Hamilton (Vic)
- Monday, 26 August 2002 00:00
Weather: FINE
Rail: TRUE
Riding Changes:
| Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced by | Reason |
| 3 | SKALAAD | R. Aitken | C. Robertson | Indisposed |
| 5 | PETE'S HERO | Michelle Hagley* | H. McKechnie | Dual engagement |
| 8 | FAVOURITE SYMPHANY | P. Saunders | J. Haitana | Indisposed |
| 9 | TENTERFIELD OCHA | R. Aitken | G. Murphy | Indisposed |
* Michelle Hagley was reprimanded for accepting two rides.
Race 1 -ELDERS VP OPEN HURDLE - 3100 METRES.
The start of the race was delayed due to one of the ambulance vehicles having to leave the course.
Prior to correct weight being declared W. Williams rider of BE MY PATRIARCH, second place getter, viewed the Stewards' patrol film of the home straight before deciding not to lodge an objection.
Over the concluding stages of the race BUBBLE GUM shifted in under pressure.
When asked if he could offer any explanation for the poor performance of SUPER COBRA (NZ) B. Scott, the rider of the gelding, explained that SUPER COBRA (NZ) travelled well in the early stages of the race but, when placed under pressure near the 1400 metres, failed to respond to his riding from that point onwards. A subsequent Veterinary examination of SUPER COBRA (NZ) failed to reveal any abnormality.
Race 2 - M.C. KERR & CO. 3YO MAIDEN PLATE - 1100 METRES.
On jumping away EXOTIC BAY shifted in away from DEAN'S WISH after that filly shifted in.
Near the 800 metres KENTUCKY GIFT had to be eased to avoid the heels of QUEEN OF THE TOWN which shifted in slightly.
Throughout the race BUBBLE UP hung out and proved difficult to ride. Subsequently Mr. P. Ryan Trainer of BUBBLE UP was notified that an official warning would be placed against the filly for her behaviour today and that should BUBBLE UP perform in a similar manner further action may be taken.
After passing the 200 metres FANCY A FLUTTER shifted out under pressure and in doing so inconvenienced CENTIMETRE PERFECT.
Race 3 - MONDE BLEU @ BULLAROOK PARK STUD MAIDEN PLATE (1) - 1400 METRES.
Approaching the 1200 metres COMEDIE FRANCAISE (NZ) had to be eased off the heels of SKALAAD which shifted in.
Near the 1000 metres DAPPER DAZZLER had to be eased to avoid the heels of BROOKLYN ROADS which shifted in.
Race 4 - J.M. ELLIS & CO. OPEN STEEPLECHASE - 3800 METRES.
Prior to the race Stewards questioned Mr. D. Halliday Trainer of RAQUETS (NZ) as to the reason for him having in his possession on the race course a drenching gun and a bottle of clear coloured liquid. Mr. Halliday gave Stewards an assurance that RAQUETS (NZ) had not been treated with any prohibited substances. Acting on this assurance Stewards permitted RAQUETS (NZ) to take its place in the field. Subsequent to the event a urine swab sample was taken from RAQUETS (NZ). Stewards confiscated the drenching gun and clear liquid for post-race analysis and Mr. Halliday was informed that an inquiry into the matter was adjourned to a date to be fixed. Evidence was also taken from Racecourse Detective Mr. Peter McMillan in relation to this matter.
Entering the course proper from the steeplechase track near the 200 metres MAGIC LIRA had to be checked when tightened for room between SIR COOL (NZ) and JUMBO due to both horses shifting ground slightly. As a result of this incident W. Williams rider of MAGIC LIRA lost the use of his off side iron for a short distance. On return to scale MAGIC LIRA, which had been eased down by its rider was found to be lame in the near fore leg. Mr. N. Graesser Trainer of MAGIC LIRA was notified that a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness must be produced prior to the gelding racing again.
Race 5 - MONDE BLEU @ BULLAROOK PARK STUD MAIDEN PLATE (2) - 1400 METRES.
Approaching the 200 metres PETE'S HERO shifted in abruptly when hanging and hampered LOOK IN THE SUN. PETE'S HERO continued to hang in and proved difficult to ride.
Race 6 - SOUTHERN GRAMPIANS LIVESTOCK & REAL ESTATE PTY.LTD. CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1400 METRES.
On arrival at the barrier AARBERG was examined by the Club's Veterinary Surgeon who reported that the gelding was lame in the off fore leg. Acting on this advice Stewards ordered the withdrawal of AARBERG at 3 p.m. Subsequent to the race Stewards ordered the following in relation to betting - All monies bet for a win and/or place and concession betting on AARBERG to be refunded. All successful bets on horses prior to time of withdrawal of AARBERG are subject to the following deductions in the dollar from the face value of the ticket: WIN BETS; 9 cents. PLACE BETS; 10 cents. WINNING CONCESSION BETS; 9 cents. DOUBLES BETS; 9 cents. All monies bet after the Stewards declaration of withdrawal to be paid at face value of ticket.
When the gates opened GOLDEN ARCHES stood flat footed and lost ground.
Approaching the 1200 metres GRENOUILLE, which was over-racing was bumped by SPEED MERCHANT which shifted in when being eased off the heels of VENETIAN HABIT. Shortly after this incident GRENOUILLE, which continued to over-race shifted out and in doing so accidentally clipped the heels of ALBERTA ROSE.
Rounding the home turn SPEED MERCHANT ,which was weakening became unbalanced after being bumped by GRENOUILLE which shifted out slightly. Shortly after this SPEED MERCHANT had to be eased when tightened for room between GRENOUILLE and GEORGIO both of which shifted ground.
Race 7 - WESFARMERS LANDMARK CLASS 4 HANDICAP - 1100 METRES.
No report.
Race 8 - L.M.B. LINKE CLASS 1 HANDICAP - 1200 METRES.
No report.
Race 9 - KEITH P. LANYON MAIDEN PLATE - 1100 METRES.
Acting on a confirmed telephone call from Mrs K. Julius Trainer of COUNT ALL who explained that the gelding was lame in the near fore leg and unfit to run Stewards ordered the withdrawal of COUNT ALL at 1.30 p.m. Mrs K. Julius will submit a Certificate in respect of COUNT ALL.
TENTERFIELD OCHA was slow to begin.
On return to scale TRIBESON, which performed poorly was found to be lame in the off fore leg. Mr. M. Carson Trainer of TRIBESON will be notified that he must produce a Veterinary Certificate of Fitness prior to the gelding racing again.
Near the 700 metres EL WAN was tightened for room between MR. MOSS and REDSKIN due to both horses shifting ground.
Approaching the winning post FANTASTICO was unable to obtain a clear run.
SWAB SAMPLES:
Race 1- SUPER COBRA (NZ) - fourth
place getter
Race 4- RAQUETS (NZ) - fourth place getter
Race 5- ENGLISH WAITER - winner
Race 6- GITALON - winner
Race 8- HEART RENDING - winner
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| HORSE ACTIONS: | Race 2- Bubble Up warned for hanging . |
Cross-Country jockey Paul Daniels was drug tested.
Jockey Lisa Irwin was today requested to provide a urine sample .As the Stewards's had concerns with the urine sample provided by Lisa Irwin , and ,after taking evidence from Lisa Irwin, Racecourse Detective, Mr. Peter McMillan and The Club Sauna Supervisor, Ms. K. Fowler, they directed her to provide a further urine sample today.
Miss Irwin was advised that the urine sample provided would be delivered to Racing Analytical Services Laboratory for analysis.
An inquiry into this matter was adjourned to a date to be fixed.
An inquiry was also adjourned to a date to be fixed into the reason that Lisa Irwin failed to produce a urine sample subsequent to the Steward's directing her to do so.