Alice Springs (NT)
- Saturday, 05 March 2005 00:00
Start delayed when the breast plate on GO OR SEE had to be replaced. GO OR SEE proved difficult to load. Approaching the 600 metre mark RAZOR ONE threw its head in the air resenting the same coming back. RAZOR ONE shifted some ground in the final stages of the race.
1st THE TAILER 2nd RAZOR ONE 3rd FILAMONY
Race 2 – SPECIAL CONDITIONS HANDICAP - 1400 metres:
DARROWBY LIVEWIRE had to be replated in the saddling paddock prior to the race. Apprentice M MORITA was reprimanded by Stewards for weighing out without mountings on his saddle to ride ACELA. Apprentice M MORITA was requested to re-weigh. MURPHY’S LAW returned to the enclosure showing signs of distress.
1st SONG MEKONG 2nd DARROWBY LIVEWIRE 3rd ACELA
Race 3 – CLASS B HANDICAP - 1400 metres:
ON THE DESK dwelt as start effected. NORTH SKYE jumped inwards onto ADMIRAL HARRY. Jockey P DENTON reported to Stewards that his mount ADMIRAL HARRY was under pressure and not responding to his riding from the 800 metre mark. He also stated that ADMIRAL HARRY was not suited to the 1400 metre mark of the race. Subsequent to the race a veterinary examination revealed that ADMIRAL HARRY had a slow heart and respiratory recovery rate.
1st REGAL ROSE 2nd BRODGAR 3rd FIERY PROSPECTOR
Race 4 – class 4 handicap - 1100 metres:
1st CONISTON WAY 2nd ORSO 3rd SARATOGA BOY
I SCREAM stepped on his offside front plate dislodging it as start effected. CRITERIUM (NZ) raced very wide throughout the race. On return to the enclosure it was observed that SARATOGA BOY had cast his off fore plate during the run.
Race 5 – OPEN HANDICAP - 1000 metres:
READY AND GO jumped outwards and SCOTRO jumped inwards resulting in KARESHIM being tightened as start effected. Shortly after the start LE SAINT appeared to prop. At about the 600 metre mark READY AND GO had to be eased when SCOTRO shifted in. At the 230 metre mark READY AND GO faltered when he broke his nearside fetlock. KARESHIM and DOOLAM PLAYER were both badly hampered in the incident. Subsequent to the race jockey M CLYDE stated to Stewards that READY AND GO was travelling well just prior to the incident. Subsequent to the race READY AND GO was humanely euthanised by the Club veterinarian.
1st CENTURY’S GIFT 2nd RING CYCLE 3rd LE SAINT
Race 6 – class 2 handicap - 1200 metres:
AROUSER slow to begin. SPLIT DECISION appeared to race ungenerously with its head in the air from about the 800 metre mark until the home turn.
1st MY ADVICE 2nd GREIMOTA 3rd DODOMA
SWAB SAMPLES:
Post-race samples: All winners were swabbed
FINES
Trainer K LAMPRECHT fined the sum of $50 under ARR64(1) for nominating RANKS in the Special Conditions Handicap, a race that the horse was ineligible to run.
GENERAL
An inquiry will be held on 20 March into the reason READY AND GO being checked at the 600 metre mark in the Open Handicap, a race on today’s program.
Darwin (NT)
- Saturday, 26 February 2005 00:00
Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail:
True Position
Stewards:
L Lane (Chairman), J
Hamilton, R Merritt, B Merritt, M Richardson, D Merritt (Deputy
Steward)
Veterinary Surgeon:
Howard Springs Veterinary
Clinic
Number of Races: 6
Number of Runners: 39
Stakes Paid: 39,000
Riding Changes: Nil
Stewards completed an inquiry adjourned from the racemeeting on 17 February 2005 regarding GOODONYA ZIGGY. Stewards accepted the evidence tendered by Ms AWhite, trainer of GOODONYA ZIGGY regarding the stable return for that filly.
Stewards completed an inquiry adjourned from the racemeeting on 17 February 2005 into P Shiers not fulfilling his engagements. P Shiers was fined $100 under AR120 (b) in that he was unable to fulfil his engagements on ANTIOPE, CALMER KARMA, WHERE’S DA IVORY, SPIN DUSTY and CHEESECAKE at Fannie Bay on 17 February, 2005 due to being overweight and as a result was replaced as the rider of those horses.
Stewards questioned Mr B Merrall regarding the ownership details of his runners SAKANON, TIMES RIPE and MURPHY’S PRIZE as the transfers of ownership or the lease details had not been lodged prior to today. Mr Merrall’s explanation for not having the transfers/leases completed prior to today was accepted. Stewards notified Mr Merrall of the policy adopted by the stewards in relation to such matters, that being; if any horse is presented to race without the relinquishing owners having completed the appropriate documentation, stewards would consider withdrawing the horse. Further that unless the transfer/lease was completed the horse would not be permitted to start again until such time as it was completed.
Race 1 – OPEN - 1100 metres:
Near the 900 metre PRINCE RAJA had to be eased off the heels of TOP SQUIRE (B Davis (a)) which shifted in. B Davis (a) was notified that in future he must ensure he is 2 lengths clear prior to shifting ground.
Rounding the turn TOP SQUIRE had a tendency to hang out.
1st COOKE STREET (NZ) 2nd TOP SQUIRE 3rd MOOKTA’S REWARD
Race 2 – 3YO CLASS 3 - 1200 metres:
When the gates opened WITCH WAY WEST was slow to begin.
Stewards questioned P Shiers, rider of SKYY GREY which performed below expectations. P Shiers stated that the gelding had a tendency to hang out and rather than fight against it he let it move out which resulted in him racing wider than he would have liked. Further that in the straight SKYY GREY stretched out and ran on. Ms L Edwards, representing Mr A Trengrove, trainer of SKYY GREY stated that she could offer no explanation and that the gelding had done everything right leading up to the race, however it did in her opinion pull up slightly distressed. The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected SKYY GREY subsequent to the event and reported that he could find no apparent abnormality.
1st RATTLETRAP 2nd PERFORMANCE 3rd SKYY GREY
Race 3 – CLASS B - 1100 metres:
When the gates opened BOX OFFICE STAR was slow into stride.
During the event BELLO DIVISTA had a tendency to lay in.
D Bates, rider of MATABELE, which performed below expectations stated that the gelding hung out early in the race and that he had advised the trainer he believed that it would race more tractably in blinkers.
1st CHILL FACTOR 2nd MATABELE 3rd VLTAVA
Race 4 – CLASS 2 - 1200 metres:
S Ridler, rider of BEL DE FERRO, which performed below expectations, stated that the gelding may have pulled up slightly lame in the off foreleg. The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected BEL DE FERRO subsequent to the event and reported that he could find no apparent abnormality.
1st BRANDY AND ICE 2nd PETER JAMES 3rd ANTIOPE
Race 5 – CLASS 5 - 1200 metres:
Mr D Leech, trainer of PRINCE PAREE was fined $50 for failing to produce a clearance for that gelding which last raced interstate (AR59B(b)). Acting on Mr Leech’s assurance that PRINCE PAREE was clear of any embargo stewards permitted the gelding to race.
Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of RHYTHMIC STEP was fined $50 for presenting that gelding without it’s approved gear (pacifiers)(AR140(a)).
B Huppatz, rider of RHYTHMIC STEP was reprimanded for excessive use of the whip on this gelding.
1st RANKS 2nd PRINCE PAREE 3rd VIDAL
Race 6 – CLASS 4 - 1500 metres:
Shortly after the start SPIN DUSTY bumped with SHODIYM and shifted out and hampered NASH STREET.
M Abe(a), rider of SHODIYM was fined $100 for unnecessary use of the whip (AR137A (1)) on this horse when it was out of contention and showing no response.
1st RADIANT SOCIETY 2nd SPIN DUSTY 3rd SUSURRO
SWAB SAMPLES:
Pre-race blood for post-race analysis: RADIANT SOCIETY, NASH STREET, SHODIYM
Post-race samples: All winners were swabbed
Darwin (NT)
- Wednesday, 26 January 2005 00:00
Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail:
True Position
Stewards: L Lane (Chairman), J Hamilton, R Merritt, B Merritt, D Merritt (Deputy Steward)
Veterinary Surgeon: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic
Number of Races: 6
Number of Runners: 36
Stakes Paid: $35,000
Riding Changes: Nil
Race 1 – SPECIAL CONDITIONS (3) S/W - 1300 metres:
Stewards questioned B Davis (a),rider of MOOKTA’S REWARD which weakened badly in the straight. B Davis (a) stated that he intended to sit back in the field however the gelding jumped well and raced keenly in the early stages. This resulted in MOOKTA’S REWARD being used up early and in his opinion was the reason for the gelding weakening in the straight.
During the event CARL THE BULL suffered an attack of bleeding and is therefore subject to the embargoes as set out in AR53A.
1st GILDED STAR 2nd PRINCE RAJA 3rd GUNNEL
Race 2 – 3YO CLASS 1 HCP - 1200 metres:
MISS TALITHA broke through the front gates prior to the start and had to be reboxed.
When the gates opened MISS TALITHA jumped away awkwardly and in doing so bumped BLIX.
1st PERFORMANCE 2nd GAGS 3rd BLIX
Race 3 – CLASS 4 HCP - 1200 metres:
When the gates opened CALMER KARMA and PICAYUNE were slow to begin and then came together.
1st IF YOU SAY SO 2nd LUSKIN DREAMS 3rd PICAYUNE
Race 4 - WFA - 1000 metres:
Ms T Halter, stable representative for trainer B Halter who had nominated BEAU MASTER for this event when ineligible was notified that a $50 fine would be imposed for nominating BEAU MASTER when ineligible.
1st BEAU MASTER 2nd ORIENTAL TREASURE 3rd BRAVE DECISION
Race 5 – CLASS B HCP - 1000 metres:
Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of STORMY LANDING, which last raced interstate was fined $50 for failing to produce a clearance for that gelding (AR59B(b)). Mr Lamprecht further stated that he believed that STORMY LANDING was clear to race. Acting on this information stewards permitted STORMY LANDING to race.
S Ridler, rider of REEF STAR notified the stewards that his mount had a tendency to lay out.
1st ANTIOPE 2nd EYE EYE SIR 3rd BOX OFFICE STAR
Race 6 – CLASS 2 HCP - 1100 metres:
Mr B Merrall, trainer of SPRUIK, which last raced interstate, notified the stewards that he had contacted the office of the SDRA and requested a clearance for that gelding. Acting on Mr Merrall’s assurance that SPRUIK was clear of any embargo, stewards permitted it to race.
When the gates opened OUR CAMBIDA jumped away awkwardly and lost ground.
Stewards opened an inquiry into S Hillebrand (a) riding of BELLO DIVISTA. During the inquiry evidence was taken from S Hillebrand (a), L Houldsworth trainer of BELLO DIVISTA and trainer B Merrall representing S Hillebrand (a). Stewards adjourned the inquiry until a date to be fixed.
Stewards expressed their concerns to B Merrall, trainer of the winner SPRUIK regarding his conduct after the race. Stewards noted that Mr Merrall did not attend the winners stall in the mounting yard after the race and that as SPRUIK’s rider M Abe (a) was returning to scale Mr Merrall made a derogatory comment to him. Mr Merrall stated this occurred because he was dissatisfied with M Abe (a)’s riding of SPRUIK even though he had won the race.
The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected MODERN GLORY subsequent to the event and reported that the gelding was lame in the near fore leg.
1st SPRUIK 2nd MODERN GLORY 3rd RHYTHMIC STEP
SWAB SAMPLES:
Post-race samples: All winners were swabbed
Alice Springs (NT)
- Saturday, 19 February 2005 00:00
Weather: Fine
Rail: True Position
Stewards: R LENNOX (CHAIRMAN), J BENNETT, S FREARSON
Veterinary Surgeon: DENISE McEWAN
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 39
Stakes Paid: $28,8000
Riding Changes:
Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
2 | MONOLOGIST | D McINTOSH | K GLADWIN | Race book error |
Race 1 – CLASS 5 HANDICAP – 1400 metres:
SPAKATAK jumped out bumping CAPTAIN SNAADEE.
1st FIRE JOE 2nd SPAKATAK 3rd CAPTAIN SNAADEE
Race 2 – CLASS 3 HANDICAP - 1200 metres:
Mr N MOODY, trainer of SKIPPIN AND JUMPIN advised Stewards that he had advice from the horse’s previous trainer that SKIPPIN AND JUMPIN had run his best races when ridden back in the field and that he would issue his rider with those instructions today. No race incidents.
1st ORSO 2nd SARATOGA BOY 3rd PLAY AGAIN SAM
Race 3 – open handicap – 1200 metres:
READY AND GO shifted outwards shortly after the start. SOUTHERN RENEGADE raced very wide throughout the race. BRIGHT VISION appeared to strike the running rail at the 600 metre mark.
1st READY AND GO 2nd SOUTHERN RENEGADE 3rd MURPHY’S LAW
Race 4 – class 1 handicap - 1100 metres:
Start delayed when FIERY PROSPECTOR had to be re-saddled. Stewards asked jockey C MOON, rider of GAELIC DANCE who performed below expectations could he offer any reason. He stated that the mare had not raced at any stage of the race and had been under pressure throughout. He also stated that the mare had been up for a long time and maybe starting to sour. The trainer of GAELIC DANCE, Mrs L GILLETT stated that she was disappointed with the run and that she was of the opinion that the mare needed a spell and that she would be put in the paddock immediately. A veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. A blood sample for analysis was also taken. THE SNARLING DOG pulled up lame in the offside hind leg and will require a veterinary certificate of soundness before being permitted to start again. HAUNTING CHANT returned to the enclosure very distressed and agitated and recovery was very slow. A veterinary certificate of fitness to race will be required by Stewards before being permitted to start again. Trainer of FIERY PROSPECTOR, Mr W SAVAGE fined the sum of $50 under ARR140 – Incorrect Saddling.
1st HAUNTING CHANT 2nd FIERY PROSPECTOR 3rd ADMIRAL HARRY
Race 5 – 3YO CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1100 metres:
GREIMOTA slow to begin. Subsequent to the race an inquiry was opened into the reason that jockey D McINTOSH weighed out and rode BROTHER HENRY in a body protector that had been modified. Inquiry adjourned until Monday 21 February 2005 at 4:00pm.
1st MARZOTTO 2nd KAPPA 3rd SANDOVER
SWAB SAMPLES:
Post-race samples: All winners were swabbed and GAELIC DANCE
Darwin (NT)
- Saturday, 15 January 2005 00:00
Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail:
True Position
Stewards: R Merritt (Chairman), K Cook, B Merritt, M Richardson, D Merritt (Deputy Steward)
Veterinary Surgeon: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 31
Stakes Paid: $31,000
Riding Changes:
Race |
Horse |
Rider |
Replaced By |
Reason |
3 |
King Of Ireland |
M Abe (a) |
B Davis (a) |
Overweight |
Race 1 – 3yo CLASS B HCP - 1100 metres: Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of EMBOSSED was fined $50 for failing to produce a clearance for that gelding which last raced interstate (AR59B(b)). Acting on Mr Lamprecht’s assurance that EMBOSSED was clear of any embargo stewards permitted the gelding to race.
Near the 200 metres BLIX had a tendency to lay out on EMBOSSED, causing its rider P Denton to stop riding and straighten the gelding.
Mr S Clarke, trainer of EYE EYE SIR was fined $50 for nominating that gelding for this event when ineligible (AR64 (1)).
1st KAPPA 2nd PERFORMANCE 3rd GAGS
Race 2 –CLASS 4 - 1100 metres: At the start STUN GUN jumped awkwardly out onto OUR CAMBIDA.
Shortly after the start CALMER KARMA shifted in abruptly taking the running of LUSKIN DREAMS which in turn forced that gelding into OUR CAMBIDA.
At about the 1,050 metres STUN GUN began to race awkwardly and was pulled out of the race by that mare’s rider B Huppatz. Subsequent to the event B Huppatz reported that he thought the mare had broken down. The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected STUN GUN subsequent to the event and reported that the mare was lame in the near hind leg. Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of STUN GUN was notified that a veterinary certificate of soundness would be required before the mare raced again (AR8(t)).
1st RANKS 2nd LUSKIN DREAMS 3rd CALMER KARMA
Race 3 – CLASS 3 HCP - 1500 metres: As M Abe(a) was to be over his MRW, stewards permitted B Davis(a) to replace him as the rider of KING OF IRELAND. Stewards accepted his explanation as to his reason for being overweight.
In the back straight both DESERT PROSPECT and MY ADVICE hung inwards.
1st GOLD HAWK 2nd MURPHY’S PRIZE 3rd RHYTHMIC STEP
Race 4 – MAIDEN SET WEIGHTS - 1200 metres: Stewards interviewed D Bates, rider of WASN’T IT GOOD regarding the improved performance of this mare. D Bates stated that the blinkers had been taken off, a different bit had been used and chiropractic work had been used on the mare since it’s last run. Mrs L Williams, trainer of WASN’T IT GOOD stated that the change of gear had stopped the mare from hanging out and this had contributed to the improved performance.
1st WASN’T IT GOOD 2nd BELLO DIVISTA 3rd ALLSPENT
Race 5 – OPEN HCP - 1200 metres: At the start ACELA jumped out into KISSING DOWN which then shifted out onto I DO THEE WED which in turn bumped FOR RORY.
The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected I DO THEE WED subsequent to the event and reported that the gelding was lame in the off fore leg.
1st PRINCE RAJA 2nd GALVESTON STORM 3rd FOR RORY
SWAB SAMPLES:
Post-race samples: All winners were swabbed today
Darwin (NT)
- Thursday, 17 February 2005 00:00
Track: Good
Weather: Fine
Rail:
True Position
Stewards: L Lane
(Chairman), J Hamilton
Veterinary Surgeon:
Howard Springs
Veterinary Clinic
Number of Races: 6
Number of Runners: 47
Stakes Paid: $42,000
Riding Changes:
Race |
Horse |
Rider |
Replaced By |
Reason |
1 |
ANTIOPE |
P Shiers |
P Crich |
Overweight |
2 |
CALMER KARMA |
P Shiers |
S Ridler |
Overweight |
3 |
WHERE’S DA IVORY |
P Shiers |
B Davis (a) |
Overweight |
5 |
SPIN DUSTY |
P Shiers |
T Perry |
Overweight |
5 |
CHEESECAKE |
C Maloney (a) |
B Davis (a) |
Overweight |
Stewards completed an inquiry adjourned from the racemeeting on 3 February 2005 into B Davis (a) use of the whip on MATABELE. B Davis (a) was charged under AR137A2(a) in that when he rode MATABELE in the After 5 (div 2) Class B Hcp run at Fannie Bay that shortly after the winning post he struck that gelding forward of the shoulder with the whip. B Davis (a) was found guilty of the charge and fined the sum of $150.
Race 1 – CLASS 1 HCP - 1100 metres:
As P Shiers was overweight the following rider changes were permitted;
Race 1...... ANTIOPE............................ P Crich
Race 2...... CALMER KARMA............. S Ridler
Race 3...... WHERE’S DA IVORY........ B Davis (a)
Race 5...... SPIN DUSTY...................... T Perry
An inquiry was adjourned into the reason for P Shiers being overweight.
When the gates opened CHILL FACTOR was slow into stride.
1st ANTIOPE 2nd GOING STAG 3rd CHILL FACTOR
Race 2 – CLASS 5 hcP - 1500 metres:
Mr B Merrall, trainer of TIMES RIPE was fined $50 for failing to lodge a stable return for that gelding in accordance with NT56.
As there was an electrical storm in the vicinity of the racecourse, stewards delayed the start of this race and rescheduled the remaining races;
Race 2.............. 4.50
Race 3.............. 5.20
Race 4.............. 5.50
Race 5.............. 6.20
Race 6.............. 6.50
When the gates opened MURPHY’S PRIZE was slow to begin.
Near the 1100 metres CHIGWIDDEN clipped the heels of LEICA CUMNOCK which when overracing rolled in when tightened by KING OF IRELAND.
1st KING OF IRELAND 2nd CHIGWIDDEN 3rd CALMER KARMA
Race 3 – 3YO MAIDEN S/W - 1200 metres:
Mr B Merrall, trainer of DRAPER was fined $50 for failing to lodge a stable return for that gelding in accordance with NT56.
Mr B Merrall, trainer of DRAPER was questioned regarding the transfer of ownership of this filly. Mr Merrall indicated that he had purchased the filly some 6 months ago from the foreman of the fillies’ previous trainer. Further that he had only recently received the document of description and today when he brought it in to do a transfer of ownership he realised that the previous owners had not signed out. The previous owner contacted the stewards prior to the running of the race confirming that he had sold DRAPER to Mr Merrall. Acting on this assurance stewards permitted it to start.
An inquiry was adjourned into the reason for GOODONYA ZIGGY being nominated when a stable return had not been lodged in accordance with NT56.
On jumping away POLAND was tightened between EMBOSSED and JARNEE.
Shortly after the start RED BOSS bumped BLIX and knuckled.
Some strides after the start DRAPER shifted out and bumped LEGS ELEVEN.
In the straight RATTLETRAP had a tendency to lay in.
1st WHERE’S DA IVORY 2nd GOODONYA ZIGGY 3rd EMBOSSED
Race 4 – OPEN HCP - 1200 metres:
When the gates opened ACELA bounded in the air and lost ground.
Shortly after jumping away GUNNEL shifted in onto GALVESTON STORM taking that gelding in onto MOOKTA’S REWARD which then became unbalanced.
Near the 200 metres S Hillebrand, rider of ACELA dropped his whip.
1st GUNNEL 2nd MOOKTA’S REWARD 3rd GALVESTON STORM
Race 5 – CLASS B HCP - 1500 metres:
Acting on veterinary advice that EYE EYE SIR had swelling around it’s tendon stewards ordered the withdrawal of EYE EYE SIR at 5.15pm.
As C Maloney (a) was to be overweight, stewards permitted B Davis (a) to replace him as the rider of CHEESECAKE. C Maloney (a) was fined $100 for accepting rides for which he was subsequently overweight (AR120(b)).
Near the 600 metres and 500 metres STORMY LANDING had difficulty obtaining a clear run.
1st SAVNECT 2nd SPIN DUSTY 3rd RESTLESS LEGS
Race 6 – CLASS 3 HCP - 1300 metres:
Stewards accepted the explanation of Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of RADIANT SOCIETY for presenting that gelding without it’s approved gear (tongue tie) (AR140(a)).
When the gates opened RADIANT SOCIETY stumbled and almost dislodged its rider M Abe (a).
During the event WASN’T IT GOOD lost a hind plate and suffered minor lacerations to its hind legs.
Stewards questioned P Denton, rider of PICAYUNE which performed below expectations. P Denton stated that the gelding began only fairly and then raced up well until near the 600 metres at which stage he eased out slightly as he had some difficulty seeing due to the sun. From that stage onwards PICAYUNE failed to improve. Further that the gelding appeared normal in its action and appeared to pull up alright.
1st KELTLRICK 2nd RADIANT SOCIETY 3rd WASN’T IT GOOD
SWAB SAMPLES:
Post-race samples: All winners were swabbed
Darwin (NT)
- Saturday, 08 January 2005 00:00
WEATHER:
FINE
TRACK: GOOD
STEWARDS: K.Cook (Chairman), R Merritt, B Merritt, M Richardson, D Merritt (Deputy Steward)
BOOKMAKERS: 3
VETERINARY SURGEON: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic
Number of Races: 5 Stakes Paid: $ 30,000
Number of Runners: 32
RACE ONE CLASS 2 HCP – 12OO M
At the 1000 metres KELTRICK was eased when tightened for room by MODERN GLORY (B Davis (a)) which shifted in. BLUES LEGEND (M Abe(a)) and PECKJATA (S Ridler) were also tightened for room and had to be eased. B Davis(a) was severely reprimanded and notified that in similar circumstances in future he must ensure he is 2 lengths clear prior to shifting ground.
Rounding the home turn GOLD HAWK was disappointed for a clear run on the inside of PECKJATA which rolled in on several occasions.
1st KELTRICK 2nd MODERN GLORY 3rd GOLD HAWK
RACE THREE CLASS 3 HCP – 1OOO M
At the start STUN GUN jumped inwards onto NOT THIS TIME (NZ) which lost ground as a consequence.
T Perry, rider of STUN GUN was reprimanded for excessive use of the whip on that gelding (AR137A(1)).
1st HIGHER SCORE 2nd REGATTA 3rd GREYISH
RACE FIVE OPEN HCP – 11OO M
On jumping away CALIGULA and ORIENTAL TREASURE came together. Shortly after the start CALIGUA and MOOKTA’S REWARD bumped.
1st ORIENTAL TREASURE 2nd MOOKTA’S REWARD 3rd CALIGULA
RACE SEVEN CLASS B HCP – 13OO M
Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of GOLD HAWK was fined $50 for nominating that gelding for this event when ineligible (AR64 (1)).
As there was no rider available RHYTHMIC STEP was withdrawn by the stewards at 3.30pm.
At the start RUXTON jumped out onto GAGS who then moved out and bumped EYE EYE SIR.
Brendon Davis (a), rider of WASN’T IT GOOD dropped his whip at the 400 metres.
Subsequent to the event the clubs veterinary surgeon inspected RUXTON which performed poorly and reported that he could find no apparent abnormality.
1st RADIANT SOCIETY 2nd EYE EYE SIR 3rd SAVNECT
RACE EIGHT CLASS 5 HCP – 13OO M
At the start KISSING DOWN jumped awkwardly across HADRIAN.
The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected WINABULL subsequent to the event and reported that the gelding was lame in the near fore leg.
1st SPAKATAK 2nd LUSKIN DREAMS 3rd LEICA CUMNOCK
All winners were swabbed today
Alice Springs (NT)
- Saturday, 05 February 2005 00:00
Weather: Fine
Rail: True Position
Stewards: J Hamilton (Chairman) S Frearson, N Graham (Stipendiary Stewards)
Veterinary Surgeon: D McEwan
Number of Races: 5
Number of Runners: 38
Stakes Paid: $28,800
Riding Changes:
Race | Horse | Rider | Replaced By | Reason |
3 | KOSSI PRINCE | P DENTON | C MOON | DUAL ACCEPT |
Race 1 – SPECIAL CONDITIONS PLATE - 1000 metres:
When the gates opened COMPASS BOY jumped awkwardly and lost ground. On jumping away QUEEN OF THE NORTH and SONG MEKONG bumped. After the race the Club veterinary surgeon reported that READY AND GO had lost both foreplates.
1st QUEEN OF THE NORTH 2nd READY AND GO 3rd SONG MEKONG
Race 2 – CLASS 2 HANDICAP - 1000 metres:
After being loaded into the gates MOOKTA GOLD reared and went over backwards and landed on its back. At the same time ADMIRAL HARRY and SKIPPIN AND JUMPIN were kicking the back gates dislodging one of the gates. On being released from the gates MOOKTA GOLD broke away and raced off the course. ADMIRAL HARRY also broke away but was recaptured at the 1200 metre mark. As MOOKTA GOLD had galloped a considerable distance Stewards ordered the withdrawal of that mare at 3.09pm. Acting on vet’s advice the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of SKIPPIN AND JUMPIN at 3.10pm. ADMIRAL HARRY was inspected by Club veterinary surgeon and was declared fit to run. When the gates opened GREIMOTA was slow to begin. REGAL ROSE jumped out and TOP VALUE jumped in and came together. SARASON’S GIRL threw its head in the air and lost ground. RUBYRULE was slow to begin. As a result of the late scratchings the following deductions were announced: No.4 MOOKTA GOLD 20c for the win 16c for the place. No.5 SKIPPIN AND JUMPIN 19c for the win 16c for the place. After the event the Club veterinary surgeon reported that ADMIRAL HARRY had pulled up quite distressed and required treatment.
1st RUBYRULE 2nd SMARTACUS 3rd GREIMOTA
Race 3 – OPEN HANDICAP - 1400 metres:
Prior to the race M HART (A) claimed that he had been offered the ride on COOLJET (NZ) by part owner Mr K SATOUR but was subsequently advised that DAMIEN McINTOSH had been given the ride. After hearing all the evidence the Stewards read Mr SATOUR ARR8 and advised him that under that rule there would be a requirement for M HART (A) to receive a loosing ride fee. When the gates opened COOLJET (NZ) got its head up and lost considerable ground.
1st REDISON 2nd BRIGHT VISION 3rd MURPHY’S LAW
Race 4 – MAIDEN PLATE - 1200 metres:
When the gates opened GAELIC DANCE jumped out bumping DO WHAT WE DO which lost ground.
1st GAELIC DANCE 2nd DO WHAT WE DO 3rd NORTH SKYE
Race 5 – CLASS 5 HANDICAP - 1200 metres:
When the gates opened FIRE JOE jumped awkwardly. Stewards questioned G LEFOE, rider of CAPTAIN SNAADEE regarding that gelding’s run. G LEFOE said that the gelding got back down the back straight as it didn’t appreciate the sand being thrown back. On the home turn he moved out to find firmer ground and was inconvenienced by MONOLOGIST who was weakening and shifting ground. Stewards noted this explanation. After the event the Club veterinary surgeon reported that KINGS ALLEY and CAPTAIN SNAADEE both lost near fore plates.
1st PLAY AGAIN SAM 2nd FIRE JOE 3rd ORSO
SWAB SAMPLES:
Post-race urine for post-race analysis: All winners were swabbed.
Darwin (NT)
- Sunday, 26 December 2004 00:00
WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD
STEWARDS: R Merritt (Chairman), K.Cook, B Merritt, M Richardson, D Merritt (Deputy Steward)
BOOKMAKERS: 4
VETERINARY SURGEON: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic
Number of Races: 6 Stakes Paid: $ 37,000
Number of Runners: 36
RACE ONE CLASS 3 HCP – 1OOO M
Rounding the turn at the 650 metres the saddle on GREYISH slipped badly causing S Hillebrand (a) to fall from his mount. Acting on advice from ambulance officers and following discussions with S Hillebrand (a) and his master B Merrall, stewards permitted S Hillebrand (a) to continue to fulfil his engagements.
D Bates, rider of STUN GUN reported his saddle had shifted, thus affecting the manner in which he rode that mare over the last 200 metres.
1st ALTO EGO 2nd MODERN GLORY 3rd NOT THIS TIME
RACE TWO CLASS 1 HCP – 13OO M
Near the 550 metres SAVNECT (S Hillebrand) had to be eased off the heels of SHE’S A CARD causing that gelding to race wide around the home turn.
1st DESERT PROSPECT 2nd KELTRICK 3rd PECKJATA
RACE THREE 3YO CLASS 1 HCP – 12OO M
At the start GAGS jumped out onto PERFORMANCE and TAFFETA’S BEST jumped in onto PERFORMANCE.
Stewards questioned M Morita (a), rider of BLIX, regarding his riding of that gelding. M Morita (a) stated that he wanted to ride BLIX behind the leaders but did not intend to get as far back as he did. He then found it difficult to ride BLIX forward. Stewards accepted this explanation.
1st KAPPA 2nd PERFORMANCE 3rd GAGS
RACE FOUR OPEN HCP – 15OO M
At the start STUBBS jumped awkwardly.
Subsequent to the event the clubs veterinary surgeon reported that CARL THE BULL had blood in one nostril.
1st ACELA 2nd STUBBS 3rd GUNNEL
RACE FIVE CLASS 4 HCP – 1OOO M
At the start SPAKATAK jumped awkwardly, immediately after the start MY ADVICE jumped in onto SPAKATAK. Shortly after the start LUSKIN DREAMS moved out onto RHYTHMIC STEP which bumped MY ADVICE onto SPAKATAK. During this incident LUSKIN DREAMS lost ground.
1st SPAKATAK 2nd LUSKIN DREAMS 3rd RHYTHMIC STEP
RACE SIX SPEC COND (3) HCP – 11OO M
After the start CALIGULA and SIR ACADEMY were slow into stride.
During the event SIR ACADEMY suffered an attack of bleeding.
1st BEAU MASTER 2nd ORIENTAL TREASURE 3rd AMBERLIGHT
All winners were swabbed today
Darwin (NT)
- Thursday, 03 February 2005 00:00
Race 1 – CLASS B HCP - 1300 metres:
As C Maloney (a) was to be overweight M Abe (a) was permitted to replace him as the rider of GOING STAG. Stewards reprimanded C Maloney (a) for accepting rides for which he was subsequently overweight (AR120(b)).
At the entrance to the straight CHEESECAKE had difficulty obtaining a clear run between ALLSPENT and the weakening GOING STAG.
1st WASN’T IT GOOD 2nd EYE EYE SIR 3rd ALLSPENT
Race 2 – CLASS B HCP - 1300 metres:
B Merrall trainer of SAVNECT advised stewards he would instruct the rider to ride the gelding where it feels comfortable rather than ease back as it had been ridden previously.
In the straight SAVNECT had a tendency to lay in.
Stewards adjourned an inquiry into an incident which occurred after the winning post involving B Davis (a) rider of MATABELE.
1st RHYTHMIC STEP 2nd MATABELE 3rd RESTLESS LEGS
Race 3 – SPEC COND S/W - 1500 metres:
As C Maloney (a) was to be overweight and there were no other apprentice riders P Denton was permitted to replace him as the rider of KING OF IRELAND.
At the entrance to the straight VIDAL was tightened for room between LEICA CUMNOCK, which rolled out, and GUNNEL.
Mr B Merrall, trainer of KING OF IRELAND notified the stewards that in his opinion the gelding appreciated being able to roll along in front without any pressure today. At its previous start although he had instructed the rider to stride along early on that occasion KING OF IRELAND got back in the field and appeared not to appreciate the sand being thrown back.
1st KING OF IRELAND 2nd GUNNEL 3rd LEICA CUMNOCK
Race 4 – OPEN HCP - 1100 metres:
B Merrall trainer of CALIGULA advised stewards he would instruct the rider to ride the gelding back in the field rather than in the lead where it normally races.
On jumping away CALIGULA knuckled and MOOKTA’S REWARD was slow to begin.
Approaching the winning post COOKE STREET (NZ) had to be checked when tightened for room by GALVESTON STORM (S Hillebrand (a)) which shifted in. S Hillebrand (a) was severely reprimanded and notified that in future he must stop riding and straighten his mount unless he is 2 lengths clear of other runners. In deciding not to charge S Hillebrand (a) with careless riding stewards took into account his relative inexperience.
1st CALIGULA 2nd BEAU MASTER 3rd MOOKTA’S REWARD
Race 5 – CLASS 4 HCP - 1100 metres:
As there were no replacement riders C Maloney (a) was permitted to ride SALTWATER WINE 1kg overweight.
On jumping away SALTWATER WINE shifted in and tightened REGATTA in onto LUSKIN DREAMS and ALTO EGO.
Near the 800 metres LUSKIN DREAMS was eased off the heels of REGATTA which was taken in by SALTWATER WINE. When being eased LUSKIN DREAMS got its head up which accentuated the interference.
Near the 700 metres REGATTA had to be eased when tightened slightly by SALTWATER WINE.
On the home turn HIGHER SCORE had to be eased off the heels of RANKS when disappointed for a run on the inside of that gelding.
In the straight DORTMUNDER had a tendency to lay in which prevented P Shiers from riding it out in his normal manner.
Near the 100 metres DORTMUNDER rolled in resulting in the weakening ALTO EGO having to be eased
The clubs veterinary surgeon inspected REGATTA subsequent to the event and reported that the gelding had lost a near fore plate and was slightly lame.
1st DORTMUNDER 2nd RANKS 3rd HIGHER SCORE
Race 6 – CLASS 2 HCP - 1200 metres:
Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of RADIANT SOCIETY was fined $50 for presenting that gelding with incorrect gear (AR140(a))
When the gates opened NASH STREET jumped away awkwardly and lost ground and SPRUIK was slow to begin
1st RADIANT SOCIETY 2nd MODERN GLORY 3rd SPRUIK
SWAB SAMPLES:
Post-race samples: All winners were swabbed
Darwin (NT)
- Thursday, 16 December 2004 00:00
WEATHER: FINE
TRACK: GOOD
STEWARDS: L.Lane (Chairman), K.Cook, J.Hamilton
BOOKMAKERS: 3
VETERINARY SURGEON: Howard Springs Veterinary Clinic
Number of Races: 6 Stakes Paid: $ 40,000
Number of Runners: 45
RACE ONE CLASS 3 HCP – 12OO M
Mr B Merrall, trainer of FLYING CAPE was fined $50 for presenting that gelding with incorrect gear (AR140(a))
Near the 650 metres FLYING CAPE tightened STUN GUN in onto SPAKATAK resulting in STUN GUN losing its position.
M Abe (a), rider of FLYING CAPE was found guilty of a charge of careless riding (AR137 (a)). The careless riding being near the 550 metres he permitted FLYING CAPE to shift in when not sufficiently clear of SPAKATAK. As a result SPAKATAK had to be checked severely. M Abe (a) was suspended from riding in races for a period to expire at midnight on Sunday 26th December, 2004.
During the event SPAKATAK sprung it’s off side plate.
1st CALMER KARMA 2nd SPAKATAK 3rd AUTRICITY
RACE TWO OPEN HCP – 1OOO M
No report
1st BEAU MASTER 2nd ORIENTAL TREASURE 3rd AMBERLIGHT
RACE THREE CLASS 4 HCP – 15OO M
No report.
1st VIDAL 2nd GOLD HAWK 3rd HADRIAN
RACE FOUR CLASS 1 HCP – 11OO M
Shortly after the start SHE’S A CARD shifted out taking RADIANT SOCIETY out onto WASN’T IT GOOD and that mare in turn out onto RHYTHMIC STEP.
1st MODERN GLORY 2nd KELTRICK 3rd SHE’S A CARD
RACE FIVE CLASS B HCP – 1OOO M
When the gates opened BLETCHINGLY’S BEST threw its head up and jumped away awkwardly.
Near the 900 metres EYE EYE SIR was tightened for room by RUXTON which shifted in away from ADMIRAL HARRY. The interference was accentuated by EYE EYE SIR which was reluctant to race close to the rail.
1st MATABELE 2nd CHILL FACTOR 3rd EYE EYE SIR
RACE SIX SPEC COND (3) HCP – 12OO M
Mr K Lamprecht, trainer of KISSING DOWN was fined $50 for presenting that gelding with incorrect gear (AR140(a)).
On jumping away FOR RORY got its head up and jumped away awkwardly.
1st GALVESTON STORM 2nd KOSSI PRINCE 3rd MOOKTA’S REWARD
All winners were swabbed today