Stewards Report

HARNESS RACING VICTORIA

STEWARDS REPORT FOR SHEPPARTON

THURSDAY 24 NOVEMBER 2022

	Nick Murray Grant Adams Des Benger Jason Fino (Starter) Dr Claire Williams-Patterson (Vet)
	Track:    Good	Weather:	Fine

 

Trainers with multiple horses engaged in any given race were questioned as to the intended driving tactics to be adopted. 

 

RACE 1 – NEATLINE HOMES MAIDEN PACE (2160 MS)

The start was momentarily delayed due to an adjustment to the tongue tie of Olly Odd Potts.

Mark Buckingham, driver of Dark Lustre was cautioned for failing to have his drive in position at the start.

Athena Babe pulled hard before improving three wide during the middle stages.

Mel Thackeray, driver of the leader of the event Modern Mayhem was cautioned for allowing the gelding to shift into the sprint lane immediately prior to the winning post.

Cantseeme occupied a trailing position in the running line before progressing wider with cover over the concluding stages when failing to run on when beaten approximately 12m into 8th position. Corey Bell, driver of Cantseeme considered that the mare raced lethargically however could only offer that the frequent recent racing may have been a contributing factor for the overall performance. A veterinary examination of Cantseeme revealed no significant findings.

John Newberry, trainer of Up The Ante (1st place) explained that the gelding raced more tractably with the addition of blinkers and was aided by obtaining a favourable run in the event.

RACE 2 – JDC CONTRACTORS 3YO PACE (1690 MS)

Modern Jive hung out during the score up.

Kellys Delight paced roughly approaching the first turn.

Stewards refrained from pursuing action in relation to the sectional time requirements recorded by Modern Jive (J Laugher) when leading due to the quick first quarter and work endured by that gelding during the early stages.

Very Tempting hung in and gave ground racing off the back straight on the final occasion, galloped clear of interference resulting in All So Sassy and Barry Thomas being inconvenienced. Considering the recent record, Very Tempting was stood down from racing for 10 days and until the completion of one satisfactory trial.

Mark Pitt, driver of Rocknroll Nugget was fined $200 under rule 156(2)(a) for applying the whip in the early and middle part of the home straight with more than a wrist only flicking action.

Mark Pitt, driver of Rocknroll Nugget was cautioned for his right foot momentarily coming away from the sulky footrest in the home straight. Based on the available evidence Stewards were satisfied that Mr Pitt’s foot was not placed in the immediate vicinity of the horses hindlegs.

RACE 3 – SADDLEWORLD SHEPPARTON 2YO MAIDEN PACE (2190 MS)

The racebook failed to show Mark Pitt as the driver of Barny Bill.

Barny Bill paced roughly for a short distance of its own accord passing the winning post on the first occasion.

Kevin Weidenbach Jnr, driver of Bad Boy Carter was cautioned for tightening the racing room of Barny Bill racing into the first turn.

She Is Lovely hung out for a short distance near the 1600m and was momentarily inconvenienced as Letsgocaptain shifted out into the running line.

Yareckon Im Sweet hung out for a short distance near the 700m.

Kialla Kid pulled hard racing into the back straight on the final occasion and then paced roughly near the 500m.

She Is Lovely tired considerably over the concluding stages. A veterinary examination of She Is Lovely revealed the filly to be lame in the near hindleg and as such was stood down from racing until a veterinary clearance has been provided.

RACE 4 –ALABAR PACE (1690 MS)

Rockaria which had not raced since August 2021 was examined by the veterinarian before and after the race in accordance with HRV policy which revealed no apparent abnormalities.         

Hayjoshandco which has competed in more than 200 races was examined by the veterinarian before and after the race in accordance with HRV policy which revealed no apparent abnormalities.          

Miss Hermes was out of position at the start and will continue to be placed outside the mobile barrier draw.

Damian Wilson, driver of Chromozone NZ pleaded guilty to a charge under rule 165(1)(b), the particulars of the charge being that racing into the first turn Mr Wilson permitted Chromozone NZ to shift in from approximately three wide when insufficiently clear of Go George Go (G Bull) causing that gelding to be tightened for room, taken inwards which resulted in that gelding being checked and breaking gait and in turn Reckon Im Smart NZ (P Weidenbach) being tightened for room, being checked and breaking gait. Dallas Nikolay was also checked when following. In assessing penalty in accordance with the HRV Minimum Penalty Guidelines, Stewards took into account this was a first turn offence, primarily two horses suffered interference, Mr Wilson’s guilty plea, driving frequency and very good applicable driving record. Mr Wilson’s licence to drive in races was suspended for 10 days to commence midnight 24 November 2022.

Glenn Bull, driver of Go George Go was cautioned for driving where there was insufficient room to progress into a run between Chromozone NZ which was giving ground and Dallas Nikolay near the 400m. As a consequence, Go George Go was tightened for room and had to be checked, with Dallas Nikolay being inconvenienced.

Chromozone NZ hung in and contacted marker pegs rounding the final turn when giving ground.

Miss Hermes momentarily paced roughly near the 200m and then hung out under pressure in the home straight. A warning was issued against the racing manners of Miss Hermes.

RACE 5 -BARASTOC PACE (1690 MS)

Nathan Jack was approved as a late driving replacement for Connor Crook (delayed from Melton meeting) on Occiano.

Argy Bargy hung out rounding the final turn.

Connections of Occiano (1st place - ODM) indicated that in comparison to most recent starts the gelding scored up more tractably and was therefore able to be used mid-race to obtain a forward position. Stewards noted that at Occiano’s two most recent starts the gelding had trailed the field after galloping during the score up and prior to that start had met with interference. Swab samples were obtained from Occiano.

RACE 6 – CENTRAL TYRE SERVICE PACE (1690 MS)

Bronski Moment gave ground over the concluding stages.

Robert Walters, driver of Machavelli explained that due to the mare being best suited over short distance races for that reason he increased the tempo when leading through the 3rd quarter (28.4 seconds) however, was subsequently narrowly beaten into 2nd place.

Robert Walters, driver of Machavelli was cautioned for allowing the mare to shift out at the entrance to the home straight when activating removable gear which caused Wemade Freo to be inconvenienced.

RACE 7 – EQUINE AFTER CARE PACE (2190 MS)

Goodlookin Rooster NZ was a late scratching on veterinary advice at 9:47am.

Mach Charm which has competed in more than 200 races was examined by the veterinarian before and after the race in accordance with HRV policy which revealed no apparent abnormalities.

Realy Under Fire which has competed in more than 200 races and is 12 years of age was examined by the veterinarian before and after the race in accordance with HRV policy which revealed no apparent abnormalities.

Mach Charm pulled hard during the middle stages when a trailing position on the marker pegline.

Metro Man (3rd place) was held up for a clear run rounding the final turn prior to utilising the sprint lane.

RACE 8 – HUNTER RURAL PACE (1690 MS)

Good Feelings which has competed in more than 200 races was examined by the veterinarian before and after the race in accordance with HRV policy which revealed no apparent abnormalities.

The start was momentarily delayed due to Good Feelings requiring a gear adjustment.

Quiet Storm raced closely in behind Classie American NZ near the 600m and in doing so then lost some ground for a short distance.

RACE 9 – INTERDOM HEATS SHEPPARTON 29/11/22 TROTTERS HANDICAP (2190 SS)

Brent Thomson, trainer of Prettylilangus was fined $100 under rule 273(6)(a) for presenting this mare with the incorrect saddlecloth number.

Marengo Bay was fractious prior to the start, began badly and trailed the field throughout. Marengo Bay will be placed out of the draw in future standing start events.

Prettylilangus galloped shortly after the start and will continue to be placed outside the standing start draw.

Bad As Now trotted roughly at various stages.

Abbie galloped clear of interference near the 300m.

Alluring Tyron NZ led during the middle stages however then gave ground over the final stages to finish in 6th place beaten approximately 31.5m. A veterinary examination of Alluring Tyron NZ revealed no apparent abnormalities. Nathan Jack, driver of Alluring Tyron explained that in his opinion the mare obtained a relatively easy lead from the 30m handicap after beginning well, however gave ground over the concluding stages, was disappointing and may benefit from the run.

RACE 10 – GUARDLINE SECURITY SERVICES 3YO TROT (2190 MS)

Millee which competed at Bendigo (22/11/22) after this field was declared was placed outside the mobile barrier draw (ODM) and therefore remained in its allotted barrier (7) for this event.

A false start was declared at the first attempt due to Inmydreams galloping late in the score up and causing some inconvenience to Brookies Babe. Inmydreams will be placed outside the draw in future mobile start events. Inmydreams was out of position at the restart.

Brookies Babe galloped during the initial score up, shortly after the restart and will continue to be placed outside the mobile barrier draw.

Hurricane Jane galloped during the initial and subsequent score up, was out of position at the start and will be placed outside the mobile barrier draw. Hurricane Jane galloped approaching the 1700m and trailed the field for the remainder.

Ivar galloped shortly after the restart, trailed the field throughout and in view of the false start no action was taken.

Eddie Tappe, driver of Millee pleaded guilty to a charge under rule 159A (2) for failing to have his helmet correctly fastened, resulting in his helmet falling off in the home straight. As a consequence, the helmet contacted Pesco Pollo and was then run over by Ivar (L Sutton) resulting in its driver becoming unbalanced in the sulky. Given this occurrence, Stewards took possession of the helmet. In assessing penalty Stewards considered Mr Tappe’s guilty plea, clear prior record over an extended period as a licensed driver, previous penalties imposed in similar circumstances and the obvious safety considerations. Mr Tappe was fined $500.

RACE 11 – YOUR SOLD REAL ESTATE TROT (2190 MS)

Hi Ho Kyvalley galloped shortly after the start, trailed the field thereafter and will be placed outside the mobile barrier draw.

Cmon Carl Lee galloped clear of interference approaching the 1800m and again near the 1400m when trailing the field. Cmon Carl Lee was placed on its last chance to race truly. Nathan Jack, driver of Cmon Carl Lee reported that the gelding had lost a shoe during the event.

 

Nick Murray

Chair

 

‘This report and the Stewards Comments for this meeting may be amended at the sole discretion of the Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) Stewards as races are reviewed as per the ‘HRV Stewards Internal Review Process’.

 

Raceday Summary

Swabs		Pre-Race: Race 1 – Olly Odd Potts; Race 2 – All So Sassy; Race 3 –; Race 4 – Reckon Im Smart NZ; Race 6 – Machavelli; Race 7 – Favouritehighlight;
		Post-Race: Race 1 – Up The Ante; Race 2 – Modern Jive; Race 3 – Better Brother; Race 4 – Rockaria; Race 5 – Occiano.
Suspensions
Race 4	Damian Wilson		165 (1)(b)	10 days
Fines
Race 2	M Pitt		156 (2)(a)	$200
Race 9	B Thomson		273 (6)(a)	$100
Race 10	E Tappe		159A (2)	$500
Cautions
Race 1	M Buckingham		D/CSU
Race 1	M Thackeray		D/CSL
Race 2	M Pitt		D/CDF
Race 3	K Weidenbach		D/CT
Race 4	G Bull		D/CDWIR
Race 6	R Walters		D/CLC
Horse Actions
Race 2	Very Tempting		SD10D SD1T
Race 3	She Is Lovely		SDVC
Race 4	Miss Hermes		CODM
Race 9	Prettylilangus		CODS
Race 9	Marengo Bay		ODS
Race 10	Hurricane Jane		ODM
Race 10	Brookies Babe		CODM
Race 10	Inmydreams		ODM
Race 11	Hi Ho Kyvalley		ODM
Late Scratchings
Race 7	Goodlookin Rooster NZ		Vets	9:47am

Follow Ups

Nil

Adjourned Inquiries

Nil

Sulky Fund Claims

Nil