Healesville Amateur Racing Club

Date:	Saturday 1 November 2025
Track:	Soft 5
Weather:	Fine
Rail:	True entire circuit
Stewards' Panel:	Cooper Hayman (Chair), Michael Williams and Charlie Pellegrino

 

 

Race 1 - BLING IT ON PONY TROPHY RACE(2) HANDICAP - 1650 metres:

Nic Says No Slow to begin. Hung outwards from the 500m proving difficult for rider Ben Moffat to ride out in his normal manner. Rider Ben Moffat reported that the gelding hung outwards. Trainer Troy Kilgower was notified a warning would be recorded against the gelding due to hanging outwards.

Houdini Catarno Near the 1500m was eased when placed close to the heels of Nic Says No (B. Moffat) which shifted in when not quite clear. Rider Ben Moffat was advised to exercise greater care.

 

Race 2 - B.E. WATER OPEN TROPHY RACE HANDICAP - 1650 metres:

Popeye The Sailor Despite approval on the day of acceptances to ride the gelding a kilogram overweight, rider Raymond Douglas was ultimately able to ride Popeye The Sailor at its handicap weight. Raced keenly in the early stages. Passing the 1000m when racing keenly was allowed to stride forward and obtain the lead approaching the 800m.

Pine Valley Slow to begin. Raced keenly in the early stages.

Eight Shout's Eased down over the final 100m. Rider Sebastian Galea reported that the gelding would be better suited over further distances than today's 1650m. A post-race veterinary examination did not reveal any significant findings.

 

Race 3 - HEALESVILLE R.S.L. 0-28 HANDICAP - 1200 metres:

Strikeout Underwent a veterinary examination upon arrival on course, having not raced since 23 November 2024, and was passed suitable to race. Despite approval on the day of acceptances to ride the gelding a kilogram overweight, rider Raymond Douglas was ultimately able to ride Strikeout at its handicap weight.

Mexican Fiddler Began awkwardly. Raced three wide without cover from the 800m. Laid inwards under pressure in the straight. When questioned regarding her riding from the 800m, rider Debbie Waymouth explained as the gelding is one-paced, she elected to commence a three wide run from the 800m to allow Mexican Fiddler clear galloping room to build into the race as the gelding does not race genuinely when ridden amongst other runners.

Dream Of Ruby Raced keenly in the lead.

Bonsafox Raced keenly in the early and middle stages.

Smart Ace Approaching the 300m raced in restricted room between Mexican Fiddler and Strikeout before shifting in and brushing Strikeout. Eased down over the final 150m. Rider Shaun Cooper reported that the mare did not feel comfortable in its action. A post-race veterinary examination revealed the mare had sustained an off fore tendon injury. Trainer Don Dwyer advised that the mare would now be retired, nevertheless he was notified that a veterinary clearance will be required prior to racing again.

Race 4 - HEALESVILLE STOCKFEEDS MAIDEN PLATE - 1000 metres:

Prior to correct weight being declared, rider Leigh Taylor (Hayhat, 2nd placegetter) viewed the Stewards' patrol footage before deciding not to lodge an objection.

Popes Can Talk Slow to begin.

Trojan's Princess Began awkwardly. Held up for clear running from the 400m until passing the 300m. Rider Shaun Cooper reported that the mare race greenly throughout and would be better suited over further distances than today's 1000m.

Not So Common Laid out under pressure from the 400m. Rider Adam Roustoby reported that the gelding would be better suited over further distances than today's 1000m.

Hayhat Near the 50m was brushed by Written For Us which shifted out slightly under pressure.

 

Race 5 - SUTTON GRANGE WINERY OPEN TROPHY RACE HANDICAP - 1000 metres:

Aminatu Underwent a veterinary examination upon arrival at the barriers after making contact with the fence when leaving the mounting enclosure, and was passed suitable to race. Rider Maddison Morris reported that the mare will most likely be retired. Trainer Reece Goodwin confirmed the mare will now be retired. Maddison Morris was reminded of her obligations under the provisions of AR 131(b) to ensure she fully rides her mounts out to the end of the race.

Leica Rock Slow to begin. Rider Melinda McDonald reported that the gelding resented the kick back and failed to travel in the middle stages. Melinda McDonald was reminded of her obligations under the provisions of AR 131(b) to ensure she fully rides her mounts out to the end of the race.

Laminar Began awkwardly and lost ground.

Arroance Laid out under pressure rounding the home turn.

Race 6 - BET365 TROPHY RACE(2) HANDICAP - 1000 metres:

Windy Wheels Raced keenly and wide without cover throughout.

Voriah Held up for a short distance passing the 400m.

Cool Bananas When questioned regarding his riding from the 600m, in particular if there was an opportunity to maintain a tighter racing line to the race leader Dream Statement, rider Sebastian Galea explained that the mare was racing in an anti-clockwise direction for the first time and changed lead legs on several occasions throughout the race. Stewards acknowledged S. Galea's submissions, however advised him that he should have made a greater effort to maintain a tighter racing line to Dream Statement.

SWAB SAMPLES

Pre-race blood for post-race analysis:

Race 3 - Strikeout

Post race samples from following horses:

Race 3 - Magnardo (winner)

Race 4 - Written For Us (winner)

Race 5 - Cesar Bessan (winner)

Raceday Summary

Severe Reprimands:	Race 6, Monica Croston, incorrect gear, AR 106
Horse Actions:	Race 1, Nic Says No, hung out, warning Race 3, Cesar Bessan, tendon injury, veterinary clearance

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