Stewards Report
Gloucester Park 22/03/2024
Stewards: B. Lewis, R. Mance (MT), C Brown (SR-H/E), R. Harrod (SR), M Thomas (200).
Starters: K Bailey (Starter/Gear), K Reeves (Driver/Brands)
Veterinary Surgeons: Drs M McGregor, E Vidler
Weather: Fine
Track: Good
Trainers with multiple runners in any one race were questioned in relation to their intended tactics.
RACE 1 – SPECIALISED EQUIPMENT FUNDING SOLUTIONS (SEFS) PACE (2130MS)
ALTA QUEEN (K Symington) – Broke gait in the early stages of the score up and lost ground and was consequently out of position at the start. The mare will now be placed out of the draw for future mobile events.
MADDY ROCKS (E Suvaljko) – When questioned in relation to the mare’s apparent improved performance, Trainer Mr K Nolan stated that the mare had been suited by settling off the speed with cover on the peg line and with the increased pace compared to its prior start was able to finish off the race strongly.
RACE 2 – SEFS - THE ASSET FINANCE SPECIALISTS PACE (1730MS)
LAMANDIER (M Brown) – When interviewed in relation to the driving tactics adopted in challenging for the lead and establishing a fast pace through the early stages, Driver M Brown stated that from her assessment of the race, the gelding’s best opportunity was to attempt to lead and she therefore challenged ADDA SPOILT MAJOR (S Suvaljko) for that position, however was unsuccessful and consequently was left racing to its outside without cover to which it was unsuited.
RACE 3 – SEFS - YOU NAME IT, WE FUND IT PACE (2130MS)
No racing incidents to report.
RACE 4 – SEFSOLUTIONS.COM.AU FFA PACE (2130MS)
No racing incidents to report.
RACE 5 – SEFS PREUX CHEVALIER 4YO CLASSIC (G3) PACE (2536MS)
HOTLY PURSUED (K Harper) – Driver K Harper was fined $100 under HR162(1)(i) for failing to be in the correct position by the candy pole.
RACE 6 – WA FOTON DIESEL AT CATALANO CONDITIONED PACE (2503SS)
HECTOR NZ (M Miller) – Galloped out. A warning was issued against the gelding’s starting manner.
MISTER MONTBLANC (S Suvaljko) – Galloped out. To continue to remain out of the draw for future standing start events.
STEEL THE SHOW NZ (D Roberts) – Galloped out. A warning was issued against the gelding’s starting manner.
MIDDLEPAGE (L Harper) – Slow to begin and lost ground. A warning was issued against the gelding’s starting manner.
RACE 7 – CATALANOTRUCKS.COM.AU PACE (2130MS)
No racing incidents to report.
RACE 8 – CATALANO TRUCK & EQUIPMENT SALES - UGGA DUGGA PACE (2130MS)
No racing incidents to report.
RACE 9 - CATALANO TRUCK & EQUIPMENT SALES - YOUR ONE STOP SHOP PACE (2130MS)
MADDY MADDY (T Wheeler) – Broke gait in the front straight on the first occasion and took no competitive part in the event thereafter. The mare will now be stood down from racing for 6 days and until the completion of a satisfactory re-qualifying trial.
EUSTON FLYER (C Lewis) – Inconvenienced in the front straight on the first occasion.
JUSTLIKE TURBO (C Suvaljko) – Inconvenienced in the front straight on the first occasion.
Gear Change: JUSTLIKETURBO - Hood off, raced in an open bridle. Trainer Mr R Abercromby was fined $50 under HR273(6)(b) for presenting the gelding to race without its approved gear.
RACE 10 - CATALANO TRUCK & EQUIPMENT SALES - SALES SERVICE FINANCE 3YO FILLIES PACE (2130MS)
COPY CAT QUEEN (A De Campo) – Out of position at the start. Driver A De Campo was cautioned and told he must make a greater attempt to be in the correct position at the start in future or further action may be taken against him.
LUNETTA (C Suvaljko) – Gave ground from the 500m. A post-race veterinary examination revealed the filly was slow to recover. Due to the poor performance, is now stood down from racing for 6 days and until the completion of a satisfactory re-qualifying trial.
RACEDAY SUMMARY
Swabs |
The following horses were selected for pre-race blood samples: THREE RUMOURS, BURGHLEY SHARD, FEELING ACES, HOPPYS WAY NZ, THE MIKI TAKER, FINVARRA, HAMPTON BANNER, TENZING BROMAC, ALL IS WELL, HOTLY PURSUED, NEVER ENDING, HECTOR, SHEHADI, LUKE ATTACK, WATER LOU. Post Race: All winners & R5 -HOTLY PURSUED |
Fines |
Race 1 – Driver D Roberts - $50 – HR135(1) - Presenting late to the parade area. Race 5 – Driver K Harper - $100 - HR162(1)(i) – Not in position at candy pole. Race 9 – Trainer R Abercromby - $50 - HR273(6)(b) – Presenting JUSTLIKETURBO without its approved gear. |
Stand Down/Trials |
Race 9 - MADDY MADDY – 6 Days and 1 Trial – Broke gait Race 10 - LUNETTA – 6 Days and 1 Trial – Poor performance |
Barrier Information |
Race 1 - ALTA QUEEN – ODM - Broke in score up. |
Scratchings |
Race 2 – AMERICAN BULLITT – 0 Days – Fire - evacuated from stables. Race 5 – CALLMEWHATUWANT – 14 Days – Offside front hoof abscess Race 7 – IDEAL TOMADO NZ – 14 Days – Abrasion to eye |
Brad Lewis
Chief Steward Thoroughbred & Harness
This may not be the final report of the meeting as all races are reviewed.