RACING QUEENSLAND

STEWARDS REPORT


Toowoomba Turf Club – Saturday, 8 January 2011

WEATHER – Fine (Heavy shower between Races 4 and 5)
TRACK RATING - Good 3 (Cushion track) RAIL - True
PENETROMETER READINGS – N/A

OFFICIALS

Chairman of Stewards – J. Perry
Stewards – J. Childs, R. Hitchener, L. Morrison, L. Arrowsmith
Clerk of Scales – Club
Judge – Club
Veterinarian – P McAuliffe
Swab attendants – J. Snell, A. Jones
Bookmakers Supervisor – D. Bishop
Starter – T. Woodham
Stewards Secretary – W. Ostrofski

SUPPLEMENTARY REPORT

From Bell meeting 1.1.11: Trainer V. Heading pleaded guilty to a charge under AR. 114 of failing to scratch BEE JAY SENZA (Race 3) and MEDICI (Race 5) by the prescribed time and was fined $300.

Race 1: TRACKSIDE PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS 1 H’CAP – 1100M
1st – Alinga Star 2nd – Spirit At Sea 3rd – Jam Tin 4th – Willhaveahundred

Track temperature: 37 degrees celsius

Trainer E. Ropiha was fined $100 under LR. 67 for failing to declare B. Richardson as the rider of WILLHAVEAHUNDRED by the prescribed time.

Correct weight was delayed to allow stewards the opportunity of viewing the patrol film of the start of the race to determine whether NOBODY KNOWS had been afforded a fair start.

NOBODY KNOWS (R. Goltz) knuckled over badly on jumping and dislodged its rider. R. Goltz was not injured in the incident and was cleared to fulfil his remaining engagements.

SAM’S CROSSING (J. Letherby) jumped awkwardly and lost ground.

SPIRIT AT SEA (N. Tomizawa) and JAM TIM (K. Banks) bumped at the start.

ALINGA STAR (B. Evans) and LA BANDERA (C. Eaton) raced wide in the middle stages.

Rounding the final turn SHUMIE GO (S. Drake) was steadied when crowded by the riderless NOBODY KNOWS.

Near the 300m SHUMIE GO shifted in and bumped FANTASTIC BELLA (K. Yoshida), and then shortly after FLAMMABLE (A. Best) shifted out slightly, momentarily inconveniencing those two runners. A. Best was advised to exercise more care in similar circumstances in future.

ALINGA STAR laid in when racing in the home straight.

When questioned in relation to the performance of FLAMMABLE, A. Best explained that his mount was a two-year-old racing against older horses, but notwithstanding that expressed a little disappointment with the manner in which the filly finished the race off. He added that the filly had pulled up well after the race. Trainer M. Webb expressed slight disappointment with the performance of the filly, however stated that the filly would derive benefit from today’s run. He stated that he would continue with the filly’s preparation, however in future races would instruct the rider to ride the filly more quietly in the early stages.

When questioned in relation to the performance of FANTASTIC BELLA, K. Yoshida stated that the mare began well, however it felt that it was not able to run a strong 1100m and in this preparation is more suited to 1000m races or shorter.

Race 2: THANK YOU TTC STAFF CLASS 2 H’CAP – 1300M
1st – Addicted To Wealth 2nd – Just A Glamour 3rd – Duke William 4th – Lonaro

Track temperature: 35 degrees celsius

Trainer M. Eggleston was fined $100 under LR. 67 for failing to declare L. Rolls as the rider of MELD by the prescribed time.

Trainer L. Richardson was fined $100 under LR. 67 for failing to declare K. Yoshida as the rider of SHOTEKA by the prescribed time.

FLEISCHMANS ROCKET (S. Drake), which was kicked behind the barriers, was examined by the veterinary surgeon prior to the start and cleared to race.

SHELDON (A. Best) and MANEROO CRUISE (W. Doyle) jumped awkwardly.

Near the 1000m KNUTE (S. Bogenhuber) shifted out and momentarily crowded MELD (L. Rolls).

Near the 550m LONARO (P. Wolfgram) shifted out and carried JUST A GLAMOUR (N. Tomizawa) wider on the track.

Near the 400m LONARO was momentarily steadied away from the heels of MELD which was taken out slightly by KNUTE.

JUST A GLAMOUR laid in when racing in the home straight.

When questioned in relation to the performance of SHOTEKA, K. Yoshida explained that his gelding never travelled throughout and was never comfortable on the racing surface. A post-race veterinary examination of SHOTEKA did not reveal any abnormality.

When questioned in relation to the riding tactics on LONARO, P. Wolfgram explained that he was instructed to race midfield and rode in accordance with those instructions. He stated that at its last start at Toowoomba on 11 December 2010 the horse had led when there was little speed in the race and it pulled hard when racing inside another runner when in front. Trainer N. Saunders confirmed the instructions and stated that this is where the gelding races best and in his opinion was its established racing pattern. Mr Saunders added that the gelding would be ridden in a midfield position in its races in future and would continue with its preparation in races over longer distances. Mr Saunders also stated that although LONARO finished 4th in the race he expressed some disappointment in its performance and would have the gelding vetted during the week and report any abnormal findings to the stewards. The explanations tendered by jockey Wolfgram and Mr Saunders were accepted, however the stewards expected the horse to be ridden consistently in accordance with its established racing pattern in future races.

Race 3: THE TOOWOOMBA TALES MAIDEN H’CAP – 1200M
1st – Dumuzi 2nd – Zing And Zip 3rd – Cappin Jack 4th – She’s Candy

Track temperature: 47 degrees celsius.

Apprentice M. O’Brien replaced apprentice T. Fujinuma as the rider of STROMBERG GOLD. Trainer P. Sexton explained that it was his intention to scratch the gelding, however after seeking advice from the owners elected to run the horse and therefore a change of rider was necessary for STROMBERG GOLD. Mr Sexton was fined $100 under AR. 175(k) for negligently allowing his apprentice T. Fujinuma to accept two rides in the one race.

SECRET CIRCUS (K. Yoshida) jumped awkwardly and lost ground.

MASSA LOMBARDA (C. Eaton) was slowly away.

Near the 800m JESSICA EMMA (S. Drake) and LITTLE FLUTE (R. Goltz) had to be momentarily steadied when crowded to the inside of EL TEIDE (J. Murphy) which was taken in by ZEDITAVE PLUS (P. Wolfgram). P. Wolfgram was advised to exercise more care in similar circumstances.

ZEDITAVE PLUS hung in approaching and rounding the home turn.

In the early part of the home straight BEMUSE (N. Tomizawa) was held up for a run behind ZING AND ZIP (K. Banks) and to the inside of ZEDITAVE PLUS.

Jockey B. Abbey, the rider of AVOCA BELLE, was fined $100 under AR. 137A(5)(a)(ii) for using the whip in a forehand manner on more than 5 occasions prior to the 100m

Race 4: XXXX GOLD QTIS 3YO MAIDEN PLATE – 850M
1st – Emma Kate 2nd – Pasada 3rd – Liberty Quest 4th – Vaulting Queen

Track temperature: 47 degrees celsius.

EXPRESS DELIVERY (J. Letherby) reared in the mounting enclosure prior to riders being mounted and was examined and passed fit to race by the Club’s veterinary officer. EXPRESS DELIVERY was difficult to load in the barrier and the start was delayed. EXPRESS DELIVERY will be required to barrier trial to the satisfaction of the stewards prior to its next start.

SAVAGE RIVER (K. Banks) and GARRISON ROSE (S. Drake) bumped on jumping.

Shortly after the start CAUSE FOR ALARM (N. Tomizawa) shifted out away from EMMA KATE (A. Best) and crowded PASADA (P. Wolfgram), TRACE OF SILVER (R. Goltz) and EXPRESS DELIVERY (J. Letherby), carrying them wider on the track.

GARRISON ROSE hung out in the early and middle stages.

SYLFIDEN (S. Bogenhuber) hung out approaching and rounding the home turn.

Race 5: 7 SUMMER OF TENNIS CLASS 5 H’CAP – 1050M
1st – Lambert 2nd – Verridon 3rd – Ulmarra 4th – Nattsukee

Track temperature: 33 degrees celsius.

STREET STALL (S. Bogenhuber) missed the start slightly.

For a short distance in the early part of the home straight VERRIDON (R. Goltz) was held up behind NATTSUKEE (P. Wolfgram) and to the inside of STREET STALL.

When questioned in relation to the performance of DULACCA JET, N. Tomizawa explained that the filly was first up from a spell today and this time in had not trialled prior to its race. He stated that DULACCA JET never felt comfortable racing on the track surface.

Race 6: SOUTHERN CROSS AUTOMOTIVE MAIDEN H’CAP – 1625M
1st – Area Fiftyone 2nd – Sheza Flashlady 3rd – Greys A Rockin 4th – Blitzed

Track temperature: 33 degrees celsius.

As apprentice S. Wiseman was ill, apprentice M. O’Brien was substituted as the rider of MEDICI. S. Wiseman was advised that she will be required to produce a medical clearance before resuming riding.

Connections of MEDICI (M. O’Brien) advised stewards that if circumstances permitted the gelding would race in a more forward position. A public announcement was made to this effect. The horse was ridden accordingly.

KILAWOMAN (K. Banks) was slowly away.

BALLINAGH (J. Letherby) missed the start slightly.

DESTINYS DAME (B. Evans) made the first turn awkwardly and threw its head up.

Near the 1200m BALLINAGH, which had overraced and raced greenly in the early stages, improved on to the heels of GREYS A ROCKIN (N. Tomizawa) and had to be checked.

Near the 950m BALLINAGH, which had continued to race fiercely, was momentarily steadied away from the heels of DESTINYS DAME which had shifted in. Apprentice B. Evans, the rider of DESTINYS DAME, was advised to exercise more care in similar circumstances.

Near the 100m GREYS A ROCKIN shifted to the outside of SHEZA FLASHLADY (B. Richardson) which shifted in.

FLYING DYNAMITE (R. Goltz) hung in when racing in the home straight.

When questioned in relation to GREYS A ROCKIN racing in a more forward position today, N. Tomizawa explained that he was advised to have the gelding race wherever comfortable and with little pace in today’s race his mount had begun better than usual and from an inside barrier he elected to let the horse race in a more forward position. He added that his gelding had a tendency to overrace in the early and middle stages.

When questioned in relation to AREA FIFTYONE racing in a more forward position than at its previous starts, and further in relation to the improved performance of that gelding, jockey P. Wolfgram explained that he was instructed to ride the gelding in a handy position and this was consistent with its position when ridden by him at its previous starts. He stated that his gelding had begun well today after having missed the start at Eagle Farm at its last start on 1 January 2011, however with no pace in the race he elected to allow his mount to stride along in a forward position. Trainer R. Nicholson explained that he instructed P. Wolfgram to ride the gelding in a forward position and these instructions had been consistent with those given in its previous starts. He stated that the gelding had had difficulty in jumping with the field and mustering early speed, however he had shown an improvement in these areas in training and was confident that the gelding could jump with the field in future races. He explained that the gelding races best when ridden in a forward position and added that when circumstances permit the gelding will race in a forward position in its future races.

Race 7: SKY RACING CLASS 4 H’CAP – 1625M
1st – Paper Weight 2nd – Just A Classic 3rd – Winger In 4th – Kunninkik

Track temperature: 27 degrees celsius.

KUNNINKIK (J. Letherby) was caught wide in the early stages and elected to progress forward.

PAPER WEIGHT (T. Fujinuma) laid out in the home straight.

When questioned in relation to the performance of DELAGO PILLI, R. Goltz explained that he raced a little further forward than anticipated as his gelding had a tendency to overrace in the early stages. He stated that his mount began to give ground from the 700m and expressed disappointment in it not being able to finish off its race. Trainer M. Fry explained that the horse raced more forward than usual today and this did not suit the gelding. He expressed some disappointment in the performance but stated that the gelding may not have been suited to the distance of today’s race and he will continue its preparation in races over a shorter distance. A post-race veterinary examination did not reveal any abnormality.


STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY

Summary of action concerning licensees

Fines
From Bell 1.1.11. Tnr. V. Heading - $300 – 2 x late scratchings – AR. 114
Race 1. Tnr. E. Ropiha - $100 – late rider – LR. 67
Race 2. Tnr. M. Eggleston - $100 – late rider – LR. 67
Race 2. Tnr. L. Richardson - $100 – late rider – LR. 67
Race 3. Tnr. P. Sexton - $100 – negligence - AR. 175(k)
Race 3. Jockey B. Abbey - $100 – excessive whip use – AR. 137A(5)(a)(ii)

Race day injuries/illness
Race 6. App. S. Wiseman – medical clearance req’d

Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses

Horses swabbed
All winners, Spirit At Sea, Just A Glamour, Zing And Zip and Sheza Flashlady

Warnings/bars
Race 4. EXPRESS DELIVERY – difficult to load – barrier trial to stewards’ satisfaction – AR. 8(t)

Summary of rider changes/Late notifications

Race 1. WILLHAVEAHUNDRED – B. Richardson
Race 2. MELD – L. Rolls, SHOTEKA – K. Yoshida
Race 3. STROMBERG GOLD – M. O’Brien
Race 4. DESERT PARADISE – G. Geran
Race 6. MEDICI – M. O’Brien


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