QUEENSLAND RACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION
STEWARDS REPORT
THANGOOL RACE CLUB
MONDAY 26TH FEBRUARY 2024
WEATHER – FINE
TRACK RATING – HEAVY 8 (R1-4) & SOFT 7 (R5-8)
RAIL – TRUE
OFFICIALS
Stewards Panel – E. Suli (Chairman), T. Hudson, D. Macklyn, H. Gillett & S. Stehbens
SUPPLEMENTARY REPORT
23/2/24 - MACKAY – RACE 1 – BM60 HCP
PARAMEDIC – Trainer L. Wright reported back to stewards that PARAMEDIC (NZ) had since pulled up and ate up well since its disappointing start at Mackay. He added that he had since swum PARAMEDIC (NZ) and indicated that he would continue with the preparation as he could find nothing amiss with the gelding. He further added that his intentions would be to now gallop the horse and have PARAMEDIC (NZ) undergo an endoscopic examination after that gallop and would forward those results to stewards.
23/2/24 – MACKAY – RACE 2 – OPEN HCP – STAMPEDE WARRIOR
Jockey C. Bayliss pleaded guilty to a charge under AR132(7)(a)(ii) in that he did use his whip 6 times prior to the 100m, 1 more than permitted on STAMPEDE WARRIOR and was issued with a reprimand.
24/2/24 – ROCKHAMPTON – JOCKEY COLIN LENNON
Stewards inquired into the reasons why Jockey C. Lennon failed to fulfill his engagement at Rockhampton on the 24th February in Race 4 on DON’TCHALOOKDOWN. Jockey C. Lennon submitted reasons for his absence and was subsequently issued with a reprimand under AR127(1).
GENERAL
Stewards conducted an inspection of the track at 7am race morning with the rating initially being listed as a HEAVY 10. Prior to the running of Race 1, the track was listed a HEAVY 8 after suitable time had elapsed since the initial inspection, allowing the track time for drying prior to the commencement of the meeting.
All times for each race at today’s event were hand timed.
As Apprentice S. Nielson was unable to make the meeting due to transport difficulties, Stewards acceded to a request from trainer M. Ferguson for permission for senior rider T. Chambers to replace her. In allowing a senior to replace an apprentice, Stewards were mindful that if TA CHANSON was replaced by one of the two available apprentices, then the gelding would have to carry a significant amount of dead weight in lead and therefore in the circumstances, permitted the change.
Trainer T. Simmons contacted stewards before scratching time to inform them of the issue she was having with the hydraulics of her horse float. As the hydraulics were inoperable and maintenance/repairs to the float could only be done later that morning, she was unable to attend the meeting on time and withdrew all three runners as a result.
Trainer S. Kendrick was fined $200 under LR67 for the late declaration of the rider for TORQUE NOWOR NEVER.
Race 1: BILOELA PLUMBING WORKS MDN PLT – 1300M
BANKONAJET – Contacted on jumping by POTESTAS. When questioned regarding the tactics, Apprentice A. Graham stated that her instructions were to go forward if the gelding began well as she was mindful that her mount had been slow to begin in its previous two starts. However, after beginning well today, elected to make use of the gate speed. Trainer B. Trimble confirmed that his instructions at all starts have been to go forward. However, BANKONAJET being slow to begin at its previous two starts had prevented this from happening. Trainer Trimble further confirmed that it will be his intentions to try and adopt these tactics going forward.
POTESTAS – Bumped on jumping.
MANSOURI – Shifted in on jumping bumping DEVIL’S DESIRE.
DEVIL'S DESIRE – Bumped on jumping by MANSOURI.
STEAMING SUN – Jockey A. Sewell reported that his mount was inclined to lay in during the event.
TWO OF US – Near the 1000m had to be restrained after clipping heels when SEPARATIST shifted in when insufficiently clear. At a subsequent inquiry Apprentice T. Noble pleaded guilty to a charge under the provisions of AR131(a) and her license to ride in races in was suspended for a period of 9 days to commence on midnight 26th February 2024 and to expire on midnight 6th March 2024. When determining the commencement date for this suspension, stewards noted that another suspension incurred by Apprentice Noble at Goondiwindi on Saturday 24th February 2024 has since been appealed and therefore this suspension for this incident could commence immediately. Apprentice Noble was advised of her rights to an appeal.
Race 2: THANK YOU KERRY LYNCH OPEN HCP – 1200M
Correct weight was delayed to inquire into the reasons why BEPPE and MAGIC ON ICE started from the incorrect barriers. After taking evidence from both Apprentice A. Graham and Jockey T. Chambers, stewards were satisfied that this error had no material effect on the finishing placings and acting under AR198(2)(a), confirmed the judges’ placings. At a subsequent inquiry both Apprentice Graham and Jockey Chambers were reprimanded under AR198(1) and advised to ensure that their mounts start from their correct barriers. Stewards also interviewed the starter, Mr L. Wareham into the matter. After taking evidence, Stewards admonished the starter and advised him to take more care when ensuring all mounts start from the correct barrier.
CAPTAIN FOX – Put in an awkward stride rounding the home turn and shifted out.
LEGEND OF ZORRO – Buffeted near the home turn when attempting a narrow run between STARHATTAN and BEPPE who was weakening.
POET'S GIRL – Jumped outwards bumping STARHATTAN.
STARHATTAN – Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination after being involved in a raceday fall at Emerald on 3/2/24 and passed fit to start. Bumped on jumping when POET’S GIRL shifted out. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.
BEPPE – Jumped awkwardly.
MAGIC ON ICE – Raced wide in the early stages. Jockey T. Chambers reported that her mount failed to handle the heavy track conditions today.
Race 3: BILOELA FLEXIHIRE MDN PLT – 800M
The start of this race was delayed allowing TEN QUIDD to undergo a veterinary examination after being kicked by another runner and was cleared to start.
The start of this race was then further delayed when TEN QUIDD was fractious in the barrier and after undergoing another veterinary examination, was declared a late scratching at 12.51pm. Stewards ordered that all bets placed on TEN QUIDD be refunded with the following deductions to be placed on all successful wages;
1st Place (TORQUE NOWOR NEVER) – 4c win, 6c place
2nd Place (MORE THAN A HERO) – 3c Place
3rd Place (CERARED) – 5c Place
Trainer T. Smith was advised that TEN QUIDD would require a further barrier certificate prior to its next start. Trainer Smith advised stewards that he would now be considering the immediate racing future of TEN QUIDD.
The start of this race was further delayed when ABSOLVE was quickly recaptured after breaking through the barriers. Underwent a pre-race veterinary and was subsequently cleared to take its place in the event.
ABSOLVE – Laid out when placed under pressure in the home straight.
MORE THAN A HERO – Dipped shortly after entering the home straight. Laid out when placed under pressure over the concluding stages.
RIVERVIEW RED – Shifted out on jumping, bumping JUKEBOX DANCER.
RUBY LAGO – Raced wide throughout. Laid out rounding the home turn.
JUKEBOX DANCER – Bumped by RIVERVIEW RED on jumping.
SWEET CATENA – Raced wide throughout.
Following the running of this event, Apprentice T. Noble was assessed by the on-course QAS Officers for complaints of soreness to her right foot and was cleared to take her remaining engagements.
Race 4: AUSLEC / LH BILOELA BM55 HCP – 1400M
DEELOSH – Bumped by MATERIAL MISTRESS on jumping. When questioned regarding the performance, Apprentice B. Moffat stated that his mount travelled well throughout the event and was confident of his chances when travelling to the home turn. He added however that when he asked DEELOSH for an effort, the mare failed to respond to his urgings and was disappointing in its finishing efforts. Apprentice Moffat further stated that he felt like DEELOSH would now benefit from a spell. Trainer G. Bell could offer no explanation for the poor performance of DEELOSH and stated that the mare had worked well since entering her stable. Trainer Bell also provided evidence that she had supported the horse, but stated that due to this performance, she would now spell DEELOSH and report back to stewards on how the mare pulls up in the days subsequent. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities.
YUBETIDO – Dipped shortly after entering the home straight. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.
DOUBLE BARRELL – Slow to begin. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.
SETHLANS – Was inclined in hang in throughout the early and middle stages. Raced wide throughout.
LANOVA – Slow to begin.
IMAGINE THAT – Raced ungenerously throughout and had to be restrained from heels on several occasions in the early stages.
MATERIAL MISTRESS – Shifted in on jumping, bumping DEELOSH.
After the running of this race, the track was upgraded to a Soft (7).
Race 5: RAY WHITE BILOELA BM45 HCP – 1075M
Correct weight was delayed allowing 3rd placegetter, Apprentice N. Olzard, to view the photo to confirm the placings. After viewing the available photo’s, Apprentice Olzard elected not to lodge any protest and correct weight was declared.
SPRING VALLEY – Slow to begin and hung out rounding the first turn. Laid in under pressure in the home straight. Apprentice A. Graham was reminded of her obligations under AR131(b).
FAV'S FLYER – Hung in down the home straight.
OPAQUELY – Near the 300m had to be restrained from the heels when racing in restricted room. Put in an awkward when rounding the home turn.
Race 6: TRC RACING SATURDAY APRIL 13TH QTIS C1 HCP – 1200M
EL OF A SENORITA – Laid out when placed under pressure over the concluding stages.
KURYAKIN – Slow to begin.
LONERGY – Slow to begin.
RADIANT ROMANCE – Carried wider in the home straight when EL OF A SENORITA laid out.
MISHANI TWILIGHT – Raced wide in the early stages.
Race 7: BILOELA PARTY HIRE BM60 HCP – 800M
The start of this race was delayed by approximately four minutes when SILENT ANGEL underwent a veterinary examination after rearing in the barriers. No abnormalities were detected during this inspection and SILENT ANGEL was cleared to take its place in the event. In this incident, Apprentice N. Olzard reported that SILENT ANGEL had made contact with her face and was checked by the QAS officers on duty and was cleared of any apparent injuries.
STILL FEELING IT – Bumped with LILY ALLEZ (NZ) shortly after jumping.
LILY ALLEZ (NZ) – Jumped away awkwardly and bumped with STILL FEELING IT shortly after jumping.
NIC ME SOME – Began awkwardly and threw its head up in the air.
MR TANGLES – Raced wide throughout. Near the 250m had to shift wider to avoid the heels of SILENT ANGEL which laid out.
BLUE JACKET – Slow to begin.
DAUNTING PRINCESS – Began awkwardly. Raced wide throughout.
CUSHY (NZ) – A post-race veterinary examination revealed poor post-race recovery and showing signs of colic. Trainer R. Hay was advised that a veterinary certificate would be required prior to CUSHY (NZ) starting again.
SUPER SLICK – Began very awkwardly causing Apprentice A. Graham to lose the use of her offside iron. Raced wide throughout. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.
SILENT ANGEL – Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination after being fractious in the barriers rearing multiple times and was cleared to start. Laid out when placed under pressure in the home straight. Trainer T. Williams was advised a warning would be placed on the record of SILENT ANGEL. Apprentice N. Olzard dropped her whip shortly after rounding the home turn.
SUPER KONTIKI – Fractious in the barriers prior to the start.
STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY
Summary of action concerning licensees
Reprimands
Race 2. Apprentice A. Graham – AR198(1) – Failed to ensure their mount began from the correct barrier.
Jockey T. Chambers – AR198(1) – Failed to ensure their mount began from the correct barrier.
Fines
Race 3. Trainer S. Kendrick – LR67 – Late rider declaration of TORQUE NOWOR NEVER - $200.
Suspensions
Race 1. Apprentice T. Noble – AR131(a) – careless riding – 9 days - m/night 26/2/24 to m/night 6/3/24.
Absent jockeys
Apprentice S. Nielson – Transport difficulties.
Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses
Horses swabbed pre-race
STEAMING SUN & STARHATTAN
Horses swabbed post-race
All winners.
Warnings/bars
Race 3. TEN QUIDD – Fractious in barrier – To obtain a further barrier certificate.
Race 7. SILENT ANGEL – Fractious in barrier – Warning placed.
CUSHY – Poor post-race recovery and signs of colic – Veterinary certificate required prior to its next start.
Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 3. TORQUE NOWOR NEVER – A. Sewell
Race 5. TA CHANSON – T. Chambers
Late scratchings
Race 3. TEN QUIDD @ 2.51pm - Fractious in barriers.
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.