QUEENSLAND RACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION

STEWARDS REPORT

BARCOO AMATEUR RACE CLUB

BLACKALL

SATURDAY 28th February 2026


WEATHER – Overcast
TRACK RATING – Dirt
RAIL – True

OFFICIALS

Chairman of Stewards – R Hanson.
Stewards – E Suli & H Gillett.


GENERAL

Stewards accepted the reasons tendered by Trainer R Williams in relation to the late rider declarations on both in his runners GIGI FILLE and SCARLET HAZE engaged in races 1 and 2.


Race 1: BARCOO BUTCHERY BM55 HANDICAP 1200 Metres

FLOSS'S ONE – When asked to comment on the performance, apprentice M Mankelow reported that FLOSS’S ONE was inclined to overrace in the early and middle stages of the event, which in her opinion was detrimental to the mare’s finishing chances, and as a result went to the line in a disappointing manner.

A TENT HUT – Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was declared a late scratching at 12:19pm on veterinarian advice after the examination revealed the gelding to have a near-foreleg tendon injury. Trainer R Zahl was advised that A TENT HUT would require a veterinary clearance prior to racing again.

BITTERSWEET PLUCK – Near the 1050m, had to momentarily steady to avoid the heels of SHEZ LETHAL (jockey A Bakos), which shifted inwards when not fully clear. Jockey Bakos was advised to exercise greater care to ensure she is clear of other runners when shifting ground. Raced wide throughout. Laid inwards when placed under pressure in the home straight.

FINAL MISSION – Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination which revealed a minor abrasion to its lip/mouth area and was cleared to start. Bumped at the start by SHEZ LETHAL which shifted outwards.

GIGI FILLE – Began awkwardly and as a result was slow to begin.

ALEACO – Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination which revealed a wound to its off-hind leg which may have been caused by a possible bone infection. Subsequently, ALEACO was declared a late scratching at 12:56pm on veterinary advice. Prior to the declaration of correct weight, stewards ordered that all bets placed on ALEACO be refunded, with the following deductions to apply:

6 cents on the dollar for the winner (LEGOLAS)
7 cents on the dollar for the place of the winner (LEGOLAS)
7 cents on the dollar for 2nd place (FINAL MISSION)
7 cents on the dollar for 3rd place (THE COAT HANGER)

Trainer B Bowen was advised that ALEACO would require a veterinary clearance, inclusive of x-ray results, prior to racing again.

SHEZ LETHAL – Began awkwardly and shifted outwards, bumping FINAL MISSION. Shifted inwards near the 1050m.

THE COAT HANGER – Raced wide throughout.


Race 2: SPINKS CONCRETE QTIS MAIDEN PLATE 2-Y-O & Up 1050 Metres

ANXO – Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was cleared to start. Slow to begin.

ON THE JOB (NZ) – Slow to begin.

BAILE BHOID – Began awkwardly and shortly after, commenced to buck for some distance, and took no further competitive part in the event. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which revealed no apparent abnormalities. Trainer H Forster was advised that BAILE BHOID would be required to trial prior to racing again.

LOADED WEAPON – Began awkwardly and bumped with SCARLET HAZE at the start. Raced keenly and wide in the early stages.

HASANA – Upon returning to scale, apprentice M Mankelow reported that HASANA was inclined to overrace in the early stages of the event, which in her opinion, proved detrimental to the mare’s overall chances.

JUST LIKE ROSIE – Raced wide throughout. Inclined to lay outwards when placed under pressure over the final stages.

PENSIERO – Jockey E Bell reported that as soon as the barrier gates opened at the start, PENSIERO stepped backwards and as a result was slow to begin. Laid inwards when placed under pressure over the concluding stages.

SCARLET HAZE – Began awkwardly and bumped with LOADED WEAPON at the start.


Race 3: PETER SHAW & CO. CLASS 3 PLATE 3-Y-O & Up 1050 Metres

HEAVENLY LEGEND – When asked for a comment on the performance, jockey R Faehr reported that he was not overly disappointed in the performance, adding that the gelding was having its first start after a spell and would derive benefit from the run.

RUSH HOUR – Raced wide throughout.

ARMSTRONG BAY – Began awkwardly and as a result was slow to begin.

HIT 'EM UP – Began awkwardly. Raced wide throughout.

FRIENDLY SIZZLE – Was declared a late scratching by the order of stewards at 2:14pm after FRIENDLY SIZZLE refused to load. Prior to the declaration of correct weight, stewards ordered that all bets placed on FRIENDLY SIZZLE be refunded, with the following deductions to apply:

16 cents on the dollar for the winner (RUSH HOUR)
14 cents on the dollar for the place of the winner (RUSH HOUR)
14 cents on the dollar for 2nd place (WINDORAH)
14 cents on the dollar for 3rd place (SALT LAKE BETTY)

Trainer A Webb was advised that FRIENDLY SIZZLE would be required to trial prior to racing again.

SALT LAKE BETTY – Laid inwards when placed under pressure in the home straight.

TAHKIAN BUBBLES – Slow to begin.

INQUISITIVE LEGEND – Raced wide in the early stages. Inclined to lay inwards when placed under pressure in the home straight.

LADY DUTTON – Underwent a pre-race veterinarian examination after making contact with the mounting yard fence prior to entering the course proper and was cleared to start. Raced wide throughout.


Race 4: HALLAM PLUMBING 0 - 50 HANDICAP 1050 Metres

FREDDIE EDDIE – Slow into stride. Raced wide in the middle stages. When asked to comment on the performance, apprentice A Meissner reported that FREDDIE EDDIE was inclined to lay inwards throughout the event, which resulted in her having difficulty in being able to fully test her mount out.

FRENCH EMPIRE – Bumped by YES LARRY on jumping. Upon returning to scale, apprentice V Soulsby reported that FRENCH EMPIRE failed to travel at any stage during the event.

YES LARRY – Shifted inwards at the start, bumping FRENCH EMPIRE before shortly afterwards being bumped by CHIEF MONDO, which shifted inwards.

CHIEF MONDO – Began awkwardly and shortly after the start, shifted inwards and bumped YES LARRY. Laid inwards when placed under pressure in the home straight.

BLOOMIN' GOLD – Apprentice M Mankelow reported that BLOOMIN’ GOLD was inclined to lay inwards throughout the event and proved difficult to ride out fully. Laid inwards when placed under pressure in the home straight.

SEMPER INVICTUS – Slow into stride. Raced wide throughout.

INTOXICATION – Inclined to lay inwards when placed under pressure passing the 150m.

VALIANT JOAN – Raced wide throughout. Laid inwards when placed under pressure in the home straight.

DREYFUS – Jockey T Banks reported that at the 150m he had dropped his near-side rein, which placed him in some difficulty being able to fully test his mount out over the concluding stages.


Race 5: JEEP JOHNSTONE MEMORIAL OPEN PLATE 1050 Metres

HAN DYNASTY – Began awkwardly and as a result was very slow to begin. Raced wide throughout.

IT'SOURTIME – Began awkwardly and as a result was very slow to begin. Raced wide throughout.

WITHOUT SHAME – Raced keenly in the early and middle stages. Laid inwards when placed under pressure in the home straight.

PARUES – Began awkwardly. Inclined to hang inwards in the early stages.


STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY


Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses

Horses swabbed pre-race
HEAVENLY LEGEND & SEMPER INVICTUS

Horses swabbed post-race
All winners

Warnings/bars
Race 1: A TENT HUT – Near-foreleg tendon injury – Veterinary clearance required
Race 1: ALEACO – Off-hindleg injury – Veterinary clearance required, inclusive of x-ray results
Race 2: BAILE BHOID – Bucked – Required to trial
Race 3: FRIENDLY SIZZLE – Refused to load – Required to trial


Summary of rider changes/Late notifications

Race 1: GIGI FILLE – Apprentice Gabrielle Semmens
Race 2: SCARLET HAZE – Apprentice Gabrielle Semmens


Late scratchings

Race 1: A TENT HUT – Late scratching @ 12:19pm on veterinary advice
Race 1: ALEACO – Late scratching @ 12:56pm on veterinary advice
Race 3: FRIENDLY SIZZLE – Late scratching @ 2:14pm by order of stewards


The matters contained within this Stewards report may be subject to external review. The Racing Appeals Panel manages external reviews and the Racing Appeals Panel publishes its decisions on its website.

This report and the Stewards Comments for this meeting may be amended at any time, at the sole discretion of the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) Stewards as races are reviewed.



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