QUEENSLANDRACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION
 
STEWARDS REPORT
 
BRISBANE RACING CLUB
 
DOOMBEN – SATURDAY 20 JANUARY 2018
 
WEATHER – FINE                          
RAIL – OUT 4.5M ENTIRE COURSE
TRACK RATING – GOOD 4
PENETROMETER – 5.67
 
OFFICIALS
 
Chairman of Stewards – A Reardon
Stewards – D Aurisch, M Knibbs, R Hitchener, R Hanson
Clerk of Scales – L Hicks
Judge – M Mawhinney, J Coleman, A Redding
Veterinarian – Dr M Lenz
Swab Attendants – R Gonchee, M Nixon, L Chaplin
Starter – R Smith, P Cousins
Stewards Secretary – S Rolls
 
 
SUPPLEMENTARY
 
From Doomben Meeting 20/12/2017
 
Jockey B. Pengelly was spoken to regarding his use of the whip prior to entering the starting stalls on CRUZE.
 
From Gold Coast Meeting 13/1/2018 – Race 5
 
Trainer S. Odea reported that CANDIKA had sustained a fractured carpal bone and has been retired.
 
GENERAL
 
Following the running of Race 6 jockey L. Tarrant lodged a complaint with stewards against trainer T. Gollan relating to alleged comments made by Mr Gollan in the members area towards jockey Tarrants manager Ms M. Adams-Smith. Following an apology tendered by Mr Gollan to both jockey Tarrant and Ms Adams-Smith their complaint was formerly withdrawn on record. Nonethless Mr Gollan was advised that as this was not the first time his conduct had come under notice or been reported to stewards and he was reminded of his obligations as a licensed person to conduct himself at all times in a professional manner.
 
 
Race 1: WWW.BRC.COM.AU QTIS 2YO Handicap – 1110m
 
As B. Stewart was overweight stewards permitted R. Stewart to be substituted as the rider of SNICKI MINAJ. Jockey Stewart was fined $200.
 
CLOCKWISE – Began awkwardly.
 
MAN OF ENVY – Bumped on jumping away and became unbalanced.
 
FOR THE RECORDS – Dipped shortly after the start then shifted in abruptly and as a result lost ground.
 
ACCEPTITA – Raced in restricted room for a short distance near the 1000m and was steadied from heels approaching the 900m.
 
CAMBOOMYA – Hung in during the early stages. Laid in under pressure in the straight.
 
 
Race 2: Girls Day Out Raceday Benchmark 90 Handicap – 1630m
 
BENFICA PRINCESS – Slow to begin.
 
COLOUR CHARGE – After being caught wide in the early stages was allowed to stride forward by its rider and obtain a position outside the leader near the 1000m. Bumped on the hind quarters and became unbalanced near the 1400m. App T. Brooker reported at scale that her mount was inclined to lay in under pressure in the straight.
 
SOCIAL VAMPIRE – Near the 1400m shifted out and made contact with another runner.
 
ZAHSPEED – Trainer R. Heathcote advised that following todays event he will have the gelding scoped after its disappointing effort in not finishing the race off.
 
FIRST CRUSH – Trainer C. Munce was questioned regarding the improved performance of the gelding. Mr Munce stated at its first 2 runs this preparation it had pleased the stable however, he could not offer any excuses for the gelding at its previous start at the Gold Coast. Mr Munce added he elected to freshen up FIRST CRUSH and drop it back in distance from 1800m to 1600m and possibly the give in the track today may have contributed to the performance.
 
 
Race 3: Gallopers Sports Club Ratings Band 0-70 Handicap – 1630m
 
SYAMANTAKA MANI – Began awkwardly.
 
IOWA – Approaching the 1500m raced in restricted room and made contact with DRIVING WHEELS. When asked to comment on the performance jockey M. Cahill stated that he had anticipated settling in a handy position with cover however, when he began only moderately he settled towards the rear of the field. Jockey Cahill added he was forced wider on the home turn and in his view the filly finished the race off moderately. A post race veterinary examination revealed no significant findings.
 
DRIVING WHEELS – Approaching the 1500m raced in restricted room and made contact with IOWA. Near the 1000m resented being restrained, threw its head in the air and raced sungenerously for a short distance.
 
DOWNLOADING – After being caught wide in the early stages was allowed to stride forward by its rider and obtain a position outside the leader approaching the 1000m.
 
SMOOTH CONSUL – Approaching the 1200m had to steady off heels.
 
RISING LUCK – Held up rounding the home turn.
 
App B. Thornton (CANONGATE) was reprimanded for allowing his mount to shift in after leaving the 1400m when not fully clear of runners to his inside.
 
CONTRALTO – At the entrance to the straight had to alter course to obtain clear running. When questioned regarding the improved performance trainer M. Dunn stated he was disappointed with the ride at the mares previous start when caught wide throughout. Mr Dunn added the mare may be better suited when ridden back in the field as it was today. Mr Dunn further added that prior to the mares previous start it had missed a start and may have lacked fitness.
 

Race 4: James Boags Premium QTIS 3YO Handicap – 1350m
 
CRUZE – Trainer B. Lockwood advised from the outside barrier the horse would be ridden further back in the field today and will endeavour to try and obtain cover. The horse was ridden accordingly. Held up rounding the home turn.
 
DYNASTIC – Bumped heavily on jumping and became unbalanced. Raced in restricted room for some distance approaching the 1000m.
 
SHOWASHADOW – After leaving the 1200m shifted in tightening runners to its inside.
 
TROMMELSCHLAGEN – Raced in restricted room for some distance approaching the 1000m. Had to be steadied when tightened for room close to the finishing line.
 
DREAM WILDER – Passing the 1000m was briefly tightened for room.
 
KEEP YOUR ROSES – Held up and unable to improve from the 300m until approaching the 100m when it shifted to the outside to secure clear running.
 
BAT A KAT – Raced 3 wide without cover throughout.
 
SUSURRI – Raced 4 wide without cover throughout.
 
DREAM KISSES – Jockey P. Hammersley reported that his mount slipped on jumping.
 
 
Race 5: Addys Getting Hitched Open Handicap – 1050m
 
LUCKY BLACK – Had to be steadied from heels shortly after the start and lost ground.
 
BULLPIT – Jumped awkwardly. After being crossed approaching the 800m commenced to overrace for some distance. Held up rounding the home turn.
 
 
Race 6: Relaxed Racing Class 6 Handicap – 1350m
 
COURTZA KING – Trainer T. Gollan advised the horse would be ridden forward today. The horse settled in a handy position behind the leader.
 
Stewards considered an objection lodged by App R. Ride the rider of ROSIE POSIE which finished fourth against DESMONS PRIDE (App B. Thornton) being declared the winner alleging  interference for some distance after the 700m and again approaching the 200m. On the evidence it was established that after the 800m ROSIE POSIE obtained a one off position which resulted in DESMONS PRIDE being 3 wide. Then from a point near the 700m until near the 400m both horses made continuous contact due mainly to both horses jostling. As a result of this contact App B. Thornton (DESMONS PRIDE) lost the use of his right stirrup for a short distance just prior to straightening. They further considered that the interference near the 300m was as a result of STONECAST shifting out. As they were of the view that the jostling that occurred as a result of mutual contact between the 2 horses they determined that the protest be dismissed. Both riders were advised that the level of competitiveness, in the opinion of stewards, bordered on being improper.
 
At a subsequent inquiry App B. Thornton (DESMONS PRIDE) and App R. Ride (ROSIE POSIE) were both fined $200 for the manner in which they conducted themselves during the protest hearing.
 
ROSIE POSIE – Slow to begin. Near the 900m had to check away from the heels of DONT DENY US, which had broken down.
 
COURTZA KING - Shifted in abruptly shortly after the start. Held up rounding the home turn and then angled for a run to the inside. Shortly after entering the straight brushed the running rail near the 300m and became unbalanced. Then raced in restricted room until near the 100m. Attempted to improve to the outside of the heels of the leader making the home turn but was prevented from doing so by TOP RAVINE.
 
DONT DENY US – Broke down near the 900m. A post race veterinary examination revealed the gelding had sustained fractures to the sesamoid bones of the off fore fetlock. The gelding was subsequently euthanased  on humane grounds. Samples were taken from the gelding for analysis.
 
MOTION GRANTED – Held up rounding the home turn. Lost the near side plate in running. Trainer B. Baldwin reported that the horse was found to be sore in the near fore foot.
 
TOP RAVINE – Near the 100m was tightened for room when DESMONS PRIDE shifted in.
 
STONECAST - Near the 100m was tightened for room when DESMONS PRIDE shifted in.
 
Race 7: BRC Memberships Benchmark 75 Handicap – 2200m
 
NUDGEE – Trainer T. Haydon advised the horse would be ridden quieter today. The horse was ridden midfield. Raced wide throughout.
 
ISNT SHE ELEGANT – Raced 3 wide from approaching the 1000m.
 
DUKE OF CHRISTOPHE – Held up approaching the home turn.
 
BALBOA ROCKS – Eased in the straight and finished a distant last. A post race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. Trainer D. Hansen was advised to report to stewards on Monday should any abnormalities become apparent.
 
RULING DYNASTY – Had to be steadied when tightened for room near the 500m when            ISNT SHE ELEGANT shifted in. App M. Murphy (ISNT SHE ELEGANT) was advised to exercise more care in similar circumstances.
 
 
Race 8: Weddings At BRC Benchmark 85 Handicap – 1200m
 
OF THE DAY – Jumped in the air at the start and lost ground.
 
PUBLISHING POWER – When questioned regarding his riding App M. Murphy stated that the gelding was tardy to begin and jumped awkwardly. He added his instructions were to have the gelding wherever comfortable and keep up its momentum. He further added that after passing the 800m when close to the heels of LAND OFFICE he elected to improve to the outside of that runner and no sooner had he done that LIMERICK MOON, which was racing 3 wide, commenced to lose ground, which forced him to race 4 wide from the 600m. Trainer B. Currie confirmed the instructions however, was somewhat disappointed with the horses finishing effort.
 
LAND OFFICE – Overraced during the middle stages. A post race veterinary examination revealed the gelding had sustained lacerations to the off hind cannon.
 
PRIORITISE – Held up rounding the home turn and attempted to improve to the inside of IL MIO DESTINO where there was insufficient room and had to be checked near the 200m. After passing the 100m was again held up and was not fully tested to the line. Jockey L. Cassidy reported that his mount hung in badly throughout the race.
 
LIMERICK MOON – Raced 3 wide without cover throughout.
 
 
Race 9: Ascot Green Class 3 Plate – 1200m
 
BRIGADOON RISE – Blundered at the start.
 
LYRICIST – Began awkwardly. Held up rounding the home turn and had to be steadied momentarily near the 200m.
 
MADLUCE MISSILE – Began awkwardly and was bumped heavily. Raced in restricted room from the early stages. Raced 3 wide with cover throughout. Hung in over the concluding stages.
 
HAPPY HOOVES – Bumped heavily on jumping. Raced 3 wide without cover throughout.
 
QUICK KETCH – Raced in restricted room in the early stages. Held up badly and unable to improve from the 500m until approaching the 200m.
 
DOUBLE SUPERLATIVE – On straightening was held up near the 200m. Near the 100m was checked to avoid the heels of SOFT TOP, which shifted out when not sufficiently clear. Trainer K. Schweida reported the gelding had been galloped on both hind legs and off fore leg.
 
App R. Ride the rider of SOFT TOP pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding in that she allowed her mount to shift out when insufficiently clear resulting in DOUBLE SUPERLATIVE being checked. App Rides licence to ride in races was suspended for a period of eight (8) days to commence midnight 28 January 2018 and expire midnight 5 February 2018.
 
SHARPAMAL – Raced 4 wide without cover throughout.
 
PINCH  MOUNTAIN – Raced 3 wide with cover throughout.
 
MISS KINDILAN – App T. Brooker reported that her mount travelled well until placed under pressure on straightening. App Brooker stated that after receiving a bump her mount became slightly uncoordinated and as she was concerned something may have been amiss she did not persist in riding it out. A post race veterinary examination failed to reveal any abnormalities. Trainer B. Lockwood was advised to report to stewards on Monday should any abnormalities become apparent.
 

 
 
 
STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY
 
Summary of action concerning licensees
 
Reprimands
Race 3. B. Thornton – App Jockey – Careless riding – AR137(a)
 
Suspensions
Race 9. R. Ride – App Jockey – Careless riding – 8 days (m/n28.1.18-m/n5.2.18) – AR137(a)
 
Fines
Race 1. B. Stewart – Jockey – Overweight - $200 – AR120(b)
Race 6. B. Thornton – App Jockey - Misconduct - $200 – AR83A
Race 6. R. Ride – App Jockey – Misconduct - $200 – AR83A
 
Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses
 
Horses swabbed pre-race
Man Of Envy, Snicki Manaj, Zahspeed, Colour Charge, Legal Counsel, Spiral, Smooth Consul, Dynastic, Susurri, Wicked Intent, Stellar Ombra, Motion Granted, Isnt She Elegant, Mazaz, Devine Service, Il Mio Destino, Brigadoon Rise, Lyricist
 
Horses swabbed post-race
All 1st and 2nd placegetters
Race 6. Don’t Deny Us
 
Change of Riding Tactics
Race 4. Cruze – Trainer advised from the outside barrier the horse will be ridden further back in the field today and will endeavour to try and obtain cover if circumstances permit.
 
Race 6. Courtza King – Trainer advised the horse will be ridden forward today if circumstances permit.
 
Race 7. Nudgee – Trainer advised the horse will be ridden quieter today if circumstances permit.
 
Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 1. Snicki Minaj – R. Stewart
Race 3. Syamantaka Mani – B. Pengelly
Race 6. Courtza King – App A. Fancourt
Race 7. Silom Road – N. Tomizawa
Race 9. Soft Top – App R. Ride
Race 9. Madluce Missile – App B. Thornton
 
Protests
Race 7. Dismissed - 4th (Rosie Posie) –v- 1st (Desmons Pride)
 
Published subject to correction upon revision