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Rule Number(s): 213(1)(j)Following the running of Race 11, an Information requesting a ruling was filed by Licensed Open Driver Mr G Smith, the driver of TAKE AFTER ME in the race, to determine whether TAKE AFTER ME was denied a fair start. Rule 213 provides as follows: (1) A Stipendiary Steward at any time may scratch from ... (Feed generated with FetchRSS)View the full article

Rule Number(s): 869(2)Following the running of Race 1 an Information was filed by Stipendiary Steward Mr P Williams alleging a breach of Rule 869(2) by Open Driver Mr C DeFilippi. The information alleged, C DeFilippi (KINGSDOWN ATOM) used his whip free of the rein and with more than a wrist flicking motion in the home straight. ... (Feed generated with FetchRSS)View the full article

Can you both put each other on your ignore list? That's a feature that hides the posts of those you should ignore. Counting to 10 still works for me. Well except for JJ Flash.

If that's the case then why the need for verti-draining?! Seems like they have lost control of the irrigating and/or a hard crust has formed on top.

Obviously too late to assist the trials today. What about Sunday? Which is a problem because if you have got it wrong in the prior days you are vulnerable to showers on the day. Regardless it is all symptomatic of an underlying problem - stuffed soil structure. Doesn't matter anyway because next year the trials will be on the new Polytrack!

Actually I have a problem with it. The problem is you very rarely if ever post anything else other than an attack on one poster. That is the definition of an internet troll. Which is clearly evident when you post the opposite view and have no depth of knowledge to support that view. Unfortunately other people feed off that negativity and it ruins good debates.

Where else is it coming from? I bet they've done it at Avondale since that debacle. NZTR were engaged to advise on that issue. Yes my understanding of the outcomes of verti-draining is the same as yours. However you don't achieve those outcomes in 3 days. What you will end up with is a loose top still on top of a hard soil.

So I guess they are irrigating between now and Friday because there is stuff all rain forecast. Also verti-draining 3 days before the trials would be a bit late wouldn't it? Unless you are working on a short-term fix which it appears was the case for Riccarton. It would appear that verti-draining as a stop gap measure is being pushed by the NZTR National Track Manager.

Why did they feel they needed to make the distinction?

So the verti-draining on the Riccarton track done less than 14 days before race day was "pre-scheduled"?

I'm waiting for the draw. In my opinion the horse that wins sits just off the pace and has the last crack. Behemoth has a good form line.

Article Author Clinton Payne 1:19PM13 October 2020 0 Comments Winx, one of Australia’s greatest ever racehorses has lost her foal. The great mare’s former trainer issued a statement on Tuesday announcing the loss of the I Am Invincible foal. “It is with great sadness that the Kepitis, Tighe and Treweeke families wish to inform everyone that unfortunately overnight Winx lost her foal,” Waller said, “There are so many people involved in the Winx story from owners, staff past and present to her many fans around the world. “Our thoughts and attention at the moment are on Winx ensuring that she remains healthy, as anyone in this situation would respect. “It is a traumatic time for a mother and those involved and Winx is now the centre of our attention following the loss of a beautiful filly this morning. “We wish to thank everyone for their support and understanding, please respect the connections during this sad time and we will update you as soon as appropriate.” Winx retired a 25 time Group 1 winner with four Cox Plate victories her greatest racetrack legacy. The daughter of Street Cry earned $26,451,174 with her record of 37 wins from 43 starts.

Obviously same problem as Riccarton. Seems vertidraining is the panacea - NOT! MEETING NEWS Rangiora Trials - Tuesday 20 October The Rangiora trials cancelled today have been re-scheduled for Tuesday 20 October. New nominations will be taken. The Rangiora track will be verti-drained on Friday (previously scheduled). Nominations close with the bureau on Monday 19 October at midday.

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If you want to make money as a slot holder you need to finish 5th or better. Been some amazing final gallops by key players. Check out Eduardo. Always under a hold for new race jockey Rachel King, Eduardo toed her around in a sizzling 46.24, the 600m cruising in first gear at 32.63. Forget about the opposition, watch him after the line charging as there was a slight drop of the reins. Some perspective came with fellow Everest player Bivouac in the next heat, a comfortable winner in 47.62s, the last 600m in 33.28s, though not casting times as a true comparison, just for a reference.

They've already chosen a replacement getting in at the last moment. Otherwise they would have had to have taken one of the emergencies. They've chosen the Mcevoy trained horse Dollar For Dollar.

MEETING NEWS Rangiora Trials Cancelled for Today The Rangiora trials scheduled for today have been cancelled after a track inspection early this morning. Further information will be sent out later today.

Rule Number(s): NoneFollowing the running of Race 2 the Vincent At Alabar Pace 2200 Mobile Pace, an Information was filed by Senior Stipendiary Steward, Mr Mulcay instigating a protest. The Information alleged that ADIEU FLIRT (J Abernethy) placed 3rd, shifted inwards in the run home and interfered with the progress of ... (Feed generated with FetchRSS)View the full article

Rule Number(s): 638(1)(d)Following the running of Race 6, the Supreme Equine Feeds & Night N Day Park Maiden, an Information was filed by Stipendiary Steward, Mr M Davidson, against Class A Rider, Mr T Moseley, alleging careless riding in that he permitted his mount, JACK THE RIPPER, to shift inwards near the 150m checking DANNY ... (Feed generated with FetchRSS)View the full article

Rule Number(s): 869(3)(b)Following the running of Race 1, the Peak At Alabar Trot 2200m, an Information was filed by Senior Stipendiary, Steward Mr Mulcay alleging Open Driver, Mr J Wallace, breached Rule 869(3)(b) when he contacted the wheel of the sulky of MAJESTIC HANOVER causing his own his drive ANASTASIA ASHLEY to gallop ... (Feed generated with FetchRSS)View the full article

Rule Number(s): 636(1)(d)Following the running of Race 3 (All Things Automotive Mdn 1300m), an Information was lodged by Mr J Oatham alleging a breach of Rule 636(1)(d) in that Temyia Taiaroa failed to ride her mount INDY FOX out fully to the finish when there was a reasonable chance of finishing in a higher placing. Mr Oatham ... (Feed generated with FetchRSS)View the full article

Rule Number(s): 636(1)(d)Following the running of Race 2 (Rough Habits/Hub Catering Hurdles), an Information was lodged by Mr J Oatham alleging a breach of Rule 636(1)(d) in that H McNeill failed to ride his mount ZENTANGLE out to the end of the race when there was a reasonable chance of finishing in a higher placing. Following ... (Feed generated with FetchRSS)View the full article

I doubt they have the power to use that as the sole reason to stand him down. Has he failed another test? I would have thought that as long as he turns up sober within the limits then he'd be fine and the what he does outside riding is none of their business.

https://www.racing.com/form/2020-10-14/caulfield/race/4#/form