Race 1 - PARKERS NORTH & SOUTH SUPER VOBIS HANDICAP 1000m

On arrival at the course, West Of The Bridge was examined by the Club Veterinary Surgeon who passed the filly fit to run. The start of the race was slightly delayed due to the second ambulance arriving late on course. On jumping away, Lady Sophia, which was slightly slow to begin, was then hampered when tightened for room by Comedy of Dreams, which initially shifted in and Porto Venere, which then shifted out. L. Meech, rider of Comedy of Dreams explained to the Stewards that approaching the 400 metres, she felt that the gelding had slipped behind and then faulted in its action when trying to correct itself and from this point on, she eased the gelding down as she felt there may be something a-miss with Comedy of Dreams. Subsequent to the race, the Club Veterinary Surgeon examined the gelding and reported no apparent abnormality. P. Young, rider of West of the Bridge, which performed below expectations explained to the Stewards that the filly raced ungenerously throughout the race and failed to respond to his riding during the race. Subsequent to the race, a Veterinary Examination of West of the Bridge revealed the filly was showing signs of shin-soreness.

Race 2 - GEELONG BARKING DOG WINE BAR SV THREE-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN PLATE 1100m

On arrival at the course the Club Veterinary Surgeon examined Payjax and passed the gelding fit to run. Acting on the report from the Starter regarding the unruly behaviour of Mufassa whilst behind the barrier,and after taking evidence from Mr. G. Thornton, Trainer of the gelding, E. Cassar, Rider and Mr. L. Sheedy, Starter of the race and P. Doherty, Assistant Starterand after taking into account all the circumstances, Stewards notified Mr. G. Thornton that a warning would be issued against the gelding for being unruly behind the barriers.As a result of Mufaasa's actions the start of the race was delayed. On jumping away, Miss Master Key began awkwardly. Shortly after the start, Malakhov was hampered when tightened for room by Navaisha which shifted in. Near the 800 metres, Rockfleet shifted out and hampered Miss Master Key. At the entrance to the straight Casual Prince which was racing tight between Heroic Fraar and My Pajinka, then had to be checked when tightened for room by Heroic Fraar (L. Meech), which shifted out and My Pajinka, which shifted in slightly. L. Meech was severely reprimanded and notified that she must ensure she is clear of other runners when shifting ground in future.

Race 3 - RUTTERS RACE PHOTOGRAPHY FILLIES & MARES MAIDEN PLATE 1200m

When the gates opened Almighty Zena got its head up and lost some ground. Near the 800 metres River Ballad shifted in and made contact with Lady Yonder. When asked for an explanation for the improved performance of Rory's Thought, compared to its recent runs. Mr. P. Brazil, Trainer of the mare, stated that Rory's Thought had been working well prior to today and he also contributed  the improvement to the change of rider today, as she rides the mare in all of its work and understands its idiosyncrasies based on this Mr. Brazil further added that he modestly supported the mare today. 

Race 4 - GEELONG BARWON CLUB HOTEL MAIDEN PLATE 1600m

De Lago Bay and Mad Cafe were slow to begin. Near the 700 metres, My Boy Kenny shifted in slightly towards the rail, became unbalanced and lost some ground. Near the 400 metres, De Lago Bay had to be eased off the heels of The Forum (NZ), due to Royalty Voyage taking that gelding  in slightly when improving. Near the 200 metres, Brace Yourself (NZ) had some difficulty obtaining a clear run. C. Payne rider of The Forum (NZ), which performed below expectations, explained to Stewards, that the gelding displayed a tendency to hang-in in the early stages and from the 700 metes, failed to respond to her riding. 

Race 5 - UNION CLUB HOTEL COLAC FILLIES AND MARES CLASS 3 HANDICAP 1600m

As Carnival Magic could not be loaded into the Barrier, Stewards withdrew the mare at 2.19pm. Subsequent to the race, Stewards ordered all monies wagered on Carnival Magic to be refunded and all bets placed before the scratching of the mare to be paid less 17 cents in the Win dollar, 15 cents in the Place, 17 cents Concession bets and 17 cents Double bets. And all monies wagered after the withdrawal to be paid face-value of the ticket.Subsequently stewards interviewed the starter and his assistant and Louise Bonella, Trainer of Carnival Magic.Ms Bonella was notified that the mare was suspended from racing until it trials to the satisfaction of Stewards in a organised trial and at such time is issued with a Barrier Certificate. Acting on a report from the Starter regarding the unruly behaviour whilst behind the Barrier by Dame Jessie Bambra, Stewards notified Mr. M. Carson, Trainer of the mare that an official warning would be placed against Dame Jessie Bambra, and if it performs in a similar manner in future, further action may be taken. Mr. Carson was further notified that prior to Dame Jessie Bambra starting again, he must be in receipt of a Barrier Certificate. As a result of Carnival Magic and Dame Jessie Bambra's actions, the start of the race was considerably delayed. Rounding the home-turn, Deux Mille had to be checked when it improved up onto the heels of Jamaica Win. 

Race 6 - CARLTON DRAUGHT COLAC GOLD CUP 2000m

Growing was slow to begin.Near the 1400 metres Maridpour had to be eased off the heels of Follow The Band (C. Payne) when that gelding shifted in. C. Payne was notified that she must be sure that she is sufficiently clear when shifting ground in future.  Rounding the home-turn, Palace Archway was held up for a short distance. 

Race 7 - WOODS JEWELLERS CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1200m

Acting on a confirmed telephone call from P. Healey, Trainer of Miss Bombastic, who stated that the filly had a muscular complaint behind and would be unfit to run. Stewards withdrew Miss Bombastic at 10.15am. Mr.Healy will submit a Veterinary Certificate in respect of the filly. When the gates opened, Northern Field knuckled and lost ground. In the early and middle stages of the race, Exclusive Godthree (NZ) got its head up and raced ungenerously. M. Allen, rider of Snow Squall, which performed below expectations, explained to the Stewards, that the mare, which was racing with blinkers off today, did not show early pace today and as a result, was caught wide throughout the race. Allen further stated that the mare had a tendency to lay-in during the race and on pulling up, had felt awkward in its action. A Veterinary Examination subsequent to the race revealed no apparent abnormality.

Race 8 - ARUNDELL, MURRAY & RYAN CLASS 4 HANDICAP  1000m

Acting on a report from the Starter, regarding the unruly behaviour of Desert Bomber whilst being loaded, Stewards notified Mr. J. Bull, Trainer of the gelding, that an official warning will be placed against the gelding and that prior to starting again, he must be in receipt of a Barrier Certificate. As a result of Desert Bomber's actions, the start of the race was delayed. S. Vella rider of Bay of Silk explained to the Stewards, that after suffering some interference at the start, he elected to try and settle the filly as per his instructions, but as he attempted to improve shortly after, the filly failed to respond to his riding. Vella further stated that in his opinion, the filly was not comfortable running up and down the hill from the 800 metres. And after balancing up again in the straight, ran home well. When asked for an explanation for the improved performance of My Kirana, Mr. J. Mohr, Trainer of the mare explained to Stewards that My Kirana races best when able to lead, and at its previous run was unable to do so, after suffering interference at the start. Mr. Mohr further stated that the mare had worked well this week and he was confident of an improved run today, providing the mare could lead as in his opinion My Kirana displays a far better attitude towards racing when leading or right on the pace Stewards accepted the explanation tended by Mr. Mohr. On jumping away Bay Of Silk was hampered when tightened for room between Desert Bomber and Phin De Vie, due to both those horses shifting ground.Passing the 800 metres, Kirabati (NZ) knuckled. Near the 100 metres, Kirabati (NZ)1 (N. Wilson) which was hanging in under pressure shifted in when not clear of Desert Bomber, resulting in that gelding having to be checked.Whilst accepting that Kirabati (NZ) was hanging, Stewards reprimanded N. Wilson and notified him that they would expect him to straighten his mounts far sooner when in similar circumstances. 

Race 9 - BRIAN RUSSELL MENSLAND CLASS 1 HANDICAP 2000m

Acting on a report from the Starter regarding Wee Swelter (NZ) being reluctant to come up behind the Stalls to be loaded, Stewards notified Mr. B. Hollinshead, Trainer of the mare that a warning would be issued against the mare and a repetition of this behaviour may result in further action . As a result of Wee Swelter's actions, the start of the race was delayed. Turning out of the straight for the first time, Spectacular Storm got its head up when being restrained off the heels of Wee Swelter (L. Meech) who shifted in when not sufficiently clear. L. Meech will be notified that she must be fully clear of other riders when shifting ground in future. Prior to straightening  Cate's Forest (NZ) knuckled.

SWAB SAMPLES - 

Race 2 - A routine swab was taken from the winner, Navaisha.

Race 3 - A routine swab was taken from the winner, Rory's Thought.

Race 6 - A routine swab was taken from the winner, Mardipour (IRE).

Race 7 - A routine swab was taken from the winner, Will She Work.

FINES & EXPLANATIONS -

Race 1: Stewards accepted the explanation tended by M. Ellerton, Trainer of Crushed Ice and Doubtful Sound regarding the late notification of C.Payne and J. Winks as the riders of the respective colts.

Race 4: Stewards accepted the explanation tended by D.Lawson, Trainer of Karamal, regarding the late notification of L. Robertson as the rider of the filly.

Race 8: Stewards accepted the explanation tendered by D. McCarthy, Trainer of Phin De Vie regarding the late notification of J. Winks as rider of the gelding.

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