curious

Looks like Tim needs to buy a new ruler!

I agree. I'm hopeful that with Russell Warwick at the helm, they might just bring in someone willing to do that and build a team around them to support it.

I agree. She's 5-8 lengths shy of Orchestral and not up to the best in Oz.

The rule is for a nasal bleed (epistaxis) unless they are confident that it is caused by trauma. So, any other cause including EIPH.

Lightning.

MUSTANG VALLEY (D Mansour) - Returned to the enclosure with blood present in the right nostril. Underwent a post-race veterinary examination including an endoscopic examination which found the mare to have suffered an episode of Epistaxis. MUSTANG VALLEY shall not be ridden in exercise for a period of two months or start in any race or trial for a period of three months, and then only after a satisfactory gallop of at least 1000 metres in the presence of a Veterinarian.

Left the apostrophe out in the process too! Opie's. Good thing Miss J is banned.

In case it disappears over there.

I see that scoobs has got a bit of a serve from wph on this over there.

We are also improving the transparency and communication of information about the synthetic tracks by moving to publish the Clegg hammer readings prior to raceday for all synthetic track meetings. Clegg hammer record the level of compaction of the synthetic profile. The publication of these readings will give comfort that the tracks are where they need to be and avoid speculation and misinformation filling the void. As noted above, the synthetic tracks are susceptible to variations in temperature and can become tighter with extremely cold weather. They do, therefore, require constant attention (just as turf tracks do) to ensure they remain in the best condition for racing and training, and are not (and have never been considered to be) a low maintenance solution, with their preparation depending on the proposed use (e.g. racing or training) and weather conditions. Accordingly, NZTR subsidises the extra cost of the maintenance of the synthetic tracks to ensure Clubs can maintain them to the level that is required.

Spoil sport.

That's a brilliant idea.

Good Morning Southland Races Abandoned After a track inspection this morning (Friday) by club officials and an RIB representative the Southland races at Ascot Park on Sunday have been abandoned. The track is currently water-logged and the 1600m start point unusable due to surface water. More information will follow in terms of any possible rescheduling. Kind Regards Matt Ivil Racing Coordinator New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing p: +64 4 576 6241, f: +64 4 568 8866 a: 18 Dick St, Cambridge, 3432 LOVERACING.NZ

The heralded announcement which says nothing.

NZTR would like to provide an update on recent developments concerning the Avondale Jockey Club and the future of the Avondale racetrack. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ No images? Click here NZTR and Avondale Jockey Club Endorse Memorandum of Understanding New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) would like to provide an update on recent developments concerning the Avondale Jockey Club (AJC) and the future of the Avondale racetrack. In recent months, NZTR and AJC have been working together to discuss the future of the Avondale racecourse once racing concludes at the venue after the 2025/26 season. On 16 September 2024 NZTR and AJC signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that outlines shared intentions and the collaborative process both parties will follow in the coming months to attempt to finalise an agreement on the future of the racecourse. “NZTR and AJC have worked together in good faith to reach an agreement on the future of the Club’s racecourse.” – Bruce Sharrock, CEO NZTR “We are pleased with the progress throughout our conversations as we work to mutually agree on the pathway forward.” Avondale Jockey Club will host a members-only forum 21 October to discuss the MOU with their membership, alongside NZTR representatives, and will answer any questions concerning the process at that time. NZTR would like to thank AJC as we work toward the best outcome for the Club, West Auckland and broader racing communities. Corporate Communications New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing Contact: Catlyn Calder +64 27 252 2803 nztrcommunications@nztr.co.nz

Timaru Races Postponed Until Tuesday After a Thursday afternoon track inspection by the RIB and the South Canterbury RC Track Manager the decision has been made to postpone tomorrow’s races until Tuesday 8 October. Currently there is water pooling at the 1600m start point and also in areas between the 800m and 400m. The forecast for tomorrow is for significant rain. The fields remain the same and all scratchings will be reinstated. Please note the new start times.

His disqualification start was deferred to today in order for him to meet his engagement obligations yesterday. So, in the interim, he could ride at the trials I think.

So, you don't know that it wasn't?

Hobson's choice?

Only from the RIB as far as I know. They basically said it was the responsibility of NZTR and the clubs though in my view they are ultimately responsible to ensure that tracks are safe to race on race-mornings. 57 noms for 8 races at Marton on Sunday.

Btw, where did you hear that they said it was ok? If they did, they must not have been too convincing.

I doubt it will be used again without major reconstruction.

Bruce Sherwin on handicapping might be an exception?