QUEENSLAND RACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION

STEWARDS REPORT

WARWICK TURF CLUB

SATURDAY 11 OCTOBER 2025

WEATHER – Fine    TRACK RATING – Good 4           RAIL – True
 

OFFICIALS

Chairman of Stewards – C Warren
Stewards – J Childs, T Preston & W Glass


GENERAL

Stewards permitted the following overweights at todays meeting:
 
Race 3- Jockey R Downey +1kg
 

Race 1: GROSS WHOLESALE MEATS QTIS THREE-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN PLATE 1350m

MISHANI COMRADE- Began awkwardly and became awkwardly placed on heels soon after having to be steadied.
 
PRINCE COPERNICUS- Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
SPIRITOFTHEWORLD- Bumped the inside running rail near the 900m and again near the 700m. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which revealed the gelding to be exhibiting signs of tying up.
 
LIGHTNING DRONE- Shifted in soon after the start when not fully clear of MISHANI COMRADE. Jockey N Tomizawa was reprimanded for careless riding pursuant to AR131(a) as a result of this incident. Raced ungenerously for some distance after being crossed near the 1100m.
 
 
Race 2: WARWICK VET CLINIC MAIDEN PLATE         1350m

The start of the event was delayed when IMAGINA was identified to have been present to the mounting yard without stirrup leathers or irons affixed to the saddle. Jockey R Downey subsequently re-weighed and the mare was re-saddled. Jockey Downey was subsequently fined the sum of $100 under the provisions of AR227(a) for negligence which could have led to a breach of AR184(b). In considering the matter Stewards were satisfied that the incident had been as a result of negligence and no any nefarious action by Jockey Downey. Trainer N Keal was also severely reprimanded pursuant to AR106 for having the gelding saddled and presented without that piece of gear.
 
BATE- Bumped the inside running rail near the 800m. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
JEDIAH- Steadied from heel near the 800m.
 
LUCKY ARTIE- Began awkwardly and shifted in before becoming awkwardly placed on heels soon after. Hung out under pressure down the running proving somewhat difficult to ride out, having to be corrected near the 50m.
 
OHH ERROL-Raced keenly for the majority, over-racing near the 1000m.
 
UNNECESSARY EVIL- Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was passed fit to start. Shifted out abruptly on jumping and lost ground. Trailed the field throughout and took no competitive part. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. Trainer J Prichard was advised the gelding would be required to trial satisfactorily prior to again being permitted to start in a race.
 
CHAMPAGNE TOWER- Bumped on jumping.
 
ELLTITUDE- Laid in under pressure near the 250m becoming awkwardly placed on heels and having to be corrected. App R O’Connell, in the presence of Apprentice Mentor Mr R Fradd, pleaded guilty to a charge pursuant to AR131(a) for careless riding in that soon after passing the winning post he did permit his mount to shift in when insufficiently clear of CHAMPAGNE TOWER, taking that runner in onto the running of LUCKY ARTIE which was tightened and obliged to restrain. App O’Connells license to ride in races was subsequently suspended for a period of 6days to commence 19 October up to and including 24 October 2025. App O’Connell was advised of his right to an appeal.
 
FOR THE BRAVE- Became momentarily awkwardly placed on heels near the 50m when commencing to weaken and was momentarily steadied.
 
IMAGINA- Became awkwardly placed on heels on jumping.
 
MONAROMA- Difficult to load. Trainer S Grimson was advised a warning would be placed on the mare as a result.
 
SUBTLE HINTS- Bumped on jumping. Became awkwardly placed on heels near the 700m. Hung-out rounding the home turn. App P Fergusson-Smith advised that her mount had been inclined to hangout throughout.
 

Race 3: GOLDEN PICKLE BENCHMARK 58 HANDICAP         800m

KWAMI- Began awkwardly.
 
BOLD BIDDER- Bumped on jumping. Momentarily crowded near the 700m.
 
NIRVANA THE STORM- Bumped on jumping and again soon after. Bumped near the 700m. Hung-out rounding the home turn.
 
SPIKED- Raced wide for the majority.
 
RUNAROUND SUE- Shifted in and bumped near the 700m.
 
BESMARA- Raced wide for the majority.
 
ADDICTIVE PIRANHA- Jockey J Murphy advised that his mount felt uncomfortable in its action. A post-race veterinary examination revealed a mildly slow recovery. Trainer M Currie advised on 13 October that the mare had pulled up well and would now likely be leaving his stable.  
 
MHASAHN- Bumped on jumping.
 
ALBION SQUARE (GB)- Reared in the barrier becoming cast and was subsequently declared a late scratching at 2:39pm. Prior to the declaration of correct weight all monies invested on the gelding were ordered to be refunded with the following deductions to apply to all successful wagers placed prior to 2:39pm:
 
3cents in the dollar for the win
3cents in the dollar for the place on the winner
4cents in the dollar for 2nd place
4cents in the dollar for 3rd place
 
Trainer B Gently was advised the gelding would be required to obtain a further barrier certificate prior to again being permitted to start in a race.
 
 
Race 4: GLOBE ACCOUNTING BENCHMARK 58 HANDICAP         1200m

DRIALLE- App A Heinrich, in the presence of Apprentice Mentor Mr R Fradd, was severely reprimanded pursuant to AR131(b) for failing to ride her mount out fully to the finish of the event. In considering the matter Stewards noted that App Heinrich had mistaken the winning-post and after ceasing riding her mount out for three strides approaching the 50m had then pressured her mount over the final 50m of the event as well as her inexperience as a rider. Stewards were also of the view that App Heinrich’s lack of vigor for those three strides may have cost her mount 5th placing.
 
WINCHMAN- Bumped on jumping. Raced wide from the 800m.
 
LOADED GUN- Began awkwardly and shifted out.
 
NUTS 'N' BOLTS- Became awkwardly placed on heels soon after the start.
 
DUBAWI'S GIRL- Trainer L Hatch and Jockey L Tilley were both severely reprimanded pursuant to AR100(1)(a) for failing to notify of a change of a change of tactics at least 30mins prior to the commencement of the event. Connections advised it would be the intention to have the mare ridden more conservatively that in its most recent starts. Was ridden accordingly. Trainer L Hatch advised the mare would now likely be leaving his stable.
 
SO YOU CAN TORQUE- Bumped on entering the home straight.
 
GOOD PHILLY- Bumped on entering the home straight.
 
INVISIBLE TARGET- Bumped on jumping.
 
JEROME- Momentarily crowded near the 1100m. When questioned regarding the improved performance Triner P Randal advised that the geldings most recent runs had been over distances below its best but had been finishing them off well, adding further that the significant reduction in weight, the grass track and the favorable ride were also telling factors in his opinion. Mr Randal stated the stable had expected an improved showing but were nonetheless pleasantly surprised by the win.
 

Race 5: SCOTT ELLIS MEMORIAL / RANBUILD WARWICK NEWMARKET BENCHMARK 70 HANDICAP         1200m

FAKE MAGIC- Bumped on jumping. Jockey J Molloy was fined the sum of $500 under the provisions of AR132(7)(a)(ii) in that he did use his whip 9 times prior to the 100m, 12 in totality. Jockey Molloy was advised of his right to an appeal.
 
ZOUPRINCE- Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which revealed a minor laceration to the near shoulder.
 
BIG BOY GEORGE- Trainer M Currie was advised a warning would be placed on the gelding for being difficult to load. Slow to begin after turning its head to the side as start was effected.  Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
BURLEIGH MAGIC- Jockey N Faxackerley was fined the sum of $200 under the provisions of AR211(1) for returning to scale overweight.
 
KOGA NINJA- Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was passed fit to start. Began awkwardly, shifted in and bumped.
 

Race 6: DARLING DOWNS BANK WARWICK CUP OPEN HANDICAP       1500m

Declaration of correct weight was delayed to allow Jockey L Tilley (AMICUS CURIAE) to view footage of the home straight to ascertain whether grounds for an objection against 1st placegetter LAST CHANCE SALOON were present. After viewing the footage Jockey Tilley elected not to pursue any objection and correct weight was declared on the Judges semaphored numbers.
 
 
SOLAR APEX- Slow to begin and lost ground. Trainer R Hay was advised a warning would be placed on the gelding as a result.
 
TARA JASMINE- Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.
 
AMICUS CURIAE- Momentarily crowded near the 50m.
 
CHAYSE 'N' ARTIE- Laid in under pressure down the running proving somewhat difficult to ride out.
 
POWERFUL EAGLE- Trainer S Hardy was advised a warning would be placed on the gelding for being difficult to load.
 
START STRUTTING- Raced wide for the majority. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
SELLING SUNSET- Slow to begin and lost ground. Trainer B Mahon was advised a warning would be placed on the mare as a result.
 
CHASING JACKLEY- Held up for clear running on entering the home straight until approaching the 200m.
 
 
Race 7: WICKHAM FREIGHT LINES THREE-YEAR-OLD & FOUR-YEAR-OLD BENCHMARK 58 HANDICAP         1100m

I'LLTELLYOUSO- Crowded leaving the 900m. A post-race veterinary examination revealed the mare to be exhibiting signs of tying up.
 
HEADLINE LEGEND- Crowded leaving the 900m.
 
MISHANI HITMAN- Reared as the start was effected and lost ground.  
 
SERIAL OFFENDER- Contacted a fence on exiting the mounting yard onto the course proper. Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was passed fit to start. Improved onto heels leaving the 900m and shifted out.
 
SEAMS LOGICAL- Shifted in leaving the 900m crowding HEADLINE LEGEND, WARRIOR CHIEF and I’LLTELLYOUSO. Jockey L Tilley was severely reprimanded for careless riding pursuant to AR131(a). In considering the matter Stewards noted the severity of interference was low however the standard of care was far below that expected of a senior rider.
 
WARRIOR CHIEF- Knuckled on jumping. Raced keenly in the middle stages. Crowded leaving the 900m.
 
WANTED HILLBILLY- Crowded on jumping. Laid in under pressure down the running.



STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY

Summary of action concerning licensees

Reprimands
Race 1- Jockey N Tomizawa- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Reprimand
Race 2- Trainer N Keal- Negligence in Saddling- AR106- Severe reprimand
Race 4- Trainer L Hatch- Change of tactics- AR100(1)(a)- Severe reprimand
Race 4- Jockey L Tilley- Change of Tactics- AR100(1)(a)- Severe reprimand
Race 7- Jockey L Tilley- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Severe reprimand

Fines
Race 2- Jockey R Downey- Negligence- AR227(a)- $100
Race 5- Jockey N Fazackerley- Weigh in overweight- AR211(1)- $200
 
 
Suspensions
Race 2- App R O’Connell- Careless riding- AR131(a)- 6days; 19 – 24 October 2025 (inclusive)
 

Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses

Horses swabbed pre-race
WANTED HILLBILLY, MAHSAHN, INVISIBLE TARGET, BIG BOY GEORGE, LAST CHANCE SALOON, KRUMAC, UNNECESSARY EVIL
 
Horses swabbed post-race
All winners

Warnings/bars
Race 2- MANORAMA- Difficult to load- Warning
Race 5- BIG BOY GEORGE- Difficult to load- Warning
Race 6- POWERFUL EAGLE- Difficult to load- Warning
Race 6- SELLING SUNSET- Slow to begin- Warning
Race 6- SOLAR APEX- Slow to begin- Warning
 

Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 2- IMAGINA was ridden by K Yoshida
Race 6- UNLEASH was ridden by K Yoshida

Late scratchings
Race 3- ALBION SQUARE- 2:39pm 
 
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.