Queensland Racing Integrity Commission

Race Meeting Stewards’ Report

Townsville Greyhound Racing Club

Date: Tuesday, 27 February 2024

Track Condition: Good

Weather: Fine

Officials

Chairman of Stewards: T. Flymen

Stewards: K. Dean & C. Bew

Veterinarian: Dr L. Groth (kennelling) & Dr D. Viero

Swab Official: M. Braunberger

Starter: C. Longhurst

Judge: A. Boyd

Lure Driver: J. Bouffler

General: Stewards delayed the All Clear of Race 10 to review the start of the race due to a cane toad jumping across the starting mat shortly after the green light had been activated. After reviewing all available footage and acting under their own observations, Stewards were comfortably satisfied that no runner had been materially affected and therefore declared All Clear on the judge’s semaphored numbers.

Race 1 - WOOLER RACING MAIDEN (1) 380m

No matters of concern to Stewards.

Race 2 - BROOK HEATH MAIDEN (2) 380m

No matters of concern to Stewards.

Race 3 - KB SEAFOOD COMPANY GRADE 5 (1) 380m

5 Spin Baron – Stewards spoke to trainer Mr Michael Hickmott regarding the greyhound’s seemingly improved performance tonight. Mr Hickmott stated that the greyhound recently underwent minor surgery over a month ago and since the surgery has continued to improve his racing times. Mr Hickmott also stated that racing on a firmer surface and jumping well both attributed to tonight’s winning performance. Mr Hickmott further stated that he did support the greyhound in the event. Stewards noted the explanation.

Race 4 - V & M DRILLING MIXED 1/2 380m

1 Jimmy Roo – (Beaten favourite) Checked off heels leaving the first turn. Checked off the heels of another runner approaching the home turn.

8 Blazing Infrared – A post-race veterinary examination revealed split webbing to the off-hind toe and under the provisions of GAR 41(1) the greyhound has been stood down for 10 days.

Race 5 - GREYHOUNDS MAKE GREAT PETS MIXED 4/5 498m

No matters of concern to Stewards.

Race 6 - TOWNSVILLE YOUNG GUNS HEAT 1 OPEN 498m

2 Aston Jacinta – Checked off the heels of another runner in the home straight and lost ground. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities.

Race 7 - TOWNSVILLE YOUNG GUNS HEAT 2 OPEN 498m

No matters of concern to Stewards.

Race 8 - TOWNSVILLE YOUNG GUNS HEAT 3 OPEN 498m

No matters of concern to Stewards.

Race 9 - PREH WE WIN RACING GRADE 5 498m

1 Molly Emgrand – Late scratching at 5:17pm pursuant to GAR 76(2) due to illness. The greyhound has been stood down for 10 days. Stewards will require a veterinary certificate before any future nominations will be accepted.

3 Maddie Dutton – Slow to begin. Clipped on the heels by another runner approaching the home turn and lost ground. Finished the race tailed off last. A post-race veterinary examination revealed an injury to the near hindleg and under the provisions of GAR 41(1) the greyhound has been stood down for 10 days.

Race 10 - BURDEKIN VET SERVICES MIXED 3/4 380m

Stewards delayed the All Clear to review the start of the race due to a cane toad jumping across the starting mat shortly after the green light had been activated. After reviewing all available footage and acting under their own observations, Stewards were comfortably satisfied that no runner had been materially affected and therefore declared All Clear on the judge’s semaphored numbers.

Race 11 – TAB GRADE 5 (2) 380m

No matters of concern to Stewards.

Race 12 - JEFF LYNCH GRADE 5 (3) 380m

No matters of concern to Stewards.

STEWARDS SUMMARY
Samples (Post-race)	All Winners.
Scratchings	R2 Showtime Morris – Injury, nearside shoulder. R6 Party At Harpers – Injury, nearside shoulder.
Late Scratchings	R9 Molly Emgrand – GAR76(2) Scours, 10 days. TAB 5:17 pm
Greyhounds returning from spell (>90 days)	R12 Federal Gold – 96 days – Change of kennels.

VETERINARY SUMMARY
Race	Greyhound	Injury	Stand down period (days)
4	Blazing Infrared	Off-hind toe split webbing	10 days
9	Maddie Dutton	Near hindleg	10 days

The matters contained within this Stewards report may be subject to external review.  The Racing Appeals Panel manages external reviews and the Racing Appeals Panel publishes its decisions on its website.

This report and the Stewards Comments for this meeting may be amended at any time, at the sole discretion of the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) Stewards as races are reviewed.