Stewards Summary (Race Incident Comments)

05/01/2024 Mackay



Horse Comment Venue Date
 
Race 1 LADBROKE IT! BENCHMARK 55 Handicap 1560M
Knowitall Jack (NZ) Overraced in the early and middle stages. Had to shift out to avoid the heels of LIFETIME QUEST to obtain clear racing room near the 400m. Shifted in slightly, bumping with I’M BLUEY which had also shifted out near the 200m. Mackay 16/12/2023
Laid in and bumped THUNDER KNOB rounding the home turn. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight. Mackay 30/11/2023
Murrajong Road (NZ) Jumped away awkwardly. Mackay 22/12/2023
Jumped away awkwardly. Commenced to hang out from the 1400m to the 1050m. Mackay 16/12/2023
Wintilly Slow to begin. Mackay 22/12/2023
Jumped awkwardly and lost ground. Home Hill 09/12/2023
Lenny Rocket Was fractious in the barriers prior to jumping. Mackay 22/12/2023
Orca Raced wide throughout. Mackay 16/12/2023
Raced wide in the early stages of the event. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight. Mackay 30/11/2023
Flying Carmen Raced wide throughout. Mackay 22/12/2023
Rider reported that he could offer no explanation for the disappointing performance. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormalities. Mackay 19/10/2023
Hunua Hank (NZ) Over raced during the early stages of the event. Bowen 14/12/2023
 
Race 2 BECOME A MEMBER OF THE MTC BENCHMARK 70 Handicap 1560M
Bondurant When questioned jockey A. Butler stated that BONDURANT initially raced well in the early stages and found its customary leading position without having to do too much work. He added though that when approaching the 800m, the gelding started to not travel as strongly as it usually does and failed to respond to his urgings when placed under pressure in the home straight. Jockey Butler further stated that the heat and the 62kg imposed on his mount today was a factor in the performance today. Trainer J Wehlow echoed jockey Butler’s sentiments and undertook to report back in the coming days. Rockhampton 01/12/2023
Fresh Prince Bumped in the hind quarters by KOTABHARU which was taken in slightly approaching the 100m. Rockhampton 09/12/2023
Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight. Mackay 30/11/2023
Awe Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight. Mackay 30/11/2023
Joe's Giggle Hung in for a few strides near the 1350m Mackay 22/12/2023
Devil Kick Had to be taken wider to avoid the heels of BRAZEN BRECCIA which was allowed to lay out under pressure near the 250m Mackay 22/12/2023
Bumped on jumping by I’M BLUEY which shifted out. Mackay 16/12/2023
Aidenabet Laid in over the concluding stages. Bowen 14/12/2023
 
Race 3 BOOK EVENT CENTRE FOR FUNCTIONS OPEN Handicap 1100M
Wren's Day (USA) Jockey R. Wiggins was the approved as the late rider replacement for Jockey A. Butler who was unable to make the declared weight. Stewards elected not to take action against Jockey Butler due to the prevailing weather conditions which resulted in gear and riding apparel becoming very wet, which impacted the opportunity to ride at the allocated weight. Jockey Wiggins reported that his mount failed to handle the soft conditions. Trainer T. Cook concurred with the thoughts of the rider. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
Fanaar (NZ) Jumped away awkwardly. Mackay 16/12/2023
Began awkwardly and lost ground. Over raced for a short distance leaving the 800m. Near the 700m had to be steadied after improving onto the heels of MAHBABY. Doomben 02/12/2023
Captain Fox Raced wide before obtaining a position outside the lead near the 800m. Mackay 16/12/2023
Laid out under pressure near the 800m carrying KOSOWSKI wider. Rockhampton 01/12/2023
Eyewitness Apprentice T. Fenlon was reminded of her obligation to ensure her mounts are ridden out fully to the finish. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
Moreton Bay Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which revealed no apparent abnormalities. Stewards opened an inquiry into the riding tactics adopted by rider J. Murphy. After taking initial evidence from J. Murphy and trainer J. Manzelmann, the inquiry was adjourned to a time and date to be fixed. Home Hill 28/12/2023
Flying Shamus Jumped away awkwardly. Mackay 22/12/2023
Gracious Garcon Slow into stride. Mackay 22/12/2023
began awkwardly Mackay 06/01/2023
Mohahna Raced wide in the early and middle stages Mackay 27/04/2023
 
Race 4 SMARTSTATE RENTALS Maiden Plate 1200M
Armee Admiral raced wide throughout Mackay 17/12/2022
Bumped on jumping. Tightened rounding the first turn. Mackay 25/11/2022
Chargrill Bumped on jumping by CHRISTMAS TIME which shifted in. Mackay 16/12/2023
I Say Boom Began awkwardly and was eased when awkwardly placed on heels shortly after. Port Macquarie 19/05/2023
Let's Roll Began awkwardly. Rider stated he was instructed to lead however conceded he would have been better steadying to settle behind leader passing the 1200m, which would have allowed his mount some respite in the middle stages. Mornington 27/10/2023
Lord Vader Travelled keenly in the early and middle stages. Grafton 16/11/2023
Slasher Laid in under pressure in the home straight. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
Biceps Overraced in the early stages. Raced wide in the early and middle stages. Laid out when placed under pressure in the home straight. Mackay 22/12/2023
Slow to begin. Over-raced in the early stages. Raced wide throughout. Laid inwards when placed under pressure in the home straight. Gladstone 16/12/2023
Chucka Tanty Tightened shortly after the start. Bowen 14/12/2023
Divine Kamehalani Shifted out on jumping Mackay 22/12/2023
Was fractious in the barriers prior to jumping. Bumped shortly after the start by SIR GRACE (NZ) which shifted in. Rockhampton 09/12/2023
Fairybower Flyer Slow to begin and then failed to muster speed. Trainer J. Manzelmann was advised that a warning would be placed on the mare’s record. Home Hill 28/12/2023
Hampered on jumping away. Bowen 14/12/2023
Kaisa Began awkwardly, shifted out and made contact with another runner. Rider reported his mount did not handle the firm surface. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. Quirindi 29/08/2023
Change Of Tactics: to lead- led. Gunnedah 15/08/2023
 
Race 5 LADBROKES COMMUNITIES QTIS Three-Year-Old Maiden Handicap 1300M
Slasher Laid in under pressure in the home straight. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
All Powered Up Bumped with HARCH ROAD at the start. Raced wide throughout. Raced greenly under pressure. Rockhampton 02/06/2023
Had to be steadied off of heels. Townsville 19/05/2023
Sergeant's Pride When questioned regarding the performance jockey A Sewell stated that after being slow to begin, he was forced to race at the tail of the field in a race without much pace. He added that although he had to steady throughout the middle stages on a few occasions due to this pace, when he asked SERGEANT’S PRIDE for an effort, he was overall disappointed with the gelding’s response as it only went fairly to the line whereas he was under the impression that the gelding had more to offer. Rockhampton 01/12/2023
Brave Informer Hampered and checked at the start between RIVERVIEW RED, which jumped outwards and MARBLE ANGEL, which jumped inwards. Laid in under pressure in the home straight. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
Eyes Are Lion Slow to begin and was crowded by KARAKAROO which shifted in shortly after the start. Mackay 16/12/2023
Raced three wide for the majority. Shifted in rounding the home turn, tightening NELLYATION, which was taken onto SUPER CHEAP. Jockey S.Sheargold was severly reprimanded pursuant to AR 131(a) for allowing his mount to shift in when insuficiently clear. Home Hill 28/11/2023
The Real Diva Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight. Mackay 22/12/2023
Shifted outwards at the start impeding another runner. Raced wide over the early stages. Rockhampton 25/06/2023
Snuggle Bang Yahoo Shifted out abruptly at the start and was slow to begin as a result. Raced wide throughout. Moranbah 10/06/2023
Viennawaitsforyou Over-raced during the early stages when the pace slackened. Ipswich 29/11/2023
Began awkwardly. Bumped with KOKO WALOUR near the 1100m. Over-raced on heels near the 1000m. Laid in under pressure in the early stages of the home straight. Ipswich 09/11/2023
Cyber Jam Shifted out on jumping, bumping with HIDDEN KNOWLEDGE. Raced wide throughout. Mackay 22/12/2023
A late riding change was approved - Apprentice R. Wilson replaced Apprentice Krysten Swaffer who was delayed on route to the track. Began awkwardly then shifted in abruptly and lost ground. Townsville 30/05/2023
Wild Affair Slow to begin. Mackay 16/12/2023
Slow to begin. Ladbrokes Cannon Park 07/12/2023
 
Race 6 LADBROKES RACING CLUB Class 6 Handicap 1300M
Wren's Day (USA) Jockey R. Wiggins was the approved as the late rider replacement for Jockey A. Butler who was unable to make the declared weight. Stewards elected not to take action against Jockey Butler due to the prevailing weather conditions which resulted in gear and riding apparel becoming very wet, which impacted the opportunity to ride at the allocated weight. Jockey Wiggins reported that his mount failed to handle the soft conditions. Trainer T. Cook concurred with the thoughts of the rider. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
Ocean Emperor Raced wide throughout. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
Near the 1000m had to steady and then check shortly after to avoid the heels of JANEAN which shifted in when insufficiently clear. Rockhampton 09/12/2023
Deel With Me When questioned regarding the performance of the gelding, jockey A Butler stated that his mount failed to travel at any stage of the event and commenced to weaken passing the 1000m. Trainers representative Mr T Cook stated that DEEL WITH ME resented racing within runners and preferred tracks with more give. He added that it was the stables intention to continue on with the preparation. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. Mackay 22/07/2023
Mishani Fraudster Underwent a post-race veterinary examination and found to have a minor skin wound on the near side hind gaskin. Home Hill 28/12/2023
Upon entrance to the straight shifted out and bumped a runner. Ballina 04/12/2023
Pankhurst (NZ) Had to be steadied to avoid the heels of MCNAIR (NZ) near the 1000m. Mackay 22/12/2023
Slow to begin. Mackay 16/12/2023
Flying Shamus Jumped away awkwardly. Mackay 22/12/2023
Aidenabet Laid in over the concluding stages. Bowen 14/12/2023
Kefalonia Shifted in on jumping bumping with FIGHT IN THE DOG. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight. Rockhampton 09/12/2023
 
Race 7 HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM THE MTC Class 3 Plate 1300M
Fluttering Bumped on jumping. Bowen 14/12/2023
Raced wide throughout. Townsville 19/11/2023
Hezagem Slow to begin. Approaching the 600m had to ease and shift wider to avoid the heels of QUEENSLANDER. Had to shift out off the heels of CINDERELLA MAN to obtain clear racing room near the 300m. Mackay 22/12/2023
Upon returning to scale, Apprentice B. Johnson advised stewards that upon entering the home straight, HEZAGEM made heavy contact with the inside running rail for a number of strides. Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination which revealed no abnormalities. Trainers representative N Schofield advised that HEZAGEM has only ever performed moderately first up in the stable and whilst not overly satisfied with the performance, the stable would still be expecting HEZAGEM to improve over the next couple of runs. Rockhampton 09/12/2023
Hunua Hank (NZ) Over raced during the early stages of the event. Bowen 14/12/2023
Jerle Raced wide in the early stages. Shifted in slightly near the 100m, dictating SHARWIN inwards who in turn tightened UNCLE FRANK. Emerald 10/12/2023
Lenny Rocket Was fractious in the barriers prior to jumping. Mackay 22/12/2023
Schatzi Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight. Mackay 22/12/2023
Held up for clear racing room upon entering the home straight until the 350m. Mackay 30/11/2023
Tom Rocks Slow to begin. Had to be eased to avoid heels over the concluding stages. Mackay 22/12/2023
Lucia Maria Raced three wide without cover. Raced in restricted room over the concluding stages. Approaching the finishing post, became awkwardly placed on heels. Bowen 14/12/2023
Marshy Restrained at the start and shifted across runners to obtain a rearward position. Laid in under pressure in the early stages of the home straight. Aquis Park Gold Coast Poly 10/06/2023
Nine Carats Bounded on jumping. Had difficulty obtain clear racing room from the 300m to the 100m. Mackay 16/12/2023
Mishani Twilight Slow to begin. Ladbrokes Cannon Park 07/12/2023
Inclined to lay in over the concluding stages. Home Hill 28/11/2023
 
Race 8 RACING AGAIN TUESDAY 13TH APRIL RATINGS BAND 0 - 55 Handicap 1050M
Airit Jumped in the air at the start, began awkwardly and shifted in and crowded WINDSONG. Raced wide throughout. Jockey J. Stanley advised that his mount failed to handle the soft conditions. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
Buffeted soon after the start. Gatton 25/05/2023
Mohahna Raced wide in the early and middle stages Mackay 27/04/2023
Flaming Homer Shifted out on jumping, contacting MURUNGAL, which was taken out onto BRINGYATICKET. Passing the 600m, hung out hampering FAV’S FLYER, which had to be steadied. Home Hill 28/11/2023
Foggy Dew Slow to begin. Raced wide throughout. Mackay 22/12/2023
Ruby Sparkles J Stanley advised he became awkwardly placed near the running rail over the final stages and could not fully test his mount close to the finish. Rockhampton 20/07/2023
The Last Crusade Slow to begin. Home Hill 28/12/2023
Raced greenly over the concluding stages. Home Hill 28/11/2023
Ice Skater Raced wide throughout. Mackay 22/12/2023
When qst re the tactics adopted today particularly as to why the mare settled much further forward to lead, rdr advised that his instructions were to take up a forward position and it was open for him to lead. He added that after being ridden to go forward the mare subsequently over-raced in the middle stages in front. Trainer confirmed the instructions and advised that when the mare settled worse than mid-field last start at Moruya on 29 September 2023 from a wide gate, the instructions were to have the mare racing where comfortable. Canberra 20/10/2023
Chatilly Raced wide before obtaining a lead position near the 500m. Mackay 16/12/2023
Donmore Girl Jockey L. Tilley was the approved late rider replacement for Jockey R. Wiggins who was unable to make the declared weight. Stewards elected not to take action against Jockey Wiggins due to the prevailing weather conditions which resulted in gear and riding apparel becoming very wet, which impacted the opportunity to ride at the allocated weight. Connections advised that due to the deteriorating track conditions and the wide barrier draw the filly would look to be ridden more conservatively. Ridden accordingly. Slipped near the 700m. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
Jockey Stanley stated that although DONMORE GIRL had to do a little bit of work to obtain the lead, was satisfied with the way she settled and how she was travelling up until the 400m. When asked for an effort once headed by other runners, she failed to respond and was disappointing from that point. Stanley stated the filly had sweated up quite poorly in the prelims and this may have been a factor. Trainer agreed with the comments. Post race exam revealed no abs. Trainer since reported bloods obtained showed that the filly needs more time in between runs. Rockhampton 01/12/2023
Cinderella Man Raced wide throughout. Mackay 22/12/2023
Raced wide throughout. Gladstone 16/12/2023
Chalkley In the vicinity of the 150m, shifted in when struck with the whip before being corrected by its rider. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which revealed NVA. Bowen 14/12/2023
Approaching the winning post, had to momentarily steady and restrain to avoid the heels of MISHANI MAVERICK which shifted out and HARVESTA which shifted in simultaneously. Mackay 30/11/2023
Rock Dreamer (NZ) Raced in restricted room approaching the 600m. Laid inwards when placed under pressure in the home straight. Gladstone 16/12/2023
Raced wide throughout. Laid in under pressure in the home straight. Burrandowan 06/05/2023
Nouverre Fille Raced wide throughout. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
Queenslander Approaching the 600m had to be restrained and shifted wider when awkwardly placed onto the heels of WANNA TWEET for a number of strides. Mackay 22/12/2023
Began awkwardly. Raced greenly under pressure in home straight. Atherton 09/12/2023
Fav's Flyer Raced wide throughout. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
Hampered at the start by another runner which jumped outwards. Home Hill 09/12/2023
Crown Reach Laid in under pressure in the home straight. Rockhampton 21/12/2023
Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight. Emerald 10/12/2023
Act Of Royalty Bounded on jumping. Near the 1050m, had to steady and shift out when awkwardly placed onto the heels of BOOMALINA and bumped with DISONEY. Mackay 22/12/2023
Jumped away awkwardly. Raced wide in the early stages. Mackay 16/12/2023