Race 2 – FISHKING THUNDER
FISHKING THUNDER, which commenced to buck shortly after the start, was examined by the Veterinary Officer. He said at that time there were no significant findings. FISHKING THUNDER was again examined by the Veterinary Officer at the stables of Trainer D E Ferraris this morning. He said at this time he noted the horse to be lame in its right front leg. Before being allowed to race again, FISHKING THUNDER will now be required to perform to the satisfaction of the Stewards in a barrier trial and be subjected to an official veterinary examination.
Race 3 – ELITE SPIRIT
ELITE SPIRIT, which performed poorly, was examined by the Veterinary Officer. He said at that time there were no significant findings. ELITE SPIRIT was again examined by the Veterinary Officer at the stables of Trainer W Y So this morning. He said at this time he noted the horse to be lame in its right front leg. Before being allowed to race again, ELITE SPIRIT will be subjected to an official veterinary examination.
The Veterinary Officer reported that examinations conducted this morning of all other horses inspected during yesterday’s racemeeting were shown to have no significant findings.