QUEENSLAND RACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION

STEWARDS REPORT

TOOWOOMBA TURF CLUB

SATURDAY 28 JULY 2025

WEATHER – Fine TRACK RATING – Soft 6 RAIL – Out 3metres 800m-600m; Out 4metres the remainder


OFFICIALS

Chairman of Stewards – C Warren
Stewards – J Childs, T Preston & S Coulthard


SUPPLEMENTARY REPORT

Toowoomba 19 July 2025

Race 7: SHERRIN RENTALS MAIDEN PLATE 2000m

Stewards concluded an inquiry into the reasons Jockey L Tilleys (KALBAR QUEEN) left arm did come near to App K Lenton and her mount, ROCK A BYE IVY, near the 400m. After taking evidence from both riders and reviewing the patrol footage Stewards determined that when passing the 400m Jockey Tilley had attempted to pull his whip through to the left whilst his mount was laying out slightly and in doing so had lost his grip on the whip resulting in his left arm extending out into the vicinity of App Lenton and her mount, before again attempting to pull his whip through to the left and in doing so did extend his arm out excessively and into close proximity to the head of ROCK A BYE IVY. In considering the matter Stewards noted that no detrimental consequence for ROCK A BYE IVY or App Lenton had arisen from the action of Jockey Tilley, however were of the view that Jockey Tilley had erred by persisting with his attempts to pull his whip through to the left side after failing on the first occasion when in such close proximity to another runner. Ultimately, Stewards were comfortably satisfied that no further action was necessary outside of reminding Jockey Tilley of his obligations and duty of care in relation such circumstances and to always ensure his actions when riding in races are beyond reproach.



GENERAL

Stewards permitted the following overweights at todays meeting:

Race 2- Jockey L Tilley +1kg
Race 5- App B Wheeler +0.5kg

As Jockey B Lerena was not riding at todays meeting rider replacements were made as per Stewards race days summary. Jockey Lerena was advised he would require a medical clearance prior to riding again.


RACE 1: KENNARDS HIRE QTIS TWO-YEAR-OLD HANDICAP 870m

I'M LUCKY TWO- Began awkwardly, shifted out and bumped.

TINKERBELLA- Raced wide in the early stages.

BETTERINDANUDE- Bumped on jumping. Crowded and bumped near the 750m.

EINSTAG- Bumped on jumping. Bumped near the 750m. Laid out near the 650m. Raced wide for the majority.

TUESDAY- Bumped on jumping. Laid in under pressure down the running proving somewhat difficult to ride out.

DUBBLE HUSSLE- Slow into stride.


RACE 2: SEDL AGENCIES BENCHMARK 58 HANDICAP 2000m

The start of the event was delayed when OKESUTORA was kicked by another runner behind the barriers, dislodged App K Lenton, broke through the course proper inside running rail and completed several circuits of the inner track before being recaptured. The gelding was subsequently declared a late scratching at 1:11pm with Stewards ordering the following deductions applicable to all successful wagers placed prior to 1:11pm:

34cents in the dollar for the win
15cents in the dollar for the place on the winner
31cents in the dollar for 2nd place
28cents in the dollar for 3rd place

A veterinary examination on the gelding failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. Given the circumstances of the incident, Stewards determined no other action was necessary.


MALECON- After beginning only fairly from the wide barrier was restrained in the early stages to obtain a position with cover nearer the inside running rail.

THE MANIPULATOR- Laid in near the 1400m. Laid in under pressure down the running. Tired noticeably from the 150m. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.

AOOM'S CHOICE- Shifted in under pressure on entering the home straight, forcing DECEMBER DIAMOND in, before being corrected by its rider. Jockey N Tomizawa was severely reprimanded pursuant to AR131(a) for careless riding as a result of this incident.

BOLERO- Bumped on jumping.

ALFA DUNDEE- Laid in near the 900m.

LIZZIE'S PRIDE (NZ)- App A Graham was severely reprimanded pursuant to AR143(14)(a) for claiming only 2.5kg of her 3kg allowance. In considering the matter Stewards noted App Grahams good record in relation to the rule. Reared as the start was effected and lost ground. Trainer G Wright was advised a warning would be placed on the mare as a result. Raced keenly on heels near the 1200m. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.

DECEMBER DIAMOND- Trainer J Moore was fined the sum of $100 under the provisions of LR30(1)(b) for arriving on course late with the mare. In considering the matter Stewards paid considerable mind to the personal circumstances what had contributed to the breach. DECEMBER DIAMOND underwent a pre-race veterinary examination inclusive of blood samples being taken for analysis prior to racing. Forced inwards on entering the home straight.

FORCE ME (NZ)- Bumped on jumping.


RACE 3: TAYLOR BUILDING GROUP BENCHMARK 60 HANDICAP 1200m

LAST CHANCE SALOON- Began awkwardly, shifted in and bumped. Bumped soon after the start.

ULUWATU- Bumped on jumping. Laid out on entering the home straight and bumped. When asked to comment on the performance App B Wheeler advised that, in his opinion, the mare may have come to the end of its preparation. Trainer M Currie concurred with App Wheelers assessment, citing also that the mare may not have handled recent extended travel to and from race meetings. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.

TOKYO BANDIT- Began awkwardly.

CHANGE THE DEEL- Bumped on jumping. Raced keenly on heels between the 1000m-800m, bumped when attempting to shift wider near the 800m and raced wide from the 700m.

LIGHTNING STRIKES- Began awkwardly and bumped soon after the start. Bumped near the 800m. Became momentarily awkwardly placed on heels near the 400m, having to be steadied and shifted out. Laid in on entering the home straight and bumped. Raced wide for the majority. When asked to comment on the performance Trainer N Keal advised that being caught wide during the run had been to the geldings detriment, especially being first up, and a significant fitness benefit would be derived from the run.

FIELD AGENT- Bumped on jumping. Raced wide for the majority.


RACE 4: SOUTHERN CROSS SHEDS BENCHMARK 72 HANDICAP 1300m

SKYWOLF- Bumped on jumping. After beginning well from the wide barrier was ridden positively and settled into a leading position near the 1100m. App C Lowe pleaded guilty to a charge pursuant to AR131(a) for careless riding in that leaving the 1100m she did permit her mount to shift in when insufficiently clear of UNLEASH, causing that runner to clip heels and blunder. App Lowes license to ride in races was subsequently suspended for a period of 11days to commence 3 August, up to and including 13 August 2025. In considering the matter Stewards noted App Lowes record in relation to the rule, her guilty plea and forthright evidence as well as the QRIC penalty guidelines. App Lowe was advised of her right to an appeal.

THE DEPUTY (NZ)- Crowded and bumped on jumping. Laid in under pressure down the running.

KATDEEL- Bumped on jumping.

UNLEASH- Clipped heels and blundered leaving the 1100m. Shifted out under pressure on entering the home straight, momentarily crowding VANCITY, before being corrected by its rider. Jockey N Tomizawa was reprimanded pursuant to AR131(a) as a result of this incident.

COUNT THE COIN- Bumped on jumping.

CRACKER ESSGEE- Bumped on jumping. Raced keenly when being restrained in and effort to obtain cover near the 1000m, was unable to do so and raced wide without cover for the majority.

VANCITY- Slow to begin. Momentarily crowded on entering the home straight.


RACE 5: EMPIRE OF JAPAN QTIS THREE-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN PLATE 1000m

REVANTAS- Shifted out to improve approaching the 400m and bumped. Laid in under pressure in the early stages of the home straight obliging DECORATIVE to be momentarily steadied and shifted in near the 200m, before being corrected by its rider. Jockey K Zechner was severely reprimanded pursuant to AR131(a) as a result of this incident and advised to stop and straighten his mounts far soon in similar circumstances. In considering the matter Stewards noted Jockey Zechners good record in relation to the rule.

BALERION DRIVE- Bumped approaching the 800m. Bumped approaching the 400m. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. Trainer P Webster advised that, in his opinion, the filly having its first start from the wide barrier on a shifty surface were all factors which proved detrimental and the intention would now be to send the filly for an immediate spell.

I'MA CHARMER- Began awkwardly. Jockey N Tomizawa was reprimanded pursuant to AR132(6)(b) for raising his whip arm above shoulder height.

DECORATIVE- Trainer M Currie was fined $100 under the provisions of AR227(a) for failing to comply with the QRIC overweight directive. Bumped on the hindquarters approaching the 800m. Laid in on entering the home straight before having to be momentarily steadied form heels and shifted in near the 200m. Raced wide for the majority. When asked to Comment on the performance App B Wheeler advised that his mount had raced greenly throughout. Trainer M Currie advised that the filly may not have appreciated the shifty racing surface but was nonetheless disappointed with the performance.


RACE 6: TAB BETS FRIENDS MAIDEN PLATE 1050m

CORVALIST- Shifted in marginally and momentarily crowded SHE’S GOT GRACE near the 450m. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.

HE DA BOSS- Bumped on jumping. Bumped near the 1100m. App S Willis was fined the sum of $200 under the provisions of AR131(b) for failing to ride her mount out to the finish, specifically over the final 6 strides of the event. In considering the matter Stewards noted App Willis’ poor record in relation to the rule as well as the fact HE DA BOSS maintained 2nd placing.

RED TOFFEE- Bumped near the 450m. Raced wide for the majority.

POWERFUL WARRIOR- Began very awkwardly. Restrained near the 1000m to obtain a position with cover nearer the inside running rail. Improved onto heels leaving the 800m having to be steadied. Held up for clear running approaching the 400m, before shifting in near the 350m and crowding SHE’S GOT GRACE. Jockey P Hamblin was severely reprimanded for careless riding pursuant to AR131(a) as a result of this incident. Jockey P Hamblin advised his mount had been inclined to hang in over the concluding stages.

TOSMIAN- Raced wide for the majority.

RARE MOON- Held up for clear running near the 450m before shifting out and bumping.

WISE CHOICE- Began awkwardly and bumped. Bumped near the 1000m.

SHE'S GOT GRACE- Reared in the mounting yard and threw a hind plate. Was tendered to by the farrier at the barriers and raced bare behind. Momentarily crowded near the 450m. Crowded near the 350m.

KWINTERNA- Slow to begin.


RACE 7: SHANNON SIGN COMPANY MAIDEN PLATE 1625m

BUSH WOOKIE- Raced keenly near the 1300m. Over-race on heels near the 1200m. Laid in under pressure down the running.

CITY OF TROY (NZ)- Bumped on jumping. Finished tailed off. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. Trainer N Hemmings was advised a warning would be placed on the gelding for the poor performance.

LIFE OF TREE- Raced wide in the early stages. Raced keenly in the middle stages.

ILEGITIMO- Raced keenly near the 1300m.

SOMETHIN IN ORANGE- Laid out marginally near the 1400m.

CUT DIAMONDS- Laid in under pressure down the running.

STELLA SIMONE- Bumped on jumping.

BITUNG- Began awkwardly and bumped. Momentarily awkwardly placed on heels near the 1400m. Raced wide until leaving the 900m. Weakened from the 500m. Finished tailed off. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. Trainer C Geran was advised a warning would be placed on the filly for the poor performance.

NOT MY PROBLEM- Bumped on jumping. Tired from the 150m. Raced wide for the majority. Jockey D Thornton advised that being caught wide throughout had been a telling factor in the finish. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.





STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY

Summary of action concerning licensees

Reprimands
Race 2- App A Graham- Fail to claim full allowance- AR143(14)(a)- Severe reprimand
Jockey N Tomizawa- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Severe reprimand
Race 4- Jockey N Tomizawa- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Reprimand
Race 5- Jockey K Zechner- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Severe reprimand
Race 6- Jockey P Hamblin- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Severe reprimand


Fines
Race 2- Trainer J Moore- Late arrival on course- LR30(1)(b)- $100
Race 5- Trainer M Currie- Failure to comply with overweight directive- AR227(a)- $100
Race 6- App S Willis- Failed to ride mount out- AR131(b)- $200

Suspensions
Race 4- App C Lowe- Careless riding- AR131(a)- 11days; 3 August – 13 August 2025 (inclusive)

Absent jockeys
Jockey B Lerena- Illness- Medical required



Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses

Horses swabbed pre-race
DECEMBER DIAMOND, OKESUTORA, SKYWOLF, CRACKER ESSGEE, ILLEGITIMO, SOMETHIN IN ORANGE

Horses swabbed post-race
All winners

Warnings/bars
Race 2- LIZZIES PRIDE- Reared as start was effected- Warning
Race 7- BITUNG- Poor performance- Warning
CITY OF TROY- Poor performance- Warning

Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 1- BETTERINDANUDE was ridden by App B Wheeler
EINSTAG was ridden by L Tilley
Race 2- FORCE ME was ridden by App S Champkin
Race 3- CHANGE THE DEEL was ridden by App C Lowe
Race 5- I’MA CHARMER was ridden by Jockey N Tomizawa
Race 6- CORVALIST was ridden by App B Wheeler
POWERFUL WARRIOR was ridden by P Hamblin
TOSMIAN was ridden by D Thornton
Race 7- BUSH WOOKIE was ridden by P Hamblin
NOT MY PROBLEM was ridden by D Thornton

Late scratchings
Race 2- OKESUTORA- 1:11pm


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.

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