STEWARDS’ REPORT – TUESDAY, 5 JULY 2022

RACE 4 – SHOW HAND

A follow-up veterinary inspection of SHOW HAND (placed 6^th) revealed no abnormalities. Trainer L Moy advised that he was of the opinion that given the gelding was racing first up for four (4) months and was inclined to lay in when tiring. Also, it may have been unsuited by the rail at 6M on this occasion. Trainer L Moy stated that it was his intention to continue with SHOW HAND’s preparation.

RACE 8 – D’GREAT EFFORT

Trainer S Cook advised that on returning to his stables, D’GREAT EFFORT (placed 8^th) was found to be sore over the off side of its hindquarters. He stated that it was his intention to treat the gelding before resuming its work regime. Further, he was of the opinion that D’GREAT EFFORT may have resented the cross-nose band and it was his intention to remove it from the gelding.