Girl to Down the Boys in Ascot Vale

Friday, 06 September 2002 00:00

McEvoy Tops Victorian List for August

Thursday, 05 September 2002 00:00

McEvoy grabbed the top spot on a countback from Darren Weir who also trained nine winners. It was a huge turnaround for McEvoy who managed just one winner in Victoria during July.

Mark Young was a standout performer registering the top strike/rate of 42.9% with six winners from his fourteen runners.

Bill Mitchell has quickly established himself in Victoria and grabbed a Top 10 spot with six winners for the month.

Top 20 Trainers on Victorian racetracks - August, 2002

PIC - Quentin Lang.

Media Release - Racing Victoria

Geelong (Vic)

Friday, 06 September 2002 00:00

Riding Changes:

Race 1 - RODERICK INSURANCE BROKERS THREE-YEARS-OLD COLTS AND GELDINGS MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 metres:

Near the 800 metres "Ungar" was tightened for room by "Cannydance", which shifted in.

Approaching the 200 metres "Lord Volksraad (NZ)" shifted in and inconvenienced "Boot 'n' Scoot".

Race 2 - BELL PARK SPORT & RECREATION CLUB THREE-YEARS-OLD FILLIES MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 metres:

On jumping away "Vivaral" was hampered when tightened for room between "Mam Jesette" and "Rentree", which shifted out.

Also on jumping away "Queen of Swords" was tightened for room between "Starred" and "Mam Jesette", which shifted out.

Near the 1000 metres "American Woman" and "Enniskerry" were tightened for room between "Miss Kate" and "Marmoso", which shifted in away from "Rentree". "Marmoso" then shifted out and inconvenienced "She's a Monty".

Approaching the 800 metres "Enniskerry" was tightened for room between "Miss Kate" and "Marmoso", which initially shifted in and brushed "Enniskerry". The interference was then aggravated due to "Marmoso" being taken in by "Mam Jesette" (D. Short), which shifted in when not sufficiently clear, and as a result "Enniskerry" had to be checked. "American Woman", which was following, was hampered in consequence. After taking into account all the circumstances the Stewards took no action other than to notify D. Short to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

In the straight "Queen of Swords" and "Heart Chaos" hung in.

Rounding the home turn and in the straight until near the 50 metres "American Woman" was held up when unable to obtain a clear run.

Race 3 - ARCHIBALD BUILDERS FILLIES AND MARES MAIDEN PLATE - 1500 metres:

When the gates opened "Waratah Secret" and "Mash Minx" were slow to begin.

Near the 1000 metres "Kapalua Bay", which was over-racing, shifted in to avoid the heels of "Tristad Folie (NZ)", and as a result hampered "Blushing Plume".

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

Race 4 - KERR'S NORTHSIDE HIRE PTY. LTD. FILLIES & MARES CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1300 metres:

On jumping away B. Fenech, rider of "Plexus", lost the use of his near-side iron.

Shortly after the start "Ruby Halo" was hampered when tightened for room between "Cristi's Tears" and "Honour her Name" due to both horses shifting ground.

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

Race 5 - UNITED WAY & BUCKLEY'S ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE HANDICAP - 1700 metres:

No report.

Race 6 - DEVINE MAPLESON CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1700 metres:

"Rekoba" was slow to begin.

In the straight "Dantarian" laid in under pressure.

Race 7 - COOPERS COPIERS CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1400 metres:

After being placed in the barriers "Gothic Lord" reared and became temporarily cast. Acting on veterinary advice the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of "Gothic Lord" at 4.06 p.m.

Subsequently the Stewards ordered that all monies wagered on "Gothic Lord" be refunded, and that all successful bets on horses prior to the time of withdrawal of "Gothic Lad" be subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket: Win Bets: Five cents; Place Bets: Six cents; Winning Concession Bets: Six cents, and Doubles Bets: Five 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 "Gothic Lord", Mr. Brian McKnight, trainer of the gelding, was notified that an official warning will be placed on the gelding and that he must produce a barrier test certificate prior to the horse racing again.

L. Robertson, rider of "Tai Chi", stated to the Stewards that after being slow to begin his mount did not travel well in the early stages, and passing the 1000 metres he then had concerns about the mare's action. Robertson added that he rode his mount along for a short distance but, as he believed that there may have been something amiss with it, he eased it down in the straight. A veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormality.

Race 8 - VICTORY INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 2400 metres:

Rounding the home turn "Ruby Jude" had difficulty in obtaining a clear run.

W. Hokai, rider of "Amalthea" which performed below expectations, stated to the Stewards that the mare over-raced in the early and middle stages of the race, and failed to respond to his riding approaching the home turnand in the straight.

SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of the following races: "Lord Volksraad (NZ)" - Race 1; "La Quinta Gold" - Race 3; "Riva Storm" - Race 4; "Aussie's Lad" - Race 5, and from "Hit the Spot" - Race 7.

Irwin's Drug Saga Continues at Sandown

Thursday, 05 September 2002 00:00

Prior to riding of the fifth race stewards on course were advised of the results of Irwin's "concerning" urine sample which was provided at the Kyneton races last Tuesday. The sample was found to have "shown the presence" of a banned substance.

At Kyenton stewards ordered Irwin to provide another sample after they had "concerns" with the sample being genuine, however Irwin did not provide the sample as provided. An inquiry will also be held as to why she did not follow the stewards' directions.

Yesterday at Sandown stewards stood Irwin down from riding both Tin Tan Belle in Race Six and Lady of the Dance in Race Eight.

Inquiries into the saga will be held at a date to be fixed.

PIC - Quentin Lang.

Valley Introduces Unique Membership Deal

Friday, 06 September 2002 00:00

The concept is simple, the more people that members enlist to the Club, the more prizes they win.

For example:
If they join 1 friend they receive a bottle of Coldstream Hills Cabernet Merlot and 2 Hoyts movie passes (valued at $52).

If they join 2 friends they receive as listed above plus a $10 match play betting voucher (valued at $62).

If they join 3 friends they receive as listed above plus 2 tickets to the Rosemount Estate marquee at the Carlton Draught Cox Plate (valued at $300).

If they join 4 friends they receive as listed above plus 2 reserved tickets in the Members grandstand at the Carlton Draught Cox Plate (valued at $520).

If they join 5 friends they receive as listed above plus a Moonee Valley Race named in their honour (valued at $960).

In addition to the free gifts they can also win the Trip of a Lifetime
valued at over $15,000. For every friend they get to joint the Club, they receive 1 entry in the draw for the Trip of a Lifetime.

The trip of a Lifetime includes:
4 x economy return airfares to any Emirates European destination
2 x nights accommodation
4 x Members tickets to the World Series racing even of your choice in either England, Germany or France

Media Release - MVRC

Flemington Prepares for a "Mac Attack"

Thursday, 05 September 2002 00:00

South Australian horses are making an attack on the early spring races with more than a dozen contenders at Flemington on Saturday.

And more than half of the raiders are prepared by the two "Macs" – Leon Macdonald and Tony McEvoy.

Macdonald, with 43 boxes at Morphettville and a further 15 at Caulfield, said his stable was overflowing with horses in what could be his best spring.

He has four chances in Saturday’s meeting, beginning with Great Glen in the Listed Drumstick Royale Plate. The promising type is having his first start beyond 1400m but Macdonald has no doubt he will relish the journey.

Last start, Great Glen finished second to Delago Brom over 1200m in the Listed Vain Stakes at Caulfield.

"He overraced slightly last start and I think that was the difference between winning and losing," Macdonald said. "I’ve taken the blinkers off for this run and I think from barrier one he’ll get a lovely run in the box seat. He’ll just bowl along and should enjoy the trip."

Great Glen, a winner of the Group 2 Breeders’ Stakes (1200m) at Morphettville earlier in the year, will have his next start over 1400m in the Group 3 Guineas Prelude at Caulfield on September 22 before the Group 1 Caulfield Guineas (1600m) in October. From there, he could even run in the AAMI Vase and the VRC Derby.

"He’s a high-class horse and I think the reason good horses get ground is because they do it easily," Macdonald said. "It all depends on his lead-up form to those races but I think he’ll measure up."

Next up for Macdonald is burly grey Eagle Rhythm in the Listed TEAC Stakes (1400m), who returned to racing with a solid three-length seventh to El Nino first-up over 1200m at Caulfield. He has an excellent record at the track and is on track for a Caulfield Cup campaign.

"He ran a terrific race first-up and I’m happy with the way he’s come through the run," Macdonald said. "He might find this a bit short, though. The next logical step is the Underwood Stakes (1800m) a fortnight later but he’s headed toward the Caulfield Cup - as long as he measures up. He’s been a slow maturing type and he might just be ready to show his best. He’s bred along very similar lines to Melbourne Cup winner Ethereal (Rhythm – Sir Tristram mare)."

Later in the day, Macdonald will saddle up consistent mare Li Lo Lill in the Listed Let’s Elope Stakes (1400m). She, too, is being targeted at the Caulfield Cup. First-up, the mare finished well back behind Pernod in the Dunlop Stakes (1200m) at Caulfield.

"She was just run off her legs first-up and was never able to get into the race," Macdonald said. "Obviously she’ll get better with more ground and at least we know she can stay. I’m aiming her at the Caulfield Cup but she’s another one who has to measure up first. There are a number of mares’ races over the carnival plus races like the Ballarat, Geelong and Bendigo Cups. There’s plenty around for her."

Stablemate Little Miss Quick is an emergency for the same race, and has earned a trip to the Melbourne stables courtesy of her excellent Adelaide form.

"She’s very honest and will eventually make a nice staying type," Macdonald said. "I’ve just brought her over to see what we can do with her in the spring but I think she’ll be a better horse in the autumn."

Honest mare Shaye Spice is ticking along nicely, according to Macdonald, in preparation for next weekend’s Group 1 Manikato Stakes, and the stable will receive another boost in the few weeks with multiple Group 1 winner Umrum and the promising Hydrometer joining the Melbourne team.

Those two horses had an exhibition gallop between races at Morphettville on Wednesday in a solid half-mile workout. Umrum, now eight, looked magnificent and will begin his campaign in the Group 3 Blackwell Funeral Spring Stakes (1200m) at Morphettville on Saturday week.

Tony McEvoy has six runners entered for the Flemington meeting, including Elegant Fashion in the Group 2 Craiglee Stakes, where he will go head-to-head with his boss, David Hayes, who is having his first Australian runner in seven years – Helene Vitality.

McEvoy’s other runners are Presumed Innocent and the impeccably bred Dubai Ice in the first event, last-start winner El Nino in the TEAC Stakes, and Court Of Jewels and Soldado in the final event.

Other South Australian runners are Olongopo for Bill Peake, Squillani for Philip Stokes and Savage Attack for Mark Minervini – all three last-start winners.

A number of horses who won feature races over the Adelaide Cup carnival are also engaged - Australasian Oaks winner Tully Thunder, Veuve Clicquot Stakes winner Silver Baron, SA Derby winner Pantani, Rain Lover Plate winner Yammer, The Jansz winner Rohatyn, Wylie Handicap winner Innovation Girl and Carlton Draught Stakes winner Firetaine all make up what looks an exciting days racing.

PICS: Li Lo Lill (Jenny Barnes). Tony McEvoy and Elegant Fashion (Quentin Lang).

Media Release - Jason Hickson (TRSA)

Callow Back on Top

Thursday, 05 September 2002 00:00

Callow averaged a winner every four rides and finished three wins clear of July's leader, Nash Rawiller. Callow last topped the list in May.

A newcomer to the list was the highly promising Brady Cross who notched an impressive eleven winners to finish in 5th spot. One of those winners (at Tatura on August 5th) came on his 16th birthday.

Former leading apprentice Vincent Hall has made a successful transition to senior ranks and finished 3rd on the list with the highest strike/rate of the jockeys in the Top 20.

Top 20 Jockeys on Victorian racetracks - August, 2002

PIC - Quentin Lang.

Media Release - Racing Victoria

Form Focus for the Ascot Vale Stakes

Wednesday, 04 September 2002 00:00

VRC Ascot Vale Stakes (1200m)

Group 2 Of $351,500 3yo-SW

TEN YEAR TRENDS

Year - Horse - Trainer - Jockey - Wgt - No. - Barr. - SP - Lead Up Form

1992 QUEGENT - V.RAIL - S.KING - 54.5 - 7 - 8 - 16 - 4th McNeil Stks

1993 BRAWNY SPIRIT - J.WINKS - H.WHITE - 54.5 - 5 - 5 - 2f - 1st VRC 1000m 2yo-1st VRC 1200m 2yo-1st McKenzie Stks

1994 RACER'S EDGE - G.RYAN - D.OLIVER - 54.5 - 4 - 5 - 6 - First run back from a spell

1995 OUR MAIZCAY - G.SEARLE - B.YORK - 57 - 1 - 9 - 1-1f - 1st San Domenico-1st Up&Coming-1st Roman Consul

1996 ENCOSTA DE LAGO - D.FREEDMAN - S.KING - 52.5 - 10 - 2 - 11-2 - 5th McKenzie Stks

1997 SHOW NO EMOTION - A.NOONAN - C.WILLIAMS - 52.5 - 7 - 6 - 9-4 - 1st Seym 2y Mdn 1104m-1st MV 1200m 2y Hcp

1998 THEATRE - R.HORE-LACY - D.GAUCI - 57 - 4 - 1 - 7-2f - 2nd Caul 3CG 1000m Hcp-3rd Manikato Stks-1st McNeil Stks

1999 SPARGO - R.SMERDON - S.AITKEN - 57 - 4 - 4 - 50 - 2nd Caul 3y 1100m Hcp-13th Vain Stks

2000 SO GORGEOUS - D.O'SULLIVAN - N.RAWILLER - 54.5 - 3 - 12 - 7 - 4th Dermody Stks-2nd Caul.1100m 3f Hcp-1st Quezette Stks

2001 NORTH BOY - T.MCEVOY - D.OLIVER - 57 - 2 - 8 - $2.60f - 1st Vain Stks

RACE-STATS

First run - 1969 Number of runnings - 33 Winners (by sex) : CG- 28 F- 5

Last 10 years: Winners to runners (by sex): CG- 9/88 F- 1/16 Caulfield Guineas winners to contest the Ascot Vale – Show a Heart (2000) Redoute’s Choice (1999) Alfa (1996) Our Maizcay (1995) St. Covet (1994)

Last 10 years: Victoria Derby winners to contest the Ascot Vale - Blevic (1994)

FEATURE RACE CONNECTIONS

Ascot Vale Stks-Caulfield Guineas: Vain(1969) Surround(1976) Manikato(1978) Our Maizcay(1995)

Ascot Vale Stks-Victoria Derby: Taj Rossi(1973) Ascot Vale Stks-MV Cox Plate: Taj Rossi (1973) Surround(1976)

Ascot Vale Stks-VATC VicHealth Cup: Manikato(1978) Our Maizcay(1995) Encosta De Lago(1996)

FORM FACTS

The Mayfield-Smith trained Innovation Girl seeks to become just the sixth filly to win the Ascot Vale Stakes, So Gorgeous in 2000 joining Toy Show, Surround, Rose of Kingston & Courtza. The daughter of Rubiton impressively took the Quezette Stakes last time out, So Gorgeous also winning that event prior to her Ascot Vale victory two years back. Third to Innovation Girl in the Quezette was the Blue Diamond runner-up Brief Embrace, the filly only unplaced once in her career,  (6^th in the Golden Slipper when trapped deep). Able Choice and Titanic Jack chased home the outstanding Bel Esprit in the McKenzie Stakes last start, Able Choice undefeated in 3 1200m outings, while Titanic Jack is out to match his sire Encosta De Lago who took this race in 1996 after also coming via the McKenzie Stakes.

FORM FOCUS - FACTS & FIGURES

Media Release - Racing Victoria

Mornington (Vic)

Thursday, 05 September 2002 00:00

Riding Changes:

* Must produce medical certificate prior to riding again.

Race 1 - CARLTON DRAUGHT STEEPLECHASE - 3400 metres:

Martin Mills, rider of "Montana Magic" which was eased out of the race after having travelled approximately 1000 metres, explained that after having hit the steeple hard near the 700 metres, he then began to perform poorly and was making a respiratory noise. The Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that he could find no abnormality with the gelding after the race. The Stewards notified Carol Faithfull, trainer of "Montana Magic", that the horse was suspended from jumps racing for 1 month and until such time as the gelding performs to the satisfaction of the Stewards in an official jumping trial.

When passing the 600 metres the first time "Masterful Lad (NZ)" hung out and hampered "Biscany" and "Kevie's Luck"..

When approaching the last steeple near the 200 metres "Masterful Lad (NZ)", which was laying in, shifted in and ran off the steeple, crashing through the inside wing. After interviewing Jonathan Bowles, rider of "Masterful Lad (NZ)", and Mr. J. J. Houlahan, trainer, the Stewards notified Mr. Houlahan that prior to Masterful Lad starting in a steeple race again it must trial to the Stewards satisfaction in an organised steeple school.

 During the race "Kevie's Luck" sustained a wound to the near hind leg. 

Race 2 - BECOME A MORNINGTON MEMBER MAIDEN PLATE - 2000 metres:

Throughout the race "Stylish Queen" hung in.

Race 3 - KIRKPATRICK'S HOTEL MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 metres:

"Wingfield" jumped away awkwardly.

Near the 800 metres "Hail Rancho" had to be eased when tightened for room between "Carnegie Bay (NZ)", which shifted out slightly, and "Regoofed" (Michelle Payne), which shifted in when not sufficiently clear. Michelle Payne was notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

Near the 700 metres "Scarville" was eased off the heels of "Wingfield", which shifted out slightly. "Hail Rancho", which was following, was then checked in consequence.

Shortly after straightening "Barnum:" had to be eased to avoid the heels of "Carnegie Bay (NZ)" (B. White), which shifted out. B. White was reprimanded, and notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

Subsequent to the race the Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that "Psychotic" was showing some signs of colic.

Race 4 - TOWNSEND FURNITURE C. G. & E. CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1500 metres:

At the start "Intrusive" jumped in on to "Prince Byron".

Race 5 - 3MP EASY MUSIC VARIETY CLASS 6 HANDICAP - 1500 metres:

At the entrance to the straight "Rough Justice (NZ)" had to be eased and changed course after attempting a run between "Miss Dehere" and "San Antone (NZ)" where there was insufficient room.

During the race "Brunette" suffered a bleeding attack.

Race 6 - STEEPLES TABARET CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1200 metres:

No report.

Race 7 - BEEZE NEEZE FURNITURE CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1000 metres:

Rounding the home turn and in the early part of the straight "Red Edition" was disappointed for a clear run.

Race 8 - MFC MORTGAGES FAND M CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1500 metres:

Danse Macabre dislodged its rider on the way to the barrier, was examined by the club vet and passed fit to race.

 SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of the following races: "Captain Nice Guy" - Race 2; "San Antone (NZ)" - Race 5; "Club Red" - Race 6 and "Seddenga" - Race 7.

Sandown (Vic)

Wednesday, 04 September 2002 00:00

Riding Changes:

• Must produce medical certificate prior to riding again.

** No other senior rider available at the weight.

Race 1 - FISCOM HURDLE - 3156 metres:

Near the 800 metres the first time "Le Thief" was tightened on to the running rail by "Just a Look (NZ)", which was taken in by "Bubbl;e Gum" (Andrea Beveridge) which, when over-racing, initially shifted in. The tightening was aggravated when "Woody Woodpecker (NZ)" (B. Scott) then shifted in and tightened "Bubble Gum" on to "Just a Look (NZ)" and "Le Thief". After taking into account all the circumstances the Stewards reprimanded Andrea Beveridge, and notified her to exercise more care. B. Scott was severely reprimanded and notified that he must ensure that he is clear of other runners at all times.

B. Scott, rider of "Woody Woodpecker (NZ)", was severely reprimanded for permitting his horse to shift in near the 800 metres on the second occasion when not sufficiently clear of "Bubble Gum", which resulted in "Bubble Gum" being tightened for room and having to be eased.

Race 2 - GREY BOOTS HANDICAP - 1500 metres:

No report.

Race 3 - DENISE'S JOY SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1200 metres:

In the straight "Luminous Liaison", when making ground, was held up approaching and passing the 200 metres when disappointed for a run behind "Woodjah" and "Delaine".

Near the 100 metres "Amoroso" had a tendency to lay in under pressure, and as a result G. Childs had to stop riding and straighten the filly

Race 4 - HYMETTUS SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1200 metres:

"Royal Rule" jumped away awkwardly, and shortly after the start was tightened for room between "Classicus" and "Noble Start" when both horses shifted ground.

Approaching the 200 metres "Actuary" shifted out across the heels of "Unbridled Smile".

"Tomakomai" raced greenly, and shifted ground from the 200 metres.

Approaching the winning post "Mythological", which was laying in, had to be eased off the heels of "Tomakomai", which shifted out slightly.

D. Gauci, rider of "Royal Rule", explained that after being tightened for room slightly after the start, "Royal Rule" did not stretch out in the early and middle stages of the race, and he believed that something may have been amiss with it as it did not feel right in its action throughout the race. A veterinary examination of "Royal Rule" failed to reveal any abnormality.

Race 5 - FUTURE HANDICAP - 1200 metres:

"Regal Shot", which had been restless in its stall, jumped away awkwardly, threw its head in the air, shifted in, and bumped "Star Bidder", resulting in both those horses losing considerable ground.

For some distance approaching and passing the 800 metres "Berezny" raced tight on the inside of "Redclay" which, in turn, was racing close to the heels of "Mr. Murphy".

V. Duric, rider of "Berezny" which performed below expectations, stated that the horse did not appreciate racing on the inside of other runners running down the hill, and then gave ground in the run home. A veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormality.

Near the 700 metres "Redclay", which was racing close to the heels of "Mr. Murphy", had to be checked off the heels of "Mr. Murphy" when taken out slightly by "Berezny".

Rounding the home turn "Mr. Lofty (NZ)", when unable to obtain a clear run and when making ground in the straight, had to shift out to avoid the heels of "Berezny" to obtain a clear run after passing the 200 metres. "Mr. Lofty (NZ)", which continued to make ground, then had to be steadied off the heels of "Mr. Murphy" near the 100 metres.

Race 6 - T. R. TREVASKIS HANDICAP - 1300 metres: Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Mr. Grant Dalziel, trainer of "Rory's Jane", who stated that the mare was unfit to run, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of "Rory's Jane" at 8.15 a.m. A veterinary certificate has been produced for "Rory's Jane".

Acting on a report from the analyst, which was received subsequent to the running of Race 5, indicating that the preliminary analysis of a urine sample provided by Lisa Irwin on Tuesday, 27^th August, had shown the presence of a substance banned by AR.81B, the Stewards stood Lisa Irwin down from fulfilling her engagements today. Lisa Irwin provided the urine sample following a direction given to her on Monday, 26^th August, at the Hamilton racecourse. G. Childs was substituted as the rider of "Tin Tan Belle".

"Granniah" knuckled on jumping away.

Near the 1000 metres "Midday Matinee" threw its head in the air when being eased off the heels of "Eulalie".

Near the 900 metres "Skyworth", which had a tendency to over-race, clipped the heels of "Blues Explosion", and almost fell.

Rounding the home turn "Embraceable You (NZ)" had difficulty obtaining a clear run before switching to the outside at the entrance to the straight.

"Venus was her Name" had difficulty obtaining a clear run in the straight, and near the 100 metres had to be eased off the heels of "Midday Matinee", which shifted in.

Race 7 - MAPLE HANDICAP - 2237 metres: Turning out of the straight "Anyone we Know (NZ)" had to be checked off the heels of "Biggs (NZ)" (N. Rawiller), which shifted in. N. Rawiller was notified to ensure that he is clear of other runners when shifting ground.

"Bold Impulse", which weakened badly from the home turn, was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon who reported that the gelding was showing signs of distress subsequent to the race.

Race 8 - ANALIGHT HANDICAP - 2137 metres: Rounding the home turn and in the early part of the straight "Let's Remember" was held up when unable to obtain a clear run.

Craig Newitt, rider of 'Best Intentions" which performed poorly, stated that the mare was reluctant to race when put under pressure from the home turn, and gave ground in the straight. Newitt added that "Best Intentions" appeared normal on pulling up. A veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormality.

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

EXPLANATIONS: Fabian Alesci was notified as the rider of "Pagola" in accordance with the Rules. (Race 2)