Stewards' Summary @ Royal Randwick

Published: 20 Aug 2016

A summary of Royal Randwick for Saturday 20th August is shown below, including Vet Notes, Penalties and Fines. For the full report, visit the racingnsw.com.au website.

Vet Notes

Grand Rouge (Race 3) – was a late withdrawal on veterinary advice at 1.10pm after the gelding broke through the front of its barrier stall and was then found to have blood present in the near-side the nostril due to external trauma.
Rather Sweet (Race 5) – was a late withdrawal on veterinary advice at 2.23pm after the filly was kicked behind the barrier stalls.
Calliope (Race 5) – the filly was a late withdrawal at 2.27pm when it became fractious, reared and was then cast underneath the barrier stalls. After interviewing starter Mr D Jeffs and trainer Mr J O'Shea, the matter was adjourned so that Mr O'Shea can consult with the connections of Calliope as to the filly's racing future and until such time Calliope will not be permitted to race.
Manaya (Race 5) – a post-race veterinary examination revealed the filly had aggravated a speedy cut to the near-hind pastern. Trainer Mr M Costa advised the Stewards that subsequent to having a three week spell after its win at Scone on 14 May 2016, Manaya had a slight setback when it had a minor viral infection, which it was treated for and had resolved itself after a few days. He added that since then Manaya had pleased the stable in its work and in particular had trialled well at Warwick Farm on 12 August 2016. Mr Costa further stated that the filly is still quite immature and the stable would now assess its further race plans and report back to the Stewards. He also undertook to report back to the Stewards the results of a full veterinary clearance in the days subsequent.

Penalties & Fines

App. D Panya, rider of Lie Direct – App. D Panya was fined the sum of $300 for using the whip on seven occasions (two additional) prior to the 100m (AR137A(5)(a)(ii)).
Ms T Wilkes, trainer of I Know So – was fined $100 for the late declaration of L Grace (LR35). When questioned, rider L Grace stated he had been instructed to take up a midfield position with cover, however when caught wide in the early stages he elected to roll forward in an endeavour to avoid covering additional ground and as a consequence raced more forward than he had anticipated.
C Reith, rider of New Divide, was found guilty of a charge of careless riding in that near the 1200m he permitted his mount to shift in when not clear of High Tec, which had improved to his inside, resulting in High Tec being taken in across the running of Star Bid, which lost its running, striking the heels of High Tec and had to be checked. C Reith's licence to ride in races was suspended for a period to commence on Monday, 29 August 2016, after the expiration of a suspension incurred on Saturday, 13 August 2016 at Rosehill, and to expire on Wednesday, 7 September 2016, on which day he may ride.
Mr T Barley, trainer of Cudabeen – was fined $200 for the late notification of winkers on the filly (AR140).

Summary of Races

RACE 1: Moraitis Communications Handicap 1400m

Pindan Pearl – as the start was effected reared and as a result lost significant ground (10L). A post-race veterinary examination did not reveal any abnormalities. Trainer Mr T Martin was advised the mare must trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards prior to its next race start. T Angland advised that during this incident he received some discomfort in his right shoulder. T Angland was examined by the Club's Medical Officer and cleared to fulfil his engagements.
Shadow Lord – began awkwardly and lost ground. Laid in under pressure in the straight and proved difficult to ride out.
Mr Entertainer – When questioned regarding his riding rounding the home turn and in the early part of the straight and particularly the reason his mount shifted to a one off position which allowed the eventual winner Super Tycoon to improve to his inside, App. A Adkins stated that prior to the running of the event he had walked the track with a number of riders and formed the view that the ground closer to the running rail was inferior. He said for this reason in pre-race discussions with trainer Mr G Allard he indicated that he would endeavour to shift off in order to secure firmer ground. He added that Mr Entertainer was able to travel comfortably in the lead and, although he was not aware the eventual winner and favourite, Super Tycoon, was positioned directly behind him, he complied with the pre-race intention and shifted off in an endeavour to find better ground. Near the 200m Pera Pera and Mr Entertainer brushed.
Torgensen – over the final 50m could not be tested when held up on the heels of Pera Pera.

RACE 2: The Randwick Mayor's Cup 2400m

Elusive Runner - refused to jump with the field and lost ground (5L). Trainer Mr J Sargent was advised the gelding must trial to the satisfaction of the Stewards prior to its next race start.
Dowdstown Charlie – over the last 300m was inclined to lay in.
Major Major – could not be fully tested over the concluding stages when awkwardly placed close to the heels of Paragon.
Lie Direct – App. D Panya was fined the sum of $300 for using the whip on seven occasions (two additional) prior to the 100m (AR137A(5)(a)(ii)).
Richard Of Yorke – rider H Bowman stated that his mount was inclined to hang in for the majority of the race and, after initially following Major Major when that runner went forward approaching the 700m, he desisted from doing so when his mount became immediately under pressure. He added he then elected to follow Dowdstown Charlie in an endeavour to improve to its inside as his mount had continued to hang in and then in the straight proved somewhat difficult to ride out due to its racing manners. A post-race veterinary examination did not reveal any abnormalities. Trainer Mr C Waller stated it would now be his intention to experiment with gear on Richard Of Yorke to attend to its racing manners. Mr Waller undertook to report back on the condition of the gelding subsequent to the race.

RACE 3: TAB Highway Plate

I Know So – trainer Ms T Wilkes was fined $100 for the late declaration of L Grace (LR35). When questioned, rider L Grace stated he had been instructed to take up a midfield position with cover, however when caught wide in the early stages he elected to roll forward in an endeavour to avoid covering additional ground and as a consequence raced more forward than he had anticipated.
Grand Rouge – was a late withdrawal on veterinary advice at 1.10pm after the gelding broke through the front of its barrier stall and was then found to have blood present in the near-side the nostril due to external trauma. Stewards subsequently ordered that all monies wagered on Grand Rouge be refunded in full and with regard to betting with bookmakers all successful wagers made prior to 1.10pm to be subject to the following deductions in the dollar on the face value of the ticket: 1st) Bootlegging less 4ȼ win and 13ȼ place 2nd) Destined To Win less 13ȼ place 3rd) Distinctive Look less 11ȼ place Trainer Mr T Robinson was advised a veterinary clearance would be required prior to Grand Rouge racing again.
Striking Lago – slow to begin.
Star Bid – C Reith, rider of New Divide, was found guilty of a charge of careless riding in that near the 1200m he permitted his mount to shift in when not clear of High Tec, which had improved to his inside, resulting in High Tec being taken in across the running of Star Bid, which lost its running, striking the heels of High Tec and had to be checked. C Reith's licence to ride in races was suspended for a period to commence on Monday, 29 August 2016, after the expiration of a suspension incurred on Saturday, 13 August 2016 at Rosehill, and to expire on Wednesday, 7 September 2016, on which day he may ride.
High Tec – near the 1100m had to be steadied to avoid the heels of New Divide when crowded between New Divide and Akiko Gold, which shifted out slightly. In this incident High Tec struck the heels of New Divide and dipped. A post-race veterinary examination did not reveal any abnormalities.
Loyal Toast – near the 900m was checked to avoid the heels of Striking Lago. Held up in the early part of the straight. Again for some distance approaching the 100m was held up on the heels of the weakening Star Bid.
Iona Nicconi – for the major part of the race travelled wide without cover. Near the 700m bumped with Lostasock.
Lostasock – near the 700m bumped with Iona Nicconi.
Squidensquizz – approaching the 600m improved up onto the heels of Destined To Win and then shifted out to endeavour to improve to the outside of that runner and in doing so made solid contact with Bootlegging, resulting in both Bootlegging and Squidensquizz (M Cahill) becoming unbalanced. M Cahill was advised to exercise more care. Squidensquizz was held up for clear running in the early part of the straight and approaching the 200m had to be steadied when disappointed for a run between Bootlegging and Destined To Win. In this incident Bootlegging became unbalanced. Squidensquizz was then held up for some distance after this on the back of Destined To Win.
New Divide – a post-race veterinary examination did not reveal any abnormalities.

RACE 4: Primo Smallgoods Up and Coming Stakes (Group 3) 1300m

Taj Mahal – missed the start slightly and soon after was crowded by Kent, which shifted in.
Divine Prophet – began awkwardly.
Thronum – inclined to lay in under pressure in the early part of the straight and near the 200m made contact with the running rail and became slightly unbalanced.
Kent – near the 200m, when racing in restricted from between Taj Mahal and Divine Prophet, laid in away from Divine Prophet and as a consequence had to be checked away from the heels of Taj Mahal.
Prized Icon – rider H Bowman was reminded of his obligation to ride his mounts out fully to the finish of the race.
Pound Sterling – rider B Avdulla stated the only excuse he could offer for the disappointing performance was that the colt had not backed up from its first up run on a Heavy (10) when successful at Warwick Farm on 3 August 2016. A post-race veterinary examination did not reveal any abnormalities.

RACE 5: Alpha Flight Services Silver Shadow Stakes (Group 2) 1200m

Cudabeen – trainer Mr T Bartley was fined $200 for the late notification of winkers on the filly (AR140).
Rather Sweet – T Angland advised the Stewards that his shoulder condition had worsened and he was subsequently examined by the Club's Medical Officer, who said he was unfit to continue his race riding engagements today. As a consequence Stewards permitted J Ford to be substituted as the rider of the filly. Rather Sweet was a late withdrawal on veterinary advice at 2.23pm after the filly was kicked behind the barrier stalls. Stewards subsequently ordered that all monies wagered on Rather Sweet be refunded in full and with regard to betting with bookmakers all successful wagers made subsequent to 2.23pm and prior to 2.27pm to be subject to the following deductions in the dollar on the face value of the ticket: 1st) Omei Sword less 4ȼ win and 3ȼ place 2nd) Bacarella less 8ȼ place 3rd) Quick Feet less 8ȼ place Stable representative Mr M Bolton was advised a veterinary clearance would be required prior to Rather Sweet racing again.
Calliope – the filly was a late withdrawal at 2.27pm when it became fractious, reared and was then cast underneath the barrier stalls. The start was then delayed some 10 minutes. when Calliope took some time to be freed. Stewards subsequently ordered that all monies wagered on Calliope be refunded in full and with regard to betting with bookmakers all successful wagers made prior to 2.27pm to be subject to the following deductions in the dollar on the face value of the ticket: 1st) Omei Sword less 22ȼ win and 13ȼ place 2nd) Bacarella less 28ȼ place 3rd) Quick Feet less 27ȼ place After interviewing starter Mr D Jeffs and trainer Mr J O'Shea, the matter was adjourned so that Mr O'Shea can consult with the connections of Calliope as to the filly's racing future and until such time Calliope will not be permitted to race.
Manaya – slow to begin. When questioned regarding the performance, rider G Schofield stated that the filly was somewhat stirred up behind the barriers due to the late scratching of Calliope. He added, that whilst he was able to obtain cover behind Baracella in the early stages, when Omei Sword shifted out slightly and Bacarella was able to obtain cover behind Zelady's Night Out, his mount was then left exposed four wide without cover. G Schofield further stated, that irrespective Manaya was somewhat disappointing in its failure to run on in the straight. A post-race veterinary examination revealed the filly had aggravated a speedy cut to the near-hind pastern. Trainer Mr M Costa advised the Stewards that subsequent to having a three week spell after its win at Scone on 14 May 2016, Manaya had a slight setback when it had a minor viral infection, which it was treated for and had resolved itself after a few days. He added that since then Manaya had pleased the stable in its work and in particular had trialled well at Warwick Farm on 12 August 2016. Mr Costa further stated that the filly is still quite immature and the stable would now assess its further race plans and report back to the Stewards. He also undertook to report back to the Stewards the results of a full veterinary clearance in the days subsequent.
Zafina – slow to begin.
Bacarella – approaching the 600m was left racing wide without cover.
Quick Feet – rider K McEvoy dropped his whip close to the winning post.
Vashka – rider J McDonald stated his mount travelled well in the run, but after striking a softer section of the track near the 600m dipped on a number of occasions and failed to run on from that point. A post-race veterinary examination did not reveal any abnormalities. Trainer Mr J O'Shea advised that Vashka had raced disappointingly previously at Randwick, which he attributed to the shifting surface. He indicated he would now look to place the gelding away from the track. Mr O'Shea undertook to report back to the Stewards on the progress of Vashka subsequent to the race.

RACE 6: Bob Ingham Show Country Quality (Group 3) 1200m

Nil report.

RACE 7: Warwick Stakes (Group 2) 1400m

Vanbrugh – slow to begin.

RACE 8: Forum Group Toy Show Quality (Group 3) 1300m

Frill Seeking – the mare was a late withdrawal on veterinary advice at 9.51am after it was found to be cast in its box. Trainer Mr M Smith was advised a veterinary clearance must be produced for Frill Seeking prior to it being required to trial to the satisfaction of Stewards before racing again.
Elle Lou – after missing the start slightly was then buffeted between Heavens Above and Satya.
Knit 'N' Purl – after beginning awkwardly was then tightened for room between Pearls and Pioneering, which shifted in.
Slots – inclined to race keenly in the early stages and making the first turn got its head up on a number of occasioned.
Satya – rider C Reith stated the instructions issued were preferably to ride the mare quiet, however if it did jump well the option was given to take up a forward position. He added, after beginning fairly, he elected to go back to the tail of the field where he followed Elle Lou in the run. When questioned as to whether there was an opportunity to improve from the 600m, C Reith stated he was reluctant to leave a trailing position behind one of the fancied runners, Elle Lou, and consequently he elected to follow that mare into the straight. He further stated that when Elle Lou sprinted he was left flat-footed and took some time to pick up, whereby it finished the race off fairly over the final 200m.

RACE 9: Sydney Markets Foundation Handicap 1000m

Rose Of Man – slow to begin.
Grand Condor – began awkwardly. Held up in the early part of the straight and had to be directed to the inside of the heels of Don't Tease Me to continue into clear running near the 300m.
Glenbawn Dame – began awkwardly. Rider B Shinn stated his mount was a little slow to begin and, after riding forward, was unable to cross Freeze The Charges when that runner held its position to his inside. He added as a consequence Glenbawn Dame raced four wide without cover and consequently gave ground in the straight. B Shinn further stated that the mare may not have appreciated the seven day backup. Trainer Mr P Robl indicated Glenbawn Dame would now be retired to stud.
Haptic – began awkwardly.
Il Mio Destino – began awkwardly and lost ground.
Felines – inclined to lay out under pressure in the straight.
Freeze The Charges – for a major part of the race travelled wide without cover.
Shahrazad – laid in under pressure in the straight.
Happy Galaxy – a post-race veterinary examination did not reveal any abnormalities.