STEWARDS REPORT

GOLD COAST TURF CLUB – 13 DECEMBER 2014

WEATHER – OVERCAST TRACK RATING – HEAVY 8: DOWNGRADED TO HEAVY 9 AFTER R1
RAIL - +8M 1400-W/POST; +5M REMAINDER
PENETROMETER – 5.77


OFFICIALS
Chairman of Stewards – I Brown
Stewards – G Palmer, G Lane, E Barron
Clerk of Scales – J Robinson
Judge – S McMahon
Veterinarian – L Kelly
Swab attendants – H Schodel, V Burgess
Bookmaker Supervisor – D Lonergan
Starter – S Andrews
Jockeys Advocate – G Stockdale
Secretary – L Stokes



Race 1: Optima Wealth Solutions 2yo Maiden Plate – 900m
1st – Line Breaker 2nd – Infinite Lee 3rd – Real Naughty 4th – Wicked Snippets

The start was delayed when Jockey A Best was kicked by WICKED SNIPPETS in the enclosure. As a consequence Jockey Best was replaced by Jockey J Morris.

The announcement of correct weight was delayed whilst Jockey A Hearn (REAL NAUGHTY) the 3rd placegetter, viewed the patrol footage to ascertain whether he had grounds to lodge an objection against INFINITE LEE the 2nd placegetter, on the grounds of interference near the 300m. After viewing the patrol footage Jockey Hearn elected not to proceed with an objection. Stewards also gave consideration to lodging an objection on behalf of the connections of REAL NAUGHTY. However, given the official margin of 1 length between INFINITE LEE and REAL NAUGHTY they could not be comfortably satisfied that the interference had a material effect on the placings and subsequently declared correct weight.

GOLD CLAIM: Began awkwardly.

VIDA PLAYA: Inconvenienced on jumping away. Bumped by REAL NAUGHTY near the 300m. Jockey Cooksley reported that the filly failed to handle the prevailing track conditions.

GRAND DAZZLER: Steadied from the heels of TRE BROWN upon straightening.

HAMUNAPTRA: Upon straightening steadied from the heels of EXTREME STYLE. Then inclined to lay in in the home straight.

TRE BROWN: Raced greenly throughout and shifted in abruptly near the 300m.

INFINITE LEE: Hung in during the early stages of the home straight and near the 300m made heavy contact with REAL NAUGHTY. Shifted out under pressure over the concluding stages.

REAL NAUGHTY: Bumped heavily near the 300m.


Race 2: Optima Homes F & M Maiden Plate – 1300m
1st – Perfusion 2nd – Red Shawl 3rd – Watastory 4th – Cap Rocca

ONE MORE TWO MORE: On jumping away bumped by RED SHAWL. Steadied from the heels of CAP ROCCA upon straightening.

RED SHAWL: On jumping away bumped by ONE MORE TWO MORE.

WATASTORY: Placed in restricted room near the 1000m and steadied.

CAP ROCCA: Shifted out abruptly upon straightening.

Jockey B El-Issa (WATASTORY) was fined the sum of $500 for using his whip in a forehand manner both in consecutive strides and on more than 5 occasions prior to the 100m.


Race 3: Optima Finance Solutions C,G&E Maiden Plate – 1300m
1st – Trophies 2nd – Elmotino 3rd – Suncansing 4th – Beau D’Argent

ELMOTINO: Began awkwardly.

BEAU D’ARGENT: Began awkwardly.

DUNSINANE: Made contact with the off-side gate on jumping away. Jockey B El-Issa reported that the gelding got its tongue over the bit. As such he had advised connections to add a tongue control bit at its next start.




Race 4: Variety Children’s Charity BenchMark 85 H’cap – 1800m
1st – Avalanches 2nd – Casarati 3rd – Hush Power 4th – Mr Scary

HOW FAIRDINKUM: Slow to begin.


Race 5: Optima Land Development Ratings Band 0-26 H’cap – 1800m
1st – Popstar Pete 2nd – Cheeky Devil 3rd – King Willem 4th – Saveeda

The start was delayed to hold for an interstate event.

CHEEKY DEVIL: Slow to begin.

POPSTAR PETE: Began awkwardly and lost ground.

MAJESTIC SOUND: Jockey Morris reported that he was specifically instructed to position the gelding without cover particularly if the tempo was slow as it had shown a tendency to over-race in previous races. Jockey Morris added that for this reason he elected to shift 3 wide passing the 1200m and then continued to race wide for the remainder of the race. His explanation was noted.

PATENT PENDING: Jockey M Hellyer reported that the gelding, which tailed off, failed to travel comfortably in the prevailing track conditions. However he was also of the view that something was amiss with the gelding so elected to ease it down over the final 400m. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any apparent abnormalities at the time of examination.

GO AS YOU PLEASE: When questioned as to the tactics adopted, Jockey B El-Issa stated that the trainer had advised him pre-race that the gelding had performed well in the past when leading or ridden towards the rear of the field. Jockey El-Issa added that as there were no specific instructions he elected to push forward from the wide barrier in the early stages due to the slow tempo and was able to cross to the lead with relative ease. Stewards noted his explanation.

App. A Hearn (POPSTAR PETE) was reprimanded for using his whip in a forehand manner on more than 5 occasions prior to the 100m.

Race 6: Hupfeld Classic Class 3 H’cap – 1200m
1st – Belegic 2nd – Marscay Force 3rd – Brigadoon Legend 4th –Heartbreak Harry

TURIFF: Slow to begin. Near 800m steadied when tightened for room between BELEGIC and MARSCAY FORCE.

HEARTBREAK HARRY: Bumped EPIC CHOICE on jumping away.

EPIC CHOICE: Bumped HEARTBREAK HARRY on jumping away.

ELLA MAGIC: Steadied from the heels of HEARTBREAK HARRY shortly after the start.

BELEGIC: Near the 800m became unbalanced and made heavy contact with the running rail when bumped by TURIFF which was taken in by MARSCAY FORCE which in turn was initially taken inwards by HEARTBREAK HARRY. App. C Schmidt (MARSCAY FORCE) and Jockey M Hellyer (HEARTBREAK HARRY) were both reprimanded for allowing their respective mounts to shift at that point.

Race 7: Optima Corporation Class 1 H’cap – 1200m
1st – Regal Trader 2nd – Red Bowers 3rd – Vida Blue 4th – Varakel

FUN: Began awkwardly.

QUE CEE: While weakening, steadied when placed in restricted room leaving the 400m. When questioned as to the performance, App. J Johnson expressed her disappointment in the mare’s performance and indicated that it would now be sent for a spell. A post-race veterinary examination revealed the mare to be suffering from cardiac arrhythmia. Trainer B Guy will be advised that the results of an ECG along with an official trial will be required before its next race start.

SPEED TO BERN: Presented to race in race plates and not the advertised hoof pads and subsequently raced in race plates. Public announcements were made to this effect. Trainer T Bailey was fined the sum of $100. Jockey A Spinks reported that the mare slipped on jumping away and failed to muster speed in the early stages despite his efforts. He added that the mare then raced ungenerously for some distance passing the 800m and in his opinion did not handle the prevailing track conditions.

REGAL TRADER: When questioned as to the improved performance trainer M Wilson stated that he had not been disappointed in the gelding’s second up performance two starts ago where it weakened over the concluding stages after leading throughout. Mr Wilson added that at its last start the gelding had been caught wide early and was restrained to obtain cover at the rear of the field and then failed to run on. Mr Wilson also stated that blood tests taken after its last start indicated that the gelding may have been suffering from a low grade virus. Whilst noting the explanation Stewards reminded Mr Wilson of his obligation to report any matter which may have had an effect on the horse’s performance.

Race 8: Wilpak Wholesale Meats Class 2 H’cap – 1400m
1st – Neomagic 2nd – Just Atina 3rd – Dousaichi 4th – Ollie Runs Riot

The start was delayed when BORIS BADENOV reared and became cast. Acting on veterinary advice the gelding was declared a late scratching by order of stewards at 5.12pm. All monies invested on BORIS BADENOV were ordered to be refunded. Deductions applicable to bets placed on the winner and place-getters prior to 5.12pm:

24 cents in the dollar for the Win #12 (NEOMAGIC)
23 cents in the dollar for place of winner #12 (NEOMAGIC)
23 cents in the dollar for 2nd place #13 (JUST ATINA)
18 cents in the dollar for 3rd place #1 (DOUSAICHI)

Stable representative S Jones was advised that BORIS BADENOV must obtain a further barrier certificate prior to its next race start.

TIANA: Began awkwardly and lost ground. Difficulty obtaining clear running between the 200m and 100m.

VODNIK: Slow to begin.

IRISH TOFFEE: Raced ungenerously for a considerable distance passing the 1200m when being restrained to obtain a position with cover.

GOODBYE KEVIN: A post-race veterinary examination revealed the gelding to be suffering from cardiac arrhythmia. Trainer A Honess was advised that the results of an ECG along with an official trial will be required before the gelding’s next race start.











STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY
GOLD COAST TURF CLUB – 13 DECEMBER 2014

Summary of action concerning licensees

Reprimands
Race 5 – App. A Hearn, whip use, 7 strikes [AR137A(5)(a)(ii)]
Race 6 – App. C Schmidt, careless riding [AR137(a)]
Race 6 – Jockey M Hellyer, careless riding [AR137(a)]

Fines
Race 2 – Jockey B El-Issa, excessive whip use, 14 strikes/consecutive - $500 [AR137A(5)]
Race 7 – Trainer T Bailey, present horse to race with incorrect gear - $100 [AR140A]

Injured rider
Race 1 – Jockey A Best – injury – Medical Certificate.


Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses

Pre-Race Horses swabbed
Trophies, Dunsinane, Belegic, Ella Magic, Sweets, Speed to Bern

Post-Race Horses swabbed
All winners + Dunsinane, Casarati

Bars/Warnings
Race 7 – Que Cee, cardiac arrhythmia, ECG and official Trial [AR8(t)]
Race 8 – Boris Badenov, barrier manners, barrier certificate [AR8(t)]
Race 8 – Goodbye Kevin, cardiac arrhythmia, ECG and official Trial [AR8(t)]

Rider Replacements/Changes
Race 1 – Wicked Snippets – J Morris
Race 7 – Miss Remy – M McGillivray
Race 7 – Marlee’s Luck – C Schmidt
Race 7 – Vida Blue – B Wallace
Race 8 – Shadow Image – C Schmidt
Race 8 – Just Atina – A Spinks
Race 8 – Irish Toffee – J Johnson

Late Scratchings
Race 1 – Ralph the Dragon @ 11.51 am
Race 8 – Boris Badenov @ 5.12 pm