QUEENSLAND RACING

STEWARDS REPORT


BRISBANE RACING CLUB – EAGLE FARM – SATURDAY, 1 MAY 2010

WEATHER – FINE TRACK RATING – DEAD 4 / GOOD 3 (From Race 5)
RAIL – OUT 8M


OFFICIALS

Chairman of Stewards – W. Birch
Stewards – J. Hackett , D. Aurisch, G. Ireland, T. Quick, D. Harrison
Betting Steward – M. Sweeney
Clerk of Scales - C. Fedrick
Judge – I. Schultz
Veterinarian – M. Lenz
Swab attendants – A. Challen, K. Warwick, R. Gonchee, A. Muilwyk
Bookmakers Supervisor – W. Flynn
Starter – M. Henderson
Stewards Secretary – W. Ostrofski

Race 1: MCGUIRES HOTELS H’CAP - 1600m
1st – Shabana 2nd – Jackpot 3rd – Tarrayoukyan 4th – Pleasure Time

CHE CASINO (M. Cahill) jumped away awkwardly and missed the start.

SHABANA (L. Cassidy), which jumped away awkwardly, was hampered shortly after the start by MORSECODIAN (M. Hellyer), which was taken in by TARRAYOUKYAN (C. Munce).

Near the 1200m MORSECODIAN had to be steadied to avoid the heels of TARRAYOUKYAN.

MORSECODIAN was inclined to pull hard in the middle stages.

Near the 500m COOL EDITION (P. Hammersley) shifted out to improve and made contact with MORSECODIAN, forcing it wider.

PLEASURE TIME (R. McMahon) was inclined to lay in approaching the finish line.

P. Hammersley reported that COOL EDITION jumped away well and took up a position as instructed in the first half of the field, however in consideration of the horse’s finishing effort he was of the opinion that COOL EDITION would be better suited ridden from a more rearward position. A post-race veterinary examination of COOL EDITION revealed the horse to be lame in the offside foreleg and sore in both front fetlocks. Trainer T. Crane was advised that a veterinary certificate of fitness will be required before the horse races again.

When questioned as to the riding tactics on BENEFACTION, B. Stewart explained that he had been instructed to ride the horse quietly from its wide barrier and after settling back in the field he intended to trail KYROS (S. Seamer), however when the pace quickened after leaving the 600m KYROS did not progress forward as anticipated. He added that BENEFACTION was not entirely suited by the tempo of the race today and whilst able to test his mount in the straight, it was held up for clear running over the latter stages.

Race 2: SHAFSTON HOTEL H’CAP - 1000m
1st – Honest Truth 2nd – Fab Fevola 3rd – Decibella 4th – Daunting Lad

The start of this race was delayed when STARLACTIC proved difficult to load. Trainer W. Lawson was advised that STARLACTIC will be required to barrier trial to the satisfaction of the stewards before being permitted to race again.

KING OF THE KONGO (B. El-Issa), which stood flat-footed losing considerable ground at the start, was declared ineligible to race until such time as the horse passes at least two barrier tests.

STARLACTIC (J. Wood) jumped away awkwardly.

ELEDA (D. Browne) and SEQUESTRATE (M. Speers) were both slow to jump.

DECIBELLA (C. Munce) was tightened for room at the start between POWER OF GEORGE (M. Hellyer), which shifted in, and SHAKEVA (J. Bowditch).

Near the 400m DECIBELLA shifted out to improve and made contact with ACORNS (J. Byrne).

POWER OF GEORGE (M. Hellyer), which compounded over the final 300m after racing outside the leader, was examined by the veterinary surgeon who reported that the horse had been galloped on on the nearside foreleg.

Trainer W. Lawson reported that STARLACTIC got its tongue over the bit and advised that he would give consideration to racing the horse without a tongue tie.

Race 3: MOUNT FRANKLIN QTIS 600 H’CAP - 1200m
1st – Steel Dragon 2nd – Big Chance 3rd – Raise Up 4th – Danewin Girl

G’DAY OLD MATE (C. Spry), DE LAGO BLOOM (G. Colless) and RUN FOR LEVI (J. Taylor) were slow to begin.

Approaching the 1100m MISS IMAGICA (C. Munce) shifted in and away from STEEL DRAGON (S. Katsidis), resulting in TURNITUP (D. Browne) having to be checked when tightened for room between that horse and BULLDOG MACK (K. Banks).

MISS IMAGICA, JUST DESTINY (J. Holder), G’DAY OLD MATE and TURNITUP all raced wide throughout.

Approaching the 200m ANIMATED (M. Speers), which was tiring, shifted out under pressure inconveniencing RAISE UP (S. Scriven). A post-race veterinary examination of ANIMATED failed to reveal any abnormalities.

Connections of DE LAGO BLOOM, which performed disappointingly once again, advised that the filly would now be sent for an immediate spell. A post-race veterinary examination of DE LAGO BLOOM failed to reveal any abnormalities.

Stewards sought an explanation from C. Munce in respect to the performance of MISS IMAGICA today. C. Munce stated that the horse was fractious in the barriers prior to the start being effected and failed to show its customary speed in the early stages. C. Munce added he was never completely happy with the way the horse travelled throughout the race and proved very disappointing in his opinion. Trainer M. Nolan agreed that MISS IMAGICA was disappointing and would be sent for an immediate spell.

M. Speers, the rider of ANIMATED, which performed below expectations, advised stewards that the filly had stepped up in class sharply today, and its performance was satisfactory bearing in mind it was only the horse’s second start in a race following its win at Ipswich. Trainer L. Birchley agreed with M. Speers’ assessment and indicated the horse would now be sent for an immediate spell.

Race 4: HOGS BREATH TAILS STAKES - 2150m
1st – Tabulate 2nd – Encosta Tszyu 3rd – Royal Hope 4th – Agnes Dream

As A. Best was to be overweight, A. Pattillo was substituted as the rider of TRIPITZ. A. Best was fined $100 under AR. 120(b).

ATTALLUS (S. Seamer), WARRIOR WITHIN (P. Hammersley) and TRIPITZ (A. Pattillo) were tightened on jumping away between ROYAL HOPE (J. Taylor) and LYNCEAN ACADEMY (S. Katsidis), which shifted in.

Near the winning post on the first occasion ENCOSTA TSZYU (B. El-Issa) shifted in and made contact with BELL ACADEMY (L. Cassidy), which was briefly cramped for room.

SPECHENKA (J. Holder) was caught wide on the first turn and was obliged to race wide until assuming a position outside the leader near the 1600m.

WARRIOR WITHIN raced three wide for the majority of the event.

TRIPITZ (A. Pattillo) was tightened for room over the concluding stages between SPECHENKA and LYNCEAN ACADEMY and as a result A. Pattillo was unable to fully test the horse over the concluding stages.

Stewards sought an explanation from C. Munce in respect to the performance of DRUMSHANBO. C. Munce stated that he was instructed to ride the horse a little closer today and was able to do so from his good alley, however in his opinion the horse raced a little strongly and this may have had an effect on the gelding’s capacity to finish off the race. Trainer M. Nolan was unable to offer any excuses for the disappointing run today.

Following the disappointing performance of PYRAMIDS, M. Cahill reported that the horse did not handle the step up in distance as it was having its first start over a middle distance today. A post-race veterinary examination of PYRAMIDS failed to reveal any abnormalities.



Race 5: ORIGIN KEBABS H’CAP - 1400m
1st – How Much My Love 2nd – Femina Fashion 3rd – Shuffle The Cash 4th – Little Stranger

HELIDECK (J. Byrne) jumped away awkwardly and missed the start. HELIDECK was then inclined to pull hard shortly after the start and continued to pull hard in the middle stages.

Approaching the 1000m ALBERT CADABRA (L. Rolls) had to be steadied when it improved on to the heels of MANIC MONDAY (B. El-Issa).

SMART PUNCH (C. Munce) raced three wide without cover throughout the event.

COCKTAIL SUPREME (J. Wood), HELIDECK and BITABIFF (S. Seamer) all raced wide throughout.

Rounding the home turn SHUFFLE THE CASH (S. Katsidis) shifted out to improve and made contact with RAINCOAT (M. Speers).

When questioned as to the disappointing performance of DAEDALUS, B. Stewart stated that the horse, having its first run from a spell today, struggled to show any pace out of the barriers. He added that the horse is better suited when able to lead, however the horse did not seem focused. Trainer Mrs G. Heinrich stated that the horse has shown in the past to be reluctant to race inside of horses and was of the view the horse races best when able to lead. She added that it is intended that the horse be stepped up in distance. A post-race veterinary examination of DAEDALUS failed to reveal any abnormalities.

Following the seemingly disappointing run of SMART PUNCH, connections advised that the horse would be sent for a spell. A post-race veterinary examination of SMART PUNCH failed to reveal any abnormalities.

Following the running of Race 5, the track was upgraded to GOOD 3, retrospective to Race 5.

Race 6: COCA-COLA AMATIL VICTORY STAKES - 1200m
1st – Ghetto Blaster 2nd – The Jackal 3rd – Albert The Fat 4th – Chinchilla Rose

EXPRESS AIR (J. Holder) and BLAZING HEARTS (S. Scriven) missed the start.

Leaving the 1100m GHETTO BLASTER (S. Katsidis) had to be steadied to avoid the heels of THE JACKAL (L. Cassidy), which shifted in when not fully clear. L. Cassidy was advised of his requirement to ensure he provides sufficient room when crossing.

Approaching the 600m GHETTO BLASTER shifted in and made contact with BLAZING HEARTS, resulting in that horse becoming unbalanced. At the same stage, CHINCHILLA ROSE (B. El-Issa) shifted in of its own accord and made contact with the running rail.

THE JACKAL raced three wide throughout.

TOUR GUIDE (B. Stewart) laid out rounding the home turn.

C. Munce, the rider of POOR JUDGE, reported in his opinion the performance of POOR JUDGE was not completely dissatisfying. He indicated to stewards that it may be beneficial to drop the horse back in class and ride it a little quieter than he had today. Trainer N. Hilton advised that POOR JUDGE in his opinion may not have handled the step up in class to weight for age and he would monitor the horse in the days subsequent to the event and give consideration as to whether to proceed with the horse’s current preparation.

L. Cassidy reported that THE JACKAL was inclined to race keenly as it was having its first run back from a spell.

A post-race veterinary examination of CARDINAL VIRTUE (G. Colless) failed to reveal any abnormalities.

EXPRESS AIR was examined by the veterinary surgeon who reported the horse to be exhibiting bilateral soreness in front.

Race 7: WELLERS HOTEL GROUP GUNSYND CLASSIC - 1600m
1st – Sanderson 2nd – Listen Son 3rd – Brave The Way 4th – Captain Clayton

Trainer T. Hall was fined $100 under LR. 70 for failing to declare P. Hammersley as the rider of SHADOW BUSTER by the prescribed time.

As J. Bowditch had been stood down by the Club’s doctor, B. El-Issa was substituted as the rider of CATALLION.

CAPTAIN CLAYTON (S. Scriven) was restrained shortly after the start from its difficult gate to take a position closer to the running rail.

Leaving the 1200m FANTASTIC BLUE (J. Byrne), which was inclined to pull hard, had to be steadied off the heels of PONZI SCHEME (J. Taylor), which shifted in. CATALLION (B. El-Issa), which was following, shifted out off the heels of FANTASTIC BLUE. Also in this incident, SHOW A LION HEART (S. Katsidis), which was following CATALLION, shifted in abruptly, tightening RELEASED (A. Pattillo) and CAPTAIN CLAYTON.

Also leaving the 1200m TITANIUM ROCK (A. Best) was momentarily cramped for room by BRAVE THE WAY (G. Colless), which shifted in.

Near the 1000m RELEASED (A. Pattillo) was tightened for room by SHOW A LION HEART (S. Katsidis), which shifted in and away from SHADOW BUSTER (P. Hammersley) which shifted in when not clear. P. Hammersley was cautioned and reminded of his obligation to ensure runners on his inside have sufficient room.

Approaching the finish line BRAVE THE WAY (G. Colless) was inclined to lay in under pressure. LISTEN SON (K. Banks), which was racing on the inside, shifted in and away from BRAVE THE WAY and made contact with SANDERSON (J. Holder), which was racing on the rails.

When questioned regarding the performance of FANTASTIC BLUE, which weakened over the final 300m, rider J. Byrne explained that he settled the horse in a handy position with cover, however the gelding failed to finish the race off as expected. J. Byrne added that in his view FANTASTIC BLUE will be better suited when ridden in a more rearward position in future starts. A post-race veterinary examination of FANTASTIC BLUE failed to reveal any abnormalities.

When questioned regarding the improved performance of SANDERSON, trainer K. Doughty stated that the horse had raced well despite being beaten over sprint distances and advised stewards that the horse is most effective when racing over distances of 1600m and further.

LISTEN SON (K. Banks) lost its near fore plate in running.

PONZI SCHEME lost its off hind plate in running.

Race 8: HOPPY’S CARWASH PLATE - 1200m
1st – Ulladulla 2nd – Drenalin 3rd – Mazuka 4th – Leapfrog

HIS BOY ELROY, which was kicked behind the barriers, was examined by the veterinary surgeon and declared a late scratching at 4.42 p.m. by order of the stewards acting on veterinary advice. On the announcement of correct weight, stewards ordered that all monies invested on HIS BOY ELROY be refunded, with no other alteration to betting.

GUISSEPINO (D. Browne) was tightened shortly after the start between REGAL GAZE (R. McMahon), which was taken in by DRENALIN (B. Stewart), and GUNDY SON (S. Katsidis), which shifted out and away from LEFT STANDING (L. Cassidy).

Near the 1100m LILLEELAVEE (B. Evans) had to be checked and lost its position when racing inside of ULLADULLA (S. Scriven), which shifted in and away from LEAPFROG (P. Hammersley), when that horse crossed when not sufficiently clear. P. Hammersley was severely reprimanded and instructed to take greater measures to keep his mounts straight.

BLACKWOODS CHOICE (J. Byrne) raced wide throughout.

G. Colless, the rider of MAZUKA, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under AR. 137(a), in that approaching the 1000m he permitted his mount to shift in when insufficiently clear of SEETHING DUCK (M. Hellyer), resulting in SEETHING DUCK having to be checked to avoid the heels of MAZUKA and losing its rightful running. G. Colless’s licence to ride in races was suspended for a period of 7 meetings, with the term of suspension to commence at midnight on Saturday, 8 May, and expire at midnight on Thursday, 20 May 2010.

B. Stewart, the rider of DRENALIN, was found guilty of a charge of careless riding under AR. 137(a) in that near the 800m he permitted his mount to shift in when insufficiently clear of MAZUKA (G. Colless), resulting in that horse being taken in on to LILLEELAVEE, which had to be checked when tightened for room between MAZUKA and the running rail. In this incident SEETHING DUCK, which was following LILLEELAVEE, also had to be checked to avoid the heels of LILLEELAVEE when that horse lost ground. B. Stewart’s licence to ride in races was suspended for a period of 7 meetings. In assessing penalty, stewards took into consideration that B. Stewart was commencing a suspension following the completion of today’s meeting. Stewards ordered that the 7-meeting suspension commence at the expiration of an 8 meeting suspension which commences at midnight on Saturday, 1 May, and expire at midnight on Wednesday, 19 May 2010.

Near the 300m SILVER SCHOLAR (K. Yoshida) had to be steadied to avoid the heels of DRENALIN, which shifted out to improve.

B. Stewart, the rider of DRENALIN, dropped his whip close to the finish line.

S. Katsidis, the rider of GUNDY SON, reported that he was not supplied with any firm instructions and when he was trapped wide in the early stages he allowed the horse to improve forward to take a position outside the leader. S. Katsidis added that in his opinion GUNDY SON today raced quite fresh and as a result compounded over the concluding section of the race. S. Katsidis further stated that given the early sectionals GUNDY SON was entitled to tire and felt the horse will take great benefit from today’s race. Trainer R. Heathcote reported that the horse had raced similarly at a previous campaign and agreed with S. Katsidis that the horse would take benefit from today’s outing.

STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY

Summary of action concerning licensees

Reprimands
Race 8. P. Hammersley – careless riding – AR. 137(a)
Fines
Race 4. A. Best - $100 – overweight – AR. 120(b)
Race 7. T. Hall - $100 – late rider – LR. 70
Suspensions
Race 8. B. Stewart – careless riding – 7 mtgs – expires 19.05.10 – AR. 137(a)
Race 8. G. Colless – careless riding – 7 mtgs (08.05.10 - 20.05.10) – AR. 137(a)

Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses

Horses swabbed pre-race
Guissepino, Gundy Son, His Boy Elroy, Left Standing, Silver Scholar, Seething Duck, Albert The Fat, Fly With Me, Fantastic Blue, Break The Ice, Titanium Rock, Brave The Way, Blazing Hearts, Tour Guide, Olonana, The Jackal, Definite Choice, Listen Son, Cardinal Virtue, How Much My Love, Beartracker, Shuffle The Cash, Warrior Within, Showit, Spechenka, Encosta Tszyu, Lyncean Academy, Pyramids, Miss Imagica, Turnitup, Bulldog Mack, Teepoh, G’Day Old Mate, Starlactic, Perugin Thought, Moonan Kathleen, Benefaction, Honest Truth, Surefirerose, Morsecodian, Shabana, Che Casino

Horses swabbed post-race
All winners, Jackpot, Fab Fevola, Encosta Tszyu, Femina Fashion, The Jackal

Warnings/bars
Race 1. COOL EDITION – lame – vet clearance before racing
Race 2. KING OF THE KONGO – stood flat-footed at start – 2 barrier tests
Race 2. STARLACTIC – difficult to load – barrier trial to stewards’ satisfaction
Summary of rider changes/Late notifications

Race 3. TEEPOH – J. Byrne, BATON TWIRLER – S. Seamer, RUN FOR LEVI – J. Taylor
Race 4: TRIPITZ – A. Pattillo
Race 7. CATALLION – B. El-Issa, SHOW A LION HEART – S. Katsidis, SHADOW BUSTER – P. Hammersley, SANTO DE LAGO – M. Cahill
Late scratchings
Race 8. HIS BOY ELROY – 4.42 p.m.