QUEENSLAND RACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION
STEWARDS REPORT
EAGLE FARM
SATURDAY 7TH NOVEMBER 2026
WEATHER – Fine TRACK RATING – Good 4 RAIL – +3m Entire
PENETROMETER – 6.31
OFFICIALS
Chairperson – J. Adams
Stewards – G. Goold, J. Williamson, K. Robbins, H. Matthews
Clerk of Scales – B. Connell
GENERAL
Stewards approved the following overweights:
Race 1: L. Tilley +0.5kg (56.5kg)
Race 4: A. Mallyon +0.5kg (54.4kg)
As Jockey B. Thornton and Apprentice J. McMurray were injured at Ipswich 05/11/26, they were replaced as per the race day summary. Jockey B. Thornton and Apprentice J. McMurray were advised that medical certificates would be required prior to riding again.
Trainer M. Dunn was fined $200 under LR67(1) for the late declaration of D. Moor as the rider of SUZE SPRITZ in Race 3.
Trainer P. Bobic was fined $100 under LR67(1) for the late declaration of E. Lang as the rider of DIRTY HARRY in Race 10.
Trainer J. Edwards was fined $200 under LR67(1) for the late declaration of T. Marshall as the rider of PUNISHMENT in Race 10.
Prior to the running of Race 1, Stewards inspected the track and upgraded it to a Good 4 at 10:35am.
Race 1 - SKY RACING "THE BRUCE" BENCHMARK 70 HANDICAP 1200 M
PETITE PALACE – Held up on entering the home straight and passing the 250m, was disappointed when attempting to improve into a run to the inside of SORT CHA MESS and as a result PETITE PALACE was obliged to shift out to improve.
SUPER QUICK – Began awkwardly, blundered and bumped AMERICAN CONQUEST.
ELECTED (IRE) – Bumped with STIKTODASCRYPT at the start. Laid in under pressure in the home straight.
AMERICAN CONQUEST – Began awkwardly and bumped SUPER QUICK. Over-raced in the early and middle stages. Held up on entering the home straight until near the 250m.
STIKTODASCRYPT – Began awkwardly and bumped ELECTED (IRE). Over-raced in the early stages when being restrained to attempt to secure a position with cover. Passing the 150m, had to be checked to avoid the heels of ELECTED (IRE) which shifted in under riding and VIALE, which shifted out marginally. Jockey C. Whiteley, the rider of ELECTED (IRE) pleaded guilty to a charge pursuant to AR 131(a) for careless riding. Jockey C. Whiteley’s license to ride in races was suspended for a period of 7 days, commencing midnight 14th November and concluding midnight 21st November 2026. Jockey C. Whiteley was advised of his right of appeal.
VIALE – Bumped with MISHANI PRINCE at the start. Over-raced throughout. Passing the 150m, shifted out marginally. Lost its off fore plate.
MISHANI PRINCE – Bumped with VIALE at the start. Held up for clear running on entering the home straight and was obliged to shift out and secure clear running passing the 250m.
Race 2 - KIWA CONSTRUCTION SCIENCES CLASS 3 PLATE 1815 M
DATA LEAK – Over-raced throughout the event. Lost both hind plates. Jockey E. Lang was severely reprimanded pursuant to AR 131(d) for excessively slowing the pace of the race.
HE'SGOTTHESAY– Passing the 1100m, after the pace of the race slackened, shifted out to a three wide position and was allowed to stride forward to take up a position outside of the lead near the 600m.
HOT MAJESTY – Began awkwardly and lost ground. Laid out under pressure in the home straight. Apprentice J. Newman was reprimanded pursuant to AR132(6)(b) for using his whip above shoulder height.
ROCHEDALE HERO - Laid out under pressure in the home straight.
HARD EVIDENCE (FR) – Connections advised of a change of tactics in that HARD EVIDENCE (FR) would attempt to settle further forward. Settled midfield. Passing the 1200m when the place of the race slackened, became awkwardly placed on the heels of DATA LEAK, HARD EVIDENCE (FR) resulting in the gelding clipping heels and blundering.
CANTARITO – Connections advised of a change of tactics in that CANTARITOwould attempt to settle further forward.Slow to begin and settled towards the rear of the field. Passing the 1200m as the pace of the race slackened had to be steadied to avoid the heels of HARD EVIDENCE (FR), which blundered.
Race 3 - PEARSON AUTOMOTIVE RATINGS BAND 0 - 65 HANDICAP 1500 M
YES DONALD YES – When asked to comment on the performance, Jockey T. Marshall reported that due to the fair early tempo, he found it difficult to make ground on the field, and in his opinion, the gelding did its best work later. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities.
ROCK THEM JOOLS (NZ) – Hampered on entering the home straight by HALF LISTENING (USA), which shifted out to improve. Apprentice C. Sutherland, the rider of HALF LISTENING (USA), was reprimanded pursuant to AR 131(a) for careless riding and was advised to exercise greater care when shifting ground. When asked to comment on the performance, Jockey K. Wilson-Taylor reported that in his opinion, ROCK THEM JOOLS (NZ) may not have appreciated today’s track conditions. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities.
MICHIFUKU - When asked to comment on the performance, Jockey L. Tilley reported that MICHIFUKU failed to let down as expected and that in his opinion the gelding may not have appreciated today’s track conditions.
LUDIK – Held up for clear running on entering the home straight and was obliged to shift out in order to improve.
SHAPE OF WATER – Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was found to have abrasions in its mouth. Subsequently Stewards withdrew SHAPE OF WATER at 11:20am on veterinary advice. Trainer O. Cairns was advised that a veterinary certificate would be required prior to SHAPE OF WATER racing again.
Race 4 - ELGIN VALLEY FARMS QLDER OPEN HANDICAP 1815 M
FAWKNER PARK (IRE) – Apprentice C. Sutherland reported on scale that in his opinion, FAWKNER PARK (IRE) may appreciate a step up in distance.
YET HE MOVES - Connections advised of a change of tactics in that YET HE MOVES would attempt to settle further forward. Settled midfield.
NOBLE CONQUEROR – Over-raced in the middle stages.
LIBERTY PARK (NZ) - Connections advised of a change of tactics in that LIBERTY PARK (NZ) would attempt to settle further forward. Ridden accordingly.
NAVAL SEAL - Laid in under pressure over the concluding stages. When asked to comment on the performance, Jockey A. Jones reported that the steady tempo of the race and settling further back in the field than anticipated did not suit the gelding, however she was pleased with its finishing efforts. A post-race veterinary examination revealed heat stress and the thumps.
Race 5 - GJ GARDNER HOMES BENCHMARK 78 HANDICAP 1300 M
OUR MAGNUS – On straightening commenced to lay out resulting in OUR MAGNUS shifting out a considerable distance. Apprentice J. Hampson reported that she had difficulty changing her whip to the outside in the home straight as her reins were getting caught in the gelding’s mane. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities. Co. Trainer C. Geran was advised that a warning would now be placed on the gelding in relation to its racing manners.
POCKETMONEY – When placed under pressure in the home straight, commenced to hang in, obliging its rider to stop and straighten on multiple occasions. Jockey T. Fenlon reported at scale that POCKETMONEY laid in in the home straight. A post-race veterinary examination revealed a slow recovery. Co. Trainer C. Munce was advised that a warning would now be placed on POCKETMONEY in relation to its racing manners. Co. Trainer C. Munce advised POCKETMONEY would now be sent for a freshen up. He further added that consideration will be placed into the addition of blinkers and riding the gelding with cover next start.
SUPERALLOY - Slow to begin.
HE'S TRU BLUE (GB) – Shifted in at the start and bumped SOUTHERN HEIRESS. Became awkwardly placed on heels leaving the 800m.
SOUTHERN HEIRESS – Bumped at the start.
HIGHGROVE ROSE – Began awkwardly and lost ground.
Race 6 - AUSTBROKERS COMSURE OPEN HANDICAP 1400 M
SEA KING (GB) - Connections advised of a change of tactics in that SEA KING (GB) would attempt to settle further forward. Began awkwardly and lost ground. Settled towards the rear of the field. When questioned regarding today’s performance, Trainer M. Dunn reported that the gelding was not suited to the distance of today’s race. He further added that it is the intention of the stable to step SEA KING up to 2000m next start and if the gelding does not show improved form, consideration will be placed into SEA KING’s future racing career.
CAPTAIN FURAI - Connections advised of a change of tactics in that CAPTAIN FURAI would attempt to settle further forward. Settle back of midfield.
SPACE TRACKER (IRE) - Raced in restricted room for a short distance leaving the 1200m.
JUST PRECIOUS – When asked to comment on the performance, Jockey C. Graham reported that the mare over-raced early and, in her opinion, may not have appreciated today’s track conditions. A post-race veterinary examination revealed upper respiratory noises. Trainer S. Kendrick was advised that a veterinary certificate inclusive of endoscopic results would be required prior to racing again.
POCKET FULL – Raced in restricted room for a short distance leaving the 1200m. Over-raced in the middle stages. When asked to comment on the performance, Jockey T. Marshall reported that the gelding failed to respond when under pressure from the 500m, and in his opinion, may appreciate tracks with more give in them. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities.
Race 7 - STAND WITH JAI BENCHMARK 78 HANDICAP 1000 M
INCOGNITO – Slow to begin. When asked to comment on the performance, Jockey D. Moor reported that in his opinion the colt may appreciate tracks with more give in them. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities.
MILITARY TYCOON – Slow to begin. When asked to comment on the performance, Jockey R. Maloney reported that in his opinion the mare may appreciate a step up in distance. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities.
BENZOU – Slow to begin. Over-raced in the middle stages and leaving the 700m had to be restrained after improving onto heels. Had difficulty obtaining clear running on entering the home straight and shifted in to improve.
Race 8 - CHRIS WARD CLASSIC BENCHMARK 78 HANDICAP 1600 M
CAPE CRUSADER – When asked to comment on the performance, Jockey D. Moor reported that the gelding failed to travel comfortably at any stage and hung out when placed under pressure. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities. Co. Trainer M. Sears advised that in her opinion CAPE CRUSADER prefers tracks with more give in them and will now be sent for a freshen up. Stewards advised Co. Trainer M. Sears that CAPE CRUSADER would be required to officially trial to Stewards satisfaction prior to racing again.
LUPINE (NZ) – Over-raced in the early stages. Approaching the 1000m, shifted to a three wide position and raced wide for the remainder. Laid out rounding the home turn.
THE DRAMATIST– Began awkwardly and lost ground.
EASY LOVE – When asked to comment on the performance, Jockey R. Maloney reported that in his opinion the mare may appreciate a step up in distance and tracks with more give in them. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities.
NEW JOY – Began awkwardly.
TWISTED QUEEN – Over-raced in the early stages,
Race 9 - RTE CUSTOM TRUCKS BENCHMARK 85 HANDICAP 1200 M
MILLANE – Bumped at the start.
SKYFORGER – Laid out rounding the home turn.
MISHANI CROWN – Began awkwardly.
ZOUFANI – Over-raced in the middle stages.
NOBLE DECREE (NZ) – Began awkwardly, shifted in and bumped MILLANE.
Race 10 - HIGGINS COATINGS QTIS THREE-YEAR-OLD HANDICAP 1200 M
ZIP LOCK – Began awkwardly. When asked to comment on the performance, Jockey M. Harley could off no explanation for today’s disappointing performance. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities. Co. Trainer C. Munce was advised to report back to Stewards any significant findings in the days subsequent.
COOL GENT - Over-raced in the middle stages.
DIRTY HARRY – Bumped at the start.
ELEVATING – Began awkwardly.
NIGHT MARKET – Became awkwardly placed on the heels of WARREGO RIVER approaching the 800m. Raced in restricted room for a short distance leaving the 350m, after being carried out slightly by WARREGO RIVER, which became awkwardly placed on the heels of PUNISHMENT DAY, which shifted out. Jockey T. Marshall, the rider of PUNISHMENT DAY, was advised to exercise greater care when shifting ground. Leaving the 250m, after being held up for clear running, shifted in, contacting WARREGO RIVER. Laid out under pressure over the concluding stages.
PUNISHMENT DAY – Began awkwardly. Over-raced in the middle stages.
THE AUTUMN AFFAIR – Held up for clear running on entering the home straight. Leaving the 250m, was obliged to shift in to improve.
WARREGO RIVER – Leaving the 350m, raced in restricted room for a short distance before being obliged to shift in. Bumped on a number of occasions leaving the 250m.
SAVAGE SEQUEL - Began awkwardly, shifted in and bumped DIRTY HARRY.
MOONLIT AURA – Laid in under pressure in the home straight.
STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY
Summary of action concerning licensees
Reprimands
Race 2: Jockey E. Lang – Excessively slowing the pace – AR 131(d) – Severe reprimand.
Race 2: Apprentice J. Newman – Whip above shoulder height - AR132(6)(b) – Reprimand.
Race 3: Apprentice C. Sutherland – Careless riding – AR 131(a) – Reprimand.
Fines
Race 3: Trainer M. Dunn – Late declaration of rider – LR 67(1) - $200.
Race 10: Trainer P. Bobic – Late declaration of rider – LR 67(1) - $100.
Race 10: Trainer J. Edwards – Late declaration of rider – LR 67(1) - $200.
Suspensions
Race 1: Jockey C. Whiteley – Careless riding – AR 131(a) - 7 day suspension commencing m/n 14/11/26 and concluding m/n 21/11/26.
Race day injuries/illness
Apprentice C. Sutherland – Left leg pain.
Absent jockeys
B. Thornton – Medical certificate.
J. McMurray – Medical certificate.
Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses
Horses swabbed pre-race
ROCHEDALE HERO, HARD EVIDENCE, YES DONALD YES, HALF LISTENING, JENNI MOREESE, EASY LOVE, TWISTED QUEEN.
Horses swabbed post-race
All winners
Warnings/bars
Race 3: 21. SHAPE OF WATER – Abrasions in mouth – Veterinary certificate.
Race 5: 2. OUR MAGNUS – Racing manners – Warning.
Race 5: POCKETMONEY – Racing manners – Warning.
Race 6: 9. JUST PRECIOUS – Upper respiratory noise – Veterinary certificate and endoscopic results.
Race 8: 4. CAPE CRUSADER – Poor performance – Official trial.
Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 1: 3. VINTAGE VIBES – C. Baker
Race 1: 9. MISHANI PRINCE – L. Tilley
Race 2: 3. HE’SGOTTHESAY – M. Rodd
Race 3. 6. HALF LISTENING – C. Sutherland
Race 4: 3. CUNNAMULLA FELLA – J. Newman
Race 6: 3. ESJAY – F. Sandkuhl
Race 8: 2. NAILS MURPHY – J. Newman
Race 8: 3. ABSOLUTE SUNSHINE – T. Marshall
Race 9: 10. BEREZKA – J. Hampson
Late scratchings
Race 1: 21. SHAPE OF WATER at 11:20am – Veterinary advice.
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.
