QUEENSLANDRACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION
 
STEWARDS REPORT
 
TOOWOOMBA TURF CLUB
 
SATURDAY 22NDJUNE 2024
 
WEATHER – Fine         TRACK RATING – Good 4              RAIL – True
 
 
OFFICIALS
 
Chairman of Stewards – C Warren
Stewards – J Childs & D MacDonald
 
GENERAL
 
Stewards permitted the following overweights at tonights meeting:
 
Race 5: Jockey N Tomizawa +1/2kg
 
 
Race1:TOOWOOMBA PLASTICS QTIS TWO-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN HANDICAP  1200m
 
LUCKY JOKER- Slow to begin. Raced greenly under pressure down the running, laying in onto held near the 150m having to be steadied as a result.
 
RUN LUCY RUN- Bumped on jumping. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
ALPINE RAIDER- Raced wide for the majority.
 
CROATIAN QUEEN- Bumped on jumping. Momentarily shifted in and away from another runner leaving the 100m.
 
LADY BOSSA NOVA- Buffeted on jumping.
 
MAGIC MADGE- Bumped on jumping. Laid out approaching the 900m. Momentarily crowded near the 800m before again laying out leaving the 700m. Laid out near the 350m.
 
ZOU ZOUTUKATUKIA- Bumped on jumping before being momentarily crowded.
 
MRS KAJUDO- Bumped on jumping.
 
Race 2: HANNAS TOOWOOMBA BENCHMARK 70 HANDICAP  1000m
 
Declaration of correct weight was delayed to allow Stewards to view footage of the start to ensure all runners were afforded a fair start. After viewing the footage Stewards were satisfied all runners were afforded a fair start and correct weight as declared on the Judges semaphored numbers.
 
DOLLOP- Bumped on jumping.
 
LAURIE- Reared as the start was effected, causing Jockey L Tarrant to become unbalanced, and lost ground. Trainer M Kropp was advised a warning would be placed on the gelding as a result.
 
MORT DOYLE- Was declared a late scratching at 1:47pm when unable to be loaded onto the horse transport vehicle.
 
FESTIVAL PRINCE- Bumped on jumping. Tightened and obliged to restrain leaving the 800m. Laid in under pressure down the running proving somewhat difficult to ride out.
 
LAST CHANCE SALOON- Was declared a late scratching on veterinary advice at 4:56pm after becoming fractious in the race-day tie-ups and sustaining an injury to the off-hind. Prior to the declaration of correct weight all monies invested on the gelding were ordered to be refunded with the following deductions applicable to all successful wagers placed prior to 4:56pm:
 
31cents in the dollar for the win
21cents in the dollar for the place
 
Trainer D Vandyke was advised the gelding would require a veterinary clearance prior to again being permitted to start in a race.
 
 
GROOMED- Fractious in the barrier. Began awkwardly and was slow into stride.
 
AL PAL'S GAL- Laid in rounding the home turn. On returning to scale App O Webb advised she had dropped her whip near the 200m. When queried regarding the tactics adopted Trainers representative K Kropp advised that it had not been the intention for the mare to lead in such a manner however after beginning well and being ridden positively as per instructions, the apparent lack of pace in the early stages resulting in the mare settling in a leading position with minimal effort and from that point was always going to be competitive in the finish. App O Webb concurred with Ms Kropps comments.
 
INCOMPARABLE- Stewards queried App J Molloys riding of the gelding in the home straight, noting a particular lack of vigour over the final 200m. App Molloy advised that he felt his mount weakening from the 400m and as such elected not to place the gelding under any undue pressure. App Molloy also noted, with his experience riding the gelding, that, in his opinion, the gelding may have come to the end of its preparation and possibly career. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. Trainer T Dougall advised on 23rd June that the gelding had pulled up well following the event however stated connections would now consider the immediate racing future of the gelding with consideration to be given to retirement.
 
NICCI DE ROSA- App S Callow was found guilty of a charge pursuant to AR131(a) for careless riding in that leaving the 800m she did permit her mount to shift in, dictating the line of ANNAKURI in onto the running of FESTIVAL PRINCE which was tightened and obliged to restrain and lost its rightful running. App Callows license to ride in races was subsequently suspended for a period of 7 days to commence 28 June, up to and including 4 July. In considering penalty Stewards noted App Callows status as an apprentice, her record in relation to the rule, the general circumstances of the incident, and the degree of carelessness which was deemed to be in the low range. App Callow was advised of her right to an appeal. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which reveal a laceration to the off-hind hock consistent with being galloped on in running.
 
ANNAKURI- Crowded and taken in, having to be eased leaving the 800m. Laid out rounding the home turn.
 
Race 3: LASER CLINICS AUSTRALIA CLASS 2 HANDICAP         1100m
 
Declaration of correct weight was delayed to allow Stewards to view the photo finish for 3rd place. After viewing the official photo finish image Stewards were satisfied with the Judges semaphored placings and correct weight was subsequently declared.
 
SNEAKY SHARK- Began awkwardly, shifted out and bumped.
 
I AM MASON- Shifted in leaving the 900m momentarily crowding TEMPLEMORE. Jockey N Tomizawa was advised to exercise greater care in similar circumstances. Shifted out on entering the home straight and bumped. Raced wide for the majority.
 
KITRI- Eased when racing tight between runners near the 900m before being shifted in to obtain a position nearer the inside running rail with cover. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. Trainer M Nolan advised on 24th June that the filly had pulled up well following the event, adding that KITRI would now likely be sent for an immediate spell.
 
TEMPLEMORE- Momentarily crowded leaving the 900m. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
BEEBEE DAZZLER- Buffeted on jumping. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
DRANG A TANG- Bumped on jumping.
 
POCKET SAGE- Trainer D Jackson was fined the sum of $200 under the provisions of LR67(1) for the late declaration of rider on the gelding. Bumped on entering the home straight. Raced wide for the majority.
 
MONEY BEAR- Began awkwardly.
 
 
Race 4: LAWRENCE & HANSON BENCHMARK 60 HANDICAP  1625m
 
TOP BOY- Buffeted on jumping. Momentarily crowded near the 1400m. Raced keenly down the back straight. Shifted out marginally near the 700m and bumped. Laid in momentarily near the 400m. Shifted inside of heels leaving the 400m to obtain clear running on the inside running rail.
 
POWER PACK- Bumped passing the 700m. Shifted in and away from another runner near the 250m. Raced wide for the majority.
 
TOKYO BANDIT- Laid in near the 900m becoming momentarily awkwardly placed on heels. Trainer L Hatch advised, in light of tonights performance, it would be the intention to send the gelding for an immediate spell. Jockey L Tilley concurred with Mr Hatchs assessment stating, in his opinion, the gelding had come to the end of its preparation. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities.
 
CAPE CRUSADER- Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
MARTINI DANCER- Bumped on jumping.
 
SHEPPEY- Bumped on jumping. Became momentarily awkwardly placed on heels near the 1500m.
 
FLYING ROTHE- Restrained soon after the start in an effort to obtain a position nearer the inside running rail with cover.
 
 
Race 5: NEIL MANSELL CONCRETE MAIDEN HANDICAP  1625m
 
MY MATE MARLEY (NZ)- Shifted in and bumped.
 
SPRAY GUN- Buffeted on jumping. Momentarily crowded near the 800m. Raced keenly on heels approaching the 700m. Shifted out when not fully clear of CRY ME A RIVER leaving the 600m. App D Bennett was severely reprimanded under the provisions of AR131(a) as a result of this incident. In considering the matter Stewards were unable to conclusively determine, with the available anecdotal evidence tendered by Jockey G Cartwright (CRY ME A RIVER) and the available patrol footage, that CRY ME A RIVER had secured the position directly to the outside of SPRAY GUN prior to the incident occurring, nonetheless, Stewards were satisfied App Bennetts lack of care and the abruptness of his shift demonstrated a culpable level of carelessness.
 
HOTFOOT PERFORMER- Hung in under pressure down the running, shifted in passing the 150m and inconvenienced PELE PRINCESS, before being corrected by its rider. App D McGillivray was severely reprimanded under the provisions of AR131(a) as a result of this incident and advised that safety of horse and rider is paramount and must always be the priority in such circumstances. In considering the matter Stewards noted the racing manners of the gelding at the time of the incident as well as App McGillivrays efforts to correct his mount which were deemed to be mitigating factors in the incident.
 
PELE PRINCESS- Raced keenly on heels approaching the 1200m before being shifted out and bumping another runner and being crowded before being eased and shifted wider leaving the 1200m and racing wide from that point on. Inconvenienced near the 150m.
 
SHALZER- Began awkwardly before being buffeted and having to be eased, consequently settled further back in the field than may have been expected. Momentarily crowded near the 800m. App A Donald was severely reprimanded under the provisions of AR132(5) in that she did use her whip in an excessive manner throughout the event. In considering the matter Stewards noted App Donalds limited use of the whip prior to the 100m.
 
CRY ME A RIVER- Steadied soon after the start in an effort to obtain a position with cover nearer the inside running rail. Bumped passing the 1200m. Inconvenienced and restrained from heels leaving the 600m.
 
KENRICK ROAD- Began awkwardly, shifted out and bumped.
 
THE HIPPY- After beginning well from the wide barrier was permitted to press forward and consequently settled in a gelding position nearer the inside running rail approaching the 1400m. Raced keenly for a short distance thereafter.
 
CATCH CRIES (NZ)- Raced keenly in the early and middle stages. Lain in marginally near the 800m when racing keenly. On returning to scale Jockey S Apthorpe advised his saddle had slipped near the 1000m, placing him at a slight disadvantage in his efforts to settle his mount from racing keenly.
 
 
Race 6: QUEENSLAND ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS MAIDEN PLAT  1200m
 
FIRST TO MARS- Restrained from the wide gait in an effort to obtain cover and a position nearer the inside running rail. Bumped approaching the 400m, shifted wider and bumped again.
 
LOOKIN' SHARP- Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination which revealed an abnormal gait with reference to the off-hind which was consistent with previous veterinary examinations. Bumped on jumping, shifted in and bumped again. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which revealed no abnormalities outside of the previously identified gait abnormality. On returning to scale App A Donald advised that she had been struck in the face by her mount on exiting the barrier. App Donald was subsequently examined by QAS officers and stood down from her remaining engagement. App Donald was advised she would require a medical clearance clearing her of any injury, concussion or concussion symptoms prior to again being permitted to ride in a race.
 
DUN WITH ROSES- Crowded and bumped on jumping. Momentarily steadied off heels near the 1000m when racing keenly before being shifted wider. Laid in under pressure down the running.
 
SHADOW POWER- Bumped on jumping.
 
DOLLY DISCO- Bumped approaching the 400m. Raced wide for the majority.
 
TWO TIME GIRL- Laid out in the early stages. Raced keenly and had to be steadied after being crossed near the 1000m.
 
COOL STORY- After beginning only fairly from the wide barrier was steadied in the early stages to obtain a position with cover nearer the inside running rail. Improved onto heels near the 450m, having to be steadied before being shifted wider to improve and bumping.
 
DUCHESS MARIE- Bumped soon after the start. Became momentarily awkwardly placed on heels near the 900m.
 
SHINTARO LASS- Proved difficult to load and was fractious behind the barrier. Trainer S Kirkwood was advised a warning would be placed on the filly as a result. Laid in near the 300m before having to be shifted wider around heels on entering the home straight.
 
ZIMBARA (NZ)- Bumped on jumping.
 
 
Race 7: RDO EQUIPMENT QTIS THREE-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN HANDICAP  1000m
 
The start time for this event was amended to 8:35pm to allow Jockey G Cartwright to be substituted as rider of SPIKED when App A Donald was stood down by QAS officers approximately 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
 
MY SICADA- Reluctant to load. Blundered on jumping. Bumped near the 700m. Raced wide for the majority.
 
DATA LEAK- Bumped near the 700m before shifting out and bumping again soon after. Shifted in and away from heels near the 150m.
 
WANT TO BE PROUD- Began awkwardly. Shifted in and away from heels soon after the start. Shifted out and bumped near the 700m. Shifted wider passing the 200m to obtain clear running.  
 
SPIKED- Began awkwardly and shifted in.
 
OUTTA BEAUTY- Slow to begin.
 
 
 
STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY
 
Summary of action concerning licensees
 
Reprimands
Race 5- App D Bennett- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Severe reprimand
              App D McGillivray- Careless riding- AR131(a)- Severe reprimand
              App A Donald- Excessive use of whip- AR132(5)- Severe reprimand
 
Fines
Race 3- Trainer D Jackson- Late rider declaration- LR67(1)- $200

Suspensions
Race 2- App S Callow- Careless riding- AR131(a)- 7 days; 28 June- 4 July (inclusive)
 
Race day injuries/illness.
App A Donald- Injury- Medical clearance
 
 
Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses
 
Horses swabbed pre-race.
RUN LUCY RUN, DOLLOP, AL PAL’S GAL, CAPE CRUSADER, CRY ME A RIVER, KEYBOARD
 
Horses swabbed post-race.
All winners
 
Warnings/bars
Race 2- LAURIE- Barrier manners- Warning
              LAST CHANCE SALOON- Veterinary certificate
Race 6- SHINTARO LASS- Pre-race manners- Warning
 
Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 7- SPIKED was ridden by G Cartwright
 
Late scratchings
Race 2- MORT DOYLE- 1:47pm
              LAST CHANCE SALOON- 4:56pm
 
 
The matters contained within this Stewards report may be subject to external review.  The Racing Appeals Panel manages external reviews, and the Racing Appeals Panel publishes its decisions on its 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.