Stewards Report

Steward Report

Globe Derby Park – 29th November 2025

Stewards:  S. Williams, S. Ewen, S. Danaher, D. Kordick
Starter: N. Wilson
Mobile Driver: P. Butterworth
Veterinarian: Dr D. Sims
Weather: Overcast
Track: Good

Trainers with multiple runners in any one race provided Stewards with their intentions prior to the event.

RACE 1 – KEVIN & KAY SEYMOUR PACE – 1800MS

ROCKINROLL SPIRIT – Gave ground from the 800 metres to eventually be beaten 361.0 metres. A post-race veterinary examination revealed the gelding had suffered an atrial fibrillation and was stood down for 14 days, along with an ECG and one satisfactory requalifying trial, in accordance with Rule 101C(2)(a).

FRANCO LANDRY NZ – Showed gate speed to lead the event, however, driver D. Girardi elected to take a trail on the back of FRANCO LANDRY NZ near the 1400 metres. Stewards questioned driver D. Girardi regarding the tactics he adopted, in particular his decision to surrender the lead near the 1400 metres, to DON ARTHUR, as well as the fact he did not utilise the sprint lane when it became available. D. Girardi stated that believed DON ARTHUR was a good horse to follow but in hindsight it may have been more advantageous to hold the lead himself, especially considering when he did look to go into the sprint lane FRANCO LANDRY was reluctant to shift into the sprint lane, then he noticed an opening starting to present itself and went to drive into it, however, the run never fully materialised and he was unable to find a clear run over the concluding stages. D. Girardi also stated that in future, based on tonights performance, it would be his intention to hold the lead in future. Stewards noted his explanation however advised D. Girardi that horses must be driven consistently and FRANCO LANDRY is a horse that would normally hold the lead and there could be consequences if he did not place his runner in the best position to win or finish in the best possible placing in the field.

RACE 2 – LADBROKES QUICK MULTI PACE – 2230MS

STAR MAN - Had difficulty finding a clear run between the 400 metres and 200 metres, however, utilised the sprint lane when it became available and fully tested in the final straight.

SUMMERDAYS – After showing gate speed and leading the event, then being challenged for the lead, the mare tended to over-race, then tired over the concluding stages, to eventually be beaten 30.0 metres.

RACE 3 – RAY WHITE COMMERCIAL ADELAIDE PACE – 1800MS

TEMBIE - Had difficulty finding a clear run between the 400 metres and 200 metres, however, utilised the sprint lane when it became available and fully tested in the final straight.

LAST TANGO IN HEAVEN NZ – Had difficulty finding a clear run between the 400 metres and 200 metres, and never fully tested in the final straight. Stewards questioned driver D. Hill regarding the racing tactics she adopted, in particular, her decision not to move three-wide with a trail in the back straight and instead drive up between runners. D. Hill stated that in hindsight it was the right option to move wider, however, she did not want to be the first to go three wide near the 800 metres and work around the field, as she was mindful of the work LAST TANGO IN HEAVEN NZ had to do early in the race and then when she saw an opening that would allow her to run up onto the back of ALL DA RAGE near the 600 metres she thought that was the best option for her and believed she would be able to find clear running through the final turn, however, that did not eventuate. D. Hill stated that ultimately, she was disappointed with her decision making, but believed she was doing what she thought was her best option at the time, to ensure LAST TANGO IN HEAVEN NZ was competitive at the finish. Stewards noted her explanation and did not believe her drive was culpable, however, agreed that moving three-wide with a trail in the back straight was the best option to ensure she was able to have clear running in the final straight.

DELIGHTFUL TAMMY - Had difficulty finding a clear run between the 400 metres and 200 metres, however, utilised the sprint lane when it became available and fully tested in the final straight.

RACE 4 – HAHN SUPER DRY PACE – 2230MS

BALLADORO – Stewards questioned driver D. Afford, along with K. Green regarding and incident that appeared to occur as the field raced into the first turn, where BALLADORO was tightened and as a consequence contacted the near side sulky wheel of LUNCHINHEAVEN and then broke gait. After considering evidence provided from both drivers and viewing the official race replays, K. Green pleaded guilty to a charge pursuant to AHRR 163(1)(a)(iii) for causing interference, with her licence to drive in races suspended for 21 days. In determining penalty Stewards were mindful of where the incident occurred, first turn, her driving record along with her guilty plea.

LUNCHINHEAVEN – Sulky contacted when crossing down the track as the field raced into the first turn and sustained a flat tyre, consequently was retired from the event.

WEOWNA SEGRETA – Driver G. Rogers advised Stewards that the mare wanted to jump at shadows as the field raced towards the first turn and he would make the necessary gear changes to avoid it happening again. Tired over the concluding stages to eventually be beaten 52.0 metres.

MAURELN ANNIE – Gave ground from the 700 metres to eventually be beaten 251.0 metres. A post-race veterinary examination revealed a respiratory issue, trainer N. Tardio advised Stewards the mare may require a throat operation to remedy the issue, stood down to a veterinary clearance and one satisfactory requalifying trial.

CAPTAINS DREAM – Tired over the concluding stages to eventually be beaten 49.0 metres.

CLARENDEN VINTAGE – Utilised the sprint lane when it became available and fully tested in the final straight.

RACE 5 – BIANCO REINFORCING PACE – 1800MS

LOVE TO DEAL – Had difficulty finding a clear run between the 400 metres and 200 metres, however, utilised the sprint lane when it became available and fully tested in the final straight.

ROCKING WITH CHARM – As per HRSA policy for horses that are 12 years or older, underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was passed fit to run. 

RONZEL SUNNY – Broke gait in the score up and was out of position as the start was effected, taking no competitive part in the event, will continue to be drawn wide for future mobile events.

NOELS GIFT – Utilised the sprint lane when it became available and fully tested in the final straight.

LOCHINVAR RULER – At the request of connections, will be reincluded in the mobile barrier draw.

RACE 6 – 2025 SA BOTRA SOUTHERN STARS PLUS SERIES (FINAL)  – 1800MS

OAKLANDER – Tired over the concluding stages to eventually be beaten 52.0 metres.

BELLA ROMA - Tired over the concluding stages to eventually be beaten 58.0 metres.

GRUMPYPANTS GRACIE – Over-raced when attempting to take a trail on the back of MY BETTOR HALF near the 1500 metres.

FAMISHED - Tired over the concluding stages to eventually be beaten 52.0 metres.

RACE 7 – HYGAIN TROTTERS MOBILE - 2230MS

SISTER PATRICK – Refused to score up and was out of position when the start was effected, will be drawn wide will be drawn wide in future mobile starts.

TEN EAGLES – Hung in, despite the efforts of the driver, in the final straight, a warning was issued.

FEEL THE MOMENT – Raced rough for a very short distance near the 1300 metres, then utilised the sprint lane when it became available.

TAMZEN ROSE – As per HRSA policy for horses that have not raced in the past 12 months, underwent a pre-race veterinary examination and was passed fit to run. Broke gait free of interference near the 700 metres, a warning was issued.

ALDERBARAN BREE – Broke gait free of interference near the 350 metres, a warning was issued.

TRIXIE – Out of position as the start was effected, will continue to be drawn wide for future mobile starts, Broke gait free of interference near the 180 metres, a warning was issued.

RACE 8 – 2025 LADBROKES SOUTH AUSTRALIAN OAKS – 1800MS

RICKSHAWSHADOW – Driver T. Pullicino was reminded of his obligations when shifting into a position, to do so with sufficient clearance, as driver S. Hill (PERFECT GAMBLE) had to steady her drive to accommodate his movement as the field raced down the back straight on the first occasion. Tired over the concluding stages to eventually be beaten 62.0 metres.

AMIRA MARIE – Showed gate speed and led the event, however, driver K. Weidenbach elected to take a trail on the back of LET HER ROLL near the 1500 meters.

SHIRLEY NOT – Driver D. Billinger was fined $50 under Rule 162(1)(j) for failing to maintain his position on the starting gate.

PERFECT GAMBLE – Inconvenienced near the 400 metres when RICKSHAWSHADOW commenced to tire, which was racing in advance of her.

RACE 9 – BARGAIN STEEL CENTRE TROTTERS HANDICAP – 2230SS

WHISHING STAR – Led the event, however, driver K. Weidenbach elected to take a trail on the back of MY USED TO BE near the 2000 metres. Broke gait free of interference near the 1900 metres, a warning was issued.

MY USED TO BE – Worked forward to the lead as the field raced into the first turn, however, was unable to withstand a challenge for the lead, near the 1800 metres by PHOEBE ONYX NZ. Hung in contacted marker pegs near the 200 metres, a warning was issued.

PHOEBE ONYX NZ – Stewards reminded driver G. Pullicino of her obligations under rule 162(1)(x) which deals with setting an excessively slow pace, as she ran the first half of the last mile in 65.6, which for the fast class trotters’ race, borders on excessively slow. Stewards took into consideration the work Mrs Pullicino had to do to obtain the lead, in the early stages of the event, and elected not to apply a penalty.

RACE 10 -SOUTHERN CROSS FINALS DECEMBER 20 PACE – 1800MS

DONT TELL ALICE - Had difficulty finding a clear run between the 400 metres and 200 metres, however, utilised the sprint lane when it became available and fully tested in the final straight.

DASHING COWBOY – Broke gait free of interference as the field raced towards the first turn, based on its previous racing history, will be stood down until the completion of one satisfactory requalifying trial.

WHATA OPTIMIST - Had difficulty finding a clear run between the 400 metres and 200 metres, however, when clear fully tested in the final straight.

General

Stewards have directed trainer N. Tardio to arrive on course with CLARENDEN VINTAGE at a time determined by the Stewards for the geldings next 4 starts, in accordance with the HRSA “Elevated TC02 Policy”

This Report and the Stewards Comments may be amended at the sole discretion of Harness Racing South Australia (HRSA).

All Races and Betting Analysis of any Race Meeting may be subject to review.

RACE DAY SUMMARY

Pre Race Blood Test	R1 – CLARENDEN EXPRESS, BAY JIM MAJOR, R2 – THAT’S ART R3 – ALL DA RAGE R4 - CLARENDEN VINTAGE, R5 – LOCHINVAR RULER, R6 – MY BETTOR HALF R8 – LET HER ROLL R10 – PEACE OF HEAVEN NZ.
Pre Race Urine Test	Nil
Post Race Swabs	R1 – BAY JIM MAJOR, R5 - CAPTAIN FEARLESS, R6 – MY BETTOR HALF, R8 LET HER ROLL, R9 – PHOEBE ONYX NZ, R10 – PEACE OF HEAVEN NZ.
Reprimands	Nil
Fines	R8 – D. Billinger, R162(1)(j) not coming up into position – $50.00
Suspensions	R4 – K. Green, R163(1)(a)(iii) causing interference – 21-day suspension.
Stand Down / Trials	R1 – ROCKINROLL SPIRIT, Stood down 14 days, ECG examination and one satisfactory trial. R4 – MAURELN ANNIE, veterinary clearance and one satisfactory trial. R10 – DASHING COWBOY, one satisfactory requalifying trial.
Barrier Information	R5 – LOCHINVAR RULER, re-included in the mobile barrier draw
Late Scratchings	Nil