Queensland Racing Integrity Commission

Race Meeting Stewards’ Report

 

 

Townsville Greyhound Racing Club

 

Date: Tuesday, 26 May 2026

Track: Good

Weather: Fine

 

Stewards: K. Dean (Chair), A. Cox & C. Ryan

 

General:

 

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Race 1 – BELFORD KENNELS MIXED 3/4 380m

 

2 Jimmy Roo – Was observed to be displaying signs of lameness post-race. A post-race veterinary examination revealed an injury to the offside triceps, under the provisions of GAR41(1) the greyhound was stood down for 28 days and must complete a satisfactory steward’s trial prior to future nominations being accepted. Trainer Mr. H. Ardle stated it is his intention to retire Jimmy Roo.

 

 

Race 2 – BET NATION TOWNSVILLE YOUNG GUNS HEAT 1 OPEN 380m

 

1 No Power – Made contact with the inside running rail rounding the first turn. A post-race veterinary examination revealed an abrasion to the offside hind paw, no stand down time was issued.

 

7 White Car – Turned in the starting boxes and jumped a significant distance behind the rest of the field. Took no competitive part in the event. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities. Stewards invoked GAR 106(1) - turned in the boxes, the greyhound must complete a satisfactory trial prior to racing next.

 

 

Race 3 – BET NATION TOWNSVILLE YOUNG GUNS HEAT 2 OPEN 380m

 

No apparent reportable incidents.

 

 

Race 4 – BET NATION TOWNSVILLE YOUNG GUNS HEAT 3 OPEN 380m

 

2 Gidgee Bug – A pre-race sample was unable to be obtained.

 

 

Race 5 – LENREX PTY LTD GRADE 5 (1) 498m

 

4 Emgrand Flash – Dragged down rounding the first turn and lost ground. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities.

 

 

Race 6 - TIM MITCHELL GRADE 5 (2) 498m

 

4 Ben Tango – Faltered in its action exiting the first turn and lost considerable ground during the event. A post-race veterinary examination revealed an injury to the offside back muscle, under the provisions of GAR41(1) the greyhound was stood down for 7 days.

 

7 Enzola –Stewards spoke to trainer Mr. H. Ardle regarding the improved performance of Enzola. Mr. Ardle stated he was surprised with the greyhound’s performance tonight, noting that the greyhound has had limited starts over the 498m distance but has been racing consistently over the 380m. Adding that the greyhound benefited from jumping well and obtaining a clear run with no interference. Mr Ardle stated that he did not support the runner in wagering.

 

 

Race 7 - BURDEKIN VET SERVICES GRADE 5 (3) 498m

 

No apparent reportable incidents.

 

 

Race 8 - PREH WE WIN RACING 4/5 GRADE FINAL MIXED 4/5 498m

 

4 Tommy’s Whiskey – Dragged down rounding the first turn and lost ground. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities.

 

 

Race 9 - PATRICK DANIELS FFA 380m

 

7 On Holidays – Performed below market expectations. Appeared awkward in its action rounding the first turn and the home turn. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities. Stewards directed trainer Mr. B. Belford to report back to stewards should any abnormalities become apparent in the coming days. Mr Belford reported to stewards that after being checked over, On Holidays was showing soreness in the hip and stated that it is his intention to spell the greyhound.

 

 

Race 10 - STARLINE EXPRESS AT STUD MIXED 4/5 380m

 

No apparent reportable incidents.

 

 

Race 11 - PATRICIA GROVES GRADE 4 380m

 

No apparent reportable incidents.

 

 

Race 12 - GRANNY GARROW GRADE 5 380m

 

7 Hara’s Bluey – A post-race veterinary examination conducted at the trainer’s request revealed an injury to the offside wrist, under the provisions of GAR41(1) the greyhound was stood down for 7 days.

 

 

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                                                                  STEWARDS SUMMARY

Samples (post-race)

All winners

Scratchings

R3 Beep – Injury, nearside chest

R3 Kej Stefani – Injury, offside shoulder

R5 Princess Toes – Injury, nearside hip

R10 Hara’s Rex – Injury, offside back muscle

R12 Hollywood Shadow – Injury, offside hind toe

Animal Actions

R2 – White Car – GAR106(1) – Turned in the boxes – Satisfactory trial required

Stewards Trials

Honey Bunny – Pass 498m satisfactory trial with offside blinker, in a time of 29.12 at a weight of 25.1kg

VETERINARY SUMMARY

Race

Greyhound

 

Injury

Stand down period (days)

1

Jimmy Roo

Offside triceps

28 + trial

2

No Power

Abrasion offside hind paw

Nil

6

Ben Tango

Offside back muscle

7

 

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