She's Got it! And Venus Was Her Name
- Sunday, 22 September 2002 00:00
High class mare Venus Was Her Name will be chasing
a black type success over the spring carnival after an impressive second up win in the
Dubai Racing Club Plate (1400m) at Caulfield today.A daughter of Spectacular Love, Venus Was Her Name settled a little worse than midfield early before switching to the outside of the field and finishing too well for her rivals.
Having already performed with distinction in some of New Zealand's feature filly events the mare was purchased by the Sangster family's Swettenham Stud Syndicate.
Michael Moroney, who had been training the filly in New Zealand, kept control of the classy performer when she was shipped to Australia to continue her racing.
Today's win was the first time in five starts in Australia that she
had finished in the money.
"She'd had a long preparation in New Zealand before she came across," Moroney said. "She was probably a bit tired."
With a good break and a handy first up effort recently at Sandown the mare was primed to return to her best this afternoon.
The mare's win was very impressive considering she covered her final 600 metres of the race in a slick 33.96 seconds, a touch more than half a second better than the overall race's sectional.
Moroney, who is hoping for further success this afternoon with
another nine runners set to start, said Venus Was Her Name would improve on today's
performance.
"She is going to get better as the distances increase," Moroney said. "There are some nice mares races coming up over the carnival and the 2000 metre event on the final day of the carnival looks ideal for her."
Winning jockey Kerrin McEvoy said after the race that the winner would be further suited over longer distance.
Over the concluding stages Venus Was Her Name proved too classy for her rivals winning by three quarters of a length from Sydney stakes performer Sophistocat, who snared second in a photo finish over Visage.
PICS - Quentin Lang.
Coleraine (Vic)
- Sunday, 22 September 2002 00:00
Penetrometer: UNAVAILABLE
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Race 1 - MARY HOPE MAIDEN PLATE - 1400 METRES.
After passing the 1200 metres BRETOY DREAMS had to be checked to avoid the heels of BRIAG which shifted in away from MR. MOSS. BELLE. RHYTHM, which was following, was hampered in consequence. Shortly after this PRAISED (NZ) was hampered when tightened for room by ROMANTICO which shifted in slightly. BELLARIA then shifted out and brushed the hindquarters of ROMANTICO turning that mare inwards.
In the straight BETRAAZIM hung in under pressure.
Race 2 - COLERAINE SUPERMARKET MAIDEN PLATE - 1800 METRES.
Correct weight was delayed due to the Stewards viewing the Patrol video of the start of the race to ascertain whether BARONESS OF BAMBRA had been denied a fair start. After viewing the Stewards' Patrol Video of the start of the race, and taking evidence from G. Hoobin, rider of the mare, and the official Starter, Mr L. Sheedy, Stewards deemed that BARONESS OF BAMBRA had gained a fair start and correct weight was declared.
It was established that BARONESS OF BAMBRA was slow to begin then shifted in abruptly resulting in G. Hoobin the mare's rider becoming unbalanced and losing the use of his off side iron for a short distance. As a result BARONESS OF BAMBRA lost considerable ground.
Also on jumping away BREAD MAKER was slow to begin.
Race 3 - GREAT WESTERN STEEPLECHASE - 3500 METRES.
No report.
Race 4 - D. & A. SPRIN G & HANKOOK TYRES CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1800 METRES.
Shortly after jumping away HEART OF MAN threw its head in the air and lost ground. Approaching the home turn GLENORMISTON BRAVE had to be eased when tightened for room between HONEY MORN and JUBES which shifted out.
After passing the 200 metres DANNICK was held up for a short distance when unable to obtain a clear run.
Race 5 - KELVINATOR, COLERAINE-CASTERTON ELECTRICS COLERAINE CUP - 1800 METRES.
Approaching the 1600 metres MEET THE STARS had to be checked when tightened for room by JEWEL OF KINGSTON which when over racing accidentally clipped the heels of DINKY BARRY then shifted in abruptly and almost fell. As no one rider was fully responsible for the incident Stewards took no action.
Shortly after this DONARCH was hampered when tightened for room between MR. MUSICAL and LOVE MY PET which was taken in by LOUOTTO.
Near the 1000 metres DINKY BARRY had to be eased to avoid the heels of LOVE MY PET.
Rounding the home turn H.McKechnie rider of DINKY BARRY lost the use of her off side rein for a short distance.
Subsequent to the race the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that JEWEL OF KINGSTON sustained an injury to its off hind leg. Mr A.Clark Trainer of JEWEL OF KINGSTON was notified that he must be in receipt of a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness prior to racing again.
Race 6 - COLERAINE HOTEL CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1300 METRES.
During the running of the race BENYANG lost its off hind plate.
Shortly after the start FAVOURITE SYMPHANY was hampered when tightened for room between KEEP IT REGAL and BENYANG which shifted in away from BRUEGHELDANCER who in turn was taken in by EUROSYMBOL.
Near the 900 metres JARRAH had to be checked when tightened for room by EUROSYMBOL which shifted in away from RHYVALI.
M. Evans rider of KEEP IT REGAL explained to the Stewards that he was unable to ride the gelding out in the straight as KEEP IT REGAL hung out.
K.Post rider of BACONER'S SISTER (4rd place getter) was severely reprimanded for failing to ride his mount out to the end of the race. In assessing Stewards believed his actions had not affected the result of the race.
Race 7 - YAT NAT CLASS 4 HANDICAP - 1600 METRES.
Near the 1300 metres CASCADE GOLD had to be checked when tightened for room by MISS MASTER KEY which was taken in by GREAT RELIEF which shifted in slightly.
Shortly after this SOVIET RISING had to be checked to avoid the heels of SARAMEN.
After passing the 1000 metres BLUE RINSE had to be checked when tightened for room by BROTHER JIM which when racing tight on the inside of CASCADE GOLD then shifted in away from that gelding.
D. Missen rider of MISS MASTER KEY (4th place getter) explained that over the concluding stages his mount had a tendency to lay out under pressure and approaching the winning post had to be eased to avoid the heels of GREAT RELIEF which shifted in slightly.
B. Cross rider of SARAMEN which performed poorly explained to the Stewards that the mare was slow to begin and never travelled well at any stage of the race and when put under pressure near the 600 metres failed to respond to his riding. A subsequent Veterinary examination of SARAMEN failed to reveal any abnormality.
During the running of the race SARAMEN lost its near fore plate.
Race 8 - WARD& McNAMARA CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1400 METRES.
Subsequent to the race the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that VISTAWAY had gone amiss in the near fore leg. Ms. V. Dishon Trainer of VISTAWAY was notified that she must be in receipt of a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness prior to racing again.
At the entrance to the straight THUNDER LORD was hampered when tightened for room between ROCKOLOGY (NZ) and CAPTAINS'S KEY which shifted out slightly.
Near the 1200 metres VISTAWAY when over-racing had to be checked off the heels of GETTONOAH (NZ).
SWAB SAMPLES:
Race 1 - DESERT COMMANDER - Winner
Race 2 - BROOKLYN ROADS - Winner
Race 3- SHIP OF DREAMS - Winner
Race 4- JUBES - Winner
Race 5- DONARCH - Winner
SUMMARY |
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| FINES | Mr E. Musgrove fined $300 AR.175 (gg). |
| SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS: | Race 6 - K. Post severe reprimand. |
| HORSE ACTIONS: | Race 5 - Jewel of Kingston- vet
certificate of fitness. Race 8 - Vistaway - vet certificate of fitness. |
Stewards today concluded their adjourned inquiry from Terang Racing Club on Sunday 7th July, 2002 into the reason for QUEENLIKE (NZ) being permitted to race in blinkers, after Mr E. Musgrove Trainer of the mare gave the stewards an assurance that QUEENLIKE (NZ) was an approved blinkered horse in jumping races. Subsequently Stewards established that QUEENLIKE (NZ) had not been approved to race in blinkers in jumping races. Mr. E. Musgrove was found guilty of a charge of A.R.175 (gg) in that he gave false evidence the false evidence being that when asked if QUEENLIKE (NZ) raced in blinkers in jumping races, Mr E. Musgrove gave the stewards an assurance that QUEENLIKE (NZ) was a blinkered horse in jumping races when in fact QUEENLIKE (NZ) had not been approved to race in blinkers in jumping races. Mr E. Musgrove was fined the sum of $300-00 for this offence.
The Stewards today concluded their inquiry from the Warrnambool Racing Club meeting on September 15th, 2002 into the reasons for REJECT not being attended to by a licensed person whilst on course at Warrnambool on the 15th September, 2002.
Whilst accepting the evidence tendered by Mr E. Musgrove trainer of REJECT as to the reason why REJECT had not been supervised by a licensed person stewards notified Mr E. Musgrove that it is his responsibility that horses in his care must be attended to at all times and if he is unable to attend a race meeting a letter should be forwarded to Stewards informing them of his inability to attend and nominate the person he places in charge in his absence.
Sandown (Vic)
- Saturday, 21 September 2002 00:00
Penetrometer: 5.47
Weather: FINE
Rail: OUT THREE METRES FOR THE ENTIRE CIRCUIT
Riding Changes:
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
| 5 | "Saratoga Sam" | Vincent Hall | K. McEvoy | Indisposed |
| 7 | "Levendiz" | R. McLeod | Dale Smith | Became Indisposed |
| 8 | "Ebony Beauty" | R. McLeod | Michelle Payne | Indisposed |
Race 1 - POOLEY BRIDGE TRIAL HURDLE - 3100 metres:
Acting on a report from the Starter that "Nostrovia" was difficult to place in the starting stalls, and as "Nostrovia" had proved difficult to load on a previous occasion, the Stewards notified Mr. G. Mallinson that the horse was suspended from racing until such time as it performs to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a trial. Mr. Mallinson was further notified that "Nostrovia" must obtain a barrier test certificate at that time.
As the result of the above, the start of the race was delayed.
Race 2 - LOWLAND HANDICAP - 1600 metres:
"Mondavi" was re-plated behind the barrier prior to the race, which resulted in the start of the race being slightly delayed.
Race 3 - BROADBRIDGE SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1200 metres:
Approaching the 200 metres "Lord Montague" was inconvenienced due to "Disco Hips (NZ)" shifting in.
Race 4 - COURTZA SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1200 metres:
Acting on a report from the Starter regarding the unruly behaviour of "Lady Garcia" when being placed in its starting stall, the Stewards notified Ms Rhiannon Schiffer, who was representing Mr. Robbie Griffiths, trainer, that the filly is now suspended from racing until such time as it trials to the satisfaction of the Stewards, at which time a barrier test certificate must be obtained for "Lady Garcia".
On two occasions near the 800 metres "Homecoming Queen (NZ)" faltered in the going.
Rounding the home turn "Dean's Wish" had to be checked off the heels of "Stellar Finare", and in so doing shifted out and bumped "Homecoming Queen (NZ)".
Near the 200 metres "All Monde" had to be checked when tightened for room between "Dean's Wish" and "Warrior Elf" which, after being brushed by "Homecoming Queen (NZ)", shifted in when laying in, and shifted in further away from that filly.
After passing the 200 metres R. McLeod, rider of "Sweet Poss", dropped his whip.
Race 5 - CARLTON DRAUGHT HANDICAP - 1400 metres:
Prior to the declaration of correct weight M. Pegus, rider of "Aka Bilk (NZ)", third placegetter, viewed the Stewards' videos and decided not to lodge an objection.
R. Wheeler, rider of "Paestum", second placegetter, weighed in one kilogram in excess of his declared weight. After taking into account the circumstances the Stewards gave R. Wheeler the benefit of the doubt as to whether he was fully responsible for the discrepancy.
Over the concluding stages of the race "Aka Bilk (NZ)" was hampered, and had to change course , and "Paestum" was taken out off its course by "Zabeels Angel (NZ)" (Michelle Payne), which shifted out under pressure when not sufficiently clear. Michelle Payne was severely reprimanded, and notified that she must stop riding and straighten her mount in future.
A veterinary examination of "Pentathlon", which had performed below expectations, failed to reveal any apparent abnormality.
Race 6 - MORSE CODE SUPER VOBIS STAYERS HANDICAP - 2219 metres:
"Penash (NZ)" reard over backwards prior to the Starter releasing the field and became cast, and as a result kicked "Ti Tree Flyer" in an adjoining stall. Both "Penash (NZ)" and "Ti Tree Flyer" were withdrawn from the event at 4.03 p.m.
Subsequently the Stewards ordered that all monies wagered on "Penash (NZ)" and "Ti Tree Flyer" be refunded, and that all successful bets on horses prior to the time of withdrawal of "Penash (NZ)" and "Ti Tree Flyer" be subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket: Win Bets: 29 cents; Place Bets: 23 cents; Winning Concession Bets: 27 cents and Doubles Bets: 29 cents. All monies bet after the Stewards' declaration of withdrawal were ordered to be paid at face value of the ticket.
As Mr. C. Little, trainer of "Penash (NZ)" , had left the course the Stewards will interview him in respect of the mare's behaviour.
Near the 500 metres "Zabuan (NZ)" had to be checked off the heels of "Bold Impulse", which was weakening badly.
A veterinary examination of "Penash (NZ)" revealed that the mare had sustained a laceration to the poll, and abrasions to the near-side elbow and forearm.
A veterinary examination of "Bold Impulse" revealed that the gelding was lame in the off fore leg.
Race 7 - MOOKTA HANDICAP - 1200 metres:
Prior to the declaration of correct weight A. Findlay, rider of "Out of Options", third placegetter, viewed the Stewards' patrol video and lodged an objection against "Yoruba" being declared the winner on the grounds of alleged interference from the 200 metres to the winning post. After the parties had viewed the Stewards' videos and after hearing the evidence of the parties concerned, the Stewards dismissed the objection.
Subsequently it was established that after passing the 200 metres "Out of Options" was taken out by "Yoruba" (C. Newitt) which, after shifting out, continued to shift out when not clear. "Out of Options" then changed course to the inside of "Yoruba" to obtain a clear run. When "Yoruba" continued to shift out "Shango's Image", which was racing on the outside of "Out of Options", was inconvenienced. The Stewards, whilst giving the benefit of the doubt to C. Newitt, rider of "Yoruba", whether he was sufficiently clear of "Out of Options" when he initially shifted out, severely reprimanded him for continuing to shift out, but notified him that he must exercise far greater care when shifting ground in future.
"Foxborough" was slow to begin.
Race 8 - SEPTEMBER HANDICAP - 1200 metres:
Approaching the first turn "Blues Explosion" had to be eased when tightened for room by "Julouka" (Reece Wheeler), which shifted in slightly. Reece Wheeler was reprimanded and advised that he must ensure that he is clear of other runners when shifting ground in future.
On straightening "Julouka", which shifted out slightly, had to be eased off the heels of "Fairy Flash", which shifted in slightly. "Dreamalot", which was following, was hampered in consequence.
Subsequent to the race the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that "Ebony Beauty:" had sustained a laceration to its near eye.
SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of all races today.
RESUMED INQUIRIES: Melbourne Racing Club - Sunday, 15th September, 2002. Race 2.
Near the 1100 metres 'French Elle", which initially raced tight on the inside of "Awe", then had to be checked when tightened for room by that filly, which was taken in by "She's a Monty", which shifted in when hanging in.
B. Prebble was severely reprimanded for leaving the racecourse on the 15th September, 2002 without first obtaining a clearance from the Stewards to do so.
SUMMARY |
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| FINES | Mr. Stuart Webb, trainer of "Bagatrix", was fined $30 for using wrong colours on the gelding. Race 5. |
| SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS: | B. Prebble was severely
reprimanded for leaving the racecourse on the 15th September without obtaining
a clearance form the Stewards. C. Newitt was severely reprimanded for shifting ground when not clear. Race 7. Michelle Payne was severely reprimanded for shifting ground when not clear. |
Echuca (Vic)
- Sunday, 22 September 2002 00:00
Weather: Fine
Rail: True
Riding Changes:
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
| 2 | Howley Hall | M. Pegus | M. Johnstone | Indisposed |
| 4 | Carry On Counting | M. Pegus | W. Davis | Indisposed |
| 4 | Final Forward | E. Marchant | L. Nolen | Failed to arrive |
| 5 | Te Moana (NZ) | D. O'Heare | W. Doyle | Unavailable |
| 7 | Vettori Gold | D. Short | M. Heagney | Non-engagement |
| 7 | Tubbarubba Lady | M. Pegus | N. Stanley | Indisposed |
| 8 | Yumali | M. Pegus | L. Nolen | Indisposed |
| 8 | Amia | L. Robertson | B. Payne | Overweight |
Race 1 – Deniliquin RSL SV 3YO Class 2 Handicap – 1100 metres:
On arrival at the course Fabian Alesci was examined by the Club's Doctor and passed fit to ride. Cool Azz was slow to begin. Revolve Around Him jumped away awkwardly. Fabian Alesci rider of Bow She Goes which had performed below expectations stated to the Stewards that the filly traveled well in the early and middle stages of the race but failed to respond to his riding in the straight. A veterinary examination of Bow She Goes revealed no abnormality.
Race 2 - Royal Children's Hospital SV 3YO Maiden Plate - 1400m
During the race Misscando raced greenly. Approaching the 200m Leicamondee was hampered due to Gypsy Fingers shifting in under pressure. Approaching the winning post Leicamondee was held up for a run due to Gypsy Fingers (E. Cassar) continuing to shift in and Demon Pete shifting out slightly. Eddie Cassar was advised that he must stop riding and straighten his mounts when in similar circumstances in future.
Race 3 - Prato Fashions Maiden Plate (1) - 1200m
After being placed in its barrier Broad Style became restless, reared and became cast. Broad Style was taken from the barriers, examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to run. Broad Style was slow to begin. Passing the 900m Line Of Vision when pulling hard shifted out and hampered Twilight Reign.
Race 4 - Prato Fashions Maiden Plate (2) - 1200m
Stewards adjourned an enquiry into the reason for E. Marchant failing to fulfil his engagement. When the gates opened Carry On Counting stood flat footed and lost considerable ground. Rustic Court raced greenly in the early and middle stages. Rounding the home corner Better Star hung out.
Race 5 - Great Western Maiden Plate - 2100m
When Te Moana (NZ) weakened near the 600m Lack O' Fun was taken back through the field. Near the 600m Just Clipper hung out. Approaching the 400m Lets Romance had to be steadied when tightened for room by Cyclone Bay which shifted in slightly.
Race 6 - Geoff O'Brien Handicap - 1400m
Approaching the 500m Royal Treen had to be eased when tightened for room between Lexitaw & Shutters which was taken out by Make A Scene which shifted out to obtain a run. At the entrance to the straight O'Temptation had to be eased off the heels of Al Borak (NZ).
Race 7 - Southern Cross Ten Class 2 Handicap - 1400m
In the early and middle stages of the race Bangerang Clyde overraced and approaching the 800m accidentally clipped the heels of Danse D'Or (NZ).
Race 8 - Natio Australia Class 1 Handicap - 1600m
Link Robertson who was to be overweight on Amia was notified that he must not accept rides outside his weight bracket otherwise he might be penalized. Zaravitch was slow to begin and then was tightened for room between Forelli and Belgrade when both of those horses shifted ground. Approaching the 400m Yumali had to be eased when tightened for room between Forelli and Belgrade when both horses shifted ground slightly.
Race 9 - Kirkby's Bakery Class 1 Handicap - 1200m
On jumping away Bangerang Bonnie shifted out which resulted in Secret Voodoo being taken out onto General Carson, Just Brawny and Front The Judge which resulted in those horses being hampered. Approaching the 700m Secret Voodoo when overracing had to be checked to avoid the heels of General Carson.
SWAB SAMPLES: were taken from the following
runners:-
Race Two - Demon Pete, winner.
Race Three - Good Azz, winner.
Race Six - Lexitaw, unplaced (random).
Race Seven - Tawny Pulse, winner.
Race Eight - Forelli, winner.
SUMMARY |
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| FINES | Race Seven - Stuart Webb trainer of Vettori Gold was fined the sum of $30 for using wrong colors on the horse. |
| SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS: | Fabian Alesci was severely reprimanded for failing to provide a medical clearance when requested to do so. Stewards took into account that Fabian Alesci's good record in this area. |
Pre-race blood samples were taken from the following horses
for post race analysis.
Race 2 - Tis Mahal.
Race 5 - Castle Creek & Lack O'Fun.
Race 8 - Belgrade & Ice Ranger.
Today Stewards concluded the enquiry into Nikita Beriman's unnecessary use of the whip when she rode Cheval Marie in the Class 1 Handicap 1600m run at Echuca on September 1, 2002. Nikita Beriman was fined $200.00 and advised that a repetition would lead to far more severe action being taken in future.
Geelong (Vic)
- Saturday, 21 September 2002 00:00
Weather: FINE
Rail: OUT 8 METRES
Penetrometer: 3.70
Riding Changes:
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
| 1 | Devine Power (NZ) | D Schmitt | M Allen | Indisposed |
| 1 | Phantom Run | D O'Heare | R Cartwright | Unavailable |
| 5 | Gospel Road | M Hagley | L Milham | Unavailable |
Race 1 - PRESTIGE JAYCO MAIDEN PLATE (1) - 1335 metres:
Dubbilo's Heaven (NZ) was slow to begin.
Rounding the home turn, and in the early part of the straight, Jungle Trail was held up when unable to obtain a clear run.
Near the 100 metres, Aetolus shifted in abruptly when struck with the whip.
Approaching the winning post, Phantom Run, when making ground, shifted out and hampered Our Rubiton.
Race 2 - PRESTIGE JAYCO MAIDEN PLATE (2) - 1335 metres:
Near the 800 metres, Wattage shifted in and tightened Thargellion.
Approaching the 100 metres, Paberosa was disappointed for a run between Mayman and Mentmore Lass, which shifted in slightly.
Race 3 - BAY FM MAIDEN PLATE - 1135 metres:
After being placed in the barriers, Sieben reared and became temporarily cast. Acting on veterinary advice, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Sieben at 1.07 pm. The Stewards ordered all monies bet for a win and/or place and concession betting on Sieben to be refunded. All successful bets on horses prior to time of withdrawal of Sieben are subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket: Win Bets: 3; Place Bets: 4; Winning Concession Bets: 3; Doubles Bets: 3. All monies bet after the Stewards' declaration of withdrawal to be paid at face value of ticket.
Acting on a report from the Starter regarding the unruly behaviour of Sieben at the barrier, the Stewards notified Ms W Mueller, trainer of the gelding, that an official warning would be placed on the gelding, and that she must produce a barrier test certificate in respect of Sieben prior to it racing again.
Due to this, the start of the race was delayed.
Beau Gallant was slow to begin.
Shortly after the start, Stormy Sac shifted in and tightened Imposing Mayhem in on to Puss in Cahoots (NZ). Shortly after this, Stormy Sac was tightened for room between Imposing Mayhem and Delaine, which shifted in slightly.
Approaching the 800 metres, Imposing Mayhem, which was over-racing, shifted out and had to be checked off the heels of Delaine. As a result, Uplands Boyo, which was following, was hampered in consequence.
On the home turn, Bomzaway was inconvenienced when tightened for room on two occasions between Beau Gallant and Imposing Mayhem, which shifted out.
Throughout the race, Beau Gallant had a tendency to lay in.
Race 4 - CRIMSON & CLOVER FILLIES & MARES MDN PLT - 1750 metres:
On arrival at the course, Blushing Plume was examined by the Club's veterinary surgeon, who reported that the filly had injured its near-hind leg and was unfit to run. Acting on this, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Blushing Plume at 1.00 pm.
J Patton, rider of Pharline, was severely reprimanded for having failed to ride his mount out to the end of the race.
Race 5 - BROWN SUGAR CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 2455 metres:
Nil Report.
Race 6 - CAVALIER ART SUPPLIES LADIES' DAY FASHION PLATE - 1535 metres:
Nil Report.
Race 7 - LOBSTER CAVE 3YO CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1235 metres:
W Nolan, rider of Clocktower, which had performed poorly, stated to the Stewards that the gelding did not travel well at any stage and had a tendency to lay in throughout the race. W Nolan added that in his opinion Clocktower did not handle the track conditions today. A veterinary examination subsequent to the race revealed no abnormality.
Race 8 - BAY CITY PLAZA CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1235 metres:
Jotrace knuckled on jumping away.
Near the 700 metres, Phenomenon was tightened for room by Bright Spark, which was taken in by Serai (M Flaherty) which shifted in slightly. Shortly after this incident, Phenomenon had to be checked when tightened for room by Bright Spark, which shifted in away from Serai. M Flaherty will be notified to ensure that he leaves sufficient room for other runners in future.
Race 9 - TOWNHOUSE DESIGN FILLIES AND MARES CLASS 2 HCP - 1750 metres:
Nil Report.
SWAB SAMPLES: routine swab samples were taken from the winners of the following races today: Race 1, Trust Me Not; Race 3, Stormy Sac; Race 4, Venetian Blush; Race 6, Big Demand; Race 8, Will She Work.
SUMMARY |
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| FINES | Race 7, Dendane, Mr G Woolston, $30 for wrong colours. |
| SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS: | Race 4 - J Patton, severe reprimand. |
| HORSE ACTIONS: | Race 3, Sieben, warned. |
Northerly Holds Out Miss in Classic Underwood
- Sunday, 22 September 2002 00:00
Champion West Australian galloper Northerly is set to return to
Caulfield for the Group One Caulfield Cup (2400m) after his fighting win in this
afternoon's Underwood Stakes.Today's win in the race gave the star six-year-old back to back wins in the Group One weight-for-age event after he won the same race twelve months earlier.
There were some anxious moments in the run, but like he has during much of his career the champion qualities shone through as he held out the challenges of the Bart Cummings trained Magical Miss.
Winning trainer Fred Kersely indicated he would head toward the
Caulfield Cup, although a firm commitment on a rider was far from resolved.
Greg Childs extended his unbeaten run on the son of Serheed to four, while multiple Scobie Breasley medallist Damien Oliver has been a regular in the saddle of the WA star.
"I guess Greg and Damien might have to sit down and have a talk about it," Kersley said with a smile.
Again Kersley was searching for superlatives for the horse which shot the jockey sized harness star into the spotlight of the thoroughbred scene.
"I thought she was going to get him," Kersley said
referring to the challenge issued by the Bart Cummings trained Magical Miss in the home
straight.
"But again he found a way to win," he added.
At the post Northerly held a head advantage over Magical Miss, while Don Eduardo made up good ground to finish third, a further four lengths back.
Greg Childs was also full of praise for Northerly after the gutsy win.
"He is a great horse," Childs said. "I'm just pleased to be able to ride the two best horses (Northerly and Sunline) in Australasia."
Bart Cummings said he was still unsure as to whether he would head to the Caulfield Cup or the Cox Plate.
"It all depends on what horses run in the Cox Plate of
course," the Cups king said. "It's a nice race (the Cox Plate) and I'd love to
win it."
Connections of the third placed Don Eduardo were pleased with his improved effort in today's event.
"It was a much better effort," jockey Damien Oliver said. "He got a bit of a squeeze but still picked up."
Trainer Lee Freedman reported that the well bred entire would head to the Caulfield Cup, via the Group Two Turnbull Stakes which will be run at Flemington in two weeks time.
PICS - Quentin Lang.
Smith Back in Melbourne Without Skybeau
- Friday, 20 September 2002 00:00
In recent years when veteran Adelaide trainer Len Smith has been seen on a Melbourne track the veteran stayer Skybeau has been close by his side.
On Sunday the Cheltenham based horseman will be one of the many trainers hunting significant prizemoney on a spectacular day of racing at Caulfield, but Skybeau will be hundreds of kilometres away.
Smith will be accompanied to "the Heath" by his new stable star, Bisha Mon who is South Australias most in form galloper with five straight wins.
Bisha Mon, a son of the international siring success Last Tycoon, has had his share of problems during his short, yet illustrious career to date.
Smith told Cyberhorse that the five-year-old has already had two operations, and the horse had shown great ability and character to come back each time.
"Hes been doing a terrific job here in Adelaide," Smith said. "Since hes been back this time in work hes won three from three."
Following his first city success at Cheltenham in October last year, connections were left wondering what might have been when it was discovered the gelding would require a second operation.
"He chipped a bone in a knee last year," Smith said. "And that was the second bone hed chipped after earlier on he did the same thing with the other front leg."
Despite having trained horses for many decades, the Group One winning horseman said he had reservations about the gelding being able to come back to the track successfully.
"Ive never had a horse do this twice in different legs and then come back like this bloke has," Smith said. "Hes obviously a very smart little horse."
On Sunday the lightly raced Bisha Mon will be attempting six straight wins in the $50,000 Dubai Shopping Festival Plate (1200m) in his first run in Melbourne.
"Im thinking he is obviously going to be very competitive," Smith reported. "Hes trained on beautifully and has a nice barrier."
After first attempting to gain the services of brilliant Melbourne based jockey Damien Oliver, Smith booked leading Sydney hoop Chris Munce to ride the gelding.
"I rang Damiens manager and he said hed already had a ride, but he said Chris was coming down from Sydney," he said. "Ive had some success with Chris in the past, so I was pleased to be able to get him to ride."
Should Bisha Mon prove his worth in Sundays competitive last race he will again be set for a race in Melbourne.
"If he runs well then we would run him in the 1200 metre race on Melbourne Cup Day," Smith said referring to the $81,000 Welter to be run at Flemington on November 5.
While one of the countrys most popular stayers Skybeau, who is now enjoying a life in equestrian circles, Smith is hoping his new stable star can emulate his former star by winning in Melbourne.
PIC - Jenny Barnes.
Pernod Tops off Pair's Huge Day
- Sunday, 22 September 2002 00:00
Classy mare Pernod has continued the winning roll of trainer Michael Moroney and
jockey Kerrin McEvoy when she ran down Bel Esprit in a thrilling Group One Dubai Racing
Club Cup (1400m) at Caulfield today.After getting back in the field today the daughter of Centaine swtiched to the better going on the outside of the track and then stormed home to down the favourite Bel Esprit, who suffered his second defeat in eight days.
For McEvoy it was winner number four, while Moroney registered a treble with the Group One success.
"What can you say it's been a big day," Moroney said moments after the win.
"She's a top quality mare and for a long time I have thought she was right up to the best and thankfully she proved that today."
To the cheers of her joyous syndicate Pernod carved out super quick final
sectionals to run down Bel Esprit who was being hailed the winner after kicking clear
shortly after straightening.
"I wasn't sure she was going to catch him when he skipped a couple (lengths) in front," Moroney added.
"But she has an exceptional final sprint and she was able to grab him late which was great."
Moroney had registered earlier wins with the Sangster owned Venus Was Her Name and the regally bred Taimana, while McEvoy rode those two winners as well as the Group Three Guineas Prelude victor Great Glen.
"You can't ask for much more," a jubilant McEvoy said while displaying four fingers for photographers.
"She's been a great mare to me and it's a huge thrill to win a Group One."
Bel Esprit's trainer John Symons said he was pleased with the effort of his classy colt, who was three quarters of a length from the winner who was rapidly peeling away at the finish.
"It was a really good run," Symons said. "It's just a
pity he wasn't able to come back under Damien a little better."
Oliver, who dumped the unplaced Chong Tong to ride the son of Royal Academy, told Symons that things didn't quite to plan during the second half of the race.
"Damien said the leader (Tit for Taat) left him in front too early and he was basically a sitting duck."
Royal Code lost few admirers with his strong third, a further neck back from Bel Esprit. He didn't have a great deal of galloping room and hit the line in good style.
His trainer David Hall said despite being in the current field for the Group One Epsom Handicap in Sydney he would keep the gelding in Melbourne for the Toorak Handicap.
PICS - Quentin Lang.
Sale (Vic)
- Friday, 20 September 2002 00:00
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Riding Changes:
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
| 1 | GET READY FOR THIS | C. Quilty | T. Gray | Indisposed |
| 2 | MANUMA | L. Robertson | L. Milham | Indisposed |
| 2 | GO HARVES | K. Cosson | J. Darose | Indisposed |
| 2 | BELLAILE | C. Quilty | R. Wood | Indisposed |
| 9 | AEDES | W. Davis | R. McLeod | Dual Engagement |
* No other rider available
Race 1 -PAYNESVILLE OLD PUB MAIDEN PLATE 1000 metres:
Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Ms R. Nairn who
was representing Mr Bill Mitchell, trainer of "'GINGER", who stated that
subsequent to scratching time this morning "GINGER" was found to be suffering
from an elevated temperature and was therefore unfit to run, Stewards ordered the
withdrawal of "GINGER " at 8.27 a.m. A Veterinary Certificate in respect of
"GINGER" was submitted to the race Club.
Shortly after the start "CAFÉ DANZA" knuckled.
Near the 500 metres "ETHEL MAY" and "CAFÉ DANZA" had to be checked
when tightened for room between "BALLY MITCHELL" and "GET READY FOR
THIS" which was taken out slightly by "INNES CASTLE" which shifted out when
commencing to make a run.
Race 2 - SPRING MAIDEN PLATE (1) 1400 metres:
When the gates opened "INQUISITIONAL" jumped away
awkwardly and lost ground.
D. Nikolic, rider of "REFUTE" fifth placegetter, stated to the Stewards that he
stopped riding approaching the winning post as he believed he was getting close to the
heels of "KAARLA" the third placegetter. Stewards notified D. Nikolic that in
future he must ride all his mounts out in a manner that leaves no room for query.
Race 3 -SPRING MAIDEN PLATE (2) 1400 metres:
When the gates opened "OKA" stood flat-footed and
lost a considerable amount of ground. Mr G. Mallinson, trainer of the gelding, was
notified that Stewards were placing a warning against the gelding for its performance
today and should it perform in a similar manner again action may be taken against it.
In the early stages of the race "MERETICIAN" overraced.
Race 4 -SUPER VOBIS THREE YEARS OLD FILLIES CLASS 2 HANDICAP 1400 metres:
No report.
Race 5 -SEPTEMBER MAIDEN PLATE 1700 metres:
V. Hall rider of "DETERMINATOR (NZ)" which performed poorly, stated to the Stewards that in the early stages of the race the saddle on "DETERMINATOR (NZ)" shifted forward placing him at a disadvantage for the remainder of the race. He also stated that his mount was a beaten horse at the 500 metres. Subsequent to the race a veterinary examination of "DETERMINATOR (NZ)" was showing no abnormalities.
Race 6 - CARLTON DRAUGHT HANDICAP 1400 metres:
No report.
Race 7 - PUBLICANS CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1500 metres:
At the entrance to the straight "CHRYSAETOS" which was hanging out, shifted out and hampered "DIVIDE AND CONQUER (NZ)" and "BELRICH". For the remainder of the straight "CHRYSAETOS" hung out badly. Mr A. Evett, foreman for Mr C. Brown, trainer of "CHRYSAETOS" was notified that Stewards were placing a warning against the horse for its performance today and that should it perform again in a similar manner action may be taken against it.
Race 8 - STEEPLES OF MORNINGTON CLASS 3 HANDICAP 1200 metres:
On jumping away "TOUCH OF AMBER" knuckled.
Race 9 - HOTELIERS CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1700 metres:
Shortly after the start "METRONOME" had to be
checked when tightened for room between "BOYD" and "MAKYBE DIVA (GB)"
which was taken out by "LOCH 'N' ROLL" who in turn was taken out slightly by
"WHAT A NATURAL (NZ)".
Approaching the winning post "STRAWBERRY AFFAIR (NZ)" shifted out and
inconvenienced "MAKYBE DIVA (GB)".
SWAB SAMPLES -
Routine swab samples were taken from the following winners:
Race 2 - ABSCISSION.
Race 3 - BELGRADE.
Race 4 - LANA BELLE.
Race 6 - BOORTKOI MUSTANG.
A random swab sample was taken from:
Race 8 - ADAMARTAIG.
Five horses were today pre-race blood tested for post-race analysis.
FINES AND EXPLANATIONS:
Race 6 - Stewards accepted the explanation offered by Mr C. Parry trainer of
"TOUCH OF MAHOGANY" regarding his late notification of a rider.
Mr C.I. Brown was fined a total sum of $30 for using the wrong colours on his respective
horses: SEFTON, CHANCELOT, DETERMINATOR (NZ), CHRYSAETOS.
Glen Great in Guineas Prelude
- Sunday, 22 September 2002 00:00
Great Glen is on track for the Group One Caulfield Guineas after a
stunning all the way win in this afternoon's Group Three Guineas Prelude at Caulfield.A member of the Leon Macdonald stables, Great Glen was sent out at big odds in today's event after missing a place at Flemington recently.
"His last run really wasn't that bad," Macdonald's stable foreman Andrew Noblet said.
"He raced too keen and was out running into a strong
wind," he added.
Noblet said the son of Regal Classic, already a Group winner in Adelaide, would progress to the Group One Caulfield Guineas over 1600 metres.
"There's no real reason he won't get the 1600 metres of the Guineas," Noblet predicted.
Great Glen, who was ridden by an in form Kerrin McEvoy, was named after a picturesque European region after his breeder Des Pope sat down to watch some television.
"I was watching an episode of National Geographic one night and there was a program on about Scotland and this area called Great Glen," Pope said.
"It was a really nice place and I thought it would be a nice
name for a horse," he added with a smile.
The win also erased a touch of disappointment for Pope, who bred and races the previous race beaten favourite Innovation Girl.
After racing wide throughout the classy daughter of Rubiton tried hard before finishing a close up fifth behind La Bella Dame.
PICS - Quentin Lang.
Lethal Leigh Set to Land Killer Punch
- Friday, 20 September 2002 00:00
While most of the attention will be centred around the star performers Northerly, Bel Esprit, Magical Miss and Innovation Girl, one of Victoria's most exciting young performers, Lethal Leigh, will also be galloping for a share of the prizemoney on a huge day of racing.
Lethal Leigh is to Wales what Northerly is to Kersley and Bel Esprit is to Symons. In fact - that's probably not quite right. This young son of Prince of Birds has been a member of the "family" right from day one.
Wales raced Lethal Leigh's dam Sweet Pippa, who was a daughter of Let's Get Physical, who in turn is out of a stakes placed daughter of the champion stayer Rain Lover.
"She (Sweet Pippa) won four races and that would have been five but she lost one on protest," Wales said. "Although she was bred to get further she only won about the 1200 metre range."
It is those points that Wales, who's stable at present totals three, thinks Lethal Leigh can get to at least a mile (1600m) in the future.
A lightly raced son of Prince of Birds, Lethal Leigh will be having just his sixth start on Saturday, and connections are hoping it will be win number four.
The Lethal Leigh story is an interesting one to say the least. And his "lethal" tag was been with him since day one.
"I remember when he was a foal and I was looking after him he would kick and bite and generally be a real handful," Wales said. "I nicknamed his Leigh and I guess Lethal stuck from his early problems."
"Luckily we gelded him early on and since then he has quietened down quite a bit and he's actually now the best behaved horse in the stable," she added.
From an "obnoxious" foal, Lethal Leigh has developed into one of the state's most exciting gallopers and the pride of the tight knit Wales stable.
Right from his first gallop, Wales was aware she had found a horse with above average ability.
"He's always shown us plenty of ability," she said. "And the first time we gave him some pace work he had the feel of a good horse."
At start number one Lethal Leigh showed his natural ability when he ran second on debut in a Sale maiden, when his trainer confessed he was underdone.
"There weren't that many trials around at the time and ideally I would have liked to have given him another one before actually starting in a race. In the race he was very green and he ran second at big odds."
From a humble second at Sale, the gelding was sent straight to the "big smoke" and after sitting back midfield throughout he swept on the leaders in the straight before drawing clear for an impressive victory.
"It was a great thrill to win with his second start at Sandown," Wales recalled. "He gave me my first city winner."
Proving his initial city race success was no fluke Lethal Leigh was sent to Moonee Valley when he dealt with the Group winner Raja Lane in dashing style.
He then had no luck when given a test in a hot field in the listed Straight Six, a race won by the well bred and talented race mare Princesa.
"He went home after that race and we found he had a high temperature and things weren't right that day. He wasn't his normal self," she recalled.
Wales sent the gelding out for an immediate rest and he displayed he'd derived great benefit from the spell with a strong win first up at Sandown earlier this month.
The opposition may be a lot stronger at Caulfield on Sunday and he may be racing at a track he's never seen, but Lethal Leigh is expected to prove one of the horses to beat in the "lucky last."
While most connections would be concerned if their representative draws a wide barrier in any sprinting event, Wales feels barrier fourteen could actually be a blessing in disguise.
"It (the outside draw) might actually be in his favour," Wales said. "It's the last race and with the conditions the way they are at the moment the inside might not be the place to be."
"It's a much tougher race than I thought it would be," Wales revealed. "There's plenty of quality in the field with horses like Feel the Noise, who we beat the only time we've met, and Bisha Mon, who has put on a string of wins (in Adelaide)."
Wales, who bred, reared, owns and trains the chestnut galloper, is using Sunday's race as a guide as to where Lethal Leigh will be heading over the next couple of months.
"We'll just take one step at a time," she said.