Race 1 - The Clerks of the Course Restricted Trophy Race (2) Handicap 1000m

"Flipper Vargen" was slow to begin.

Race 2 - The Barrier Attendents Open Trophy Race Handicap 1000m

When parading in the mounting yard prior to the race, "Dr Buzz (NZ)" was kicked by another runner. "Dr Buzz" was examined by the clubs veterinary surgeon and passed fit to run.

"Better Be Ready" was slow to begin.

Approaching the 800m "Dr Buzz" had to be checked when tightened for room by "Amani" which was taken in by "Brother Durham" (A Bodey) which shifted in. A Bodey was reprimanded and notified to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

Prior to correct weight D Waymouth, rider of "Serengetti Blaze", fourth placegetter viewed the stewards patrol video and decided not to lodge an objection. It was established that shortly after the start "Serengetti Blaze" and "Pathor" were hampered slightly when racing tight inside "Brother Durham".

Race 3 - Ducksies Open Trophy Race 1700m

No report.

Race 4 - The Gate Keepers Restricted Trophy Race (3) Handicap 1600m

Ms R Orrlov, rider of "Connemara Marble" which performed poorly stated to the stewards that the gelding was a beaten horse at the 800m and in her opinion on pulling up, "Connemara Marble" was distressed. A veterinary examination of "Connemara Marble" failed to reveal any abnormalities.

Race 5 - Lauriston Thoroughbred Farm Maiden Handicap 1500m

Passing the 900m "Weazel Pop" became unbalanced and had to be checked when attempting a narrow run on the inside of "Scratch 'n' Win" which shifted in slightly.

Rounding the home turn "Kelly's Lad" had to be eased to avoid the heels of "Somebody's Lyin'" which was weakening.

Race 6 - The Last Race of the Season Open Trophy Race Handicap 1500m

On jumping away "Tiangar Bay" knuckled. M Tabone, rider of "Atomic Lady" which performed poorly stated to the stewards that the mare failed to respond to his riding from the 700m and that "Atomic Lady" may have jarred up due to the firmness of the track today. A veterinary examination of "Atomic Lady" revealed that the mare had suffered a wound to its near foreleg.

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Race 2 - Prospector's Carat
Race 5 - Just Bazza

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