RACING QUEENSLAND

STEWARDS REPORT

GLADSTONE TURF CLUB– SATURDAY 26th MARCH 2011

WEATHER FINE TRACK RATING – GOOD RAIL – TRUE

OFFICIALS

Chairman of Stewards – Mr. K. Smith
Stewards – Mr. L Collins
Clerk of Scales – Stewards
Judge – D Simon
Veterinarian – K Thompson
Bookmakers Supervisor – Stewards
Swab attendants – S Macklyn
Starter – B Lisle

Supplementary Report

Stewards inquired into a safety vest Apprentice C. Pye weighed out for Race 1 at Thangool Friday 25th March, 2011. While it was established that this vest did not meet the Australian Racing Board standard, Stewards gave consideration to the fact that Apprentice Pye had not concealed this vest, had not worn it with the intention of gaining a weight advantage and had only had it for a short period of time. Her honest admissions in regard to this matter were considered favourable. This vest was returned to Apprentice Pye for her equestrian interests and Stewards issues a direction that this vest was not to be used on a racecourse and any unapproved vest used by her, a severe penalty may be imposed.

Stewards inquired into a report from the Racing Science Centre that a vial of “Bleeder X” taken from the Gladstone Turf Club stables of Trainer Denis Schultz contained stanzolol. Trainer D. Schultz pleaded guilty to a charge under AR 80E in that he did have in his registered stables, a substance that is not registered or prescribed in compliance with the relevant State and Commonwealth legislation. In relation to penalty, Stewards took into account various migitating circumstances, particularly that this was Mr. Schultz’s second breach of this rule in a 12 month period, and was fined $1200 and given 3 months to pay.


Race 1: XPRT Plumbing Maiden Plate- 1000 metres
1st I’m Too Cool 2nd Give Im Za 3rd Craiglea Barkley 4th- Make a Deal

DEVIL’S TIME (M Barnham), MAKE A DEAL (C Pye) and TANIA’S REVENGE (K Yoneyama) were slow to begin.
BANDOLIER (A Coome) and CRAIGLEA VENUS (T O’Hara) were slow into stride.
BANDOLIER and DIVINE PROPHECY (M Cant) raced wide throughout.
TANIA’S REVENGE raced wide rounding the home turn.
BANDOLIER raced ungenerously up the straight.
When questioned regarding the performance of ALL SAINTS GIRL Jockey G Lee stated that ALL SAINTS GIRL did not handle the sand surface. He was instructed to race up on the pace but was unable to do so. It was noted that it was the horses first start from a let up.
Stable Representative W. Johnston was questioned regarding the performance of CRAIGLEA VENUS and stated that the horse had not recovered well and would be sent for a spell immediately. CRAIGLEA VENUS was inspected by the Vet and found no abnormalities. A warning was placed on the filly in regards to poor performance.
Trainer L Gough stated that DEVIL’S TIME has raced below expectations. The horse had pulled up well and plans were to start the horse on a different racing surface. A warning was placed on the gelding in regards to poor perfomance.

Race 2: Crown Lager Class 2 Handicap- 1000 metres
1st Nevacantel 2nd Beautiful Divka 3rd Vandalistic 4th- Lord Alistair

GENERAL BIRDWOOD (M Barnham) and ROCKIN’ ME (S Kennedy) were both slow away.
CHESTER’S EXPRESS (A Coome) raced wide throughout.
LAYLA (T O’Hara) raced ungenerously in the middle stages.
Jockey Philpot reported that the saddle slipped on NOOSA BAY.
When questioned Jockey A Coome stated that CHESTER’S EXPRESS didn’t handle the sand surface and was disappointing noting it was the geldings first start back from a let up.

Race 3: Fosters Group Open Handicap- 850 metres
1st– Regal Mountain 2nd Craiglea Blondie 3rd Eagle Jester 4th- Larry’s Song

HIGH DEE (App S Kennedy) blundered at the start and dislodged the rider.
SIR SOMETHING (R Hall) was slow away.
CRAIGLEA BLONDIE (G Philpot) jumped awkwardly and was inclined to hang out.
CRAIGLEA BLONDIE and REGAL MOUNTAIN (G Lee) raced wide throughout the event.
Correct weight was delayed due to the photo finish camera failing to operate, minor placings were obtained from the video footage and correct weight given.
Apprentice S Kennedy was examined by the ambulance staff and cleared fit to fulfil her remaining engagements.
HIGH DEE was inspected by the Vet and had a injury to its lip.


Race 4: Top Produce and Saddlery Class 4 Plate- 1194 metres
1st Beau De Lago 2nd Space Gal 3rd What a Play 4th – Gol

RED TSAR (App Yoneyama) was slow away.

Race 5: Artrageous Graphic Design Class B Handicap- 1517metres
1st Fast Spin 2nd Carry the Ming 3rd Owie 4th- Jamdit

PLAY A TUNE KENNY (G Lee) blundered jumping.
CARRY THE MING (App S Kennedy) was wide in the early and middle stages.
OWIE (App K Yoneyama) was wide throughout.
At approximately 100m JAMDIT (M Cant) shifted out slightly inconviencing BELLA PRINCIPESSA (R Hall).
Jockey M Cant reported JAMDIT was not comfortable in the early stages of the event after resenting the sand being thrown back by the runners ahead.
Apprentice C Pye was questioned regarding the performance of CLASSY FRANKY she stated that she was instructed to take a forward position but was unable to maintain that position due to the horse not handling the sand surface. Stewards noted her explanation.


STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY

Summary of action concerning licensees

Fines
D Schultz $1200 AR80E (3 months to pay)

Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses

Horses swabbed
Post race all winners
Pre race Race 3 Danwana (Urine)

Warnings/Bars
Race 1 Devil’s Time – poor performance
Craiglea Venus – poor performance

Late Scratchings

Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 1 – Craiglea Venus T O’Hara
Race 1 – Craiglea Barkly G Philpot
Race 1 – I’m Too Cool T Bannon
Race 2 – Nevacantel K Yoneyama
Race 2 – Vandalistic T Bannon
Race 3 – Danwana T O’Hara
Race 3 – Star of Minto A Coome
Race 3 – Sir Something R Hall
Race 4 – Zahoo S Kennedy
Race 4 – Gol T O’Hara
Race 5 – Carry the Ming S Kennedy
Race 5 – Craiglea Spartan G Philpot