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Invercargill Harness Racing Club Inc

Wednesday, 23 November 2022

Stipendiary Stewards Report

Club
Invercargill Harness Racing Club Inc at Ascot Park Raceway
Weather
Overcast
Track
Good
Rail
Not applicable
Stewards
V Munro (Chairman), R Haley, B Burke, N McIntyre (Remote)
Veterinarian
Dr H J Busby
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General

General
Pre-race blood testing was carried out.

Supplementary

Wyndham HRC - Sunday, 6th November 2022
Race 8 - HERBERTS TRANSPORT MOBILE PACE
Trainer S Matheson (SUZIE ROCKS) admitted a breach of Rule 403(m)(ii) in that he failed to advise Stewards that this mare had been served since last racing. After considering penalty submissions the Adjudicative Committee imposed a fine of $100.
Winton HRC - Thursday, 17th November 2022
Race 8 - CREATION SIGNS MOBILE PACE
Stewards concluded an investigation into the tactics adopted by Driver R McIlwrick (THE DARK KNIGHT). Of particular concern to the Stewards was the manner in which Mr McIlwrick drove from the 1000m when establishing a considerable lead before weakening rounding the final bend. After considering Mr McIlwrick's explanation and taking into account a subsequent Veterinary examination which revealed the gelding to be showing signs of a respiratory infection, Stewards issued Mr McIlwrick with a warning for his lack of judgement and was advised that he must not drive in a manner which leaves himself open to query.

Summary

Swabbing
SUPERFASTSUPERSTAR, BRANXHOLME LASS, MAJOR FIRE, JOANIE MAGIC, RAKAMURPH, TWEEDLEDEE, BIZZIE LOU, I'M WATCHING YOU, WESTAR LAD
Protests
Nil
Suspensions
Race 4J Douglas (ALWAYS B THERE)
[Rule 869(2) and Whip & Rein Regs] - Using whip with more than a wrist flicking motion (3 days).
Suspended from 24/11/2022 until 08/12/2022 inclusive.
Fines
Nil
Warnings
Race 1K Franks (ACTION PACKED)
[Rule 869(2) and Whip & Rein Regs] - Using whip free of the rein.
Race 1S Ottley (TEASE MY TARTAN)
[Rule 869(2) and Whip & Rein Regs] - Using whip in a continuous manner.
Race 3J Douglas (BOOT SCOOTIN BOOGIE)
[Rule 869(3)(b)] - Manner shifted ground 500m.
Race 8K Green (TISBURY ROCKS)
[Rule 865(2)] - Presented with blinds not notified.
Bleeders
Race 3SOUTHERN STARR - Stood down from 24/11/2022 until 23/12/2022 inclusive and 1 Trial.
Horse Action
Race 1CHICK MAGNET - Ineligible Standing Starts - Stood Down 1 Trial
Race 2HERITAGE - Warned Mobiles
Race 3SOUTHERN STARR - Veterinary Clearance Required (Scope Required)
Race 4ALWAYS B THERE - Warned Mobiles
Race 4DANCERSHAVTIME - Warned Mobiles
Race 4JACCKA CONNOR - Warned Racing Manners
Race 4THE SILENT ASSASSIN - Warned Mobiles
Race 6TWO MENNY MUSCLES - Warned Stands
Race 8EMERALD ABBEY - Warned Racing Manners
Race 8TASHS BAD GIRL - Warned Mobiles
Race 9UNSURPASSABLE - Warned Racing Manners
Medical Certificate
Nil
Driver Changes
Nil
Late Scratchings
Nil
Scratching Penalties
Ineligible from 24/11/2022 until 28/11/2022 inclusive (5 days):
TAD LINCOLN

Race Comments

Race 1   SPEEDING SPUR 'NINE-TIME GROUP 1 WINNER' TROT
HOT SAUCY BETTY - trotted roughly rounding the first bend. Trainer K Green reported to Stewards that upon returning to the stabling area the mare was showing signs of muscle tie-up and has been treated accordingly by the on course Veterinarian. Trainer K Green advised Stewards on 7th December that HOT SAUCY BETTY has had its hocks treated since last racing.
TEASE MY TARTAN - Driver S Ottley was warned for using her whip in a continuous manner.
THE POWER BROKER - slow to begin. Trotted roughly at various stages throughout. Weakened final bend.
CHICK MAGNET - fractious prior to the start with the gelding out of its Unruly position as a consequence. Stood down to complete one standing start trial to the satisfaction of Stewards prior to resuming.
ACTION PACKED - held up late in the run home. Driver K Franks was warned for using his whip free of the rein in the run home.
Race 2   WOODLANDS STUD SUPPORTS S.B.S.R. MOBILE PACE
BRANXHOLME LASS - shifted up the track under pressure in the run home, having to be straightened by Driver K Green.
HERITAGE - lay inwards in the score up and was out of position at the start. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding.
IS HE WATCHING ME - raced wide early. Weakened final bend. Driver A Armour reported that the mare was making abnormal breathing noises during the race and in his opinion may have choked down. Mr Armour further advised he would be recommending gear changes prior to IS HE WATCHING ME racing next. A post-race Veterinary examination revealed the mare to have a slow recovery.
MATAI CHARLOTTE - raced wide early. Again raced wide through the middle stages. Weakened final bend. Stewards questioned Driver R McIlwrick regarding the tactics he adopted through the middle stages. Mr McIlwrick advised the mare in his opinion was best driven in a forward position. When progressing three wide in the middle stages MATAI CHARLOTTE had raced lethargically so he desisted in his attempt to progress forward electing to take a position one off the fence back in the field. Driver R McIlwrick further advised that he had difficulty steering the mare throughout.
NOWUCMENOWUDON'T - Driver B Orange could offer no explanation for the performance of the filly.
THE MATRIARCH - forced to race wider on the track briefly near the 150m. When questioned regarding this Driver M Williamson stated his chances had not been affected.
Race 3   LATHER UP 'FAST, FRESH, FERTILE' MOBILE PACE
WARRIOR EASTON - paced roughly over the concluding stages.
OH MICKY - paced roughly early stages.
BOOT SCOOTIN BOOGIE - lay inwards shortly after the start having to be restrained off the wheel of MYDADTHETERROR. Shifted ground outwards near the 500m crowding SOUTHERN STARR. Driver J Douglas was issued with a warning to exercise greater care when shifting ground.
MUCHO FUERTE - over-raced in the score up. Over-raced again through the middle stages.
SOUTHERN STARR - lost contact with the field through the middle stages. Crowded and had to be steadied when an inside runner shifted ground outwards near the 500m. Returned to the birdcage enclosure with blood present in the nasal area. A post-race Veterinary examination confirmed the mare had bled. Stood down for the mandatory period of 30 days with connections advised a veterinary clearance including the results of an endoscopic examination prior to completing a satisfactory trial would be required before SOUTHERN STARR resumes racing.
CONQUER CLARE - raced wide early. Over-raced through the middle stages. Weakened final bend.
Trainer S Baucke advised on 25 January that OH MICKY has had a wind operation since last racing.
Race 4   SWEET LOU 'A SIRE KICKING GOALS' MOBILE PACE
JOANIE MAGIC - when questioned regarding the improved performance Trainer/Driver R Austin advised that the mare had been working well and been improved by recent racing, adding he was not surprised by the effort.
SWEET NOTHINGS - lay inwards final bend and struck track markers.
DANCERSHAVTIME - lay out in the score up and was out of position at the start. Broke shortly after the start losing considerable ground. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the filly. Weakened final bend.
GIRLSHAVTIME - placed in restricted room shortly after the start when an outside runner shifted ground inwards and contacted the sulky wheel.
ALWAYS B THERE - lay out in the score up. Shifted ground inwards abruptly shortly after the start contacting the sulky wheel of GIRLSHAVTIME and broke, losing ground. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding. Authorisation of 2nd placing was withheld until Stewards had viewed replays and were satisfied the gelding had complied with the Breaking Horses Regulation. Driver J Douglas admitted a charge under Rule 869(2) and Whip & Rein Regulations in that he used his whip with more than a wrist flicking motion in the run home. After considering penalty submissions the Adjudicative Committee suspended Mr Douglas' licence to drive from the conclusion of racing today 23 November up to and including 08 December 2022 (3 days).
NORTHVIEW ROCK - over raced middle stages.
JACCKA CONNOR - shifted ground inwards racing into the first bend when not sufficiently clear of SWEET NOTHINGS with that runner contacting the sulky wheel of JACCKA CONNOR, resulting in the near side tyre puncturing and coming off the rim with the gelding being retired from the race. Stewards spoke with junior Driver T Larsen, assisted by K Larsen, regarding the incident racing into the first bend where it was established that when Mr Larsen attempted to shift down the track the gelding became difficult to steer due to the grit coming off the sulky several lengths in front of him. Mr Larsen further stated that the gelding was wearing a nose flap and under check to prevent this from happening. After hearing the evidence and viewing the replays it was evident the incident was caused by the manners of the horse. A warning was placed on the racing record of the gelding. Notwithstanding this Driver T Larsen was reminded of his obligations when shifting ground.
Race 5   AMERICAN IDEAL 'PROGENY EARNINGS OVER $178M' MOBILE PACE
HUKI FELLA - broke briefly in the score up however was in its allocated barrier position at the start. Held up early and middle stages of the run home.
JAMES GARNER - over raced near the 1800m when there was a slight easing of the pace.
Race 6   WHAT THE HILL 'SIRE OF THE FUTURE' HANDICAP TROT
The start was delayed with all runners being turned out of line due to the barrier manners of TWO MENNY MUSCLES.
SAGE TROUBLE - over-raced through the middle stages. Held up final bend.
TWO MENNY MUSCLES - fractious in the pre-race formation delaying the start. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the mare. Broke at the start losing considerable ground.
INSIST THE WIN - lay inwards final bend and struck track markers.
RUBY SEDDON - stood on the mark and was very slow to begin, losing considerable ground. Trotted roughly over the concluding stages and was unable to be fully driven out by Driver M Hill.
TWEEDLEDEE - Driver S O'Reilly reported she did not release the removable deafeners due to having the field covered.
Trainer B Gray advised Stewards on 11th April that JACCKA JAKE had undergone a wind operation since last racing.
Race 7   WOODLANDS STUD 'CELEBRATING 30' YEARS MOBILE PACE
AINT NO ANGEL - over-raced in the score up.
Race 8   DOWNBYTHESEASIDE 'MAKING A SPLASH' MOBILE PACE
NGAROMA - over-raced middle stages.
TISBURY ROCKS - Trainer K Green reported to Stewards the mare was showing signs of being in season. Trainer K Green was warned for presenting the mare with blinds which were not notified. Hampered by a breaking runner leaving the final bend.
EMERALD ABBEY - raced wide early. Broke leaving the final bend hampering trailing runners. A warning was placed on the racing record of the mare. A post-race Veterinary examination revealed no obvious abnormalities.
TANGIER TANGO - raced wide early. Hampered by a breaking runner leaving the final bend.
TASHS BAD GIRL - hung outwards in the score up and was out of position at the start. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the mare.
JAFFIE J - over-raced middle stages. Hampered by a breaking runner leaving the final bend.
SHERWOOD MAGGIE - over-raced early stages. Held up middle stages of the run home.
MAGIC SIGN - lay inwards early stages of the run home.
Race 9   BETTOR'S DELIGHT 'THE GREATEST SIRE OF OUR TIME' MOBILE PACE
RAKAJED - over-raced middle stages.
R K FINN - lay inwards and locked sulky wheels with JABALI over the final stages.
LA MOTH - raced three wide from the 900m.
FIREFOREFIDDLE - weakened final bend.
JABALI - struck and dislodged a track marker rounding the first bend. Locked sulky wheels with R K FINN over the final stages.
UNSURPASSABLE - broke entering the first bend losing all chance. A warning was placed on the racing record of the gelding.
HALEY ROBYN - lay outwards rounding the final bend. Held up early in the run home.
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