Queensland Racing Integrity Commission

Race Meeting Stewards’ Report

Brisbane Greyhound Racing Club

Date: Sunday, 17 March 2024

Track Condition: Good

Weather: Fine

Officials

Chairman of Stewards: N Thorneycroft

Stewards: S Barr, M Fernholz

Veterinarian: Dr C Solorzano

Swab Official: R Fedrick

Starter: T Brennan

Judge: T Blacka

Lure Driver: C Nilsson

Race 1 - BORGBET TIPPING SERVICE MDNPW 331m

3 Larry- Was galloped on from behind and was severely checked in the back straight. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which revealed an injury to the offside wrist and was stood down for 7 days.

Race 2 - BOX 1 PHOTOGRAPHY MAIDEN 331m

4 Sirius Charlie- Came up with the lids and was slow away. Trailed field for remainder of event. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which did not reveal any abnormalities. Stewards spoke to Mr D Johnstone regarding Sirius Charlie’s performance in today’s event. Mr Johnstone stated that it was out of character for the greyhound to miss the start and this impacted his ability to be competitive. Mr Johnstone further added that it was the greyhounds second race start, and first at this track. Stewards issued a warning against the greyhound and will closely monitor its future performances.  

Race 3 - TAB MAIDEN FINAL MAIDEN 331m

6 Altair- Severely checked in the back straight causing the greyhound to fall and take no further competitive part in the event. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which did not reveal any abnormalities.

Race 4 - GARRARD'S HORSE AND HOUND GRADE 5 (1) 331m

No significant racing incidents.

Race 5 - FABREGAS @ METICULOUS LODGE MIXED 4/5 331m

1 Powder Keg- Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was passed fit to race.

Race 6 - SKY RACING GRADE 4 331m

No significant racing incidents.

Race 7 - MARBURG PUB BEST 8 331m

4 Super Scrub- Stewards spoke to Mr T Elson the trainer of Super Scrub as some noticeable betting fluctuations were noted by Stewards. Mr Elson stated that the greyhound has above average ability and that he expected a performance that of todays from the greyhound. Mr Elson added that Super Scrub had been racing over 520m, however, had been weakening late and Mr Elson intentionally dropped him back in distance and endeavours to return to 520m racing in coming starts.  

Race 8 - GET IT GIZMO @ NEWHAVEN STUD 5TH GRADE FINAL GRADE 5 331m

No significant racing incidents.

Race 9 - TIGGERLONG TONK @ STUD GRADE 5 (2) 331m

No significant racing incidents.

Race 10 - CARINA LEAGUES CLUB GRADE 5 (3) 331m

4 Noble Gambler- Beaton favourite. Checked entering the turn off the back straight. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which did not reveal any abnormalities.

5 Lava Flow- Late scratching at 4.39pm due to the greyhound not being presented in the required kennelling time GAR 86(1). Due to the circumstances surrounding the non–presentation trainer, Mr R Hazelgrove was fined $300, A 10 day stand down period was imposed for Lava Flow.

Race 11 - BRISGREYS.COM MA5 (1) 331m

No significant racing incidents.

Race 12 - TWITTER @ BRISGREYS MA5 (2) 331m

No significant racing incidents.

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STEWARDS SUMMARY
Samples (Post-race)	All winners.
Scratchings	R2 Shian Kyle – Injury, near pin R8 – Kimberley Kent Injury, near hip
Late Scratchings	R10 Lava Flow- 4.39pm Not presented.
Person Actions	Reg Hazelgrove- Unacceptable scratching of Lava Flow- GAR 76(7). $300 fine.

VETERINARY SUMMARY
Race	Greyhound	Injury	Stand down period (days)
1	Larry	Off Wrist	7

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.