QUEENSLAND RACING INTEGRITY COMMISSION

STEWARDS REPORT

MACKAY TURF CLUB

TUESDAY 1ST APRIL 2025

WEATHER – OVERCAST
TRACK RATING – SOFT 7
RAIL – +2M FROM 1100M TO WINNING POST / TRUE REMAINDER
PENETROMETER – 5.7

OFFICIALS

Chairman of Stewards – E Suli
Stewards – R Neal, D Griffiths, H Gillett


SUPPLEMENTARY REPORT

ROCKHAMPTON 25th March 2025 – THE IBA - BOTTLE-O CLASS 2 HANDICAP 1200m
GREYLIST – Trainer T Smith advised that GREYLIST had pulled up jaded following its recent start and that it would be his intention to conduct blood tests. Trainer Smith was advised to report to stewards any abnormalities resulting from the blood tests.


GENERAL

As riders A Butler (injury), apprentice M Apel (illness) and G Cartwright (riding at Doomben) were all unable to attend today’s meeting, rider replacements were made as per the steward’s race day summary. Apprentice M Apel and jockey A Butler were both advised that they require medical clearances prior to resuming race riding.

Stewards approved the following overweights:

Race 1. Chelsea Jokic – +1/2kg
Race 2. Chelsea Jokic – +1/2kg
Race 4. Adam Sewell – +1kg
Race 5. Adam Sewell – +1kg
Race 8. Adam Sewell – +1kg
Chelsea Jokic – +1/2kg


RACE 1: SKY RACING BM60 HANDICAP (1800 METRES)

BERING SEA – Slow to begin. Raced keenly in the early and middle stages.

ACCLIMATISE – Jumped away awkwardly and bumped with MOMENT OF TRUTH. Raced wide in the early stages until obtaining a position outside the leader near the 1300m.

REPLACE THE ACE – Raced keenly in the early and middle stages.

MOMENT OF TRUTH – Bumped on jumping by ACCLIMATISE. Overraced in the early and middle stages. Improved onto heels near the 900m and had to momentarily steady. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight. When asked for a comment on the performance, apprentice L O’Donnell stated that it was not her intention to settle in the second half of the field in the early stages, however, after beginning awkwardly she had to elect to settle further back than anticipated to allow the mare to travel in a position closer to the rail where comfortable. Apprentice O’Donnell added that MOMENT OF TRUTH had finished off the race in a positive manner, however being unable to find that position further forward in the field proved detrimental to the mare’s overall chances. Stewards noted apprentice O’Donnell’s comments.

LEICA BITA FUN – Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.

ALL POWERED UP – Overraced in the early and middle stages. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.

LUMIERE – Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.

DIVINE HUNTER – Jumped away awkwardly and as a result was slow to begin. Elected to shift wider near the 600m in an attempt to improved. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.


RACE 2: LADBROKES FORM GENIUS MAIDEN HANDICAP (1050 METRES)

DETERMINATION – Jumped away awkwardly. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.

OVERIMPATIENT – Jumped away awkwardly and shifted outwards, hampering GLAD RAG DOLL. Raced keenly in the early stages. Upon returning to scale, jockey J Murphy reported that OVERIMPATIENT was placed under pressure in the early stages and was unable to be let down and settle in a comfortable position. Jockey Murphy further added that as a result, OVERIMPATIENT failed to respond in the final stages and went to the line in a disappointing manner.

RUBY SEVENS – Proved difficult to load. Jumped away awkwardly and shifted inwards, hampering GLAD RAG DOLL. Elected to shift wider near the 200m in an attempt to obtain clear racing room.

GLAD RAG DOLL – Hampered on jumping by OVERIMPATIENT which shifted outwards and RUBY SEVENS which shifted inwards. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.

POLLY HOFFA – Raced wide in the early stages until obtaining a position outside the lead near the 800m. Overraced in the early and middle stages. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.


RACE 3: LADBROKES ODDS SURGE CLASS 1 PLATE (1200 METRES)

HE GOES BOOM – Jumped away awkwardly and as a result was slow into stride.

HENRY'S BLADE (NZ) – Overraced in the middle stages.

SET THE SAILS – Had to momentarily steady near the 400m when TORQUE OF DREAMS laid inwards.

TORQUE OF DREAMS – Inclined to hang in throughout the event. Near the 900m, had to be steadied by its rider to avoid the heels of HENRY’S BLADE (NZ) when laying inwards. Hung in near the 400m, placing SET THE SAILS in restricted room momentarily. When asked for a comment on the performance, jockey A Sewell reported that TORQUE OF DREAMS proved difficult to ride out due to its tendency to hang in throughout the event. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which revealed no significant abnormalities. Trainer L Manzelmann was advised that a warning would be placed on TORQUE OF DREAMS’ record for hanging in throughout.

WELL RESTED – Jumped away awkwardly and shifted in, bumping CLEVE. Raced wide throughout.

CLEVE – Jumped away awkwardly and was bumped by WELL RESTED which shifted in shortly after the start. When asked for a comment on the performance, trainer J Hatfield stated that in her opinion CLEVE may not have handled the softer track conditions today and believed that the gelding may be better suited racing over further distances. Trainer Hatfield was advised that stewards would monitor CLEVE’s performance in future starts moving forward.


RACE 4: BOOK EVENT CENTRE FOR FUNCTIONS QTIS THREE-YEARS-OLD MAIDEN HANDICAP (1050 METRES)

CAPRICORNUS – After apprentice M Apel was indisposed, stewards heard submissions from trainer R Vale in relation to the declaration of jockey R Silvera Olivera, stewards granted permission and approved the rider replacement. Jumped away awkwardly. Shortly after the start bumped heavily with SPIRITED. Held up in the home straight until a point near the 250m.

SET FOR LIFE – Slow to begin. Raced wide throughout. Inclined to hang out from a point near the 600m rounding the home turn.

RED BEAUTY – Jumped away awkwardly. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight and bumped ZELENZY near the 150m.

STYX RIVER – Raced wide in the early stages. Raced keenly in the early stages. Near the 300m, had to check and lose its rightful run when CAPRICORNUS (R Silvera Olivera) shifted outwards when insufficiently clear to do so. Jockey R Silvera Olivera pleaded guilty to a charge under the provisions of AR131(a) for careless riding. In determining penalty, stewards considered the carelessness and interference suffered to STYX RIVER, guilty plea and previous record in relation to the careless riding template. Jockey R Silvera Olivera’s licence to ride in races was suspended for a period of 9 days, with the suspension to commence midnight 6th April 2025 and to conclude midnight 15th April 2025. In assessing the matter, stewards considered the suspension jockey Silvera Olivera had incurred in the same race, and the overall principle of totality of suspension, therefore ordering 7 days of this suspension be served concurrently with the previous suspension issued. Jockey Silvera Olivera was advised of his rights to an appeal.

WHAT A SHOW – Trainer T Button was fined $100 under provisions of LR67(1) for the late rider declaration of apprentice L O’Donnell. Slow to begin.

ZELEZNY – Near the 950m, had to be checked by CAPRICORNUS which shifted inwards when insufficiently clear. Jockey R Silvera Olivera pleaded guilty to a charge under the provisions of AR131(a) in that near the 950m he allowed his mount to shift inwards when insufficiently clear of ZELENZY (jockey R Wiggins) which had to be to checked and be carried inwards, bumping with MISS ELOTAN (jockey W Satherley) which in turn was also carried inwards, tightening TILACCONI (jockey J Stanley), resulting in that runner losing ground. In determining penalty, stewards took into consideration the carelessness of the shift, the degree of interference suffered to multiple runners, guilty plea and previous record in relation to the careless riding template. Jockey Silvera Olivera’s licence to ride in races was suspended for a period of 12 days, with the suspension to commence midnight 1st April 2025 and to conclude midnight 13th April 2025. Jockey Silvera Olivera was advised of his rights to an appeal. Bumped by RED BEAUTY which laid in near the 150m.

MISS ELOTAN – Near the 900m, bumped by ZELENZY which was carried in CAPRICORNUS.

TILACCONI – Tightened for racing room by MISS ELOTAN which was carried in near the 900m and lost ground. Upon returning to scale, jockey J Stanley reported that TILACCONI failed to handle the softer track conditions and had felt awkward in its action over the final stages. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination which revealed the filly to be lame in the right foreleg. Trainer’s representative was advised that TILACCONI would require a veterinary clearance prior to its next race start.

SPIRITED – After jockey A butler was indisposed, stewards heard submissions from trainer s Royes in relation to the declaration of apprentice L Martyn, stewards granted permission and approved the rider replacement. Heavily bumped with CAPRICORNUS shortly after the start.

MISHANI AMORE - Raced wide in the early stages.


RACE 5: BOOK FOR AMATEUR CUP SAT 24TH MAY RATINGS BAND 0 - 58 HANDICAP (1050 METRES)

Declaration of correct weight was delayed allowing stewards, apprentice L O’Donnell, trainer K Smyth and starter B Burnell to view the stewards patrol footage to ascertain if LAMENTUM was afforded a fair start. After hearing evidence from all parties, it was established that prior to jumping, LAMENTUM, after being loaded, had become fractious in the barriers. A barrier attendant was requested to assist with the horse, whilst the start was delayed due to another runner also being fractious. Just prior to the start being effected, LAMENTUM had dropped its head in the barriers and as the gates opened, the barrier attendant had let go of LAMENTUM simultaneously, before the gelding reared, causing apprentice O’Donnell to become unbalanced and losing significant ground on jumping. Subsequently, stewards were comfortably satisfied that LAMENTUM’s own mannerisms contributed to it missing the start, therefore ruling LAMENTUM a runner and declaring correct weight on the judge’s placings. Trainer K Smyth was advised that LAMENTUM would be required to trial to the satisfaction of stewards prior to racing again. Trainer Smyth advised that he would intend to experience with gear changes such as removing the blinkers going forward.

FLYING MAPLE – Elected to shift wider from a point near the 500m. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.

ANSWERING – Raced wide in the early stages.

SPRING VALLEY – Was fractious in the barriers prior to jumping. Jumped away awkwardly and as a result was slow to begin. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight. Trainer M Cochrane was advised that a warning would be placed on SPRING VALLEY’s record for its barrier manners.

LOVE MY LOUIS – Raced wide in the early stages. Raced keenly in the early stages.

TSUNAMI FORCE – Raced keenly in the early stages.


RACE 6: LADBROKES SAME RACE MULTI BM55 HANDICAP (1560 METRES)

AGE OF AQUARIUS – Jumped away awkwardly. Raced keenly in the early and middle stages. Laid out when placed under pressure in the home straight. When asked for a comment on the performance, jockey/trainer T Chambers stated that the gelding had failed to handle the softer track conditions today. Jockey/trainer Chambers further added that AGE OF AQUARIUS’ tendency to lay out in the home straight placed her in some difficulty fully testing the gelding out over the final stages. Stewards noted jockey/trainer Chambers’ comments.

MR GREY – Raced keenly in the early and middle stages.

MOON OVER MATILDA – Overraced in the early and middle stages.

NINE CARATS – Jumped away awkwardly.

IMPERIUM – Impeded shortly after the start by IMPERIAL BLOSSOM which shifted in, and as a result was slow into stride.

IMPERIAL BLOSSOM - Shifted in shortly after the start impeding IMPERIUM. Laid out when placed under pressure in the home straight.


RACE 7: LADBROKES MATES MODE POTS BM65 HANDICAP (1200 METRES)

BOOMING LAD – Raced keenly in the early and middle stages.

JUPITUS – Jumped away awkwardly and as a result was slow into stride.

RUBUNKAR – Overraced in the early and middle stages.

TORONADO ROUGE – Raced wide throughout.

UPSTART LEGEND – When asked for a comment on the seemingly improved performance in comparison to its most recent start, trainer J Manzelmann stated that at its most recent start at Springsure on March 22nd, UPSTART LEGEND did not handle the firm and dirt track conditions at the meeting on the day. Trainer Manzelmann further added that UPSTART LEGEND appreciated the softer conditions of the track in today’s event and was expecting the more forward showing. Stewards noted trainer Manzelmann’s comments.

YUBETIDO – Held up for clear racing room until a point near the 1000m. Laid in when placed under pressure over the concluding stages.

AIDENABET – Slow to begin. Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.

NIC ME SOME – Raced wide in the early stages.


RACE 8: RACING AGAIN MON 14TH APRIL HANDICAP (1200 METRES)

GO GETABOY – Jumped away awkwardly. Raced wide throughout. Raced keenly in the early and middle stages.

HELLISH – Raced wide throughout. Jockey J Stanley dropped his whip near the 200m.

STICK TO YOUR GUNS – Raced keenly in the early and middle stages. Raced wide throughout.

SUNNYCOAST – Jumped away awkwardly.

CABALO ESCURO – Jumped away awkwardly and as a result was slow to begin.

DEEPSTRIKE (NZ) – Jumped away awkwardly and as a result was slow to begin.

BRAD – Raced wide in the early stages.

JOHNNY DASH – Laid in when placed under pressure in the home straight.



STEWARDS RACE DAY SUMMARY

Summary of action concerning licensees

Fines
Race 4. Trainer Tom Button – LR67(1) – $100 – Late rider declaration

Suspensions
Race 4. Jockey Raul Silvera Olivera – AR131(a) – Careless Riding – 12-day suspension – m/n 01/04/2025 to m/n 13/04/2025
Jockey Raul Silvera Olivera – AR131(a) – Careless Riding – 9-day suspension – m/n 06/04/2025 to m/n 15/04/2025

Absent jockeys
Jockey Ashley Butler – Injury – Medical clearance required
Apprentice McKenzie Apel – Medical clearance required
Jockey Georgina Cartwright – Unavailable


Summary of action concerning thoroughbred horses

Horses swabbed pre-race
GLAD RAG DOLL, TORQUE OF DREAMS, SPIRITED, FLYING MAPLE, YUBETIDO & HELLISH.

Horses swabbed post-race
All winners

Warnings/bars
Race 3. TORQUE OF DREAMS – Warning – Hung In
Race 4. TILACCONI – Lame Right Foreleg – Veterinary clearance required
Race 5. LAMENTUM – To Trial – Barrier Manners
SPRING VALLEY – Warning – Barrier Manners


Summary of rider changes/Late notifications


Race 1. REPLACE THE ACE – Ryan Wiggins
LEICA BITA FUN – Chris McIver
Race 3. SET THE SAILS – Jackson Murphy
CLEVE – Raul Silvera Olivera
Race 4. CAPRICORNUS – Raul Silvera Olivera
STYX RIVER – Chris McIver
WHAT A SHOW – Ms Liv O'Donnell (a1.5/55kg),
SPIRITED – Ms Leah Martyn (a3/50kg),
MISHANI AMORE – Adam Sewell
Race 5. ANSWERING – Raul Silvera Olivera
TSUNAMI FORCE – Adam Sewell
Race 7. RUBUNKAR – Adam Sewell
TORONADO ROUGE – Ms Leah Martyn (a3/50kg),
NIC ME SOME – Chris McIver
Race 8. LETMELETGO – Ms Liv O'Donnell (a1.5/55kg),
FOR VALOUR – Jackson Murphy
REAL KEY – Warwick Satherley



The matters contained within this Stewards report may be subject to external review. The Racing Appeals Panel manages external reviews and the Racing Appeals Panel publishes its decisions on its website.

This report and the Stewards Comments for this meeting may be amended at any time, at the sole discretion of the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) Stewards as races are reviewed.
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