Interstate Pair to Miss Hobart Cup
- Monday, 02 February 2004 00:00
Osca Eric was ranked one of the best chances to win next week's feature at Elwick following two encouraging runs in Melbourne but the gelding's latest effort has left his trainer Gary Farrell devastated.
"I have had to pull the pin on the trip to Tassie because his run on Saturday was just woeful," Farrell said.
"Greg (jockey Childs), said the horse was gone 800m from home and it would be senseless to make the trip across to Tassie. The horse appears very good in himself and that's the worrying part of it all. I was confident I had the horse right but sometimes they'll (horses) do this sort of thing to you.
"I've nominated him for a race at Flemington next Sunday and that will tell me whether he's definitely trained off, but if he happened to produce his best in that race then I'd look seriously at going to Tassie for the AAMI Launceston Cup later this month," he said.
Another AAMI Hobart Cup candidate that won't be making the trip across Bass Strait is the Clarry Conners-trained Irish Noble. The four-year-old gelding was to have had his final hit-out in the same race in which Osca Eric ran so poorly last Saturday, but was scratched due to the heavy track..
"The owners of Irish Noble were very keen to come to Tasmania but without that extra run under his belt we have had to give the AAMI Hobart Cup a miss but if everything goes as planned he'll run at Flemington on Sunday and then we'll make arrangements to head to Tasmania for the AAMI Launceston Cup two weeks later," Conners said.
Media Release - AAMI Hobart Cup
Hobart (Tas)
- Sunday, 01 February 2004 00:00
TRACK: HEAVY
WEATHER: OVERCAST
RAIL: TRUE
Race |
Horse |
Rider |
Replaced By |
Reason |
2 |
ARROW MAN |
Emergency |
C Burt |
Gained a Start |
2 |
SITTING DUCK |
Emergency |
C Kingston |
Gained a Start |
7 |
STELLA CAVALLO |
Emergency |
D Parish |
Gained a Start |
RACE 1 - FAT THIRTY MAIDEN PLATE – 3-Y-O & UPWARDS SET WEIGHTS - 1080 METRES 7 RUNNERS
The start of this race was delayed two minutes when AL SHIRAZ (S Snell) reared behind the barriers and dislodged Jockey Snell. AL SHIRAZ was inspected by the Club’s veterinary surgeon and passed fit to take its place with the field. Jockey Snell was examined by the Club’s ambulance officers who also passed him fit to take his ride in this race.
ROLY KEN (D Pires) jumped in the air as the start was affected and was slow to muster early speed.
GYPSY STRIDER (D Parish) was a little slow into stride.
At about the 800 metre mark ACHILLIA (J Geard A) dipped.
AL SHIRAZ (S Snell) raced greenly over the concluding stages.
Jockey Snell reported at scale that after he was dislodged from AL SHIRAZ, the filly stood on his foot. Jockey S Snell was again examined by the Club’s ambulance officers following the running of this event and passed fit to fulfill his remaining riding engagements.
RACE 2 - TEN IN A ROW COMMERCIAL FREE MAIDEN PLATE 3-Y-O & UPWARDS – SET WEIGHTS - 1205 METRES 10 RUNNERS
At the start, SITTING DUCK (C Kingston) was slow into stride and lost four to five lengths as a result. Thereafter, SITTING DUCK (C Kingston) over-raced in the early stages of the event. Jockey C Kingston (SITTING DUCK) reported that his saddle had shifted marginally during the running of the event.
WINDAWAY (D Pires) over-raced in the middle stages.
At about the 1000 metre mark RADAR ROCKET (K Dodge) threw its head in the air when restrained by its rider.
At about the 900 metre mark TAINUI FLYER (L Goodrick) dipped and had to be steadied by its rider before shifting ground outwards and bumping with WINDAWAY (D Pires). Shortly thereafter CZAR RULE (G Millard) who had shifted ground on its inside, bumped with TAINUI FLYER (L Goodrick).
It was noted that DREAM RACER (Trainer W N McShane) lost an off-hind plate in running.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race GOOD GOD (Trainer Allan Stubbs).
RACE 3 - RHYS HOLLERIN CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1205 METRES 8 RUNNERS
ISLE OF EASE (C Burt) who was racing erratically, over-raced and threw its head in the air in the early stages of the event when being to be steadied by its rider.
WHISPERING WARRIOR (S Maskiell) and BEAR’S SCENE (B McCoull) laid on each other rounding the 1200 metre turn until approximately the 900 metre mark.
WHISPERING WARRIOR (S Maskiell) laid in for the entire length of the home straight.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race BEAR’S SCENE (Trainer Peter Luttrell).
RACE 4 - KIM & DAVE SUPERVOBIS 2-Y-O MAIDEN PLATE SET WEIGHTS – 1080 METRES – 12 RUNNERS
At the start, HOTSHOE (L Goodrick) jumped in onto POP THE BALLOON (C Kingston). At the same time, REAL ACE (D Keating A) jumped out and bumped with POP THE BALOON (C Kingston).
LLAPPIN (P Michaelides) jumped awkwardly at the start and shifted ground inwards.
REAL ACE (D Keating A) raced ungenerously in the early and middle stages of the event.
HOTSHOE (L Goodrick) was momentarily held up for a clear run rounding the home turn.
TYCOON SALI (B McCoull) was held up behind a tiring ANGEL OF VENGEANCE (R Bradley) just prior to entering the straight.
At about the 300 metre mark, TYCOON SALI (B McCoull) shifted ground inwards onto the heels of HOTSHOE (L Goodrick) and had to be steadied by its rider. Jockey McCoull reported at scale that his horse raced green and laid in prior to rounding the home turn.
REAL ACE (D Keating A) raced greenly and laid in, in the home straight.
RACE 5 - PETER BAKOS MEMORIAL SUPERVOBIS 3-Y-O CLASS 6 HANDICAP – 1550 METRES – 7 RUNNERS
As the start was affected, CRAGGANMORE (C Kingston) threw its head in the air and jumped awkwardly. Shortly thereafter, CRAGGANMORE (C Kingston) received pressure from both TAN QUEST (L Goodrick) to its inside which shifted ground outwards and MOXOON (D Pires) which shifted ground inwards. CRAGGANMORE then had a tendency to over-race in the early and middle stages of the event.
LITTLE STUART (S Maskiell) over-raced in the early stages of the event.
It was noted that TAN QUEST (L Goodrick) had lost its off-hind plate during the running of the event.
It was also noted that LITTLE STUART (S Maskiell) had lost its nearside plate during the running of the event.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event BORN A QUEEN (Trainer Terence Evans).
RACE 6 - SEA FM QUALITY HANDICAP – 1550 METRES - 9 RUNNERS
The rider of FOLLOW THE BAND (Trainer Charlie Goggin) was incorrectly shown in the print media as Jockey Stephen Maskiell when in fact Jockey Christie Burt rode this gelding. A public announcement to this effect was made prior to the start of the race.
The Club’s veterinary surgeon inspected OTAKIMAN (C Kingston) at the barriers after the gelding was found to be have blood in its mouth after biting its tongue. OTAKIMAN was subsequently passed fit to take its place with the field.
Stewards questioned Trainer Catherine Jordan in relation to the apparent improved performance of WILLCANNIA in today’s event. Trainer Jordan stated that WILLCANNIA prefers a wet track and in her opinion this gelding was better suited to today’s track conditions. Trainer Jordan’s explanation was noted.
Jockey J Borrett reported at scale that WEST QUEST BOY did not handle the tight track today.
A post-race veterinary inspection of CREIGHTON (NZ) (Trainer Neil Richardson) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race WILLCANNIA (Trainer Catherine Jordan)
RACE 7 - BATTLE OF THE SEXES CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 1205 METRES 11 RUNNERS
Trainer James Taylor was fined $50 under AR-59(A)(d) for failing to produce the Document of Description for CARDIFF upon request. Stewards were able to identify the gelding from the official Brands and Markings print-out and permission was granted for CARDIFF to take its place with the field.
MADELYN’S CHIMES (C Burt) over-raced in the early and middle stages.
MILITIA (D Pires) and IMAGE CONSCIOUS (C Kingston) both laid in over the concluding stages.
Apprentice J Geard reported at scale that WORTH A MENTION slipped rounding the home turn.
A post-race veterinary inspection of CARDIFF (Trainer James Taylor) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities with the gelding.
RACE 8 - SYDESTON CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1550 METRES – 10 RUNNERS
Trainer George Blacker was fined $50 under AR-140-A for presenting MOUVOIR in the mounting yard in incorrect gear (without blinkers).
FLY GEORGIE (C Kingston) jumped awkwardly and missed the start.
PERSONAL PEAK (S Maskiell) and MOUVOIR (S Snell) bumped rounding the home turn when PERSONAL PEAK shifted wider on the track to obtain a clear run.
DEVON’S BOY (S Hamer A) was held up for a clear run A post-race veterinary inspection of OTAKIMAN (Trainer Jenny James) over the final 200 metres.
A post-race veterinary inspection of FLY GEORGIE (Trainer Jenny James) failed to reveal any abnormalities with the mare.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race MIDNIGHT ESCAPADE (Trainer Charlie Goggin).
GENERAL
Following a track inspection at 6.00 am, Stewards acting under AR-8(q)(ii) ordered an alteration to the distance of Race 2 (1310 metres) and Race 3 (1310 metres). Both races started from the 1205 metre mark instead of the 1310 metre mark, due to the track conditions at today’s race meeting. A public announcement to this effect was made prior to the start of Race 1.
Trainer Mark Ganderton advised Stewards that Trainer Catherine Jordan will be taking responsibility of his runners at today’s race meeting.
Trainer Steven L Davis advised Stewards that due to his work commitments, Trainer Barry Campbell will be taking responsibility of his runner (BLACK LIGHT) at today’s race meeting.
Trainer Mr T M Roles advised Stewards that Trainer W N McShane will be taking charge of his two apprentices Miss Jo Geard and Mr David Keating at today’s race meeting.
Trainer T W Evans advised Stewards that Trainer W N McShane will be taking charge of his runners at today’s race meeting.
Jockey K Dodge was examined by the Club’s Medical Officer and passed fit to ride under LR-22(2)(g)(ii).
WADE HADLEY
CHAIRMAN OF STEWARDS
Hobart (Tas)
- Sunday, 25 January 2004 00:00
TRACK: GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: TRUE
RACE 1 – INGHAM LOVE’EM 3-Y-O & UPWARDS MAIDEN PLATE SET WEIGHTS – 1100 METRES - 15 RUNNERS
LATSQUI (C Burt) was slow to begin.
PRINCE FLYER (R Bradley) jumped in at the start and contacted with HUNTER LAKE (L Goodrick).
BUZZBOY (W Davis) jumped in at the start and made contact with WINEBERRY (NZ) (G Millard) who in turn contacted with US ONLY (C Kingston). As a result US ONLY lost a little ground at the start.
Rounding the home turn, shortly prior to straightening, HUNTER LAKE (L Goodrick) had to be momentarily steadied when ALAMEEN’S PRINCESS (F Alesci) elected for a run to the inside of BUZZBOY (W Davis).
A post-race veterinary inspection of LATSQUI (Trainer Chris Crook) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of this race KATS CLAUSE (Trainer Royston Carr).
RACE 2 – TATTERSALL’S HANDICAP (CLASS 2) 1100 METRES - 13 RUNNERS
Jockey W Davis was fined $25 under AR-175(k) (negligence) for presenting himself in the wrong colours for his ride on MR MOFOOSA (Trainer John Luttrell).
The start of this race was delayed slightly when JOIN THE QUEUE (F Alesci) became cast in the barriers and had to be removed. This mare underwent a veterinary examination and was passed fit to take her place in the field. Thereafter as the gates were released, JOIN THE QUEUE reared badly and got its off foreleg over the barrier partition. Stewards questioned Jockey Alesci and the Starter (Mr Evans) prior to declaring correct weight to determine whether this horse had been denied a fair start. After taking their evidence and viewing the video footage of the incident, Stewards were satisfied that the incident was due to the manners of JOIN THE QUEUE and in the circumstances, it was declared a runner. In view of this mare’s behaviour, Trainer McShane was advised that she is to trial satisfactorily, during which she is to prove tractable in the barrier gates prior to her next race start.
AVENGEFUL (G Millard) was slow to muster early speed.
Rounding the turn at the 500 metre mark MR MOFFOSA (W Davis) contacted the inside running rail shifted off the fence abruptly and bumped with PRINCESS AVENGER (S Gates).
A post-race veterinary inspection of JOIN THE QUEUE failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race LONELY SHORE (Trainer G E Blacker).
RACE 3 –THOROUGHBRED BREEDERS TASMANIA SUPERVOBIS 2-Y-O HANDICAP – 1200 METRES – 7 RUNNERS
STUYVESANT (F Alesci) was slow into stride.
PARTERRE (B McCoull) and SHINING STORM (D Taggart) contacted at the start.
Shortly after the start, LADETO (S Snell) shifted out and carried PARMAR DAY (S Gates) a little wider up the track.
Shortly after leaving the 600 metre mark PARMAR DAY (S Gates) brushed with LADETO (S Snell) to its outside and thereafter shifted ground outwards abruptly rounding the home turn, making contact with LADETO (S Snell) causing this horse to shift out.
PARMAR DAY (S Gates) laid in, in the home straight despite the efforts of its rider.
A post-race veterinary inspection of QUEEN OF EGYPT (Trainer T Young) revealed the filly to have lacerations to her near hind cannon which were bleeding freely.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race SHINING STORM (Trainer Peter Luttrell).
RACE 4 – FEDERAL HOTELS & RESORTS 1000 GUINEAS 3-Y-O FILLIES - NO CLAIMS – SET WEIGHTS - LISTED 1600 METRES - 11 RUNNERS
The announcement of correct weight was delayed when Jockey D Taggart (the rider of the third place getter QUEEN OF EGYPT) requested to review the video with a view to lodging a protest. After viewing the video, Jockey Taggart declared that he wished to lodge a protest against GENUINE BLONDE (F Alesci) being declared the winner on the grounds of alleged interference from the 200 metre mark to the finishing line. After hearing submissions from the relevant parties and taking into account video footage of the incident, Stewards dismissed the protest and correct weight was declared. At a subsequent inquiry, Jockey Alesci was found guilty of a charge under AR-137(a) (careless riding), the terms of the charge being that whilst riding GENUINE BLONDE, he allowed this filly to shift ground outwards at about the fifty metre mark when insufficiently clear of QUEEN OF EGYPT resulting in Jockey Taggart having to check his mount for several strides. Jockey Alesci was subsequently suspended from riding in races effective from midnight today, Sunday 25 January 2004 and to expire at midnight Sunday, 1 February 2004 (the equivalent of two race meetings in Tasmania). Jockey Alesci was advised of his right of appeal.
CAITLIN’S BEST (W Davis) and PINTERRY RUBI (D Keating A) were both slow into stride.
GENUINE BLONDE (F Alesci) was slow to begin.
TOM’S TOP (B McCoull) over-raced in the middle stages of the event.
Rounding the home turn QUEEN OF EGYPT (D Taggart) switched to the outside of CAITLIN’S BEST (W Davis) to improve and in doing so carried INVERMAY GIRL (L Goodrick) out on to REVECHE (P Mertens) resulting in these two horses making contact. As a result of this incident, GALVANIZED (D Pires) who was following to the outside and behind these horses, was also slightly inconvenienced. Jockey Taggart was shown the video of the incident and advised to take far greater care when electing for a run in future.
Approaching the 200 metre mark, CAITLIN’S BEST (W Davis) switched to the outside of runners in front to improve and at the same time INVERMAY GIRL (L Goodrick) shifted ground inwards under pressure. As a result INVERMAY GIRL had to be checked off the heels of CAITLIN’S BEST shortly thereafter.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race GENUINE BLONDE (Trainer Gary White).
RACE 5 – INGHAM JOCKEY CLUB CUP – 2200 METRES – 13 RUNNERS
The announcement of correct weight was delayed due to KIMBERLEY QUEST (J Borrett) having to undergo a veterinary inspection before returning to the mounting yard after participating in this event. Stewards accompanied Jockey Borrett to the Scales area where she was weighed in at the correct weight. A post-race veterinary inspection of KIMBERLEY QUEST revealed the gelding to be lame in its off foreleg. Trainer John Blacker was advised that he must tender a veterinary certificate of soundness before KIMBERLEY QUEST’S next official trial or race start.
RAHIRI (D Pires) was slow into stride.
KIMBERLEY QUEST (J Borrett) and JONES (S Gates) were inclined to over-race in the early stages.
At about the 800 metre mark, KIMBERLEY QUEST (J Borrett) when awkwardly placed on the heels of CONVERSATIONS (W Davis), had to be steadied and shifted to the outside of these horses.
MATSONATION (T Atkin), which led, tired noticeably over the concluding stages.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race KIMBERLEY QUEST (Trainer John Blacker).
RACE 6 – TATTERSALLS STAKES – NO CLAIMS – WFA – LISTED 1200 METRES - 10 RUNNERS
RILEY REDWING (P Mertens) jumped in at the start and contacted with LITTLE PORKIES (NZ) (F Alesci), who reared as the gates were released and as a consequence LITTLE PORKIES (NZ) lost several lengths at the start.
Approaching the 800 metre mark FINE OMENS (B McCoull) shifted in and crowded FANTA’S REVENGE (S Snell). As a result LITTLE PORKIES (NZ) (F Alesci) was awkwardly placed on the heels of FANTA’S REVENGE (S Snell), shifted out and contacted with RILEY REDWING (P Mertens).
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race DRAGILA (Trainer Ian Hay).
RACE 7 – MOORILLA HOBART GUINEAS 3-Y-O PLATE – LISTED NO CLAIMS - SET WEIGHTS - 2100 METRES - 9 RUNNERS
CLASS EDITION (S Gates) over-raced in the early and middle stages of the event.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event ALMOST NEVER (Trainer Leon Macdonald).
RACE 8 – AUSTRALIA DAY CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1200 METRES - 11 RUNNERS
MIDORI DANCER (J Borrett), CHERRY WILD (C Kingston), I’M A RACER (L Goodrick) and BACHI (F Alesci) were all slow to begin.
PARISH RHYME (D Pires) ducked inwards abruptly away from the whip and carried BACHI (F Alesci) inwards over the heels of CHERRY WILD (C Kingston). As a result of the inward movement of PARISH RHYME, it made contact with CHERRY WILD who had shifted outwards slightly to improve.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race FLOPPY BUMBLE (Trainer David Brunson).
GENERAL
The following riders taking part in today’s events were selected for the taking of a sample by means of a breath analysis. All samples returned negative.
Jockey Peter Mertens
Jockey Corey Kingston
Jockey Wayne Davis
Jockey Phil Michaelides
Jockey Simon Snell
Jockey Fabian Alesci
Jockey David Taggart
Jockey David Pires
Additional Report from TTC – 18/1/2004
Race 4 – S B Freeland Kindergarten 2-Y-O Handicap – 1100 metres – 6 runners
Stewards wish to advise of a correction to the following report:
CIVIC ART (T Atkin) jumped outwards onto HIGHWAY LAD (B McCoull) who shifted ground away from that colt.
CIVIC ART (D Pires) was inclined to lay out rounding the home turn.
At approximately the 150 metre mark PENTIME (D Pires) when shifting across the heels of HIGHWAY LAD (B McCoull) shifted ground outwards abruptly and as a result CIVIC ART (D Pires) was slightly inconvenienced.
The report should read: CIVIC ART (T Atkin) and not CIVIC ART (D Pires).
CIVIC ART (T Atkin) jumped outwards onto HIGHWAY LAD (B McCoull) who shifted ground away from that colt.
CIVIC ART (T Atkin) was inclined to lay out rounding the home turn.
At approximately the 150 metre mark PENTIME (D Pires) when shifting across the heels of HIGHWAY LAD (B McCoull) shifted ground outwards abruptly and as a result CIVIC ART (T Atkin) was slightly inconvenienced.
JOHAN PETZER
CHAIRMAN OF STEWARDS
Saturday Fever at Peak for Hobart Cup
- Tuesday, 27 January 2004 00:00
McEvoy prepared Jeune’s Mark to win last year’s $200,000 race and he believes Saturday Fever has what it takes to win his first Group race at Elwick on February 9.
“I couldn't be happier with Saturday Fever after his win at Flemington and it is all systems go for Hobart,” McEvoy said.
“We targeted this race for the horse about six months ago and he has done everything expected of him this preparation.
“He won’t have another run between now and the AAMI Hobart Cup and he will go on to Launceston (Cup) if he pulls up well after the Hobart race,” he said.
Saturday Fever has had five starts this preparation, of which three were in Victoria and all unplaced before McEvoy whisked him back to SA just before Christmas for a race at Cheltenham (1800m), which he won convincingly.
The five-year-old gelding by Groom Dancer from Not On Friday then went to Flemington where he won narrowly but convincingly over 2000 metres on January 16.
“I thought his Flemington win was excellent and his trackwork since has been outstanding, so he will go into the AAMI Hobart Cup at his absolute peak,” McEvoy said.
Apprentice Joel Hallam rode Saturday Fever at Flemington, but McEvoy confirmed his senior stable rider Aaron Spiteri would partner the horse in the AAMI Hobart Cup.
Saturday Fever was third in last year’s AAMI Launceston Cup (2400m.) with local rider Stephen Maskiell aboard and McEvoy was considering him (Maskiell) for the AAMI Hobart Cup ride.
“I was very pleased with Stephen’s (Maskiell) ride on this horse in Launceston last year but Aaron (Spiteri) was keen to ride the horse,” the trainer said.
Last year McEvoy opted to send Jeune’s Mark to Tasmania by sea and the gelding spent a week acclimatising in Hobart, but Saturday Fever will be sent to the Apple Isle by air.
“I don’t have the same number of staff available to send Saturday Fever by sea, so he’ll get there (Hobart) by plane and he will return to Melbourne after the race and then go back to Tassie by plane with stablemate Nikalapko for the AAMI Launceston Cup (on February 25),” McEvoy said.
Of the 27 first acceptors for the AAMI Hobart Cup, 11 are from interstate and includes last-start Caulfield winner Zacielo, the Graeme Rogerson-trained Triptonian and last year’s Tasmanian Derby placegetter Irish Noble from the Clarry Conners stable.
Star local galloper Kimberley Quest was a first acceptor for the AAMI Hobart Cup but his season and possibly his racing career came to an end in Hobart last Sunday when he broke down after winning the Jockey Club Cup (2200m.) by six lengths.
Kimberley Quest fractured the canon bone in his offside front leg and will undergo an operation later this week.
The gelding’s trainer John Blacker was devastated. “It never ceases to amaze me this racing caper. One second I’m on top of the world watching my best horse demolish his rivals and the next second he’s broken down,” Blacker said.
“But at least we still have a horse and there is a chance that he could come back and still show everyone how good he is.
“I’ve spoken to (veterinary surgeon) Alistair McLean and he will return from New Zealand this week and operate on the horse in Launceston and then we will have to wait and see what happens,” Blacker said.
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Queensland 'Bushies' On Hobart Cup Track
- Monday, 19 January 2004 00:00
Osca Eric has been campaigning in Melbourne this past month and despite being beaten by another AAMI Hobart Cup hopeful, Zacielo, at Caulfield last Saturday, Osca Eric’s trainer Gary Farrell remains focused on the Tasmania assignment for his five-year-old.
Osca Eric was a certainty beaten at his previous outing at Caulfield when second to Si Senor in an open handicap over 2000m. This followed an eye-catching unplaced run in a 1400m welter at Flemington on New Year Day, which was his first start outside of Queensland in this preparation.
Farrell set his sights on the AAMI Tasmanian Carnival early last year.
“I contemplated entering Osca Eric for the major Tassie cups last year but I thought the competition might be a bit too rich, but when I saw Jeune’s Mark win the Hobart Cup I realised I’d probably made a blue because my horse beat it (Jeune’s Mark) home easily in a race in Melbourne before the Hobart Cup,” Farrell said.
“It was back in March that I thought seriously about taking Osca Eric to Tassie and that’s when I set about planning the trip,” he said.
Osca Eric won two races in Melbourne last season at his first venture south of Queensland and then went on to contest the
Group 1 Australian Cup
(2000m) in which he finished last of seven behind Northerly.
“I’m not afraid
of taking on the best about with this horse because you often only ever get
one chance at the top races and when a horse is racing at his peak you have
to make the most of any opportunity that comes your way,” Farrell said.
Osca Eric hasn’t won since he outgunned Arch Force and You Little Beaut at Caulfield in January last year but Farrell is quietly confident the stallion will return to the winner’s circle at Flemington on Saturday week.
“I’ll send him
around in a 2500m handicap at Flemington in a fortnight and that will be his
final lead-up to the Hobart Cup, which will hopefully give him winning form
going into the Tassie race,” he said.
Farrell, 49, has been training in Townsville for more than two decades and regards himself as a “laid back bloke” with a passion for racing.
“I’m just a bushie and the horse is the same,” he said. “All we need is a paddock with a shed on it to be comfortable. We don’t need anything fancy.
“This horse seems to like the anti-clockwise way of going and that’s the main reason we are down this neck of the woods.
“I’ll take him to Tassie on the boat (Sprit Of Tasmania) after the Flemington run and I just hope we can find suitable stabling and accommodation because this horse can’t be cooped-up in a box seven days a week.”
Osca Eric has earned more than $150,000 in prizemoney from his 45 starts, comprising eight wins, 11 seconds and seven thirds.
While Farrell remains focused on the AAMI Hobart and AAMI Launceston Cups, so too is AAMI Hobart Cup-winning trainer Tony McEvoy, who had success with Jeune’s Mark in last year’s $200,000 Group 3 event.
McEvoy confirmed recent Flemington winner Saturday Fever will be his sole runner in the AAMI Hobart Cup (2400m) on February 9, following the gelding’s impressive win at Flemington in the Think Big Handicap (2000m) last Friday.
Saturday Fever ran third behind St. Andrews in the AAMI Launceston Cup (2400m) last year with local jockey Stephen Maskiell aboard.
Zacielo’s trainer Peter Moody said the lightly raced four-year-old would be his only AAMI Hobart Cup candidate but he would wait to see if the gelding received a penalty for his Caulfield win last Saturday before making any concrete plans to make the trip to Tasmania.
Zacielo was handicapped on the minimum of 51kg. in the AAMI Hobart Cup, but as the gelding defeated Osca Eric by three lengths and finished further ahead of other AAMI Hobart Cup entries, Tully Thunder (third) and Southern Crown (fourth), Tasmanian handicapper Bernie McKay could see the performance as worthy of a weight penalty.
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Hobart Cup Trivia and Facts
- Tuesday, 27 January 2004 00:00
Tasmanian jockey Stephen Maskiell has the best modern-day record in the AAMI Hobart Cup with three successes. Maskiell had his first Cup win with Nakagima in 1989, followed by Russian Rogue in 1992 and rode St. Andrews to victory in 2002 in the race record time of 2:27.65.
Fellow Tasmanian rider Kevin Dodge has won the race twice, scoring back-to-back successes in 1994-95 with Southern States and Courtly Way, respectively.
TWO SHARE JOCKEYS’ RECORD OF FOUR
A victory for Tasmanian jockey Stephen Maskiell in this year’s AAMI Hobart Cup would place him in elite company. A win would provide Maskiell with four AAMI Hobart Cup victories and a shared record with Eddie Cox and Edwin Power.
Cox, who was Tasmania’s
leading rider for 17 consecutive seasons, won on
Stylish Lady (1938),
Seriki (1955 and 1956) and Welton (1961). Power’s victories were on Chaldean
(1889), Macquarie (1890), Hopetoun (1892) and Amadeus (1894).
Maskiell won on Nakagima (1989), Russian Rogue (1992) and St. Andrews (2002).
Local rider Beverley Buckingham was well on her way to equalling the record until an accident in 1998, ended her career. She was the first female rider of an AAMI Hobart Cup winner aboard Dark Intruder in 1986 and followed with victories on Jam City (1996) and L’Espion (1998). Beverley currently trains at Benalla (Vic.) and had her first winner, Give Us A Buzz, at Wangaratta on January 18, 2004.
TRAINERS TARGET THIRD TROPHY
Tasmanian trainers George Blacker, Charlie Goggin and Gary White are chasing their third AAMI Hobart Cup trophy this year. Goggin won with Russian Rogue (1992) and Brorama Star (2001), White with L’Espion (1998) and Lord Baracus (2000) and Blacker with Courtly Way (1995) and St. Andrews (2002).
Trainers with a chance of adding to their one previous success include Tony McEvoy (Jeune’s Mark, 2003), Ken Keys (Jam City, 1996) and Lee Freedman (Brisque, 1988). The odds are against McEvoy as the last back-to-back wins were by trainer Helen Patterson in 1984-85.
Dick Abbott and Bill Clare jointly hold the AAMI Hobart Cup training record with six winners apiece.
THIRD TIME LUCKY?
Former New Zealand trainer Michael Moroney, who prepared Melbourne Cup winner Brew in 2000, is hoping for a change of luck in this year’s AAMI Hobart Cup.
For the past two years Moroney has been in the runners-up stall following the second placings of Imax in 2002, a half-length behind St.Andrews and last year with The Mighty Lions, 2.5 lengths behind Jeune’s Mark.
The Flemington trainer has the six-year-old mare Lithgow Flash nominated for this year’s race.
TRAINER AND BREEDER’S RACE QUINELLA
Elwick-based trainer Gary White had the thrill of preparing both first and second placegetters on his home track in the 1998 AAMI Hobart Cup. White prepared the winner L’Espion and the second horse, Free Beer, a dual AAMI Launceston Cup winner. The one-two feat was also an achievement for prominent Tasmanian breeder Brian Higgins, who bred both horses at his Oaklington Thoroughbreds property at Tea Tree.
It was the first race quinella for a trainer since 1961 when Andy Robertson was successful with Welton and Dark Spot.
ST. ANDREWS’ RACE RECORD
Tasmanian iron horse St. Andrews set a new track record of 2min.27.65sec.when winning the AAMI Hobart Cup in 2002.
The record of 2min.28.3sec. was previously held by former AAMI Hobart Cup winners Future Shock (1999) and Lady Have A Heart (1991).
UNUSUAL DOUBLE
Former Elwick trainer Jock Dobie enjoyed AAMI Hobart Cup success as both a jockey and trainer.
Dobie rode the 1919 winner Prince Moeraki and trained four subsequent winners, the tough galloper Seriki (1955-56), Buzzie in 1957 and King’s Thane in 1959. No trainer since Dobie has completed the difficult assignment of preparing three consecutive AAMI Hobart Cup winners. The previously successful trainer was Cecil Crossin in 1947-48-49 with his respective winners Wingfire (Scobie Breasley), Evade (Frank King) and The Artist (Tommy Unkovich).
Media Release - AAMI Hobart Cup
Launceston (Tas)
- Sunday, 18 January 2004 00:00
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: 1200 METRES TO 750 METRES OUT 3 METRES. 750 METRES TO WINNING POST OUT 6 METRES, WINNING POST TO 1200 METRES OUT 3 METRES.
RACE |
HORSE |
RIDER |
REPLACED BY |
REASON |
9 |
CONFABULATOR |
|
D PARISH |
No rider declared |
RACE 1 – CASCADE DRAUGHT MAIDEN / CLASS 1 PLATE – 2100 METRES 14 RUNNERS
Correct weight for this event was delayed after Jockey K Bandy rider of third placegetter TAL QORMI wished to view the official photo finish. After viewing the photo finish Jockey Bandy was satisfied with the decision and correct weight was declared at 12.50 pm. The reason for the lengthy delay was due to technical difficulties experienced in relation to the photo finish and Jockey Bandy wishing to view a further print.
SITTING DUCK (G Millard) was slow into stride.
RUTHAIN (R Hanby) lost its near hind shoe in running.
Jockey S Maskiell (DURRENMATT) was found guilty of a charge under AR 137 (a) (careless riding) in that for some distance after the start he shifted ground inwards and as a result tightened MATSQUI BOY (E Chan (a)) who had to be eased and lost it’s position, and also tightened COOL INFLATION (C Kingston) which had to be eased for a number of strides. Jockey Maskiell was suspended from riding in races for a period to commence midnight 18/1/2004 and to expire midnight 26/1/2004. This period reflects the equivalent of two race meetings in Tasmania. Jockey Maskiell was advised of his right of appeal.
Apprentice T Wong (FYNDARN FINALE) was found guilty of a charge under AR 137 (a) (careless riding) in that between the 2000 – 1900 metre mark he crossed towards the inside rail when insufficiently clear of DURRENMATT (S Maskiell) causing that gelding to shift ground inwards and as a result BELIOCHA (J Borrett) was checked and clipped the heel of DURRENMATT (S Maskiell) and STARRED (T Atkin) was also checked, TAL QORMI (K Bandy) and COOL INFLATION (C Kingston) which were following were inconvenienced as a result. Apprentice Wong was suspended from riding in races for a period to commence midnight 18/1/2004 and to expire midnight 26/1/2004. This period reflects the equivalent of two race meetings in Tasmania. Apprentice Wong was advised of his right of appeal. In arriving at a decision Stewards took into account Apprentice Wong’s unblemished record in relation to similar matters.
Jockey K Bandy was found guilty of a charge under AR 137 (a) (careless riding) in that when rounding the home turn he elected to take a tight run to the inside of RAYMOND STREET (J Geard (a)) and as a result when shifting into this position severely crowded and checked CRAGGANMORE (B McCoull), FYNDARN FINALE (T Wong (a)) who was following was severely checked almost dislodging Apprentice Wong. Jockey Bandy was suspended from riding in races for a period to commence midnight 18/1/2004 and to expire midnight 01/2/2004. This period reflects the equivalent of three race meetings in Tasmania. Jockey Bandy was advised of his right of appeal.
Upon reaching the finish post RUTHAIN (R Hanby) shifted in and tightened TAL QORMI (K Bandy) and STARRED (T Atkin). Jockey Hanby was shown the video and advised that although she had reached the finish line she must ensure she rides in a manner that does not cause interference to her fellow riders.
A swab sample was taken from RUTHAIN (Trainer G McCulloch) winner of the race.
RACE 2 – EXAMINER FASHIONS ON THE FIELD MAIDEN PLATE (Division 1) – 1100 METRES 12 RUNNERS
Trainer M Trinder was fined $50 (AR140A) for presenting FANTASISTA in the mounting yard in the incorrect gear.
Jockey G Millard (NIKAY LEAH) was fined $25 (AR175 (k)) for presenting himself in the mounting yard in the incorrect colours.
FANTASISTA (D Parish) was slow to muster early speed.
KOSTA BOY (C Kingston) began awkwardly and was slow into stride thereafter.
CIVET (S Maskiell) laid out over the concluding stages.
Jockey McFerran (FLINDERS STREAKER) reported at scale that her mount wanted to lay in over the concluding stages.
A post race Veterinary examination of KOSTA BOY (Trainer T Roles) failed to reveal any abnormalities.
A post race Veterinary examination of SWEET ESCAPE (Trainer J Blacker) failed to reveal any abnormalities.
RACE 3 – LILS MAIDEN PLATE (Division 2) – 1100 METRES - 11 RUNNERS
Trainer G McCulloch was fined $27.50 for use of Club colours on CLAUSE TWO.
Trainer T Roles was fined $27.50 for use of Club colours on ENMAN.
Jockey R Hanby (CLAUSE TWO) was fined $50 (AR175 (k)) for presenting herself in the mounting yard in the incorrect colours.
JACS BANJO (B McCoull), RANOS BOY (E Chan (a)) and CLAUSE TWO (R Hanby) were all a fraction slow to begin.
WINDAWAY (D Pires) jumped out at the start and crowded JACS BANJO (B McCoull).
KINGSTON ECKO (T Atkin) overraced in the early stages.
RANOS BOY (E Chan (a)) raced ungenerously in the early stages.
Approaching the 900 metre mark WINDAWAY (D Pires) shifted in slightly, and as a result momentarily tightened GRASJAR (K Bandy).
Approaching the 900 metre mark ENMAN (C Kingston) was buffeted between SPRY (S Gates) who was inclined to overrace and SONATION (G Millard) which was racing on the rail. As a result ENMAN (C Kingston) was awkwardly placed on the heels of GRASJAR (K Bandy) for a number of strides thereafter.
At approximately the 100 metre mark CLAUSE TWO (R Hanby (a)) was tightened for room when attempting a tight run to the inside of GRASJAR (K Bandy) as a result CLAUSE TWO (R Hanby (a)) had to steady her mount for a number of strides.
Jockey B McCoull (JACS BANJO) advised Stewards that he was unable to ride his mount out over the concluding stages as he was suffering from cramp in the hip.
A post race Veterinary examination of ENMAN (Trainer T Roles) revealed it to be lame in the near fore leg after race 7. Trainer Roles was advised that a Veterinary Certificate will be required before this mare’s next official barrier trial or race start.
RACE 4 – S B FREELAND KINDERGARTEN TWO-YEARS-OLD HANDICAP – 1100 METRES – 6 RUNNERS
CIVIC ART (T Atkin) jumped outwards onto HIGHWAY LAD (B McCoull) who shifted ground away from that colt.
CIVIC ART (D Pires) was inclined to lay out rounding the home turn.
At approximately the 150 metre mark PENTIME (D Pires) when shifting across the heels of HIGHWAY LAD (B McCoull) shifted ground outwards abruptly and as a result CIVIC ART (D Pires) was slightly inconvenienced.
Stewards spoke to Jockey B McCoull in relation to the performance of HIGHWAY LAD, Jockey McCoull stated that the horse may have needed the run due to lack of race fitness.
RACE 5 – TTC LIFE MEMBERS CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1600 METRES – 14 RUNNERS
CALANTE LAD (D Pires), which was fractious in the barriers, was slow to begin.
MARI CHA (B McCoull) stumbled on jumping.
TANGLESPOOK (T Atkin) was slow to begin and tailed the field thereafter.
ACCESS POINT (S McFerran) was inclined to pull in the early stages.
At approximately the 500 metre mark CALANTE LAD (D Pires) shifted ground outwards abruptly forcing HAIL THE GANG (K Bandy) to race wider on the track.
SOMERVILLE STAR (D Hamer (a)) laid in over the concluding stages resulting in apprentice Hamer having to straighten his mount.
A post race Veterinary examination of OUTRIGGER (Trainer H Patterson) revealed this mare pulled up lame in the near fore leg. Trainer Patterson was advised that a Veterinary Certificate will be required before this mare’s next official barrier trial or race start.
A swab sample was taken from SOMERVILLE STAR (Trainer B Campbell) winner of the race.
Stewards ordered a post race Veterinary examination of TANGLESPOOK (Trainer P Geeves) as it tailed the field for the entire event. A Veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormalities.
RACE 6 – THE MALUA CLUB STAKES – 1600 METRES - 14 RUNNERS
RAHIRI (D Pires) missed the start losing 4 – 5 lengths.
DERE TO QUIT (T Wong (a)) was held up for a clear run for some distance rounding the home turn behind the tiring BUNDALUGUAH (J Geard (a)), before switching to the outside of this geldings heels to obtain a clear run.
When approaching the home turn ALMOST SPRING (L Goodrick) was held up behind the tiring CAUSE TO GOSSIP (S McFerran) before switching to the outside to obtain a clear run.
Upon entering the home straight LUNCHTIME LEGEND (K Bandy) shifted ground outwards and in doing so placed ST. ANDREWS (S Maskiell) awkwardly on that gelding’s heels for a number of strides.
When questioned about the apparent disappointing performance of SAFIN (C Kingston) in today’s event, Jockey Kingston stated that the horse showed no early pace today and coming into the straight appeared to be flat and failed to respond. A post race Veterinary examination failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.
Stewards ordered a post race Veterinary examination of DREAM QUEST (Trainer B Campbell) revealed a small laceration to this gelding’s gum.
RACE 7 – AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER CLASS 2 HANDICAP – 1400 METRES 14 RUNNERS
CANWAL (W Stacey (a)), KARIBA SKY (K Bandy) and SHINING OCHRE (T Atkin) were all slow to begin.
BEAR’S SCENE (C Kingston) pulled hard in the early stages of the event.
At approximately the 1250 metre mark QUEST FOR ILLUSION (S Hamer (a)) when been ridden forward appeared to shift ground outwards and clip the heels of PERSONAL PEAK (S Maskiell), which was looking to go to a forward position. Apprentice Hamer was advised by Stewards that he must take far greater care in future when riding forward.
In the home straight ALI’S MOON (S Snell) was disappointed for a run to the inside of QUEST FOR ILLUSION (S Hamer (a)) when this mare shifted ground inwards when being struck by the whip. It was noted Apprentice Hamer stopped riding immediately, however when attempting to gather his reins became tangled therefore allowed the mare to shift more ground inwards. Thereafter ALI’ MOON (S Snell) eased and attempted to gain a run to the outside of QUEST FOR ILLUSION (S Hamer (a)) who shifted ground outwards under hands and heels riding and as a result ALI’S MOON (S Snell) was again checked and switched to the inside to obtain a clear run. In the circumstances Stewards informed Apprentice Hamer that he is to ensure at all times that his mounts maintain a straight line in the run to the finish.
A swab sample was taken from PERSONAL PEAK (Trainer C Goggin) winner of the race.
A post race Veterinary examination of QUEST FOR ILLUSION (Trainer B Campbell) revealed a small laceration to the inside of this mare’s near fore leg.
RACE 8 – EXAMINER CHILDREN’S FASHIONS ON THE FIELD CLASS 6 HANDICAP – 1200 METRES 13 RUNNERS
STORM YACHT (S Snell) underwent a Veterinary examination during the week owing to this gelding striking its head during the previous week. A subsequent scoping revealed the bleeding was not from the lungs and was passed fit to take its place in today’s field. A post race Veterinary examination of STORM YACHT (S Snell) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.
INTERFET (T Wong (a)) was slow to muster early speed.
MOUVOIR (S Gates) and STORM YACHT (S Snell) were slow to begin.
Approaching the crossing at the 800 metre mark MYRAYOV (S Maskiell) was inclined to overrace and WHAT’S THE GOSS (L Goodrick) appeared to be tightened momentarily and as a result lost its running position. Jockey Goodrick who had left the track will be shown the video of this incident at the first opportunity.
Approaching the home turn BEGGAR (C Kingston) shifted in slightly and momentarily crowded WHAT’S THE GOSS (L Goodrick) who appeared to lay out at the same time and as result was checked by its rider.
In the home straight MYRAYOV (S Maskiell) shifted out abruptly over the concluding 150 metres.
RACE 9 – AN AFFAIR IN FEBRUARY CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 2100 METRES 14 RUNNERS
Correct weight was delayed when a protest was lodged by Jockey G Millard (NUVOLARI – 3rd placegetter) against the 1st placegetter SINODAL (D Pires) alleging interference rounding the home turn and against the 2nd placegetter ISLAND QUEST (K Bandy) alleging interference over the concluding stages. After hearing the evidence and viewing the official patrol films the protest was dismissed and correct weight was announced on the Judge’s placings. It was established that in the run to the finish NUVOLARI (G Millard) was briefly tightened when SINODAL (D Pires) shifted ground inwards under pressure and ISLAND QUEST (K Bandy) shifted ground outwards.
MISS TIFFANY (J Geard (a)) was slow to begin.
SPRINGFIELD MAN (T Atkin), NUVOLARI (G Millard) and CONFABULATOR (D Parish) pulled hard in the early and middle stages of the event.
At approximately the 1600 metres mark PYENGANA (S Gates) who was inclined to over race had to be restrained off the heels of SINODAL (D Pires).
GENERAL
Jockey R Hanby was spoken to in relation to the contemptuous manner in which she spoke to Stewards in the proximity of the weighing enclosure.
Devonport (Tas)
- Monday, 26 January 2004 00:00
TRACK: GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: TRUE POSITION ENTIRE CIRCUIT-
*Track upgraded to Fast at 11.55 a.m.
Race |
Horse |
Rider |
Replaced By |
Reason |
1 |
ANNMAIN |
Phil Michaelides |
Greg Millard |
* See explanation below |
5 |
TAL QORMI |
Leah Goodrick |
Craig Robertson |
** See explanation below |
7 |
MILLENIUM MELLAY |
Christie Burtt |
|
*** See explanation below |
* Stewards accepted the reasons forwarded by jockey Michaelides on Sunday 25 January 2004 in relation to him being unable to ride this horse at the allotted weight.
** Stewards acceded to a request by trainer Michael Trinder to replace jockey Goodrick with jockey Robertson.
*** Stewards accepted the reason forwarded by trainer Catherine Jordan in relation to her failure to declare a rider by the allotted time.
RACE 1 – FASHION STAKES DAY ON MARCH 7 MAIDEN PLATE (1) – 1175 METRES – 10 RUNNERS
TAINUI FLYER underwent a veterinary examination prior to the event, no lameness was detected and the mare was passed fit to take her place in the field.
DIAMOND TOKAY (David Pires) stood flat-footed at the start losing 3-4 lengths, raced greenly on a number of occasions and raced wide rounding the home turn and in the home straight.
WOEWODIN (Shane Gates) and CLAUSE TWO (Brendon McCoull) were both inclined to over-race in the early stages.
At approximately the 600 metre mark TAINUI FLYER (Leah Goodrick) and TAMDONI (Jodi Borrett) brushed.
At approximately the 550 metre mark CLAUSE TWO (Brendon McCoull) shifted outwards to obtain a clear run and in doing so brushed with WOEWODIN (Shane Gates) causing that gelding to race a little wider on the track.
OUTLAW LASSIE (Craig Robertson) was inclined to lay in under pressure in the home straight.
TAINUI FLYER and ANNMAIN both returned to scale with blood in their mouth, which was of nil significance.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event, TAMDONI (trainer John Blacker).
RACE 2 –ST ALLEGUS BRACELET ON MARCH 7 MAIDEN PLATE (2) – 1175 METRES – 12 RUNNERS
ATWESTCO (Corey Kingston) was slow to muster early speed.
At approximately the 800 metre mark ANDRIAS (Brendon McCoull) shifted out off the heels of LA BASSE (David Keating (a)) due to the pace slowing in front and as a result carried MARTINA ANNE (Simon Snell) out onto RUBINEA (Leah Goodrick) who in turn shifted out onto LILO (Troy Atkin) causing that mare to race wider. As a result MOXOON (Greg Millard), which was following, had to be steadied by its rider and raced ungenerously for a short distance thereafter.
At approximately the 600 metre mark LA BASSE (David Keating (a)) had to be restrained off the heels of ACHILLIA (Jo Geard (a)). Shortly thereafter MARTINA ANNE (Simon Snell), which was inclined to over-race, clipped the heels of LYMINGTON (Jodi Borrett) and blundered.
Approaching the 400 metre mark FANTASISTA (Dianne Parish) was tightened and had to be eased by its rider when LILO (Troy Atkin) shifted ground inwards marginally when placed under pressure.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event, ANDRIAS (trainer Darrell Baldock)
RACE 3 – T V GREEN MAGNETICS CLASS 1 HANDICAP (1) – 1380 METRES – 9 RUNNERS
WORTH A MENTION (David Pires) blundered at the start.
OLD EUGOWRA (Jo Geard (a)) was inclined to duck in on a number of occasions in the home straight when under the whip, resulting in apprentice Geard having to stop riding and straighten her mount several times.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event BAZZA GOLD (trainer G E Blacker)
At the request of trainer Vern Poke, WORTH A MENTION was examined 1 ½ hours after the event. The mare showed poor recovery.
RACE 4 – G A (JOE) MASON MEMORIAL CLASS 1 HANDICAP (2) – 1380 METRES – 8 RUNNERS
The weights of all runners in this race were raised by 1 kg as required under the Rules of Racing to obtain a minimum top weight of 56 ½ kg at time of acceptance. The change was effected at acceptance time but due to a clerical error was not reflected as such in the race book details.
TAN QUEST (Brendon McCoull) underwent a veterinary examination after being kicked behind the barriers prior to the start and was passed fit to take its place in the field. A public announcement was made to this effect.
At the start DON SERENE (David Pires) threw its head in the air and was slow away as a consequence. Jockey Pires reported, on return to scale, that his mount struck him in the face at the start.
At the start TAN QUEST (Brendon McCoull) jumped outwards and inconvenienced LIGHT RANK (Shane Gates) as a result.
SPINIFEX FAIRY (Troy Atkin) was a fraction slow to begin.
TAN QUEST (Brendon McCoull) was inclined to over-race in the early stages and made the turn at the 1150 metre mark awkwardly, resulting in CHAPELLERIE (Leah Goodrick) and MISTY WEATHER (Dianne Parish), which were racing to the outside, being carried wider on the track.
MISS BARYSH (Greg Millard) raced greenly throughout.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event MISS BARYSH (trainer Winston Pilgrim).
RACE 5 – INCITEC PIVOT MAIDEN/ CLASS 1 PLATE - 1800 METRES – 14 RUNNERS
There was a slight delay to the start of this race when CALANTE LAD (David Keating (a)) proved fractious and reared when being loaded into its barrier stall. The gelding was removed and checked by the veterinary surgeon who passed CALANTE LAD fit to take its place in the field. Stewards placed a warning on this gelding’s barrier manners and advised trainer Terry Roles accordingly.
THE SCOUSE DEVIL (P Michaelides) and CRYSTAL QUI (Simon Snell) jumped awkwardly at the start and as a result HORS CONCOURS (Brendon McCoull) and TAL QORMI (Craig Robertson) became crowded for room between them.
SHE’S WICKED (Jodi Borrett) jumped outwards at the start and contacted with RUN FOR MITCH (Corey Kingston).
SITTING DUCK (Greg Millard) was slow away.
SOMERVILLE STAR (Shaun Hamer (a)) over-raced in the early stages.
CRYSTAL QUI (Simon Snell) laid in throughout in the straight.
At about the 400 metre mark THE SCOUSE DEVIL (P Michaelides), who was laying in at the time, shifted ground inwards slightly, resulting in RAMASQUE (Ruth Bradley) becoming crowded for galloping room and having to be checked by its rider.
Jockey David Pires was dislodged from WINDIAN after the winner post. The filly was captured by the Clerk of the Course and returned to the mounting yard. Jockey Pires was accompanied to the scales area by a steward where he was re-united with his saddle and weighed in at the correct weight. A veterinary examination of WINDIAN on return to the mounting yard revealed several small abrasions to off side lateral mid cannon, which were of nil significance.
RACE 6 – R J AYLETT MEMORIAL CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1800 METRES – 6 RUNNERS
Correct weight was delayed when jockey Brendon McCoull, the rider of the second place getter SQUIRE MOOR wished to view the patrol film with a view to lodging a protest. After doing so jockey McCoull formally lodged a protest. After hearing relevant evidence from connections concerned, viewing the official patrol films and acting on their own observations, stewards dismissed the protest. It was established that rounding the home turn SQUIRE MOOR attempted a very tight run between LORRELEE (Jodi Borrett) and SHOEYOCHA (David Pires). However, the gelding was not fully established into the run. SHOEYOCHA then proceeded to shift out marginally and as a result SQUIRE MOOR switched back in an over the heels of that mare in an attempt to gain a clear run. SHOEYOCHA then commenced to lay in under pressure and as a result carried SQUIRE MOOR inwards, who in turn hampered SIR RODGER (Shane Gates) and JACARANDA PARK (Simon Snell), which were racing to the inside of this gelding.
SHOEYOCHA (David Pires) jumped in at the start at the same time SIR RODGER (Shane Gates) jumped outwards. As a result SQUIRE MOOR (Brendon McCoull) and JACARANDA PARK (Simon Snell) were crowded for a short distance.
Rounding the home turn SIR RODGER (Shane Gates) was held up behind a tiring JACARANDA PARK (Simon Snell) and clipped the gelding’s heels.
SQUIRE MOOR returned to scale with minor abrasions to the near hind lateral cannon and heel, off side hock lateral aspect. No lameness was evident.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the event SHOEYOCHA (trainer Terry Roles).
RACE 7 – THE SUNDAY EXAMINER SHEFFIELD CUP – 2370 METRES – 11 RUNNERS
The start of this race was delayed approximately two minutes when MISS TIFFANY (Dianne Parish) lost a plate at the start, which had to be re-fitted by the course farrier.
ISLAND QUEST (Corey Kingston) was slow into stride.
Approaching the home turn DERE TO QUIT (Simon Snell), when placed under pressure, laid in and as a result SINODAL (David Pires), which was attempting a run to the inside of that gelding, was tightened for room and had to be steadied for a number of strides.
SINODAL (David Pires) laid in in the home straight and jockey Pires had to stop riding and straighten his mount on several occasions.
Jockey Brendon McCoull, the rider of DREAM QUEST, pleaded guilty to a charge under A.R.137(c), in that he made a celebratory gesture prior to the winning post. He was fined the sum of $100.
RACE 8 –A J & MRS N SKIRVING MEMORIAL CLASS 2 HANDICAP –1600 METRES – 8 RUNNERS
CANWAL (Corey Kingston) was slow to begin.
LADY RUNYON (Sandra McFerran) over-raced in the early and middle stages.
DESAILLY FLAT (David Keating (a)) tired noticeably over the concluding stages. A post race veterinary examination revealed the gelding to be lame in the off foreleg, as well as pulling up in a distressed manner with an elevated heart rate. A further examination of this horse revealed an irregular heart rate suggestive of cardiac arrythmia. Trainer Terry Roles was advised that, prior to this gelding’s next race start, he must tender the results of an ECG report. In addition, this horse would be required to trial satisfactorily and requires post trial oscultation. Apprentice Keating was shown the video of the home straight and spoken to in regard to his use of the whip. He was advised, in the strongest terms, to refrain from using the whip when his horses are out of contention and showing no response to the whip. He was also advised that if the uses his whip in a similar manner in future action will be taken against him.
BEELZA (NZ) returned to scale with blood in its mouth which was of nil significance.
RACE 9 – ATKINSON GIBSON CLASS 6 HANDICAP – 1175 METRES – 13 RUNNERS
A veterinary examination of BLETCHINA prior to the event revealed blood in its mouth. The mare was passed fit to take her place in the field.
TOLDO (NZ) (Corey Kingston) was slow to begin, losing several lengths.
LUMINOUS PRINCE (Jo Geard (a)) over-raced in the early stages and threw its head up in the air and shifted ground outwards at about the 600 metre mark.
TOLDO (NZ) (Corey Kingston) was held up for a clear run for a short distance behind SCENTIAN BELLE (David Pires) and LIGHT SQUALL (Jodi Borrett) at about the 100 metre mark.
GENERAL
Trainer John Luttrell advised stewards that Mr Rod Seymour will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for SITTING DUCK and RAMASQUE at today’s race meeting.
Trainer Royston Carr advised stewards that Mr Rod Seymour will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his runners at today’s race meeting.
JOHAN PETZER
CHAIRMAN OF STEWARDS
King Island (Tas)
- Saturday, 17 January 2004 00:00
TRACK: GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RACE 1 – KING ISLAND PORTS CORPORATION MAIDEN HANDICAP– 1400 METRES
LOUDY’S GOLD (C Rogers (a)) was slow to begin.
MISS PERU (M Ball (a)) pulled hard racing toward the 1200m and as a result shifted wider on the track.
When questioned on the riding of LOUDY’S GOLD around the home turn C.Rogers (a) stated that at this point her mount failed to muster speed despite her riding and lost several lengths.
RACE 2 –PATRICK TASMANIA CLASS B HANDICAP – 1400 METRES
BEARDSWORTH (P Sarlo) was cleared to race by the veterinary surgeon after pulling up lame at its last start.
CLANCY’S CROSSING (R McLeish) raced fiercely in the early stages of the race and had to be checked off the heels of PINCHS CHOICE (T Atkin).
SOUTH ROAD (C Rogers (a)) shifted ground outward under pressure in the home straight.
RACE 3 – DOWLING MCCARTHY TYRES CLASS A HANDICAP – 1600 METRES
SIR GRAEME (C Rogers (a)), which was slow to begin, began to race fiercely and had to be eased off heels racing near the 1300m.
The rider of ROBARCH, Paul Sarlo was found guilty of a charge of careless riding, in that near the 1200m he allowed his mount to shift in when insufficiently clear of CHANGE THE JACK (Naomi Fisher (a)), resulting in the rider having to check her mount and lose ground. Jockey Sarlo was issued with a $300.00 fine wholly suspended on the condition that he commits no offence of this nature for the remainder of the racing season.
RACE 4 – PATRICK SHIPPING SPRINT CUP– 1000 METRES
MCKENNY (C Rogers (a)) was disappointed for a run nearing the home turn.
RACE 5 – WILLIAM ADAMS/ERN CHITTS BRACELET TROPHY HANDICAP – 2200METRES
SUNSTAR (Troy Atkin) and BRUSHMAN (Christopher Barnett) bumped at the start.
King Island (Tas)
- Sunday, 25 January 2004 00:00
TRACK: GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: TRUE
· As Apprentice Cheryl Rogers was unable to ride at today’s meeting Apprentice Colin Marshall was given permission to be the substitute rider for all her mounts.
RACE 1 – AUSTRALIAN FEED COMPANY MAIDEN HANDICAP– 1600 METRES
LOUDY’S GOLD (P Sarlo) was slow to begin.
RACE 2 –HARWICKE STUD CLASS A HANDICAP– 1200 METRES
CLANCY’S CROSSING (M Ansley (a)) raced fiercely in the early stages and was inclined to shift out under pressure in the home straight.
MCKENNEY (C Marshall (a)) shifted ground outward under pressure in the home straight.
RACE 3 – PRESTIGE HORSE TRANSPORT CLASS B HANDICAP– 1200 METRES
PRINCESS LUCIA (M Ball (a)) was declared fit to run after being a scratching for veterinary reasons on the 10/01/04.
PARRAWEE (M Ansley (a)) was slow to begin.
GO GAZER (P Sarlo) was momentarily tightened for room entering the home straight between SOUTH ROAD (C Marshall (a)) and TRAVEL POINT (E Curran) both of these runners shifting ground.
RACE 4 – TRAVELPOINT CLASS B HANDICAP– 1600 METRES
BEARDSWORTH (P Sarlo) stood flat footed at the start and was very slow to begin.
CHANGE THE JACK (M Ansley (a)) was slow to begin.
Correct weight was delayed when the riders of BEARDSWORTH (P Sarlo) and CHANGE THE JACK (M Ansley (a)) both requested to view the film with regard to making an application for being denied a fair start. Subsequently to viewing the film neither rider believed that there were any grounds to make such an application, therefore correct weight was given.
RACE 5 – TOTE TASMANIA TROPHY HANDICAP– 2600 METRES
POWER OF PETITE (P Sarlo) broke through the barrier gates and delayed the start.
Marc Ball (RECHARGED) reported that he accidentally dropped his whip at the 600m.
Colin Marshall (KING KOBBLER) reported that he accidentally dropped his whip at the home turn.
DOMINIC TYSON
CHAIRMAN OF STEWARDS
Hobart (Tas)
- Sunday, 11 January 2004 00:00
TRACK: GOOD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: RAIL OUT 5 METRES ENTIRE CIRCUIT
– COURSE PROPER
Race |
Horse |
Rider |
Replaced By |
Reason |
3 |
STEAMBOAT ROCK |
|
K Bandy |
*See Explanation Below |
9 |
HEDEMAN |
Emergency |
B McCoull |
Gained a Start |
* Stewards accepted the explanation from Trainer Mr Terence Evans (STEAMBOAT ROCK) in regard to his declaration of a rider.
RACE 1 - BOOK NOW FOR THE HOBART CUP VIP MARQUEE MAIDEN PLATE – 3-Y-O & UPWARDS – SET WEIGHTS 1400 METRES - DIVISION 1 - 12 RUNNERS
SAVILLE (L Goodrick) was slow away and lost one to two lengths at the start.
MR GLENFERRIE (C Kingston) was slow away.
Approaching the 700 metre mark, RADAR ROCKET (S Snell) who was awkwardly placed on the inside of the heels of GYPSY STRIDER (C Burt), shifted in slightly. At the same time CRAGGANMORE (J Borrett) shifted outwards slightly when MANTLE TALK (K Bandy) crossed towards the rail. As a result of these movements, DEMKE (R Maloney A) who had a tendency to over-race at the time, had to be checked by its rider and EDGED IN RED (R Bradley) who was following, also had to be checked by its rider. All riders were shown the video footage of the incident and advised to take far greater care in future.
Rounding the home turn, DEMKE (R Maloney A) shifted out to improve and momentarily inconvenienced GYPSY STRIDER (C Burt) who was giving ground at the time. As a result GYPSY STRIDER and RADAR ROCKET (S Snell) made contact.
Shortly after straightening PINTERRY RUBI (D Pires) switched to the outside of RADAR ROCKET (S Snell) to obtain clear running.
DEMKE (R Maloney A) laid in in the straight.
A post-race veterinary inspection of RADAR ROCKET (Trainer Jack Green) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race STARBIZ (Trainer Troy Blacker)
RACE 2 - DERBY DAY IS FAMILY DAY - MAIDEN PLATE 3-Y-O & UPWARDS – SET WEIGHTS 1400 METRES - DIVISION 2 - 11 RUNNERS
Apprentice Jockey Ryan Maloney was found guilty of a charge under AR 175 (k) in that he was negligent when weighing out with only one iron for his ride on MYSTICAL JEWEL (Trainer Charlie Goggin) in this event. Apprentice Maloney was fined $50 and advised of his right of appeal.
SPINDABELLE (D Pires) was slow away.
AROMA ROYALE (K Bandy) blundered at the start.
Rounding the home turn, SPINDABELLE (D Pires) when improving, carried RAMASQUE (C Kingston) wider on the track.
DOUGIE’S PRIDE (R Hanby) was held up for a clear run for a short distance rounding the home turn, just prior to straightening.
EXTENDER (S Snell) laid in throughout in the straight despite the efforts of its rider and brushed with MYSTICAL JEWEL (R Maloney A) shortly prior to the winning post. As a result of this incident, Apprentice Maloney was unable to use his whip in his normal manner.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race EXTENDER (Trainer Jack Green).
RACE 3 - MOTORS SAAB TRAINERS’ CHALLENGE 2-Y-O MAIDEN PLATE – SET WEIGHTS 1100 METRES - 8 RUNNERS
Prior to the start, the Club’s veterinary surgeon inspected and passed ARTRACH (Trainer Royston Carr) fit to take its place with the field after the colt lost its hind shoe and a small part of its hoof wall. Stewards granted permission for ARTRACH to race unshod behind in this event.
HOT SCEPTRE (D Pires) jumped inwards at the start and thereafter raced greenly throughout.
ARTRACH (S Gates) was slow away at the start.
LADETO (S Snell) jumped outwards at the start and carried FEARLESS ADMIRAL (S Maskiell) onto STEAMBOAT ROCK (K Bandy).
At about the 150 metre mark ERBULOBO (P Michaelides) switched to the outside of CONCURRENT (C Kingston) to obtain clear running when that colt laid in and shifted ground inwards under pressure.
LADETO (S Snell) had a tendency to lay in over the concluding stages.
A post-race veterinary inspection of HOT SCEPTRE (Trainer Ian Hay) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race PHARAOH’S DAUGHTER (Trainer Charlie Goggin).
RACE 4 - FEDERAL HOTELS & RESORTS RING OF DIAMONDS CLASS 1 HANDICAP – 4-Y-O & UPWARDS 1200 METRES -9 RUNNERS
Jockey B McCoull was fined $25 under AR-175(k) for presenting himself in the wrong colours for his ride on ZEQUEST (Trainer Charlie Goggin).
ZEQUEST (B McCoull) was slow into stride.
A post-race veterinary inspection of STELLA CAVALLO (Trainer Charlie Goggin) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race CHAPELLERIE (Trainer Chris Crook).
RACE 5 - BECOME A T.R.C. MEMBER HANDICAP 1200 METRES - 9 RUNNERS
Shortly after entering the home straight, LITTLE PORKIES (NZ) (E Chan A) shifted outwards and carried WEST QUEST BOY (J Borrett) a little wider on the track.
BARKER (S Snell) had a tendency to lay out in the home straight.
RACE 6 - BY CHANCE SYNDICATE - SUMMER CUP 2100 METRES - 12 RUNNERS
Random pre-race blood samples were taken from the following horses:
JONES (Trainer Charlie Goggin)
TWIN TUB (Trainer Chris Crook)
CORINDHAP (Trainer Max Wood)
CRESATATE (Trainer Allan Stubbs)
The start of this race was delayed approximately five minutes due to Race 1 at Berrigan running late and also as a result of TUZLA (D Pires) and CRESATATE (J Borrett) breaking through the front of their barrier gates. Both horses were restrained by their riders, proceeded to behind the barrier gates where they were inspected by the Club’s veterinary surgeon who passed them fit to race. It was further delayed when JONES (S Gates) reared in its barrier stall. JONES was removed and the saddle was removed from this horse as it was thought that the saddle may have sustained damage in the incident. After the saddle was inspected by barrier staff, the horse was withdrawn at 3.12 pm by order of Stewards as it was established that the saddle was in fact damaged. Prior to the announcement of correct weight, Stewards ordered all monies invested on JONES (8/1) prior to 3.12 pm to be refunded in full. All bets made prior to 3.12 pm to be paid less ten cents in the dollar on the face value of the win ticket and ten cents in the dollar on the value of the place ticket.
AERIAL PURSUIT (S Snell) was a little slow to begin.
TWIN TUB (S Maskiell) had a tendency to over-race in the early stages.
TWIN TUB (S Maskiell) elected for a tight run to the inside of MATSONATION (T Atkin) shortly after straightening, was unable to establish himself in the run and as a result was held up for a clear run from approximately the 150 metre mark to the finish.
AERIAL PURSUIT (S Snell) was held up for a clear run over the concluding stages of the event.
It was noted that TUZLA (D Pires) cast its near hind shoe in running.
A post-race swab sample was taken from the winner of the race CRESATATE (Trainer Allan Stubbs).
RACE 7 - SIR TRISTRAM TROPHY - 3-Y-O - NO CLAIMS 2100 METRES - 11 RUNNERS
Random pre-race blood samples were taken from the following horses:
BRAINPOWER (Trainer T Young)
WIKKI WAWA (Trainer Gary White)
CELTIC FLING (Trainer Bill Ryan)
CRYSTAL QUI (Trainer W McShane)
THE DEVIL’S TATOO (Trainer David Brunton)
The start of this race was delayed approximately eight minutes due to the delay experienced in the previous event and also due to a number of horses proving fractious whilst being loaded into their barrier stalls during which CELTIC FLING (D Pires) broke through the front of its barrier gate. CELTIC FLING was quickly restrained by its rider and was returned to behind the barrier stalls where it was re-loaded. Shortly thereafter, HARPIST (L Goodrick) lashed out badly in its barrier stall, then broke through the front and had to be caught by the Clerk of the Course. HARPIST was returned to behind the barrier gates, inspected by the Club’s veterinary surgeon and passed fit to take its place with the field.
WIKKI WAWA (C Kingston) jumped awkwardly and inwards at the start. At the same time, US INDIAN GIVERS (R Bradley) jumped awkwardly and outwards at the start. As a result, WIKKI WAWA (C Kingston) contacted with CELTIC FLING (D Pires) who was taken in onto SOVEREIGN CLAUSE (S Maskiell). Shortly thereafter US INDIAN GIVERS (R Bradley) continued to shift ground outwards resulting in SQUANDERMANIA (P Michaelides) losing its position. US INDIAN GIVERS then continued to shift ground outwards and contacted with CRYSTAL QUI (S Snell) who in turn made contact with SOVEREIGN CLAUSE (S Maskiell). As a result of these incidents, CRYSTAL QUI, SOVEREIGN CLAUSE and CELTIC FLING all became crowded for galloping room and SOVEREIGN CLAUSE and SQUANDERMANIA lost their running positions.
Thereafter US INDIAN GIVERS (R Bradley) threw its head up and raced fiercely in the early and middle stages of the event.
CELTIC FLING (D Pires) and THE DEVIL’S TATTOO (K Bandy) had a tendency to over-race in the early and middle stages.
Approaching the 1000 metre mark, US INDIAN GIVERS (R Bradley) threw its head up and raced ungenerously for a short distance then dropped back in the field. As a result, SOVEREIGN CLAUSE (S Maskiell) who was racing immediately behind this horse, clipped its heels and blundered. As a result CRYSTAL QUI (S Snell) who was following also had to be restrained by its rider.
CRYSTAL QUI (S Snell) had to switch to the inside of GORDON HIGHLANDER (G Millard) at about the 150 metre mark to obtain clear running.
When questioned regarding US INDIAN GIVERS’ racing manners, Jockey R Bradley stated that the horse raced wayward throughout the entire event and in her opinion, the horse may have resented the tongue control bit fitted to this horse for the first time today. Trainer Royston Carr, when questioned and after viewing the video of the race, conceded that the horse raced wayward and added that it is his intention to spell this horse for three to four months. Notwithstanding this fact, Stewards advised Mr Carr that US INDIAN GIVERS is to trial satisfactorily prior to being entered for its next race start.
A post-race veterinary inspection of US INDIAN GIVERS (Trainer Royston Carr) revealed a laceration above the right hock.
A post-race veterinary inspection of SOVERIGN CLAUSE (Trainer Leon Wells) revealed a small cut to the near fore cannon.
A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race WIKKI WAWA (Trainer Gary White).
RACE 8 - AAMI HOBART CUP ON 9th FEBRUARY 2004 3-Y-O CLASS 6 HANDICAP - 1400 METRES - 8 RUNNERS
The start of this race was delayed approximately one minute due to the delays experienced earlier.
Approaching the 600 metre mark, FINE OMENS (R Maloney A) shifted out slightly. At the same time, GALVANIZED (D Pires) who was racing a little ungenerously, got its head up and shifted in slightly, resulting in these two horses making contact. As a result FINE OMENS had to be restrained by its rider and lost its running position.
Jockey S Maskiell, the rider of GENUINE BLONDE, was issued with a reprimand (AR-137(a) careless riding) in that whilst rounding the home turn, he shifted in marginally and momentarily tightened FINE OMENS (R Maloney A) to his inside who had to be restrained and shifted out and lost its running position. In coming to this decision, Stewards took into account the degree of carelessness on Jockey Maskiell’s part.
A post-race veterinary inspection of FINE OMENS (Trainer Charlie Goggin) failed to reveal any abnormalities.
RACE 9 - CADBURY TASMANIAN DERBY DAY ON 7th FEBRUARY 2004 CLASS 4 HANDICAP – 1400 METRES - 14 RUNNERS
The start of this race was delayed slightly when LADONIS (D Parish) broke through the front of its barrier gate. LADONIS was quickly restrained by its rider and was returned to behind the barrier stalls where it was re-loaded.
MASTER SONAR (K Bandy) became crowded between DEVON’S BOY (C Kingston) and TSAR WARRIOR (R Maloney A) rounding the turn at approximately the 1200 metre mark and had to be restrained by its rider. An inquiry into this incident was adjourned to a date to be fixed.
MIDNIGHT ESCAPADE (S Maskiell) shifted in abruptly over the concluding stages and crowded SHIMOUSE (S Snell) to its inside for a number of strides. Jockey Maskiell put both hands on the reins and straighten immediately.
A post-race veterinary inspection of UNDERGROUND (Trainer Gary White) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.
A post-race veterinary inspection of MAN IN BLACK (Trainer Chris Crook) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.
A post-race veterinary inspection of LADONIS (Trainer Charlie Goggin) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.
GENERAL
Apprentice Ryan Maloney was placed in the care of Trainer C Goggin for today’s race meeting.
Trainer Mr Steven Davis advised Stewards that Trainer Mr Leon Wells will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his runner, BLACK LIGHT at today’s race meeting.
A random urine sample was taken from Jockey Greg Millard.
TRC – Sunday, 4 January 2003 – Race 7
Following the permission granted for HORS CONCOURS to race without blinkers, Stewards advised Trainer David Brunton that after checking their records in relation to a Stable Return to remove blinkers from HORS CONCOURS prior to this event, they were unable to confirm that a return had been lodged in this respect. In all the circumstances Trainer David Brunton was fined the sum of $50 under LR-42(e).