QUEENSLAND RACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION
 
Race Day Stewards Report
 
Aquis Thoroughbreds
 
 
Date: 23 November 2019
 
Track: Good 4; upgraded to Good 3 after R1
 
Weather: Fine
 
Rail: +7.5m 1400-400m; +6m 400-W/Post; +4m remainder
 
Stewards Panel: P. Zimmermann (Chairman), J. Hackett, P. McLean, P. Reardon
 
Officials: Dr.G. Silvestri (Veterinarian), J. Robinson (Clerk of Scales), S. McMahon (Judge), S. Andrews, T. Woodham (Starters), K. Kilpatrick, G. Gray (Swab Officials), L. Stokes (Secretary)
 
 
General
 
Races 1 & 5 - As Jockey A. Chau was to be overweight, Stewards permitted rider replacements as per Stewards Race Day Summary.
 
Race 1 – AQUIS Raceday January 4 Maiden Plate – 1100m
 
JOSHUA TREE dislodged rider P. Timbery en-route to the gate before escaping for some time, delaying the start of the event. JOSHUA TREE was declared a late scratching at 12.29pm. All monies invested on JOSHUA TREE were ordered to be refunded. Deductions applicable to bets placed on winner and place-getters prior to 12.29pm:-
 
0 cents in the dollar for the Win #9
2 cents in the dollar for the place of winner #9
6 cents in the dollar the 2nd place #2
6 cents in the dollar for the 3rd place #4
 
Trainer L. Kelly was advised that the gelding would require a Barrier Certificate prior to resuming racing. Mr Kelly was also advised that the gelding would be required to demonstrate that it was capable of parading to the satisfaction of Stewards. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities.
 
DREAMACE – Began awkwardly. Bumped near the 350m and again near the 250m. Shortly thereafter its rider had to steady from the heels of FAST THINKER which shifted in. App. L. Kilner (FAST THINKER) was reprimanded pursuant to AR131(a) for permitting her mount to shift in when not sufficiently clear of other runners.
 
RELENTLESS MISS – Shifted out shortly after jumping. Then inclined to over-race near the 1000m causing tightening to DREAMACE momentarily.
 
DEEP ECHO – Raced ungenerously during the early stages and when approaching the 700m improved onto the heels of AND FINALLY and steadied. Held up approaching the home turn. Shortly thereafter, shifted wider and bumped heavily with DREAMACE at the 350m. Inclined to lay out when placed under pressure in the home straight and proved difficult to ride. Jockey Anthony Allen was reminded of his obligations to ensure that his mounts keep a true line in the run to the finish.
 
MR SO GOOD – Raced 3 wide for the majority of event. Obliged to momentarily steady from heels near the 250m.
 
FAST THINKER – Raced 3 wide with cover throughout. Shifted in near the 150m causing tightening to its inside.
 
SINGLE AGAIN – Began moderately. Its rider then attempted to press forward, however, the filly hung in and was steadied from the heels of MR SO GOOD. Shortly thereafter when racing ungenerously, bumped with RELENTLESS MISS.
 
After the running of this race, the track was upgraded to a Good 3.
 
Race 2 – HIT90.9 QTIS 3YO Maiden Handicap – 1200m
 
SCOUT dislodged rider App. J. Guthmann-Chester shortly after leaving the parade area and the gelding made contact with the outside rail. Underwent a veterinary examination at the gates and was cleared to start.
 
ZIGALLENE – Fractious in the gates. Raced 3 wide throughout.
 
MISS TOO FLY – Near the 1100m, shifted in momentarily tightening BRONCKS. Jockey A.
Fancourt was advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances and ensure she provides adequate room when crossing in future.
 
BRONCKS – Momentarily tightened near the 1100m, and then inclined to over-race for a short distance.
 
TOP SOCIETY – Approaching the 1000m, improved onto the heels of BRONCKS and steadied. On returning to the enclosure it was determined that the filly had bled from both nostrils. Connections were advised that the filly would be stood down from racing for a period of 3 months and would also be required to gallop over 1000m in the presence of a Steward prior to returning to race.
 
Race 3 – HIT90.9 Lise, Sarah, Dan & Ben Class 2 Handicap – 900m
 
Trainer B. Gorman was fined $100 for the late rider declaration of App. Z. White on ENSISHEIM.
 
As BEST OF US had not raced since January 2018, the mare underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was cleared to start.
 
WHITEBAIT PATTIE – Began awkwardly, shifted in and bumped MILLION. Stewards questioned Jockey C. Frater regarding the tactics adopted on WHITEBAIT PATTIE. Jockey Frater stated that the instructions were to remain neutral out of the gates in an attempt to get the gelding to settle and prevent it from over-racing. The gelding then continued to lose contact with the second last horse despite Jockey Fraters efforts. Trainer T. Cowan confirmed the instructions, however, expected the gelding to race more prominently. A post-race veterinary examination revealed the gelding to be lame in the off hind leg. Cast its near fore plate in running. Trainer T. Cowan was advised that he must obtain a veterinary clearance prior to the gelding resuming racing. Stewards reminded Jockey Frater of her obligations in that she ensures her mounts are positioned competitively and ensure that her rides are not open to questioning.
 
MILLION – Bumped on jumping.
 
DEVILS TEMPTATION – Began awkwardly before mustering speed.
 
BEWARE – Reared as the start was effected and lost ground.
 
ENSISHEIM – Raced 3 wide throughout.
 
USMANOV – On return to scale some blood was evident in one nostril. A veterinary examination determined that there was an abrasion to the geldings nostril which appeared to be caused by a head knock in the gates.
 
Race 4 – HIT90.9 Alphabucks Maiden Handicap – 1300m
 
Trainer S. Kendrick was fined $200 for the late rider declaration of App. J. Guthmann-Chester on EVER SPRING after final scratchings had closed.
 
MERLINS MAGIC – Slow into stride. When over-racing in a rearward position near the 1100m, had to steady from heels and shifted wider.
 
LUTECE – Slow into stride.
 
VINASTA – Fractious in the gates. Obliged to steady near the 500m. Its rider dropped her whip at the top of the home straight. Near the 100m, tightened for racing room between WIND RIVER and THIRD MARTINI and obliged to steady and caused its rider to stop riding.
 
REAGANS MISTAKE – When over-racing near the 1100m, steadied from heels. Raced 3 wide with cover for the majority of event.
 
EVER SPRING – Raced 3 wide for the majority of event.
 
LETHAL ATTRACTION – Shifted in marginally near the 500m tightening VINASTA which was racing to its inside.
 
WIND RIVER – Near the 100m when placed under hard riding, shifted out marginally and tightened VINASTA to its outside.
 
THIRD MARTINI – Near the 100m tightened between LUTECE and VINASTA and obliged to check and lose its rightful running.
 
SIZZLING POWER – Lost its off hind plate in running.
 
App. A. Patis (LUTECE) pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under AR131(a) for permitting her mount to shift in near the 100m causing runners to her inside to be checked. Stewards in considering App. Patis relative inexperience and good record in regard to careless riding, suspended her licence to ride in races for a period of 8 days to commence midnight 30.11.19 and to expire midnight 08.12.19.
 
Race 5 – HIT 90.9 RNB Fridays Benchmark 68 Handicap – 2400m
 
The start was delayed when the crossover noseband on ROULETTE ROYAL broke behind the gates and was unable to be refitted. Stewards examined the gear and found it to be in a satisfactory condition.
 
SHOOT AGAIN – Near the 2100m had to steady when tightened, before its rider then elected to press forward.
 
CITY OF KIRKWALL – Inclined to over-race in the early stages. Over-raced approaching the 1600mn and shifted wider on the course.
 
LUCADEAL – Inclined to over-race in the early stages.
 
EQUIPPED – Approaching the 1600m over-raced due to a moderate tempo and shifted in tightening NORDIC SHOW to its inside. Elected to improve near the 1400m when the pace eased.
 
NORDIC SHOW – Tightened near the 1600m. Held up for a short distance rounding the home turn.
 
HELLAVA BABE – Over-raced near the 1600m and shifted out.
 
LYONS MANE – Elected to improve near the 1400m when the pace eased.
 
Race 6 – The Goldies Own 92.5 Triple M Benchmark 68 Handicap – 1100m
 
Correct weight was delayed when App. J. Guthmann-Chester requested to view the film for a possible objection, however, once satisfied he chose not to proceed and correct weight was declared on the Judges numbers.
 
WILLS BID – Slow into stride.
 
GEMELLI – Raced 3 wide throughout. Rider reported that his mount over-raced throughout and refused to settle.
 
DREAMALINA – Near the 700m, steadied from heels after its rider elected to take cover.
 
ANNATIME – Held up for clear running approaching the turn before shifting wider and securing a run between the tiring GEMELLI and CATMOSPHERE.
 
CATMOSPHERE – Bumped on straightening by ANNATIME. Lost its near hind plate in running.
 
Race 7 – The Goldies 92.5 Triple M with Bridge & Spida Class 6 Plate – 1200m
 
POWERLINE – Slow into stride.
 
COMIC STORY – Inclined to lay in for the majority of event and over the final 300m had difficulty obtaining clear running between PIRACY and CRUZE until inside the final 100m.
 
Race 8 – The Goldies 92.5 Triple M Rush Hour with Luke Bradnam Class 1 Handicap – 1400m
 
REDSTONE – Slow into stride. Forced wider near the 700m.
 
BRAD BE BOLD – Bumped on jumping.
 
CUBIN MINT - Bumped on jumping.
 
DIOMEDES – Began awkwardly and shifted out. Near the 800m commenced to over-race, improved onto heels and shifted out forcing HALLOWED GIRL wider on the course.
 
SAYS WHO – Bumped on jumping and lost ground. Near the 800m made the turn awkwardly and shifted out. Shortly thereafter, improved onto the heels of ROTHENBURG, steadied and shifted wider to avoid that runner, forcing CONCAVE and REDSTONE wider on the course.
 
HALLOWED GIRL – Forced wider near the 800m. Cast off hind plate in running.
 
CONCAVE – Forced wider near the 700m.
 
ROTHENBURG – Held up for clear running rounding the home turn.

STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY
AQUIS PARK
 
Summary of action concerning licensees
 
Reprimands
Race 1 – App. L. Kilner, careless riding AR131(a)
 
Suspensions
Race 4 - App. A. Patis, careless riding, 8 days, midnight 30.11.19 to midnight 08.12.19 AR131(a)
 
Fines
Race 1 – A. Chau, overweight - $100 AR190(3)
Race 3 – Trainer B. Gorman, late rider declaration - $100 LR67
Race 4 – Trainer S. Kendrick, late rider declaration- $200 LR67
Race 5 – A. Chau, overweight - $100 AR190(3)
 
Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses
 
Horses swabbed pre-race
Race 1 – Jillerette, Joshua Tree
Race 5 – Nordic Show, Roulette Royal
 
Horses swabbed post-race
All winners +
Race 1           Nil
Race 2           Miss Too Fly (3rd)
Race 3           Nil
Race 4           Nil
Race 5           Nordic Show (2nd)
Race 6           Powerful Saga (2nd)
Race 7           Comic Story (2nd)
Race 8           Dynamic Thinker (2nd)
 
Bars/Warnings
Race 1 – Joshua Tree, pre-race manners - Barrier Certificate, demonstrate capability of parading to satisfaction of Stewards AR20(e)
Race 3 – Whitebait Pattie, lame off hind leg - veterinary certificate AR20(e)
 
Bleeders
Race 2 – Top Society, bled both nostrils – 3 months ban from racing, 1000m gallop AR79(4)
 
Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 1 – Jillerette – J. Taylor
Race 1 – Mr So Good – A. Patis
Race 1 – Relentless Miss – R. Palmer
Race 3 – Ensisheim – Z. White
Race 4 – Ever Spring – J. Guthmann-Chester
Race 4 – Wind River – A. Spinks
Race 4 – Lutece – A. Patis
Race 5 – Roulette Royal – S. Galloway
Race 8 – Redstone – A. Patis
 
Late scratchings
Race 1 – Joshua Tree @ 12.29pm
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Published subject to correction upon revision