RACING QUEENSLAND

STEWARDS REPORT

ROCKHAMPTON JOCKEY CLUB - SATURDAY, 23RD JUNE 2012

WEATHER – SHOWERY TRACK RATING – DEAD (4) RAIL – TRUE
ENTIRE

OFFICIALS

Chairman of Stewards – Mr. L. Collins
Stewards –Mr N. Torpey, Mr. K. Smith, Mr. G. Meek
Clerk of Scales – W. Welburn
Judge – N. Boyle
Veterinarian- S. Olsen & N. Farmer
Bookmakers Supervisor – S. Bryant & R. See
Swab attendants – A. Challen & S. Macklyn
Starter- T. Woodham/ G. Fisher

Race 1: SMR Advertising Class 4 Handicap - 2200 metres
1st WHITE CITY 2nd COLLECTOR 3rd MR TRACEY 4th - DONOSTIA

FICKLE BUSINESS (D. Simmons) began awkwardly, shifted in and hampered WHITE CITY (App. A. Hearn), which had been slow to begin.

Passing the winning post the first time CROSS THE STAR (C. Whiteley) had to be steadied when ABUSKER (P. Cullen) shifted in slightly.

SHADOWOFEXCELLENCE (D. Missen) raced wide until near the 1600m.

In the middle stages CROSS THE STAR (C. Whiteley) was inclined to over-race and near the 1000 metres shifted out and raced wide for the remainder of the event.

Also in the middle stages FICKLE BUSINESS (D. Simmons) over-raced and improved to take up a forward position.

Stewards sought an explanation from Jockey J. Kropp regarding his instructions as the rider of FEROCITY BLUE. Jockey Kropp stated that in accordance with the instructions given to him when he rode the gelding at it previous start he was to take up a middle to rear position. Jockey Kropp said, however, that as the horse had drawn the outside barrier and had over-raced, he was left with no alternative other than to lead. Jockey Kropp noted that in his opinion FEROCITY BLUE was not suited by the 2200 metres of today's race.


Race 2: D Grays Loader & Grader Hire Class 2 Handicap - 1050 metres
1st SILKY WARRIOR 2nd SMART’N’STRONG 3rd CLICK UP 4th - RARE FIND

Following the running of this race, Stewards downgraded the track rating to a DEAD (5)

When App. P. Keane was incorrectly notified as the rider of SILKY WARRIOR, stewards permitted App. D. McWhinney to be substituted.

At the start YUN FAT (App. C. Pye) jumped out and bumped SILKY WARRIOR (App. D. McWhinney), which lost some ground.

On jumping, ROSE OF MAYHEM (S. Sheargold) shifted in.

Near the 200 metres ROSE OF MAYHEM (S. Sheargold) shifted in across the heels of ONCE AGAIN MELADY (D. Simmons) and raced in restricted room until near the 100 metres and had to be checked.

BOARDWALK DANCER (T. Bannon) and DERIPPA (J. P. Stanley) raced wide throughout.

Stewards sought an explanation from Jockey D. Missen as to the performance of MOICHEIA. Jockey Missen stated that he was of the opinion that there would be a strong pace in the event and accordingly he had anticipated being able to race handy with cover. However, MOICHEIA did not travel well early and was placed under pressure earlier than had been expected. Jockey Missen added that when placed under pressure near the 600 metres the horse responded to his riding fairly, but did not sprint as he had expected.

Jockey N. Patchett (RARE FIND) was fined $100 under A.R. 137A (5) in that he used his whip in a forehand manner on more than 5 occasions prior to the 100 metres.

Race 3: Kalka Palms Hotel Motel Eric Railton Memorial Open Handicap - 1050 metres
1st PEGUNNY ROY 2nd YOU DONE IT AGAIN 3rd FANCIFUL 4th - JOHN'S SPECIAL

BLACK MORGAN was a late scratching, at 11.55 a.m., by order of the stewards acting on veterinary advice. Trainer Mr T. Cook was advised that he must provide a veterinary clearance prior to BLACK MORGAN being permitted to race again.

TOUGH LUCK (K. Wharton) was fractious in the barriers.

RUSTY HUNTER (D. Missen) began awkwardly and for a short distance near the 900 metres over-raced.

Race 4: The Morning Bulletin QTIS 3YO Handicap - 1200 metres
1st DR ICHI 2nd JAVELENTIA 3rd BAGABOB 4th - PRINCELY

Stewards accepted the explanation tendered by trainer T. Cook for the late engagement of Jockey J. P. Stanley as the rider of PRINCELY.

Correct weight was delayed to allow Trainer C. Dore and Jockey D. Tanti to view the patrol film to ensure DOREBOY was afforded a fair start. After doing so, both parties were satisfied and did not wish to proceed with any application.

Also, Apprentice A. Hearn viewed the photo finish print for first. Apprentice Hearn was satisfied and Stewards declared correct weight.

DOREBOY (D. Tanti), which had been standing awkwardly in the barriers, was slow to begin.

At the start IN THE GENES (J. Bowditch) jumped out onto PRINCELY (J. P. Stanley) and when corrected, shifted in and made heavy contact with BAGABOB (J. Kropp).

Shortly after the start JAVELENTIA (App. A. Hearn) shifted in, resulting in PRINCELY (J. P. Stanley) being tightened for racing room and restrained at which time App. Hearn relieved the pressure.

Near the 900 metres MISHANI ACE (C. Whiteley) lay out, shifted wider on the track and raced wide for the remainder of the event.

Leaving the 900 metres NAN BELL (D. Simmons) lay out and was steadied from the heels of IN THE GENES (J. Bowditch).

At the 400 metres BAGABOB (J. Kropp) shifted out, taking SHEZA FALVELON (K. Wharton) wider resulting in HALLOWED PEARL (App. C. Pye) being tightened for room between SHEZA FALVELON and MISHANI ACE (C. Whiteley).

HALLOWED PEARL (App. C. Pye) raced wide throughout.

Stewards sought an explanation from Jockey K. Wharton for the performance of SHEZA FALVELON. Jockey Wharton stated that the filly was not entirely suited by today's track surface. Jockey Wharton said that the filly travelled well until placed under pressure near the 450 metres, but failed to respond to his riding thereafter. A post-race veterinary examination of SHEZA FALVELON did not reveal any abnormalities.


Race 5: Diplock’s Collision Repairs Centre QTIS 600 Plate - 1300 metres
1st AVALADYLUCK 2nd OBLIVIATE 3rd TOP RADA 4th - MAFIA PRINCESS

Jockey L. Dillon was substituted for Jockey J. Stopps as the rider of BAR ATTACK.

Stewards accepted the explanation of trainer T. Edmonds for the late declaration of Jockey M. Rodd as the rider of SHTARKER.

At the start OBLIVIATE (C. Maund) shifted out onto BAR ATTACK (L. Dillon), which was taken wider on the track.

SCARLET TANAGER (C. Whiteley) began a little awkwardly.

TOP RADA (S. Scriven) and AVALADYLUCK (A. Coome) were slow to begin.

On jumping, QFIGHTER (App. P. Keane) shifted out and made contact with ZIONIC (J. Bowditch).

MS BA BELLA (App. A. Taylor) began awkwardly.

In the middle stages SHTARKER (M. Rudd) raced ungenerously.

Near the 900 metres BAR ATTACK (L. Dillon) over-raced and improved onto the heels of VAIN DAZZLER (G. Killen).

Leaving the 800 metres SHTARKER (M. Rudd) was steadied from the heels of OBLIVIATE (C. Maund). MS BA BELLA (App. A. Taylor) and QFIGHTER (App. P. Keane), which were following, were also steadied as a consequence. In the incident QFIGHTER shifted out and made contact with BAR ATTACK, which raced wide for the remainder of the event.

SCARLET TANAGER (C. Whiteley) and VAIN DAZZLER (G. Killen) raced wide throughout.

COURT ACTION (D. Tanti) lost a near hind place in running.

Stewards sought an explanation from App. P. Keane for the performance of QFIGHTER. App. Keane stated that the colt had raced erratically when obliged to race among runners in the field and consequently failed to stretch out when placed under pressure. A post-race veterinary examination of QFIGHTER revealed the horse had a mild case of the thumps, minor lacerations to the near hind cannon and abrasions to the off hind bumper.

A post-race veterinary examination of FALLFORME (D. Missen) revealed that the filly was exhibiting signs of tying up and was treated accordingly.

Race 6: Claude Green Memorial F&M Class 3 Handicap - 1200 metres
1st MIST IN THE MORN 2nd BEGGIN 3rd GAMBLE IN GOLD 4th - MISS LEIBERT

BOUNDING ALONG (G. Killen) was slow to begin.

BLIND JUSTICE (A. Pattillo) began awkwardly.

Near the 1000 metres LADY BULLMORE (D. Tanti) improved onto the heels of TIZZY LIZZY (App. A. Allen) and had to be steadied.

Approaching the 900 metres ALL SIGNIFICANT (App. A. Hearn) shifted in and away from MISS LEIBERT (A. Coome), resulting in BLIND JUSTICE (A. Pattillo) having to be eased.

Leaving the 500 metres the whip of Jockey D. Tanti, the rider of LADY BULLMORE, became tangled in the reins, placing Jockey Tanti at a disadvantage until near the 400m.

ARRESTED FOR SPEED (App. C. Pye) raced wide throughout.

Race 7: Sleepy’s The Mattress Experts Rockhampton Cup Open Handicap - 1600 metres
1st WRITER 2nd RED STORY 3rd PRUSSIAN SECRET 4th - EMVOSS

EMVOSS (J. Bowditch) raced 3 wide throughout.

For a short distance near the 1200 metres THEY WON'T LAST (G.Killen) over-raced.

Leaving the 500 metres INTERTHEBLACK (L. Dillon) was held up and unable to obtain clear running, and near the 400 metres shifted in, resulting in ALOTTA SPUR (A. Pattillo) becoming crowded for room and having to be steadied.

Near the 100 metres GOLD COAST GIRL (J. P. Stanley) shifted out and bumped CASH ATTACK (P. Cullen).

Jockey C. Whiteley (I GOT ONE) reported that he was held up and unable to improve from the 200 metres and went to the line without being fully tested.

Race 8: Lawler Hacketts Chartered Accountants Class 1 Plate - 1600 metres
1st CALCULATION 2nd MORTGAGE LIFTER 3rd RED DORF 4th - KING RAY

WILLSEEYOU (D. Simmons) and MARAUDING HILL (A. Coome) were slow to begin.

Near the 900 metres and again near the 800 metres WHO'S THE DUDE NOW (App. D. McWhinney) struck the running rail.

App. C. Pye reported that leaving the 1400 metres the saddle on OVER IN SECONDS slipped, placing her at a disadvantage throughout. Apprentice Pye stated as a result of this incident, she was unable to ride the filly in a mid to rear position as instructed.

Near the 100 metres when Jockey C. Whiteley was attempting to pull his whip through, MISTY ROCKET ducked out and hampered TELESIUS (C. Maund), which was taken wider on the track.

WILLSEEYOU (D. Simmons) raced wide throughout.

Jockey P. Cullen pleaded guilty to a charge under A.R. 137A(5)(a)(i) and (ii) in that as the rider of RED DORF, prior to the 100 metres he used his whip in a forehand manner, in consecutive strides and on more than 5 occasions. In determining penalty stewards gave consideration to suspending Jockey Cullen's licence to ride in races, due to the severe nature of the breach. However, after taking into account Jockey Cullen's exemplary record in the preceding 12 months, stewards deemed that a fine of $500 was the appropriate penalty.

STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY

Summary of action concerning licensees

Fines
RACE 2: Jockey N. Patchett $100 - use of whip (A.R.137A (5)(a)ii)
RACE 8: Jockey P. Cullen $500 - use of whip (A.R.137A (5)(a)(i)and (ii))

Jockey absenteeism
Nil

Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses

Horses swabbed

PRE-RACE- Race 1- CROSS THE STAR, FUNDED, FEROCITY BLUE, FICKLE BUSINESS
RACE 2- BOARDWALK DANCER, ROSE OF MAYHEM, RACE 3- YOU DONE IT AGAIN, SUKAB, RACE 4- TEN TO ZERO, RACE – VAIN DAZZLER, MAFIA PRINCESS, ZEROCITY, RACE – ALL SIGNIFICANT, ARRESTED FOR SPEED, MISS LEIBERT, RACE 7- BAWAARDI, ALOTTA SPUR, KUMALI.

POST-RACE- All winners & RED STORY (2nd)


Warnings/Bars
RACE 3: BLACK MORGAN - vet cert required before racing.

Summary of rider changes/Late notifications

Race 2- UNLUCKYFORSUM- A. Allen
SILKY WARRIOR- D. McWhinney
Race 4- NAN BELL- D. Simmons for C. McIver (illness)
Race 5- SHTARKER- M. Rodd