Hobart (Tas)

Sunday, 03 August 2003 00:00

TRACK: DEAD
WEATHER: FINE
RAIL: TRUE POSITION (INSIDE GRASS)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
6	TAJ LOTTO	S Gates	L Goodrick	Prior Engagement
6	VIDEO FLYER	S Gates	Emergency - Gained a Start

RACE 1 - BUDGET CARPET CHOICE CLASS 1 HANDICAP
1920 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

GO WAY OUT (S Snell) underwent a pre-race veterinary inspection when this gelding had blood in its mouth on arrival at the barriers. The gelding was subsequently passed fit to take its place in the field.

This event was delayed approximately two minutes due to Race 3 in Sale (Victoria) being delayed.

MATANE (K Sanderson) laid in in the straight.

LITTLE LUCILLE (E Chan A) raced wide throughout this event.

A post-race veterinary inspection of ASDIC revealed that this mare had bled from both nostrils. Trainer John Luttrell was advised of the provisions of AR-53A (4). ASDIC may not be trained, exercised or galloped on any racecourse for a period of two (2) months and it may not start in any race for a period of three (3) months effective 3/8/2003 and then only after a satisfactory gallop of at least 1000 metres in the presence of a Steward.

It was established after the running of this race that the section of the inside running rail, at the 1700 metre mark at the crossing, was not put in place prior to the running of this event. It was established after investigation that the person responsible was unable to do so due to mechanical problems. The matter was addressed by the Course Ranger who rectified the situation following the running of this race.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race MISS LEWINSKY (Trainer Rowena Migliorini).

RACE 2 - CARPET WORLD CARPET CHOICE MAIDEN PLATE
4-Y-O & UPWARDS - SET WEIGHTS - 1310 METRES - 10 RUNNERS

SCARBRO (S Snell) jumped out at the start and crowded MISS MATSQUI (C Burt) out onto VALDONI (J Borrett), BLUE LANI (D Pires) and BELLE OF IRELAND (K Sanderson).

Jockey S Snell, the rider of SCARBRO, was spoken to and shown the video of his riding in the straight. He was advised to refrain from using the whip on his horse when it is not showing any response and he is out of contention. He was also spoken to regarding using the whip forward of the shoulder.

A post-race veterinary inspection of SCARBRO (Trainer Charlie Goggin) revealed the horse to have signs of shin soreness. Trainer Goggin was advised that he must tender a veterinary certificate prior to SCARBRO’s next race start.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race STRATHMORE LUCK (Trainer R M Worbey).

RACE 3 - ADVANCE CARPET CHOICE MAIDEN PLATE
3-Y-O & UPWARDS - SET WEIGHTS - 1080 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

Approaching the 600 metre mark, SANNARELLE (S Snell) shifted in and carried QUICK AS A BLINK (D Pires) inwards resulting in this horse and BOURBON PRINCESS (T Atkin) becoming crowded for galloping room. As a result QUICK AS A BLINK had to be steadied by its rider for a number of strides which in turn resulted in BOURBON PRINCESS having to be checked by its rider and as a consequence lost his running position. Stewards reprimanded Jockey Snell under AR-137(a) (careless riding) in relation to this incident.

Apprentice Jockey Ruth Bradley (WIITIKO) was spoken to in regard to her use of the whip in the straight and advised to refrain from using the whip when her horses are showing no response and are out of contention.

Jockey S Snell, the rider of SANNARELLE, was charged with and found guilty of a contravention of AR-175(j) and AR-175(p). In relation to the first charge, the terms of the charge being that whilst leaving the Stewards Room after being spoken to in relation to the abovementioned report, Jockey Snell’s demeanor towards the Stewards was of an improper kind. In relation to the second charge, the terms of this charge being that when being called to attend this inquiry, Jockey Snell refused to comply with a direction given by a Steward for him to come appropriately dressed to the inquiry by wearing his silks. Jockey Snell was subsequently fined $200 for the breach under AR-175(j) and $100 for the breach under AR-175(p).

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race RUNALOT (Trainer Willie Burt – represented by Trainer C N Goggin).

RACE 4 - KINGS CARPET CHOICE SUPERVOBIS (TAS)
3-Y-O MAIDEN PLATE - SET WEIGHTS - 1205 METRES - 9 RUNNERS

Trainer C N Goggin was charged $27.50 for the use of the Club’s colours on COUNT RAYMOND.

Trainer C N Goggin was charged $27.50 for the use of the Club’s colours on REMEMBER NADIA.

NIGHT FIGHTER (K Bandy) was slow away at the start.

At approximately the 700 metre mark, ROLY KEN (D Pires) which was inclined to over-race, had to be restrained off the heels of EASY CHARLIE (S Gates).

After the event, Jockey S Gates (EASY CHARLIE) reported that his mount was inclined to lay in over the concluding stages.

A post-race veterinary inspection of LEX LOCI (Trainer Royston Carr) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

A post-race veterinary inspection of INVERMAY GIRL (Trainer Barry Campbell) revealed the filly to have blood in its mouth after biting its tongue during the running of the event.

RACE 5 - PREMIUM FLOATING FLOORS CLASS 1 HANDICAP
1550 METRES - 12 RUNNERS

Approaching the 1200 metre mark, LILAC SKY (S Gates) when racing in tight room to the inside of GREY INTRIGUE (S Maskiell), threw its head up when it appeared to brush with the inside running rail and was checked by its rider. As a result, CHARZARD (T Atkin) who was following, clipped the heels of this mare and stumbled. As a result of this incident PROVIDE FOR ALL (C Kingston) who was following was slightly inconvenienced.

It was reported after the event that MATSONATION (Trainer P E Jones) had cast a near fore shoe in running.

A post-race veterinary inspection of MILITIA (Trainer John Luttrell) revealed the gelding to have superficial abrasions on its near hind leg.

A post-race veterinary inspection of GREY INTRIGUE (Trainer Barry Campbell) failed to reveal any obvious abnormalities.

RACE 6 - GODFREY HIRST HANDICAP - 1205 METRES - 12 RUNNERS

Stewards granted permission for Jockey L Goodrick to ride TAJ LOTTO one kilogram over the gelding’s allotted weight as there was no other rider available at or near the allotted weight for this gelding.

At about the 250 metre mark, MATRIX HUNTER (S Maskiell) was inconvenienced and held up for a run for a short distance when MORNINGTON INN (T Atkin) shifted outwards and WEST QUEST BOY (J Borrett) whilst laying in, shifted in slightly.

FANTA’S REVENGE (K Bandy) was held up for a clear run behind WEST QUEST BOY (J Borrett) from shortly after straightening until approximately the 100 metre mark.

It was reported after the event that FANTA’REVENGE (Trainer Jack Green) had cast an off hind shoe in running.

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 LITTLE PORKIES (NZ) (Trainer Gary White).

RACE 7 - POLY FLOOR AUSTRALIA PTY LTD CLASS 2 HANDICAP
1080 METRES - 14 RUNNERS

The announcement of correct weight was delayed as Jockey D Pires, the rider of the second placegetter BEAR’S SCENE, wished to view the official video patrol film with a view to lodging a protest. After viewing the film, Jockey Pires advised that he did not wish to proceed with an objection.

PRINCESS CORRYONG (P Michaelides) was slow into stride.

At about the 100 metre mark, BRAINPOWER (S Gates) ducked in sharply and inconvenienced BAFFERT (R Hanby A) who had to be steadied by its rider. Jockey Gates was shown the video of the incident and advised to stop riding and straighten his mount sooner than he had done on this occasion.

A swab sample was taken from the winner of the race BRAINPOWER (Trainer T Young).

RACE 8 - DUNLOP UNDERLAYS CLASS 4 HANDICAP - 1205 METRES
10 RUNNERS

No reports

GENERAL

Trainer Mr David Brunton advised Stewards that Trainer Mr Royston Carr will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his runners at today’s race meeting.

Trainer Mr W Burt advised Stewards that Trainer Mr C N Goggin will be acting on behalf of and taking responsibility for his runners at today’s race meeting.

Jockeys K Sanderson, C Kingston and S Gates as well as Apprentice Jockey Ernest Chan were selected for the taking of a sample by means of a breath analyser prior to their riding engagements at today’s race meeting. All samples returned negative.