QUEENSLAND RACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION
 
STEWARDS REPORT
 
AQUIS PARK –  SATURDAY 14 JULY 2018
 
WEATHER – FINE
TRACK RATING – SOFT 5
RAIL – OUT 4.5M 1400-400, 3M 400-W/POST, 2M REMAINDER
PENETROMETER – 4.86
 
OFFICIALS
Chairman of Stewards – C. Albrecht
Stewards – N. Boyle, G. Lane, W. Flynn
Clerk of Scales – J. Robinson
Judge – S. McMahon
Veterinarian – Dr G. Silvestri
Swab attendants – K. Kilpatrick
Starter – K. Watson & S. Andrews (Races 5-9)
Stewards Secretary – S. Rolls
 
SUPPLEMENTARY
 
From Gold Coast Meeting Saturday 7 July 2018 – Race 5
 
A post race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities however, trainer D. Fletcher reported that a further veterinary examination of PIPE DREAM LASS revealed the mare to have tied up following the race. Mr Fletcher indicated that it would now be his intention to spell the mare prior to it returning to racing.
 
GENERAL

Due to being dislodged behind the barriers prior to the running of Race 6 App B. Nothdurft was replaced as per the Stewards Race Day Summary.
 
RACE 1: JEFFERY ALAN SALTER MEMORIAL Maiden Handicap – 900m
 
REGRADING – Slow to begin.
 
ROCK THE HOUSE – Began awkwardly. When questioned regarding the improved performance trainer S. Lee explained that the gelding had only been in his stable for approximately three weeks and was having its first start for the stable. He added that he had been pleased with its track work and whilst not being overly confident considering its previous form, he was nevertheless expecting a better performance today. Stewards noted his explanation.
 
UNDERTHEMISTLETOE – Began awkwardly and shortly after the start was bumped by GOLDEN ESPRIT.
 
ELEGANT ZOUS – Shifted in shortly after the start and made contact with GOLDEN ESPRIT. Approaching the 600m had to be steadied when racing in restricted room between runners. When questioned regarding the disappointing performance jockey M. Hellyer stated that the filly raced very greenly throughout and also resented racing tightly between runners near the 600m and as a result he was obliged to restrain after which the filly never travelled comfortably. He noted that the filly had trialled impressively when leading and could only use the excuse that the filly was not suited when unable to lead and when racing tightly between runners. A post race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities and a routine swab sample was taken.
 
 
RACE 2: QPF FINANCE Class 4 Handicap – 900m
 
No racing incidents.
 
 
RACE 3: LEA INSURANCE BROKERS Maiden Handicap – 1200m
 
CHAINSMOKER – Began awkwardly and lost ground.
 
LUCAP – Began awkwardly and lost ground. Jockey A. Allen reported at scale that it was not his intention to lead however after losing ground at the start and when the speed was only steady in the early stages he elected to press forward and assume a position in the lead.
 
HOCKED – Inconvenienced shortly after the start. Shifted out under pressure over the concluding stages.
 
BAY SHOT – Trainer P. Nipperess was advised that a warning would be placed on the gelding due to the poor performance.
 
 
RACE 4: PACIFIC PETROLEUM QTIS 2YO Maiden Plate – 1100m
 
LOVE STRUCK – Slow to begin.
 
SHUJUKU – Slow to begin.
 
DENEUVE – Slow to begin. App B. Nothdurft reported at scale that his mount raced greenly throughout and was also inclined to lay in under pressure in the home straight resulting in him being unable to test it with his usual vigour.
 
LASHONI – After passing the 800m commenced to overrace and had to be restrained from the heels of MOONAN JOYCE. Jockey A. Allen dropped his whip near the 350m.
 
 
RACE 5: QGR ACCOUNTANTS QTIS 2YO Maiden Plate – 1400m
 
ARABIAN DRUM – Slow to begin. Overraced for a short distance approaching the 1000m when being restrained to obtain cover.
 
TOP ARTS – Slow to begin. Failed to muster early speed despite the efforts of its rider and trailed the field throughout. A post race veterinary examination revealed the filly to be lame in the near fore leg. Trainer B. Guy was advised that a veterinary clearance will be required prior to the filly racing again.
 
TUSCAN CAT – Raced wide throughout.
 
PUMPS – Stewards questioned jockey A. Allen regarding his tactics and in particular the fast tempo set in the early and middle stages and as to whether there was an opportunity for him to restrain in the middle stages. Jockey Allen explained that his instructions were to lead and after travelling a short distance to comply with these instructions he was obliged to allow his mount to stride forward to cross ENTERPRISE PRINCE to his inside. He added that as a result of this when he allowed the gelding to stride forward it overraced and despite him making attempts to restrain it continued to overrace.  He further added the gelding was able to settle once approaching the 600m however at this point of the race he felt it would have been detrimental to restrain. Stewards accepted his explanation and were satisfied that jockey Allen had attempted to restrain his mount after obtaining the lead near the 900m.
 
ENTERPRISE PRINCE – Stewards questioned jockey L. Dittman regarding his tactics in the middle stages when setting a fast tempo. Jockey Dittman explained that after obtaining a position behind the favourite PUMPS he was reluctant to allow that runner to establish a sizeable lead, as he felt that runner was the only danger in the race and therefore he was content to race behind PUMPS. Stewards whilst noting jockey Dittmans explanation advised him that he should have made an effort midrace to restrain his mount to enable it to finish the race off to the best of its ability.
 
 
RACE 6: TUTTS BRYAN QTIS 3YO Maiden Handicap – 1400m
 
App B. Nothdurft the rider of FISH ON was dislodged behind the barriers and as a result was stood down by the QAS officers with a suspected broken right wrist. App Nothdurft was transported to Pindara Hospital for further treatment. As a consequence FISH ON was declared a late scratching at 2.18 p.m. All monies invested on FISH ON were ordered to be refunded. Deductions applicable to bets placed on winner and placegetters prior to 2.18 p.m.:-
 
26 cents in the dollar for the win - #5 (SECRET AGENT MAN)
17 cents in the dollar for place of winner - #5 (SECRET AGENT MAN)
18 cents in the dollar for 2nd place - #3 (DRUMADOIR)
20 cents in the dollar for 3rd place - #9 (HI MY GIRL)
 
MISFITS – Began awkwardly making heavy contact with the barrier partition.
 
INDIAN ROCKS – Raced three wide without cover in the early stages until obtaining cover near the 700m.
 
HI MY GIRL – A post race veterinary examination revealed the filly had sustained minor lacerations to the off hind leg.
 
 
RACE 7: SCI FLEET Class 2 Handicap – 1200m
 
As A. Allen was dually engaged stewards permitted M. Hellyer to be substituted as the rider of PERCUSSION. Trainer T. Edmonds was fined $100 for declaring A. Allen as the rider without having confirmed the engagement with the rider.  
 
PERCUSSION – Kicked by another runner behind the barriers, underwent a veterinary examination and was cleared to start.  Slow to begin.
 
WINDCATCHER – Slow to begin. Approaching the 250m laid in under pressure resulting in its rider having to stop riding and straighten.
 
RACE 8: ACCURATE PROFILING Class 1 Plate – 1800m
 
The stable representative was advised that trainer S. Morrisey was fined $100 for the late declaration of Matthew Palmer as the rider of DITZY DARCI.
 
RAW EMOTION – Trainer C. Waller advised the instructions would be to settle closer to the speed today if circumstances permit. The filly was ridden accordingly.
 
STORMY LEO – Trainer D. Scanes advised the intention would be to have the gelding settle in a more forward position today if circumstances permit. After being caught wide in the early stages was allowed to press forward to obtain a position in the lead near the 800m.
 
MUCH DEEPER – Slow to begin.
 
MR BOOMBASTIC – Severely tightened for room at the start. Jockey M. Hellyer reported at scale that his mount did not feel comfortable in its action. A post race veterinary examination revealed the gelding to be lame in the off fore leg. Trainer A. Willick was advised that a veterinary clearance will be required prior to its next start.
 
DITZY DARCI – Began awkwardly and shifted in abruptly.
 
SOLARCRAFT – Hampered at the start. Held up rounding the home turn and in the early stages of the home straight before shifting to the inside to obtain clear running.
 
PERFECT WITNESS – Near the 250m shifted out abruptly resulting in its rider having to stop and straighten.
 
KASTANOS – Approaching the 150m shifted in and bumped RAW EMOTION on a couple of occasions.
 
Jockey R. Plumb (SOLARCRAFT) was fined $200 for returning to scale in excess of half a kilo over his declared weight.
 
RACE 9: COASTAL TIPPER HIRE Class 1 Handicap -1400m
 
As A. Allen was dually engaged stewards permitted R. Ride to be substituted as the rider of DRESS SENSE. Trainer S. Lee was fined $100 for declaring A. Allen as the rider without having confirmed the engagement with the rider.
Trainer E. Ensby was fined $100 for the late declaration of S. Galloway as the rider of GOLDEN VALLEY.
 
As R. Plumb was overweight stewards permitted V. Johnston to be substituted as the rider of LADY EIGHTY EIGHT. Jockey Plumb was fined $200.
 
ALL TOO SWEET – Blundered badly at the start almost dislodging its rider.
 
ENGRAVED – Began awkwardly. Hung in for the entire home straight placing its rider at a disadvantage. The racing manners of the gelding will be brought to the attention of trainer B. Hill.
 
KEEP YOUR ROSES – Near the 1200m when being restrained to obtain a position with cover commenced to overrace and had to be steadied away from the heels of ALL TOO SWEET. Approaching the 800m again commenced overrace for a short distance when racing three wide without cover.
 
DRESS SENSE – Approaching the 400m when overracing improved onto the heels of ARISTOCAT and had to be steadied.
 
DESERT RUSH – Raced wide throughout.
 
LADY EIGHTY EIGHT – Raced wide throughout.
 
 
 

STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY
 
Fines
Race 7. T. Edmonds – Failed to confirm engagement with rider - $100 – AR175(k)
Race 8. S. Morrisey – Trainer – Late rider - $100 – LR67
Race 8. R. Plumb – Returned to scale overweight - $200 – AR145
Race 9. S. Lee – Trainer – Failed to confirm engagement with rider - $100 – AR175(k)
Race 9. E. Ensby – Trainer – Late rider - $100 – LR67
Race 9. R. Plumb – Jockey – Overweight - $200 – AR120(b)
 
Raceday Injuries/Illness
App B. Nothdurft – Injured (suspected broken wrist) – Medical Cert. required
 
Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses
Horses swabbed pre-race
Underthemistletoe, Raw Emotion
 
Horses swabbed post-race
All winners plus Elegant Zous
 
Bars
Race 3. Bay Shot – Poor performance – Warning – AR8(t)
Race 5. Top Arts – Lame near fore leg – Vet Cert. – AR8(t)
Race 8. Mr Boombastic – Lame off fore leg – Vet Cert. – AR8(t)
 
Change of Tactics
Race 8. Raw Emotion – Trainer advised instructions will be to settle closer to the speed if circumstances permit.
Race 8. Stormy Leo – Trainer advised intention will be to have the horse settle in a more forward position today if circumstances permit.
 
Summary of Rider Changes/Late Notifications
Race 4. Love Struck – M. Hellyer
Race 7. Percussion – M. Hellyer
Race 7. Mackellar – A. Allen
Race 7. Windcatcher – A. Spinks
Race 8. Perfect Witness – V. Johnston
Race 8. Ditzy Darci – Matthew Palmer
Race 9. Aristocat – App B. Nothdurft
Race 9. Golden Valley – S. Galloway
Race 9. Dress Sense – R. Ride
Race 9. Kirins Lad – A. Spinks
Race 9. Aristocat – N. Tomizawa
Race 9. Lady Eighty Eight – V. Johnston
 
Late Scratchings
Race 6. Fish On @ 2.18 p.m.
 
Published subject to correction upon revision