STEWARDS REPORT


ROCKHAMPTON JOCKEY CLUB – SATURDAY, 20 OCTOBER 2018


WEATHER – FINE TRACK RATING – GOOD 3 RAIL – 3M ENTIRE TRACK


OFFICIALS

Chairman of Stewards – P. Zimmerman
Stewards – C. Albrecht, G. Meek
Clerk of Scales – W. Wellburn
Judge – S. Bryant
Veterinarian – Dr A Williams
Swab attendants – Dr A Williams
Starter- C. Matthews

Race 1: McGrath Class 2 Plate – 1500m

PROANE – Had difficulty obtaining a clear run near the 300m.

SICARIO – Began moderately before mustering speed.

AUSSIE TYCOON – Slow into stride.

MARGO MAREE – Raced wide in the early stages before its rider elected to improve and take up a forward position near the 1000m.

SNIP ‘N’ DRIFT – Overraced in the middle stages.


Race 2: Adlec Maiden H’cap – 1300m

The start was delayed 2½ minutes due to a patron taking ill on course.

THE VOLTO – Declared a late scratching when no rider was available.

A WEE SHOCK – Declared a late scratching when no rider was available.

MISS MANIBEL - Declared a late scratching when no rider was available.

RED RIPPA – Stewards accepted the explanation for the late rider declaration.

SCOTTISH LAD – Slow into stride and tightened shortly after. When questioned regarding the tactics adopted, jockey J. Stanley stated that he would have preferred to settle in a more forward position, however after commencing moderately he was forced to settle midfield. Jockey Stanley added that the gelding was under pressure from the 700m and inclined to hang out. He further stated he had some difficulty obtaining clear running near the 300m and in his opinion the gelding is one paced and would appreciate a step up in distance.

TINARAU MAUBOY – Began awkwardly. Overraced and wide throughout.

GAI OF THE GALAXY – Raced 3 wide for the majority.

SUJANI - Correct weight was delayed when jockey N. Summers and trainer L. Rodgers requested to view the official film of the start to ascertain if the filly was afforded a fair start. Stewards noted that SUJANI was facing the gates as the start was effected, however then ducked its head to the off-side, which resulted in the filly losing considerable ground and thus stewards declared it an official starter. Trainer L. Rodgers was advised that it would require a barrier certificate prior to its next race start.


Race 3: Stockland Rockhampton 0-55 H’cap – 1300m

SURPRISE GLORY - Rider M. Barnham was dislodged leaving the enclosure and took no ill effect. Stood flat footed as the start was effected, losing significant ground and trailing the field throughout. Jockey Barnham reported that the gelding may have resented the addition of a tongue-tie. Trainer K. Hansen was advised that SURPRISE GLORY would require a barrier certificate prior to its next race start. Mr Hansen also stated that he would remove the tongue tie from its registered gear.

ELLE THE MODEL – Began awkwardly.

SOUTHERN ALBATROSS – Approaching the 1100m began to overrace, was awkwardly placed at heels and shifted out.

MADRA RUA – Tightened near the 1100m when awkwardly placed between SOUTHERN ALBATROSS and SIR EARLSTOUN.

MAKE NO MISTAKE – Raced greenly at various stages when placed under pressure.

GAMBIT – Held up near the 450m.


Race 4: Brown Brothers QTIS 3yo Maiden H’cap – 1050m

WESTERN BEAT - Declared a late scratching when no rider was available.

OUR GIRL FIFI - Declared a late scratching when no rider was available.

RECONIS – Delayed the start when it became fractious in the gates and reared up, dislodging its rider. Jockey B. Appo expressed some discomfort but was passed fit to ride. Began awkwardly.

PAIBLE – Kicked out behind the gates injuring a barrier attendant who received attention from QAS. Proved difficult to load and a warning was issued. Slightly inconvenienced near the 800m when CHEAPY CHICK shifted out. Held up for clear running between the 300m and the 200m.

SAY PLEASE – Slow to muster early speed despite the efforts of its rider.

STREAMLINER – Began awkwardly and shifted out. Tightened for room and was forced wider near the 800m. Jockey M. Stephens was reprimanded pursuant to AR137A(5)(a)(ii) in that he used his whip 9 times prior to the 100m. Stewards when assessing penalty noted jockey Stephens exemplary record regarding this rule.

GOLDEN STREET – Tightened for room shortly after the start and proved uncompetitive. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no apparent abnormalities. Connections were advised that a warning would be placed on the filly regarding its competitiveness.

CHEAPY CHICK – Overraced in the early stages and approaching the 800m raced ungenerously and shifted out. Eased when tightened for room approaching the finishing post.

KATIE’S GIRL – Overraced approaching the 800m and improved on to the heels of PAIBLE, then shifted out and contacted the heels of STREAMLIER. Jockey J. Stanley noted that the filly raced greenly throughout, and the addition of blinkers may have contributed to its manners. Trainer J. McConachy advised stewards that he may experiment with gear changes in an attempt to improve its racing manners.

NATIVE BEE – Hung in just prior to the finishing line.

SPENDING FRENZY – Raced wide throughout.


Race 5: Carly-May Pye Memorial Class 1 H’cap – 1100m

INSOLVENT - Stewards accepted the explanation for the late rider declaration.

LINE UP – Hampered as the start was effected and lost ground. Held up near the 350m and shifted in, tightening STREET BOY. Jockey B. Pengelly was advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances. Tightened for room approaching the winning post.

SEIZED – Shifted out approaching the 600m in order to secure clear running and bumped INSOLVENT.

STREET BOY – Jumped outwards as the start was effected. Raced wide in the early stages. Hampered near the 300m when tiring.

EARL OF FORDYCE – Slowly away.

FISH BURGER – Raced wide in the early stages.

INSOLVENT – Bumped near the 600m.

MAGIC WORD – Shifted in under pressure over the concluding stages. Jockey D. Hayse was advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances.


Race 6: XXXX Gold H’cap – 1200m

MISS ANNA - Stewards accepted the explanation for the late rider declaration.

HEARTBREAK HARRY – Blundered as the start was effected.

CRAIGLEA WANDOO – Stewards permitted jockey B. Pengelly to ride his mount half a kilogram overweight due to the high humidity. An announcement was made to this effect. Slowly away.

I’M ALONE – Began awkwardly and lost ground. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination, which revealed no apparent abnormalities.

ZIP TO THE MOON – Slow into stride.

JUST CALL ME LOUIE – Raced 3 wide in the early stages.




STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY

Summary of action concerning licensees

Reprimand
Race 4. Michael Stephens – Jockey – Used whip 9 times prior to the 100m – AR137A(5)(a)(ii)



Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses

Horses swabbed
All winners


Warnings/Bars
Race 2. Sujani – Barrier manners – B/Certificate – AR8(t)
Race 3 Surprise Glory – Barrier manners – B/Certificate – AR 8(t
Race 4. Golden Street – Uncompetitive – Warning.
Paible – Difficult to load - Warning


Late Scratchings
Race 2 – The Volto – No available riders- acceptable.
Race 2 – A Wee Shock – No available riders- acceptable.
Race 2 – Miss Manibel - No available riders- acceptable.
Race 4 – Western Beat – No available riders- acceptable.
Race 4 – Our Girl Fifi - No available riders- acceptable

Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 2 – Red Rippa – B Pengelly – acceptable.
Race 5 – Insolvent – B Appo – acceptable
Race 6 – Miss Anna – M Stephens – acceptable
Race 6 – I’m Alone – B Appo - acceptable