Peter Pan Silks to Be Sold at Inglis Auction
- Friday, 16 August 2002 00:00
The registered silks of the former champion
galloper Peter Pan will go under the hammer in Melbourne later this month at the William
Inglis August Thoroughbred Sale.In a unique offering on the account of Archie Foy, the famous orange and green silks will be sold at the completion of the sale next Friday.
Foaled in 1929, Peter Pan had 36 starts in his illustrious career for 23 wins, six seconds and one third while amassing $69,682 in stakes earnings for his wins in the early 30s.
Australian racegoers would have not thought it possible to have been treated to another champion so soon after the tragic death in America of Phar Lap.
But racegoers knew Peter Pan was going to be something special when he won the AJC Derby in 1932.
Later that year the flashy chestnut gelding galloped to victory in the Melbourne Cup, just three days after winning the Melbourne (now Mackinnon) Stakes.
Two years later the champion son of Pantheon again took the Melbourne Stakes and Cup double at Flemington.
He also won the Rawson (now Ranvet) Stakes, AJC Plate (now Queen Elizabeth Stakes), All-Aged Stakes and many other feature events including the Hill Stakes, Craven Plate, AJC St. Leger and two runnings of the Cumberland Stakes. The Cumberland is no longer run, but its honour roll includes the champions Phar Lap, Carbine, Poseidon, Eurythmic, Limerick, Delta, Tranquil Star, Poitrel and Spear Chief.
The colours, which will go under the hammer as lot number 211, are registered with the Victorian Racing Club and the registration will be transferred to the purchaser.
Sale (Vic)
- Friday, 16 August 2002 00:00
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Riding Changes:
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
| 1 | Arrogant Arch | *B. Park | R. McLeod | Indisposed |
| 3 | Honour Her Name | D. Taggart | A. Findlay | Indisposed |
| 8 | Nanbrooke Princess | F. Villella | N. Callow | Indisposed |
| 9 | Thief of Time | L. Coffey | W. Davis | Mechanical Problem |
* To produce a medical certificate prior to riding again.
Race 1 - M.J. CASEY MAIDEN PLATE 1700 metres:
The start of the race was delayed due to the late arrival of one of the ambulance vehicles.
When the gates opened "SKY GLOW" stood flat footed and lost considerable ground. Subsequently, Mr M. Farrugia, trainer of "SKY GLOW", was notified that an official warning would be placed against the mare for her behaviour today. Mr Farrugia was further notified that should "SKY GLOW" perform in a similar manner further action may be taken.
A post race veterinary examination of "PINDICO" which performed poorly revealed no abnormalities.
Race 2 - T.P. MARTIN SUPER VOBIS 3YO MAIDEN PLATE 1600 metres:
"MARAUDING RULER" was slow to begin.
Near the 200 metres "MARAUDING RULER" shifted in under pressure towards "ANGEL'S WALK (NZ)" (N. Stanley) resulting in N. Stanley's whip becoming entangled.
When asked if he could offer an explanation for the improved performance of "BOYD", the winner, Mr D. Harrison, trainer of the colt explained that in his opinion "BOYD" was suited to the firmer track conditions today as opposed to its recent run at Sandown on slow ground. Mr Harrison added that "BOYD" had worked well throughout its campaign and the engagement of a senior rider today may have helped the colt, as "BOYD" can be a difficult horse to ride.
Race 3 - A.R. LEE MAIDEN PLATE (1) 1200 metres:
After being placed in the barrier "BALLY MITCHELL" broke through its stall and cantered for a short distance. "BALLY MITCHELL" was returned to the barrier, examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to run.
Acting on a report from the Starter that "ELGIN" had proved difficult to load, the Stewards notified Mr T. Bannon, trainer of the gelding, that an official warning would be placed against "ELGIN" for its behaviour today. Prior to being permitted to start again a barrier test certificate must be produced in respect of the gelding. These incidents caused the start of the race to be delayed.
"ROCKET ROSE" began awkwardly, then contacted the hindquarters of "RUBE" resulting in "ROCKET ROSE" shifting out and bumping "MERETICIAN".
Also on jumping away "BALLY MITCHELL" was hampered when tightened for room between "TAINT" which shifted in and "HONOUR HER NAME" which was taken out by "NORTHERN SIROCCO".
In the early stages of the race "ABSCISSION" race ungenerously.
Approaching the home turn "ROCKET ROSE" was held up for a run.
Near the 200 metres "RUBE" had to be eased when tightened for room by "QUASIBOSS" which shifted in slightly.
Race 4 - J.V. CANTWELL MAIDEN PLATE (2) 1200 metres:
Near the 800 metres "DANCING DEFENCE (NZ)" was hampered when tightened for room by "TUMBLEDOWN WADDY" which was taken in by "KARMA" which shifted in after being bumped on the hindquarters by "FAIR COPY".
Shortly after this "TUMBLEDOWN WADDY" had to be checked off the heels of "KARMA" which laid in.
L. Currie, rider of "CROATIAN SMYTZER (NZ)" which weakened badly in the straight, stated that the mare travelled well until placed under pressure near the 500 metres then failed to respond to his riding from that point onwards. A subsequent veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - K.J. ALLMAN CLASS 4 HANDICAP 2200 metres:
"TARLAN" began awkwardly and lost ground.
In the early and middle stages of the race "SALERNO (NZ)" raced ungenerously.
Rounding the home turn and on straightening "LOCHI" was held up.
Approaching the 200 metres "MARTRISTAL (NZ)" (S. Baster) shifted out and took "TARLAN" (N. Callow) out off its course for a number of strides. Shortly after this "MARTRISTAL (NZ)" was hampered and taken in by "TARLAN" which when under pressure shifted in. Both N. Callow and S. Baster were notified that they must stop riding and straighten their mounts to avoid causing interference when placed in similar circumstances in the future.
Prior to correct weight being declared S. Baster, rider of "MARTRISTAL (NZ)" second placegetter, requested to view the Stewards patrol and side on videos with a view to lodging an objection against "TARLAN" the winner of the race. After viewing the videos S. Baster decided not to lodge an objection.
During the running of the race "GNAEUS POMPEIUS (NZ) suffered a bleeding attack.
Race 6 - J.A. MORRISON FILLIES & MARES CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1000 metres:
On jumping away "FAIR CLARE" knuckled.
Also on jumping away "MERCURY LOUNGE" had to be checked when tightened for room between "SEDDENGA" and "ARK VENTURE" both of whom shifted ground.
Near the 500 metres "GUATEMALA" shifted in
slightly away from "FAIR CLARE" which had improved on its outside.
"GUATEMALA" then continued to shift in and when doing so clipped the heels of
"SLAMJAM" which changed stride and shifted out slightly. As a result of this F.
Villella, rider of "GUATEMALA" was dislodged. After taking into account all the
circumstances, Stewards took no action.
Race 7 - LIFE MEMBERS SPRINT HANDICAP 1200 metres:
"INFAMY" knuckled on jumping away.
Race 8 - C.F. RUTHBERG MEMORIAL CLASS 3 HANDICAP 1100 metres:
"PHENOMENON" jumped away awkwardly and then made
contact with "RUSTIC ROYAL" due to both horses shifting ground.
Miss T. Gray, rider of "BOREMAX" stated that she eased her mount down in the
home straight as the gelding began to weaken after straightening and in her opinion felt
sore in the off-foreleg. A subsequent veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities.
Race 9 - P.T. GRAY CLASS 2 HANDICAP (1) 1400 metres:
At the entrance to the straight "TIP THE ATLANTIC" shifted out and took "LACRISTI" wide.
Race 10 - M.A. BLAKISTON CLASS 2 HANDICAP (2) 1400 metres:
After passing the 100 metres "ECHO ALONG" had to be checked off the heels of "PRINCE BAA BAA" when attempting a run between that horse and "ELSARK" which shifted in.
SWAB SAMPLES -
Routine swab samples were taken from the following winners:
Race 1 - GIBSON (NZ).
Race 2 - BOYD.
Race 7 - STALKER.
Race 9 - ENERGY ABOUNDS.
A random swab sample was taken from:
Race 5 - POSITION TAKEN (unplaced).
Wangaratta (Vic)
- Tuesday, 13 August 2002 00:00
Weather: OVERCAST
Rail: TRUE
Riding Changes:
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
| 1 | ALLEGE | l. Robinson | R. Wheeler | Unavailable |
| 1 | SING US A TUNE | E. Cassar | B. Ward | Breakdown |
| 2 | DASHING JOE | B. Payne | C. Quilty | Delayed |
| 3 | REAL OPPORTUNITY | D. O'Hair | B. Johns | Indisposed |
| 5 | TRICKY TORNADO | R. Booth | B. Payne | Indisposed |
| 6 | ETTA PLACE | L. Nolen | B. Payne | Non Engagement |
| 6 | CUSTODY | R. Booth | C. Quilty | Indisposed |
| 6 | SHUTTERS | M. Connick | M. Austin | Overweight |
| 8 | SCHREWDLY DIFFERENT | R. Wheeler | M. Payne | Became Indisposed |
| 9 | TOUCH OF AMBER | R. Wheeler | G. Mathrick | Became Indisposed |
Race 1 - DAVID SESSIONS BOBCAT HIRE - MAIDEN PLATE - 1600 metres:
RARE SPARKLE and RAVISTA were slow to begin.
E, Marchant rider of SHAKE EM UP stated to the Stewards that the mare over-raced in the middle stages of the race and rounding the home corner had a tendency to lay out. E. Marchant further stated that in the straight LOVE MODE raced like a tired horse and after passing 100m shifted in abruptly which resulted in the mare being held up for a clear run over the concluding stages of the race.
Race 2 - WORKSAFE VIC MAIDEN PLATE (1) - 1180 metres:
On the way to the barriers HOUR OF GLORY broke free from the Clerk of the Course near 1000m and broke through the outside running rail. Acting on veterinary advise Stewards ordered the withdrawal of FANCY IRISH at 12.34pm. Mr. D. McCrohan trainer of HOUR OF GLORY was notified that an official warning would be placed against the horse and should HOUR OF GLORY behave in a similar manner in future in may lead to some action being taken. As a result of this the start of the race was delayed. The following alterations were made to betting:
All monies bet for a win and/or place and concession betting on HOUR OF GLORY to be refunded.
All successful bets on horses prior to the time of withdrawal of HOUR OF GLORY are subject to the following deductions in the dollars from the face value of the ticket: WIN BETS: 7c PLACE BETS: 8c WINNING CONCESSION BETS: 7c DOUBLES BETS: 7c. * All monies bet after the Stewards declaration of withdrawal to be paid at the face value of the ticket.
Approaching 500m BEND THE RULES was held up for a run. In the straight BEND THE RULES raced greenly and after passing 200m was disappointed for a run between PREMIUM RED and BOAT and after passing 100m BEND THE RULES which continued to race greenly had some difficulty in obtaining a run.
Race 3 - SPORT 927 MAIDEN PLATE - (2) - 1180M:
Approaching 600m BRADDOCK when racing greenly, shifted in abruptly and struck the running rail.
Rounding the home corner and in the straight SILVERMINE WOOD hung out. Mr. AG. Dickson representing trainer John Symons was notified that an official warning would be placed against the gelding and should SILVERMINE WOOD behave in a similar manner in future in may lead to some action being taken.
Stewards amended the track category from heavy to slow at 1.25pm
Race 4 - TOOHEYS NEW CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1180M:
After being placed in its stall CIPHER became restless and reared. CIPHER was taken out of the stalls, examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to run.
V. Hall rider of GARROS was notified that he must ride his mounts out hands and heels to the end of the race.
Race 5 - ACCESS FUEL & LUBRICANTS S.V. 3Y.O MAIDEN PLATE - 1000M
MAJESTIC FLUSH jumped away awkwardly and then had to be eased off the heels of PALAKALANI. CHAR was slow to begin. TRICKY TORNADO jumped awkwardly. Shortly after the start TRICKY TORNADO had be eased to avoid the heels of CELTIC MANOR which shifted out. In the middle stages of the race MRS. BRADBURY raced greenly and near the 600m shifted in abruptly and hampered ASHKONI.
Approaching 400m CHAR was held up for a run. Shortly after this CHAR (V. Duric) which was racing greenly shifted out to obtain a narrow run on the outside of TAUBADA, who was also racing greenly. CHAR then shifted out further which resulted in PALAKANI being taken out onto MRS. BRADBURY and INASNIP which resulted in those horses being hampered. V. Duric was reprimanded and notified that he must exercise far more care when taking runs in the future.
Race 6 - PARISH AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING CL. 5 HANDICAP- 1180M
On jumping away BENMORE shifted out and DUSTBUSTER shifted in resulting in SHUTTERS and DUSTBUSTER being hampered.
Race 7 - MULWALA SERVICES CLUB F & M CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1600M
Approaching 400m IDOL OF DEMUS had to be eased when tightened for room between SYMPHONETTE which shifted out slightly and GLEANINGS which was taken in slightly by TEQUILA BELLE.
Race 8 - B & Z E CREED PAINTERS CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1600M
LIKE AUNTIE was slow to begin.
At the entrance to the straight SCENIC QUEST was held up for a run and then in the early part of the straight had to change course to obtain a run.
V. Hall rider of WILLWIN FLYER which had performed below expectations stated to the stewards that the gelding travelled will in the early stages of the race but failed to respond to his riding in the straight. V. Hall further stated that in his opinion the gelding was not suited by today's track conditions. A Veterinary Examination of WILLWIN FLYER revealed no abnormality.
Race 9 - CHESHIRE AND WILLIAMS REPAIRS CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1300M
After CELTIC BLUE was placed in the barriers the gelding became restless, kicked out, and struck TAWNY PULSE, which was drawn alongside CELTIC BLUE. TAWNY PULSE then panicked and then kicked out on a number of occasions. TAWNY PULSE and CELTIC BLUE were both removed from the barriers, examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon who ruled that both horses were unfit to start. Actiing on this advise Stewards withdrewe TAWNY PULSE and CELTIC BLUE at 4.41pm.
The following alterations were made to betting:
All monies bet for a win and / or a place and concession betting on TAWNY PULSE to be refunded.
All successful bets on horse prior to the time of withdrawal of TAWNY PULSE are subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket: WIN BETS: 14c PLACE BETS: 16c WINNING CONCESSION BETS: 15c DOUBLES BETS: 14c. All monies bet after the Stewards declaration of withdrawal to be paid at face value of the ticket.
The following alterations were made to betting: All monies bet for a win and / or a place and concession betting on CELTIC BLUE to be refunded. All successful bets on horse prior to the time of withdrawal of CELTIC BLUE are subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket: WIN BETS: 14c PLACE BETS: 16c WINNING CONCESSION BETS: 15c DOUBLES BETS: 14c. All monies bet after the Stewards declaration of withdrawal to be paid at face value of the ticket.
On jumping away UCEM was severely hampered by CURVET who was taken in by KHARTOUM.
Also on jumping away TOUCH OF AMBER knuckled.
P. Robl rider of NOREAST ROYALE, which had performed poorly stated to the Stewards that in his opinion there was something amiss with the Gelding's action and NOREAST ROYALE had pulled up distressed.
SWAB SAMPLES:
RACE 2 - FORELLI winner of the race
RACE 3 - ALICE IN TOYLAND winner of the race
RACE 7 - TEQUILA BELLE, Second place getter (random)
PRE RACE BLOOD SAMPLES WERE TAKEN FROM THE FOLLOWING HORSES FOR POST RACE ANALYSIS:
RACE 1 - LADY MERYL and MAKYBE DIVA
RACE 7 – STIMULATE
RACE 8 - AQUA GRIGIO and SAMBUR PRINCE
EXPLANATIONS:
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| SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS: | |
| HORSE ACTIONS: | RACE 2 - HOUR OF GLORY RACE 3 - SILVERMINE WOOD |
Webb to Front Stewards over High Bi-Carb Reading
- Thursday, 15 August 2002 00:00
Cranbourne based trainer Stuart Webb will be asked to front stewards after a
pre-race test of one of his recent runners return a high bi-carb reading.A pre-race blood sample from one of Webb's runners at the Terang meeting at Warrnambool on Monday returned today with an excessive concentrate of TCO2.
"The analyst reported that LOCHI had a Total Carbon Dioxide (TCO2) level at a concentration greater than 36.0 mm/l in plasma, a prohibited substance under the rules of racing," today's stewards report said.
Lochi, the horse in question, was a runner in the Robyn Macey's Panmure Hotel Class 4 Handicap. It finished third and is likely to be disqualified at the upcoming stewards hearing.
An inquiry will be held at a date to be fixed.
Treloar Out, Rawiller In, Seamer Next for Bel Esprit
- Monday, 12 August 2002 00:00
Talented Victorian hoop Nash Rawiller will ride
brilliant Melbourne colt Bel Esprit in his return to the track in Saturday's Mitchell
McKenzie Stakes at Moonee Valley.But his stint on the colt will be short lived as he will have no chance of riding the three-year-old at his next start in the Group One Manikato Stakes at Moonee Valley in September.
A new rider was required for Bel Esprit in Saturday's race at Moonee Valley after his regular rider Wayne Treloar lost an appeal against a one month suspension today.
Bel Esprit's trainer John Symons said the owners of the Blue Diamond Stakes winner chose to reward Rawiller for the fact he will be riding the colt in a track gallop at Moonee Valley tomorrow.
"Nash will be riding him in his gallop tomorrow morning," Symons said. "And the owners felt he deserved the chance to ride him on Saturday."
But with the Group One Manikato Stakes being a weight-for-age event both Rawiller and Treloar, who's suspension ends on the eve of the Melbourne's first Group One race of the season, will be unable to ride Bel Esprit. The colt will be asked to carry just 51 kilograms in the Manikato.
"Scotty (Seamer) will probably ride him in the Manikato at this stage," Symons added.
It is understood owners opted for Seamer ahead of
the natural lightweight Steven King. A renowned big race jockey, with international
experience, King has linked in recent weeks with Macedon Lady, one of the other shining
prospects with a seemingly terrific spring in store.
Treloar was suspended after he used a sauna at the Caulfield Racecourse without the required accreditation. He had told the sauna supervisor he was fellow rider Peter Mertens and then signed in as that rider when using the sauna before riding.
The board today heard an appeal by Treloar against the severity of the sentence, but it was dismissed and his deposit was forfeited.
Treloar's suspension begins at midnight tonight and expires at midnight on Wednesday September 11, three days before the Manikato.
PICS - Quentin Lang.
Mornington (Vic)
- Thursday, 15 August 2002 00:00
Weather: OVERCAST
Rail: OUT SIX METRES FOR THE ENTIRE CIRCUIT
Riding Changes:
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
| 3 | "Something Clever" | E. Marchant | P. Mertens | Traffic problem |
| 5 | "Stylish Queen" | Christine Cole | Michelle Payne | Unavailable |
| 7 | "King Laka (NZ)" | V. Duric | Sally Wynne | Became indisposed |
| 7 | "Erudite" | D. Taggart | L. Milham | Indisposed |
| 10 | "Big Lad (NZ)" | L. Bulger | Michelle Payne | Indisposed |
| 10 | "Jugannon" | I. Culliver | A.Spiteri | Unavailable |
* Must produce medical certificate prior to riding again.
Race 1 - SUPER VOBIS 3YO COLTS & GELDINGS MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 metres:
When the gates openeed "Cannydance", "Psychotic", "Huntin' Dawg (NZ)" and "Bounty Beat (NZ)" were hampered when tightened for room between"Flying Cape" and "Royal Rule", which shifted out.
In the early stages of the race the saddle on "Royal Rule" shifted forward placing L. Milham, its rider, at a disadvantage for the remainder of the race.
The lead bag, which had been placed on "Royal Rule", was dislodged near the 600 metres as a result of the saddle shifting forward.
Subsequent to the race L. Milham, rider of "Royal Rule", weighed in under his declared weight. L. Milham called for the bridle, but he was still under his declared weight. The Stewards disqualified "Royal Rule" from the race, and amended the placings to read: "Bounty Beat (NZ)"; 1st; "Psychotic"; 2nd, "Flying Cape"; 3rd "Cannydance", 4th, and"Lord Tizer"., 5th.
Race 2 - SUPER VOBIS 3Y0 FILLIES MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 metres:
When asked if he could offer any explanation for the improved performance of "Zena Princess" Mr. B. Laming, trainer of the filly, winner of the race, stated that its improved performance was due to the filly maturing, and also appreciating the slightly longer distance and the heavy track conditions today.
Race 3 - BECOME A MORNINGTON MEMBERS MAIDEN PLATE - 2400 metres:
In the early and middle stages of the race "Bangholme raced ungenerously.
Race 4 - MOTORCOURT TOYOTA CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1200 metres:
P. Healey, trainer of "Olympic Miss", was fined $50 for the late notification of L. Milham as the rider of the mare.
Race 5 - TEAC RISING STARS CLASS 1 HANDICAP (1) - 1500 metres:
In the early stages of the race "Marrisk" over-raced.
Near the 400 metres "Rocketeer" (C. Newitt) shifted in when not sufficiently clear of "Wild Cat", bumping that mare, which resulted in "Wild Cat" knuckling and almost falling. C. Newitt was severely reprimanded, and notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.
Approaching the 300 metres "Predominate" was hampered when tightened for room between "Stylish Queen" and "Mega Moon", which shifted in slightly away from "Marrisk".
The Stewards questioned apprentice Ricky DeBono, rider of "Artemus", regarding his riding of the mare from near the 500 metres until just after straightening. R. DeBono stated to the Stewards that his instructions were to ride the mare quietly in the early stages as the mare had drawn a wide barrier, and to commence to improve his position after passing the 600 metres. R. DeBono further stated that the mare had a tendency to shift out after being struck with the whip near the 200 metres. Mr. G. Moloney, employer of R. DeBono, confirmed the instructions given. R. DeBono was severely reprimanded by the Stewards for failing to improve his position near the 500 metres when able to do so. . The Stewards, in severely reprimanding Ricky DeBono, took into account his relative inexperience in that he had only had a limited number of race rides.
Race 6 - TEAC RISING STARS CLASS 1 HANDICAP (2) - 1500 metres:
No report.
Race 7 - CARLTON DRAUGHT HANDICAP - 1500 metres:
No report.
Race 8 - STEEPLES TABARET FILLIES AND MARES CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1500 metres:
No report.
Race 9 - CARLTON DRAUGHT CLASS 2 HANDICAP (1) - 2000 metres:
Prior to correct weight A. B. Robertson, rider of "Hallowed Bow", second past the post, viewed the Stewards' patrol videos, and decided not to lodge an objection.
When the gates opened "Power to Burn" jumped away awkwardly.
Race 10 - CARLTON DRAUGHT CLASS 2 HANDICAP (2) - 2000 metres:
Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Mr. D. Laws, trainer of "Desert Wolf", who stated that the gelding was found to be sore in the near hind leg subsequent to scratching time this morning, the Stewards withdrew "Desert Wolf" from the event at 11.10 a.m. Mr, Laws will produce a veterinary certificate for the gelding.
SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of the following races: "Zena Princess" - Race 2; "Brace Yourself" - Race 3; "Dantarian" - Race 6; "Kaaponic (NZ)" - Race 7, and "Santina" - Race 8.
EXPLANATIONS:
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| FINES | Mr. P. Healey - fined $50 for the late notification of L. Milham as the rider of the mare. Race 4. |
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| SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS: | C. Newitt, rider of
"Rocketeer" -`Race 5 - was severely reprimanded and notified to exercise more
care when shifting ground. R. DeBono, rider of "Artemus", was severely reprimanded for failing to improve his position when he had room to do so. Race 5.
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Sunday's Tips for Flemington
Race 1 Chance for the Aussie boys to peg back some points after an Irish clean sweep in Adelaide today. Bold Impulse should be too strong for Brett Scott while the main danger could be Martin Mills' mount Woody Woodpecker. Bold Impulse, Woody Woodpecker, Masterful Lad, Risky Venture. Race 2 The in form Kattavia is set to prove the major stumbling block here. Gets in well with the claim for in form apprentice. Mister Expert has been racing consistently without winning and Purple Road impressed last start. Kattavia, Purple Road, Mister Expert, King Robdon. Race 3 Steel King is expected to be a stakes horse and he should account for these if he is. From the inform Mayfield-Smith stable and perfectly drawn. Bamaga is ready to improve, while Kasi Haraka is a chance if she gets a start. Steel King, Bamaga, Rapidash, Kasi Haraka. Race 4 Best Intentions is Mick Price's runner in a race named after his father Bill. He is a good hope in an open race. The grey Wannaway won't wanna be going before acceptances this time. Splash of Love is always thereabouts, while Peria has to improve. Splash of Love, Wannaway, Peria, Best Intentions. Race 5 Prince Rubiton should win on his excellent effort in the Monash behind Rubitano. Top sprinter who should beat these fresh performers. Fields of Omagh could be sprinting hard home at the finish while Flavour is a great first upper. Surely is couldn't be another Rubiton trifecta? Prince Rubiton, Flavour, Sir Anabaa, Fields of Omagh. Race 6 Living End is racing in great heart and should enjoy the spacious Flemington track. He's beautifully bred and a plum pick up for Noel Callow. Stephen Baster has jumped off that horse to partner last start runner-up Rock of the Ages. Chances to Lord Darth Vader, Piermont and Lynx. Living End, Lynx, Piermont, Rock of the Ages. Race 7 Jone's Prophet could be the smokey here. Cherak was unlucky last start and will appreciate the spacious track. Southern Crown is well drawn and has Payne up, while Our Arch Rivalis deserving of a win here. Jone's Prophet, Cherak, Raami Romancer, Our Arch Rival. Race 8 Dashiki's Sydney form is first class and the stable had a treble today. Western state performer Fine and Dapper is very consistent, while Geronimo Run has class on his side. Chances to Auckland Blues, Likauma and in form Work and Tumble. Fine and Dapper, Dashiki, Geronimo Run, Likauma. Best bet: Prince Rubiton Sandown (Vic)
Weather: OVERCAST Rail: OUT 14 METRES FOR THE ENTIRE CIRCUIT Riding Changes:
* Must produce medical certificate prior to riding again Race 1 - LIMERICK LANE STUD AUSTRALIA VS IRELAND HURDLE - about 3200 metres: A veterinary examination of "Just a Look (NZ)", which dislodged its rider at the third last obstacle, revealed no abnormality. Race 2 - GALWAY HANDICAP - 1300 metres: The Stewards fined D. Oliver, rider of "Just like Kelly", fifth placegetter, the sum of $300 for having failed to ride his mount out to the end of the race. The Stewards were not satisfied that his actions did affect the result of the race. Race 3 - TRALEE SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1200 metres: "Super Irish" hung out rounding the home turn. Race 4 - LISTOWEL SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP - 1200 metres: Near the 1000 metres "Antique", which was over-racing, had to be checked off the heels of "Nul Autre", which shifted in. Race 5 - DOWN ROYAL HANDICAP - 1500 metres: Michelle Payne, rider of "Jadeline", was severely reprimanded for permitting her mount, which was laying out, to shift out under pressure near the 300 metres when not sufficiently clear of "Our Brave Lady", thereby tightening that mare on to "Sophie Princess" and "Pride of Oamaru", resulting in "Sophie Princess" having to be checked, and "Pride of Oamaru" and "Our Brave Lady" being hampered. Approaching the winning post "Lauriston Lass" was hampered when tightened on to "Fradari" by "Anneden Gold", which shifted out under pressure away by "Scintillate". Race 6 - SPORT 927 HANDICAP - 1600 metres: "Sergio (NZ)" hung out under pressure in the straight. Matt Pumpa, rider of "Ton of Hope" which performed below expectations, stated that the gelding did not handle the track conditions today, and continually changed stride throughout the race. M. Pumpa added that "Ton of Hope" felt normal on pulling up. Race 7 - PUNCHESTOWN HANDICAP - 2288 metres: Mr. N. Thompson , trainer of "Leys", was severely reprimanded for presenting his horse to race with plates which in the opinion of the Farriers' Supervisor did not conform with the Rules. Race 8 - LEOPARDSTOWN HANDICAP - 1300 metres: "Tyra" was slow to begin. "Darting Princess" jumped away awkwardly. SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of all races today. RESUMED INQUIRY: The Stewards accepted the explanation of Mr. A. Krushka for the late notification of L. Milham as the rider of "Let's Remember" in the Bill Price Handicap 1800 - Race 4 - which was run at Flemington on Sunday, 11th August, 2002. As L. Milham was unavailable, he was replaced by M. Pegus. EXPLANATIONS:
Flemington (Vic)
Weather: FINE Rail: OUT 13 METRES FOR THE ENTIRE CIRCUIT Riding Changes:
* Must produce medical certificate prior to riding again Race 1 - HYLAND SPORTSWEAR AUSTRALIA vs IRELAND HURDLE - 2860 metres: "Bubble Gum", which had been restless in its stall, was slow to begin, and "Te Moana (NZ)" and "Masterful Lad (NZ)" both stood flat-footed, and lost considerable ground. P. Daniel, rider of "Montana Magic" which was eased out of the race rounding the home turn, stated that the gelding had been giving ground and was a beaten horse at the time, and for this reason he eased it out of the race. A veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormality. Subsequently Carol Faithful, trainer of "Montana Magic", was notified that the gelding must school to the satisfaction of the Stewards in an organized hurdle trial before competing in a jumps race in future. "Masterful Lad (NZ)", which made a faulty jump near the winning post on the first occasion and almost fell, was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon subsequent to the race. The Club's Veterinary Surgeon reported that he could find no abnormality. Race 2 - DAVID BENHAM HANDICAP - 1740 metres: Prior to correct weight S. Baster, rider of "Mister Expert", fourth past the post, viewed the Stewards' videos, and lodged an objection against "Purple Road" being declared second placegetter on the grounds of alleged interference in the early part of the straight. After the parties had viewed the Stewards' videos, and after hearing the evidence of the parties concerned, the Stewards upheld the objection, the amended placings being: "Kattavia", 1st; "Marauding Ruler", 2nd; "Mister Expert", 3rd, and "Purple Road", 4th. On jumping away "Decimation" and "Marauding Ruler" bumped, which resulted in "Marauding Ruler" becoming unbalanced. R. Booth, rider of "King Robdon", stated that on the home turn his right spur became entangled in his gear, which resulted in him losing the use of his off-side iron for a short distance, and him becoming unbalanced. At the entrance to the straight "Purple Road", which was laying in and had difficulty obtaining a clear run, was accidentally struck on the head by the whip of R. Booth, rider of "King Robdon". "Purple Road" then shifted in across the heels of "Decimation", and took "Mister Expert" in off its course, hampering that gelding, and causing "Mister Expert" to lose its running. A. Findlay, rider of "Purple Road", was severely reprimanded, and notified that he must exercise far greater care when obtaining runs in future. Race 3 - ANSIS DIZGALVIS SPRINT - 1000 metres: "Chiaretto", which was restless in its stall, was removed from the stalls, examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to run. "Arnside", which was restless and lashing out, was also removed from its stall, and passed fit to run by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon. "Chiaretto" knuckled on jumping away. Also on jumping away "Miss Dehere" and "Zashmir" came together. Shortly after this "Miss Dehere" was hampered when tightened for room between "Zashmir" and "Signor Pagolino", which shifted out. "Arousing (NZ)", which missed the start slightly, was then tightened for room by "Steel King", which was taken in by "Go Taiut", which had to shift in to avoid the heels of "Kasi Haraka". After passing the 400 metres "Signor Pagolino" had a tendency to lay in under pressure towards "Royal Calcutta". "Kasi Haraka", which gave ground over the concluding stages, collapsed and died on pulling up. Race 4 - BILL PRICE 1800 - 1800 metres: "Hennessy Road" was hampered when tightened for room between "Our Santolina (NZ)", which shifted in slightly, and "Wannaway", which jumped away awkwardly and shifted out. Near the 200 metres "Sweet City Sioux", when making ground, was inconvenienced when tightened for room between "Splash of Love" and "Peria", which shifted in slightly under pressure before being straightened. Race 5 - AURIE'S STAR HANDICAP - 1200 metres: Shane Dye", rider of "Dash for Cash", stated that the gelding travelled well in the early and middle stages of the race, but gave ground when put under pressure approaching the 300 metres. A veterinary examination of "Dash for Cash" failed to reveal any abnormality. Race 6 - MAX HAWKINS & MICHAEL BRONDOU HANDICAP - 2660 metres: No report. Race 7 - ROSEMARY KENNY HANDICAP - 1800 metres: On the home turn "Hit the Spot" was temporarily held up for a run between "Laird's Bounty" and "Somebody Smiled", which was weakening. Reece Wheeler, rider of "Tineke" which gave ground over the concluding stages, stated that the gelding failed to respond to his riding, and changed stride on a number of occasions. Wheeler added that, as he believed that something may have been amiss with it, he eased it down over the concluding stages. A veterinary examination of "Tineke" failed to reveal any abnormality. During the running of the race "Cherak (NZ)" lost its near hind plate. Race 8 - GEORGE VELLA HANDICAP - 1430 metres: As there was no other rider or apprentice available within one kilogram of the weight allotted to "Mawhoob", the Stewards permitted D. Oliver to ride the gelding at 1.5 kilograms over its allotted weight. When "Hirule" had to be eased off the heels of "Fine and Dapper" near the 800 metres, "Century Hawk", which was following, then had to be checked. "Work and Tumble (NZ)" had difficulty obtaining a clear run from the entrance to the straight to near the 300 metres. SWAB SAMPLES were taken from the winners of all races today. ADJOURNED INQUIRIES: An inquiry into the reason for the late notification of L. Milham as the rider of "Let's Remember", which ran in the Bill Price 1800 - Race 4 - was adjourned to a date to be fixed. L. Milham was replaced by M. Pegus. An inquiry into the reason for "Panasie", when ineligible, being nominated for the Bill Price 1800 - Race 4 - was adjourned to a date to be fixed. (Mr. John North). RESUMED INQUIRY: The Stewards today concluded the inquiry, which was adjourned at Caulfield on Saturday, 3rd August, 2002, into the use of the whip by R. Booth, rider of "Jasper's Gold" in the Cash Converters Handicap. R. Booth was fined $200 for unnecessary use of the whip on the gelding.
Elegant Gallops in Great Fashion
Quality mare Elegant Fashion is on track for a successful return to the track as she is aimed toward the Group One Caulfield Cup in October. A member of the in form Lindsay Park training establishment, the Moonee Valley Oaks winner and AJC Oaks runner-up worked strongly between races in Adelaide on Saturday. Her trainer Tony McEvoy was not at Morphettville but said that stable representatives were delighted with her work. "She went perfect," McEvoy said of the filly's gallop with unbeaten stakes winning stablemate Pompous, who was ridden by Paul Gatt. The top class mare who is owned by Dr Gene Tsoi, a long time Lindsay Park client, has been nominated for the Caulfield and Melbourne Cups and the Cox Plate during the upcoming Melbourne Spring Carnival.
Elegant Fashion, who was ridden in the gallop by Lindsay Park's number one rider Simon Price, shaded her stablemate at the finish. Cyberhorse's Adelaide correspondent Jenny Barnes who captured some shots of the mare in her first public appearance this season, said the pair galloped strongly. "Their last 600 metres was very good," Barnes reported. "And she (Elegant Fashion) was hardly blowing afterwards." At this stage Elegant Fashion is expected to kick off in Saturday week's $201,000 Group 2 JJ Liston Stakes (1400m) at Caulfield, a race in which she could clash with Sunday's brilliant Aurie's Star Handicap winner Fields of Omagh. PICS - Jenny Barnes. Warracknabeal (Vic)
Weather: Overcast Rail: True Position Riding Changes: Race - Horse - Rider - Replaced By - Reason 3 - Garissa - P Saunders - C Puls - Unconfirmed 8 - Choof - M Goring - L Meech - Indisposed Race 1 - Wimmera Racing Membership Maiden Plate - 2000 metres Secret Theatre jumped away awkwardly. Near the 1400 metres Simonstyle had to be eased when tightened for room between Secret Theatre and Exponent, which shifted out when being eased off the heels of Blue Zodiac. For the majority of the home straight Simonstyle was unable to obtain a clear run. M Goring, rider of Secret Theatre ,which performed poorly stated that the mare had a tendency to hang out throughout the race and was a beaten horse when placed under pressure from the 1000 metres onwards. A subsequent veterinary examination of Secret Theatre revealed no abnormalities. Race 2 - Tooheys New Super Vobis 3YO Maiden Plate - 1200 metres On arrival at the barrier Hardware Lane was examined by the clubs veterinary surgeon who passed the gelding fit to run. Approaching the 800 metres Sugar Foot Stomp was inconvenienced by Zespri, which shifted out away from Hardware Lane. Rounding the home turn Sugar Foot Stomp was taken out off its course by Isanova which had a tendency to hang out. M Pumpa ,rider of Sugar Foot Stomp ,which performed below expectations stated that the gelding never appeared to be travelling well throughout the race and after being taken wide rounding the home turn ran on fairly in the straight. A subsequent veterinary examination of Sugar Foot Stomp revealed no abnormalities. Race 3 - Clyne Constructions Maiden Plate - 1000 metres Shortly after the start Fair Day was badly hampered and Bariddy and I Can See Daylight were hampered due to Irish Cent shifting in abruptly. W Hokai , rider of Fair Day, which performed below expectations stated that after being hampered shortly after the start his mount was reluctant to stretch out in the early and middle stages of the race. W Hokai added that once he balanced his mount in the home straight the mare ran on well. A subsequent veterinary examination of Fair Day revealed no abnormalities. Race 4 -Boronia Peak Villas Fillies & Mares Class 1 Handicap - 1200 metres Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Mr D Laws , trainer of Celestial Twig who stated that the mare was suffering from an elevated temperature, Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Celestial Twig at 11:35 am. Mr D Laws will submit a veterinary certificate in respect to that mare. When the gates opened Bread Maker stood flatfooted and lost considerable ground. Prior to correct weight being declared Miss K Helms, rider of Vain Peta, fifth place getter lodged an objection against Sagacious Mover having been declared the winner on the grounds of alleged interference near the 150 metres. M Goring, rider of Carissa Ann , third place getter requested to view the Stewards patrol video of the home straight with a view to lodging an objection. After viewing the video M Goring lodged an objection against Our Pebbles being declared second place getter on the grounds of alleged interference from the 200 metres to the winning post. After hearing the evidence from all of the parties concerned and after viewing all of the official videos the objection lodged by Miss Helms against the winner was dismissed by Stewards. The objection lodged by M Goring against the second place getter Our Pebbles was upheld by Stewards. The amended placings being Sagacious Mover 1st, Carissa Ann 2nd, Our Pebbles 3rd, Lesty Prayers 4th and Vain Peta 5th. Apprentice jockey Justin Potter, rider of Our Pebbles was found guilty of a charge of careless riding. The careless riding being that after passing the 200 metres he permitted his mount to shift in when not sufficiently clear of Sagacious Mover thereby taking that mare in onto Vain Peta which in turn was bumped in onto Carissa Ann resulting in Carissa Ann being badly hampered and becoming unbalanced, Vain Peta becoming very unbalanced and having to be checked, and Sagacious Mover being hampered. Justin Potter was suspended from riding in races for a period to commence midnight 16th August 2002 and to expire at midnight 3rd of September 2002. During the course of the inquiry evidence was taken from Miss M. Hodge, holder of a permit to train, South Australia who was in charge of Justin Potter at today's meeting. Race 5 - Clyne Constructions Warracknabeal Cup - 2000 metres This race was re-scheduled to start at 3.26 pm. Race 6 - Shannon Bros Class 2 Handicap - 2000 metres Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Mr S Harris, trainer of Pharo's Revenge who stated that the gelding was suffering from soreness in the near fore leg, Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Pharos Revenge at 11:35 am. Mr S Harris will submit a veterinary certificate in respect to that gelding. On jumping away Deal An Ace struck its off hind leg on the gate of the barrier stall. K Post, rider of Deal An Ace, which performed poorly, stated that his mount never travelled well throughout the race. A subsequent veterinary examination revealed that the gelding had sustained superficial wounds to its off hind leg and near fore leg. Race 7 - O'connor's Case IH Class 3 Handicap - 1200 metres Quivira was slow to begin. Near the 800 metres Ruskin had to be eased to avoid the heels of Mar De's Boy which shifted in. Over the concluding stages of the race Vettori Gold was unable to obtain a clear run. Race 8 - Warracknabeal Amcal Pharmacy Class 1 Handicap - 1600 metres Harbarty was slow to begin. Rounding the home turn Amia and Rockatan were held up. An inquiry into the manner in which D Yendall rider of Million Storms used his whip after passing the winning post was adjourned to a date to be fixed. SWAB SAMPLES: Race 1 - A routine swab sample was taken from race winner Bigity. Race 2 - A random swab sample was taken from fifth place getter Cinq Blanche. Race 4 - A random swab sample was taken from race winner Sagacious Mover. Race 5 - A routine swab sample was taken from race winner Sandbelt. Race 8 - A random swab sample was taken from race winner Harbarty. SUMMARY FINES & EXPLANATIONS: Race 3 - Mr D Dodson trainer of Surprise Symphony was fined
a sum of $30 for using the wrong colours on the mare. SEVERE REPRIMANDS & SUSPENSIONS: Race 4 - Justin Potter was suspended for careless riding. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
