Thoroughbred Ipswich Sat 06 May 2017 Race 3

Steward Comment

Steward Comment

Steward Comment

Began awkwardly and lost ground.

Steward Comment

Steward Comment

Steward Comment

Steward Comment

Held up on the heels of the weakening TEAGZ near the 500m and was unable to improve.

Steward Comment

Raced three wide without cover. Commenced to overrace approaching the 600m and shifted out, forcing PABULUM wider.

Steward Comment

Steward Comment

When questioned regarding the horse’s disappointing performance, jockey T. Chambers reported that after taking up a forward position the filly did not feel entirely comfortable in its action from the 600m onwards. She added that it was also inclined to lay out throughout. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no significant abnormalities. Trainer M. Mair indicated that he would have his stable veterinary surgeon conduct blood tests on the horse, the results of which he would report to stewards. He added that consideration would be given to sending the filly for a spell.

Steward Comment

Raced wide throughout. Rider questioned re performance. She said after travelling a short distance she was unable to take up a forward position as were her intentions. She said to obtain cover she had to settle further back than anticipated. She further added that upon straightening the filly failed to quicken as expected and proved reluctant to improve between runners. She also stated that over the concluding stages she had some difficulty obtaining clear running but she was still disappointed in the performance. She said the stable said the filly would now most likely be sent for a spell.

Steward Comment

Raced wide throughout. Forced wider approaching the 600m.