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NZ Metropolitan Trotting Club Inc

Sunday, 8 June 2025

Stipendiary Stewards Report

Club
NZ Metropolitan Trotting Club Inc at Addington Raceway
Weather
Overcast/Raining
Track
Easy
Rail
Not applicable
Stewards
M Sole (Chairman), P Williams, S Renault, K Carston
Veterinarian
Dr A A Corser
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General

General
Pre-race blood and hair testing was carried out.

J Young-Grant advised Stewards she was unable to attend today's meeting due to being unwell and was replaced on her drive in Race 6 as per the summary below. Mrs Young-Grant is required to supply a medical clearance prior to resuming driving.

Trainers were directed to affix mudguards to their sulkies.

Supplementary

Ashburton TC - Sunday, 1st June 2025
Race 10 - S.I.D.C. SOCIAL CLUB FILLIES & MARES MOBILE TROT
Drivers B Munro (YOSEMITE) and R May (ROYAL DIEDRE) were both advised to exercise greater care when shifting ground inwards racing into the first bend.

Summary

Swabbing
SEE NO EVIL, BETTERTHANDIVA, INTERRORGATOR, BONNIE BAGRIE, LA BAMBA, ASPIRATIONAL DREAM, RENA, STAR MAGIC, LOTTIE'S MOMENT, STEPHS BOY
Protests
Nil
Suspensions
Nil
Fines
Race 4W House (MODE)
[Rule 858(1)(a)] - Delaying the start by taking an extra circle. Fined $200.
Warnings
Race 6D Taylor (BODACIOUS)
[Rule Mudguards Regulation] - Failing to affix mudguards.
Race 6G Telfer (SPANISH PRINCESS)
[Rule Mudguards Regulation] - Failing to affix mudguards.
Race 9K Fairbairn (HOLLY HIGHLANDER)
[Rule 849(2)] - Presented without a number.
Race 10G O'Reilly (JUKEBOX GYPSY)
[Rule 869(3)(b)] - Shifting ground crowding inside runner first bend.
Bleeders
Nil
Horse Action
Race 1HIGHLY RATED - Ineligible Racing Manners - Stood Down 1 Trial
Race 1LUCA - Warned Racing Manners
Race 1ROCKY IN PARADISE - Warned Stands
Race 1ROYAL HOUSE - Warned Racing Manners
Race 2BELMONT VALOR - Warned Racing Manners
Race 3ART JORDAN - Warned Stands
Race 3BALLERINI - Warned Racing Manners
Race 5SCARLET MADAM - Warned Mobiles
Race 6GO HOME DENISE - Warned Mobiles
Race 6STELLA BAY - Warned Mobiles
Race 7SEACRACKA - Warned Mobiles
Race 7SEACRACKA - Unruly Mobiles Trainer's Request
Race 8BROMAC TIMES - Warned Stands
Race 8BROMAC TIMES - Warned Performance
Race 8MOTOR MOUTH - Warned Stands
Race 8MOTOR MOUTH - Unruly Stands
Race 9ALMIGHTY - Warned Mobiles
Race 10BRONSKI - Cleared From Unruly Mobiles
Medical Certificate
 J Young-Grant - Medical clearance required.
Driver Changes
Race 6S Thornley replaced J Young-Grant on BUFFY NORTHSTAINS
 Unwell
Late Scratchings
Race 3BLASTFROMTHEPAST - at 10.46am - Trainer unwell
Scratching Penalties
Ineligible from 09/06/2025 until 11/06/2025 inclusive (3 days):
STUBING
Ineligible from 09/06/2025 until 12/06/2025 inclusive (4 days):
THE COALMAN
Ineligible from 09/06/2025 until 13/06/2025 inclusive (5 days):
CHESTER GOLD, FRANCO ELVIS, ANOTHER LEVEL, IM ALL IN, PARTNERS IN WINE
Exceptional Circumstances:
MACHO MAN, BLASTFROMTHEPAST

Race Comments

Race 1   DIAMOND RACING - THANKS OUR LOYAL OWNERS TROT
SOUTH SYDNEY - weakened final bend. When questioned regarding the performance driver B Hope advised he was disappointed with the effort and was unable to provide any explanation. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. Connections advised they will have blood tests taken from the mare in the coming days and Stewards will follow up the results.
ARDEN SOLITAIRE - trotted roughly and broke near the 1100m losing all chance.
LUCA - broke after 150m hampering a trailing runner losing ground. Over-raced middle stages. Broke again passing the 200m hampering a trailing runner losing its chance. A warning was placed on the racing record of the gelding.
KD GRINS - trotted roughly and lay outwards near the 1900m losing ground. Weakened leaving the final bend.
SEE NO EVIL - hampered by a breaking runner racing into the first bend. Trotted roughly in the run home.
ROYAL HOUSE - broke near the 1500m losing all chance. A warning was placed on the racing record of the mare.
ROCKY IN PARADISE - broke shortly after the start losing all chance. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding.
HIGHLY RATED - trotted roughly in the early stages and broke racing into the first bend losing all chance. Stood down to trial to the satisfaction of Stewards on one occasion prior to resuming.
Race 2   DIAMOND RACING - THANKS VETS, SMITHIES & BREAKERS MOB PACE
CHAL VEE POWER - held up rounding the final bend. Had difficulty obtaining clear racing room in the run home.
BETTERTHANDIVA - when questioned regarding the improved performance caretaker trainer A Edge advised the mare has had a change of shoeing since last racing and had appreciated a different training environment as per the Horse Movement notification.
BETTERWITHBLING - held up rounding the final bend.
DIDJASHOUTTHEBAR - weakened rounding the final bend. When questioned regarding the performance driver B Orange advised the gelding had raced lethargically and he was disappointed with the effort. Connections advised the gelding may not have backed up from its previous start. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities.
BELMONT VALOR - lay in and struck track markers rounding the final bend. Paced roughly and broke passing the 50m losing its chance. A warning was placed on the racing record of the gelding. Returned to the stabling area with blood present in a nostril. A post-race veterinary and endoscopic examination confirmed the gelding was not a bleeder.
Race 3   DIAMOND RACING - THANKS OUR OUTSTANDING STAFF PACE
ART JORDAN - shifted outwards at the start hampering outside runners and broke losing ground. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding. Held up middle stages of the run home.
ICY STARS - hampered by an inside runner which shifted outwards at the start and broke losing ground. Over-raced middle stages. Held up middle stages of the run home.
BALLERINI - hampered by an inside runner which shifted outwards at the start. Broke shortly after the start losing ground. Over-raced middle stages. Broke again leaving the final bend losing all chance. A warning was placed on the racing record of the filly.
CAPTAIN PUBLISHER - broke shortly after the start losing ground.
MIND PHILLY - broke at the 2200m losing ground.
JUSTA RIPPA - broke at the start losing ground.
PATRICE - paced roughly over the concluding stages.
BLASTFROMTHEPAST - late scratching at 10.46am due to trainer P Young being unwell.
OMBRE SHARD - broke at the start losing ground.
Race 4   HARNESS UNHINGED & WESTVIEW SYNDICATES TROT
There was a delay to the start when the Starter was not satisfied with the manner in which a number of runners addressed the barrier.
MODE - broke briefly shortly after the start. Driver W House was issued a $200 Minor Infringement Notice for causing a further delay to the start when turning an extra circle.
DRAGONHILL - broke briefly shortly after the start losing ground. Broke again near the 125m losing all chance.
WITHOUT COMPARISON - trotted roughly shortly after the start losing ground.
LAVRA SEGIL - slow to begin. Weakened from the 600m and then broke losing all chance. A post-race veterinary examination revealed a poor recovery. Stewards will follow up with connections in the coming days.
Race 5   DIAMOND RACING - THANKS ENTAIN FOR THEIR SUPPORT MOB PACE
TAKE A SELFIE - weakened from the 500m hampering a trailing runner.
YOGI'S COLADA - raced wide until reaching the parked position near the 1400m.
MELTON ENFORCER - weakened leaving the final bend.
ROCKCENT - raced wide early and middle stages. Weakened from the 400m.
SCARLET MADAM - permission was granted for the mare to race in alternative colours. Out of position at the start despite the efforts of driver G Thornley. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the mare. Weakened from the 600m.
SHADOW CREEK - hampered by a weakening runner near the 500m. Paced roughly in the middle stages of the run home.
BEAUTIFUL CRAZY - raced wide early and middle stages.
Race 6   NEUMANN & SPARKS FAMILIES 40 YEARS PLUS "SILK ROAD" MOB TROT
SPANISH PRINCESS - trainer G Telfer was issued a warning for failing to have mudguards affixed to his sulky.
BODACIOUS - trainer D Taylor was issued a warning for failing to have mudguards affixed to his sulky.
ASPIRATIONAL DREAM - driver J Morrison advised he did not activate the removable deafeners or sliding blinds due to having the field covered.
YOSEMITE - raced wide early.
ROYAL DIEDRE - lay inwards striking track markers rounding the final bend.
GO HOME DENISE - trotted roughly and lay outwards in the score up and was out of position at the start. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the mare. Trotted roughly and lay outwards at various stages throughout the running. Trotted roughly under pressure before breaking passing the 500m losing all chance. When questioned regarding the performance driver B Orange could offer no explanation and was disappointed with the effort. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. Stewards will follow up with connections in the coming days.
STELLA BAY - out of position at the start despite the efforts of driver M Williamson. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the mare. Broke shortly after the start losing all chance and was retired from the race.
ARADNE - the rein pole was removed prior to the start after warming up unfavourably. Held up early in the run home.
LIME IN A BOTTLE - weakened leaving the final bend.
Trainer B Munro advised Stewards on 9 June YOSEMITE has had a hock treated since last racing.
Race 7   ENERGIZER SOLAR SILK ROAD FILLIES & MARES MOBILE PACE
HAPPY HARPER - held up throughout the run home. Driver R Close advised he was unable to activate the removable deafeners due to the cord becoming entangled.
KUSHITE WARRIOR - held up middle stages of the run home.
SCARLETT'S LEGACY - weakened over the concluding stages.
RENA - the chin rest detached and hung loose in the early stages.
BETTOR OFF - raced wide early and middle stages. Weakened over the concluding stages. The near hind bandage came adrift during the running with no action taken due to the prevailing weather and track conditions. When questioned regarding the performance driver T Williams advised the filly had hung during the running causing him difficulty.
SEACRACKA - paced roughly in the score up causing driver J Cox difficulty and was out of position at the start. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the mare. Continued to pace roughly at various stages throughout. Weakened leaving the final bend. Placed on the unruly for future mobile starts at the request of trainer J Cox.
ONWARDSANDUPWARDS - raced wide early and middle stages.
SOPHIA BROMAC - held up throughout the run home. Driver J Dunn advised he did not activate the sliding blinds in consequence.
Race 8   "MASTER MUSICIAN " THE LEGEND PACE
There was a delay to the start due to MOTOR MOUTH becoming fractious and rearing on several occasions. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding. Sent to the unruly position by the Starter where the horse will remain for future standing starts.
MOTOR MOUTH - hampered by a weakening runner near the 700m.
SPIRITED LOU - hampered by a weakening runner near the 700m. Weakened leaving the final bend.
BROMAC TIMES - broke shortly after the start losing ground. A warning was placed on the geldings barrier record. Weakened from the 1100m. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities. A warning was also placed on the racing performance of the gelding.
MAJOR HAPPY - hampered by a weakening runner near the 700m.
DANCE MONKEY - weakened from the 700m hampering trailing runners.
IDEAL CHEVRON - weakened leaving the final bend.
RAPID RESPONSE - over-raced middle stages. Hung inwards final bend striking a track marker.
STAR MAGIC - when questioned regarding the improved performance trainer M Purvis advised he had removed the boring pole after having steering difficulties in recent starts and that the gelding had benefitted from being freshened. Mr Purvis added the gelding races well when being able to lead and dictate terms.
Race 9   "SUNDEES SON" SIMPLY THE BEST SILK ROAD MOBILE TROT
REAL MOONSHINE - lay inwards and broke passing the 1700m losing all chance.
HOLLY HIGHLANDER - trainer K Fairbairn was issued a warning for presenting the mare to race without a number.
LOTTIE'S MOMENT - trotted roughly in the run home.
ALMIGHTY - trotted roughly early in the score up and was out of position at the start. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the mare. Hampered by a weakening runner near the 400m.
WHO'S QUEEN - weakened passing the 400m hampering trailing runners.
LOVE WALKED IN - hampered by a weakening runner near the 400m.
Race 10   CLERKS OF THE COURSE/HORSE AMBULANCE TRUST MOBILE PACE
SPEED WRITER - broke briefly in the score up however was in position at the start. Weakened final bend hampering trailing runners.
JUKEBOX GYPSY - shifted inwards after 150m placing an inside runner in restricted room. Driver G O'Reilly was issued a warning. Hampered by a weakening runner final bend.
ENYA FRANCO - weakened from the 400m.
STEPHS BOY - when questioned regarding the improved performance trainer/driver B Butt advised the gelding had benefited from a change in training environment after he had recently taken over training the horse and had appreciated a drop back in class and being able to lead and dictate terms in front.
PLAYING WITH STARS - placed in restricted room by an outside runner after 150m. Hampered by a weakening runner final bend. Held up early in the run home. Driver J Dunn advised he did not activate the removable deafeners in consequence.
BRONSKI - cleared from the unruly for future mobile starts.
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