Geraldton (WA)

Saturday, 26 October 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast

RACE 1: GO NORTHERLY HANDICAP – 1200M

NAME THAT TUNE (R. McKay) and RICE (A. Ng) bumped at the start. The saddle on DIAMOND SHALLAS (S. Gates) shifted forward shortly after the start, placing its rider at a disadvantage. DIAMOND SHALLAS had a tendency to roll outwards shortly after straightening. Near the 1000m the saddle on BRISTOL CITY (D. Tourneur) shifted forward placing its rider at an extreme disadvantage throughout the remainder of the race. HUMA HULA (T. Zanker) lay inwards over the final 300m.

RACE 2: KALBARRI YOU’LL LOVE IT MAIDEN – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner SISTER WHO (R. Mills). CREEK ROAD (C. Farrell) and INITIAL VELOCITY (J. Hustwitt) bumped on jumping. Running to the 1000m SISTER ROSY (R. Burnett) lay inwards and was crowded shortly after when MONICA LOVESKY (T. Zanker) momentarily rolled inwards causing SISTER ROSY to contact MORESBY PEARL (A. Armes). MORESBY PEARL then bumped INITIAL VELOCITY onto CREEK ROAD (C. Farrell), which bumped heavily with TOP END PRECIOUS (R. Quartermaine) causing both TOP END PRECIOUS and CREEK ROAD to be steadied and lose ground. On Inquiry Apprentice’s R. Burnett and T. Zanker were advised to exercise greater care in future. Passing the 800m MORESBY PEARL and TOP END PRECIOUS bumped. MR FLANAGAN (D. Dicks) raced wide throughout and near the 600m bumped INITIAL VELOCITY. Passing the 300m SISTER ROSY shifted inwards causing RED HOT SPECIAL (D. Tourneur) to crowd TOP END PRECIOUS, causing CIAPANO (S. Godden) to ease. On Inquiry Apprentice R. Burnett was reprimanded and advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances.

RACE 3: RON ASH FAMILY MAIDEN – 1400M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner SURPANCH (R. McKay). BOLD KINGSTON (D. Dicks) was slow into stride. Near the 600m BOLD KINGSTON and GREGAYE (R. Mills) were restrained and lost ground when SURPANCH shifted inwards. An Inquiry will be held into this incident at a time and date to be fixed.

RACE 4: GEOFF BAKER’S PAINTING SERVICE HANDICAP – 1300M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner PEAKAYE (A. Ng). Passing the 500m SPECIAL CLEARANCE (E. Dredge) had to ease, when PAGODA PRINCE (R. Quartermaine) steadied when close to the heels of CHANTESSA (A. Armes) and shifted inwards. Near the 300m SPECIAL CLEARANCE and BOOTENAL LIGHT (C. Farrell) bumped. SPECIAL CLEARANCE was blocked for a clear run over the final 150m. When questioned regarding the improved performance of PEAKAYE, Trainer Mr H. Williams advised that the mare had settled further back in the field than he had anticipated at its previous start at Geraldton on 13 October, 2002, and he had attributed the improved performance to PEAKAYE being able to race on the pace today. He also advised that PEAKAYE would be ridden in that manner, when possible, for future starts. CHANTESSA returned with lacerations to the near hock.

RACE 5: RAINBOW JUNGLE HANDICAP – 1100M

PELSAERT (D. Tourneur) dwelt on jumping and was bumped shortly after when YAN CHIN (S. Godden) shifted inwards. YAN CHIN then rolled outwards bumping DAME NOIRE (A. Ng). Passing the 900m YAN CHIN, when racing keenly, shifted inwards bumping PELSAERT, which had to steady off the heels of PERMARJEN (C. Farrell). DAME NOIRE lay outwards on straightening and bore outwards over the final 250m. Apprentice A. Ng advised that DAME NOIRE had lay out throughout running.

RACE 6: KALBARRI VISITORS CENTRE CUP – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner FIELDWORKS (A. Armes). MALWOOD (A. Ng) was fractious in the barrier prior to the start. LIKE A HORNET (J. Hustwitt) and FAMILY PRESSURE (R. Mills) bumped at the start. When questioned regarding the improved performance of FIELDWORKS, Trainer Mr D. Couper advised that the gelding had been caught racing wide for the majority of the previous start at Geraldton on 13 October, 2002 and had been better suited racing on the pace today and it was his intention to have the FIELDWORKS ridden in this manner, when possible, for future starts.

RACE 7: KALBARRI AMPOL AND FOODLAND HANDICAP – 1400M

IMPAIRE (A. Ng) jumped awkwardly. DOBS (D. Dicks) stumbled on jumping. BACKBURNER (A. Armes) pulled hard in the early and middle stages. IMPAIRE was held up on straightening until passing the 200m and near the 100m was impeded momentarily when DASHING WARRIOR (D. Tourneur) shifted inwards.

Northam (WA)

Wednesday, 16 October 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast
Rail: Out 3m from 950m to the 475m and Out 5m for the remainder of the circuit.

RACE 1: CASUARINA MAIDEN – 1000M

The Club’s Doctor was delayed en route to the course. Jockey D. Staeck was dislodged from EZINIKOFF (D. Staeck) en route to the barrier, taking an apparent harmless fall. EZINIKOFF was recaptured at the barrier and after being examined by the Club’s Veterinary Officer was passed fit to start. COYABA (J. Whiting) (33/1) which was unable to be loaded was withdrawn at 12.53 p.m. All bets on COYABA were ordered to be refunded with no other alterations to betting. Trainer Ms C. Stelmach was advised that COYABA would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. As a result of these delays, this race started several minutes after the advertised start time. BARFINE (T. Ikenushi) bounded on jumping. STARTEGO (P. Farrell) was slow into stride. CONCERTATA (N. Rudland) veered inwards shortly after the start. Approaching the 800m ARISTOCRAT LAD (P. Harvey) lay inwards away from SPLENDID ROYAL (K. Forrester) bumping STARTEGO onto CONCERTATA which steadied. OFF THE SHELF (W. Arnold) race greenly in the early stages, having to be steadied off the heels of ABBY DEE (P. Knuckey) near the 800m. Passing the 500m STARTEGO steadied off the heels of MR JINGLES (C. Dredge) and rolled inwards causing CONCERTATA to be steadied. EZINIKOFF lay outwards over the final 200m.

RACE 2: MELALEUKA MAIDEN – 1250M

SCOTCH (J. Oliver) commenced awkwardly, bumping DON’T SAY DON’T (L. Camilleri). Approaching the 900m KING SIZE (C. Farrell), when racing ungenerously, shifted inwards bumping LOCAL PRODUCT (N. Rudland) which shifted inwards bumping EVERYBODY (A. Sansom) onto DOLLY ZIUTO (P. Knuckey). Shortly afterwards, KING SIZE shifted outwards bumping I’M TOO DEADLY (K. Forrester). I’M TOO DEADLY bumped MOOKTA RIDGE (D. Randall) on several occasions between the 900m and the 800m. MOOKTA RIDGE raced wide throughout. Passing the 300m POEM (S. McGruddy) shifted outwards bumping KING SIZE on two occasions, with KING SIZE having to steady off I’M TOO DEADLY, which had a tendency to lay inwards at that point.

RACE 3: ACACIA MAIDEN – 1600M

MR. RIPLEY (K. Forrester) shifted inwards at the start bumping ROYAL YANKEE (C. Itzstein) which lost ground. GLEN WILLOW (N. Rudland) and PROFANE (T. Ikenushi) bumped on jumping. Jockey K. Forrester (MR. RIPLEY) dropped his whip passing the 1550m. M’LADY ROYALE (P. Knuckey) raced wide throughout. GLEN WILLOW lay inwards over the final 150m. GOLDEN NUGGET (S. McGruddy) had a tendency to lay inwards over the final 100m.

RACE 4: ADVANCED TREES HANDICAP – 2200M

WARRIGAL (P. Knuckey) was fractious in the barrier prior to the start then commenced awkwardly. When questioned on the disappointing performance of HEREDITARY, Jockey S. McGruddy reported that after racing wide from the 800m, the gelding had taken the turn near the 600m awkwardly and had changed stride prior to straightening. A Veterinary inspection of HEREDITARY revealed nothing amiss. LANAARA’S SON (P. King) had a tendency to lay inwards near the 150m. MY HATRAS (T. Ikenushi) lay outwards approaching the 100m.

RACE 5: W.A. FARM TREES-NORTHAM HANDICAP – 1250M

Shortly after the start, MAJESTIC BELLE (C. Harvey) rolled outwards causing SEACOMBE GROVE (W. Arnold) to ease. MAJESTIC BELLE was held up from on straightening until passing the 325m. KOLINSKY (J. Hustwitt) rolled outwards over the final 200m holding MOSS MINSTER (D. Randall) tight. Inside the 100m MOSS MINSTER bumped ARABASH (D. Staeck) which had a tendency to lay inwards at that point. MAJESTIC BELLE returned having cast the off fore plate.

RACE 6: CALLISTEMON HANDICAP – 1600M

THE BUSINESS END (D. Staeck) and AKRAM WARRIOR (J. Whiting) raced wide throughout. When questioned as to his reasons for leading today as opposed to MAROONA racing in a rearward position as its previous start, Jockey N. Chapman advised that the gelding had jumped quicker than anticipated and then had commenced to race keenly in the early stages. He therefore elected to allow MAROONA to stride to the front. Trainer Mr R. Smith advised that MAROONA had been somewhat slow to begin in recent starts, however he was of the opinion that the gelding was better suited when ridden on the pace and he would instruct that MAROONA be ridden in that manner where possible.

RACE 7: EUCALYPTUS HANDICAP – 1400M

SOUTHERLY BLEST (D. Staeck) was buffeted at the start between PROUD PARAMOUR (J. Whiting) and AFFAIR LADY (L. Camilleri). KINGSTON BLAZE (P. Harvey) raced fiercely for a major part of the race. PROUD PARAMOUR raced keenly in the middle stages. HEIR AFFAIR (A. Ng) hung outwards from the 800m.

RACE 8: RED RIVER GUM HANDICAP – 1400M

WIN TO GRIN (T. Ikenushi) and BRAIN STORM (Danny Miller) bumped at the start. Passing the 1000m POLAR PRINCE (W. Arnold) was steadied as FORNEW (L. Camilleri) rolled inwards. Near the 975m MY CHARISMA (A. Sansom), when racing keenly, was steadied off the heels of WIN TO GRIN. SYLVIA’S DAUGHTER (P. Knuckey) had difficulty obtaining clear running over the final 150m and bumped on several occasions with CASUAL SMILE (J. Oliver) near the 75m. CASUAL SMILE returned with a minor laceration to the near hind.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners.

RIDING CHANGES

Race 1. Apprentice W. Hughes replaced by Apprentice T. Ikenushi on BARFINE.
Race 2. Apprentice S. Parnham replaced by Apprentice T. Ikenushi on MIDNIGHT MAGIC.
Race 3. Apprentice S. Parnham replaced by Apprentice W. Hughes on DUNDALLY.
Race 5. Apprentice S. Parnham replaced by Apprentice D. Randall on MOSS MINSTER.
Race 7. Apprentice D. Randall replaced by Apprentice L. Camilleri on AFFAIR LADY.

FINE:

Race 1. Apprentice W. Hughes $100 ARR.8(e) for negligence in being unable to claim his full allowance on BARFINE.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATES:

Apprentice S. Parnham (Race 2,3 & 5) and Apprentice D. Randall (Race 7) were unable to fulfil their riding engagements and will require a medical clearance prior to riding.

Ascot (WA)

Wednesday, 23 October 2002 00:00

Weather: Overcast
Track: Fast
Rail: 9 Metres

RACE 1: THE GILT PATTEN – 2400M

ALPINE TROOPER (P. Carbery) stumbled on jumping. HEREDITARY (S. McGruddy) commenced awkwardly. Shortly after the start INDIGO KING (N. Chapman) shifted outwards bumping WATERS RISING (Stephen Miller). CASH TREASURE (K. Forrester) had a tendency to over race in the early and middle stages. Jockey S. McGruddy reported that HEREDITARY, which lay outwards at the 600m, had raced greenly throughout. At the turn into the straight ALPINE TROOPER lay inwards causing POLVERYZE (W. Hughes) to steady and shift inwards crowding LANAARA’S SON (P. King). INDIGO KING had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight. Over the concluding stages INDIGO KING and WATERS RISING bumped. HEREDITARY and ALPINE TROOPER brushed on several occasions over the final 50m. Trainer Mr R. McPherson advised that CASH TREASURE would now be sent for a spell.

RACE 2: THE VENETIAN PRINCESS – 1600M

KAZZ (T. Ikenushi) was unruly in the preliminary and was reluctant to proceed to the barrier. Trainer Mr M. Herbert was advised to rectify the mare’s behaviour or action would be taken against it. JET FLAME (J. Whiting) brushed the rear gate when being loaded, then was fractious in the barrier suffering a minor abrasion to the near side upper stifle. JET FLAME was subsequently removed and after undergoing a Veterinary examination was passed fit to start. BELLNAMI (L. Camilleri) and JET FLAME were slow into stride. Shortly after the start KAZZ shifted outwards bumping BADMINTON (P. King). KAZZ then lay outwards causing BADMINTON to be steadied from the heels of FLINTOFF (J. Shankar) and lose ground. BELLNAMI, which was following, was steadied in consequence. FLINTOFF raced wide throughout and near the 1200m bumped KAZZ. PAKASTAR (D. Randall) pulled hard in the early and middle stages. Jockey P. King reported that BADMINTON raced uncompetitively throughout, having to be ridden vigorously from the 600m in an endeavour to maintain its position and in his opinion would benefit from the addition of blinkers to its racing gear. Trainer Mr R. Price advised that he would place blinkers on BADMINTON for future starts. Approaching the 400m SUAVE LADY (W. Arnold) shifted outwards causing BURNSIDE (D. Staeck) to ease. KAZZ lay outwards at the turn into the straight obliging FLINTOFF to race wider. SUAVE LADY was momentarily held up near the 250m. KAZZ returned having cast its off fore plate during running.

RACE 3: THE YOUNG FILIPINO – 1800M

BUSINESS BOOM (K. Forrester) commenced awkwardly. At the 1700m HIGGINS GOLD (P. Knuckey), when racing keenly, bumped IRISH DANCE (D. Staeck) and then steadied from the heels of CROWNS FOR ALL (N. Chapman). Near the 1450m BUSINESS BOOM shifted inwards tightening IRISH DANCE onto CLASSIC ALLUSION (A. Sansom) which restrained. DROICHIDIN (Danny Miller) and HIGGINS GOLD, which were following, were inconvenienced. IRISH DANCE then commenced to race fiercely. On Inquiry Jockey K. Forrester 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 27 October, 2002 until midnight 8 November, 2002. HIGGINS GOLD raced wide throughout. DROICHIDIN returned lame in the off hind. Trainer Mr E. Cooley was advised that DROICHIDIN would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing again.

RACE 4: THE HEY CABBY (1D) – 1100M

SALAVAT (D. Staeck) proved difficult to load, necessitating a delay to the start of this race. MISS CORDERO (P. Carbery) was slow to begin. Shortly after the start KIM STORM (P. King) and SALAVAT bumped. TRUE SAINT (T. Jackman) commenced awkwardly and raced wide throughout. LAY A DOLLAR DOWN (Danny Miller) lay outwards throughout. KIM STORM was impeded for a clear run on straightening. TIP THE TILL (C. Harvey) was held up from the 450m until 150m. Near the 400m SALAVAT shifted outwards bumping LUXURY LINER (L. Camilleri). SOLDIERS ROAD (N. Chapman) was held up approaching the 200m and at the 200m steadied from the heels of TOP QUEST (A. Sansom) getting its head in the air. Passing the 200m KIM STORM bumped the tiring COLORADO RIVER (K. Gladwin). GEISHA MELODY (J. Whiting) and KIM STORM brushed over the concluding stages.

RACE 5: THE HEY CABBY (2D) – 1100M

MONSOON MASTER (T. Ikenushi) shifted outwards at the start bumping NUNCIO (Danny Miller). BIG DAM (D. Staeck) bounded on jumping. DANNI’S CRYSTAL (A. Sansom) jumped awkwardly. WENTWORTH (P. Farrell) was slow to begin. Near the 1000m KEYARBA (J. Oliver) shifted inwards slightly bumping BIG DAM onto URASTAT (J. Whiting) which made contact with CREW LEADER (P. Harvey). CREW LEADER then shifted inwards causing NUNCIO to be tightened and bump heavily with MONSOON MASTER. MONSOON MASTER then became unbalanced cannoning into NUNCIO, causing that gelding to check. Passing the 600m WENTWORTH brushed the running rail. NUNCIO, which was following, was inconvenienced. SPIRIT OF ZAB (P. Carbery) hung inwards throughout placing its rider at a disadvantage. A post race Veterinary examination of SPIRIT OF ZAB revealed no abnormalities. Trainer Mr C. Wilson was advised to rectify the gelding’s racing manner. SALVESON (C. Harvey) raced ungenerously in the early and middle stages and lay outwards at the turn into the straight. DANNI’S CRYSTAL was unable to secure a clear passage in the straight. Passing the 200m CREW LEADER lay inwards and then had to be taken outwards across the heels of BIG DAM to obtain a clear run. MONSOON MASTER returned having cast its near fore plate during running.

RACE 6: THE LUCKY JIM – 1500M

HE FOR HIDEY (W. Arnold) and GOLDVIA (J. Whiting) bumped on jumping. SURNAME (P. Harvey) commenced awkwardly losing ground. For this reason SURNAME was unable to be ridden in a forward position as was consistent with previous starts. AIKO (P. Knuckey) raced ungenerously in the early stages getting its head in the air near the 1300m. HE FOR HIDEY raced keenly in the early and middle stages. Near the 1000m DANCE SUPREME (P. King), when racing greenly, shifted outwards bumping AIKO, causing GOLDVIA to race wider. SPICE MISS (A. Sansom) raced wide from the 600m. Approaching the 500m TWICE (D. Staeck) and HE FOR HIDEY bumped. SURNAME was blocked for the entire length of the straight. Approaching the 200m AIKO rolled inwards, momentarily crowding RHYTHMO (P. Farrell). At the 150m HE FOR HIDEY and GOLDVIA bumped. Shortly after this DANCE SUPREME shifted outwards quickly, tightening MEGADRAW (P. Carbery) which bumped GOLDVIA outwards onto HE FOR HIDEY. HE FOR HIDEY then shifted outwards causing FROZEN ASSETS (N. Chapman) to be restrained. Over the concluding stages GOLDEN PROSPECT (C. Harvey) shifted inwards holding TWICE tight, with that filly bumping JAUNTY LAD (J. Hustwitt). Apprentice C. Harvey was shown a film of this incident and advised to make every endeavour to straighten his mounts more quickly in future. Jockey J. Noske was questioned regarding his riding of VICTORY SIGN. Jockey Noske advised that he was instructed to ride VICTORY SIGN back in the field in an endeavour to allow it to settle. He also stated that VICTORY SIGN had not travelled comfortably and had to be ridden along to maintain contact with the field. He further stated that VICTORY SIGN was racing in restricted room near the 450m and for this reason was taken inwards across the heels of SURNAME and lost ground. He further explained that VICTORY SIGN, when making ground near the 200m, was steadied and taken outwards and then when continuing to make ground was unable to obtain a clear run over the final 150m. Trainer Miss Lane stated that VICTORY SIGN was immature and would be ridden back in the field over an increased distance at its next start. HE FOR HIDEY returned mildly lame in the near fore and the near hind and also cast its off fore plate during running. Trainer Mr C. Webster advised that HE FOR HIDEY would now be sent for a spell. GOLDEN PROSPECT returned having cast its near hind plate during running.

RACE 7: THE ALL LEGAL – 1400M

BEYOND THE RISE was withdrawn at 9.55 a.m. when Trainer Miss C. Ward advised the Stewards that blood samples taken from the gelding revealed a minor viral infection. Trainer Miss C. Ward was advised that BEYOND THE RISE would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing again. PIENODZE (Danny Miller) dipped on jumping. SURVALL (S. McGruddy) and DANANMATT (P. King) bumped on jumping, as did ICE WINE (J. Noske) and SUMMERVELD (P. Carbery). EDITION (J. Oliver) commenced awkwardly and passing the 1100m shifted inwards crowding SURVALL (S. McGruddy) which shifted inwards causing GOODBYE CHERRY PIE (L. Camilleri) to dip from the heels of SURVALL. On Inquiry Jockey J. Oliver 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 16 days from midnight 23 October, 2002 until midnight 8 November, 2002. Near the 900m and passing the 700m EDITION shifted inwards crowding DIAMOND SOLITAIRE (G. Smith). Near the 650m SURVALL and DIAMOND SOLITAIRE bumped. Passing the 300m EDITION rolled outwards brushing DIAMOND SOLITAIRE which made heavy contact with SURVALL. EBONY HALO (K. Forrester) was held up from the turn into the straight until approaching the 50m. SKY ROMA (J. Hustwitt) was blocked over the final 100m and approaching the 75m was steadied and taken outwards to avoid the heels of the tiring PIENODZE. Trainer Mr D. Barker was questioned regarding the apparent improved performance of ICE WINE and stated that the gelding had raced more truly today as compared to its previous starts where it had raced greenly. Mr Barker also believed that the increase in distance had contributed to the improved performance of ICE WINE today. SURVALL returned with an abrasion to the near hind. A post race Veterinary examination of the poorly performed DIAMOND SOLITAIRE revealed no abnormalities. Trainer Mr R. Price was of the opinion that DIAMOND SOLITAIRE may have choked down during running and would effect a gear change for future starts. A post race Veterinary examination revealed GOODBYE CHERRY PIE to be lame in the off fore foot. Trainer Ms J.M. Mclaughlin was advised that GOODBYE CHERRY PIE would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing again.

RACE 8: THE EVER READY – 1200M

LADY ASHFORD was withdrawn at 1.30 p.m. when Trainer Mr L. Smith advised the Stewards that the filly had suffered an abrasion to the hip and multiple lacerations to the near hind after becoming fractious in the float en route to the racecourse. MR TIBBS (P. Knuckey) commenced extremely awkwardly striking the barrier. MEGA ME (P. Harvey) and SOFT NATIONS (J. Noske) bumped on jumping. CONDITION (J. Oliver) threw its head at the start. Passing the 700m JUNGLESSLY (D. Staeck), when pulling hard had to be steadied from the heels of MEGA ME. Running to the 650m REGAL TACTIC (A. Sansom) lay outwards bumping COVER THAT SMILE (L. Camilleri) which in turn shifted outwards bumping SHIRAZAMATAZZ (P. Carbery). SHIRAZAMATAZZ raced wide throughout. CONDITION raced wide at the turn into the straight. JUNGLESSLY was held up from on straightening until passing the 75m. COVER THAT SMILE was held up from the 350m until the 200m. MR TIBBS was impeded for a short distance at the 150m. Near the 100m SOFT NATIONS (J. Noske) bumped SHIRAZAMATAZZ. Trainer Mr T. Andrews when questioned on the unplaced performance of MEGA ME was of the opinion that the filly was unsuited to racing close to the lead today and in future would be ridden further back in the field where possible. TURN TO DREAM returned with a minor laceration to the near hind fetlock.

RACE 9: THE JUNGLE MIST (A WELTER) – 1600M

DYNALIEBE (S. McGruddy) was slow into stride. SWIFT AMMO (R. Burnett) struck the outside of its barrier unbalancing its rider for a short distance. Near the 1300m SPECIAL JESTER (J. Oliver) shifted inwards bumping DYNALIEBE. SWIFT AMMO pulled hard in the early and middle stages. MAJOR METAL (N. Rudland) raced wide throughout. Near the 150m DEVILISH DEALER (P. King) rolled outwards inconveniencing FRIENDLY MANNA (N. Chapman). DEVILISH DEALER returned with a rupture to the near fore flexor tendon. Trainer Mr P. Jordan advised that DEVILISH DEALER would now be retired.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners.

SUMMARY

FINE:

Trainer Ms V. Lane $100 LR.63A for employing an unlicensed stable employee.

SUSPENSIONS:

Race 3. Jockey K. Forrester (BUSINESS BOOM) ARR.137(a) careless riding - 12 days from midnight 27 October, 2002 until midnight 8 November, 2002.
Race 7. Jockey J. Oliver (EDITION) ARR.137(a) careless riding - 16 days from midnight 23 October, 2002 until midnight 8 November, 2002.

VETERINARY CERTIFICATES:

Race 3. DROICHIDIN (Trainer E. Cooley) – lame off hind.
Race 7. BEYOND THE RISE (Trainer C. Ward) – minor viral infection.
Race 7. GOODBYE CHERRY PIE (Trainer J.M. Mclaughlin) -lame in the off fore foot.

Geraldton (WA)

Sunday, 13 October 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast

RACE 1: CREEK RUSSELL CRUDELI HANDICAP – 1100M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner NAME THAT TUNE (D. Tourneur). On jumping NAME THAT TUNE threw its head in the air. IMPAIRE (A. Ng) held up momentarily on straightening. MR. SCATMAN (S. Gates) had a tendency to lay inwards over the final 200m.

RACE 2: HOLLYWOOL MAIDEN – 1100M

TICK THE BOX (P. Farrell) (8/1) could not be loaded and was subsequently withdrawn by Stewards at 2.22p.m. All bets made on TICK THE BOX were refunded. Deductions from winning bets were made in accordance with the conditions set out in Betting Rule 19. Trainer Mr G. Sorensen was advised that TICK THE BOX would have to trial twice to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. MR. FLANAGAN (S. Parnham) was slow into stride. CIAPANO (R. Quartermaine) raced ungenerously in the early stages. Near the 500m TAWAN (P. Black) had to steady when close to the heels of SISTER ROSY (W. White). Making the turn into the straight CIAPANO and SISTER WHO (K. Hawkins) bumped. Near the 300m SISTER WHO shifted inwards bumping CIAPANO which in turn bumped DAUBERVAL’S PRAYER (D. Tourneur) and had to be checked. On inquiry Jockey K. Hawkins was found guilty to a charge of careless riding under ARR.137(a) and was subsequently suspended from riding in races for a period of 15 days to commence on midnight 16 October 2002 until midnight 31 October 2002.

RACE 3: COASTAL DAIRIES MAIDEN – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner CHANTESSA (T. Bajramovic). RARE ALBERT (R. Quartermaine) was fractious in the barrier, prior to the start. WINROBIE (P. Farrell) and SERHEED RED STONE (K. Hawkins) bumped at the start. Racing to the 1800m SERHEED RED STONE rolled outwards bumping RARE ALBERT which in turn bumped BRAESIDE BULLET (S. Parnham). Near the 700m WINROBIE had to steady when close to the heels of COCKY FEATHERS (S. Godden). Passing the 200m GREGAYE (D. Dicks) had to steady when WINROBIE rolled outwards.

RACE 4: SANDY HARRISON JEWELLERS HANDICAP – 1400M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner LATEST SOVEREIGN (A. Armes). LATEST SOVEREIGN proved extremely difficult to load. Trainer Mr H. Williams was advised that LATEST SOVEREIGN would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. At the turn into the straight LATEST SOVEREIGN shifted outwards bumping LITTLE PARTNER (T. Bajramovic).

RACE 5: UNITED FARMERS SPRINT – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner MAN FROM MEMPHIS (C. Farrell). ZEDAMOSS (R. Quartermaine) threw its head on jumping and then raced wide throughout. SATAN’S HALO (S. Parnham) had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight. Jockey R. Quartermain (ZEDAMOSS) was reminded to reframe from using the whip when his mounts are out of contention.

RACE 6: PETERS AND BROWNES HANDICAP – 1200M

HUMA HULA (T. Zanke) and DRURY HILL (S. Gates) bumped at the start. PAGODA PRINCE (R. Quartermaine) jumped awkwardly. ELVIS RULES (C. Itzstein) was held up on straightening until passing the 200m. PELSAERT (D. Tourneur) lay inwards near the 150m and had to straightened by its rider. CYCLONE BEN (P. Farrell) ………………. Trainer Mr G. Sorensen was advised that CYCLONE BEN would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing again.

GENERAL SUMMARY

FINES

Race 2 Jockey K. Hawkins $95 LR.69(b) for accepting two rides in the one race.

Race 5 Apprentice C. Farrell $25 Regulation 40A for not having his winning rider book updated.

SUSPENSIONS:

Jockey C. Usher was suspended for three months from midnight 2 November 2002 to midnight 3 February 2002 under ARR.81A(1)(b) for failing to provide a urine sample.

Race 2 Jockey K. Hawkins – suspension ARR.137(a) from midnight 16 October 2002 to midnight 31 October 2002 for careless riding.

BANS:

Race 2 TICK THE BOX (Trainer Mr G. Sorensen) –not loading at barrier.

Race 4 LATEST SOVEREIGN (Trainer Mr H. Williams) – difficult to load at barrier.

VETERINARY CERTIFICATE

Race 6 CYCLONE BEN (Trainer Mr G. Sorensen)

Albany (WA)

Sunday, 20 October 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Good

RACE 1: BIO-JOHN MAIDEN – 1000M

BLUEBIRD BOY (D. Oliver) was difficult to load. BOSS ALBERT (G. Smith), which was fractious in the barrier and broke threw cantering for a major part of the circuit, was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Officer and declared unfit to take its place. BOSS ALBERT was withdrawn at 1.46 p.m on Veterinary advice after sustaining an injury to the near fore. Betting deductions were made in accordance with Betting Rule 19. Trainer Mr M. Nelson was advised that BOSS ALBERT would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness and would have to trial to the satisfaction of Stewards before racing again. CENTURIAN MISS (C. Itzstein) was slow to begin. FRENCH BEAUTY (C. Harvey) commenced awkwardly. CENTURIAN MISS lay outwards over the final 150m.

RACE 2: WALLY PETERS SPRINT – 1100M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner BOLD LEADER (J. Oliver). Passing the 800m YELMAR BOY (C. Harvey), when over racing, steadied off the heels of BLETCHLEY PRIDE (J. Hustwitt), getting its head in the air.

RACE 3: RUSSELL JOHNS MEMORIAL MAIDEN – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner TRUE ROCKET (C. Harvey). PUREIGN was fractious on entering the track dislodging its rider Apprentice W. Hughes. As Apprentice W. Hughes was unable to fulfil his riding engagments after sustaining an injury to his right leg, PUREIGN was withdrawn at 2.58 p.m. Betting deductions were made in accordance with Betting Rule 19. CHUCKA KHAN (W. White) dwelt on jumping, losing ground. CASUIST (J. Oliver) and TRUE DAWN (J. Lemon) raced keenly in the early stages, getting their heads in the air. Passing the 200m MISS MUNGRUP (C. Itzstein) shifted inwards carrying in CHUCKA KHAN. Approaching the 100m ARTIFICIAL (M. Giadresco), which was racing to the inside of CHUCKA KHAN, was carried inwards and steadied. Approaching the 50m, as MISS MUNGRUP continued to shift inwards, CHUCKA KHAN was tightened for room and bumped heavily on several occasions with SURE CAN BOY (B. Sheehy), with CHUCKA KHAN being restrained. On Inquiry Jockey C. Itzstein pleaded 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 16 days from midnight 20 October, 2002 until midnight 6 November, 2002. Jockey N. Hopwood reported that CLASSY CORVETTE lay outwards throughout. CLASSY CORVETTE returned with a minor laceration to the off hind.

RACE 4: J & S CASTLEHOW ELECTRICAL SERVICES HANDICAP – 1100M

HOT HARMONY (J. Oliver) and ALL MY PLEASURE (C. Fox) bumped shortly after the start. SATIN SPECIAL (B. Sheehy) mis-strode approaching the 800m. Approaching the 200m ALL MY PLEASURE rolled outwards inconveniencing TRIPLE SHOT (J. Lemon), which steadied outwards to obtain clear running.

RACE 5: COUGAR HANDICAP – 1100M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner ERMINIE (G. Smith). As no other riders were available to replace the injured Apprentice W. Hughes, Apprentice M. Giadresco was given permission to ride PROTENCITY 0.5kg over his MRW of 51.0kg. RUSTI JANE (D. Oliver) and PROTENCITY bumped shortly after the start. Approaching the 750m IRISH WHISTLER (D. Skerrett) rolled inwards away from LORRADAUX (J. Hustwitt) tightening MR. JOHNSON (J. Lemon). Approaching the 200m LORRADAUX was momentarily tightened as ARCTIC NATIONS (L. Howlett) rolled inwards and MR. JOHNSON shifted outwards slightly.

RACE 6: SOUTHCOAST KIT HOMES HANDICAP – 1200M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner HEAPS OF CLASS (D. Oliver). GUN BARREL BLUE (B. Sheehy) lay outwards throughout and hung outwards prior to straightening.

RIDING CHANGES

Race 4. Apprentice W. Hughes (injured) replaced by Apprentice C. Harvey on JOLLY JUDE.
Race 5. Apprentice W. Hughes replaced by Apprentice M. Giadresco on PROTENCITY.
Race 6. Apprentice W. Hughes replaced by Jockey G. Smith on MAESTRO’S MAGIC.

FINES:

Race 1. Trainer Mr K. Smith $25 ARR.8(e) for negligence in presenting FRENCH BEAUTY in other than its approved gear.
Race 3. Trainer Mr A. McGuinniss $25 ARR.8(e) for negligence in presenting JINGALLI in other than its approved gear.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATE:

Apprentice W. Hughes (Race 4,5 & 6) was unable to fulfil his riding engagements and will require a medical clearance prior to riding.

Belmont (WA)

Saturday, 12 October 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast
Rail: 3 Metres

RACE 1: THE FLYING MEDAL – 1200M

At the start FAMILY MONEY (Stephen Miller) shifted outwards bumping GOLDVIA (A. Sansom). HOT SHOT BROTHER (P. King) and PRICELESS MATT (T. Ikenushi) commenced awkwardly. Passing the 1000m MASTER KEY was buffeted between HALO MAGIC (S. Parnham) on its inside and TWICE (P. Harvey) on its outside. On inquiry it was established that when making ground HOT SHOT BROTHER had lay inwards, tightening TWICE onto MASTER KEY. Whilst accepting that HOT SHOT BROTHER had lay in, Stewards advised Jockey P. King to make a greater effort to keep his mounts straight. Passing the 900m TWICE lay inwards making contact with MASTER KEY. Near the 850m PRICELESS MATT lay inwards bumping heavily with GOLDVIA. After this GOLDVIA raced greenly. Near the 300m TWICE when held tight by PRICELESS MATT on its outside, lay inwards as HANSHANDI angled outwards. In this incident HANSHANDI and TWICE bumped on several occasions. At the 150m MASTER KEY and HALO MAGIC brushed. TWICE returned slightly lame in the near fore. Trainer Mr A. Mathews was advised that TWICE would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing again.

Gear change: GOLDVIA pacifiers off.

RACE 2: THE COMMON TOUCH – 1200M

After going onto the track to do its preliminary, BLUE NEON became intractable, baulked and refused to proceed to the barrier. BLUE NEON (10/1) was withdrawn by the Stewards at 1.15 p.m. All bets made on BLUE NEON were refunded. Deductions from winning bets were made in accordance with the conditions set out in Betting Rule 19. Trainer Mr P. Miller was advised that BLUE NEON would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. As the start was effected, MAJOR DEAL (P. King) had its head turned and commenced awkwardly. ROYAL MINX (L. Camilleri) reared at the start. NUNCIO (Danny Miller) raced wide throughout. LUXURY LINER (S. Parnham) over-raced in the early and middle stages. Approaching the 800m TILT THE GLASS (G. Smith) raced fiercely and steadied away from LUXURY LINER. At the 750m LUXURY LINER and NUNCIO bumped. LUXURY LINER lay outwards bumping NUNCIO at the 500m. Approaching the turn into the straight, TILT THE GLASS was held up behind NUNCIO shifted outwards and made the turn into the straight wide. In the straight TILT THE GLASS had a tendency to lay inwards. Passing the 200m GEISHA MELODY (J. Whiting) lay inwards.

RACE 3: THE JOY OF THE JUNGLE – 1400M

Shortly after the start MAGISSA (N. CHAPMAN) shifted out bumping VAIN ZOE (P. King). Passing the 900m TWILIGHT SPY (P. Carbery) steadied when close to the heels of VAIN ZOE. At the 250m MADAM GUNDA (T. Ikenushi) was held up behind VAIN ZOE and shifted to the outside to obtain clear running. Over the final 200m HIDE THE HALO hung inwards on several occasions, with Apprentice S. Parnham momentarily having to stop riding to straighten his mount. Leaving the 200m VAIN ZOE lay in. Passing the 150m MAGISSA had a tendency to lay outwards. Trainer Mr D. Harrison advised that MADAM GUNDA would now have a letup.

RACE 4: THE ULLYATT – 1000M

ADARKA GREY (T. Ikenushi) stumbled at the start. REGAL RAIDER (P. Carbery) dipped on jumping. Approaching the 800m BEAUTIFUL BON BON (P. Harvey) steadied when ERIN PAK (S. Parnham) shifted out slightly. SUPER THRUST (N. Hopwood) hung inwards in the straight. At the 175m BEAUTIFUL BON BON was unable to obtain a clear passage and angled outwards to obtain a clear run.

RACE 5: RUABON STAKES – 1200M

OLD FASHION (Stephen Miller) was slow into stride. On jumping MASTER PARK (J. Whiting) slipped behind. Shortly after the start FRIENDLY MANNA (N. Chapman) steadied, when SHAKE MY HAND (K. Forrester) rolled in. At the 900m IRISH PRIDE (S. Parnham) steadied when close to the heels of STORM SHOT (P. Harvey). SENATE LEASE (S. McGruddy) which was following, restrained in consequence. At the 850m KAPRATS (P. King) when racing keenly, steadied from SHAKE MY HAND. At the 700m KENSYL BAY (P. Knuckey) was held tight between SENATE LEASE on its outside and FRIENDLY MANNA on its inside, and shortly after restrained when FRIENDLY MANNA rolled outwards. OLD FASHION and MR. CALLAHAN (T. Ikenushi) raced wide at the 700m. WHITE FOIL (R. Mills) made the turn into the straight wide. Jockey P. Carbery reported SHANE’S BOY hung out throughout. Passing the 250m IRISH PRIDE commenced to hang inwards and bumped with KAPRATS. For the remainder of the straight IRISH PRIDE continued to lay inwards, proving difficult for Apprentice S. Parnham to ride out. KAPRATS which was racing on the inside of IRISH PRIDE, was impeded for a major part of the straight.

RACE 6: THE RUNYON – 1400M

On jumping KIWI HOMBRE (P. Harvey), DEPARTURE LOUNGE (D. Staeck) and NATIVE REGENT (D. Randall) came together. Shortly after the start CHRISTOPHER MAC (G. Smith) shifted outwards bumping LADOS (L. Camilleri). Approaching the 900m when the pace slackened IT’S A LEGEND (P. Carbery) steadied from COMEBACK KID (S. McGruddy) and dipped. From on straightening until the 220m TWIN POWER (T. Ikenushi) was blocked and unable to obtain a clear run. COMEBACK KID returned having cast its off hind plate.

RACE 7: THE FAREWELL TO BELMONT – 1600M

FORE STAY (G. Smith) dwelt at the start losing ground. Jockey G. Smith reported that the gelding had been reluctant to jump cleanly. On jumping SILENT GUNS (P. King) and LOCH WOOD (W. Arnold) bumped. TOTALLY MAROONED (L. Camilleri) commenced awkwardly getting its head in the air and shortly after buffeted with NEAR TO TOD (S. Parnham). GENERAL GRANT (S. McGruddy) veered outwards at the start. Passing the 1400m SILENT GUNS commenced to race fiercely and steadied from INDEXATION (Stephen Miller) which at this stage was over-racing. At this point, the saddle on INDEXATION slipped forward slightly, resulting in Jockey Stephen Miller allowing the gelding to stride. Passing the 900m LOCH WOOD, when being restrained, rolled outwards inconveniencing SILENT GUNS. FORE STAY made the turn into the straight wide. FITZROY FLYER (W. Hughes) had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight. At the 300m TOTALLY MAROONED when held up behind SILENT GUNS, restrained and shifted to the outside to obtain a clear run.

RACE 8: THE BACK TO ASCOT – 2200M

Shortly after the start RAJA BOY (N. Rudland) shifted inwards as STORM POWER (K. Forrester) veered outwards. STORM POWER and BLEVVO (T. Ikenushi) collided, with BLEVVO striking the hindquarters of RAJA BOY. When being straightened STORM POWER then made contact with INDIGO KING (N. Chapman). Passing the crossing at the 1600m MIRROR MOON (D. Randall) commenced to race ungenerously, throwing its head. SO CANNY (P. King) raced wide from the 800m. At the 150m MIRROR MOON when making ground,

restrained away from STORM POWER. MYSTERY LAD strained a flexor tendon in the off fore leg. Trainer Mr R. Bynder advised that it was his intention to have an ultrasound scan carried out on the tendon and depending on the outcome, the future of MYSTERY LAD will be decided. Trainer Mr R. Bynder was advised that MYSTERY LAD would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness and would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. When questioned on the disappointing performance of NOBLE SHEIKH, Apprentice S. Parnham was of the opinion that the gelding had not responded to racing twice inside a week. In addition, today’s race was a class rise from previous races and he had been unable to take the gelding wide in an effort to make ground.

SUMMARY

VETERINARY CERTIFICATES:

Race 1 TWICE (Trainer Mr A. Mathews) - slightly lame.

Race 8 MYSTERY LAD (Trainer Mr R. Bynder) – strained flexor tendon.

TRIAL:

Race 2 BLUE NEON (Trainer Mr P. Miller) - refusing to proceed to the barrier.

Race 8 MYSTER LAD (Trainer Mr R. Bynder) – strained flexor tendon.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners.

LATE REPORT

Following track work at Ascot Racecourse on Tuesday, 8 October 2002, Stewards inquired into the reason for Jockey J. Oliver wearing non-approved spurs.

On inquiry Trainer Mrs M. Payne pleaded guilty to a charge under ARR.8(e) for breaching Regulation 65A for instructing Jockey J. Oliver to use non-approved spurs on CASUAL SMILE. Mrs Payne was fined the sum of $300.

Jockey J. Oliver pleaded guilty to a charge under ARR.8(e) for breaching Regulation 65A for having used non-approved spurs.

Jockey J. Oliver was fined the sum of $200.

Lark Hill (WA)

Sunday, 20 October 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Good

RACE 1: GRANGE MARGARET RIVER HOTEL TROPHY RACE – 1200M

HAKIM LAD (P. Humann) threw its head in the air at the start and was subsequently slow to begin. Making the turn into the straight SOBALADY (A. Bynder) commenced to lay outwards across the heels of RED SPRITE (B. Pope).

RACE 2: HEALTHWAY/CHAFF CITY MAIDEN - 900M

LAVROS KNIGHT (K. Ellis) jumped awkwardly and lost ground. FAMVIA (M. Pateman) had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight.

RACE 3: MAGIC MILLIONS MAIDEN – 900M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner JACKSON FLYER (E. Wake). ROYAL REGRET (S. Imberti) commenced to buck shortly after the start placing the rider at a disadvantage for a short distance. Trainer Mr J. Dickson advised that ROYAL REGRET would now be retired. PRECIOUSLY (R. Gittos) bounded on jumping. NAMANDE (M. Ives) shifted inwards sharply near the 850m. Approaching the 150m PRECIOUSLY shifted inwards and tightened NAMANDE.

RACE 4: MIRVAC FINI MAIDEN – 1300M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner ISLAND ATTACK (S. Hudson). DRAGON (M. Ives) and RUM TART (E. Wake) bumped on jumping. Approahcing the 1150m DRAGON began to race keenly and had to be steadied off the heels of MABELIA (L. Bell).

RACE 5: GLENWAY REALTY TROPHY RACE – 1200M

LORD GEMINI (Mark Ryan) threw its head in the air at the start and lost ground. SOVEREIGN WHISPER (L. Bell) raced ungenerously in the early stages and near the 950m was steadied from the heels of SYMBOL SAM (Michael Miller).

RACE 6: TRUSTEK STEEL ROOFING SYSTEMS LARK HILL CUP – 1600M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner GOLDEN MILL (M. Pateman). DUKESVILLE (R. Gittos) was slow into stride.

RACE 7: MILLFIELDS PARK STUD TROPHY RACE – 1200M

ROYAL RINGO (W. Dicks) was slow into stride. SHEP (J. Pateman) made the turn into the straight wide. MADONNA’S SMILE (E. Wake) had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight.

FINE:

Apprentice D. Randall $25 ARR.8(e) for negligence in failing to sign the Apprentice Sheet at Ascot Racecourse on Saturday, 19 October, 2002.

Mt Magnet (WA)

Saturday, 12 October 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Good

RACE 1: MONADELPHOUS MAIDEN - 1000M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner CONDOR’S STAR (W. Pike). POLLY POLLY DOODLE (D. Dicks) was slow into stride and attempted to buck in the early stages. Trainer Mr P. Bamford was advised that POLLY POLLY DOODLE would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. CONDOR’S STAR raced keenly in the early and middle stages getting its head in the air.

RACE 2: KIRKALOCKA GOLD MINE SPRINT – 1200M

BACKBURNER (D. Dicks) hung out from the 600m. ROBELLINO (B. Mathews) lay inwards at the 200m causing WHAT ABOUT PARIS (R. Hanson) to ease. A veterinary inspection of BACKBURNER revealed nothing amiss. A veterinary examination of ROBELLINO revealed the gelding to be lame in the near fore inside heel. Trainer Mr N. Biggs’ representative was advised that ROBELLINO would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before ROBELLINO racing again.

RACE 3: PEST-A-KILL HANDICAP – 1300M

MOTOR MICK (R. Quartermaine) was slow to begin and then raced keenly in the early stages of the race. Near the 850m RICE (A. Ng) lay inwards bumping COMMIT (R. Hanson) on several occasions. Apprentice A. Ng was advised of his obligation to keep his mount straight at all times. MOTOR MICK lay in over the final 150m.

RACE 4: DYSON JONES HANDICAP – 1400M

The distance of this race was amended from the advertised 1500m to 1400m as a section of the track near the 1500m was deemed unsafe. Routine Specimens were taken from the winner ELLAND ISLE (D. Dicks). GO LOVER (W. Pike) was slow into stride and pulled hard in the early and middle stages.

RACE 5: HARMONY GOLD CUP – 1800M

Routine Specimens were taken from the winner MALWOOD (A. Ng). HEXAPACK (W. Pike) shifted out at the start bumping MALWOOD (A. Ng), causing ALLIED SPIRIT (D. Catarino) to ease. HEXAPACK raced keenly in the middle stages.

RACE 6: V205 HANDICAP – 1200M

Nothing to report.

Belmont (WA)

Saturday, 19 October 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Fast
Rail: 9 Metres

RACE 1: THE HAHN PREMIUM LIGHT – 1000M

CASUAL WOLF was withdrawn at 10.20 a.m. when it was reported by both Club Veterinary Surgeons that the gelding was shin sore in the off fore. Trainer Mr S. Wolfe was advised under Reg.81 that CASUAL WOLF would not be permitted to start in a race for a period of six weeks. On jumping EXTOLLING VIRTUE (L. Camilleri) and THUNDER ON LEO (N. Chapman) collided. DIAMOND DASH (P. King) commenced extremely awkwardly and shortly afterwards was further inconvenienced when FIMASIA (C. Harvey) lay inwards. Shortly after the start EXTOLLING VIRTUE bumped with ROSE OF THUNDER (P. Farrell) which lay outwards. DIAMOND DASH raced greenly throughout. Approaching the 600m CRISTOBAL (J. Whiting), when brushed by THUNDER ON LEO on its inside, veered outwards restraining away from the heels of BUSTER’S YOUSHA (T. Ikenushi). Shortly after this CRISTOBAL brushed with THUNDER ON LEO and thereafter raced wide on the track. Leaving the 600m KALA KWILA (J. Oliver) and CLICKITON (P. Harvey) bumped. RUNAMUCK JANE (K. Forrester) raced greenly throughout and approaching the 400m restrained away from EXTOLLING VIRTUE. On straightening CLICKITON and EXTOLLING VIRTUE had a tendency to lay inwards. DIAMOND DASH made the turn into the straight wide. RUNAMUCK JANE returned with a haematoma to the near fore fetlock.

RACE 2: THE EMU BITTER – 2200M

On jumping DURBRIDGE TOY (P. Harvey), HONAMI (L. Camilleri) and ROCK KICKER (D. Randall) came together. GRID (C. Harvey) commenced awkwardly and shortly afterwards threw its head on several occasions. In the middle stages ROSE OF OAKFORD (D. Staeck) raced keenly. GRID raced wide from the 1000m. Passing the 250m BARNEY BOY (P. Farrell) was held up behind ROSE OF OAKFORD. Approaching the 200m VECCHIO SCARPONE (Danny Miller), which was tiring, rolled inwards impeding ROCK KICKER, which was making ground. Leaving the 200m ROSE OF OAKFORD and GILL’S DREAM (S. McGruddy) bumped. GRID returned distressed. Trainer Mr M. Herbert was advised that GRID would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing again. LADY AVONLEA (J. Noske) returned with blood in its mouth.

RACE 3: THE EMU DRAFT – 1200M

On jumping SILK ‘N’ STEEL (D. Randall) blundered. Shortly after the start STAR PIXIE (A. Sansom) bumped with SHE’S CAPTIVATING (L. Camilleri) and then attempted to buck. Trainer Mr D. Miller was advised that STAR PIXIE would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. At the 1150m NATESA (P. Knuckey) and PRICE CONTROL (T. Ikenushi) bumped. AWESOME ANNIE (P. Harvey) made the turn into the straight wide. At the 200m SHE’S CAPTIVATING clipped the heels of SILK ‘N’ STEEL and dipped. At the 180m NATESA lay outwards onto SAPPHIRE STAR (C. Harvey) which carried LITTLE MISS MADAM (Danny Miller) outwards onto the tiring TENDER SMILE (P. King), which restrained. Over the concluding 50m NATESA continued to lay outwards as EXBURY FAIR (N. Chapman) shifted inwards with LITTLE MISS MADAM being impeded. Jockeys’ N. Chapman and P. Knuckey were warned and advised to make a greater effort to keep their mounts straight. NATESA returned having cast its near hind plate during running.

RACE 4: THE HAHN PREMIUM – 1600M

Shortly after the start SHE’S A ROSE (J. Noske) was crowded between NOVERRE (L. Camilleri) on its inside and SAILING FREE (Danny Miller) on its outside. NOW’S GOOD (J. Oliver) was slow into stride. During the running of this race the breast plate on KIM LISA (R. Burnett) snapped. Approaching the 600m KIM LISA when held tight by EGO RHYTHM (P. King) on its outside, lay inwards bumping KEY FLYER (C. Harvey) and then shifted outwards obliging THUNDELERA (C. Dredge) to race wide on the track. In the straight MR. TAMBOURINEMAN (P. Harvey) had an inclination to lay inwards and at the 100m made contact with KIM LISA. THUNDELERA made the turn into the straight wide. ENTREPRENEURIAL (W. Hughes) had difficulty in obtaining a clear run in the straight. Approaching the 250m SOUND OF SARAB (P. Carbery) was held up behind BUSINESS BOOM (K. Forrester) and when taken outwards was then held tight by MR. TAMBOURINEMAN on its outside. At the 200m BUSINESS BOOM was momentarily held up behind EGO RHYTHM (P. King). Jockey Paul Harvey was questioned regarding the reason for MR. TAMBOURINEMAN racing in a rearward position and explained that the gelding had got back further in the field than anticipated due to the fast early pace. He further attributed this to the gelding’s lack of maturity at this stage of its career and advised that MR. TAMBOURINEMAN would benefit from further racing. On return to the mounting enclosure WIN TO GRIN (T. Ikenushi) baulked, dislodging Apprentice T. Ikenushi who suffered an apparent harmless fall.

RACE 5: SWAN MID LAGER COUNTRY CUP – 1400M

POLISH RAIDER (T. Ikenushi) commenced awkwardly striking the inside of its barrier and then veered inwards severely inconveniencing TOSSED (N. Chapman) which then bumped heavily with OUR DOREEN (N. Rudland) on its inside. RENNY RENOIR (P. King) dwelt at the start losing ground. At the 600m TOSSED and HEALSVILLE (C. Itzstein) buffeted. Passing the 500m DYNAMIC ELITE (Danny Miller) was constantly held up behind CHIEF EXECUTIVE (C. Farrell) which was tiring. Approaching the 400m C’MON BLUEY (P. Farrell) got its head in the air and raced ungenerously for a short distance. Trainer Mr C. Willis advised the Stewards that he would give consideration to removing the tongue-tie on C’MON BLUEY. At the 400m GILLIGAN’S GIRL (J. Whiting) shifted outwards bumping REGGEE (P. Harvey). Approaching the 200m RENNY RENOIR was blocked and inconvenienced when OUR DOREEN lay outwards. Trainer Mr J. Jachmann reported to the Stewards that he would race CHIEF EXECUTIVE in a tongue-tie in the Great Southern region at its next start.

RACE 6: SOVEREIGN SUPERIOR LAGER BELGRAVIA STAKES – 1200M

On jumping ZOOMETRIC (P. Knuckey) shifted outwards bumping UNCLE BRIAN (N. Chapman) onto PRICELESS AURA (P. Farrell). Approaching the 900m ZOOMETRIC steadied when UNCLE BRIAN on its outside lay inwards. CONSPIRATOR (K. Forrester), which was following, was inconvenienced. At the 850m GRENADIER (L. Camilleri) lay inwards making contact with THE RIGHT MONEY (J. Whiting). STAR OF VAIN (D. Staeck) raced wide from the 600m. BRAVE RHYTHM (P. Harvey) made the turn into the straight wide and at the 250m was struck over the face by the whip of Jockey A. Sansom (AMIO). At the 450m CONSPIRATOR shifted outwards bumping PRICELESS AURA on several occasions. At the 400m WOOL ZONE (T. Ikenushi) and THE RIGHT MONEY buffeted. At the 300m Jockey G. Smith (HANSHANDI) dropped his whip. Jockey P. King reported to the Stewards that near the 200m HOT SHOT BROTHER baulked and then veered outwards. ZOOMETRIC was carried outwards in this incident. At the 75m WOOL ZONE was held tight by GAMBACE (Stephen Miller) on its outside. Jockey A. Sansom reported that AMIO hung outwards throughout.

RACE 7: THE SWAN DRAUGHT WATC 150^TH ANNIVERSARY CUP – 1400M

MAIN STAGE (T. Ikenushi) commenced awkwardly. ZAHEED (Danny Miller) raced wide throughout. SENATE LEASE (S. McGruddy) had a tendency to race keenly in the early and middle stages. MAIN STAGE (T. Ikenushi) raced wide at the turn into the straight. PERFECT MINX (N. Chapman) was held up at the turn into the straight. HONOR LAP (P. King) was blocked at the 300m. Near the 250m AIR OF SUPREMACY (W. Arnold) shifted outwards tightening SENATE LEASE, which was eased and became unbalanced bumping HONOR LAP on several occasions. HONOR LAP was then impeded for a short distance. PERFECT MINX, which was following, was inconvenienced and blocked for several strides. Approaching the 100m HONOR LAP, when making ground, was steadied and taken outwards to obtain a clear run. When questioned regarding the disappointing performance of MR. TANZANIA, Jockey J. Whiting explained that the gelding had been under pressure throughout and when asked to quicken at the 600m had not responded and had raced in a lethargic manner from thereon. A Veterinary examination of MR. TANZANIA revealed nothing amiss. Trainer Mr L. Luciani’s Stable Foreperson, Mr S. Lynch advised the Stewards that MR. TANZANIA had been working well and he had expected a forward showing. It was the intention to have a full veterinary examination on MR. TANZANIA and report any abnormalities to the Stewards, Trainer Mr L. Luciani’s Stable Foreperson Mr S. Lynch was advised that MR. TANZANIA would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. Following the running of this race, Jockey P. Harvey underwent a medical check and was found to be suffering from the early onset of a virus. Subsequently Jockey P. Harvey was replaced on his remaining rides.

RACE 8: W.A. PREMIER’S CUP – 1800M

NOBLE TOUCH (D. Staeck) commenced awkwardly, shifted outwards and bumped MY GRENADIER (W. Arnold). Passing the 1600m ICE MAGIC (C. Harvey) checked when TOTALLY MAROONED (T. Ikenushi) shifted inwards. On Inquiry it was established that TOTALLY MAROONED was carried inwards by KYROS LAD (L. Camilleri) which was being held tight my GENERAL GRANT (S. McGruddy) and MARSCARA (P. Knuckey). At the 600m KYROS LAD lay inwards crowding TOTALLY MAROONED.

LAKESIDE SONG (C. Dredge) raced wide from the 600m. At the 500m TOTALLY MAROONED, when racing tight on the inside of ICE MAGIC, lay outwards making contact with ICE MAGIC. Shortly after this TOTALLY MAROONED restrained when ICE MAGIC shifted inwards slightly. In this incident TOTALLY MAROONED and ICE MAGIC bumped heavily on several occasions. At the 200m NOBLE TOUCH was blocked between ICE MAGIC and MY GRENADIER. When questioned regarding the improved performance of AUSSIE STRIKE, Trainer Mr R. Rogers advised that at its last start the gelding was not suited to the adverse weather conditions of that day. He further explained that prior to that run AUSSIE STRIKE had raced competitively. It was established that the connections had supported AUSSIE STRIKE to a lesser extent today as to its last start. MARSCARA returned with a minor abrasion to the off hind tendon. NOBLE TOUCH returned having cast its near hind plate. TOTALLY MAROONED returned with a laceration to the off knee.

RACE 9: THE TOOHEY’S EXTRA DRY – 1200M

JOSHUA’S STAR (L. Camilleri) commenced awkwardly, losing ground. Shortly after the start NO EXCUSES (T. Jackman) and ZINGARLO (T. Ikenushi) bumped. JOSHUA’S STAR over raced in the early and middle stages and approaching the 600m restrained from PAY STATION (C. Farrell) and bumped on several occasions with MAJOR DEAL on its outside. Leaving the 600m JOSHUA’S STAR continued to race keenly and lay outwards impeding MAJOR DEAL, which lost ground. On straightening ZINGARLO was blocked behind PAGO eventually getting clear inside the 200m. NO EXCUSES raced wide throughout. At the 250m CENT DANCING (P. Knuckey) was disappointed for a run between NO EXCUSES (T. Jackman) on its outside and DOUBLE JEWEL on its inside. CENT DANCING restrained, angled back to the inside and was then further blocked between DOUBLE JEWEL and MAJOR DEAL. CENT DANCING then lay inwards tightening JOSHUA’S STAR. Over the final 100m FINAL DEAL was unable to obtain a clear passage. MIXED LAD struck itself on the off hind fetlock.

RIDING CHANGES:

Race 7. Jockey W. Arnold (double engaged) replaced by Jockey L. Camilleri on FRIENDLY MANNA.
Race 8. Jockey P. Harvey (indisposed) replaced by Jockey A. Sansom on KELDAAN.
Race 9. Jockey P. Harvey (indisposed) replaced by Jockey K. Forrester on ARRIAN.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners, and Race 7. MR. TANZANIA

Prior to the running of Race 1, all riders engaged in Race 1 were addressed by the Stewards in relation to their obligations in the use of the whip and in particular not to use the whip in an excessive manner.

LATE REPORT

BELMONT PARK 12 October, 2002 – Race 8 The Back to Ascot – 2200m

Trainer Mr R. Bynder reported to the Stewards that MYSTERY LAD would now be retired.

SUMMARY

TRIAL:

Race 3. STAR PIXIE (Trainer D. Miller) – attempted to buck.
Race 7. MR. TANZANIA (Trainer L. Luciani) – disappointing performance.

FINES:

Race 5. Jockey P. Hall $90 ARR.120(b) for being unable to make the weight on TRIBULATIONS.

VETERINARY CERTIFICATE:

Race 2. GRID (Trainer M. Herbert) – returned distressed.

NOT START 6 WEEKS:

Race 1. CASUAL WOLF (Trainer S. Wolfe) – Shin sore in the off fore.

Northam (WA)

Wednesday, 09 October 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Good

RACE 1: FRESH FOOD MAIDEN – 1400M

ENDURALOT (J. Noske) commenced awkwardly. ROYAL YANKEE (C. Itzstein) and BO BLEST (P. Carbery) pulled hard in the early and middle stages. Passing the 750m CENTURIAN BOY (L. Camilleri) steadied outwards off the heels of NIGHT WIZARD (N. Chapman), inconveniencing ENDURALOT. TIGERS PAK (B. Sheehy) lay outwards on straightening. GOLDEN PROSPECT (P. Harvey) lay inwards over the final 250m. Passing the 225m CALMAN GEAL (P. Black) rolled inwards ENDURALOT. JET FLAME (P. King) returned with its tongue over the bit. Trainer Mr T. Andrews advised that he would endeavour to correct the problem with gear changes. A veterinary inspection of the poor performed BO BLEST revealed nothing amiss. Trainer Mr M. Seinor advised that he would be sending the filly for a short let-up and in addition would be carrying out blood tests. He would advise the Stewards of any adverse findings.

RACE 2: SPRING INTO FASHION MAIDEN – 1250M

MAGTICK (L. Camilleri) and MISS COPYCAT (P. King) bumped on jumping. NACRE MAKER (J. Miller) shifted out at the start, inconveniencing LOM TRICE (N. Chapman). Passing the 800m MAGTICK steadied outwards off the heels of ARRIAN (P. Harvey). GOLD TOWN GIRL (S. Parnham) and ORIENTAL BAY (P. Carbery) bumped near the 400m. BLESSEDLY (S. McGruddy) lay outwards passing the 175m, causing NACRE MAKER to steady. Trainer Mr S. Bates was advised that MAGTICK would have to trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again.

Gear change: AARIAN noseband off.

RACE 3: GATE GROCERIES MAIDEN – 1250M

CONSPRIATOR (L. Camillieri) raced keenly in the early and middle stages, getting its head in the air passing the 1000m. Approaching the 800m ARMS OF AN ANGEL (S. Parnham) and CREATRIX (P. Black) bumped. ARMS OF AN ANGEL lay inwards near the 250m. CONSPIRATOR returned having cast the near fore plate.

RACE 4: POCKET PASSPORT HANDICAP – 2200M

WARRIGAL (P. Knuckey) threw its head shortly after the start. Passing the 375m POLVERYZE (W. Hughes) shifted out bumping WARRIGAL. MY HATRAS (T. Ikenushi) lay outwards over the final 300m. Jockey P. King (PROTOPLASM) reported that the gelding had a tendency to lay outwards from the 600m.

RACE 5: MIDLAND GATE SHOPPING CENTRE HANDICAP – 1400M

GHOST TRAIN was withdrawn at 1.50p.m. after sustaining a severe laceration to the near fore in a floating mishap en route to the course. Trainer Mr T. Jolly was advised that GHOST TRAIN would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness and would have to trail to the satisfaction of the Stewards before racing again. IPARPE baulked on the way to the barrier with Apprentice S. Parnham taking an apparent harmless fall. GUARDED ANSWER (P. King) was slow to begin. Passing the 750m RURAL THUNDER (P. Harvey) shifted out bumping GOODBYE CHERRY PIE (S. McGruddy). IPARPE was carried wide on straightening by GUARDED ANSWER. Passing the 375m GOODBYE CHERRY PIE and GUARDED ANSWER bumped.

RACE 6: MEN’S WEAR HANDICAP – 1600M

DUKESVILLE (T. Ikenushi) was slow into stride. DO SAY OLAH (S. McGruddy) shifted out at the start, bumping MONOGLEAM (N. Rudland) which in turn bumped RIPLEY (P. Black). SAILING FREE (P. King) pulled hard in the early and middle stages. When questioned on the performance of SAILING FREE, Trainer Mr N. Fletcher advised that SAILING FREE had benefited by the addition of blinkers, however it had been his intention for the gelding to be raced in a rearward position, but due to SAILING FREE’s racing manner, Jockey P. King had been unable to settle the gelding and had allowed it to stride forward. Mr Fletcher advised that it was still his intention to endeavour to race SAILING FREE back in the field if possible. Passing the 800m BLACK BOOTS (P. Knuckey) rolled inwards, crowding FLINTOFF (J. Shankar) which in turn shifted in, tightening ZAA HALO (A. Sansom), causing it to strike the rail. ZAA HALO shifted out near the 350m, momentarily impeding MONOGLEAM. FLINTOFF raced greenly over the final 200m. HALCYON CHIEF (Jason Oliver) returned sore in off hind. Trainer Mr C. Scoby-Smith advised that HALCYON CHIEF would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing again. A veterinary examination of the poorly performed BLEVRON (P. Carbery) revealed the gelding to have an irregular heartbeat and be showing indications of jaundice. Trainer Ms C. Albuino was advised that BLEVRON would require a Veterinary Certificate of Soundness before racing again.

RACE 7: EARLY CHRISTMAS HANDICAP – 1250M

KONTIKI SIR (J. Whiting) commenced awkwardly, bumping POLKINGHORNE (P. Knuckey). MAGIC FLYER (A. Sansom) over-raced in the middle stages and near the 700m, when being steadied off the heels of KONTIKI SIR, inconvenienced ANSWER ME BLUE (W. Hughes). POLKINGHORNE was unable to obtain a clear run for the entire length of the straight. SUMMERVELD (P. King) was held up over the final 100m. Jockey J. Whiting reported that KONTIKI SIR had a tendency to lay in over the final 100m.

RACE 8: SHOPPING DAY HANDICAP – 1000M

PAYJAX (B. Sheehy) and SAPPHIRE STAR (P. Black) bumped on jumping. POLITONIC (L. Camilleri) bounded on jumping, losing ground. Approaching the 800m OUR ARCTIC ROSE (S. McGruddy) shifted in, crowding MONTSERAT MORN (T. Bajramovic). Near the 750m SAPPHIRE STAR inconveniencing BAY DRACO (D. Randall). POLITONIC raced fiercely in the middle stages and approaching the 450m, shifted outwards bumping EXPRESS THAT SMILE (A. Sansom) wide. Near the 450m MONSERAT MORN lay out, carrying POLITONIC and EXPRESS THAT SMILE wide. Passing the 400m ANY BEAT (K. Forrester) shifted out abruptly. PAYJAX raced greenly from the 275m. POLITONIC lay inwards over the final 250m.

RIDING CHANGES

Race 1 Jockey W. Arnold (was replaced by Jockey P. Knuckey.
Race 3 Jockey W. Arnold was replaced by Jockey J. Noske.
Race 6 Jockey W. Arnold was replaced by Jockey P. Carbery.
Race 7 Jockey W. Arnold was replaced by Jockey L. Camilleri.

GENERAL

Routine Samples were taken from all winners.

LATE REPORT

Race 3 The Island Morn over 1000m on Monday, 7 October 2002, Trainer Mr W. Bradshaw reported that a veterinary examination of the poorly performed MINDEN revealed the filly to be suffering from a respiratory track infection. MINDEN was undergoing treatment and would not race until fully recovered.

FINES
Trainer Mr P. Grace $100 ARR.87B for failing to wear a body protector at Ascot trackwork on Wednesday, 9 October 2002.

Race 2
Trainer Mr L. Smith $25 ARR. 8E for negligence in presenting AARIAN in other than its approved gear.

Race 6
Trainer Mr C. Scoby-Smith $150 ARR.8E for negligence in breaching Regulation 60(c) for failing to stitch a bandage on HALCYON CHIEF.\

Race 8
Apprentice T. Bajramovic $300 ARR.160B(3) for taking her mobile telephone into the female jockeys’ room.