QUEENSLAND RACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION
 
STEWARDS REPORT
 
 
GOLD COAST TURF CLUB – WEDNESDAY 25 JANUARY 2017  
 
WEATHER – FINE 
TRACK RATING –  GOOD 4 (UPGRADED TO GOOD 3 AFTER R2)         
RAIL – OUT 4M FROM THE 1400-400, TRUE REMAINDER
PENETROMETER – 4.45
 
OFFICIALS
 
Chairman of Stewards – M Knibbs
Stewards – C Albrecht, G Lane, N Finnigan
Betting Steward – B Blight
Clerk of Scales – K Daly
Judge – S McMahon
Veterinarian – C McCormack
Swab attendants – J Crompton & G Gray
Starter – S Andrews & M Andrews
Stewards Secretary – S Rolls
 
RACE 1: Mayford Contracting QTIS 2YO Maiden Plate – 1200m
1st: Junction   2nd: Jinx ‘N’ Drinx   3rd: Milly Muncher   4th:  Buxton
 
As L. Cassidy was overweight stewards permitted D. Griffin to be substituted as the rider of TAABINGA.  Jockey Cassidy was fined $100.00.
 
TAABINGA - Lost its off hind plate in running.
 
RACE 2: Barrier Reef Pools Colts, Geldings & Entires Class 3 H’Cap – 1200m
1st: Mystical Renegade   2nd: Kapgun   3rd: Spiral   4th:  Chin Chun
 
HIDDEN ROAD -  App T. Brooker explained her instructions were to endeavour to try and lead if possible but the gelding began awkwardly resulting in her losing some ground however, she endeavoured to carry out her instructions hoping KAPGUN would be able to cross to the lead sooner than it did.  App Brooker stated after establishing its position outside the leader HIDDEN ROAD then began to hang out badly and continued to do so until straightening.  App Brooker added that in the straight the horse weakened and due to it hanging she did not persist in riding it out.  Trainer L. Stratton confirmed the instructions given.  Ms Stratton was advised that as the gelding had previously offended in relation to its tendency to hang it must compete in an official barrier trial to the satisfaction of stewards before being allowed to race again.  A post race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities.
 
Following the running of this event the track was upgraded to a Good 3.
RACE 3: Stuart James 10 Year Memorial Colts, Geldings & Entires Maiden H’Cap – 1300m
1st: Agree To   2nd: Silent Flyer   3rd: Yallaroi   4th:  Fusi Fox
 
DEFECTIVE – Dislodged its rider in the parade ring whilst trying to escape making contact with the rail.  The horse was examined in the parade ring by the veterinary surgeon in the presence of trainer T. Gollan.  The veterinary surgeon indicated there were no visible abrasions and in consultation with Mr Gollan cleared the horse to start. The horse was again examined on arrival at the barriers and in consultation with jockey J. Orman the veterinary surgeon confirmed his decision to allow DEFECTIVE to take its place in the field.  Jockey Orman explained that the gelding, which was having its first start, showed good early speed and was able to cross to the lead.  Jockey Orman stated the horse raced greenly in the middle stages and in the straight.  Jockey Orman added that when placed under pressure the horse wanted to lay in, which in his opinion was it beginning to tire.  Jockey Orman was of the opinion the horse would be better suited stepping up in distance and would gain race fitness from today’s run.
 
SILENT FLYER – Commenced to overrace when awkwardly placed close to heels and shifted in abruptly near the 900m.
 
EVERY SINGLE ONE – Steadied when crowded near the 900m.
 
AGREE TO – Near the 800m had to be steadied from heels.
 
FUSI FOX – Near the 800m had to be steadied from heels and shifted out and remained 3 wide thereafter.
 
RACE 4: Jupiters Fillies & Mares Maiden H’Cap – 1300m
1st: Dawn Fighter   2nd: Scarlet Begonias   3rd: Miss Arabella   4th:  Musgrey Hill
 
The start was delayed when IRISH EYES was difficult behind the barriers and refused to be loaded.  IRISH EYES was withdrawn by order of stewards at 2.28 p.m.  All monies invested on IRISH EYES were ordered to be refunded.  Deductions applicable to bets placed on winner and place-getters prior to 2.28 p.m.:-
 
2 cents in the dollar for the win - #4 (DAWN FIGHTER)
4 cents in the dollar for the place of winner - #4 (DAWN FIGHTER)
3 cents in the dollar for the 2nd place - #1 (SCARLETT BEGONIAS)
3 cents in the dollar for the 3rd place - #2 (MISS ARABELLA)
 
SP’s were subject.
 
Trainer M. Kropp was advised that he must obtain a barrier certificate for IRISH EYES prior to the filly racing again.
 
SCARLET BEGONIAS – Near the 600 had to be steadied from heels.
 
URUBAMBA – Raced 3 wide without cover throughout.
DAWN FIGHTER – When questioned regarding the riding tactics adopted jockey A. Denby explained that at the filly’s first start this preparation it was a little slow to muster speed and on that occasion suffered cardiac arrhythmia.  Jockey Denby stated that at the filly’s last start it was slow to begin and consequently got back in the field.  Jockey Denby further stated that in between those 2 starts the filly did jump out in which she rode the filly and it had begun well and as a result she settled in a forward position. Jockey Denby added from today’s draw the instructions were to endeavour to replicate the jump out run.  Jockey Denby added that after beginning well she was able to let the filly stride forward without much urging where it raced outside the leader.  Trainer K. Schweida confirmed the instructions given and stated that the instructions have always been to race forward however, at its previous start the horse was slow to begin.
 
RACE 5: Attwood Marshall Class 2 H’Cap – 900m
D/Heat 1st: Mini Meld & Hidden Light   3rd: Go Better   4th:  Infinite Lee
 
As M. Cahill was overweight stewards permitted R. Stewart to be substituted as the rider of SUITE MOVER.  Jockey Cahill was fined $100.00.
 
Trainer T. Edmonds was fined $100.00 for the late notification of change of gear for PRONTEZZA.
 
GOOD TO BE GREAT – Steadied when crowded for room on jumping.
 
SUITE MOVER – Slow into stride.
 
GO BETTER – Near the 150m had to be steadied and shifted out abruptly when disappointed for running.
 
MINI MELD – Raced 4 wide without cover throughout.
 
INFINITE LEE – Raced 3 wide without cover throughout.
 
RACE 6: Bruce Lynton Jaguar Fillies & Mares Class 3 H’Cap – 1200m
1st: Lucky Show Girl   2nd: Flo Jo Snip   D/Heat 3rd: All That Is & Luxury
 
J. Byrne was fined $100.00 when being dually engaged by his agent in this event.  R. Stewart was substituted as the rider of LUXURY. 
 
After being boxed PANCH KALYAN kicked out behind the gates getting its near hind leg caught between the back gates.  PANCH KALYAN was examined by the veterinary surgeon and deemed unsuitable to race and was withdrawn at 3.46 p.m.
 
FORBIDDEN KISSES reared in its barrier and became cast for some time.  FORBIDDEN KISSES was removed from its stall, examined by the veterinary surgeon and deemed unsuitable to race.  FORBIDDEN KISSES was withdrawn at 3.47 p.m. 
 
All monies invested on both horses were ordered to be refunded.  Deductions applicable to bets placed on winner and place-getters prior to 3.46 p.m.:-
17 cents in the dollar for the win - #4 (LUCKY SHOW GIRL)
30 cents in the dollar for the place of winner - #4 (LUCKY SHOW GIRL)
8 cents in the dollar for the 2nd place - #1 (FLO JO SNIP)
26 cents in the dollar for the 3rd place - #2 (ALL THAT IS)
34 cents in the dollar for the 3rd place - #6 (LUXURY)
 
SP’s were subject.
 
Trainer L. Kelly was advised that he must obtain a barrier certificate for FORBIDDEN KISSES before it races again.
 
RACE 7: Commercial Kitchen Class 2 H’Cap – 1400m
1st: Queenofthepixies   2nd: Hotel Coste   3rd: Social Vampire   4th:  Kapstar
 
I’M THINKING – Trainer K. Schweida advised the intention will be, if it begins well, would be to ride the horse in a more forward position.  The horse settled outside the leader.
 
GOLDEN DEPART – Bounded at the start and lost ground.
 
RED SILHOUETTE – Slow to begin.
 
HOTEL COSTE – Slightly held up rounding the home turn.
 
QUEENOFTHEPIXIES – Inconvenienced rounding the home turn.
 
RACE 8: Hot Tomato Class 5 H’Cap – 1400m
1st: Starocity   2nd: Collateral   3rd: Triple Jeopardy   4th:  Slydini
 
As M. Cahill was overweight stewards permitted J. Lloyd to be substituted as the rider of COLLATERAL.  Jockey Cahill was fined $100.00.
 
COLLATERAL – Stood awkwardly in the barriers then struck the gates on jumping and lost ground.
 
RANKED – Bumped on jumping.
 
HAPPY SNITZEL – Steadied from heels near the 800m.
 
ANYMORE – Steadied from heels near the 300m.
 
SLYDINI – Raced 3 wide without cover throughout.

STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY
 
 
Summary of action concerning licensees
 
Fines
Race 1.   L. Cassidy – Jockey – Overweight - $100.00 – AR120(b)
R5 & 8.   M. Cahill – Jockey – Overweight (x2) - $200.00 – AR120(b)  
Race 5.   T. Edmonds – Trainer – Late gear change - $100.00 – AR140B(2)
Race 6.   J. Byrne – Jockey - Dual engagement - $100.00 – AR85B  
 
Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses
 
Horses swabbed post-race
All winners plus Jinx ‘N’ Drinx, Kapgun, Scarlet Begonias
 
Bars/Warnings
Race 2.   Hidden Road – Hung out – Barrier trial – AR8(t)
Race 4.   Irish Eyes – Refused to load – Barrier Cert. – AR8(t)
Race 6.   Forbidden Kisses – Barrier manners – Barrier Cert. – AR8(t)
 
Change of Riding Tactics
Race 7.   I’m Thinking – Intention will be, if it begins well, to ride the horse in a more forward position.
 
Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 1.   Taabinga – D. Griffin
Race 5.   Suite Mover – R. Stewart
Race 6.   Royal Hootenanny – D. Griffin
Race 6.   Luxury – R. Stewart
Race 8.   Collateral – J. Lloyd
 
Late scratchings
Race 4.   Irish Eyes @ 2.28 p.m.
Race 6.   Panch Kalyan @ 3.46 p.m.
Race 6.   Forbidden Kisses @ 3.47 p.m.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Published subject to correction upon revision