Quality the Key at Caulfield

Monday, 19 August 2002 00:00

The Melbourne Spring Carnival continues its build up with a high class meeting to be held at Caulfield on Saturday.

Top class performers like Brave Chief, Brew, Brief Embrace, Chong Tong, Dash for Cash, Delago Brom, Don Eduardo, Eagle Rhythm, Elegant Fashion, Flavour, Great Glen, Innovation Girl, Li Lo Lill, Manang, Moon Dragon, Pantani, Pentastic, Pernod, Pure Theatre, Rain Gauge, Rohatyn, Rose Archway, Ruby Slipper, Shaye Spice, Silver Baron, Shovoff, Sky Heights, The A Train, The Pumper, Tully Thunder, Tyrolean and Zabeel's Angel are all among the nominations for the program.

Throw in the likes of Acee Deecee, Ain't Here, Broadband, Che Bella Mia, Class Success, Cocktail Evening, Cool Trent, Crimson Gem, Crystal Decanter, Cyberiad, El Nino, Firetaine, Frightening, I Rock My World, Keltic Verse, Le Zagaletta, Lester Thunderwing, Little Dozer, Maguire, Marstic, Presumed Innocent, Roman Arch, Spirit of Westbury, Sports, Step Ahead, Storm Attack, Storm Fille, Tears Royal and The Big Ask and the day is shaping as nothing short of sensational.

The feature race on Saturday the $201,000 JJ Liston Stakes (1400m) has attracted some 24 entries which include no fewer than nine Group One winners.

Three other listed races will be run which are sure to provide a great guide for the upcoming features over the next couple of months.

PICS - Quentin Lang.

Ballarat (Vic)

Sunday, 18 August 2002 00:00

Track: Slow Races 1 - 3 and Dead 4-9.
Weather: Fine
Rail: True

Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	Quantum Katie (NZ)	* F. Alesci	Ms. C. Payne	Indisposed
1	Regal Night	** A. Spiteri	J. Patton	Unavailable
3	Zivania	F. Alesci	W. Hokai	Indisposed
5	Restabella	W. Hokai	L. Nolan	Misunderstanding
8	Ruby Jade	F. Alesci	Miss. L. Irwin	Indisposed

* Must produce Medial Certificate before riding again.

** An inquiry into the reason for A. Spiteri being unable to fulfil his engagement on "Regal Night" was adjourned to a date to be fixed.

Race 1 - PHILIP L. McCUNNIE FILLIES & MARES MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 metres:

Approaching the 1000 metres "Swim Queen" and "Jade Express" were hampered when tightened for room by "Regal Night" which was taken in by "Lady Killa", (L. Robertson) which shifted in. L. Robertson was severely reprimanded for shifting ground when not sufficiently clear.

On the home turn "Jade 'Express" had to be eased when tightened for room between "Swim Queen" and Duelling Roses".

Race 2 - RURAL PRESS PRINTING 3YO & UP MAIDEN PLATE (1) - 1500 metres:

On arrival at the course "Brave Cover" which had injured itself in the float on route to the course was examined by the Clubs Veterinary Surgeon and found to be lame in the near hind leg and unfit to run. Acting on this the Stewards ordered the withdrawal at 12:25pm.

Near the 1300 metres "Count Of Conjola" had to be checked off the heels "Beaver Reef" which shifted out away from "Music Royale" which also shifted out.

Shortly after straightening "True Millennium" shifted in and brushed "Running Ablaze".

Subsequent to the race the Clubs Veterinary Surgeon reported that "Beaver Reef" had suffered wounds to its off hind leg.

Race 3 - THE BALLARAT NEWS 3YO & UP MAIDEN PLATE (2) - 1500 metres:

Prior to Correct Weight D. Holland rider of "Determinator (NZ)" 2^nd placegetter viewed the Stewards Patrol Video before deciding not to lodge an objection.

"Master Zed" jumped away awkwardly.

Shortly after the start the start "Jackie Ex", "Mister Zed" and "Countercharge" were all hampered when tightened for room between "Determinator (NZ)" and "Castle Creek" which shifted out away from "Summer Cove" after initially being taken out by that gelding.

Near the 600 metres "Countercharge" had to be eased off the heels of "Summer Cove" which also had to be eased off the heels of "Maharano".

On the home turn "Zivania" was eased when tightened for room between "Castle Creek" which shifted in and "Cracklin' Rose" which was taken out by "Make War".

Approaching the 200 metres "Determinator (NZ)" was disappointed for a run between "Mister Zed" and "Never Buy Better" which shifted out slightly.

C. Robertson rider of "Western Suite" explained to the stewards that he did not ride his mount out over the concluding stages as the gelding was hanging out and in his opinion there may have been something amiss with it.

Race 4 - J.P. CONAUGHTON SV 3YO MAIDEN PLATE - 1400 metres:

On jumping away "Pretty Pinay" had to be checked when tightened for room between "Apres Ski" which was taken out by "Nelidova" and "Our Miss Penny" which jumped away awkwardly and shifted in abruptly.

In the middle stages of the race "Our Miss Penny" raced ungenerously.

Near the 900 metres "Capeau" which was being eased off the heels of "Rubiline" than shifted out and had to be checked off the heels of "Dandyish".

On the home turn "Our Miss Penny" had to be eased to avoid the heels of "Chapeau" which shifted out.

Race 5 - PROPERTY GUIDE.COM FILLIES & MARES CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1600 metres:

No report.

Race 6 - THE COURIER ESTATE OPEN HANDICAP- 2200 metres:

Acting on a report from the Clubs Veterinary Surgeon that "Imperial Diamond (NZ)" had injured it's left ear and unfit to run the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of the mare at 2:22pm.

Race 7 - BARTROP REAL ESTATE CLASS 4 HANDICAP - 1100 metres:

In the straight "Humdinger Ridge" had a tendency to lay in under pressure.

Race 8 - WES DAVIDSON REAL ESTATE CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1400 metres:

"Hurray Into Action" suffered a bleeding attack and collapsed near the 600 metres.

"Mookatar" was slow to begin.

"Ruby Jude" jumped away awkwardly.

Shortly after the start "Little Erin" had to be eased when tightened for room between "Jukebox Dancer" and "Oda" which shifted in.

Near the 100 metres "Mookatar" had to be eased when tightened for room between "Jukebox Dancer" which shifted in away from "Little Erin" and "Voodoo's Brother" which shifted out.

Race 9 - RAY WHITE REAL ESTATE CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1100 metres:

On arrival at the barrier "Riva Storm" and "Club Red" were both examined by the Clubs Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to run.

Prior to Correct Weight Ms. N. Parker rider of "Southern Sun" 4th placegetter viewed the Stewards Patrol Video before deciding not to lodge an objection

Near the 600 metres "Star On The Rise (NZ)" had to be eased of the heels of "Pseudomorph".

Approaching the 100 metees "Southern Sun" had to be checked when tightened for room between "Gold Pele" which shifted in slightly and "Pseudomorph" which was taken out by "Zephyr Prince" (Brad Rawiller) which shifted out under pressure.

B. Rawiller was reprimanded and notifield that he must do his upmost to protect his fellow riders when in similar circumstances in future.

SWAB SAMPLES:

Swab samples were taken from the following winners
Race 2 - Uptown Curls
Race 5 - Lochton Lass
Race 6 - Jasper's Gold
Race 9 - Pseudomorph

Pre race swab samples were taken from 5 horses for post race analysis.

EXPLANATIONS:

SUMMARY
FINES	Nil
SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS:	Race 3. L. Robertson was severely reprimanded
HORSE ACTIONS:	Nil

Not All Smiles for Sally at the Valley

Monday, 19 August 2002 00:00

Saturday wasn't the most ideal afternoon for Sally Wynne despite riding a winner from just two mounts at Moonee Valley.

Bidaily gave Wynne plenty to smile about when that gelding scored an impressive win. The win helped erase the pain of a $200 fine she received compliments of the stewards panel.

Officials handed out the hefty fine after they discovered Wynne had a mobile telephone in her possession in the jockey's room during the day.

The Mookta gelding Bidaily, who is trained at Caulfield by Rob McGuinness, made a one act affair of the Rosemount "V" Sparkling Handicap (1514m) thrashing Bush Padre and Dot Com.

Bidaily was one of two rides for Wynne at Moonee Valley. Earlier in the afternoon she partnered the Cranbourne trained mare American Graffiti to an eighth placing.

PICS - Quentin Lang.

Racing Victoria Nearing Crunch Point - Minister

Saturday, 17 August 2002 00:00

Victoria's Minister for Racing, Rob Hulls, didn't mince words when it came to his vision for the Victorian racing industry, given in a speech to industry participants in Melton this week.

In front of an audience including industry heavyweights such as Racing Victoria Chairman Graham Duff, its Chief Executive, Neville Fielke, Harness Racing Victoria Chairman Neil Busse and head of TabCorp's wagering division Michael Piggott, Hulls highlighted the progress made by Victorian racing under the Bracks government.

Describing thoroughbred racing as having been run by a "Flemington based mens club for 130 years" prior to Labor taking office, Hulls claimed that the previous Liberal government was on the verge of appointing a Racing Commission. Under his ministry, Racing Victoria has undergone its own reforms in terms of industry governance, but Hulls believes the process is not yet complete.

In comments clearly directed at the Racing Victoria Board, Hulls pointed out that it only had a couple of months to implement his government's preferred structure, which would rid the Board of club based representation and replace it with a body including more women and younger people.

Clearly passionate about racing, Hulls described racing as "the most enjoyable of my three portfolios". Claiming to be the only Racing Minister in Australia with his own set of silks, Hulls reminisced about his upbringing in a family where "my father raced slow horses, one grandfather was a mad keen punter and the other was an SP bookie".

Having this background it is perhaps not surprising that Hulls takes credit for what he sees as a dramatic turnaround in the fortunes of Victoria's bookmakers.

"Three years ago when we took office, bookies were going out the back door. Now we are seeing new bookmakers starting up and the numbers are growing again". He went on to say " in spite of the predictions of doom when we implemented reforms to help bookmakers, turnover of both TABCorp and bookmakers has increased".

In response to a question from the floorasking about "his plans for the Melton Harness Racing Centre of Excellence", Hulls was quick to point out that "this is not my plan - its a Harness Industry plan". He made it clear that he regarded the government's role as being to facilitate industry plans where possible, but that the racing industry had to take responsibility for its own decisions.

Hulls is proud of the fact that country people will have a greater role in racing industry decision making across all three codes as a result of his government's reforms.

"For the first time, country racing has a real say in the way racing is run".

Another initiative highlighted by Hulls is Australia's first ever study into the welfare of retired jockeys, which has led to an industry taskforce to work out ways in which jockeys can be better provided for in their retirement.

A comprehensive survey of the Victorian thoroughbred breeding industry conducted by Thoroughbred Breeders Victoria and funded by government is also high on Hulls priority list.

Looking to the future, Hulls stated that "he never saw himself as having a day to day role in running racing". He went on to say that "government has to oversight the industry on behalf of the community".

Clearly advocating a self governing role for the industry, Hulls nevertheless warned that "we do expect racing industry bodies to consult with us".

He believes that the future for the industry relies on "co-operation and collaboration". Citing the recent tri-code (thoroughbred racing, harness racing and greyhounds) meeting at Cranbourne, Hulls believes there are tremendous opportunities for the industry as an entertainment medium in competition for the leisure dollar.

Reiterating his desire to see more women and young people in decision making roles, Hulls concluded his speech by emphasising the importance of racing to Victoria. "Racing is crucial to the government of this state" he said.

Horsham (Vic)

Monday, 19 August 2002 00:00

Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail: True

Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
2	Just Lacey	B Payne	L Bant	Indisposed
8	Claret Damsel	B Payne	N Wilson	Indisposed
9	Moktawicz	D Yates	D Yendall	Became Indisposed

Race 1 - Join Wimmera Racing Maiden Plate - 1800 metres

During the running of the race Big Kid suffered a bleeding attack. Near the 1400 metres crossing Big Kid which was over racing knuckled. Rounding the home turn Canaletta laid out and made the turn awkwardly.

Race 2 - 3WM Saturday Morning Sport Maiden Plate (1) - 1200 metres

On jumping away Mr Dance Man jumped awkwardly and hampered Le Moola. Near the 400 metres Le Moola shifted in and brushed Rebel Cheval on the hindquarters. Mr Dance Man, which was racing to the inside, was also hampered during this incident. Near the 100 metres Prince Della laid in when under pressure.

Race 3 - Westside Tabaret Maiden Plate (2) - 1200 metres

Surprise Symphony jumped away awkwardly. On jumping away Crazy Angel jumped outwards and hampered Cloudy Court. Shortly after the start No Views was hampered when tightened for room between I Can Jump Puddles and Kyiv Wonder which was taken out by Doug's Dream which shifted out away from Aquidium. Rounding the home turn Doug's Dream was held up. At the entrance to the straight I Can Jump Puddles which was laying out had to be checked off the heels of Kyiv Wonder. In the early part of the straight Doug's Dream had difficulty in obtaining a clear run. Acting on a report from the starter regarding the unruly behavior of Crazy Angel, Kyiv Wonder and Lord Ida whilst being loaded into the barriers Stewards notified Mr T Balshaw and Mr M O'Leary that a warning would be placed against Kyiv Wonder and Lord Ida in respect of their behavior today and prior to the horses starting again they must be in receipt of barrier certificates. Stewards notified Ms A Doherty Trainer of Crazy Angel that the gelding was suspended from racing until such time that Crazy Angel trials to the Stewards satisfaction in an organised trail and obtains a barrier certificate at such time. As a result of all these incidents the start of the race was significantly delayed.

Race 4 - Rutters Race Photography Maiden Plate - 2100 metres

No report.

Race 5 - Wimmera Roadways Class 1 Handicap- 2100 metres

On straightening, With A Purpose shifted out and bumped Molly's Melody.

Race 6 - Tooheys New Open Handicap - 1400 metres

Rounding the home turn Love My Pet was held up.

Race 7 - Imposing Bull at Strathmore Fillies and Mares Class 1 Handicap - 1200 metres

Prior to runners leaving the mounting yard Street Bird was examined by the clubs veterinary surgeon and passed fit to run.

Baconers Sister was slow to begin.

L Meech rider of Very Risque explained to the Stewards that she did not attempt to improve her position near the 600m as she felt that there was something amiss with the mare.

During the running of the race Queen Of Tarts lost its off hind plate.

Race 8 - Telstra Shop Class 3 Handicap - 1400 metres

Near the 100m Claret Damsel when improving had to be checked off the heels of Legal Reward which shifted out slightly.

C Robertson rider of Runaway Rhythm who performed below expectations and was eased down in the straight explained to Stewards that after drawing a wide barrier he attempted to ride the mare forward but was caught wide for the duration of the race. A subsequent veterinary examination of the mare revealed no abnormality.

Race 9 - Horsham Hire Class 2 Handicap - 1800 metres

Near the 600m Bodyguard was eased off the heels of Rockatan.

Passing the 400m Bodyguard had to be eased off the heels of Rockatan which shifted in slightly.

SWAB SAMPLES -

Race 2 - A routine swab was taken from race winner Le Moola.
Race 3 - A routine swab was taken from race winner Crazy Angel.
Race 4 - A random swab was taken from Stormcloud, which was unplaced
Race 5 - A routine swab was taken from race winner Let's Get Pickled.
Race 6 - A routine swab was taken from race winner Irradiance.
Race 7 - A routine swab was taken from race winner Queen of Tarts.

FINES AND EXPLANATIONS

Race 2 - Mr. R Smerdon Trainer of Ichikawa was fined the sum of $30 for using wrong colours on the filly.
Race 8 - Mr. M Young trainer of Cedar Lodge was fined the sum of $30 for using wrong colours on the gelding.
Race 9 - M. Pumpa rider of Bonnie Kiss 5^th place-getter was severley reprimanded for not weighing in.

Irish Hang on to Take Jumps Series

Saturday, 17 August 2002 00:00

A race morning scratching has cost the Australian jumping team victory in their series against Ireland with the final race being run at Moonee Valley today.

As the race turned out Australia grabbed the first two placings and 18 points, but with Ireland grabbing the final two lots of points by default they hung on for a two point win.

When Jim Houlahan scratched his five-year-old gelding Falknis the Australian team lost the ability to use the points from the winner of the Waterford Crystal Steeplechase (a3200m), Jon Ledecky.

Australia's only other runner was pulled up, therefore Ireland grabbed six points for third and fourth to score a thrilling win.

Despite the three Irish runners finishing in the last three places they got the 4 and 2 points on offer respectively for being the third and fourth placed runners in the series.

Ireland leads the overall record of the series 12 to 11. The series was drawn on one occasion.

PIC - Quentin Lang.

Bairnsdale (Vic)

Sunday, 18 August 2002 00:00

Track: Good
Weather: Overcast
Rail: True

Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1 2 2 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 8 8	"Secret Passion" "Own Contessina" "Lucky To Be Here" "Polish Dream" "Chemeketa" "Aedes" "Recall" "True Response" "Angle's gem" "Jim's Tonic" "Raise The Ark" "Brief Truth" "Noreami"	F.Villella F.Villella W.Davis W.Davis F.Villella W.Davis F.Villella W.Davis W.Davis F.Villella F.Villella W.Davis F. Villella	S.Noll N.Perryman J.Darose* L.Coffey D.Oheare N.Perryman N.Perryman L.Coffey M.Goring D.Oheare T.Gray M.Goring M.Allen	Indisposed Indisposed Indisposed Indisposed Indisposed Indisposed Indisposed Indisposed Indisposed Indisposed Indisposed Indisposed Indisposed

* No senior rider available at the weight

Race 1 - Haliotis Fisheries & Mike Hewson's 55^th 3yo super vobis maiden - 1100 metres:

After passing the 800M "Impetuous Dame" had to be eased off the heels of "Sweet Poss" when over racing.

Race 2 MILESTONE CHEMICALS & BEACHCOMBER CARAVAN PARK MAIDEN PLATE - 2150 metres:

"Vice Chairman" jumped away awkwardly. After passing the 100 metres "Makalali" had to be eased when tightened for room between "Our Contessina" and "Keningly" which shifted out. R. Booth rider of "Keningly" was reprimanded and notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

Race 3 - SOUTH EASTERN HARDWARE & GENOA HOTEL MOTEL MAIDEN PLATE - 1500 metres:

"Gone Ballistic" was slow to begin.

Race 4 - BAIRNSDALE TRAINERS & TRACKRIDERS FILLIES AND MARES CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1500 metres:

S. Leckey rider of "Starkeeta" was found guilty of a charge of careless riding. The careless riding being near the 1400m he permitted his mount to shift in when not sufficiently clear of "Boomanara Gold" resulting in "Boomanara Gold" being tightened onto the hind quarters of "Euchre Princess" resulting in "Euchre Princess" being hampered and "Boomanara Gold" being severely checked. S.Leckey had his permit to ride in races suspended for a period to expire on midnight 3^rd September 2002.

Near the 1300m "Euchre Princess" which was over racing had to be eased off the heels of other runners.

Whilst doing its preliminary the saddle on "Tobbio" shifted forward, "Tobbio" was then re-saddled at the barriers.

After passing the 400m "Aedes" had to be severely checked when tightened for room by "Tobbio" which shifted in, when not sufficiently clear. Miss K Cosson rider of Tobbio was severely reprimanded and notified that she must make far greater effort to keep her mounts straight in future.

For the majority of the straight Aedes had difficulty obtaining a clear run.

Race 5 - MALLACOOTA HOTEL MOTEL MALLACOOTA CUP - 1600 metres:

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

As no suitable rider was available stewards permitted L.Coffey to ride "True Response" one kilo overweight

Race 6 - MALLACOOTA RSL 'BUNKER' MEMORIAL CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 2150 metres:

In the straight "Saleslady" had a tendency to lay in. Approaching the 200m "Jim's Tonic" was hampered when tightened for room between "Star Flight" and "Saleslady" which, shifted in slightly

Approaching the winning post "Jim's Tonic" had to be checked when tightened for room between "Star Flight" and "Saleslady" which both shifted ground .

Approaching the 100m "Monde Trist" had to be checked when tightened for room between "Brass Knuckles" and "Angel's Gem" (M.Goring) which initially shifted in before being taken in further by "Achernar" which shifted in slightly.

M.Goring was severely reprimanded for permitting his mount to shift in, and notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

Race 7 - BAIRNSDALE RSL - LONG TAN MEMORIAL CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1600 metres:

Apprentice A. Austin rider of "Acrimony" (the fifth place getter) was reprimanded for failing to weigh in.

Race 8 - CRAIG INGRAM, MLA CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1100 metres:

No report.

SWAB SAMPLES:

Routine swab samples were taken from the following' winners
RACE 1 "Sensational Swing"
RACE 2 "Le Mire"
RACE 4 "Euchre Princess"
RACE 6 "Joyance"
RACE 8 "Adamartaig

SUMMARY
FINES & EXPLANATIONS:	RACE 2- Miss B Horton was fined the sum of $50.00 for her late notification of a rider
SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS:	Race 4 Miss K Cosson , rider of Tobbio was severely reprimanded for permitting her mount to shift in when not sufficiently clear of other runners. Race 4 S.Leckey rider of Starkeeta was suspended for careless riding for permitting his mount to shift in when not clear of other runners. Race 6 M.Goring rider of Angel's Gem was severely reprimanded for permitting his mount to shift in when not sufficiently clear of other runners
HORSE ACTIONS:	Nil

Bel Esprit Sensational in Return

Saturday, 17 August 2002 00:00

Champion colt Bel Esprit is on target for a lucrative spring carnival after making a stunning return to the track with a three length demolition of a high class field in today’s listed Mitchell McKenzie Stakes (1000m) at Moonee Valley.

Having his first start since his unlucky fifth in the Golden Slipper in March, the strongly built son of Royal Academy was fast out of the barrier and from that point the result was never in danger.

Macedon Lodge stable foreman Geoff Dixon said he couldn’t have been more happier with the three-year-old'’ return.

"I was very pleased with that," Dixon said moments after the victory. "We pretty much expected him to come out and do that, but it’s just nice for it to actually happen."

Dixon has been in charge of the training of Bel Esprit, last season’s Blue Diamond Stakes winner, while head trainer John Symons has been holidaying in New Zealand. Symons returns home tomorrow.

"It’s going to be a nice welcoming home present," Dixon said with a smile.

Dixon said the colt was only about "85% fit" for today and there was still plenty of room for improvement. This was reaffirmed by today’s rider Nash Rawiller.

"There’s heaps of improvement in him," Rawiller said. "He gave me a good feel during the race and he was very impressive."

Bel Esprit defied a significant betting drift in the ring, where his price "blew" from $1.50 to $2.10, to win the race in dashing style.

He will have his next start in the $125,750 Group Three HDF McNeil Stakes (1100m) at Caulfield in a fortnight before tackling the older horses in the Group One Manikato Stakes, back here at Moonee Valley. After those two races Bel Esprit will be aimed toward the Caulfield Guineas, a race connections feel is definitely within his reach.

"I’m certain he will be able to get 1600 metres," a confident Dixon said.

At the post Bel Esprit held a three length advantage over the Australian bred and Hong Kong trained Able Choice, who made some handy late ground to please connections.

Trainer John Moore said after the race that the son of Lady Jakeo would head toward the Ascot Vale Stakes on his way to an expected return clash with Bel Esprit in the Caulfield Guineas.

The champion of his age in Hong Kong, Able Choice tasted defeat for the first time in his now four start career. He is owned by a brother to the Chairman of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.

Of the other horses Yell managed to grab third place ahead of the previously unbeaten youngster Titanic Jack.

The result would have been an ideal result for the handicapper, if he could have claimed to have weighted the horses. However with the race being a set weight and penalty affair the placings were decided on performance and prizemoney.

PICS - Quentin Lang.

Sandown (Vic)

Sunday, 18 August 2002 00:00

Track: SLOW
Weather: OVERCAST
Rail: OUT THREE METRES FOR THE ENTIRE CIRCUIT

Riding Changes:

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
2	"Willow Run"	L. Currie	L. Milham	Overweight
4	"Minster's Pride (NZ)"	A. Findlay *	L. Milham	Indisposed
5	"Fraar Diavolo"	L. Currie	D. Gauci	Overweight
7	"Destined for Fame"	A. Findlay *	B. Fenech	Indisposed
8	"Let's Remember"	L. Milham	Michelle Payne	Doubly Engaged

 * Must produce medical certificate prior to riding again.

Race 1 - CARANNA SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1400 metres:

Near the 300 metres "Alhazen", which had obtained a narrow run on the inside of "Schumpeter" which had shifted out slightly, was tightened for room due to "Schumpter" shifting in slightly. When tightened "Alhazen" brushed the running rail and shifted out towards "Schumpeter". "Alhazen" then clipped the heels of "Schumpeter", resulting in C. Newitt, its rider, being dislodged. Whilst the Stewards believed that there were some circumstances they notified D. Oliver, rider of "Schumpeter", that he must make every effort to ensure that he leaves room on his inside for runners which have obtained runs.

After passing the 200 metres "Nyneleven (NZ)" shifted out and brushed "Peace Ruler" when "Nyneleven (NZ)" was taken out slightly by "Conspectus" when attempting to improve its position on the outside of that colt.

Race 2 - JOSEPHINE HANDICAP - 1600 metres:

"Never Decree (NZ)" was slow to begin.

"Brava Brava" dipped slightly after jumping away.

Shortly after the start "Never Decree (NZ)" was inconvenienced, and "Willow Run" was hampered due to "Lovage" shifting in abruptly when hanging in.

Near the 200 metres "Cornbread" curled up when struck with the whip.

A veterinary examination of "Never Decree (NZ)" revealed that the mare had sustained a laceration to its near fore leg.

Race 3 - BRAVA JEANNIE SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1400 metres:

On jumping away "Swiss Storm" was tightened for room between "Lana Belle" and "Danse Macabre". After being tightened "Swiss Storm" got its head up.

Near the 900 metres "Chancelot", which was pulling hard, shifted out across the heels of "Light of Day" which had shifted in, and as a result took "Lana Belle" out off its course.

Near the 200 metres "Debben", which was laying in, shifted in towards "Zanna (NZ)". "Debben" continued to lay in for the remainder of the straight.

Approaching the winning post "Zanna (NZ)" shifted out towards "Debben".

Race 4 - SHANNON HANDICAP - 1600 metres:

Mr. P. Healey, trainer of "Solovei", was fined $50 for the late notification of S. Baster as the rider of the gelding.

S. Vella, rider of "Jacque", who was given an instruction to produce a medical clearance prior to riding again, failed to do so. S. Vella was severely reprimanded for this omission. S. Vella was examined by the Club's medical officer and passed fit to ride.

Race 5 - CARLTON DRAUGHT HANDICAP - 1400 metres:

Mr. C. W. Little, trainer of "Kashkii (NZ)" was fined the sum of $50 for the late notification of D. Oliver as the rider of the gelding.

K. McEvoy, rider of "Lord Mick (NZ)", explained to the Stewards that the gelding had not responded to his riding at any stage of the race, and on pulling up he felt that the horse was sore behind. A veterinary examination of "Lord Mick (NZ)" failed to reveal any apparent abnormality.

Rounding the home turn and in the early part of the straight "Kashkii (NZ)" hung out.

Over the concluding stages of the race "Fraar Diavolo" had to be steadied to avoid the heels of "The Almighty One (NZ)", which was shifting in.

Race 6 - AMMON RA HANDICAP - 1200 metres:

Approaching the 800 metres "Banff" had to be eased when tightened for room by "Night's Upon Us", which was taken in by "Ghost Party", which was taken in by "Eulalie" (D. Gauci). D. Gauci will be notified to exercise more care when shifting ground.

In the early part of the straight "Eulalie" shifted out away from "Ziparche", which was shifting out.

Near the 200 metres "Eulalie" was taken out by "Ziparche", which continued to shift out under pressure. Both horses continued to shift out over the concluding stages of the race. G. Childs, rider of "Ziparche", was notified that in respect of the incident near the 200 metres he should stop riding and straighten his mounts when in similar circumstances in future.

Race 7 - CARLTON DRAUGHT LUCKNOW HANDICAP - 2119 metres:

Mr. J. Blakey, trainer of "Astro Boy (NZ)", was fined $50 for the late notification of Michelle Payne as the rider of the gelding.

Mr. J. R. Wheeler, trainer of "Rocky Point", was fined $50 for having nominated the horse, when ineligible, for the race.

Acting on a report from the Analyst that the pre-race blood sample taken from "Manntari Rox (NZ)" had an elevated TCO₂ level in excess of the limit allowed under the Rules, the Stewards withdrew the mare from the race at 3.57 p.m. Evidence was taken from Mr. P. Banks, trainer of "Manntari Rox (NZ)", from Dr. P. O'Callaghan, the Club's Veterinary Surgeon, and from Mr. P. E. McMillan, Racecourse Detective. The inquiry was adjourned to a date to be fixed.

A urine sample was ordered to be taken from "Manntari Rox (NZ)".

The Stewards ordered that all monies wagered on "Manntari Rox (NZ)" be refunded, and that there be no other alteration to the betting.

After passing the 200 metres "Biggs (NZ)" faltered in the going.

Race 8 - VALLEY OF GEORGIA HANDICAP - 2119 metres:

The Stewards took no action in respect of "Petulant", when ineligible, being nominated for this race.

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

ADJOURNED INQUIRIES:

Inquiries into L. Currie being unable to fulfil his engagements to ride "Willow Run" in Race 2 and "Fraar Diavolo" in Race 5 due to being overweight were adjourned to a date to be fixed.

An inquiry into the reason for L. Milham being notified as the rider of "Let's Remember" and "Olivia's Dream" in the Valley of Georgia Handicap - Race 8 - was adjourned to a date to be fixed.

SUMMARY
FINES	P. Healey - "Solovei" - fined $50 for the late notification of his rider - Race 4. C. W. Little - Kashkii (NZ)" - fined $50 for the late notification of D. Oliver. Race 5. J. Blakey - "Astro Boy (NZ)" - fined $50 for the late notification of Michelle Payne. Race 7. Mr. J. R. Wheeler, trainer of "Rocky Point", was fined $50 for having nominated the horse for Race 7 when ineligible.
SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS:	S. Vella was severely reprimanded for failing to produce a medical certificate prior to riding in Race 4. Mildura (Vic) Tweet {SCPinterestShare href=https://form.virtualformguide.com/racing-news/victoria/28402--sp-1129215212.html layout=standard image=https://form.virtualformguide.com/images/stories/victoria.gif desc=Track: Good Weather: Fine Rail: TrueRiding Changes: Race - Horse - Rider - Replaced By - Reason 1 - Clay... size=small} Saturday, 17 August 2002 00:00 Track: Good Weather: Fine Rail: True Riding Changes: Race - Horse - Rider - Replaced By - Reason 1 - Clay Finale - M. Pegus (a) - L. Meech (a) - Indisposed 1 - Quantum Leap - L. Nolen - D. Yates - Indisposed 2 - Inala Cavalier - D. Larsson * - W. Hokai - Indisposed 2 - Louis L'Amour - L. Nolen - A. Prentice - Indisposed 2 - Just Elegant - M. Pegus (a) - D. Missen - Indisposed 3 - Dukatti Grey - L. Nolen - D. Missen - Indisposed 3 - Yumali - M Pegus (a) -M. Johnstone - Indisposed 4 - Delabee - L. Nolen - D. Yates - Indisposed 5 - Alfinity - L. Nolen - P. Johnstone (a) # - Indisposed 5 - Kamway - M. Pegus (a) - B. Cross (a) - Indisposed 6 - Jim's Dandy - M. Pegus (a) - M Pumpa (a) - Indisposed 6 - Yuvaraj - L. Nolen - D. Yates - Indisposed 7 - Verdot - M. Pegus (a) - L. Meech - Indisposed 7 - Zohar - L. Nolen - W. Hokai - Indisposed 8 - Bartorq - L. Nolen - W. Hokai - Indisposed 8 - Quite Easy - M. Pegus (a) - Indisposed * Must produce medical certificate before riding again. # No senior rider available Race 1 - 3YO MAIDEN (1100 metres): 'Clay Finale' which proved difficult to saddle in the stripping sheds reared and struck its head. Acting on veterinary advice, stewards ordered the withdrawal of 'Clay Finale' at 12.10pm. All monies bet for a win and/or place and concessions betting of 'Clay Finale' to be refunded. All successful bets on horses prior to time of withdrawal of 'Clay Finale' are subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket: Win Bets 37 cents, Place Bets 23 cents; Winning Concessions Bets 35 cents; Doubles Bets 37 cents. All monies bet after the Stewards declaration of withdrawal to be paid at face value of ticket. Mr. J. Castleman who was representing Mr. R Jolly trainer of 'Clay Finale' was notified that an official warning would be placed against the filly today for its behaviour and should it perform in a similar manner in future further action may be taken. Near the 1000 metres 'Centimetre Perfect' which when over racing had to be eased to avoid the heels of 'Princilla'. W. Hokai, rider of 'Mettori' explained to the stewards that he had some difficulty in obtaining a clear run in the straight. Race 2 - MAIDEN PLATE (1200 metres): When the gates opened 'Louis L'Amour' was slow to begin. Near the 500 metres 'Chief Fraar' had to be eased to avoid the heels of 'Zedos'. Subsequent to the race the clubs veterinary surgeon reported that 'Zedos' had sustained a laceration to its near hind fetlock. Over the concluding stages of the race 'Zedos' was inconvenienced when attempting a arrow run between Tossy Bobs and Casual Prince which shifted in slightly. Race 3 - CLASS 3 HANDICAP (2000 metres): Shortly after the start 'Kwaitpa' had to be checked to avoid the heels of 'Honourable Ami' (H. McKechnie) which shifted in when not clear. H. McKechnie was severely reprimanded and notified to exercise far more care when shifting ground in future. Near the 700 metres 'Dukatti Grey' shifted out and inconvenienced 'Headache'. Race 4 - CLASS 1 HANDICAP (1400 metres): In the early stages of the race 'Keep It Regal' got its head up when overracing. Shortly after the start 'La Cash' shifted in and bumped 'Delabee'. Near the 600 metres, 'Keep It Regal' when overracing had to be checked to avoid the heels of 'La Cash'. Stewards questioned B. Neville, rider of 'Hindrance', and Mr. S. Turner, employer and trainer of gelding regarding his use of the whip in the straight. B. Neville explained that he was instructed to use the whip on the gelding in a vigorous manner in the straight. Mr. Turner confirmed the instructions given and after viewing the film conceded that B. Neville in following these instructions had used the whip in an unnecessary manner. After taking all the evidence into account stewards severely reprimanded B. Neville for unnecessary use of the whip and fined Mr. S. Turner the sum of $200 for his instructions to B. Neville. Race 5 - CLASS 4 HANDICAP (1200 metres): Near the 600 meres 'Alfinity' had to be checked and 'Pure Elegance had to be eased wen tightened for room by 7 (D. Yates) which shifted in when not clear D. Yates was severely reprimanded and notified to exercise far more care when shifting ground in future. Race 6 - OPEN HANDICAP (1800 metres): M. Pumpa, rider of 'Jim's Dandy' who performed poorly explained to the stewards that the gelding travelled well in the early and middle stages of the race and when put under pressure near the 400 metres failed to respond to his riding. A veterinary examination of 'Jim's Dancy' subsequent to the race revealed no apparent abnormalities. Turning out of the straight 'Noisy Prospect' had to be eased when tightened for room by 'Jim's Dandy' which when racing tight in the inside of 'Showranch' ( M. Johnstone)was then taking in slightly by that gelding. M. Johnstone was notified to exercise far more can when shifting ground in future. Race 7 - CLASS 2 HANDICAP (1100 metres): Near the 1000 metres 'Fingerprint' had to be checked when tightened for room by 'Ruby Lips' which shifted out slightly and 'Zohar' which shifted in away from 'Jade Star'. Shortly after this 'Ruby Lips' had to be eased to avoid the heels of 'Irish Cent'. Race 8 - MAIDEN PLATE (1400 metres): On jumping away, 'Mahajini' shifted out and forced 'Outback Cash' out onto 'Purple Beau'. In the straight 'Quite Easy' hung in. G. O'Loughlin, rider of 'Night Fancy' who performed poorly explained to the stewards that the mare travelled well in the early and middle stages of the race and when put under pressure near the 500 metres failed to respond to his riding. G. O'Loughlin further added that he believed the mare was making a noise. Subsequent to the race the club's veterinary surgeon reported that the mare was showing no abnormalities. SWAB SAMPLES - Race 3: Winner, 'Yes No Yes'. Race 5: Winner, 'Secretary General'. Race 6: Winner, 'Noisy Prospect'. Race 8: Winner, 'Dantastic'. 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