Pakenham (Vic)

Sunday, 25 August 2002 00:00

Track: DEAD
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE POSITION

Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
2	"Sneak Peek"	D. Schmitt	B. Fenech	Inquiry adjourned
3	"Shalicia" *	M. Goring	I. Culliver	Indisposed
6	"Kosta's Delight" *	M. Goring	I. Culliver	Indisposed
7	"Rich Finale" *	M. Goring	R. Booth	Indisposed
9	"Tip the Atlantic" *	M. Goring	S. Noll	Indisposed
9	"Tobbio"	Katrina Cosson	J. Benbow	Unavailable

* Must produce medical certificate prior to riding again

Race 1 - HARKAWAY HOMES THREE-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN PLATE (1) - 1000 metres:

Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Mr. Peter Newcombe, trainer of "Sweet Gypsy Rose", who stated that they were unable to load the filly on to the float, the Stewards withdrew "Sweet Gypsy Rose" from the event at 10.15 a.m.

On jumping away "Old Gold for Me" knuckled.

"Modern Glory" had to be checked when tightened for room between "Champion Blitz (NZ)" and "Wild Rapid", which was taken out by "Gotrice", which shifted out on jumping away.

Shortly after jumping away "Jest Dreamin", which had begun awkwardly, had to be eased off the heels of "As a Wink", which shifted in slightly. As a result of this incident "Champion Blitz (NZ)" shifted out slightly and hampered "Allez Gallop".

Near the 600 metres "Mam Jesette" had to be eased to avoid the heels of "Old Gold for Me", which shifted in.

Near the 400 metres "Raise a Darling" and "Old Gold for Me" came together due to "Old Gold for Me" shifting out in an effort to obtain a run.

For the majority of the straight "Jest Dreamin" was unable to obtain a clear run, and after passing the 200 metres shifted out and hampered "Ás a Wink".

Also after passing the 200 metres "Modern Glory" had to be checked when disappointed for a run between "She's a Monty" and "Alatac", which had shifted in.

Race 2 - HARKAWAY HOMES THREE-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN PLATE (2) - 1000 metres:

On jumping away "Tin Arch" was initially hampered by "Sneak Peek", which jumped away awkwardly and shifted out, and then had to be eased to avoid the heels of "Lord Tizer", which shifted in.

Also on jumping away "Bush Boss" was hampered when tightened for room by "Crash McGrath" which jumped away awkwardly, and shifted in abruptly.

Rounding the home turn "Bush Boss" hung out.

Near the 400 metres "Willowfield", which was hanging out, had to be checked when tightened on to "Crash McGrath" by "Royal Rule" (M. Connick), which shifted out when not sufficiently clear. In the incident "Crash McGrath" was also hampered. Whilst the Stewards did not hold M. Connick fully responsible, they advised him that he should exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

Race 3 - CARDINIA SHIRE COUNCIL MAIDEN PLATE - 1750 metres:

After passing the winning post "Condition Red" had to be eased off the heels of "The Emperor's Hat (NZ)", which shifted in.

A B Robertson explained to the Stewards that after returning to the placegetters' stalls, he dismounted from "Zackajaywa", fifth placegetter, which then made contact with the divider on the side of the placegetters' stalls. "Zackajaywa" then forced its way through the opening at the front of the stall, and became loose in the area at the front of the stalls. "Zackajaywa", which had blinkers on, panicked and crashed over the outside rail of the placegetters' area before going through the Members' area and being caught in the birdcage area adjacent to the stripping sheds.

Due to the circumstances A. B. Robertson did not weigh in subsequent to the race. As the Stewards were satisfied that "Zackajaywa" had carried its allotted weight, correct weight was declared.

Race 4 - TABROOKE TIMBER MAIDEN PLATE - 1400 metres:

The starting time of this race was re-scheduled to be run at 2.15 p.m. due to there not being sufficient ambulances on course in accordance with the policy of Racing Victoria. Subsequently the race was further delayed due to an injured party having to be transported by another ambulance, and a further ambulance being required.

Shortly after jumping away "Just Precious (NZ)" got its head up, which resulted in M. Evans being struck in the head by his mount, and losing the use of his off-side stirrup iron for a short distance.

Rounding the first turn "Shenandoah (NZ)" had to be checked when brushed by "Dazzling Vintage", and shifted out towards the heels of "Pharline", which was shifting in.

Shortly after this incident "Venetian Blush" had to be eased to avoid the heels of "Shenandoah (NZ)" (W. Davis) which, after being tightened and shifting out, shifted back in. W. Davis was notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

In the early and middle stages of the race "Eeloh" hung out.

The Stewards amended the starting times of the following races to:

Race 5 2.52 p.m.
Race 6 3.25 p.m.
Race 7 4.00 p.m.
Race 8 4.35 p.m.
Race 9 5.08 p.m.

Race 5 - PAVE WORLD CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1300 metres:

"As She Does" hung out badly for the entire race, resulting in V. Duric being unable to ride his mount in his normal manner. Mr. C. Brown, trainer of "As She Does", will be notified that the Stewards will be issuing an official warning that should the mare perform in a similar manner in future the Stewards may take some action against it.

Race 6 - CARLTON DRAUGHT HANDICAP - 1400 metres:

An inquiry into the late notification of B. Werner as the rider of "King Salieri (NZ)" was adjourned to a date to be fixed.

In the early part of the straight "Rupert" was held up when unable to obtain a clear run.

Race 7 - RIDLEY'S FILLIES & MARES CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1000 metres:

"South East Swamp", which was kicked by another runner in the mounting yard, was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon at the barrier and was passed fit to race.

"Tiarna's Girl", which was being transported to the races, was involved in an accident on the way to the course. It was examined at the barrier by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon who ruled that the mare was unfit to run. The Stewards ordered the withdrawal of "Tiarna's Girl" at 3.58 p.m.

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

An inquiry into D. Taggart, rider of "See the Sense", weighing in one kilogram in excess of his allotted weight was adjourned to a date to be fixed as the Stewards wished to see Mr. Colin McKinley, trainer of the mare.

An inquiry into "Gala Snip" having to be checked approaching the 800 metres was adjourned to a date to be fixed as both L. Coffey, rider of "Gala Snip", and V. Duric, rider of "Geiger Force" had left the course.

An inquiry into L. Coffey and V. Duric leaving the course without obtaining a clearance form the Stewards was adjourned to a date to be fixed.

Rounding the turn near the 600 metres "El Mellina" shifted out slightly, and made contact with "South East Swamp", which also shifted in slightly at this stage. "South East Swamp" was then turned in across the running of "El Mellina", resulting in it being tightened for room, hitting the running rail, and having to be checked severely and "South East Swamp" was severely hampered. The Stewards deemed the incident to be accidental.

Race 8 - HERITAGE SPRINGS CLASS 4 HANDICAP - 1300 metres:

Shortly after the start "Thief of Time" had to be checked when tightened for room between "Kehlstein", which shifted out slightly, and "Alroy", which shifted in away from "My Main Squeeze", which shifted in slightly.

Running to the home turn "Pure Irony" was inconvenienced when tightened for room between "Thief of Time" and "El Dara", which shifted out.

Race 9 - DAVID NUTTER FORD CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1750 metres:

SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of the following races:

"Royal Rule" - Race 2; "Kohinstad (NZ)" - Race 3; "Love's Here" - Race 4; and "Rock my World" - Race 6.
A random swab sample was taken from "South East Swamp", which ran unplaced in Race 7.

EXPLANATIONS:

The Stewards accepted the explanation of Tony Vasil, trainer of "She's a Monty", for the late notification of L. Currie as the rider of the filly, which ran in Race 1.

ADJOURNED INQUIRY:

An inquiry into the reason for Daniel Schmitt not fulfilling his engagement to ride "Sneak Peek" was adjourned to a date to be fixed. Race 2.

SUMMARY
FINES	Ms Frances Houlahan was fined $50 for the late notification of riders for "Storm Lassie" - Race 2 - and "Sampan Man" - A. B. Robertson - Race 9. Larry Cooper, trainer of "Rare and Smart", was fined $50 for the late notification of M. Pegus as the rider of the mare. Race 7.
SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS:
HORSE ACTIONS:

Caulfield (Vic)

Saturday, 24 August 2002 00:00

Track: DEAD
PENETROMETER: 4.4
Weather: FINE
Rail: OUT SIX METRES FOR THE ENTIRE CIRCUIT

Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
2	"Jacque"	S. Vella *	W. Davis	Indisposed
8	"Stoneleigh Road"	L. Nolen	D. Holland	Inquiry adjourned

* Must produce a medical certificate prior to riding again.

Race 1 - BATTLE FOR AUSTRALIA HANDICAP - 1600 metres:

In the early and middle stages of the race "Chickie" got its head up and over-raced for some distance.

"Chickie" was then held up rounding the home turn when unable to obtain a clear run.

Approaching the 200 metres "Chickie" shifted out and inconvenienced "Bellered" when attempting a run on the outside of "Good Thing (NZ)".

After being inconvenienced "Bellered" then had to shift out to obtain a clear run.

Race 2 - CORPS OF COMMISSIONAIRES HANDICAP - 2000 metres:

John Wheeler, trainer of "Rocky Point (NZ)", was fined $50 for presenting the gelding in the mounting yard without blinkers.

Shortly after the start "Freegold" shifted out slightly and took "Southern Crown" out on to "Rocky Point (NZ)" and "Anyone we Know (NZ)", which made contact with the hindquarters of "Shally's Magic".

Race 3 - RSL VAIN STAKES - 1200 metres:

"Helenus" bounded in the air on jumping away, and lost ground.

Near the 600 metres "Rohatyn (NZ)" had to be eased off the heels of "Cyberiad" when that colt had to be steadied off the heels of "Natural Blitz" which shifted in.

Just prior to straightening Acee Deecee (NZ)", which was having difficulty obtaining a clear run, had to be eased off the heels of "Broadband", `which improved on its outside.

"Step Ahead" had a tendency to lay out rounding the home turn and in the early part of the straight, and near the 200 metres "Major Woody", which was racing outside "Step Ahead", shifted out abruptly and became unbalanced.

At the entrance to the straight "Great Glen" and "Natural Blitz" came together due mainly to "Natural Blitz" shifting in.

Race 4 - MELBOURNE LEGACY QUEZETTE STAKES - 1200 metres:

Near the 700 metres "Romantic Flyer" had to be eased off the heels of "Crystal Decanter", which shifted in.

Commencing the home turn "Class Success" commenced to hang out, and hung out for the remainder of the home turn and in the straight, and for this reason Kerrin McEvoy, rider of the filly, eased it down over the concluding stages. Subsequently, after taking evidence from Kerrin McEvoy, who rode "Class Success", and Mr. Michael Moroney, trainer, the Stewards notified Mr. Moroney that "Class Success" is not permitted to start until such time as the filly performs to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a barrier trial.

Approaching the winning post "Crystal Decanter" had to be steadied off the heels of "Raven Protector", which shifted out under pressure.

Race 5 - J. J. LISTON STAKES - 1400 metres:

Near the 1100 metres "Elegant Fashion" had to be checked off the heels of "Piper Star", which shifted out.

Race 6 - BACK TO CAULFIELD RACEDAY HANDICAP - 1200 metres:

Prior to the declaration of correct weight N. Callow, rider of "Runs to Win", second past the post, viewed the Stewards' video and decided not to lodge an objection.

C. Newitt, rider of "El Nino", was severely reprimanded for permitting his mount to shift out approaching the winning post, inconveniencing "Runs to Win", and taking that horse out off its course.

After passing the 100 metres "Panoramic Lad", which was making ground, had to be eased off the heels of "Chong Tong", which was taken out slightly by "Paternal".

R. E. Laing, trainer of "Roman Arch", was fined $30 for using wrong colours on the horse.

During the running of the race "Upright" lost its off hind plate. 

Race 7 - SIR EDWARD DUNLOP RESEARCH FOUNDATION STAKES - 1200 metres:

Near the 600 metres "Moon Dragon", when being eased off the heels of "Past the Skies", threw its head in the air and lost ground.

In the early part of the straight "Crimson Gem" was accidentally struck on the head by the whip of Rhys McLeod, rider of "Shattered Love".

"Tyrolean", which was making ground, had to change course in the straight to obtain a clear run.

After passing the 100 metres "Ruby Slipper" had to be eased off the heels of "Haste Ye Back", which shifted in under pressure.

During the running of the race the saddle on "Rory's Jane" shifted back, which inconvenienced Noel Callow, its rider.

Race 8 - THE KOKODA TRACK HANDICAP - 1600 metres:

Near the 1200 metres "Stoneleigh Road", which was shifting in, had to be checked off the heels of "Chiming Door".

D. Oliver, rider of "Chiming Door" which performed below expectations, stated that the gelding had a tendency to lay out and was a beaten horse, and he believed that something was amiss with it. Oliver added that on pulling up and returning to scale "Chiming Door" felt normal.

Race 6 (Continued): The Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported tat "Make Mine Magic" had sustained an injury to its off fore fetlock.

Race 7 (Continued): The Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that "Haste Ye Back" was galloped on, on the near hind leg. 

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

ADJOURNED INQUIRY:

An inquiry into the reason for Luke Nolen failing to fulful his engagement to ride "Stoneleigh Road" in the Kokoda Track Handicap was adjourned to a date to be fixed.

SUMMARY
FINES	J. Wheeler, trainer of "Rocky Point (NZ)", was fined $50 for presenting the horse to race without blinkers. Race 2. R. E. Laing - "Roman Arch" - was fined $30 for using wrong colours on the horse.
SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS:	C. Newitt - "El Nino" - was severely reprimanded for permitting his mount to shift ground, and take "Runs to Win" off its course. Race 6.
HORSE ACTIONS:	Race 4 - "Class Success", which hung out badly, is not permitted to start until it trials to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a barrier trial.

McEvoy's Day of Mixed Thrills at Bendigo

Sunday, 25 August 2002 00:00

Multiple Group One winning jockey Kerrin McEvoy had what would have to be described as a "mixed grill" in the saddle at Bendigo today.

The SA born and raised hoop was on fire with a winning treble, before chances of a fourth winner "slipped" away.

Aiming for winner number four on the last start hurdle winner Calcavecchia, McEvoy was placed in a tricky situation when his saddle slipped badly in the early to middle stages of the seventh event.

McEvoy lost all chances of being able to control the four-year-old, who managed to finish the race a long way from the action, incredibly still managing to beat another runner home, although being virtually pulled up out of the event.

Earlier the Melbourne Cup winning jockey had partnered the victorious gallopers All of Me, Las Chicas Buenas and Off to Sea.

It's been a big couple of days for McEvoy. Yesterday he partnered the classy Michael Moroney trained Pernod to a comprehensive win in the listed Sir Edward Dunlop Research Foundation Stakes at Caulfield.

PIC - Quentin Lang.

Oh Girl! Innovation Could Be Brian's Best Ever

Saturday, 24 August 2002 00:00

Experienced trainer Brian Mayfield-Smith has given Innovation Girl a huge compliment by saying she was up there with the best fillies he had trained in his career after she scored a stunning win in this afternoon's listed Quezette Stakes at Caulfield.

Mayfield-Smith, who's put the polish on such top class females as Group One stars Riverina Charm, Magic Flute and Diamond Shower, said Innovation Girl was "right up there."

"Riverina Charm is probably the best I've trained, but this filly is something special," he said. "She's very exciting."

In a warning to potential rivals, Mayfield-Smith also sent a signal to the connections of Melbourne's leading colt Bel Esprit, that he is not worried by the John Symons trained colt.

"I have people rating horses in Sydney and they had her rated ahead of Bel Esprit last season," Mayfield-Smith said. "I've never been frightened of taking him on."

Innovation Girl, who was backing up after winning last Saturday's William Crockett Stakes at Moonee Valley, is being aimed at the 1600 metre Group One Thousand Guineas.

"We took the blinkers off so she would learn to settle and get further in her races," Mayfield-Smith added.

Even if Innovation Girl happens to run in the Ascot Vale Stakes and beats the boys Mayfield-Smith said he would not run against them in the Caulfield Guineas.

"No, I would stick to the fillies in preference to that race," he added.

Winning jockey Nash Rawiller said he had "no doubt" the filly would be able to stretch out to 1600 metres.

"You'd have to think a race like the (Thousand) Guineas would be ideal for her," Rawiller said.

Innovation Girl has now won six of her seven starts and was unlucky in her only defeat.

"The day she run second here against Yell, she just wanted to get off the track for about the 700 metre mark onwards," Mayfield-Smith said. "If she had of run straight Yell wouldn't have seen which way she went."

Mayfield-Smith also said Yell had turned out to be the measuring stick of two-year-olds last season by being a stakes performer in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.

The David Brideoake trained Raven Protector ran a huge race at massive odds to finish second just ahead of the Blue Diamond Stakes runner-up Brief Embrace.

PICS - Quentin Lang.

Sports Earns Retirement Reprieve

Sunday, 25 August 2002 00:00

The threat of retirement does a lot to enhance the careers of a number of ageing gallopers and that happened again at Caulfield yesterday when Sports earned a reprieve from retirement with a thrilling win in the Group Two JJ Liston Stakes.

In a finish that tricked most, including the winning connections, Sports with Brendan Fenech riding desperately, held on to down last year’s Liston winner Le Zagaletta by the barest of margins.

Fenech and Wayne Hawkes, who’s father John trains Sports, both thought they had been grabbed in the final stride by the Lee Freedman trained runner-up.

"I was standing and watching the race with Lee (Freedman) and I thought his horse had got us right on the line, while he felt his horse had won," Hawkes said when the winning number was posted.

"Gee I thought the other one had got us at the finish," a pleasantly surprised Fenech said.

Hawkes revealed after the race that Sports was headed for a paddock at Woodlands Stud had he not performed in a positive style.

"So I guess he’s earned a reprieve now," Hawkes said with a smile.

Connections decided to stretch the Zeditave gelding out to 1400 metres in an attempt to lead throughout, and those plans came to fruition with the eight-year-old holding on in a photo.

Sports, now the winner of 14 races, had not started over the 1400 metres since he missed a place in the VRC Sires’ Produce Stakes at two, nearly six years ago.

"He’s been a tough old horse," Hawkes said. "He’s not quite up to the top level, but he still is a great horse and he proved that today."

Unwanted in betting Sports ($26-$31) left the barriers like a rocket and was sent straight to the front by Fenech and then was forced to show plenty of fight when a challenge was issued in the final couple of strides by Le Zagaletta ($6-$7.50).

Australasian Oaks winner Tully Thunder ($51) caught the eye running home strongly pleasing her trainer Ross McDonald with her third placing.

Dash for Cash battled home fairly after being thereabouts throughout to finish fourth, just ahead of the favourite Elegant Fashion ($3.50-$4) who’s run was described as "pleasing" by trainer Tony McEvoy.

As expected the stayers Sky Heights, Brew, Firetaine, Silver Baron and Rose Archway all finished near the rear of the field.

PICS - Quentin Lang.

Delago Does it For Tommy

Saturday, 24 August 2002 00:00

Boom Victorian three-year-old Delago Brom is on track for the spring riches and given his veteran trainer a great kick along after scoring a fast finishing win in today's listed RSL Vain Stakes at Caulfield.

Touted early in his career as the best horse ever trained by the experienced horseman Tommy Hughes, Delago Brom worked home strongly to down the early leader Great Glen.

The colt's trainer Tommy Hughes is currently laid up in the Western Private Hospital after a stomach operation earlier this week.

Hughes Jnr said after the race that Delago Brom, a son of the leading Victorian sire Encosta de Lago, was likely to form a two pronged attack for the family in the Group Two Ascot Vale Stakes.

"Titanic Jack is going to go straight into the Ascot Vale," Hughes said. "So we might have the two runners in the race."

Hughes said he would sit down and discuss options for Delago Brom with his father and the horse's connections.

"He's a very exciting horse and right from day one he always showed us plenty (of ability)," Hughes said.

Delago Brom, who raced midfield for much of the event, was having his first start since finishing a three length second to Pillaging in the Group One VRC Sires' Produce Stakes at Flemington in mid-March.

The connections of the runner-up Great Glen were pleased with the performance of the Adelaide Group winner.

"I was very pleased with that," his Morphettville based trainer Leon Macdonald said after the race.

"He just wanted to race a bit keen early and then he was left a sitting duck," rider Patrick Payne said.

Meanwhile, Lee Freedman the trainer of the third placegetter Broadband, was more than pleased with the effort of his galloper.

"All systems are go for the Guineas, that is the plan anyway," Freedman said. "I was very pleased with today's effort, he hit the line really well."

At the post a long head separated the first two horses, while the Lee Freedman trained Broadband was an eye catching third. King Wells battled hard to finish fourth just ahead of the in form Acee Deecee.

PICS - Quentin Lang.

Bendigo (Vic)

Sunday, 25 August 2002 00:00

Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail: Out 2m entire circuit

Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
2	Chapeau	B. Rawiller**	C. Robertson	Dual engagement
3	Officer Barbrady	S. King*	D. Nikolic	Indisposed
8	Bird Of Paradise	M Alesci	L Bulger	Misunderstanding

*Must produce Medical Certificate prior to riding again.
** B. Rawiller severely reprimanded for having accepted two rides in Race 2

Race 1 - Jetport Parking SV 3YO F Maiden Plate - 1400 metres:

Umagold jumped away awkwardly.

Near the 700 metres Isanova became unbalanced when being eased off the heels of Umagold.

Rounding the home turn and in the early part of the straight Blushing Plume had difficulty in obtaining a clear run.

Race 2 - Pentax SV 3YO C & G Maiden Plate - 1400 metres:

Acting on a report from the Club's Veterinary Surgeon that Fubutu had injured its near hind leg and was unfit to run, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of the colt at 12.24 p.m.

Against The Tide and Lord Watman were slow to begin.

En route to the barrier Against The Tide attempted to buck for some distance. Mr. B. McKnight trainer of the gelding, was notified that an official warning would be placed on Against The Tide for his unruly behaviour today.

In the early part of the straight Live Theatre had some difficulty in obtaining a clear run.

Race 3 - Asian Bazaar Maiden Plate - 1300 metres:

Passing the 1200 metres Dublin Castle and Song Of Nile had to be checked when tightened for room by Rediness, which was taken in by Danish Dynamite (E. Cassar), which initially shifted in when not clear. The interference was aggravated due to Danish Dynamite then having to shift in away from Choc Dee Khrup (B. Johns), which shifted in when not sufficiently clear. As Stewards did not attribute the blame to any one rider they took no action, other than to severely reprimand both E. Cassar and B. Johns for shifting ground when not clear. Lavender Lady, which was following was hampered in consequence.

In the middle stages of the race Song Of Nile over-raced.

On the home turn Officer Barbrady shifted out and hampered Monty.

Near the 200 metres Danish Dynamite, which was racing greenly shifted in and inconvenienced Killeshandra.

Race 4 - AAPT Maiden Plate - 1000 metres:

During the running of the race Miss Yum Cha suffered a bleeding attack.

On jumping away Fandango knuckled.

Shortly after the start Sir Bollinger had to be checked when tightened for room between Tanforan, which shifted in slightly, and Spin I'm In, which was taken out by Puss In Cahoots (NZ).

Race 5 -J M Leeach Jewellers Class 1 Handicap - 1000 metres:

The start of this race was delayed due to Radioactive Star having to be replated at the barrier.

Shortly after the start Sudden Snow shifted out away from The Spy Who Shagny and as a result clipped the heels of Super Simon, which shifted in and knuckled.

Near the 700 metres The Spy Who Shangy and Sudden Snow were tightened for room between Little Riachu, which shifted in slightly, and Radioactive Star, which shifted out.

After passing the 600 metres Radioactive Star, Little Riachu and Rusty Penny were tightened for room between Sparkling Gulch and Berceuse (C. Robertson), which shifted in slightly. C. Robertson was notified to ensure he leaves sufficient room for horses on his inside in future.

On the home turn Radioactive Star became unbalanced, when racing tight between Sparkling Gulch and Little Riachu, and as a result shifted out and brushed the hind quarters of Little Riachu.

Race 6 - Tooheys New Handicap - 1100 metres:

Approaching the 900 metres Stoic Jester had to be eased when tightened for room between Mighty Way, which shifted out, and Tin Tan Belle, which shifted in away from Another Sport.

After passing the 200 metres Another Sport, which was weakening, had to be checked when tightened for room between Mighty Way, which when hanging, shifted out, and Stoic Jester (D. Yates), which shifted in. D. Yates was notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

Rounding the home turn and in the straight Mighty Way hung out.

Race 7 - Pryda Homes SV Stayers Series Class 3 Handicap - 2400 metres:

Turning out of the straight the saddle on Calcavecchia shifted forward, resulting in K. McEvoy rider of the gelding, being at a disadvantage for the remainder of the race.

Race 8 - Shamrock Hotel Class 4 Handicap - 1500 metres:

Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Mr. K. Newman trainer of Scenic Quest that the gelding had injured its wither and was unfit to start, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Scenic Quest at 1.09 p.m. Mr. Newman will submit a Veterinary Certificate in respect of Scenic Quest to the Club.

Race 9 -Ten Victoria Class 2 Handicap - 1300 metres:

Boat was slow to begin.

Passing the 800 metres Boar had to be eased off the heels of Stark Player (NZ) on two occasions.

Shortly after straightening Jill's Lino shifted out and brushed Rustic Treasure.

SWAB SAMPLES:

Swab samples were taken from the following winners :- Caius (Race 1), Choc Dee Khrup (Race 3), Pick Pocketer (Race 5), Off To Sea (Race 6), Danjoe's Express (Race 8)

FINES & EXPLANATIONS:

Mr. D. Hall trainer of Work And Tumble (NZ) was fined $30 for using wrong colours on the gelding.

SUMMARY
FINES	D. Hall $30
SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS:	E. Cassar - severe reprimand, B. Johns - severe reprimand
HORSE ACTIONS:	Against The Tide - warning unruly behaviour

Weight Could Stop Rohatyn: Laing

Friday, 23 August 2002 00:00

Despite a sparkling gallop between races at Seymour on Tuesday, exciting spring carnival prospect Rohatyn isn't a good thing in the listed Vain Stakes at Caulfield tomorrow.

Robbie Laing said this morning that Rohatyn impressed him by his gallop with stablemate Pantani at Seymour after what he thought was a lacklustre trial at Cranbourne a couple of weeks earlier.

"He wasn't that impressive down at Cranbourne," Laing told Sport 927. "But he did look good the other day at Seymour."

Laing's main query tomorrow will be the fact the son of Carnegie will have to carry topweight under the set weights and penalities scale.

"After he won that Group race in Adelaide over the carnival it made sure he would have to carry a high weight on Saturday."

"You wouldn't think he would be able to beat a horse like Delago Brom at the weights," Laing predicted.

Rohatyn is being targeted toward the Victoria Derby, but has been nominated for a couple of other Group One events in between including the Cox Plate.

"He's bred to get over some ground," Laing pointed out. "Lets not forget that Carnegie himself did not win under 2000 metres so for this fellow to win at 1000 metres might just make him a bit special."

RACING PIC - Exciting colt Rohatyn beats Blur in the Group Three Jansz in Adelaide in May (Jenny Barnes).

Hamilton (Vic)

Saturday, 24 August 2002 00:00

Track: Slow
Weather: Fine
Rail: True

Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
5	BIG DEMAND	M. Alesci (a)**	D. Missen*	Indisposed
7	RHYVALI	C. Puls	L. Bant	Unavailable

 * D. Missen permitted to replace M. Alesci as there was no other apprentice jockey on course.
** M. Alesci must produce a medical clearance prior to riding again.

Race 1 - GRAND CENTRAL HOTEL FILLIES AND MARES MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 METRES

Acting on a report from the Starter that Dale Missen, rider of AMBER'S LIVE CHAT, had informed him that due to the filly's unruly behaviour on the way to the barrier and on arrival at the barrier he did not wish to fulfil his engagement to ride AMBER'S LIVE CHAT Stewards ordered the withdrawal of AMBER'S LIVE CHAT at 12.25p.m.

Subsequent to the race Stewards ordered the following in relation to betting - WIN & PLACE All monies wagered for a win and/or place on AMBER'S LIVE CHAT withdrawn by Stipendiary Stewards at 12.25 p.m. to be refunded.

All monies wagered on the placed horses prior to the time of withdrawal of AMBER'S LIVE CHAT to be paid as under.
The winner to be paid at face value of ticket less 6c in the $, wagers for a place on all placed horses, to be paid at face value of ticket less 7c in the $.
CONCESSION - The winner to be paid at the face value of the ticket less 6c in the $. Wagers for a place, on all placed horses are not subject to deduction.
DOUBLES - The deduction in respect of Doubles Bets made prior to the time of the above withdrawal shall be paid at face value of the ticket less 6c in the $.
All monies wagered after the Stewards' declaration of withdrawal to be paid at face value of ticket.

Subsequent to the event evidence was taken from D. Missen, Mr. N.Ellis Trainer of AMBER'S LIVE CHAT and Assistant Starter Mr. P. Doherty. After taking into account the unruly behaviour of AMBER'S LIVE CHAT Stewards notified Mr. N. Ellis that AMBER'S LIVE CHAT was suspended from racing until such time that the filly performs to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a trial.

Race 2 - RUTTER'S RACE PHOTOGRAPHY MAIDEN HURDLE - 3100 METRES

After jumping the first hurdle the saddle of TE MOANA (NZ) shifted forward placing R. Kirkpatrick the rider of the gelding at a disadvantage throughout the race.

After jumping the hurdle near the 300 metres R. Kirkpatrick rider of TE MOANA (NZ) lost the use of his off side iron for a short distance.

Near the 1200 metres HIDDEN ACCOUNT (M. Mills) attempted a run where there was insufficient room between CROWN EAGLE (NZ) and OUR CONTESSINA resulting in both of those horses being contacted on the hindquarters and becoming unbalanced. M. Mills will be notified that he must not attempt to take runs unless there is sufficient room to do so in the future.

C. Durden rider of PEGTON, which performed poorly, stated that after making faulty jumps at obstacles in the early stages of the race the gelding weakened badly in the home straight. A subsequent Veterinary examination of PEGTON revealed no abnormalities.

S. Pateman rider of TOP KALA was found guilty of a charge of careless riding. The careless riding being that he permitted his mount to shift in near the 800 metres, the first time, when not sufficiently clear of TE MOANA (NZ) thereby taking that gelding in onto ZINGE, which in turn was tightened in onto CROWN EAGLE (NZ), which was taken in onto CHOCOLYN ROAD, resulting in CHOCOLYN ROAD striking the running rail and having to be checked, CROWN EAGLE (NZ) being badly hampered and ZINGE being hampered. S. Pateman was suspended from riding in races for a period to commence at midnight on the 28^th August, 2002 and to expire at midnight on the 10^th September, 2002.

Race 3 - SLEATBANK OPEN HURDLE - 3100 METRES

A. Garraway , rider of UPTOWN AMBER explained that he pulled the mare up near the 900 metres as the mare had been hanging out badly for some distance. A subsequent Veterinary examination of UPTOWN AMBER revealed no abnormalities.

Ms A. Beveridge rider of BUBBLE GUM, second place getter, will be notified that she must ride her mounts out to the end of the race.

Race 4 - ALEXANDRA HOUSE TABARET OPEN STEEPLECHASE - 3200 METRES

P. Daniel, rider of DOVE EDWIN explained that he pulled the gelding up near the 800 metres as DOVE EDWIN had made a faulty jump near the winning post and had never travelled well after that point. P. Daniel added that DOVE EDWIN felt short in its action after being pulled up. A subsequent Veterinary examination of DOVE EDWIN revealed that the gelding had sustained a laceration to its off hind pastern.

S. Ryan, rider of EL TAJ, fourth place getter, was severely reprimanded for failing to weigh-in. As the Stewards were satisfied that EL TAJ had carried its allotted weight correct weight was declared.

Race 5 - BARBARA MARSHMAN RACING STABLES HANDICAP - 1400 METRES

Shortly after the start OMAR ZAM and PROVEN TIES were hampered when tightened for room between OUR MELISSA'S BOY (NZ) and BLUE RINSE which was taken out by REGAL REVENUE.

Shortly after this incident OUR MELISSA'S BOY (NZ) had to be eased when tightened for room by BUSH BEAUTY which was taken in by KENICCO which shifted in when racing ungenerously.

Near the 800 metres KENICCO ,which had a tendency to over-race had to be checked off the heels of IRRADIANCE for a number of strides after being taken in slightly by BUSH BEAUTY (W. Nolan). W. Nolan was notified that he must make every effort to protect his fellow riders when shifting ground in future.

Race 6 - HAMILTON PRODUCE STEEPLECHASE - 3200 METRES

B. Constable, rider of SAQLAWI (NZ) explained that he pulled the mare up near the 800 metres as SAQLAWI (NZ) was not handling the slow conditions and had made some faulty jumps leading up to this point. A subsequent Veterinary examination of SAQLAWI (NZ) revealed no abnormalities.

Race 7 - IAN McLEOD VETERINARY SERVICE CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1400 METRES

An inquiry was adjourned into the manner in which D. Mittiga rider of BEACH DAY used his whip at the entrance to, and in the early part of the straight. Rounding the home turn and for the majority of the home straight BEACH DAY hung in.

BERAIL jumped away awkwardly.

Approaching the 800 metres MISS MASTER KEY was tightened on two occasions by PASSARO which shifted in.

Prior to straightening MISS MASTER KEY had to be eased to avoid the heels of RHYVALI which shifted in slightly.

Race 8 - GAIL & TONY LAIDLAW RACING STABLES CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1100 METRES

Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Mr. N. Ferguson, trainer of ROCKOLOGY (NZ) who stated that the gelding was lame in the off fore leg Stewards ordered the withdrawal of ROCKOLOGY (NZ) at 8.35a.m. Mr. Ferguson will submit a Veterinary Certificate to the Club in respect of ROCKOLOGY (NZ).

 RARE PRAISE (NZ) jumped away awkwardly, shifted in and bumped LOCKER ROOM in onto GETTONOAH (NZ).

SWAB SAMPLES:

Race 1 - ZERO CONTROL - Winner
Race 4 - QUEENLIKE (NZ) - Third place getter
Race 5 - MR. JACKHAMMER - Winner
Race 6 - BISCANY - Winner
Race 7- MISS MASTER KEY- Winner

SUMMARY
FINES & EXPLANATIONS:
SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS:	Race 2. S. Pateman suspended for careless riding. Race 4. S. Ryan severe rep. Failing to weigh in.
HORSE ACTIONS:	Race. 1. Amber's Live Chat, suspended unruly behaviour.

Benalla (Vic)

Friday, 23 August 2002 00:00

Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail: Out 2m from the 1600m to the 800m and 3m from the 800m to the 400m.

Riding Changes:
Race - Horse - Rider - Replaced By - Reason
3 - What A Natural - D. Nikolic - B. Fenech - Indisposed
7 - Keynotes  - B. Fenech - J. Anstice - Refer Race 7

Race 1 - Join the Gold Club Super Vobis 3yo Maiden - 1600 metres

Prior to correct weight S. Quigley trainer of Etoile West second (place getter) and V. Duric rider of the filly wished to view the head on video in the straight. After viewing the video they did not prosed with any objection, and correct weight was declared. After passing the 100m Ali Sting shifted in and inconvenienced Etoile West.

Race 2 - Tooheys New F & M Maiden Plate - 1200 metres

After being placed in her stall Clearly The Best broke through it's barrier and cantered for a short distance before being reined in by her rider. A subsequent veterinary examination passed the mare fit to run. Approaching the 1000m Dancer's Belle shifted in and away from Toy Comet which resulted in Buonna Notte being taken in onto Out Looking which had to be eased. In the middle stages of the race Clearly the Best and French Terror both raced greenly. After passing the 100m Zephira which was laying in was accidentally struck across the head by the whip of B. Payne rider of Foxy Trouble.

Race 3 - "Buster" Livingstone Maiden Plate - 1600 metres

The start of the race was delayed due to Carita being reluctant to go to the barriers. W. Turner trainer of the mare was notified that an official warning would be placed against Carita and should the mare behave in a similar manner in future some action may be taken. What a Natural when being placed in it's stall became jammed between the back starting gates, which closed prematurely. What a Natural was removed from the barriers and examined by the clubs veterinary surgeon and was passed fit to run. What a Natural was slow to begin and in the straight What a natural shifted in under pressure.

Race 4 - N.E.D.R.A. Brian Cox Class 4 Handicap - 1200 metres

On jumping away Dust Buster was tightened for room between Spurwings and Namrod when both of those horses shifted ground. Approaching the 800m Saar's Boy which was weakening had to be checked when tightened for room by Merry Star (V. Duric) which shifted in. Dust Buster which was following then had to shift out to avoid the heels of Saar's Boy. After taking into account all of the circumstances (V. Duric) was notified that he must ensure he leaves sufficient room for horses on his inside when in similar circumstances. B. Fenech rider of Worrier which had performed below expectations stated to the stewards that the gelding travelled well in the early and middle stages of the race failed to respond to his riding after passing the 400m. A veterinary examination of Worrier revealed no abnormality L. Robertson rider of Tai Chi which had performed below expectations, stated to the stewards that the mare failed to stretch out in the early an middles stages of the race and failed to respond to his riding in the straight. L. Robertson further stated that in his opinion Tai Chi was not suited to today's track conditions. A veterinary examination of Tai Chi revealed that the mare was suffering a head wound.

Race 5 - N.E.D.R.A. A Regal Dane Open Handicap - 1400 metres

In the early and middle stages of the race Mighty Amber over raced.

Race 6 - N.E.D.R.A A Brian Johns Class 2 Handicap - 1400 metres

No Report.

Race 7 - N.E.D.R.A. Vincent Hall (A) F & M Class 2 Handicap - 1100 metres

After passing the 100m Limerick Belle shifted in and away from Seddenga resulting in Get Down being hampered. Prior to the race B. Fenech approached the stewards requesting that he be released from the ride on Keynotes, as he had had a dispute with G. Duryea trainer of the mare. After taking evidence from both parties and as G. Duryea had no objections stewards permitted J. Anstice to be substituted as the rider.

Approaching the 900m Gantry, Alluring Eyes and Micamox were tightened for room between True Peace which shifted out slightly and Seddenga (V. Duric) which shifted in when not sufficiently clear. During this incident Gantry got it's head up when being eased. During this incident Micamox which was being eased accidentally clipped the heels of True Peace. V. Duric was reprimanded and notified that he must ensure that he leaves sufficient room for his fellow riders when in similar circumstances in the future. B. Johns rider of Limerick Belle stated to the stewards that the mare proved difficult to ride in the straight due to Limerick Belle laying in. Approaching the 600m Alluring Eyes was reluctant to hold it position when racing tight between Micamox and Get Down.

Race 8 - Gold Cup Day Sunday Oct 6th Class 1 Handicap - 1600 metres

Ucem was slow to begin. Approaching the home turn Like Auntie was held up for a run.

SWAB SAMPLES:
Race 1. No 1, Race Winner Ali Sting.
Race 2. No 3, Race Winner Dancer's Belle.
Race 4. No 7, Second place getter Random Swab.
Race 6. No 7, Race Winner Trust "n" Betrayal.
Race 7. No 1, Race Winner Seddenga.

SUMMARY

FINES

Mr. Cavanough, was fined the sum of $30 for presenting Spurwings in the mounting yard with blinkers when the gelding was not a blinkered horse.