Over 300 Entries for Oakbank Easter Carnival
- Friday, 11 April 2003 00:00
The solid nomination for the jumping events - the $150,000 Carlton Draught Greats Eastern Steeplechase, the $94,500 Von Doussa Steeplechase, the $94,500 Yalumba Classic Hurdle and the $30,500 Ord Minnett Sharebrokers Hurdle - has been more than matched by the depth of entry for the 12 flat races.
The $62,200 Clipsal Stakes (1100m) has drawn 17 entries. Adelaide speedster Identifiable will be out to stretch a six-win sequence in the time-honoured sprint but will meet strong resistance from talented SA gallopers including Wyndam Glory and interstate visitors Speaker and Real Dragon.
Imported stallion Sandmason, a Group II winner in England, is among notable entrants for the $62,200 Adelaide Bank Onkaparinga Cup (2150m).
Premier South Australian trainer Tony McEvoy has 32 nominations across the 16 races scheduled to be run at Oakbank. Former leading Adelaide trainer John Hawkes, now in control of the Ingham brothers national operations across four states, has two nominations.
Victorian stables have nominated more than 30 horses for the race meeting regarded as an Adelaide institution.
Crafty Dancer, the exciting jumper who won last year's Grand National and Australian Steeplechases, returns to Oakbank to avenge his second-placing behind Nautilism in last year's Von Doussa.
He will spearhead trainer John Wheeler's assault on the Great Eastern Steeplechase, a race the master Kiwi conditioner has won six times.
Past winner Turkey Lane, triumphant in the 1998 Great Eastern, is the only previous winner looking to add the race to his list of credits for a second time.
Roseworthy trainer David Halliday, who saddled up 2000 winner Bruskin, will be back to lift the prize again. He has in-form jumper Raquets primed for victory.
Media Release - Oakbank Racing Club
Specular's Absence Only Downer Among Oakbank Entries
- Thursday, 10 April 2003 00:00
Specular's trainer Tony Rosolini had been tossing up whether to run the gelding at the famous hills course but was concerned the unique atmosphere and huge crowd on both sides of the track may be his undoing.
News of Specular's absence from race is a great boost to those who entered runners for the $94,400 Yalumba Classic Hurdle (3600m) on Easter Monday.
Among the early entries for that race include Bubble Gum, Saturday's Adelaide hurdle winner Comely King, proven Musgrove jumpers Risky Venture and Super Cobra and yesterday's Strathalbyn flat winner Crowned Serdar.
Crowned Serdar will be out to emulate his bonny jumping stablemate Shutayr, the star of last year's Oakbank carnival by winning jumps events on both days of the carnival including the Yalumba Classic.
Meanwhile, fourteen entries were received for the weekend's feature, the time honoured $156,000 Carlton Draught Great Eastern Steeplechase (4950m).
Among those nominations are the good jumpers Crafty Dancer, Crown Duo, Raquets, Shamrock Dancer, The Rampager and previous Great Eastern winner Turkey Lane.
The feature flat races over the carnival have been swamped by quality entries.
The $62,600 Adelaide Bank Onkaparinga Cup (2150m) has brought together the likes of Bellton, Buffalo Power, Duchovny, Glitzy Guru, McBeal, Our Guided Missile, Sandmason, Talanto, Terminus Prince, Sunday's Gawler Cup winner Unbridled Lad and last year's winner Oxford Dollar.
Saturday's feature flat event, the $62,200 has brought together 16 entries - all quality. Among them are the flying Identifiable (six straight wins), recent Melbourne winner Danzerani, proven sprinters Let's Went, Heracles, Lowendale Road, recent stakes winner Wyndam Glory and the top interstaters Real Dragon and Speaker.
Late entries for both race days will be accepted until tomorrow with officials. For more information contact TRSA.
Who's Been Going to Oakbank the Longest?
- Monday, 07 April 2003 00:00
Merv Renshaw, a gate supervisor, will be attending his 57th Carnival this year. Merv travelled to his first Oakbank Carnival in 1947 on the then Goodwood Railway Station to Oakbank train.
The first train to leave Goodwood on Easter Saturday and Monday at 5am contained the casual staff at the front of the train and the horses and horse handlers at the rear. Several other trains followed bringing patrons to the event. At the end of the day the staff, horse and horse handler's train was the last train back to Goodwood arriving at 10pm, certainly a long day by anybody's standards.
Merv now travels to and from Oakbank in his motor car but still leaves his home in Adelaide at 6am and returns at 5pm, which are considered much more respectable hours.
The next call to be received was from Maurice Klemich who attended his first meeting in 1944 following the racing ban in 1942 and 1943 through World War II.
Maurice has subsequently attended every Oakbank Carnival since which makes 2003 his 60th attendance. For the last ten years Maurice has presented to the winning jockey of the Great Eastern Steeplechase a set of Waterford Crystal Glasses.
Maurice sums up Oakbank in one word and that is "tradition". When his grandchildren attended their first Oakbank Carnival in 1998 they were the fourth generation of his family to enjoy Oakbank.
The next call the office received was from member Darryl Koch to advise that his mother Nellie Koch who lives at Plympton Park will be attending her 57th consecutive Oakbank this year. Nellie, who is 86 years of age, commenced attending Oakbank with her parents at age 8 and has only missed 3 Oakbank's since then.
With the first of the
Oakbank Trails to be conducted next Monday (14th April) the Advertiser
article is bound to bring to light further instances of people and their
attendance records. Undoubtedly, Maurice's 60 years will certainly be put to
the test.
Media Release - Oakbank Racing Club
Naracoorte (SA)
- Thursday, 10 April 2003 00:00
WEATHER: Fine
Rail - True
RACE 1 - KEPPOCH PRODUCE / SABIS THREE-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 metres
Near the 1000 metres ALOHA SKIES (C. Lindop) shifted out onto HIKING (B. Claridge), which shifted out abruptly onto SUEDILOU (P. Marks).
RACE 2 - WHITEHEAD TIMBER SALES / SABIS MAIDEN PLATE - 1000 metres
Correct Weight was delayed to permit C. Lindop, rider of the 3rd Placegetter RICKETTY ROCKET, to view the official head-on film of the finish. C. Lindop lodged an objection against the winner CHURCHILL ROAD (D. Yendall), on the grounds of alleged interference over the final 200 metres. After considering the evidence, viewing the official footage and acting on their own observations, Stewards dismissed the objection.
The start was delayed when RULEBREAKER (C. Buchiw), CHURCHILL ROAD (D. Yendall) and MICANTRA (H. McKechnie) were all difficult to load. Mr. J. Hickmott (RULEBREAKER), Mr. S. Padman (CHURCHILL ROAD) and Mr. D. Dodson (MICANTRA) were advised warnings had been placed on their horses in relation to their barrier manners.
MICANTRA (H. McKechnie) jumped away awkwardly.
UMAFLIGHT (D. Missen) jumped away awkwardly and raced greenly in the early stages.
In the vicinity of the 700 metres GOLD QUILL (J. Potter) raced greenly.
Near the 450 metres SALTIMBANCO (B. Claridge) shifted in and bumped HOSTILE INTENT (G. Hoobin) and as a result both horses became unbalanced.
Inside the 200 metres CHURCHILL ROAD (D. Yendall) shifted in, tightened and hampered RICKETTY ROCKET (C. Lindop). Shortly after RICKETTY ROCKET shifted in and brushed the hindquarters of UMAFLIGHT (D. Missen). D. Yendall was advised to take more care in similar circumstances.
MICANTRA was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported no visible abnormalities.
RACE 3 - G D & V SCHOLEFIELD BUILDERS CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1100 metres
ALRAMIL (H. McKechnie) jumped out at the start and bumped KOODA SHINE (N. Stone).
RACE 4 - KINCRAIG MOTORS HANDICAP - 2000 metres
Correct Weight was delayed to permit Mr. R. Post, Trainer of the 4th Placegetter SPIRIT OF DEMUS, to view the official photo-finish print for third.
COUNTY COOPER (C. Buchiw) jumped away awkwardly.
RACE 5 - MUNRO & GRIGGS AUTO REPAIRS CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1200 metres
CHELISE MARIE (D. Yendall) jumped away awkwardly, shifted out and bumped LINDROS (B. Claridge).
Inside the 200 metres CHELISE MARIE (D. Yendall) shifted in and as a result OUTBACK AUSSIE (D. Tootell) shifted in and away from that mare, resulting in LINDROS (B. Claridge) having to be steadied for a few strides. D. Yendall was reminded of his obligations when his mounts commence to shift ground.
OUTBACK AUSSIE was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon, who reported no visible abnormalities.
RACE 6 - KNIGHTS SNACK BAR CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1430 metres
G. Hoobin replaced D. Tootell, who had replaced K. Post on CANNY CIRCLE. D. Tootell became indisposed after riding in Race 5.
TOAST TO LENNY (D. Missen) was unable to obtain clear ground from the 500 to inside the 300 metres.
RACE 7 - SMOKE-FREE CHALLENGE 2003 (Heat 6) - 1200 metres
The start was delayed when ALPINE LASS (C. Buchiw) broke through the barriers when APTEGO (T. Barras) and ELMO’S HERO (J. Lyon) were both very fractious. ALPINE LASS was quickly reined in and after a Veterinary examination was passed fit to start.
JETWAY (C. Puls) stood flat-footed at the start and as a result lost considerable ground. Trainer Mr. R. Wilson was advised that a warning had been placed on JETWAY in relation to its barrier manners.
Near the 900 metres MOSSITON (G. O’Loughlin), which was showing a tendency to lay out had to be steadied from the heels of KEDRON (B. Vale). Shortly after MOSSITON showed a tendency to race ungenerously.
MOSSITON (G. O’Loughlin) was held up for a clear run for a short distance on the home turn.
BITOVATUNE (D. Yendall) was disappointed for a run between the 350 and the 100 metres.
RACE 8 - NARACOORTE STOCK CARRIERS 2 YEARS & UP MAIDEN PLATE - 1430 metres
D. Tootell was examined by the Club’s Medical Officers and passed fit to fulfil his engagement in this event.
RIVER RULER was a late scratching by the Stewards at 2.27 p.m., acting on Veterinary advice that the gelding had suffered a laceration to its off hind leg en route to the course.
LITTLE SAMMY (C. Buchiw) and CASTLE IN THE SKY (B. Claridge) were slow to begin.
Shortly after the start AROUND US (P. Marks) shifted in onto CALL ME LOUISE (J. Potter), which raced ungenerously when being restrained and shifted in, hampering LITTLE SAMMY (C. Buchiw).
D. Missen, rider of BARTORQ, was warned for accidentally dropping his whip near the 200 metres.
SWABBING:
Race 5 TERTAIN’S GAMBLE (winner)
Race 7 STRETTA (second)
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
| 1 | HIKING | P. Gatt | B. Claridge | Illness |
| 2 | CHURCHILL ROAD | P. Gatt | D. Yendall | |
| 5 | CHELISE MARIE | K. Post | D. Yendall | Indisposed after Race 4 |
| 6 | CANNY CIRCLE | K. Post | G. Hoobin | “ |
| 7 | APTEGO | B. Dunn | T. Barras | Injured |
| 7 | JETWAY | K. Post | C. Puls | Indisposed |
| 8 | LUCKY VEINE | T. Barras | H. McKechnie | Indisposed after Race 7 |
| 8 | HARCOURT ACE | P. Gatt | D. Yendall | Illness |
New Sponsor and 50% Stakes Increase for Millicent Cup
- Monday, 07 April 2003 00:00
The President, Mr Peter Burdon, is obviously proud of the giant steps forward that the Club has taken over the past three years and with the input of Mr A.A (Allan) Scott through the Scott Group of Companies, the Club is confident that this years Cup Meeting will be the best yet.
The Clubs success lies with a hard working committee and the full support shown by the people of Millicent and its immediate surrounds by attending what is arguably Millicent's biggest annual event. The support races on the day have also benefited with the $9,000 smoke-free Challenge Series, $6,000 Somerset Hotel/Motel Fillies &Mares C3 and all other races hosting a minimum of $5,000 stakes each.
In addition to this are the $11,000 in SABIS bonuses, $8,500 in Stallion Services from Happy Giggle @ Lakewood Stud, Staaraq @ Kenton Valley Park Stud and Campo Caitano @ Glenormiston College, Victoria. There is also $1,800 in trophies offered. All in all $76,300 is up for grabs!
Events leading up to and included on the day are a shop window display in the week leading up to the Cup by most businesses in Millicent, a Fashion Extravaganza put on by local apparel businesses, a Fashions on the Field competition with great prizes sponsored by Wynns Coonawarra and local businesses, a Calcutta on the Friday evening prior to the Cup and a huge "Post-Cup" party at the Somerset Hotel after the last race.
As an added attraction, 1992 Melbourne Cup winner "SUBZERO" will appear on course where he will lead the Cup field out in the capable hands of past leading Limestone Coast jockey Billy Strigg. Subzero will also pose for photographs with big and small kids alike and perform a number of tricks. Entertainment for the children will be provided on course including face painting and a bouncy castle.
So, the place to be on
Sunday 4 May is the Scott Group of Companies Millicent Cup at Penola
racecourse.
Media Release - Jason Hickson (TRSA)
Oakbank Desperately Seeking Greys for Easter Race
- Thursday, 10 April 2003 00:00
Thoroughbred Racing SA have extended nominations to the Greys only race at Oakbank on Easter Monday (April 21)
The race - the AAMI Grey Class 6 Handicap (1100m) - is worth $25,400 but to date there have been just six nominations for the popular event.
Extended nominations close at 10am Monday April 14.
Nominations have also been extended for the $156,000 Carlton Draught Great Eastern Steeplechase (4950m), the $94,400 Yalumba Classic Hurdle (3600m), and the $25,400 Channel 7 Handicap (1400m) for fillies and mares.
Media Release - Jason Hickson (TRSA)
Another Big Weekend Out for Lindsay Park
- Monday, 07 April 2003 00:00
Lindsay Park trainer Tony McEvoy and "boss" David Hayes had another successful weekend at the track with both talented horsemen recording multiple winners.
McEvoy scored an interstate metropolitan on double courtesy of former talented Perth galloper Lady Knockout at Caulfield in Melbourne and Brandy Cruster who lead throughout to win at Cheltenham in Adelaide.
Yesterday the winning run of the current Adelaide and Melbourne premiership leader continued at Gawler with two winners from limited runners.
After enjoying a lovely run throughout the race the son of Unbridled's Song swept to the lead at the top of the short straight and set up a winning break for in form rider Paul Gatt.
Earlier in the afternoon the well bred two-year-old Silverstein (Rory's Jester-Sisterhood) proved too strong in the race for juveniles.
The stable picked up the feature event of the afternoon, the Gawler Cup courtesy of the flashy grey galloper Unbridled Lad, who was having his first start at the distance.
Meanwhile, last night in Hong Kong, David Hayes ended the program with training honours following the success of three of his runners.
The aptly named Good Win, debut juvenile Always Welcome and the consistent performer Songs of Praise all saluted at Sha Tin, further cementing Hayes' second position on the Hong Kong trainers' premiership, now just 11 behind John Size.
Brandy Cruster pic - Fiona
Tomlin
Always Welcome yearling pic -
Jenny Barnes
Strathalbyn (SA)
- Wednesday, 09 April 2003 00:00
TRACK:
Good
WEATHER: Fine
Rail: True
RACE 1 - CUDDLES MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 metres
JAY JAY’S STAR dislodged C. Lever on the way to the barrier and galloped 800 metres before being caught by the Clerk of the Course. Stewards ordered the withdrawal of JAY JAY’S STAR at 12.20 p.m. C. Lever was examined by the Ambulance staff and declared fit to fulfil his remaining engagements.
OXFORD SCENE (B. Claridge) jumped away awkwardly and lost some ground.
Racing to the 300 metres OXFORD SCENE (B. Claridge) rolled in, resulting in CRIMSON SEEDLESS (P. Gatt) being taken in and inconveniencing MATTY’S DREAM (S. Price).
RACE 2 - VILI’S CAKES CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1350 metres
The start of this race was delayed due to OH SO SOFT being difficult to load. Mr. J. Gask, Trainer of OH SO SOFT, was advised the mare must complete a Barrier Trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards before accepting for any future event.
OH SO SOFT (S. Tronerud) jumped away awkwardly.
When the gates were released BRIANNA BLONDIE (J. Lyon) shifted in and bumped PENTATONIC (D. Tootell).
Shortly after the start ENTICE (S. Price) shifted out and as a result MARIZZIQUE (C. Lindop) and OH SO SOFT (S. Tronerud) were hampered.
Racing to the 300 metres MARIZZIQUE (C. Lindop) had to be eased to avoid the heels of BRIANNA BLONDIE (J. Lyon), which commenced to weaken.
PENTATONIC lost its hear hind plate during the running of the race.
ENTICE was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon subsequent to the event who reported no visible abnormalities.
RACE 3 - R V JORDAN / SABIS 2 YEARS & UP MAIDEN PLATE - 1600 metres
Racing to the 1200 metres BRIGHT AMBER (J. Potter) over-raced due to the lack of pace in the race.
Racing to the 1200 metres HOSTILE LAD (N. Tomizawa) shifted ground when pulling hard and as a result inconvenienced TASHILADO (M. Neilson).
FRENESI (K. Louca) over-raced in the middle stages of the race due to a lack of pace.
W. Kerford, rider of HEREWARD, reported he had elected to improve his position from the 1200 metres due to the poor pace in the race.
Racing to the 100 metres HOSTILE LAD (N. Tomizawa) and OUR KDAN (P. Gatt) brushed.
RACE 4 - MARY O’NEIL MEMORIAL CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1200 metres
DANCING IMAGE (C. Bryant) jumped away awkwardly.
BURRAN was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon subsequent to the event who reported no visible abnormalities.
SOUTHERN MARAUDER was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon subsequent to the event who reported the gelding was suffering some lameness in its off fore leg.
RACE 5 - MIRANDA WINES DISTANCE CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 2050 metres
An inquiry into S. Tsaikos failing to fulfil his riding engagement was adjourned to a date to be fixed.
RACE 6 - NEUTROG CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1600 metres
Over the concluding stages LUCENTIER (C. Lindop) and NAFIR (NZ) (M. Neilson) brushed.
THE GREAT GATSBY was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon subsequent to the race and found to have lacerated its off hind stifle, which required Veterinary attention.
RACE 7 - BERNARD BOOTH REAL ESTATE CLASS 4 HANDICAP - 1200 metres
KID DAPPER (N. Tomizawa) jumped away awkwardly and shifted out, inconveniencing RUSTIC OPAL (J. Bowditch), which in turn shifted out, hampering JUG FULL (C. Bryant), which shifted out inconveniencing ATLANTIC (S. Price).
C. Bryant, rider of JUG FULL, was charged under ARR 137 (c) for making a celebratory gesture prior to the winning post and fined $100.
RACE 8 - CATHOLIC CHURCH INSURANCE / SABIS THREE-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN PLATE - 1350 metres
POKEMONSTER (J. Marks) jumped away awkwardly and shifted in, hampering LOVE ‘N’ TRUST (J. Potter), which was also inconvenienced due to LENSWOOD (S. Price) shifting out.
JON’S ACCOUNT (P. Gatt) and PUSHING DAISIES (J. Holder) bumped when the gates were released.
JON’S ACCOUNT (P. Gatt) raced ungenerously in the vicinity of the 900 metres and had to be steadied when tightened for room by BELIEVE IN VICTORY (C. Lever), which was inconvenienced when FURANO (C. Bryant) shifted in.
Racing to the 500 metres JON’S ACCOUNT (P. Gatt) had to be eased when tightened for room by BELIEVE IN VICTORY (C. Lever), which was momentarily tightened by FURANO (C. Bryant). C. Bryant was advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances.
Racing to the 400 metres RUSTIC HALO (J. Bowditch) and PUSHING DAISIES (J. Holder) bumped.
Racing to the 300 metres AUTOPLAY (C. Lindop) was disappointed for a run for some distance and had to be checked to avoid the heels of LENSWOOD (S. Price).
LOVE ‘N’ TRUST was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon subsequent to the event who reported the gelding suffered a unilateral nasal bleed. The Veterinary Surgeon further reported the nostril had been lacerated due to the horse hitting its head in the barrier.
SWABBING:
Race 4 SOULS (winner)
RIDER CHANGES:
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
| 5 | AMBER COURT | S. Tsaikos | J. Maund | Failing to fulfil engagement |
| 6 | NAFIR (NZ) | M. Neilson | Notified |
Gawler (SA)
- Sunday, 06 April 2003 00:00
TRACK: Good
WEATHER: Fine
Rail: True
RACE 1 - GAWLER COLOURWORLD / SABIS TWO-YEAR-OLD SPECIAL CONDITIONS HANDICAP - 1050 metres
ALL JACK was a late scratching by Stewards at 12.05 p.m., acting on Veterinary advice the gelding had swelling to a near fore tendon.
The start was delayed when COOL RESPONSE proved difficult to load. Trainer Mr. K. Sweeney was advised that a final warning had been placed on COOL RESPONSE in relation to its barrier manners.
MANUNA (C. Bryant) was slow into stride.
Near the 1000 metres SMART DAME (P. Gatt), which was racing greenly, shifted out and bumped FULL OF JEST (W. Kerford), which in turn shifted out onto LIQUIDITY LASS (J. Bowditch), which also shifted out and bumped MISSY VIVIAN (R. Faehr).
ENCANTARA (N. Spencer) raced greenly throughout the event.
SOLOMON (J. Holder) showed a tendency to race greenly over the concluding stages.
MISSY VIVIAN lost its off hind plate during the event.
RACE 2 - LRM CONSTRUCTIONS / SABIS MAIDEN PLATE (1st Division) - 1400 metres
RANGATAUNGA (W. Kerford) jumped out at the start and bumped LUKE WARM (M. Henderson).
Racing inside the 1300 metres TEENAMENA (B. Dunn) shifted in, at the same time as IT’S A GREY (M. Neilson) shifted out slightly and as a result MIGHTY BULLDOG (D. Yendall) had to be steadied for a few strides.
RACE 3 - WALKER & KEIPERT REAL ESTATE / SABIS MAIDEN PLATE (2nd Division) - 1400 metres
The start was delayed when REGAL OCCASION (N. Tomizawa) proved difficult to load. Trainer Mr. B. Pateyjohns was advised the mare must complete a Barrier Trial and be loaded without delay to the satisfaction of the Stewards, before accepting for any future event.
KOODA SAN (C. Bryant) showed a tendency to over-race in the early stages.
Inside the 400 metres KOODA SAN (C. Bryant) was hampered by the tiring CLOUDS OF FIRE (S. Price).
Near the 250 metres MANGO (J. Lyon), which was racing greenly, shifted out and as a result KATE’S ACE (J. Potter) had to be checked. Shortly after MANGO rolled in, again inconveniencing KATE’S ACE.
RACE 4 - KEN BRERETON MEMORIAL CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1050 metres
Near the 600 metres CHEVITA (N. Tomizawa) shifted out slightly, at the same time as SPINNING EAGLE (NZ) (N. Paine) shifted in slightly and as a result STAAR TOFF (J. Potter) was tightened for galloping room. In consequence STAAR TOFF lost its position. Stewards could not attribute blame to any one rider.
Approaching the 200 metres POLICIA (J. O’Connor) laid out and as a result TIA JANE (P. Gatt) was inconvenienced for a few strides.
Over the concluding stages CHEVITA (N. Tomizawa) shifted in and inconvenienced SPINNING EAGE (NZ) (N. Paine).
Subsequent to the race a Veterinary examination of TIA JANE revealed the filly had returned lame in the near fore leg. Trainer Mr. D. Baylis was advised that a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness to Race would be required prior to accepting for a future event.
RACE 5 - RHEEM AUSTRALIA CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1400 metres
The start was delayed when MR. VANDAAM proved difficult to load. Trainer Mr. S. Jones was advised the gelding must complete a Barrier Trial and be loaded without delay to the satisfaction of the Stewards, before accepting for any future event.
ZAKURO (J. Bowditch) and COMO PRINCE (P. Gatt) brushed together for a short distance after the start.
In the vicinity of the 100 metres BLUE PRINCESS (S. Price) showed a tendency to lay in.
In the vicinity of the 100 metres YUNKINGCOLE (D. Yendall) changed stride and dipped.
MR. VANDAAM (J. Maund) was eased out of the race over the concluding stages. A subsequent Veterinary examination revealed no visible abnormalities.
RACE 6 - KFC/BASIC STEEL SUPPLIES GAWLER CUP - 1950 metres
Near the 1800 metres KAHOONA (N. Paine) shifted in onto VANDECLARE (R. Faehr), which in turn shifted in and bumped EVANS (C. Lever).
C. Lever reported to Stewards that EVANS had pulled hard in the early stages, therefore he elected to move the gelding up towards the leaders in the middles stages, however, as the pace of the race then quickened, it resulted in EVANS having to work harder. Trainer Mr. G. Richards advised Stewards that as EVANS had been in work for a considerable time, he would now be recommending to the connections the gelding be sent for a spell. Subsequent to the race a Veterinary examination of EVANS revealed the gelding had returned with lacerations to the off side hind leg.
KAHOONA (N. Paine) raced wide throughout the event.
Subsequent to the race a Veterinary examination of KAHOONA revealed the gelding had returned with lacerations to both hind legs.
RACE 7 - CARLTON DRAUGHT FLYING HANDICAP - 1200 metres
Inside the 200 metres DISCO TIME (J. Holder) shifted out and brushed TOVA (S. Price), which in turn shifted out and brushed BRINKLEY LASS (B. Claridge).
Correct Weight was delayed to enable Mr. G. Richards, Trainer of HAND PASS, to view the official image for second.
RACE 8 - GAWLER TAXI & HIRE CAR SERVICE CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1600 metres
SIMPLY SUAVE was a late scratching by Stewards at 11.45 a.m., acting on Veterinary advice that the mare had been injured en route to the course.
Subsequent to the race a Veterinary examination of WOODPECKER revealed no visible abnormalities.
SWABBING:
Race 4 AMANAKAZI (winner)
Race 6 UNBRIDLED LAD (winner)
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
| 1 | SPHINXI | C. Buchiw | Notified | |
| 5 | ZAKURO | C. Lever | J. Bowditch | Overweight |
| 6 | BENARBER | D. Tootell | W. Kerford | Indisposed following Race 3 |
| 8 | MAO’S PLAN | S. Tronerud | N. Paine | Overweight - fined $100 under ARR 120 (b) |
| 8 | DREAMS MAY COME | C. Bryant | Notified |
Pictorial of Cheltenham Races April 5
- Tuesday, 08 April 2003 00:00
Race 1
Race 2
Race 3
Race 4
Race 5
Race 6 - Birthday Cup - GROUP 3
Race 7
Race 8
SA success interstate - MM graduates
Graduates from the 2001 Magic Millions sale include Saturday winner in
Melbourne True Glo and the promising 3yo stayer Mummify who was a close
second to star colt Helenus in the Group 1 Rosehill Guineas in Sydney.
The photos included in this pictorial and others from the
raceday are available for sale. Please contact
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for further
details.
Cheltenham (SA)
- Saturday, 05 April 2003 00:00
TRACK: GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: Out 4 metres from 1000
metres to Winning Post.
RACE 1 : - MORPHETTVILLE JUNCTION OPENING MONDAY HANDICAP 1600m
NASTIVE EDITION was withdrawn by Stewards at 11.50am due to B Constable not making his flight from Melbourne. B Constable will be interviewed by Stewards to ascertain the reason for his non arrival.
YOUNG WILLY (G Young) was slow to jump.
TAWTRICE (C Durden) jumped the first hurdle awkwardly.
Near the 400 metres, DASHING DANCER (W McLean) rolled in under pressure and tightened ZOFF’S LAD (G Preston).
FAMOUS PIRATE (J Wallace) knuckled on landing after jumping the hurdle in the vicinity of the 300 metres.
FAMOUS PIRATE suffered a severe laceration to the near fore fetlock during the race, which required first aid.
RACE 2 : - MORPHETTVILLE JUNCTION LUCKY HORSESHOE HANDICAP 1000m
Following advice from Mr L Smith trainer of HIDDEN CACHE that the filly had got down in the float, HIDDEN CACHE was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon and ruled fit to start.
OUR VAIN LAD (B Claridge) was inclined to rear on jumping away and shifted out abruptly hampering SPEC O’RAIN (J Lyon).
In the vicinity of the 600 metres, BARABBA ROAD (P Gatt) rolled in on to SPEC O’RAIN (J Lyon) resulting in that gelding being inclined to lay in.
Near the 500 metres SPEC O’RAIN (J Lyon), which continued to lay in rolled in and tightened OUR VAIN LAD (B Claridge).
Inside the 500 metres, JESTEQUITY (S Price) shifted in abruptly and had to be restrained off the heels of BARABBA ROAD (P Gatt).
JESTEQUITY (S Price) was inclined to race greenly under pressure in the straight.
MILITARY ATTIRE was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon and found to be shin sore in both forelegs.
RACE 3 - MORPHETTVILLE JUNCTION WINNING POST SPORTS BAR HANDICAP 1460m
When questioned, J Holder the rider of LI LO LILL explained that in assessing the race with trainer Mr L Macdonald, it had been agreed to ride the filly forward as in their opinion the race lacked an obvious leader. J Holder stated as LI LO LILL had begun very well, and because it was racing in blinkers again, he had elected to lead rather than risk the filly over-
racing. He added, he was surprised at the pressure applied mid race by JADE STAR (H McKechnie) and felt that as a result, his mount had been made to carry its full weight. Mr L Macdonald the trainer of LI LO LILL confirmed his instructions.
When questioning her riding of JADE STAR from the 800 metres to the entrance of the straight, H McKechnie explained that she had been instructed to ride her mount in a similar manner to the mare’s previous start when successful at Edenhope. H McKechnie was advised her explanation would be recorded.
FONNIX was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon following the race and was found to be lame in the off fore knee. Mr C Bromley trainer of FONNIX was advised that a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness would be required before accepting for a future event.
STRAIGHT BY aggravated a small lesion inside its near hind pastern during the race.
RACE 4 - TUSCAN TABLE BRASSERIE - CHELTENHAM HANDICAP 1000m
CHEERS POP (W Kerford) and SAAYEB (NZ) (S Price) jumped away awkwardly.
On jumping away, POWER FROM PORT (B Vale) shifted in on to KING CROW (J Potter) taking that gelding in on to SAAYEB (NZ) (S Price), which was tightened in on to CHEERS POP (W Kerford) resulting in that gelding being hampered.
Near the 300 metres, SKIING (J Lyon) rolled in and brushed BLAIR (P Gatt), which was attempting to shift out to improve.
RACE 5 - MORPHETTVILLE JUNCTION SILKS BRASSERIE HANDICAP 1460m
RACHAEL’S PRIDE (H Akiyama) jumped away awkwardly.
KEETAH’S LADY (M Neilson) jumped away awkwardly and shifted out abruptly on to POWER TO RULE (J Potter) taking that gelding out on to BRANDY CRUSTER (C Bryant), which was taken out on to MAKING THE ROAD (P Gatt), which lost its position. As a result, POWER TO RULE (J Potter) and BRANDY CRUSTER (C Bryant) were hampered.
In the vicinity of the 500 metres, DEBBEN (J Holder), whilst trailing KEETAH’S LADY (M Neilson) became held up for a short distance.
KEETAH’S LADY (M Neilson) hung out from approximately the 500 metres until entering the straight. In consequence GLENARA (S Price) was inclined to shift out and away from that filly. KEETAH’S LADY was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported no visible abnormalities.
P Gatt the rider of MAKING THE ROAD reported his filly had changed legs on a number of occasions when under pressure in the straight. MAKING THE ROAD was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported that the filly had suffered abrasions to the off fore cannon and damage to the off fore hoof wall.
RACE 6 - MORPHETTVILLE JUNCTION BIRTHDAY CUP HANDICAP 1810m
Near the 200 metres, TALANTO (C Lindop) shifted out and contacted BURLEIGH (W Kerford) resulting in that gelding becoming unbalanced. C Lindop was reprimanded and advised in future, to shift ground only when entitled to do so.
OXFORD DOLLAR, which performed poorly, was examined by the Club’s Veterinary Surgeon who reported the gelding had a lower than expected heart rate.
RACE 7 - MORPHETTVILLE JUNCTION - THE ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX HANDICAP 1360m
HI TAIL jumped away awkwardly.
RACE 8 - MORPHETTVILLE JUNCTION STABLE BALLROOM HANDICAP 1260m
Shortly after the start, JEUNALIST (C Bryant) shifted out and contacted SIGNAL HILL (H Akiyama).
Near the 1200 metres HERESY (W Kerford) shifted in and tightened SIGNAL HILL (H Akiyama) on to the hindquarters of JEUNALIST (C Bryant), resulting in that gelding being unbalanced and SIGNAL HILL (H Akiyama) being hampered. SIGNAL HILL (H Akiyama) got its head up and raced ungenerously thereafter.
Near the 800 metres PRIOR LEADER (N Tomizawa), which was inclined to lay away from the rail, rolled out on to JEUNALIST (C Bryant) taking that colt out and tightening CARDONAGH (J Potter) resulting in that filly losing its position and in being restrained, shifted out across the heels of HOT FLICKS (J Lyon).
Inside the 600 metres, FLASH HENRY (M Neilson) was inclined to lay out and continued to lay out for the remainder of the event.
Ben Grimston rider of SMOOTH TAKEOFF was severely reprimanded for excessive gestulation after passing the winning post.
ROUTINE SWAB SAMPLES:
| Race 1 | COMELY KING | Race 5 | BRANDY CRUSTER |
| Race 2 | BARABBA ROAD | Race 6 | ODYSSEUS |
| Race 3 | SEREIN | Race 7 | WINNING SPIRIT |
| Race 4 | IDENTIFIABLE | Race 8 | SMOOTH TAKEOFF |
RIDING CHANGES:
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
| 2 | LAMYANA | C Lever | W Kerford | Overweight |