Waikouaiti Trotting Club Inc
Sunday, 2 February 2025
Stipendiary Stewards Report
- Club
- Waikouaiti Trotting Club Inc at Oamaru (Grass)
- Weather
- Overcast
- Track
- Good
- Rail
- Not applicable
- Stewards
- S Renault (Chairman), P Williams, M Szukiel
- Veterinarian
- Dr P J Gillespie
General
| General |
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| Pre-race blood testing was carried out. J Morrison was unable to attend today's meeting due to being unwell and was replaced on his drives as per the summary below. |
Supplementary
Nil
Summary
| Swabbing |
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| KRYSTAL DELIGHT, BROTHER JOHNSON, MARYANNE GOLIGHTLY, SWIFT DREAM, BAD HABITS, MAJOR HIPSTER, PIONEER, HELLOVEAMOMENT, HOMEBUSH LAD, WHAT A MINX, TORVI |
| Protests | |
|---|---|
| Race 2 | MADISON'S MOON (5th placing) [Rule 870(3) & Breaking Horses Reg] - Breaking in excess of 150m. Disqualified. |
| Suspensions | |
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| Nil |
| Fines | |
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| Race 1 | S Manawatu (VRILO) [Rule 858(1)(e)] - Crossing over prior to the start. Fined $200. |
| Race 6 | K Butt (DOCTOR TIM) [Rule 858(1)(a)] - Delaying the start when having to fit knee boots. Fined $200. |
| Race 10 | B Williamson (LORD FANTASY) [Rule 869(2) Whip & Rein Regs] - Using whip with more than a wrist flicking motion. Fined $250. |
| Warnings | |
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| Race 1 | J Buckland-Stevens (GLIDING HIGH) [Rule 869(3)(b)] - Careless driving striking a wheel 100m. |
| Race 1 | G Sinnamon (FORTY WIVES) [Rule 869(2) Whip & Rein Regs] - Using whip with more than a wrist flicking motion. |
| Race 2 | B Williamson (BROTHER JOHNSON) [Rule 869(4) & Home Straight Regs] - Maintain straight course in the run home. |
| Race 5 | H Sail (JACK TAR) [Rule 869(4) & Home Straight Regs] - Maintain straight course in the run home. |
| Race 6 | D Mitchell (BEACH BABE) [Rule 865(2)] - Presented with sliding blinds not notified. |
| Race 7 | R Harrison (ALMIGHTY CLEVER) [Rule 869(3)(b)] - Shifting ground crowding outside runner 100m. |
| Race 9 | C DeFilippi (BUCKSKIN) [Rule 869(3)(b)] - Shifting ground crowding outside runners 200m. |
| Race 10 | S Tomlinson (MISTY BLUE) [Rule 869(3)(b)] - Shifting ground crowding inside runner 100m. |
| Race 10 | M Williamson (SHE'S A JEWEL) [Rule 869(2) Whip & Rein Regs] - Using whip with more than a wrist flicking motion. |
| Bleeders | |
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| Nil |
| Horse Action | |
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| Race 1 | THE HIGHLANDER - Warned Mobiles |
| Race 2 | JUST CHARLIE - Ineligible Racing Manners - Stood Down 1 Trial |
| Race 2 | JUST CHARLIE - Cleared From Unruly Stands |
| Race 2 | MADISON'S MOON - Warned Stands |
| Race 2 | MADISON'S MOON - Warned Racing Manners |
| Race 2 | ROCKY IN PARADISE - Warned Racing Manners |
| Race 2 | SHARMA TROUBLE - Cleared From Unruly Stands |
| Race 2 | SMIRITI TROUBLE - Veterinary Clearance Required |
| Race 3 | LOTTIE'S LUCK - Warned Performance |
| Race 3 | ROCKCENT - Warned Racing Manners |
| Race 3 | TAIKA - Warned Performance |
| Race 4 | SIGNAL HILL - Warned Stands |
| Race 6 | HEAVEN - Warned Stands |
| Race 6 | KNOCKSHANBALLY - Warned Racing Manners |
| Race 8 | MIXED FAITH - Warned Racing Manners |
| Race 9 | ONE CHANGE - Warned Stands |
| Race 10 | MISTY BLUE - Warned Mobiles - Caused False Start |
| Race 10 | MISTY BLUE - Unruly Mobiles |
| Race 11 | MAJESDIX - Unruly Stands |
| Medical Certificate | |
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| Nil |
| Driver Changes | |
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| Race 3 | R Holmes replaced J Morrison on MARYANNE GOLIGHTLY |
| Unwell | |
| Race 6 | R Holmes replaced J Morrison on ULTIMATE COUNSEL |
| Race 7 | G O'Reilly replaced J Morrison on PIONEER |
| Race 8 | M Williamson replaced J Morrison on JIMMY CARTER |
| Race 11 | K Butt replaced J Morrison on ROYAL ROCK |
| Late Scratchings | |
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| Race 2 | SMIRITI TROUBLE - at 10.54am on veterinary advice |
| Scratching Penalties | |
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| Ineligible from 03/02/2025 until 04/02/2025 inclusive (2 days): BULLIT TRAIN | |
| Ineligible from 03/02/2025 until 07/02/2025 inclusive (5 days): SMIRITI TROUBLE, RIPTIDE, RANDEL HUSTON P, TITIAN FRANCO, CHEEKY RED |
Race Comments
| Race 1 SOUTHERN DEMOLITION & SALVAGE LTD MOBILE PACE | |
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| GLIDING HIGH - held up for clear racing room throughout the run home. Driver J Buckland-Stevens was issued a warning for striking the sulky wheel of FORTY WIVES near the 100m. | |
| CHANGEFORTHEBETA - underwent a post-race veterinary examination after returning to the birdcage with blood present in its mouth which revealed a minor laceration to the gelding's tongue. | |
| FORTY WIVES - driver G Sinnamon was issued a warning for using his whip with more than a wrist flicking motion in the run home. | |
| THE HIGHLANDER - fractious when attempting to leave the pre-race formation requiring assistance from Starting Attendants. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding. | |
| VRILO - crossed over from its allocated starting position prior to reaching the start point. Driver S Manawatu was issued a $200 Minor Infringement Notice. Over-raced early stages. Lay inwards throughout the run home. When questioned regarding the performance Mr Manawatu advised the mare races best when saved for one run however had been unable to make ground from the rear of the field. | |
| PURE COURAGE - when questioned regarding the improved performance driver A Edge advised the gelding had appreciated a drop in class from recent races. | |
| Race 2 MARSHALL TRANSPORT / TIPPLERS BAR & CAFE TROT | |
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| RONDO TROUBLE - broke at the start losing considerable ground. | |
| SMIRITI TROUBLE - late scratching at 10.54am on Veterinary advice. Stood down pending a veterinary clearance prior to resuming. | |
| STAR INVASION - broke early in the run home losing all chance. | |
| SHARMA TROUBLE - began awkwardly. Cleared from the unruly for future standing starts. | |
| MADISON'S MOON - broke at the start and continued on in a break for a considerable distance despite the efforts of driver B Orange. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the mare. Broke again near the 450m losing all chance and continued on in a break across the finish line. A warning was also placed on the racing record of the mare. Mr Orange advised he would be recommending gear changes. Stewards lodged a protest against 5th placing being awarded under Rule 870(3) and the Breaking Horses Regulation alleging the mare had broken in excess of 150m in the early stages. The connections did not contest the protest and MADISON'S MOON was disqualified by Stewards. | |
| BROTHER JOHNSON - shifted outwards in the run home. Driver B Williamson was issued a warning to make a greater effort to maintain a straight course in the run home. | |
| JUST CHARLIE - broke near the 500m losing all chance. Stood down to trial to the satisfaction of Stewards on one occasion prior to resuming. Cleared from the unruly for future standing starts. | |
| ROCKY IN PARADISE - broke passing the 1650m losing considerable ground. Broke again near the 1100m losing all chance. A warning was placed on the racing record of the gelding. | |
| Race 3 HAWKSBURY MOTORS / CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION MOBILE PACE | |
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| LOTTIE'S LUCK - lost ground passing the 1600m and raced uncompetitively. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. A warning was placed on the racing performance of the mare. | |
| ROCKCENT - broke after 200m losing all chance. A warning was placed on the racing record of the mare. Driver H Sail advised the horse had been striking a knee. | |
| MAJOR LINC - weakened early in the run home. When questioned regarding the performance driver S Tomlinson advised that despite racing parked she was disappointed with the effort and added that the gelding may be feeling the effects of recent racing. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities other than some inflammation to a knee. Stewards will follow up with connections in the coming days. | |
| ITSALLABOUTTHEMONEY - weakened early in the run home. | |
| UNICO TESSA - raced wide early. | |
| TAIKA - lost ground passing the 1600m and raced uncompetitively. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. A warning was placed on the racing performance of the gelding. | |
| Trainer B Negus advised Stewards on 7 February that MAJOR LINC has recovered well since its last start. Mr Negus added that the effort of racing parked for the majority of the event combined with the fast tempo of the race had taken its toll on the gelding. | |
| Race 4 EQUINE VETERINARY SERVICES & BELMONT PARK TROT | |
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| LA DAMA - broke after 100m hampering a trailing runner losing ground. Hampered by a weakening runner near the 500m. | |
| PRINCE RANIER - hampered by a weakening runner near the 500m. Held up early in the run home. | |
| SIGNAL HILL - fractious prior to the start causing a delay. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding. | |
| RACEY KRUSA - over-raced middle stages. Hampered by a weakening runner near the 500m. | |
| SPEEDING SPIRIT - hampered by a weakening runner near the 500m. Trotted roughly in the run home. | |
| DWINDLE STAR - weakened from the 500m hampering trailing runners. When questioned regarding the performance driver B Williamson advised he was very disappointed and was unable to provide any explanation. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. Trainer P Williamson advised he will have the mare further examined by the stable veterinarian in the coming days and Stewards will follow up the results. | |
| JORDAN ANNE - hampered by a breaking runner after 100m. When questioned regarding the performance trainer M Williamson advised the mare may not have backed up from racing on Friday night at Addington and had been unsuited to racing parked. | |
| LIVING THE MOMENT - broke at the start losing ground. Broke again near the 1300m and 400m losing all chance. | |
| Trainer P Williamson advised Stewards on 9 February that a follow up veterinary examination of DWINDLE STAR had revealed no apparent abnormalities and the mare would now be retired as a racing proposition from his stable. | |
| Race 5 O'CONNELL FAMILY / MURPHY FAMILY WAIKOUAITI MOBILE PACE | |
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| DON JUAN - held up early in the run home. | |
| JACK TAR - shifted outwards in the run home. Driver H Sail was issued a warning to make a greater effort to maintain a straight course in the run home. | |
| JAY R TOLKIEN - broke after 150m losing ground. Authorisation of 4th placing was withheld until Stewards were satisfied the gelding had complied with the Breaking Horses Regulation in the early stages. | |
| CHAL VEE POWER - over-raced early and middle stages. Weakened early in the run home. Driver S Thornley advised that the off side hopple shortener became entangled around a side carrier after being activated. | |
| MELODY BANNER - broke leaving the final bend losing ground. Paced roughly in the run home. | |
| Race 6 WILBUR ELLIS NZ LTD / CUTLERS REAL ESTATE PACE | |
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| The start was delayed due to DOCTOR TIM requiring knee boots to be fitted. Driver K Butt acting as agent for trainer M House was issued a $200 Minor Infringement Notice for delaying the start. | |
| HEAVEN - broke at the start losing ground. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding. Hampered by a breaking runner near the 1650m. Held up for the majority of the run home. | |
| HE'S A BAY - broke at the start losing ground. Over-raced middle stages. Had difficulty obtaining clear racing room throughout the run home. | |
| APATCHOFGOLD - fractious prior to the start and began awkwardly. Raced wide early. | |
| DOCTOR TIM - hampered by a breaking runner near the 1650m. | |
| STORMY VISTA - raced wide early. | |
| BEACH BABE - trainer D Mitchell was issued a warning for presenting the mare to race with sliding blinds which had not been notified. Hampered by a breaking runner near the 1650m. | |
| KNOCKSHANBALLY - broke after racing over the crossing near the 1650m hampering trailing runners losing all chance. A warning was placed on the racing record of the gelding. | |
| KELTIC TIGER - hampered by a breaking runner near the 1650m. | |
| Race 7 CUSTOM FENCING / SBT MARKETING MOBILE PACE | |
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| ALMIGHTY CLEVER - held up early and middle stages of the run home. Driver R Harrison was issued a warning to exercise greater care when shifting ground near the 100m after placing an outside runner in restricted room. | |
| SAMVASA - over-raced middle stages. | |
| FOLLOW ME FANTASY - held up early and middle stages of the run home. | |
| LORTON VALE - raced wide early. | |
| HOPE FOR LOVE - raced wide early. | |
| MATAI HARRY - paced roughly passing the 200m. | |
| SIDOROVA - placed in restricted room passing the 100m when an inside runner shifted ground outwards. | |
| Race 8 EDINBURGH REALTY LTD WAIKOUAITI TROTTERS CUP (HANDICAP TROT) | |
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| There was a delay to the start when a member of the public required assistance from St John Ambulance personnel. | |
| AVEROSS MAJESTY - held up early in the run home. Driver D O'Connell advised he was unable to activate the removable deafeners due to the cord becoming entangled. | |
| MIXED FAITH - broke near the 200m losing all chance. A warning was placed on the racing record of the mare. | |
| DOMINATION'S CALL - weakened in the run home. When questioned regarding the performance driver K Tomlinson could only advise that the gelding may not have backed up from its last start at Riverton on 26 January. | |
| Race 9 TEMUKA TRANSPORT WAIKOUAITI PACERS CUP (HANDICAP PACE) | |
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| BUCKSKIN - held up early in the run home. Driver C DeFilippi was issued a warning to exercise greater care when shifting ground passing the 200m after briefly hampering outside runners. | |
| WINNYZBACK - broke at the start losing ground. Held up middle stages of the run home. | |
| STILL ROCKIN - fractious prior to the start. Began awkwardly and broke briefly at the start. Briefly hampered by an inside runner passing the 200m. | |
| COMMANDER BEN - broke briefly at the start. Briefly hampered by an inside runner passing the 200m. | |
| ONE CHANGE - fractious prior to the start. Broke at the start losing ground. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding. | |
| Race 10 G K FYFE PAINTING MOBILE PACE | |
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| A false start was declared when MISTY BLUE broke late in the score up hampering trailing runners. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the mare. Driver S Tomlinson elected to shift to the unruly position for the restart where the mare will remain for future mobile starts. | |
| MISTY BLUE - had difficulty obtaining clear racing room until late in the run home. Driver S Tomlinson was issued a warning to exercise greater care when shifting ground passing the 100m after crowding an inside runner. | |
| SHE'S A JEWEL - driver M Williamson was issued a warning for using his whip with more than a wrist flicking motion in the run home. | |
| EZRA THE SCRIBE - over-raced in the early stages when being restrained to obtain cover. Continued to over-race through the middle stages. | |
| SARGENT BEST - crowded by an outside runner passing the 100m. | |
| LORD FANTASY - raced wide until reaching the parked position near the 1400m. Driver B Williamson defended a breach of Rule 869(2) and the Whip and Rein Regulations alleging that he used his whip with more than a wrist flicking motion in the run home. After viewing the replays and hearing evidence from Stewards and Mr Williamson the Adjudicative Committee found the charge proved and imposed a fine of $250. | |
| HIT THE LIGHTS - raced wide early. Hung inwards and paced roughly rounding the final bend. | |
| SINAI SERMON - raced wide from the 700m. | |
| Race 11 McLELLAN FREIGHT LTD TROT | |
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| BRIAN BEATT - over-raced middle stages. Driver K Tomlinson's foot briefly slipped from the sulky footrest near the 150m. | |
| MAJESDIX - began awkwardly and broke shortly after the start losing ground. Placed on the unruly for future standing starts. | |
| MILES AWAY - held up early and middle stages of the run home. | |
| ONE MHOR FOR HEATHER - held up early in the run home. | |
| GRANNY ROSE - raced wide until reaching the parked position near the 1300m. Weakened in the run home. | |
| ROYAL ROCK - over-raced middle stages. Held up until late in the run home. | |
| FLORENCE THE MACHINE - broke shortly after the start losing ground. Over-raced middle stages. Held up early and middle stages of the run home. | |