QUEENSLANDRACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION
 
STEWARDS REPORT
 
TOOWOOMBA TURF CLUB
 
SATURDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER 2024
 
WEATHER: Rain/Overcast     TRACK RATING: Soft 5; Soft6 (8:30am); Soft7(10:15am); Heavy 8 following Race 1
RAIL: True
 
OFFICIALS
 
Chairman of Stewards: C. Warren
Stewards: B. Wright, J. Childs, W. Glass, E. Tickner & S. Borg (Cadet)
 
 
GENERAL
 
Stewards permitted the following overweights:
Race 5: Jockey J. Orman (+0.5kg)
 
 
Race 1: EMPIRE OF JAPAN BENCHMARK 70 HANDICAP  1300m
 
 
ADELAD- Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was declared fit to start. Over-raced approaching the 900m when being restrained in the effort to obtain cover. Lost its off fore plate in running.
 
BEAU WITNESS- Bumped on jumping. Raced keenly passing 1000m. Momentarily held up on heels at the 350m.
 
BEEBEE DAZZLER- Held up for clear running from the 400m until leaving the 300m.
 
BETTER BE NORDY- Bumped the inside running rail passing 900m. Held up for clear running from a point leaving the 400m until near the 250m.
 
DEPTH CHARGE- Began awkwardly. Stewards inquired into the tactics adopted on the gelding, specifically App T. Fenlons permitting the gelding to lead the field by such a notable margin.  App Fenlon advised her instructions had been to attempt to be positive on her mount and settle just off the leaders if possible, adding further that it had not been her intention to lead the field by such a margin, however after beginning well from the wide barrier and it becoming evident the gelding would be posted wide without cover she permitted her mount to stride forward approaching the 1000m, settling in a leading position on the inside running rail passing the 900m. App Fenlon stated that, at this time, her mount commenced to take charge and after attempting to obtain a shorter hold on the gelding was then unable to restrain her mount sufficiently which resulted in the extensive lead being established.  Trainer M Currie corroborated the instructions and noted he was disappointed with the gelding having established such a prominent lead in the middle stages, noting it resulted in DEPTH CHARGE’s poor finishing effort. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no significant abnormalities. Stewards noted the explanation provided by App Fenlon and Mr Currie, particularly that the instructions were consistent with the geldings usual racing pattern, and nonetheless intend to review betting records for the event.
 
TIJUANA TWO STEP- After refusing to load was declared a late scratching at 1:49pm. Prior to the declaration of correct weight, Stewards ordered that all monies invested on the mare to be refunded with the following deductions applicable to successful wagers placed prior to 149pm:
 
15cents in the dollar for the win
18cents in the dollar for the place on the winner
17cents for 2nd place
18cents for 3rd place
 
Trainer D. Baker was advised the mare mustobtain a further barrier certificate prior to again being permitted to start in a race.
 
 
HOOT 'N' HOLLER- Momentarily keen on heels leaving the 1000m. Laid in under pressure in the home straight.
 
DRAMMATICA- Momentarily keen on heels leaving the 1000m.
 
JUBAI PRIDE- Laid in under pressure in the home straight.
 
TALANA- Bumped leaving the 600m.
 
DREAM LANTERN- Race keenly in the middle stages. Laid in leaving the 600m and bumped TALANA before continuing to lay in for some distance thereafter.
 
MISS BAYLES- Began awkwardly, shifted out and bumped.
 
 
Following the running of this event the racing surface was downgraded to a Heavy 8
 
 
Race 2: A.G. RIGGING CLASS 6 HANDICAP  1300m
 
The declaration of correct wight was delayed to allow Stewards to review official footage of the start to ascertain whether PRIVATE BANKER was afforded a fair start. It was established as the start was effected, the gelding turned its head to the side, consequently beginning awkwardly and lost ground.
 
OUGHTON- Bumped on jumping. Obliged to ease from heels when tiring near the 200m. Laid in under pressure in the home straight, proving difficult to ride out.
 
CLOUDLAND (NZ)- Shifted out approaching the 200m when not fully clear of OUGHTON, which was obliged to ease. Jockey A. Mallyon was reprimanded pursuant to AR131(a) for careless riding as a result. Raced wide without cover for the majority.
 
DEVIL'S THROAT- Raced keenly in the back straight. A post-race veterinary examination revealed the gelding to have bled from one nostril in running. As this was the first such occasion Trainer M. Currie was advised the gelding would be required to gallop 1000m to the satisfaction of Stewards prior to again being permitted to start in a race under the provisions of AR79.
 
POETIC DRAMA- When asked to comment on the seemingly improved performance Trainer M Sears advised that, in his opinion, the mare was under-represented in the market given its competitive form at Listed grade last preparation, adding that the stable had supported the mare in betting. Mr Sears also noted the rain effected track was likely to the mares benefit.
 
HE'S HEAVEN- Raced wide without cover in the early stages.
 
MICRO- Began awkwardly. Raced keenly in the back straight. Bumped near the 900m.
 
QUOTHQUAN- Began awkwardly, shifted out and bumped. Raced keenly in the back straight. Bumped at the 900m. Jockey C. Graham reported the gelding travelled well early, however when placed under pressure from the 400m her mount failed to respond to her urgings and, in her opinion, did not handle the track conditions. Trainer J. Dann advised the gelding will be freshened up and concurred with Jockey Grahams assessment concerning the geldings not handling the track conditions.
 
PRIVATE BANKER- Began very awkwardly and lost ground.
 
 
Race 3: MAGIC MILLIONS TOOWOOMBA GUINEAS  1625m
 
Whilst parading behind the gates MINE KART CARNAGE reared, slipped over and dislodged App B. Wheeler who was subsequently attended to by QAS officers and deemed unfit to fulfill the remainder of his engagements due to a shoulder injury. As App Wheeler required transport to Hospital all runners were returned to the race-day tie-up stalls with the event rescheduled to run at 3:23pm. Rider replacements were made as per Stewards race-day summary. App Wheeler was advised he would require a medical clearance prior to riding again.  
 
POPE CODY- Raced wide from the 700m. Laid in rounding the home turn and under pressure down the home straight.
 
MINE KART CARNAGE- Declared a late scratching at 2:56pm after the gelding was fractious behind the barriers rearing and slipped over dislodging its rider. Prior to the declaration of correct weight, Stewards ordered that all monies invested on the gelding be refunded with the following deductions applicable to all successful wagers placed prior to 2:56pm:
 
13cents in the dollar for the win
3cents in the dollar for the place on the winner
29cents in the dollar for 2nd place
25cents in the dollar for 3rd place
 
Trainer M. Currie was advised that, given the circumstances, a warning would be placed on the gelding for its pre-race manners.
 
 
ROCKY RICH- Raced keenly in the early stages, improved onto heels near the 1400m having to be steadied and shifted wider. Raced keenly in the back straight. Laid in near the 550m and momentarily crowded SHEZA CHIQUITITA before being corrected by its rider. Bumped passing the 400m.
 
PRIDE OF SAVABELLA- Slow into stride. Laid in under pressure down the home straight.
 
SHEZA CHIQUITITA- Improved onto heels approaching the 900m having to be momentarily eased. Momentarily crowded near the 550m and bumped the inside running rail. Trainer K. Kemp reported that, in his opinion, the filly was found wanting at the distance and was not suited by the track conditions.
 
CHERRY LIPS- Began awkwardly. Raced keenly in the early stages, improving onto heels near the 1400m having to be restrained.
 
PROPOSE- Raced keenly in the early stages. Bumped passing the 400m.
 
DRACENA- Raced keenly in the early stages. Began awkwardly. Laid in under pressure in the home straight.
 
ZEPHYRZ ZOOM- Raced keenly in the early stages. After being posted wide early, was permitted to stride forward on entering the back straight and took up a leading position on the inside running rail near the 1000m. Laid out passing the 400m bumping ROCKY RICH.
 
LADY BOSSA NOVA- Momentarily held up near the 500m.
 
 
Race 4: EUREKA STUD FILLIES AND MARES BENCHMARK 78 HANDICAP  1200m
 
Due to the incident in Race 3 this race was rescheduled to start at 3:52pm.
 
EXOTIQUE MISS- Raced wide without cover for the majority. Laid in under pressure down the home straight.
 
MEMORIA- Began awkwardly. Laid in under pressure down the home straight.
 
TARA JASMINE- Slow to begin. Raced wide from a point leaving the 700m. When asked to comment on the seemingly improved performance, Jockey S. Collett advised she had expected a forward showing giving the mares first up form as well as, in her opinion, the comparative drop in class in todays event. Raced wide without cover in the middle stages.
 
SPIRIT QUEEN- Shifted wider to improve from the 450m, before being held up for clear running for a short distance passing the 400m. Laid in under pressure in the home straight. Lost the near fore plate in running.
 
PARTY SPIRIT- Began awkwardly. Raced keenly near the 1000m when being restrained in an effort to obtain a position with cover.   
 
RICH MINX- Jockey A. Mallyon reported that, in his opinion, the mare didn’t appreciate the softer track conditions. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no significant abnormalities. Trainer M Hoysted advised on 29 September that the mare had pulled up well subsequent to the event, adding that the intention would be to desist from racing the mare on rain effected tracks in future.
 
DISCERNING- Brushed the inside running rail at the 150m. Jockey J. Stanley reported the mare was not suited by the slow tempo or the softer track conditions.
 
PITAVAGO- Began awkwardly. Raced keenly near the 1000m. Held up for clear running from the 400m until approaching 300m.
 
TATTLE- After beginning only fairly from the wide gate settled further back in the field than may have been expected. Raced keenly in the early and middle stages. Raced wide without cover in the middle stages. Laid in under pressure in the home straight and proved somewhat difficult to ride out.
 
 
Race 5: MOORE TRAILERS COLTS, GELDINGS AND ENTIRES BENCHMARK 78 HANDICAP  1200m
 
Due to the incident in Race 3, this race was rescheduled to start at 4:36pm.
 
DAYTONA- Jockey M. Maloney reported that, in his opinion, the gelding had come to the end of its preparation. Trainer T. Golan confirmed that the gelding will now likely be sent for an immediate spell.  
 
RELEASE THE BEANS- Declared a late withdrawal at 2:56pm due to the track down grade.
 
BATTLEFIELD- Began awkwardly, shifted in and bumped. Held up for clear running from a point approaching the 400m until near the 200m.
 
KAVAK- Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination after arriving on course 20minutes after the required time, inclusive of blood samples, and was declared fit to start. Stewards accepted the reasons tendered by Trainer D Hansen for the late arrival and as such no further action was taken. Bumped at on jumping. Raced keenly near the 800m.
 
END ASSEMBLY- Began awkwardly and bumped, shifted out and bumped again.
 
SKYWOLF- Raced keenly near the 800m.
 
OUR MAGNUS- Raced wide from the 700m. Laid out under pressure in the home straight.
 
THIS IS ONE- Shifted in near the 800m when not fully clear of TOWN CRIER which was obliged to momentarily steady. Jockey N. Tomizawa was severely reprimanded pursuant to AR131(a) for careless riding. Jockey N. Tomizawa reported that, in his opinion, the gelding had come to the end of its preparation. A post-race veterinary examination revealed a slow recovery. Train K Kemp advised on 29 September that after discussing with connections the gelding would now be sent for an immediate spell.
 
MAYA BAY- Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was passed fit to start. Raced wide from the 700m.
 
ZHUANG SHI- Bumped on jumping. Held up from the 400m to the 300m, before being shifted wider to obtain clear running. 
 
TOWN CRIER- Bumped on jumping. Steadied from heels near the 800m before attempting to shift wider and becoming awkwardly placed between runners for a short distance.
 
 
Race 6: BARRIER REEF POOLS CLASS 3 PLATE  1000m
 
Due to the incident in Race 3 this race was rescheduled to start at 5:05pm.
 
BIOGRAPHER- Began awkwardly. Raced keenly in the early stages, becoming awkwardly placed on heels near the 800m. Continued to race keenly throughout the middle stages.
 
BOSSED UP- Began awkwardly and was slow to begin, becoming momentarily awkwardly placed on heels soon after. Momentarily held up near the 400m before shifting wider to obtain clear running. Laid in under pressure over the concluding stages.
 
DEVASTATING- Crowded for room near the 100m. Jockey A Jones advised that, in her opinion, the gelding did not appreciate the softer track conditions.
 
HIGHBAR- Bumped on jumping. Hung-in down the home straight and proved difficult to ride. Hung in near the 100m crowding runners to the inside, before being corrected. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no significant abnormalities. Trainer J King was advised a warning would be placed on the geldings racing manners as a result.
 
MEDALS- Raced keenly when momentarily awkwardly placed on heels near the 900m. Laid out near the 700m and rounding the homes turn. Raced wide without cover from the early to middle stages.
 
RUSSIAN MINT- Raced keenly when awkwardly placed on heels approaching the 600m. Momentarily awkward placed on heels leaving the 50m.
 
MASTER GEE- Momentarily crowded for room approaching the winning post.
 
RIVER NOIRE- Declared a late withdrawal at 2:35pm due to track down grade.  
 
INSTAGOOD- Began awkwardly and bumped.
 
DEVIL'S RITE- Raced wide without cover for the majority. Jockey J. Stanley reported the gelding was caught wide throughout and was not suited to the track conditions which were, in his opinion, telling factors in the geldings finishing efforts. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no significant abnormalities.
 
FIERY RING- Raced keenly in the middle stages. Crowded for room near the 100m.
 
MISS DE BLAAS- Trainer M. Kropp was reprimanded under the provisions of LR67(3) for the late declaration of rider on the mare.
 
 
Race 7: TAB TOOWOOMBA CUP  2000m
 
RED WAVE- Began awkwardly. Raced wide without cover from the 800m.
 
WARP SPEED- Began awkwardly.
 
IN A TWINKLING- Underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and declared fit to start. At the 1400m laid in and bumps HECTOR DE MARIS (IRE). Hung in throughout the event. Finished significantly tailed off. Lost the off hind plate in running. Jockey L. Tilley reported he was struck by heavy kick back clod near the 1400m which affected his visibility thereafter and as his mount was hanging in proving difficult to ride, he elected not to place the gelding under any pressure and subsequently tailed off from the 400m. A post-race veterinary examination failed to reveal any significant abnormalities. Trainer J. Bayliss advised it would now be the intention to retire the gelding. Nonetheless, Stewards advised Mr Bayliss that the gelding would be required to trial satisfactorily prior to again being permitted to start in a race.
 
CABOCHE (NZ)- Jockey J. Orman reported the gelding did not quicken as expected when placed under pressure near the 400m.
 
TIDAL CREEK- Raced wide in the early stages.
 
TAPILDOODLEDO (NZ)- Bumped on jumping. Jockey R. Dolan was found guilty to a charge of careless riding pursuant to AR131(a) in that near the 100mhe did permit his mount to shift in when insufficiently clear of OTYRAR which was tightened for room, obliged to restrained and lost its rightful running. Jockey Dolan’s license to ride in races was suspended for a period of 7 days, commencing 30 September up to and including 6 October 2024. In assessing penalty, Stewards considered his excellent record in relation to the rule as well as the degree of carelessness and severity of interference which were deemed to be in the low range. Jockey Dolan was advised of his right to an appeal.
 
NIKAU SPUR (NZ)- Raced keenly in the early and middle stages, improving onto heels near the 1000m and having to be momentarily shifted wider. Improved onto heels leaving the 1400m and was obliged to restrained and over raced for some distance thereafter.
 
OTYRAR (GB)- Slow to begin.
 
KIRKEBY- Slow to begin.
 
CHAYSE 'N' ARTIE- Began awkwardly and shifted in bumping TAPILDOODLEDO (NZ). 
 
ALVERDUN- When commencing to weaken approaching the 200m was obliged to eased when crowded by TAPILDOODLEDO (NZ) which shifted in. a post-race veterinary examination revealed the gelding to be lame in its near foreleg and a require a veterinary certificate of fitness prior to next start.
 
HECTOR DE MARIS (IRE)- Began awkwardly and shifted in. Bumped at the 1400m.
 
 
Race 8: 1EQUINE TOOWOOMBA WEETWOOD  1200m
 
YELLOW BRICK- Began awkwardly and bumped. Raced keenly in the middle stages. Raced ungenerously approaching the 1000m when being restrained in an effort to obtain cover.
 
LEGAL ESPRIT- Bumped on jumping and again soon after. Raced wide without cover throughout.  Jockey R. Maloney reported his mount never travelled comfortably in the softer going and being obliged to race wide throughout were telling factors in the finish. A post-race veterinary examination revealed a slow recovery.  
 
AT WITZ END- Raced keenly near the 900m when being restrained in an attempt to obtain cover, was unable to do so and raced wide throughout. Momentarily steadied from heels near the 150m.
 
BONAPARTE- Crowded and bumped on jumping. Momentarily crowded near the 350m.
 
MAHBABY- Crowded and bumped on jumping.
 
NED'S GULLY- Momentarily held up for clear running leaving the 400m.
 
ROCKRIBBED- Approaching the 900m, shifted in when not quite clear of YELLOW BRICK, which was steadied. App E. Lang was advised to exercise greater care. Passing the 50m obliged to shift back on heels to obtain clear running.  
 
SITUATION ROOM- Raced keenly through the middle stages.
 
WANDA ROX- Raced keenly near the 900m. Rider M. Du Plessis reported the mare was not suited to the track conditions. Trainer M. Hatch concurred with the riders’ comments. Post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities.
 
BRERETON- Raced keenly near the 900m.
 
NORTHERN EXPRESS- Trainer M. Nolan was fined $100 under the provision AR296(2)(a)(ii) for failing to amend the stable return that accurately reflected the location of the gelding. Bumped at the start. Raced keenly in the early stages.
 
THE DROVER- Began awkwardly and bumped on jumping and again soon after. Held up for clear running passing the 400m until the 300m. Near the 150m shifted out when not quiet clear of AT WITZ END, which was steadied. Jockey L. Tarrant was advised to exercise greater care.
 
 
Race 9: K&R PLUMBING SUPPLIES BENCHMARK 80 HANDICAP  1625m
 
1. WITHOUT REVENGE (GB)- Shifted in leaving the 1400m crowding runner to the inside. Jockey L. Tilley was advised to exercise greater care. Weakened from the 150m. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no significant abnormalities. Jockey L Tilley advised that his mount travelled early but when asked for an effort passing the 600m failed to respond and weakened over the concluding stages.
 
KERCHAK (NZ)- Trainer B. Ahrens was fined $100 under the provisions of LR67(1) for the late declaration of rider on the gelding. Improved onto heels near the 1400m having to be steadied. Tightened for room and obliged to steady near the 400m.  
 
TUHINGA- Crowded and obliged to steady near the 1400m.
 
HELEVA DEEL- Declared a late withdrawal at 4:47pm due to track down grade. 
 
PEPPERDINE- App E. Lang was fined $200 pursuant to LR48 for leaving the racecourse before gaining permission.  Approaching the 1300m shifted in and crowded runners to the inside. App Lang was advised to exercise greater care.  A post-race veterinary examination revealed no significant abnormalities.
 
TALK TIME- Raced keenly for a short distance passing the 800m. Approaching the 1300m, improved onto heels of KERCHAK (NZ).
 
IT'SMEMARIO- Crowded near the 400m.
 
SKATER- Began awkwardly. Laid in under pressure in the home straight. Raced wide without cover throughout.
 
SPRAY GUN- Approaching the 400m shifted out when not fully clear of IT’SMEMARIO, which was taken out onto KERCHAK (NZ) causing that runner to be tightened onto TALK TIME and steadied. Jockey A. Jones was severely reprimanded pursuant to AR131(a) for careless riding as a result of this incident.
 
 
STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY
 
Summary of action concerning licensees
 
Reprimands:
Race 2: Jockey A. Mallyon – Careless riding – AR131(a) – Reprimand
Race 5: Jocky N. Tomizawa – Careless riding – AR131(a) – Severe Reprimand
Race 6: Trainer M. Kropp – Late rider declaration – LR67(1) – Reprimand
Race 9: Jockey A. Jones – Careless riding – AR131(a) – Severe Reprimand
 
Fines:
Race 8: Trainer M. Nolan – Failure to amend stable return – AR296(2)(a)(ii) – $100
Race 9: Trainer B. Ahrens – Late rider declaration – LR67(1) – $100
Race 9: Apprentice E. Lang – Leaving without permission – LR48 – $200
 

Suspensions:
Race 8: Jockey R. Dolan – Careless riding – AR131(a) – 7 days; 30 September – 6 October (inclusive)
 
Race day injuries/illness:
B. Wheeler – Medical Required
 
 
Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses
 
Horses sampled pre-race:
BEEBEE DAZLER, POPE CODY, KAVAK, INSTAGOOD, RED WAVE, CABOCHE, NIKAU SPUR (NZ), THIS’LLBETHEONE, HIDDEN WEALTH, WANDA ROX, NORTHERN EXPRESS, AWASH
 
Horses sampled post-race:
All winners, NIKAU SPUR (NZ) & YELLOW BRICK
 
Warnings/bars:
Race 1: TIJUANA TWO STEP – Refused to load – Barrier certificate
Race 2: DEVILS THROAT – Bled one-nostril – 1000m gallop prior to racing
Race 3: MINE KART CARNAGE – Pre-race manners – Warning
Race 6: HIGHBAR – Hung in– Warning
Race 7: IN A TWINKLING – Hung in – Barrier trial
 
 
Summary of rider changes/Late notifications
Race 4- MEMORIA was ridden by App E Lang
Race 5- BIOGRAPHER was ridden by R Dolan  
Race 6- MISS DE BLAAS was  ridden by T Marshall
Race 7- TIDAL CREEK was ridden by App E Lang
Race 8- MAHBABY was ridden by N Tomizawa
Race 9- KERCHAK was ridden by App D McGilivray
 
 
Late scratchings
Race 1: TIJUANA TWO STEP-1:49pm – Refused to load.
Race 3: MINE KART CARNAGE- 2:56pm – Fractious at barriers dislodging rider.
Race 5: RELEASE THE BEANS- 2:56pm – Track conditions
Race 6: RIVER NOIRE- 2:35pm – Track conditions
Race 9: HELEVA DEEL- 4:47pm – Track conditions
 
 
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.