QUEENSLANDRACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION
 
STEWARDS REPORT
 
TOOWOOMBA TURF CLUB
 
TOOWOOMBA – Saturday 10th DECEMBER 2022
 
WEATHER – Fine  TRACK RATING – Good 4; Good 3 after Race 1          RAIL – Out 5metres the entire
 
 
OFFICIALS
 
Chairman of Stewards – C Warren
Stewards – J Childs & J Cremin
Clerk of Scales – S Fahey
Judge – M Fahey & B Poelstra
Veterinarian – Dr A Hopgood
Swab Attendants – R Birchman
Starters – B Mallory & C Higgins
 
 
 
SUPPLEMENTARY REPORT
 
Toowoomba 3rd December 2022
 
Race 6- HAPPY 50th ANDREW WILSON MAIDEN PLATE 1200m
 
Stewards resumed an inquiry into the reasons SLINKY’S STAR shifted out and was restrained near the 150m. After taking further evidence from Trainer L Hatch Stewards issued App J Molloy with a severe reprimand under the provisions of AR131(a) in that he did shift out when not fully clear of SLINKY’S STAR causing that runner to be taken wider and restrained. Stewards noted the racing manners of SLINKY’S STAR throughout the event and viewed this as a mitigating circumstance when considering the severity of the interference. Stewards also noted marginal shifts in and out from SLINKY’S STAR and BETTER THAN ROSES (N Tomizawa) in the moments prior to the incident which were considered to be contributing and mitigating factors when considering App Molloys culpability.
 
 
GENERAL
 
Stewards permitted the following overweights at todays meeting:
 
Race 2- Jockey G Geran +0.5kg
Race 4- App J Molloy +1kg
Race 5- Jockey N Fazackerley +0.5kg
 
 
 
Stewards inquired into an incident which occurred prior to the running of Race 5 in the vicinity of the entrance to the ‘Winners ‘Bar’. After taking evidence from the persons involved and witnesses to the incident Trainer Ms Michelle Labahn was issued with a charge pursuant to AR228(b) in that she did misconduct herself by making physical contact with Trainer Mr Josh Morrow when attempting to secure his phone from his person whilst attempting to engage in a verbal altercation with Mr Morrow. Ms Labahn was subsequently fined the sum of $500, $300 of which was wholly suspended for a period of 12 months. In determining penalty Stewards considered Ms Labahn’s guilty plea, her excellent record in relation to the rule and her forthright evidence as well as the negative impact incidents such as these have on the industry as a whole and the need to any penalty to act not only as a specific deterrent but to the industry cohort as a whole.
 
 
Race 1: REDDING FRY FINANCIAL ADVICE RATINGS BAND 0-58 HANDICAP 1200m
 
Declaration of correct weight was delayed to allow Jockey G Geran, rider of 2nd placegetter DREAMSEEKER, to view patrol footage of the concluding stages. After viewing the footage Jockey Geran elected not to proceed with any objection and Stewards ordered correct weight on the Judges Semaphored numbers.
 
SCARE CAMPAIGN- Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was passed fit to start. Began awkwardly. Trainer L Paton was fined the sum of $100 under the provisions of LR67(1) for failing to declare a rider on the gelding by the prescribed time.
 
DREAMERS GIFT- Began very awkwardly. Over-raced in the early stages. Commenced to tire from the 200m. Raced wide for the majority. Finished tailed off. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. Jockey W Peel advised that, in her opinion, her mount felt off in its action down the running when pressured and as such she elected not to place it under undue pressure over the concluding stages. Trainer C Geran advised the stable had expected a better performance and further undertook to advise should anything become apparent regarding the fillies condition going forward.
 
SHOTGUN SOCKS- Over-raced on heels near the 800m. Laid out marginally leaving the 600m and again approaching the 400m. Momentarily held up approaching the 400m. Bumped passing the 100m.
 
DREAMSEEKER- Raced keenly passing the 800m when momentarily crowded. Bumped passing the 100m. Jockey G Geran was reprimanded under the provisions of AR132(7)(a)(ii) in that he did use his whip on 7 occasions, 2 more than permitted, prior to the 100m.
 
KNOWITALL JACK- Laid in leaving the 600m.
 
SHOUTS OUTBACK- Bumped leaving the 600m. Momentarily eased approaching the 400m. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
BRINGTHELOVE- Bumped leaving the 600m. Hung in under pressure down the running.
 
 
Following the running of this event the racing surface was upgraded to a Good 3
 
 
Race 2: HUTCHINSON BUILDERS CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1300m
 
STAR DIVA- After kicking out and striking the mounting yard fence underwent a pre-race veterinary examination at the barriers and was passed fit to start. Began awkwardly and bumped.
 
ZEITAKUNA- Began awkwardly and bumped.
 
ANTHROPICA- Began awkwardly and bumped. Passing the 550m momentarily raced keenly on heels. Jockey G Geran was reprimanded under the provisions of AR132(7)(a)(ii) in that he did use his whip on 6 occasions, 1 more than permitted, prior to the 100m.
 
WHISTLIN’ RULER- Bumped on jumping. Raced keenly in the early and middle stages. Laid in under pressure down the running. Raced wide for the majority.
 
BIRAGUE- Raced keenly in the early and middle stages.
 
FASTLING- Momentarily held up on heels upon entering the home straight. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
 
 
Race 3: TOOWOOMBA SPORTS CLUB MEMBERS CUP BENCHMARK 70 HANDICAP 1300m
 
Trainer M Currie was fined the sum of $300 under the provisions of LR68(1) for failing to scratch DOCTOR TEEKAY by the prescribed time.
 
 
Declaration of correct weight was delayed to allow App J Molloy, rider of 2nd place getter WOLFF BOSS, to view the official photo finish, after viewing the photo App Molloy was satisfied a margin was present and Stewards declared correct weight on the Judges numbers.
 
XERRI- Began awkwardly. Shifted in approaching the 500m momentarily crowding TYCOON ZIP. Jockey N Vuille was advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances. Momentarily crowded approaching the 200m and shifted in further and away from that runner and bumped the inside running rail. Jockey Vuille was reprimanded under the provisions of AR132(7)(a)(ii) in that she did use her whip on 6 occasions, 1 more than permitted, prior to the 100m.
 
SPENDING MY TIME- Bumped soon after the start.
 
MAEVILA RULER- Bumped soon after the start. Held up for clear running passing the 400m before easing off heels and shifting wider.
 
ELEUTHERA- Raced keenly leaving the 1000m.
 
TYCOON ZIP- Momentarily crowded approaching the 500m.
 
OVIDIUS- Shifted in approaching the 200m momentarily crowding XERRI- Jockey M Savva was advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances.
 
 
 
Race 4: NAMOUR TRANSPORT BENCHMARK 62 HANDICAP 2150m
 
Declaration of correct weight was delayed when Trainer C Geran, Trainer of 2nd placegetter CHOCOLATIER, lodged an objection against 1st placegetter LA BREA sighting interference over the final 100m. After taking evidence from the riders and connections of both runners and viewing the patrol footage Stewards determined that LA BREA had laid out leaving the 100m and bumped CHOCOLATIER before being corrected by its rider. Taking this into account as well as the manner in which both runners finished the race off and the beaten margin Stewards could not be comfortably satisfied that the interference had any tangible effect on the placings and as such dismissed the protest and declared correct weight on the Judges placing.
 
 
PAST TENSE- After reviewing the patrol footage it was determined the gelding stood flat footed and refused to exit the barrier taking no competitive part in the race. Trainer T Hall was advised the gelding would be required to obtain a further barrier certificate prior to again being permitted to take part in a race.
 
WINSTON- Slow into stride.
 
LA BREA- App J Molloy was fined the sum of $200 under the provisions of AR143(14)(a) in that he did fail to claim any of his allowance on the mare. Raced keenly passing the 1500m. Over-raced passing the 1300m and continued to race keenly on heels down the back straight. Laid out leaving the 100m and bumped before being corrected by its rider.
 
BY THE LAW- Began awkwardly. Bumped the inside running rail passing the 1500m.
 
EGO DANCER- Raced keenly on the first occasion passing the winning post.
 
CHOCOLATIER- Bumped passing the 100m.
 
 
 
Race 5: LINDSAY STREET MEDICAL GROUP MAIDEN PLATE 1000m
 
GUS THE BUS- Shifted out and bumped on jumping. Tightened for room and obliged to restrain approaching the 300m before laying out marginally and becoming awkwardly placed on heels and having to be restrained again leaving the 300m.
 
SEENUSCOMING- Shifted in and bumped on jumping.
 
BRINGONTHEBUBBLES- Bumped before being crowded on jumping.
 
KISS THE LASS- Bumped before being crowded on jumping. Over-raced after improving onto heels passing the 800m. Hung in approaching the 300m despite the efforts of its rider tightening a runner on its inside. Trainer L Hatch will be advised a warning will be placed on the mares racing manners.
 
MATALE- Began awkwardly, shifted in and bumped. Raced keenly passing the 700m. Raced wide for the majority.
 
PINK HOUSES- Tightened for room soon after the jump.
 
ROMANTIC THOUGHTS- Crowded on jumping.
 
Shifted out on jumping and bumped soon after the start.
 
MISS DE BOOM- Bumped soon after the start before being crowded soon after. Laid in under pressure down the running proving difficult to ride out.
 
 
 
Race 6: JLS BUILDERS BENCHMARK 58 HANDICAP 1000m
 
PRETTY FLASH- Began awkwardly. Raced ungenerously in the early and middle stages.
 
KWINERN- Shifted in and bumped on jumping. Shifted in and away from another runner approaching the 100m.
 
AL PAL’S GAL- Dipped in its action on jumping before being bumped. Laid in and away from another runner passing the 900m before being momentarily keen on heels. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
LOVESON- Laid in under pressure down the running and momentarily shifted into the line of KWINERN near the 200m. App T Townsend was reminded of her obligations to stop and straighten in similar circumstances.
 
EXLOVER- Momentarily crowded soon after the start. Raced keenly after improving onto heels near the 900m before shifting wider. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which revealed a minor laceration to the near-fore fetlock.
 
 
 
Race 7: LAWRENCE & HANSON MAIDEN PLATE 1850m
 
Declaration of correct weight was delayed when Jockey K Zechner, rider of 3rd placegetter BARTA LINES, lodged an objection against 2nd placegetter SEQUOIA CHIEFTAIN, sighting interference near the 150m. After taking evidence from the riders and connections of the two runners and viewing the patrol footage Stewards determined that SEQUIOA CHEIFTAIN did shift in across the running of BARTA LINES near the 150m resulting in that runner altering course and shifting out. Considering this as well as the way in which both runners finished the race off and the beaten margin Stewards could not be comfortably satisfied that the interference had any tangible effect on the placings and as such dismissed the protest and ordered correct weight on the Judges numbers.
 
 
GIRRAMAY- Stood flat footed as the start was effected. Trainer M Labahn will be advised a warning will be placed on the gelding as a result. Improved onto heels having to be eased passing the 900m.
 
REG ‘N’ KATH- Raced wide in the early stages. Laid out marginally passing the 400m. Tired over the concluding stages. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.
 
LOLA STAR- Raced ungenerously from the 1600-1300m, laying out passing the 1500m and taking the course proper crossing awkwardly and bumping passing the 1400m. Raced keenly and became awkwardly placed on heels approaching the 1200m. Laid in passing the 900m and again passing the 400m becoming momentarily awkwardly placed on heels as a result.
 
SEQUOIA CHIEFTAIN- Took the course proper crossing awkwardly. Laid out passing the 1400m and bumped. Shifted in passing the 150m under pressure across the running of BARTA LINES. Jockey G Geran was advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances.
 
BARTA LINES- Momentarily eased and shifted out passing the 150m.
 
MESAYSO- Finished tailed off. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.
 
 
 
STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY
 
Summary of action concerning licensees
 
Reprimands
Toowoomba 03/12/0222
Race 6- App Jake Molloy- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Severe reprimand
 
Race 1- Jockey Gary Geran- Use of whip 7 times prior to 100m- AR132(7)(a)(ii)- Reprimand
Race 2- Jockey Gary Geran- Use of whip 6 times prior to 100m- AR132(7)(a)(ii)- Reprimand
Race 3- Jockey Nicole Vuille- Use of whip 6 times prior to 100m- AR132(7)(a)(ii)- Reprimand
 
Fines
Trainer Michelle Labahn- Misconduct- AR228(b)- $500, $300 wholly suspended for 12 months.
Race 1- Trainer Lyn Paton- Late rider declaration- LR67(1)- $100
Race 3- Trainer Mark Currie- Failed to scratch by prescribed time- $300
Race 4- App Jake Molloy- Failed to claim full allowance- AR143(14)(a)- $200

 
 
Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses
 
Horses swabbed pre-race
CHOCOLATIER, PAST TENSE, BARTA LINES
 
Horses swabbed post-race
All winners
 
Warnings/bars
Race 5- KISS THE LASS- Hung in- Warning
Race 7- GIRRAMAY- Stood flat footed- Warning
 
Protests
Race 4- CHOCOLATIER (2nd place) vs LA BREA (1st place)- Dismissed
Race 7- BARTA LINES (3rd place) vs SEQUOIA CHIEFTAIN (2nd place)- Dismissed
 
Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 1- SCARE CAMPAIGN was ridden by C Small
 
Late scratchings
Race 3- DOCTOR TEEKAY- 8:23am
 
The matters contained within this Stewards report may be subject to an internal or external review.  The outcome of any internal review is published on the Commission’s website immediately after the release of the internal review decision to the Applicant.  External reviews are managed by QCAT and are not published on the Commission’s 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.