Race 8 - Sports and Aquatic Centre Class 1 Handicap

Monday, 30 September 2002 00:00

Sandown (Vic)

Sunday, 29 September 2002 00:00

Riding Changes:

 *Must produce medical certificate prior to riding again
**   S. Baster was substituted prior to declaration of riders' time.

Race 1 - ROISEL STEEPLECHASE - about 3400 metres:     Prior to the declaration of correct weight Paul Daniel, rider of "Sir Oscar", fifth passed the post, viewed the Stewards' video and decided not to lodge an objection.

"What a Mess", which was pulled up rounding the home turn,  suffered a bleeding attack.    As it was the second occasion on which "What a Mess" has suffered a bleeding attack, it is now barred from racing.

When "Rough Patrick (NZ)" fell at the seventh fence "Falknis", which was following, was badly hampered, and "Gilligan (NZ)", "Striding Edge", "Maltese Sea Star" and "Sir Oscar" were also hampered.     A veterinary examination of "Rough Patrick (NZ)" revealed no abnormality.

"Striding Edge", which fell at the eighth fence,  returned to scale with blood in both nostrils. After taking evidence from the Club's Veterinary Surgeon, the Stewards notified Paul Preusker, trainer of "Striding Edge",  that he must produce a veterinary clearance with the results of an endoscopic examination prior to the Stewards ruling whether "Striding Edge (NZ)" is deemed to be a bleeder under the Rules of Racing.

When "Striding Edge (NZ)" fell at the eighth fence "Mister Potential", which was following, was badly hampered.

It was established that at the entrance to the straight "Sir Oscar" was hampered when tightened for room between "Maltese Sea Star" and "Pooky Bear", which shifted out.

After jumping the last fence "Falknis" shifted in under pressure, and brushed "Gilligan (NZ).

The Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that "Falknis" had sustained a wound to its near knee.

Race 2 - HIGHWAYS TABARET HANDICAP -  1400 metres:

Shortly after the start "Gone (NZ)"  had to be eased when tightened for room between "Nevertheless" and "Fradari", which shifted in.

In the early part of the straight "Here for Glory" shifted out and then had to be checked off the heels of "Nevertheless". 

Race 3 - TRUNNION HANDICAP - 1200  metres:    

"Gala Snip" shifted out on jumping away and inconvenienced "Serious Drink".

Steven King, rider of "Tai Chi" which performed poorly, stated that the mare did not stretch out at any stage of the race, and he believes that something is amiss with it.   A veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormality.     Mr. Jamie Scott, trainer of the mare, was notified that prior to it racing again he must produce a veterinary clearance for "Tai Chi".

Race 4 - LORD DUDLEY SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1400  metres:      

"Asian Symbol", which had missed the start slightly, was then badly hampered when tightened for room between "Family Addition" and "C'est Le Reve", both of which jumped away awkwardly, and shifted ground abruptly.    "Asian Symbol" then clipped the heels of "C'est Le Reve", knuckled, and lost considerable ground.    The occurrence was found to be accidental.

Near the 1000 metres "Redwood Falls" had to be steadied off the heels of "C'est Le Reve", which shifted in.

In the straight "Hydrometer" had a tendency to lay out under pressure.

"Regicide" hung in under pressure in the straight.

Race 5 - CARLTON DRAUGHT HANDICAP - 1600  metres:    

On return to scale it was noted that "Admiral Robinson" had lost its off hind plate. 

Race 6 -  SNIPPETS HANDICAP - 1200  metres:      

Near the 200 metres "Atomic Man" and "Gala Chief"  were hampered when "La Rieuse" shifted out away from "Super Impressive (NZ)" when "Super Impressive (NZ)" also shifted out to improve its position on the outside of "Constructor".      

On pulling up after the race D. Gauci was dislodged from "Upright".    

Race 7 -  GRAND CIDIUM  HANDICAP - 1400 metres:   

Near the 800 metres "Ballymalachy" clipped the heels of "Minogue" and almost fell when "Minogue" shifted out slightly when being steadied off the heels of "Evil Master", which eased at that stage.     

Near the 200 metres "Levendiz" was hampered when tightened for room between "Sabre Sonic" and "Out of Options", which was taken out by "Telford", which shifted out to improve its position on the outside of "Lord Grable", and then had a tendency to shift out away from that gelding.     The Stewards notified D. Oliver, rider of "Telford", that he must exercise the utmost care when shifting ground at all times.

Race 8 -  ARBOREA SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1400 metres:    

As S. King was to be overweight the Stewards permitted L. Coffey to be substituted as the rider of "Wild Rapid".   Whilst accepting that S. King was unable to waste due to a mild stomach complaint, the Stewards notified him that should he not be able to fulfil his engagements in future due to being overweight, the Stewards may penalise him.

Near the 1000 metres "Jameela" was tightened for room between "Wild Rapid" and "Sweet Poss" which, when racing greenly, shifted out.

Near the 900 metres "Took a Chance" got its head up when being eased off the heels of "Fairessa".   

After passing the 800 metres "Took a Chance" was inconvenienced by "Dextrous", which shifted in abruptly.

On the home turn "Antique" had to be checked when disappointed for a run between "Speck of Ginger" and "Saddler's Silk" where there was not quite sufficient room.

On return to scale it was noted that "Rortrice" had lost its near fore plate.

SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of all races today.

Taxiride To Star at Valley's Opening Night Meeting

Monday, 30 September 2002 00:00

Following the success of the three concert nights last season both Moonee Valley Racing Club and its partner Carlton Draught have committed to continue with the concept.

"This is the fifth season of night racing and we are delighted at the growth of the key meetings last season and this has provided a solid platform for this year," said MVRC Chief Executive Paul Brettell.

Carlton Draught Night Racing proved particularly successful last year with key performance indicators for attendance, food and beverage sales and turnover, all up on the big nights.

25 October 2001

*The 2001/02 Turnover figure is lower due to there being one less race in comparison to the previous years.

13 December 2001

24 January 2002

*The 2001/02 turnover figure is lower due to the Group 1 Australia Stakes moving to March.

These figures illustrate that from a business perspective the night racing concept has been a considerable success, particularly with the added value of the Industry being able to add additional day meetings because of Moonee Valley’s initiative.

"Night racing is a unique product and one in which we believe we can attract a whole new generation of racegoers who are interested in the social aspect as well as the excitement of racing," said Mr Brettell.

In another unique move, the Moonee Valley Racing Club has decided to celebrate 5 years of night racing by waiving the $165 joining fee for membership until October 11.

"With the Carlton Draught Cox Plate just around the corner, this is a wonderful opportunity for people to sign up as Members of the Valley just in time to see Australia's Best Race," said Mr Brettell.

Another initiative introduced recently at the Valley which has proved a huge success is Young Members functions. A Young Members event on September 14 attracted over 600 people and a similar event scheduled for the night racing launch on October 4 booked out within 3 days.

Media Release - MVRC

Wangaratta (Vic)

Sunday, 29 September 2002 00:00

Riding Changes:

Race 1 - KING VALLEY WINE REGION MDN PL - 2010 metres:

In the early to middle stages of the race DETERMINATOR and GOLD ECLIPSE over-raced. Approaching 1500m GOLD ECLIPSE had to be eased of the heels of BLEMICK.

Approaching 200m LADY MERYL was disappointed for a run between LOVE MODE and SECRET CALL when both horses shifted ground. Shortly after this LADY MERYL was held up for a run and then had to be eased off the heels of LOVE MODE.

E, Marchant rider of LOVE MODE, 4^th place getter, was severely reprimanded for failing to ride hismount

out to the end of the race. Stewards took into account that E. Marchant's actions did not effect the judges placings.

V. Hall, rider of DETERMINATOR when questioned regarding the poor performance of the gelding stated to the Stewards that the gelding over-raced in the early and middle stages of the race and failed to respond to his riding the straight. A Veterinary examination of DETERMINATOR revealed no abnormalities. 

Race 2 - MILAWA GOURMET REGION MDN PL - 1400 metres:

Acting on a report from the Starter that RAAMADARA had proved difficult to load into her stall, Stewards notified D. Berriman, Trainer of the mare that an official warning would placed against RAAMADARA and should the mare behave in a similar manner in the future, it may lead to some action being taken. D. Berriman was further notified that before RAAMADARA would be permitted to start again he must be in receipt of a barrier test.

SPIN I'M IN jumped away awkwardly. JACKIE EX was slow to begin.

Approaching 1200m SORCERRETE when being eased off the heels of LONGMORE shifted out and hampered DUCASSE.

Approaching 500m JACKIE EX and RAAMADARA brushed.

After passing 200m L. Nolen, rider of BOW TO ME dropped his whip.

At the entrance to the straight LEICA PEONY which was weakening had to be eased when tightened for room between FLASH LACE and LONGMORE when both horses shifted ground.

On pulling up SPIN I'M IN (1^st place getter) shied, dislodged its rider L. Bulger and broke through the inside running rail. As L. Bulger was unable to weigh in and as Stewards were satisfied that SPIN I'M IN had carried its allotted weight, Stewards declared Correct Weight.

Race 3 - WANGARATTA TEXTILES FESTIVAL F&M CLASS 3 H'CAP - 1600M:

After passing 200m GYPSY MELODY was disappointed for a run between CENTUISM and CHATOYER. GYPSY MELODY then had to change course to obtain a clear run.

Race 4 - HAL HOYSTED - 90 S.V. 3YO MDN PLATE - 1180M:

LEICA CHIEF was slow to begin and then shortly after the start VOITURE shifted in abruptly, when racing greenly, and hampered LEICA CHIEF. Approaching the 1000m VOITURE had to be eased when tightened for room between YELTSEN which shifted out slightly, and LOST VALLEY which shifted in and away from WILLOWFIELD. VOITURE then raced greenly for the remainder of the race.

On jumping away UMATRICK was tightened for room between FORD'S CREEK and GEMAZZI, when both of those horses shifted ground.

Rounding the home corner and in the early part of the straight LOST VALLEY had difficulty in obtaining a clear run.

After passing the 100m LEICA CHIEF was held up for a clear run and approaching the winning post had to be eased after obtaining a narrow run between UMATRICK and FORD'S CREEK when both of those horses shifted ground slightly.

During the running of the race LADY PENRHYN lost its' near hind plate.

W. Treloar, who was to be overweight on LOST VALLEY was notified that in future he must not accept rides outside his weight bracket otherwise he may be penalised in future.

Race 5 - GLENROWAN NED KELLY SIEGE CLASS 5 HANDICAP - 1000M

Approaching 200m PERADA had to be eased when attempting to take a narrow run between SNAKEY BIT which shifted in and UNCLE ANDRE which shifted out slightly. PERADA and UNCLE ANDRE then had difficulty in obtaining a clear run until nearing the winning post.

Race 6 - MURRAY TO MOUNTAINS RAIL TRAIL CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1000M

SPURIOUS was very slow to begin. B. Cox, Trainer of SPURIOUS which was having its first race start for him today was notified that an official warning would be placed against the gelding and should SPURIOUS perform in a similar manner in the future it may lead to some action being taken.

Approaching 300m MCINNESS LANE (M. Alesci) shifted in abruptly and bumped KELKALA who then was tightened for room between PRIMOGENITURE which shifted out to obtain a run and MCINNESS LANE which shifted in further after being brushed in the hindquarters by KELKALA. Shortly after this MCINNESS LANE again shifted in abruptly and hampered KELKALA. M. Alesci was reprimanded and notified that he must make every effort to keep his mounts straight when in similar circumstances in the future.

J. Anstice rider of MACKEELIE was severely reprimanded for weighing in 1kg over his declared weight.

Race 7 - WANGARATTA JAZZ FESTIVAL CLASS 2 HANDICAP -1400M:

W. Treloar rider of GO CHED, 4^th place getter was notified that he must ride all his mounts out hands and heels to the end of the race.

Approaching 1200m SHY BARBIE shifted out a took CELTIC BLUE out onto CHRYSAETOS resulting in all those horses being hampered.

In middle stages of the race KING'S GOD had a tendency to over-race.

Race 8 - SPORTS AND AQUATIC CENTRE CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1600M:

 P. Robl, who was to be overweight on BOOKANOOKLE was notified that he must not accept rides outside his weight bracket, otherwise he may be penalised in the future. Stewards took into account P. Robl's excellent record in this area.

Shortly after the start CEEFA was tightened for room between IDOL OF DEMUS and SHOW WEST which shifted in slightly.

Approaching 1400m Ceefa had to be eased when tightened for room between SHOW WEST which shifted out slightly and TAKE A HINT which shifted in.

As there was no other rider available Stewards permitted J. Anstice to ride LORD GREY SHIELD 1kg over its' allotted weight.

As there was no other rider available Stewards permitted L. Bulger to ride OUR BANJO.

SWAB SAMPLES:
RACE 1 - BLEVMICK, winner of the race
RACE 2 - SPIN I'M IN, winner of the race
RACE 5 - MOOBALL, winner of the race
RACE 6 - PALEFACE BEN, winner of the race
RACE 7 - SMYTZER'S SMYTZER, winner of the race (random swab).

Pre race blood samples were taken from the following runners for post race analysis.
RACE 1 - DESERT TRAVELLER
RACE 2 - JACKIE EX
RACE 3 - BELLE GESTURE
RACE 8 - CEEFA
RACE 8 - TAKE A HINT

Werribee (Vic)

Monday, 30 September 2002 00:00

Riding Changes:

Race 1 - WERRIBEE CUP INFIELD MARQUEE MAIDEN PLATE - 1625 metres:

Near the 1400 metres "Count of Conjola" was eased when tightened for room between "Dreamers Disease" and 'Bissare", which shifted in slightly.

Approaching the 1200 metres "Bissare", which was over-racing, had to be checked off the heels of "Roselander".

Near the 1100 metres "Bissare", which continued to over-race, shifted out and hampered "Imperial Ace.

Approaching the home turn "Lockie's Lady" had difficulty obtaining a clear run.

Approaching the 200 metres "Oka" shifted out and inconvenienced "Bissare".

Race 2 - WERRIBEE CUP GALA BALL FILLIES AND MARES MAIDEN PLATE - 1010 metres:

As "Triomphe Royale" was unable to be loaded into the barriers the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of the mare at 1.16 p.m.

Subsequently the Stewards ordered that all monies bet on "Triomphe Royale" be refunded, and that all successful bets on horses prior to the time of withdrawal of "Triomphe Royale" be subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket: Win Bets: Four cents; Place Bets: Five cents; Winning Concession Bets: Four cents, and Doubles Bets: Four cents. All monies bet after the Stewards' declaration of withdrawal were ordered to be paid at face value of the ticket.

Acting on a report from the Starter regarding the unruly behaviour of "Triomphe Royale" whilst attempting to place it in its starting stall, the Stewards notified Mr. P. B. Clarke, trainer of the mare, that an official warning would be placed on 'Triomphe Royale", and that he must produce a barrier test certificate in respect of the mare prior to it racing again.

On jumping away "Starspec" was eased when tightened for room between "Hello Positano" and "Raging Inferno", which jumped away awkwardly and shifted out.

An inquiry into the reason for E. Cassar, rider of "Starspec", being dislodged near the 800 metres was adjourned to a date to be fixed.

Near the 700 metres "Ringcraft" was tightened for room between "Proud Courage" and "Private Dreams", which shifted out away from "Midsummer's Night".

Near the 500 metres "Proud Courage" shifted in and hampered "Private Dreams".

Shortly after this "Raging Inferno", which was over-racing, had to be checked off the heels of "Private Dreams".

Approaching and rounding the home turn "Raging Inferno" had difficulty in obtaining a clear run.

L. Currie, rider of "Ringcraft" which performed poorly, stated to the Stewards that after being tightened for room near the 600 metres the mare was then reluctant to race.

Race 3 - TEAC RISING STARS APPRENTICE JOCKEY CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1115 metres:

On jumping away "Plenary Indulgence" shifted in and hampered "Just Brawny" and "Blazing Plane".

On straightening "Stormin' Abassi" was disappointed for a run between "Kenwood Allegro" and "Smooth Customer", which shifted out slightly.

Approaching the winning post "Just Brawny" had to be eased off the heels of "Smooth Customer".

Race 4 - WERRIBEE CUP CALCUTTA MAIDEN PLATE - 1425 metres:

On arrival at the barrier "Red Fire" had to be re-plated, which resulted in the start of the race being delayed.

"Red Fire" was slow to begin.

Near the 1000 metres "Teaposit" had to be eased when tightened for room by Ðance About", which shifted in.

Passing the 600 metres "Battersea (NZ)" was disappointed for a run for some distance on the inside of "Snap to It", which had a tendency to lay in.

Near the 100 metres "Jugah Tone" was tightened for room when attempting a narrow run between "Point Score" and "Teaposit", which shifted in.

Over the concluding stages of the race "Battersea (NZ)" was held up when unable to obtain a clear run.

P. Mertens, rider of "Snap to It" which performed below expectations, stated that after jumping away well and obtaining a position the gelding then did not travel well, and when put under pressure running down the side near the 600 metres it began to lay in. P. Mertens added that "Snap to It" felt normal in its action on pulling up. A veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormality.

Subsequent to the event the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that "Bansha" had sustained a laceration to its off fore leg.

Race 5 - CHEFS ON THE RUN CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1625 metres:

Near the 1100 metres "Prince Baa Baa" had to be eased to avoid the heels of "Latent", which shifted in.

Approaching the 800 metres "Masked Raider" which was over-racing clipped the heels of "Life's A Beach", resulting in "Life's A Beach" becoming unbalanced.

On the home turn "Dolphin Way" was inconvenienced when tightened for room by "Grand Franco (NZ)", which shifted in slightly.

Rounding the home turn and in the early part of the straight "Masked Raider" was held up when unable to obtain a clear run.

After passing the 200 metres "Masked Raider" (J. Patton) had to be checked when disappointed for a run between "Life's a Beach" and "Lady Neena" where there was insufficient room. The incident was aggravated due to "Lady Neena" being taken in slightly by "Latent" (D. Taggart). J. Patton was notified to ensure that he has sufficient room when attempting runs in future, and D. Taggart was notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

For the majority of the straight " Dolphin Way" was held up when unable to obtain a clear run.

Race 6 - HAHN PREMIUM LIGHT CLASS HANDICAP - 2030 metres:

Turning out of the straight "Channon Grove (NZ)" over-raced. As a result the saddle on the gelding shifted forward, resulting in R. Booth, the rider of the gelding, being at a disadvantage. Due to this "Channon Grove (NZ)" shifted out to avoid the heels of "Music Royale", thereby tightening "Military Prayer" out on to "Tocar", resulting in "Military Prayer" having to be checked.

Approaching the 400 metres "Music Royale" shifted out and brushed "The Greta Mob" out on to "Bonoval".

M. Flaherty, rider of "Strawberry Affair (NZ)", was severely reprimanded for permitting his mount to shift out passing the 400 metres, thereby taking "Tocar" out on to "Music Royale", "The Greta Mob", "Bonoval" and "Praznik", resulting in "Music Royale" having to be checked, and "The Greta Mob, 'Bonoval" and "Praznik" being hampered.

A veterinary examination of "Music Royale" subsequent to the race failed to reveal any abnormality.

Race 7 - JAYCO CLASS 6 HANDICAP - 2030 metres:

"China Garden (NZ)" jumped away awkwardly, and lost ground.

Turning out of the straight the saddle on "Nasqueyo" shifted forward, placing Laura Bulger rider of the gelding at a disadvantage for the remainder of the race.

Race 8 - TOOHEYS NEW FILLIES AND MARES CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1425 metres:

"Mighty Morphett" was slow to begin.

Near the 1100 metres "Dance of Dreams" got its head up when being restrained, and as a result "Star Serenade", which was following, was hampered in consequence. 

Passing the200 metres "Dance On Wood" shifted in to obtain a run and as a result made contact with the hind legs of "Fancy A Flutter, resulting in "Fancy A Flutter" becoming unbalanced. Shortly after this "Dressed To Impress" had to be checked when tightened for room between "Mighty Morphett" and "Fancy A Flutter" which was taken out by "Bimbo Limbo"(P Mertens) which shifted out when not clear. After taking into account all the circumstances the stewards severely reprimanded P Mertens and notified him that they were giving him the benefit of a doubt as to whether the fact that "Fancy A Flutter" had became unbalanced just prior to the incident had contributed to the interference.

Rounding the home turn and in the straight "Numilla" was held up when unable to obtain a clear run.
From the 200 metres to the winning post "Dance on Wood" had difficulty obtaining a clear run.
Approaching the winning post "Numilla" had to be checked when disappointed for a run.

S. Baster, rider of "Star Serenade" which performed below expectations, stated that the filly hung out when put under pressure from the 600 metres, and as a result failed to respond to his riding.

SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of the following races: "Roselander" - Race 1; "Hello Positano" - Race 2; "Blazing Plane" - Race 3; "L'Avenir" - Race 7 - and "True Peace" - Race 8.

 Five horses were pre-race blood tested for post-race analysis.

Explanations; The Stewards accepted the explanation of G. Mallinson, trainer of "Oka", for the late notification of L. Robertson as the rider of the gelding in race 1.

Bairnsdale (Vic)

Saturday, 28 September 2002 00:00

Riding Changes:

Race 1 - ANDREWS LAND AND SURF SUPER VOBIS 3YRO CLASS 1 HANDICAP. - 1220 metres

During the running of the race the saddle on "Striking Charge" shifted back placing its rider M Connick at a disadvantage.

Rounding the home turn and in the straight ""Reface" had a tendency to hang out.

Race 2 - ORBOST TRAVEL - TOP PUB MAIDEN PLATE - 1100 metres

In the middle stages of the race the saddle on "Toracy" shifted forward placing its rider Jason Benbow at a disadvantage for the remainder of the race. Near the 600 metres "Toracy" which was hanging out shifted out and tightened "Shirley's Whisper" out on to "Apache Blue".

Race 3 - SNOWY RIVER MAIL/FOOD-WAY CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 2150 metres

No report.

Race 4 - SNOWY RIVER VIDEO - CAMPING WORLD CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1100 metres

After being placed in the stall "Acetate" broke through the front of the gates and trotted a short distance before being returned to the barrier.

Near the 100 metres, "Town Watcher" had to be eased when tightened for room between "Acetate" and "Leisure" which shifted out slightly away from ""Café Racer (NZ)" which initially shifted out slightly.

Race 5 - ORBOST SNOWY RIVER CUP - 1100 metres:

At the barrier "Fleur De Moi" was inspected by the Clubs Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to run. When the gates opened "Rich Finale" knuckled.

This race appeared in the race book as the Orbost Snowy River cup when infact it should have appeared as the Orbost Snowy River Cup Class Four Handicap.

Subsequent to the race the Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that "Fear the Storm" was showing no abnormality.

Race 6 -ORBOST AUTO ELECTICS - HELLA MAIDEN PLATE - 2150 metres:

When the gates opened "Quick Nip" knuckled . Also when the gates opened "Vice Chairman" and "Aloha Joffa" come together due to both horses shifting ground slightly. Near the 400 metres, "Grinding Away" had to be eased off the heels of "Bellaile".

Race 7 - PERRY'S BUSES - RUSSELLS BUTCHERS CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1500 metres:

No report.

Race 8 - MARLO HOTEL FILLIES AND MARES MAIDEN PLATE - 1500 metres:

No report.

SWAB SAMPLES:

Race 1 - "No More Rules"
Race 3 - "Miss Bombastic"
Race 5 - "Perignon"
Race 8 - "Shenandoah (NZ)"

 A random swab was taken from:

Race 4 - "Real Ticker"

Race 5 - Glenrowan Ned Kelly Siege Class 5 Cup

Monday, 30 September 2002 00:00

Brian Cox, last season's Victorian Country Trainer of the Year, had Mooball (Sanction-Anything Red) freshened up a treat to take out the 1000m sprint. He stamped himself a very good horse today showing just how versatile he can be first up. This was his 5^th win in 13 starts and he has been comfortable racing in distances that vary from 1000 – 2000 m. He has now matured into a lovely horse and we will see more improvement from him throughout this preparation. Owners Helen and John McPhee have been longtime clients of Brian and Ollie Cox and it is always great to see the people who put in also get to take out.

Mooball beat Signor Pagolino (The Pug-Elizas Joy) and for 3^rd we saw a triple dead heat between Perada, Snakey Bit & Uncle Andre.

Moonee Valley (Vic)

Saturday, 28 September 2002 00:00

Rail: OUT SEVEN METRES FOR THE ENTIRE CIRCUIT

Riding Changes:

 Race 1 - GRAND FINAL LIVE ON-COURSE HANDICAP - 1000 metres

"Fairweather" reared on jumping away and lost considerable ground.

B. Prebble, rider of "Russia House", advised the Stewards that he could offer no explanation for the poor performance of the filly, which weakened from the middle stages of the race. Prebble added that the horse had not responded to his riding at any stage of the race. A veterinary examination of "Russia House" failed to reveal any apparent abnormality.

Rounding the home turn "Danish Princess" had to be checked when tightened for room between "Russia House", which shifted out slightly when weakening, and "Jamrah", which shifted in slightly.

Race 2 - SPRING QUALITY HURDLE - About 3200 metres

No report.

Race 3 - MV WEDDING EXPO SUNDAY 6 OCTOBER HANDICAP - 2020 metres: "Ali Sting" was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race, and passed fit to run.

"Reserve Funds (NZ)" jumped away awkwardly, and became unbalanced.

Near the 600 metres "Reserve Funds (NZ)" shifted in and bumped "Lana Belle".

Rounding the home turn "Ali Sting" and "Yoling" came together.

In the early part of the straight "Live Theatre" and "Jay Vee" came together due to both horses shifting ground.

Over the concluding stages of the race "Live Theatre" shifted in and brushed "Jay Vee".

A veterinary examination of "Ali Sting" subsequent to the event failed to reveal any abnormality.

Race 4 - AFL GRAND FINAL HANDICAP - 1200 metres

Rounding the home turn "I Scream" and "Dantana" came together due to "Dantana" shifting out.

D. Gauci, rider of "I Scream", advised the Stewards that he did not ride his mount in his normal manner in the straight as his mount was not handling the going, and weakened. Whilst the Stewards accepted that D. Gauci had fully tested "I Scream" in the race, they notified him that he must ride all his mounts hands and heels to the line in future.

B. Prebble, rider of "Fullarton Road", was unable to ride his mount out from the 600 metres due to the bit used on the colt breaking. The Stewards took possession of the bit used on "Fullarton Road", and will discuss the matter with its manufacturer.

Subsequent to the race the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that "Dantana" had sustained a wound to its near fore fetlock.

Race 5 - MV MEMBERSHIP NO JOINING FEE HANDICAP (1) - 2040 metres: For some distance approaching and passing the 1400 metres "Rum", which was over-racing, had to be checked off the heels of "Homewrecker (NZ)".

A veterinary examination of "The Almighty One (NZ)" subsequent to the event failed to reveal any abnormality.

Race 6 - CARLTON DRAUGHT FLYING - 1000 metres

Shortly after the start "Belus" and "Sir Dolphin" were hampered when tightened for room by "Let's Went (NZ)", which shifted in away from 'Darvolant", which shifted in slightly.

Near the 700 metres "Paris Rock" was brushed by "Curragh Star" which, when hanging, continued to shift in.

Shortly after this incident "Paris Rock" was bumped by "Curragh Star" which, when hanging, continued to shift in. At this stage "Let's Went (NZ)" shifted out slightly, and as a `result "Paris Rock" clipped the heels of "Let's Went" and fell. The Stewards considered this to be accidental, and will notify Mr. Brian Cox, trainer of "Curragh Star", in respect of that horse's erratic behaviour.

Near the 500 metres "Rich Ruby Red" was hampered when tightened for room by "Let's Went (NZ)". which shifted in slightly away from "Curragh Star", which was hanging in.

In the straight "Curragh Star" hung in, resulting in K. McEvoy, the rider of the mare, being unable to ride his horse in his normal manner.

D. Oliver, rider of "Benmore", which had performed below expectations, stated that the mare had been caught wide in the early stages of the race, and he had been unable to obtain cover. Oliver added that "Benmore" was a beaten horse from the 400 metres.

Race 7 - MV NIGHT RACING 4 OCTOBER HANDICAP (2) - 2040 metres

Approaching the winning post the first time "Chantage (NZ)" had to be eased off the heels of "Cavallo Bruno (NZ)", which shifted out away from "Aussie's Lad", which shifted out.

Rounding the home turn "Firetaine (NZ)" was hampered due to "Dot Com (NZ)" shifting out.

Approaching the winning post "Chantage (NZ)" was disappointed when attempting a run between "Our Le Bleu (NZ)" and "Cavallo Bruno (NZ)" due to both horses shifting ground.

Mr. G. Thornton, trainer of "Our Le Bleu (NZ)", was reprimanded for adding a girth sleeve to that horse's gear subsequent to M. Zahra weighing out. This resulted in M. Zahra weighing in one kilogram in excess of his declared weight.

Race 8 - BLUE RIBBON DAY WELTER - 1600 metres

Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Mr. Phillip Stokes, trainer of "Squillani", who stated that the gelding would not be able to handle the track which had been downgraded from Good to Dead, the Stewards withdrew "Squillani" from the event at 1.56 p.m.

S. King, rider of "Dashiki", stated that his horse was not suited by the track conditions today, and failed to respond to his riding when put under pressure from the 600 metres.

A veterinary examination of "Dashiki", which weakened over the concluding stages of the race, failed to reveal any apparent abnormality.

Race 9 - PREMIERS HANDICAP - 2040 metres

Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Mr. Grant Walker, trainer of "Maybe Arch", who stated that the gelding would not be able to handle the track which had been downgraded from Good to Slow, the Stewards withdrew "Maybe Arch" from the event at 3.20 p.m.

Passing the winning post the first time "All Black Symphony" and "Our Sugar Street (NZ)" had to be eased to avoid the heels of "Rows of Arches", which shifted in when not sufficiently clear. S. Vella, rider of "Rows of Arches", was reprimanded and notified that he must ensure that he is clear of other runners when shifting ground in future.

SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of all races today.

Hamilton (Vic)

Sunday, 29 September 2002 00:00

Riding Changes:

* Produce Medical Certificate prior to riding.
** See adjourned inquiry.
*** As no other apprentice rider was available.

Race 1 -GALLAGHER/PINEX HURDLE - 3600 metres:

CHOCOLYN ROAD made a faulty jump near the 1000 metres which resulted in P. Greig rider of the gelding almost being dislodged.Prior to jumping the hurdle near the 300 metres BE MY PATRIARCH shifted out and brushed SOVEREIGN TIES which resulted in that gelding becoming unbalanced.

Race 2 - LEADER PRODUCTS SUPER VOBIS 3YO MAIDEN PLATE - 1300 metres:

SING FOR LUNCH jumped away awkwardly.Near the 800 metres CLEARLY FAMOUS was hampered when tightened for room by MER BEBE which was laying in.Rounding the home turn CLEARLY FAMOUS obtained a run on the inside of RAAMATA which laid out.In the straight CLASSIC COVER had a tendency to lay in under pressure.W. Hokai rider of CLASSIC COVER which performed below expectations explained to the Stewards that he could offer no explanation for the gelding's performance today. Subsequent to the race the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that CLASSIC COVER had sustained a small wound to its near hind.

Race 3 - PEDIGREE/HEINIGER MAIDEN PLATE (1) - 1200 metres:

After being placed in the barrier PHYSICAL PLEASURE was then removed and examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon who ruled that the mare was unfit to run. Acting on this Stewards withdrew PHYSICAL PLEASURE at 1.21p.m. Subsequent to the race Stewards ordered that all monies placed on PHYSICAL PLEASURE were to be refunded and that all monies wagered on PHYSICAL PLEASURE prior to its withdrawal were to be paid as follows: less 8 cents in the $ win, 9 cents in the $ place, 8 cents concession bets, 8 cents double bets. All monies wagered after the withdrawal of PHYSICAL PLEASURE were to be paid at face value of the ticket.On jumping away ESQUILAX jumped out wards and hampered SWIFT MOOKTA.Near the 800 metres BRADEMUS was hampered when racing tight between SWIFT MOOKTA and PETE'S HERO when both those horses shifted ground.On straightening PETE'S HERO was inconvenienced when tightened for room between CHAMPAGNE LIZZY and BRADEMUS (D. Missen) which shifted out. D. Missen was notified to ensure that he is sufficiently clear of other runners when he is shifting ground in future.Near the 200 metres C. Robertson rider of CHAMPAGNE LIZZY was unable to use his whip for a short distance.

Race 4 - BEATTIE'S NEWSAGENCY MAIDEN PLATE (2) - 1200 metres:

Prior to correct weight P. Young rider of SAINT CHRIS (3^rd place getter) viewed the photo finish for second placing.From the 800 metres until the early part of the straight HONEYED hung out. Mr. B. McKenner Trainer of the mare was notified that an official warning would be placed against HONEYED today regarding the mare hanging and if HONEYED should perform in a similar manner in future further action may be taken.

Race 5 - HAMILTON IMPERIAL FOOTBALL AND NETBALL CLUB MAIDEN PLATE (1) - 1600 metres:

COMSTAR and SPECIAL REGAL were slow to begin.Rounding the home turn and in the straight CANALETTA laid in under pressure.

Race 6 - DARCY'S TAVERN MAIDEN PLATE (2) - 1600 metres:

PHOEBESTAR was examined behind the barrier by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to run.On jumping away STICK UP shifted out and took FINAL CHANCE out onto ATCHIES CARD which resulted in that gelding being tightened between FINAL CHANCE and LEDLYTA.In the early stages of the race BRIAG got its head up when over-racing.Near the 200 metres FINAL CHANCE was hampered when it shifted out onto the heels of BRIAG.

Race 7 - MERIAL - EXPRINEX HANDICAP - 1100 metres:

At the entrance to the straight LOS TORNEROS was hampered when tightened for room between RUSTIC DRAW and SEX APPEAL which shifted out slightly.

Race 8 - ONE STEEL - WARATAH CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1600 metres:

Passing the 1400 metres KEEP IT REGAL got its head up when being restrained.Near the 800 metres HONEY MORN was hampered when tightened for room by VOODOO'S BROTHER (D. Missen) which shifted in and HIROTA which shifted out slightly. D. Missen was severely reprimanded and notified that he must be sufficiently clear of other riders when shifting ground in future.Shortly after this incident KEEP IT REGAL had to be checked off the heels of HONEY MORN.Approaching the 700 metres KEEP IT REGAL was taken out onto the heels of BARBEAN by EUREKA UPRISING (P. Young) which shifted out. P. Young was reprimanded and notified that he must be clear of other runners when shifting ground in future.

G. Hoobin rider of LADY WAKEFIELD, which was eased down over the concluding stages, reported to the Stewards that in his opinion the mare was felt amiss in its action. Subsequent to the race the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that LADY WAKEFIELD was lame in the near hind. Mr. K. Smith Trainer of LADY WAKEFIELD was notified that prior to the mare starting again he must be in receipt of a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness.Also subsequent to the race the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that MAJOR BOB was lame in the off fore. Mr. B. Dunstan Trainer of the gelding was notified that prior to MAJOR BOB starting again he must be in receipt of a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness.

Race 9 - COOPERS - MAGNUM CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1100 metres:

On jumping away QUEEN OF TARTS threw its head in the air and lost ground.DR. QUOZ jumped away awkwardly, shifted in and hampered MAR DE'S BOY.

Race 10 - WESFARMERS LANDMARK CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1400 metres:

AMEN OUR WRAY was slow to begin.D. Yendall rider of RUNAWAY RHYTHM (NZ) which was eased down in the straight explained to the Stewards that in his opinion the mare had faulted in the going on several occasions and was breathing abnormally during the race and for this reason he eased the mare down in the straight. D. Yendall further added that on pulling up RUNAWAY RHYTHM (NZ) was in a distressed state. Subsequent to the race the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that RUNAWAY RHYTHM (NZ) was showing signs of soreness in the off fore.

SWAB SAMPLES:

Race 1 - GRYPHON - Winner Race 2 - CLEARVIEW BAY - Winner Race 3 - ESQUILAX - Winner Race 5 - CANALETTA - Random - Second place getter Race 6 - LEDLYTA - Random - Fifth place getter Race 7 - ON THE RANCH - Winner Race 8 - VOODOO'S BROTHER - Winner Race 10 - ROCKOLOGY (NZ) - Winner

ADJOURNED ENQUIRY; Stewards adjourned an inquiry into the reason for N. Stanley failing to arrive on course to fulfil his engagements today.

Specular On Track for Cup Hurdle

Saturday, 28 September 2002 00:00

After stalking the last start Moonee Valley winner Piermont in the early stages, the beautifully bred son of Danehill went to the front a long from home and then held out all the challenges to win strongly.

Specular (Danehill-Spyglass), who is a half brother to the Group One winner Iron Horse, made it four jumps wins from five starts in today's race.

"He's a very economical jumper," winning trainer Tony Rosolini said moments after the gelding scored. "I thought he may have been a run short actually. He's right on track for the Cup Hurdle now."

Rosolini purchased the then five-year-old earlier this year for just $25,000 at a mixed thoroughbred sale.

Winning jockey, the former South Australian Bill Williams told Rosolini the gelding was travelling too well when he went to the front.

"He was cruising," Williams reported. "I wasn't even asking him to go when he hit the front."

Since joining Rosolini's stable Specular has won hurdle races at Caulfield, Sandown and now Moonee Valley.

Rosolini added after the race that today's result further emphasised the need for jumpers in this era to possess plenty of ability on the flat.

While the winner was by Danehill the second and third placegetters were by his great New Zealand based rival Zabeel.

PICS - Quentin Lang.