QUEENSLANDRACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION
 
STEWARDS REPORT
 
CHINCHILLA RACE CLUB
 
Monday 20th May 2024
 
WEATHER – Fine             TRACK RATING –  Races 1-3 Good; Races 4-7 Firm 2   RAIL – True
 
OFFICIALS
 
Chairman of Stewards – C Warren
Stewards – T Preston & F Hartford
 
GENERAL
 
 
Race 1:THANK YOU CHINCHILLA RACE CLUB VOLUNTEERS MAIDEN PLATE   1200m
 
Declaration of correct weight was delayed to allow connections of SHINTARO LASS to view footage of the home straight to determine whether ground for any objection were present. After viewing the footage neither Trainer S Kirkwood of Jockey M Savva elected to proceed with any objection and correct weight was subsequently declared on the Judges numbers.
 
 
AMBITIOUS FELLA- Began awkwardly and lost ground. Raced keenly near the 900m.
 
CASINO CAT- Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
HELL APPROACHING- Began awkwardly and lost ground.
 
SENSE OF HUMOUR- Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
SALACIA- Raced wide for the majority. Laid in under pressure down the running, momentarily hampering SHINTARO LASS passing the winning post. App D Bennett was advised to exercise greater care and greater effort in preventing his mounts from shifting in similar circumstances.
 
SHINTARO LASS- Raced wide for the majority. Shifted in and away from another runner over the final 100m, momentarily hampered passing the winning post and was unable to be fully tested over the final stages.
 
ZIMBARA (NZ)- Shifted in passing the 1000m when not fully clear of ELECTRIC HASHMAL. Jockey L Tilley was advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances. In considering the matter Stewards noted ELECTRIC HASHMAL commenced to over-race when steadied by its rider when being crossed by ZIMBARA and subsequently exacerbated the interference somewhat.
 
ELECTRIC HASHMAL- Obliged to steady from heels near the 1000m and commenced to over-race for a short distance thereafter.
 
GAELIC THUNDER- Slow into stride.
 
PLAYED AN ACE- Became fractious in the mounting yard, dislodging App A Graham, rearing over and making heavy contact with the perimeter fence. The mare was subsequently declared a late scratching on veterinary advice at 12:55pm. Prior to the declaration of correct weight all monies invested on the mare were ordered to be refunded with the following deductions applicable to all successful wagers placed prior to 12:55pm:
 
1cent in the dollar for the win
2cents in the dollar for the place on the winner
2cents in the dollar for 2nd place
2cents in the dollar for 3rd place
 
Trainer T Churchill was advised that the mare would be required to barrier trial under race-day conditions and to provide a veterinary clearance prior to again being permitted to start in a race.
 
App A Graham was examined by QAS officers, with consideration to the QRIC concussion protocol, and deemed fit to fulfil her remaining engagements.
 
 
Race 2: SWITCH'D ELECTRICAL QTIS MAIDEN PLATE  1400m
 
MERLOMANN- Raced wide rounding the home turn.
 
MORE THAN XTRA- Bumped on jumping. Tired from the 400m. App Z Sprie advised that, in his opinion, after travelling well throughout when asked for an effort his mount was reluctant to let down and may have resented the firmer track conditions. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.
 
NYTHE- Bumped on jumping.
 
BORN FEARLESS- Bumped on jumping and again soon after. Shifted out marginally and bumped passing the 1300m. Raced keenly in the middle stages when being restrained in an effort to obtain cover.
 
QUARTER RED- Bumped on jumping. Bumped passing the 1300m.
 
SHEZABLAST- Raced wide rounding the home turn.
 
TESTA VALOUR- Bumped soon after the start.
 
NEO RAIDER- Began awkwardly. Raced keenly near the 1000m when being restrained in an effort to obtain cover.
 
 
Race 3: WESTERN DOWNS CIVIL CHINCHILLA OPEN HANDICAP          1400m
 
MILL ROSSA- Taken wider rounding the home turn. Laid in under pressure down the running. When queried regarding the performance App J McMurray advised that, in his opinion, the gelding may not have see out a strong 1400m. Trainer M Currie stated that the gelding may not have appreciated the firmer going and would now likely be sent for a short freshen up. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no significant abnormalities.
 
CENTAUR- Raced keenly in the middle stages when being restrained in an effort to obtain cover, was unable to do so and raced in a wide midfield position throughout. Taken wider rounding the home turn.
 
GENTLE PRINCE- Laid out rounding the home turn.
 
CHARGED- Raced keenly leaving the 1000m.
 
 
Following the running of this event the racing surface was upgraded to a Firm 2.
 
 
Race 4:BMO ACCOUNTING DALBY RATINGS BAND 0-50 HANDICAP  1070m
 
ASHIKO BAY- Began awkwardly.
 
MR EVANS- Began awkwardly and bumped. Under pressure from the 500m. Performed disappointingly. Trainer K Sims advised the stable were disappointed with the performance having supported the gelding modestly and had expected a strong showing leading into the event. Jockey N Tomizawa advised that, in his opinion, the gelding may not have handled the firmer going but was none the less disappointing. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.
 
ALBION SQUARE (GB)- Began awkwardly, shifted in and bumped. Laid in under pressure down the running. Raced wide for the majority.
 
ZEELUCK- Raced in restricted room for some distance near the 200m.
 
MY ONE- Bumped on jumping. Laid out rounding the home turn.
 
SEQUACIOUS- As App S Zoljan was unable to claim her full allowance Stewards permitted App J McMurray to be substituted as rider of the mare. App Zoljan was severely reprimanded under the provisions of AR143(14)(a). In considering the matter Stewards noted App Zoljans unblemished record and relative inexperience in the industry.
 
CRAIGLEA LAKI- Raced wide for the majority.
 
EASY COME- Began awkwardly and bumped. Laid in throughout the event. Raced wide for the majority.
 
CONFIRM NOR DENY- Laid in under pressure down the running, shifted in marginally approaching the 200m placing ZEELUCK in restricted room for some distance. Jockey M Wishart was advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances.
 
FORT MYER- Buffeted on jumping and lost ground, becoming momentarily awkwardly placed on heels soon after.
 
 
Race 5:LOTUS FORTUNE CLEANING CRYSTAL TURNER BENCHMARK 65 HANDICAP 1070m
 
HIDDEN EYES- Began awkwardly, shifted out and bumped. Performed disappointingly. App T Orr advised that, in his opinion, the heavy weight impost was a telling factor when over the final stages. Trainer L Baker stated that the stable were disappointed with the performance having supported the gelding modestly, adding that the gelding may not have been suited by the firmer track conditions. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.
 
MAMARAGAN- Bumped on jumping before being crowded soon after and losing ground. Raced wide for the majority. Laid in under pressure down the running. App S Zoljan was reprimanded under the provisions of AR131(b) for failing to ride her mount out to the finish of the race. In considering the matter Stewards noted the racing manners of the gelding along with App Zoljans inexperience in terms of race riding as well as determining App Zoljans lack of vigour over the concluding stages had not had a tangible effect on the geldings finishing position.
 
SENSATIONAL REWARD- When queried regarding the performance App D Bennett advised that, in his opinion, the heavy weight impost being first up from a spell was a telling factor. Stable foreman K Zahmel concurred adding that, advised that, in his opinion, the gelding may not have been suited by the firmer track conditions.
 
SON OF SAMPSON- Laid in under pressure down the running. Proved reluctant to improve into a marginal run between horses from the 200m-50m.
 
CABRINELLA- Began awkwardly, shifted out and bumped. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
COTTON CAPER- Began awkwardly and bumped before shifting out and bumping again.
 
PACK OF WOLVES- After being slow into stride, became awkwardly placed on heels and lost ground. After exhibiting signs of distress in the race-day tie-ups following the event, underwent a veterinary examination and was found to have a cardiac arrhythmia. As this was the first such occurrence Trainer S McEwan was advised te gelding would require a veterinary certificate of fitness inclusive of an ECG prior to performing a 1000m followed by a further immediate veterinary examination.
 
 
Race 6:TOM MORRISON TAPT PLUMBING CLASS 3 PLATE  1200m
 
WHERE'S TEKAY NOW- Began awkwardly and shifted out. Taken wider rounding the home turn and finished tailed off.
 
ROCONONO- Bumped on jumping. After beginning well from the wide barrier, consequently settled further forward than may have been expected.  
 
SNEAKY SHARK- Connections advised that if the gelding was able to begin well, would be ridden positively in an effort to obtain a forward position. Began only fairly, however when unable to obtain a position nearer the inside running rail in the early stages was ridden positively from the wide barrier and settled in a forward position.
 
GALEKA- Began awkwardly and shifted out.
 
MISTER SELFIE- Hung out rounding the home turn taking other runners wider on the track. Hung out for the duration of the home straight and was unable to be ridden out. Trainer P Minter was advised the gelding would be required to trial prior to again being permitted to start in a race.
 
MYGIRLGLADYS- Was declared a late scratching at 3:28pm on veterinary advice after becoming fractious in the horse transport vehicle and sustaining several lacerations and an injury to the near-hind leg. Trainer I Turner was advised the mare would require a veterinary certificate of fitness prior to again being permitted to start in a race.
 
RAVERA (NZ)- Slow to begin and jumped away awkwardly. Taken wider rounding the home turn and finished tailed off.
 
CRAIGLEA ETNA- Began awkwardly before being slow into stride and being crowded. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
 
Race 7:CHINCHILLA RSL BENCHMARK 50 HANDICAP   1400m
 
BARCLAY'S BANK- Began awkwardly. Laid out under pressure down the running. App J Metcalfe advised it had not been her intention to lead, however when efforts were made to restrain her mount near the 1000m in an effort to obtain cover he saddle slipped forward and rather than risk her saddle slipping further she elected to permit her mount to stride forward at its own pace. Consequently the gelding settled further forward than may have been expected.
 
CHEVY NOVA- Began very awkwardly and lost ground before being slow into stride. Raced wide for the majority.
 
LITTLE SHOW- Buffeted on jumping. Momentarily held up for clear running near the 400m. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
AZOUSTIC- Began awkwardly. Tired from the 400m. Raced wide for the majority.
 
LASCO- Began awkwardly and bumped. Raced wide for the majority.
 
MIDNIGHT BOOM- Bumped on jumping.
 
BANKROLL BABE- Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
THE STONE MASON- Raced wide for the majority.
 
MY GIRL SKY- Began awkwardly. Raced wide for the majority.
 
 
 
STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY
 
Summary of action concerning licensees
 
Reprimands
Race 4- App S Zoljan- Failed to claim full allowance- AR143(14)(a)
Race 5- App S Zoljan- Failed to ride mount out- AR131(b)
 
 
Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses
 
Horses swabbed pre-race
ELECTRIC HASHMAL, SHEZABLAST, MR EVANS
 
Horses swabbed post-race
All winners
 
Warnings/bars
Race 1- PLAYED AN ACE- Barrier trial (race-day conditions) & Veterinary clearance
Race 5- PACK OF WOLVES- Cardiac Arrythmia- Veterinary clearance (ECG) & 1000m gallop
Race 6- MISTER SELFIE- Hung out- Barrier trial
MYGIRLGLADYS- Near-hind injury- Veterinary clearance
 
 
Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 4- SEQUACIOUS was ridden by App J McMurray
Race 6- MYGIRLGLADYS was to be ridden by N Tomizawa
 
 
Late scratchings
Race 1- PLAYED AN ACE- 12:55pm
Race 6- MYGIRLGLADYS- 3:28pm
 
 
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.