STEWARDS’ REPORT

GOLD COAST TURF CLUB

Monday, 14 August 2000

WEATHER: FINE TRACK: GOOD

RAIL: TRUE POSITION

STEWARDS’
PANEL: MR T. BAILEY (CHAIRMAN), MR J. GRAHAM, MR J. HAIGH,
MR D. TAPSALL AND MR M. TUTT (CADET)



RACE 1 – BRUCE THOMPSON MAIDEN HANDICAP – 1600 METRES

DANCETTA was slow away.

Stewards questioned APP. J. STANLEY (MARCEAU ROAD) regarding the positioning of his mount in the early stages of the race. He explained that he was instructed to take up a forward position without putting his mount under undue pressure. He said however, that leaving the 1400 metres his mount had raced in restricted room and he had to steady his mount to avoid the heels of ARGINESS. Stewards accepted his explanation.

Leaving the 500 metres until approaching the 200 metres COUNT KELLINE was unable to improve when held up for clear running.

Near the 200 metres ALIANA JOY had to be steadied to avoid the heels of COUNT KELLINE, which shifted out to improve.

Leaving the 200 metres SING became unbalanced after shifting out and made contact with SALTY PLUM.

Stewards ordered a Veterinary examination of DANCETTA after it pulled up a distant last and it showed signs of cardiac arrhythmia. Trainer T. Hurley was advised that DANCETTA would be required to perform in an official barrier trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards and he must also submit a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness for the mare prior to racing again.

Trainer J. Heather was questioned regarding the improved performance of ARGINESS today as compared to its last start at the Gold Coast on 22nd July, 2000. He explained that as a result of the gelding’s poor performance at its last start a Veterinary examination revealed the gelding to be suffering from a virus, which in his view may have contributed to that poor performance. Whilst Stewards accepted the explanation tendered by Mr Heather he was nonetheless reminded of his obligations under the Rules to ensure that he reports any condition that may have affected a horse’s performance to the Stewards.



RACE 2 – DUNCAN FREE MAIDEN HANDICAP – 1110 METRES

Trainer B. Bowditch was fined $50.00 for nominating ELVIE DEE for this particular race when it was found to be ineligible.

Trainer B. Laming was fined $50.00 for failing to declare a rider of LA TRIO by the prescribed time.


Trainer B. Walker was fined $50.00 for failing to have MOSES on course by the prescribed time.

FORTUNA LADY raced very greenly and near the 800 metres shifted in despite the efforts of its rider causing MR. NEWSAGENCY to checked severely. Trainer C. Pollard was advised to rectify the racing manners of FORTUNA LADY before its races again.

L. HARRIS (HE’S A KWILA) dropped his whip near the 300 metre mark.

A Veterinary examination of MISS CANTHRILL after the race revealed no obvious abnormality.


RACE 3 – ANN MARIE FORDER HANDICAP – 1110 METRES

Leaving the 800 metres NED’S DEVINE overraced and made contact with CARERA and rounding the home turn was forced extremely wide.

Approaching the 600 metres CELESTIAL GLORY was steadied away from the heels of DROP ZONE. This resulted in DEUXTEMPS and CIVIC RIVALRY which were following to be eased.

K. BELL (NED’S DEVINE) was questioned as to the reason why his mount got back today in comparison to the gelding’s normal pattern of racing when ridden close to the lead. He indicated that his instructions were the same as normal however, his mount was quite fractious in the barriers and subsequently jumped away awkwardly. He further stated that as a result of this his mount failed to muster early speed therefore, he was obliged to obtain a position further back than he would have liked. Trainer H. Wilson confirmed the instructions and indicated that the Stable gave NED’S DEVINE a very good chance today. The explanation tendered by K. BELL was noted.



RACE 4 – SHANE WALSH HANDICAP – 1110 METRES

FLIGHT ACE jumped awkwardly.

NEW RAIN shifted out at the start and inconvenienced KALISSA.

Near the 800 metres BOOEACH had to be restrained off the heels of IVANA’S TRICK.

Approaching the home turn EVERY INTENTION had to be eased to avoid the heels of NEW RAIN which was commencing to weaken.

LAURIE’S ANGEL and BENKARLA raced wide throughout the event.


RACE 5 – MILES STEWART HANDICAP – 2015 METRES

Jockey A. GILLETT (SPLASH OF GOLD) was issued with a reprimand for returning to scale in excess of one-half kilo over his declared weight.



The start of this race was delayed when CROSS WORDS became fractious in the barriers and was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to start.

For a major part of the home straight QUARRY HAWK was inclined to hang in under pressure placing its rider L. HILL at a disadvantage.

A Veterinary examination of PADDY’S GIFT was ordered after that gelding performed poorly and subsequently revealed no obvious abnormality. Trainer G. Newham advised Stewards that PADDY’S GIFT would now be sent for a spell.



RACE 6 – GOLD COAST CITY HANDICAP – 1600 METRES

Rounding the turn near the 1400 metres KNATMEG had to be eased when crowded for room between HOT ASH SLAY and ACCORDANCE which shifted out.

Approaching the 200 metres CARTONS was steadied when crowded for room between ERNEST HOPE and LUCKY OMEN which shifted out momentarily under pressure.

K. BELL (KNATMEG) reported that for some distance in the early stages of the straight he was unable to improve when held up for clear running.

For a major part of the home straight NO HARV MEASURES was unable to obtain clear running and subsequently went to the line not fully tested.

Stewards questioned Jockey B. SWANTON regarding the change of riding tactics adopted on HOT ASH SLAY today when it was ridden in the lead. He explained that the horse had been successful at the Gold Coast when being able to lead and that the Stable had also added blinkers on the horse today. He added that he elected to continue to go forward to avoid racing three wide. His explanation was noted. Trainer P. Moody will be reminded of his obligations to notify any such change of tactics in the future.



RACE 7 – AMANDA RANKIN HANDICAP – 1205 METRES

Both A. LANE (BRIAR’S ARMY) and K. POPE (MEDIEVAL MAESTRO) were reprimanded for returning to scale in excess of one-half kilo over their declared weight.

Stewards questioned B. COMPTON (EUREKA FLIGHT) regarding his forward position in the race as compared with previous runs. He explained that he was instructed to take up a forward position due to his favourable barrier draw. His explanation was noted.



RACE 8 – GRANT HACKETT WELTER – 1205 METRES

As APP. D. SULLIVAN was indisposed Stewards permitted T. UNWIN to be substituted as the rider of ALEX’S QUE.

In the early and middle stages of the race EXCELLING was obliged to race wide.

Approaching the winning post BLACK SAILS had to be steadied to avoid the heels of GOLD COIN which shifted in.

S. GALLOWAY (PARAM) could offer no real excuses for the disappointing performance for the gelding today as it was under pressure approaching the home turn. A Veterinary examination of PARAM revealed no obvious abnormalities and the gelding was sent to be swabbed.


GENERAL

Gold Coast Turf Club – Saturday 5th August, 2000-08-12
Race 7 – Gold Coast Media Club – 1600 Metres

Stewards today questioned Jockey S. GALLOWAY regarding the manner in which SPOT ON BOY was ridden in this race as compared to its previous starts where the gelding had been ridden in a forward position. Jockey S. GALLOWAY explained that his instructions were as normal to take up a forward position. He said after jumping away cleanly he made a decision to try to take up a position behind MR. LEVI, which he assumed would lead and therefore give him a box position in the race. However, leaving the 1400 metres MR. LEVI struck some interference and was required to check off the heels of FOREVER ACTION, which subsequently resulted in his mount being shuffled back in the field. Stewards also questioned Mr F. Harris a part-owner of SPOT ON BOY who expressed dissatisfaction with the manner in which S. GALLOWAY had ridden his horse. Stewards advised S. GALLOWAY that his apparent lack of vigour particularly in the early stages of the race was of a major concern and he was reminded wherever possible to ensure that his mounts are ridden to instructions and in such a manner that leaves no room for query. Both parties were advised that the evidence taken today had been recorded if required for further reference and that their explanations had been noted.


Race 8 – Channel 10 Handicap – 1600 Metres

Stewards questioned S. GALLOWAY regarding the manner in which JAMUQUA was ridden. He explained that he was instructed to ride his mount up into a forward position however, the gelding lacked early speed and was unable to keep in touch despite his efforts to ride his mount along.



EIGHT WINNERS PLUS PARAM WERE SENT TO BE SWABBED