Northam (WA)

Thursday, 01 August 2002 00:00

Weather: Fine
Track: Good
Rail: Out 3 Metres from 1600m to 500m

RACE 1: TIM MOSEL MAIDEN – 1600M

ISLAVORN (A. Sansom) threw its head on jumping and veered outwards bumping TOROLOSA (P. Carbery). MAGIC OF FILM (N. Rudland) shifted out at the start carrying FIRE OF BEAU (Danny Miller) out with JONATHON SEAGULL (K. Hawkins) being crowded between that gelding and REDROAR (P. Farrell). THE WILLAGEE WITCH (W. Arnold) shifted inwards at the start bumping SOUTHLAND HIGH (C. Itzstein). ISLAVORN raced wide and ungenerously throughout getting its head in the air on several occasions. JONATHON SEAGULL raced wide from the 800m. SILENT MOMENT (J. Whiting) ran wide on straightening. When questioned on the improved performance of GREY WAVE (D. Randall), Trainer Ms K. Gammon advised that, in her opinion, the addition of blinkers and the gelding being ridden close to the lead contributed to the improved performance this afternoon. Stewards inquired into the apparent lack of vigour shown by Apprentice D. Randall (GREY WAVE) over the final 50m. Apprentice Randall explained that after using the whip until inside the 100m, as GREY WAVE tired he elected to ride the gelding out hands and heels. Mr M. Pateman, advised that due to concerns expressed by Stewards in recent months regarding Apprentice Randall’s technique, efforts had been made to improve in this regard. Stewards were of the opinion that GREY WAVES finishing position had not been affected, however considered that Apprentice Randall’s riding technique required further improvement. He was directed to undergo a five week training period on the mechanical horse under the supervision of Riding Master, Mr L. Millington.

RACE 2: NICK & SHERYL MAIDEN – 1250M

GALLANT RED (W. Arnold) was fractious in the barrier prior to the start. GOOD SCORE (M. Giadresco) veered outwards at the start losing ground. SCENIC EDITION (A. Sansom) lay outwards throughout. Passing the 1000m TRACK QUEEN (T. Turner) lay inwards having to be steadied off the heels of GO TOBY GO (J. Whiting). TRACK QUEEN then overreacted and veered outwards. SAILING FREE (S. O'Donnell) was held up passing the 200m and near the 175m was steadied off the heels of FRENCH MADE (Jason Brown) and taken outwards. SAILING FREE returned with its tongue over the bit. Trainer Mr N. Fletcher advised that he would attempt to correct the problem with gear changes.

RACE 3: SASH & LEIGH MAIDEN – 1000M

BLUEBIRD TATTOO (T. Turner) and ZEBEDEE SPRINGS (W. Arnold) bumped heavily at the start with ZEBEDEE SPRINGS losing ground. LOOKS A BLUE (S. Parnham) was slow to begin, then over raced in the middle stages. ZEBEDEE SPRINGS and LOOKS A BLUE bumped passing the 300m.

RACE 4: AVON TERRACE HANDICAP – 2200M

HONOR MY NAME (W. White) was slow into stride. PERSONAL DRUM (S. McGruddy) pulled hard throughout. Trainer Ms B. Lane was of the opinion that the gelding had been unsuited by the addition of blinkers. She sought and was granted permission to remove the blinkers from PERSONAL DRUM for future starts. MILLINGTON MAN (P. Carbery) raced wide throughout and lay inwards in the straight. FAVOURITE FORTUNE (Danny Miller) returned sore in the near fore. Trainer Mr A. Wilkinson advised that FAVOURITE FORTUNE would now be retired

RACE 5: LUISA HANDICAP – 1500M

ALWAYS ALLBRIGHT (A. Sansom) was slow into stride. Approaching the 400m ALPINE TROOPER (Danny Miller) and SNOOZE CONTROL (P. Carbery) bumped. Shortly after JAYANBEE RARE (P. Farrell) shifted outwards bumping ALPINE TROOPER which again bumped SNOOZE CONTROL. ON A WING (S. Parnham) lay inwards leaving the 400m and near the 350m bumped heavily with AFFILATE (J. Whiting) which in turn bumped the tiring CATCH OF THE MATCH (N. Hopwood) with AFFILATE and CATCH OF THE MATCH losing ground. On Inquiry Apprentice S. Parnham was reprimanded and advised that he was expected to make far greater effort to correct his mounts in similar circumstances. Jockey P. Carbery (SNOOZE CONTROL) reported that the mare had felt uncomfortable throughout. A Veterinary inspection revealed that SNOOZE CONTROL returned with a minor laceration to the off fore fetlock and having cast the off fore plate.

RACE 6: CAFÉ BUGATTI HANDICAP – 1250M

ANSWER ME BLUE (K. Hawkins) jumped awkwardly, losing ground. MORETON HALL (E. Dredge) was slow into stride and shortly after the start was bumped by JUNGLE LAW (P. Carbery). ANSWER ME BLUE raced wide throughout. CLASSIC ALLUSION (A. Sansom) was held up from on straightening until approaching the 175m and near the 125m bumped BANCELL MAGIC (T. Turner). Trainer Ms. C. Stelmach advised that the poorly performed JUNGLE LAW would now be retired.

RACE 7: RUSSO FAMILY HANDICAP – 1000M

MACHINE AGAIN (W. Arnold) was slow to begin. FORTUNATE SALLY (J. Whiting) and PERFECT ECLIPSE (N. Rudland) bumped passing the 700m. MR. O’GARTER (A. Sansom) raced wide throughout. Near the 225m MACHINE AGAIN, when attempting to force a marginal run inside TRIBU FLYER (P. King) and outside MR. O’GARTER, bumped heavily with TRIBU FLYER on several occasions. MACHINE AGAIN was then taken inwards to obtain clear running. Jockey W. Arnold was reprimanded and advised that he must ensure that there is a full position for him to shift into. FORTUNATE SALLY and SORCERY MISS (T. Ikenushi) bumped passing the 150m. When questioned on the apparent improved performance of HENNESSY GOLD, Trainer Mr D. Fortune advised that the gelding had been better suited racing on the pace in today’s event and it was his intention to race HENNESSY GOLD in a similar position where possible.

RACE 8: GRAEME MOSEL HANDICAP – 1400M

JOONDANNA LODGE (A. Sansom) jumped awkwardly. SERLAMPERT (N. Rudland) was slow into stride. CHER’S MAGIC (Jason Brown) pulled hard in the early and middle stages and raced wide throughout. JOONDANNA LODGE was steadied near the 450m as RIPLEY (W. Arnold) shifted outwards. RIPLEY was then held up from on straightening until passing the 200m.

GENERAL

Routine Specimens were taken from all winners.

LATE REPORT

Northam Race Club, Thursday 18 July, 2002 – Race 6. Avon Valley Contractors Feed & Garden Supplies Handicap – 1400m

Trainer Mr P. Naylor advised that blood samples taken from ALASKAN ARK revealed the gelding had trained off. It was his intention to spell ALASKAN ARK.