short distance. At the 1400m HI DAWN (Danny Miller) raced keenly and near the 900m steadied when close to the heels of KIM TILLA (P. Farrell). SCENIC CRUISE (S. McGruddy) made the turn into the straight wide and bumped with VAIN ZOE (P. King) on its inside. MIDAS ROSE was blocked for a clear run from the 400m until approaching the 100m. Approaching the 200m GUARDED ANSWER (P. Carbery) was steadied when RECALL A STORM (D. Randall) shifted inwards. At the 200m SCENIC CRUISE lay inwards bumping VAIN ZOE. Jockey S. McGruddy was warned and advised to exercise more care in future. Approaching the 100m RECALL A STORM lay inwards under pressure carrying LUCE ROYALE (Stephen Miller) in onto KIM TILLA which shifted inwards slightly. At the same time HI DAWN lay outwards and MIDAS ROSE was attempting a run between KIM TILLA and HI DAWN. MIDAS ROSE and HI DAWN bumped with HI DAWN then checking away from the heels of GLITZY SHOW (J. Whiting). Whilst no rider could be held culpable, Stewards warned all riders to exercise more care in future.

RACE 6: THE WABASSO – 1600M

ALL IRISH (Jason Miller) was slow into stride. THURSTON (Stephen Miller) was slow into stride and shortly afterwards was inconvenienced when NIEBIESKI (J. Noske) veered outwards. On straightening MUEZZIN (J. Whiting) shifted outwards in an attempt to obtain a clear run and bumped heavily with KONJO (P. King) on its outside. After this MUEZZIN was unable to obtain a clear run near the 200m. At the 200m ALL IRISH and UNLIMITING (K. Hawkins) bumped. Apprentice T. Bajramovic was questioned regarding the riding of ALBANY BOY. Apprentice Bajramovic explained that she had been instructed to lead if possible, however after being crossed by LOCH WOOD, the gelding had commenced to race fiercely and she had elected to shift to the outside of LOCH WOOD. ALBANY BOY had then commenced to race fiercely and she considered her best option was to race on the outside of LOCH WOOD. She further explained that ALBANY BOY had raced extremely keenly with blinkers for the first time.

RACE 7: THE PALACE GUEST – 2000M

DASHING SCENE (K. Hawkins) commenced awkwardly. TANGO MAN (Jason Brown) pulled hard in the early and middle stages. Leaving the 1400m DASHING SCENE got its head in the air. MASTER CLAN (Danny Miller) raced wide throughout. TRUE STEEL (J. Oliver) was momentarily held up from the 500m until the 450m. Jockey P. Carbery reported that OHIO had an inclination to lay inwards over the final 200m. When questioned regarding the disappointing performance of MASTER CLAN, Jockey Danny Miller explained that the gelding had not started in a race for approximately one month and had been obliged to race wide throughout. In his opinion this had contributed to the poor performance of MASTER CLAN.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners.

SUMMARY

FINE:

Race 6. Trainer Mr G. O’Donnell $150 Reg.60(c) in that his elastoplast bumper bandages were not stitched.

Roebourne (WA)

Saturday, 10 August 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Good

RACE 1: ATLAS COPCO/KARRATHA TOYOTA & NOR’WEST FORD MAIDEN – 1000M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner NOT SO TRUE (A. Taylor). Due to the disappointing performance of BOB’S SCANDAL (D. Catarino), Trainer Mr D. Solly advised it would now be his intention to spell the gelding.

RACE 2: NORTHWEST MECHANICAL & FLEET SERVICES HANDICAP – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner JUDITH DENISE (G. Cortes). CORPORATE NEPTUNE (B. Ball) was fractious in the barrier prior to the start. REBEL HEART (G. Lemos) threw its head in the air on jumping, losing ground. OUTPOST (D. Grenfell) raced fiercely in the early stages, getting its head in the air. DEVIL’S SPEED (J. Lemon) raced wide throughout. Apprentice W. Pike (CARNIVAL KING) was warned and advised regarding the use of his whip when his mounts are out of contention.

RACE 3: SITESERV HIRE HANDICAP – 1400M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner DANKS A MILLION (A. Taylor). When being led onto the course STRIPJOINT (W. Pike) reared, broke loose from its attendant and galloped a short distance before being restrained. The bridle on the gelding was damaged in this incident and as such had to be replaced, necessitating a delay to the start of this race. MUTLEY (G. Cortes) was slow into stride and raced wide throughout. YAZZMAR (B. Ball) lay outwards from the 600m. RICH FIM (A. Armes) made the turn into the straight wide. Due to the disappointing performance of YAZZMAR, Trainer Mr C. Englebrecht advised that it was now his intention to spell the gelding.

RACE 4: RAPLEY WILKINSON HANDICAP – 1200M

TUSCAN VILLA (D. Catarino) raced wide throughout. A DUDE (G. Lemos) raced wide at the turn into the straight. When questioned regarding the poor performance of BLETCHLEY’S HERO, Jockey A. Taylor advised that the gelding had failed to handle the track. Trainer Mr M. Wallace advised that BLETCHLEY’S HERO had got down on both bumpers during running and would now be sent for a spell.

RACE 5: SWAN DRAUGHT ROEBOURNE CUP – 2200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner JAILBREAKER (G. Gibbs). SPEEDY (D. Catarino) jumped awkwardly, losing ground at the start. Passing the 175m JAILBREAKER, when under hard riding, rolled outwards causing NICANTIQUE (A. Armes) to be taken inwards to obtain a clear run. Jockey G. Gibbs was advised that he must stop riding and straighten his mounts when they shift ground.

RACE 6: KARRATHA SMASH REPAIR HANDICAP – 1600M

SET THE DATE (D. Grenfell) hung outwards from the 600m. Jockey D. Grenfell (SET THE DATE) was reminded of his obligations not to use the whip forward of his mounts shoulder.

Wyndham (WA)

Saturday, 17 August 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast

RACE 1: KRUINING ACCOUNTING & NORTHWEST REGIONAL AIRLINES HANDICAP - 1150M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner UMAHERO (L. Schmidt). UMAHERO delayed the start proving difficult to load. MANISTEE (T. Perry) raced ungenerously in the early and middle stages.

RACE 2: SWAN BREWERY SPRINT - 1150M

OLD LUCKY (C. Fox) lay outwards on straightening and near the 150m rolled inwards causing JAMIE-SON (L. Schmidt) to steady. Jockey C. Fox was advised that in similar circumstances, he should make every effort to prevent his mounts from shifting ground.

RACE 3: P & O PORTS HANDICAP - 1150M

TYPE CAST (T. Perry) rolled outwards on straightening.

RACE 4: NORWEST SHIPPING & PADDINGTON ALE HOUSE HANDICAP - 1500M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner TOTALLY FOCUSED (K. Gladwin). SEVERENCE (T. Perry) was slow into stride. Trainer Mr F. Brooks was questioned regarding the apparent improved performance of TOTALLY FOCUSED. He explained that he had increased the gelding’s workload since the previous unplaced performance at Wyndham on 10 August, 2002, and attributed this to the improved performance of TOTALLY FOCUSED today. When questioned as to the disappointing performance of EIRECON, Jockey C. Fox was at a loss to explain the run other than to say that the gelding had been under pressure from the 600m. Trainer Mr K. Moore was of the opinion that EIRECON may have resented racing back in the field with dirt coming back into the gelding’s face. It was his intention to have EIRECON ridden as close to the lead as possible in future starts.

RACE 5: ORDCO & WYNDHAM PORT CLASS ONE - 1400M

CONTRARIAN (L. Schmidt) lay inwards over the final 200m.

RACE 6: EL QUESTRO/ORD RIVER MEAT SUPPLY WYNDHAM CUP - 2200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner FUJIAMA (C. Fox). FUJIAMA lay inwards in the straight.

Wyndham (WA)

Saturday, 10 August 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast

RACE 1: WYNDHAM TOWN HOTEL/THREE MILE STORE MAIDEN - 1150M

UMAHERO (L. Schmidt) proved difficult to load delaying the start. UMAHERO raced greenly in the early and middle stages and lay inwards in the straight causing Jockey L. Schmidt to straighten the gelding on several occasions. Trainer Mr B. Halter advised it was his intention to race UMAHERO in blinkers at its next start in an attempt to improve the gelding’s racing manner.

RACE 2: MAC ‘N’ WEIR/JOHN FISCHER HANDICAP - 1150M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner CAR ROO BAR (S. Brownbill). IT’S MOOK TIME (C. Fox) bled from both nostrils during running. As IT’S MOOK TIME had bled previously on 14.03.01, Trainer Mr K. Moore was advised that under ARR.53A that all present and future nominations for IT’S MOOK TIME would now be refused.

RACE 3: CHRIS AND FAYE MEMORIAL CLASS ONE - 1150M

Jockey C. Fox was dislodged from LE RESERVE when in the barriers. After being examined by the Ambulance Officers he was passed fit to take his ride. KNIGHTS HONOUR (P. Shiers) lay outwards making the turn into the straight.

RACE 4: STATEWIDE OILS HANDICAP - 1150M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner MURPHY’S LAW (T. Perry). OLD LUCKY (S. Brownbill) raced wide throughout. Jockey P. Shiers advised that TRI FANTASY failed to stride out when asked for an effort in the straight and was of the opinion that the gelding may have jarred up due to the track surface. A Veterinary inspection of TRI FANTASY revealed the gelding to be dehydrated, which may have been caused from the float trip from Broome to Wyndham in the hot conditions.

RACE 5: COLEMAN BROS/NT LIVESTOCK EXPORTERS ASSOC. HANDICAP - 1400M

EIRECON (C. Fox) threw its head on jumping.

RACE 6: KIMBERLEY MARKETING HALLS CREEK CUP - 1700M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner MR. CENTREFOLD (L. Schmidt). MR. MILLENNIUM (S. Brownbill) shifted inwards at the start bumping MR. CENTREFOLD, which in turn bumped CATHALOOK (T. Perry).

WATC Chasing Huge Crowd With Free Entry to See Champ

Friday, 16 August 2002 00:00

The West Australian Turf Club have decided to try and attract one of the largest crowds in recent history to see their local hero Northerly return in the listed Goodwood Sprint.

The listed race over 1300 metres is one of seven races on the Belmont card. The Goodwood Sprint, a race Northerly won last year, is the fourth event on the card and will jump at 3.10pm (local time).

The Fred Kersley trained Northerly hasn't started since his fighting second to fellow Perth galloper Old Comrade in the Group One Australian Cup at Flemington in March.

Those wishing to take advantage of the WATC's gesture and cheer on their local hero should be advised the first of seven races jumps at 1.10pm.

Broome (WA)

Saturday, 10 August 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Good

RACE 1: TOPLESS CAR RENTALS HANDICAP – 1200M

CRUSOE’S REEF (J. Hustwitt) pulled hard in the early and middle stages. ENCODER (P. Dyson) raced keenly in the middle stages. Near the 800m RHETT (P. Black) was steadied from the heels of CRUSOE’S REEF, when that gelding was taken outwards. MEGA ROLE (L. O’Donovan) raced wide at the turn into the straight. RHETT lay inwards over the final 300m. A post race Veterinary examination of RHETT revealed the gelding to have sustained a laceration to the outside of its near fore cannon.

RACE 2: BROOME LOTTERY CENTRE HANDICAP – 1600M

BASILON (P. Dyson) was slow into stride and then lay outwards from the 450m until entering the straight. GREY SNIP (P. Black) raced fiercely in the early and middle stages.

RACE 3: PETERS ICE-CREAM HANDICAP – 1600M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner KEY TO CASH (P. Black). KEY TO CASH was slow to begin and was held up for a clear run from the 450m until the 300m. LEICA MONEY (P. Dyson) had a tendency to lay outwards over the final 75m.

RACE 4: ROEBUCK BAY CARAVAN PARK HANDICAP – 2020M

SILVER SIM was withdrawn by the Stewards prior to the commencement of betting and acting on Veterinary advice at 2.28 p.m. when that gelding was found to have strained its near fore tendon. Trainer Mr A. Beckett was advised that SILVER SIM would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing again. MORETTI (K. Gladwin) and DOMINIC (P. Dyson) bumped at the start. Near the 1900m MORETTI lay inwards carrying DOMINIC in, with SIR ISAYN (P. Hall) having to be steadied from the heels of ARE YOU ON (I. Albuino). ARE YOU ON pulled fiercely in the early stages and then hung outwards at the 1600m turn. Passing the 1200m ARE YOU ON veered outwards off the track and galloped through bushland. In this incident, Jockey I. Albuino was dislodged. Trainer Mr A. Ramirez was advised that ARE YOU ON would have to trial to the satisfaction of Stewards before racing again. Near the 250m, when attempting a run, SIR ISAYN shifted outwards and bumped KILLADEAS (D. McLean).

RACE 5: HARVEY WORLD TRAVEL SPRINT – 1300M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner MIGHTY MCCOOL (K. Gladwin). This race was delayed approximately 5 minutes awaiting the return of the Clerk of Course. NORTHERN DRAGON (P. Dyson) and NEWS REVIEW (D. McLean) were slow into stride. CIVIL LIST (P. Hall) was taken outwards to obtain a clear run near the 600m, then raced wide at the turn into the straight.

RACE 6: MATSO’S CAFÉ AND BREWERY HANDICAP – 1300M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner JARNOT (P. Black). JARNOT blundered on jumping.