QUEENSLANDRACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION

STEWARDS REPORT

WARWICK TURF CLUB

SUNDAY 31 AUGUST 2025

WEATHER – Fine    TRACK RATING – Good 3           RAIL – True

OFFICIALS

Chairman of Stewards – C Warren
Stewards – J Childs, W Glass & D MacDonald

 
GENERAL

Stewards permitted the following overweights at todays meeting:
 
Race 3- Jockey C Bayliss +1kg
 
 
App M Goering and Jockey L Dempsey advised they were unable to fulfil their engagements and were advised medical clearances would be required prior to their race riding again.
 

RACE 1: BILEENA STUD QTIS THREE-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN PLATE 800m

ALL ABOUT PEEJAY- Bumped on jumping.
 
I'M NELSON- Bumped on jumping. Raced keenly near the 600m. Jockey A Allen was fined $200 under the provisions of AR131(b) for failing to ride his mount out over the final two strides of the event. In considering the matter Stewards noted I’M NELSON had attained outright 3rd placing however, given the head margin between 3rd and 4th placing, Jockey Allens lack of vigor over those final stages was determined to be below the expected standard.
 
SEAMS LOGICAL- Laid out near the 700m before shifting back and marginally crowding MISHANI STELLER for a short distance near the 600m. Laid out rounding the home turn. Laid out under pressure down the running shifting out abruptly approaching the winning post.
 
TEAJAY- Laid in under pressure down the running, becoming awkwardly placed on heels near the 50m and having to be steadied. Raced wide for the majority.
 
TROOPER SAM- Began awkwardly. Held up for clear running rounding the home turn. Raced greenly in the home straight. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. Jockey J Molloy pleaded guilty to a charge pursuant to AR131(b) in that he did fail to ride his mount out over the final 3 strides of the event, a fact which Stewards determined had cost the gelding 3rd placing when considering the head margin between TROOPER SAM (4th) and I’M NELSON (3rd). Jockey Molloys license to ride in races was subsequently suspended for a period of 12 days to commence 7 September up to and including 18 September 2025. Jockey Molloy was advised of his right to an appeal.
 
CANCELLED- Began very awkwardly and bumped.
 
CHEEKY'S TIME- Laid in under pressure down the running. Shifted out away from another runner approaching the winning post.
 
I'LLTELLYOUAFTER- Began awkwardly and bumped. Laid out under pressure down the running momentarily hampering TEAJAY which was laying in near the 50m. App B Baker was advised to exercise greater care and to stop and straighten her mounts sooner in similar circumstances.
 
MISHANI STELLER- Marginally crowded near the 600m.
 
 

RACE 2: CLEANING & CATERING WARWICK BENCHMARK 62 HANDICAP        800m

KAT CHINNA- Momentarily steadied from heels near the 700m.
 
LOADED GUN- Began awkwardly, shifted out and bumped heavily. Laid out rounding the home turn.
 
MISHANI HITMAN- Shifted in and away from heels on jumping and bumped soon after. Forced wider approaching the 600m. Laid in under pressure down the running. Raced wide for the majority.
 
AYE EYE BOOM- Obliged to shift out away from heels near the 700m.
 
HOKUSAI- Hung-out near the 700m hampering several runners. Laid out under pressure down the running proving somewhat difficult to ride out. Trainer C Johnstone was advised a warning would be placed on the mares racing manners as a result.
 
LEICA PHERRARI- Tightened and buffeted soon after the start and lost ground. Crowded and forced wider approaching the 600m. Laid in under pressure over the final 100m, becoming momentarily awkwardly placed on heels near the 50m. Raced wide for the majority. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. App C Baker advised that the early interference incurred by her mount had been to the mares overall detriment in the run.
 
SUTHERLAND- Began awkwardly and shifted in having to be corrected. Laid in under pressure down the running. When queried regarding the performance Trainer A Park advised that, in her opinion, the mare was underrepresented in the market considering winning performances in the two most recent starts and only a marginal step up in class for todays event.
 
MARATHIA- Bumped heavily on jumping before shifting out and being buffeted. Shifted out away from heels near approaching the 600m. Lost a near-side hind plate in running.
 

RACE 3: THE RURAL RACING PROJECT CLASS 3 HANDICAP         1200m

NEW HAMPSHIRE- Began awkwardly.
 
SUPER QUICK- Began awkwardly and bumped. Held up for clear running rounding the home turn.
 
I STOLE IT- Jockey J Lloyd pleaded guilty to a charge pursuant to AR131(a) for careless riding in that passing the 1000m he did permit his mount to shift in when insufficiently clear of PUREZZA obliging that runner to be steadied and shifted in, crowding LADY ZAYDI for several strides, before having to be further steadied from heels and lose its rightful running. Jockey Lloyds license to ride in races was subsequently suspended for a period of 10days to commence 8 September up to and including 17 September 2025. Jockey Lloyd was advised of his right to an appeal. Laid out under pressure down the running, inconveniencing LADY ZAYDI near the 250m. Jockey Lloyd was reprimanded for careless riding pursuant to AR131(a) as a result of this incident. In considering the matter Stewards noted that LADY ZAYDI had not secured the narrow run to the outside of I STOLE IT at the time of that runners shift, but that Jockey Lloyd had nonetheless been careless in permitting his mount to shift excessively in the incident.
 
SUJEED- Crowded and bumped on jumping. Laid out and bumped near the 900m.
 
PUREZZA- Began awkwardly, shifted in and bumped. Laid out near the 900m. Laid in during the early stages of the home straight.
 
LADY ZAYDI- Began awkwardly shifted out and bumped. Crowded near the 1000m. Held up for clear running rounding the home turn. Obliged to steady near the 250m when disappointed for a narrow run.
 
FLYING CELICA- Bumped near the 900m.
 
MISS HELMUT- Began awkwardly, shifted out and bumped. Laid out near the 900m.
 

RACE 4: PICKLEBET LOVES WARWICK RATINGS BAND 0 - 55 HANDICAP      1350m

PROPONENT- Bumped on jumping.
 
HEADLINE LEGEND- Held up for clear running in the early stages of the home straight.
 
WANT TO BE PROUD- Held up for clear running from the 400m until the early stages of the home straight.
 
FENDBAR- Bumped on jumping. Raced keenly for some distance after being crossed near the 1000m. Laid in under pressure down the running proving somewhat difficult to ride out. Trainer T Dougall was advised a warning would be placed on the gelding as a result.
 
RICHUNCLEMONEYBAGS- Became awkwardly placed on heels near the 900m having to be steadied. Improved onto heels near the 300m.
 
KAYTEE WISDOM- Raced keenly in the back straight. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.
 
LUDIK- Momentarily crowded soon after the start. Held up for clear running for a short distance leaving the 300m. Disappointed for a run near the 200m, having to be shifted in across heels to improve.
 
CRYPT DE PIN- Raced wide for the majority.
 
FOREBEARS- Raced wide until the 600m. Obliged to steady from heels passing the 100m when FENDBAR laid in despite the efforts of its rider.


RACE 5: PICKLEBET'S GET YOUR PICKLE ON RATINGS BAND 0 - 55 HANDICAP        1350m

BABALOLA- Immediately after the scratching of BAUHAUS became fractious in the barriers and became cast. Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was subsequently declared a late scratching at 3:01pm. Prior to the declaration of correct weight all monies invested on the gelding were ordered to be refunded with the following deductions applicable to all successful wagers placed prior to 3:01pm:
 
30cents in the dollar for the win
22cents in the dollar for the place on the winner
21cents in the dollar for 2nd place
22cents in the dollar for 3rd place
 
Trainer M Currie was advised the gelding would require a further barrier certificate prior to again being permitted to start in a race.
 
 
MAY (NZ)- Began awkwardly shifted out and bumped.
 
WHATJEUDOIN'- Bumped and crowded on jumping. Improved onto heel leaving the 900m.
 
NEOCLASSICISM- Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
LITTLE SHOW- Began awkwardly. Raced keenly when crossed leaving the 1000m.
 
PRETTY RHO- Bumped on jumping. After beginning well from the favorable barrier was ridden positively in the early stages and settled into a leading position with relative ease.  
 
BAUHAUS- Kicked out in the barriers and got a hind leg cast. Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was subsequently declared a late scratching at 3:00pm. Prior to the declaration of correct weight all monies invested on the gelding were ordered to be refunded with the following deductions applicable to all successful wagers placed prior to 3:00pm:
 
33cents in the dollar for the win
26cents in the dollar for the place on the winner
25cents in the dollar for 2nd place
28cents in the dollar for 3rd place
 
Given the circumstances, Stewards determined that no further action against BAUHAUS was necessary.
 
 
MAEVE- Bumped on jumping. Raced keenly near the 1000m.
 
VANCITY- Slow to begin.
 

RACE 6: CARS MADE EASY MAIDEN PLATE         1350m

BUSH WOOKIE- Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
EMBEZZLED HEART (NZ)- Raced wide for the majority.
 
FOUR DOZEN OYSTERS- Declared a late scratching at 1:28pm on veterinary advice after becoming fractious in the horse transport vehicle and sustaining an injury. Trainer K Kemp was advised the gelding would require a veterinary certificate of fitness prior to again being permitted to start in a race.
 
SUBDUE- Bumped on jumping.
 
WAITING FOR GRAHAM- Difficulty obtaining clear running in the early stages of the home straight. Raced wide for the majority.
 
NASIRON- Raced keenly leaving the 900m. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.
 
MISS ELLYSE- App K Lenton, in the presence of senior rider Jockey J Murphy, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding pursuant to AR131(a) in that leaving the 900m she did exercise insufficient effort in preventing her mount from shifting in tightening the running of MISHANI EMPIRE before contacting that runner with MISS ELLYSE’s hindquarters causing it to clip heels, blunder, almost fall and almost dislodge Jockey L Tilley. App Lentons license to ride in races was subsequently suspended for a period of 14days to commence 1 September up to and including 14 September 2025. App Lenton was advised of her right to an appeal.
 
HE'S INVADING- Bumped on jumping. Raced keenly leaving the 800m. A post-race veterinary examination revealed the gelding to be exhibiting mild signs of heat stress.
 
MISHANI EMPIRE- Slow into stride. Tightened for room leaving the 900m before heavily contacting the inside running rail, clipping heels, blundering and almost falling before being retired from the race. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. Jockey L Tiley advised that when his mount almost fell he had been struck in the face by his mount. Jockey Tilley was tended to by QAS officers and examined under the QRIC Concussion Policy and cleared free of injury.
 

RACE 7: SANDY CREEK PUB FORK N PORK PLATE BENCHMARK 70 HANDICAP        1350m

TUHINGA- Shifted out and around heels to improve leaving the 300m.
 
CELESTIAL HARBOUR- Held up for clear running leaving the 400m until leaving the 300m. Crowded when attempting a narrow run having to be momentarily steadied and shifted out around heels near the 150m.
 
BRENTWOOD- Raced wide for the majority.
 
CINQUE TERRE- Crowded on jumping. App C Francis dropped her whip approaching the winning post.
 
DRANG A TANG- Raced keenly in the back straight. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
CONNEWARRE- Began awkwardly.
 
THE CLAIMANT- Raced wide for the majority.
 
YES TO EXCESS- Raced wide for the majority.
 
MR WANDJI- Shifted in near the 150m and crowded CELESTIAL HARBOUR. Jockey G Cartwright was severely reprimanded for careless riding pursuant to AR131(a) as a result of this incident.
 

RACE 8: NATALIE HINKLEY BOOKMAKING CLASS 3 PLATE       1500m

HOTFOOT PERFORMER- Raced keenly in the back straight.
 
POWERFUL EAGLE- Laid out under pressure down the running hampering SOUTH SEA near the 200m. App C Sutherland was reprimanded for careless riding pursuant to AR131(a) as a result of this incident.
 
WEST CORK- Declared a late scratching at 7:50am by order of Stewards when not scratched prior to scratching time due to a clerical and administrative issue.
 
REGGIE'S FOLLY- Underwent farrier attention at the barriers before being inspected by the veterinarian and passed fit to start. Began awkwardly.
 
SOUTH SEA- Began awkwardly. Laid in under pressure down the running, becoming awkwardly placed on heels near the 200m and being restrained.
 
SHOUTS ALL DAY- Raced keenly near the 1000m.
 
THE MANIPULATOR- Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was passed fit to start. Raced keenly in the back straight.
 
 
 
 
 
STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY

Summary of action concerning licensees

Reprimands
Race 3- Jockey J Lloyd- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Reprimand
Race 7- Jockey Cartwright- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Severe reprimand
Race 8- App C Sutherland- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Reprimand

Fines
Race 1- Jockey A Allen- Failed to ride mount out to finish- AR131(b)- $200
 
Suspensions
Race 1- Jockey J Molloy- Failed to ride mount out to finish- AR131(b)- 12days; 7 September to 18 September 2025 (inclusive)
Race 3- Jockey J Lloyd- Careless riding- AR131(a)- 10days; 7 September to 16 September 2025 (inclusive)
Race 6- App K Lenton- Careless riding- AR131(a)- 14days; 1 September to 14 September 2025 (inclusive)

Absent jockeys
App M Goering- Injury- Medical required
Jockey L Dempsey- Illness- Medical required


Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses

Horses swabbed pre-race
MISHANI HITMAN, NASIRON, CELESTIAL HARBOUR, CONNEWARRE, THE MANIPULATOR, AMENOPHIS
 
Horses swabbed post-race
All winners

Warnings/bars
Race 2- HOKUSAI- Hanging out- Warning
Race 4- FENDBAR- Racing manners- Warning
Race 5- BABALOLA- Barrier manners- Barrier certificate
Race 6- FOUR DOZEN OYSTERS- Veterinary certificate
 

Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 2- LEICA PHERRARI was ridden by App C Baker
Race 3- I STOLE IT was ridden by Jockey J Lloyd
Race 5- LITTLE SHOW was ridden by App O Webb
Race 7- BRENTWOOD was ridden by App C Baker

Late scratchings
Race 5- BAUHAUS- 3:00pm
Race 5- BABALOLA- 3:01pm
Race 6- FOUR DOZEN OYSTERS- 1:28pm


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.