Essential persons (both Staff & Participants) attending today, undertook successful health screenings, wore facemasks, observed social distance requirements, and adhered to room density quotients that in-turn, permitted entry to the venue for exclusive race-day functions and operations.

The Stewards discussed the frequency of racing of Bobby Reiko with Mr Ricky Coleman and noted his comments.

Following the green light being activated by the starter for this event, there was a short delay before the lure was in motion, before stopping prior to the lids opening. All greyhounds were removed from the starting boxes, vetted by the on track Veterinarian and passed fit to run. Stewards had a brief discussion with the lure driver who explained he was distracted and did not see when the green light was activated, as a result he purposely stopped the lure shortly after it was set in motion as he was unsure as to how long the greyhounds were in the starting boxes.

On second attempt to start, the lure did not activate due to a power failure. All greyhound were removed from the starting boxes and escorted back to the kennel block to allow for thorough testing of the lure. Stewards gave all Handlers the option to give their greyhounds a small drink. All greyhounds were re-vetted and passed fit to run. The power source was subsequently switched to run on the generator and the lure was tested several times to the satisfaction of the Stewards. 

Stewards had a further discussion to the lure driver following the event and noted his comments. This incident was referred to relevant management.

As a result this event was rescheduled to start at 11:53am and all following events were pushed back two races. 

Cocomelon and Into The Kitchen were slow to begin. Madison Rose was very slow to begin (4 lengths).

Reiko Shock and Bobby Reiko collided soon after the start. Charlotte Tulip and Bobby Reiko collided at th 50m mark. Reiko Shock and Charlotte Tulip collided approaching the winning post checking Charlotte Tulip.

Madison Rose underwent a post-race veterinary examination and was found to have a right groin injury.  A 5 day stand down period was imposed.

Bobby Reiko underwent a post-race veterinary examination (frequency of racing) - no apparent injury was reported. 

Rev Up Rocco – Late scratching at 8:00am when Kenneth Buxton reported the greyhound to have Diarrhoea (GAR 23).  A 10 day stand down period was imposed. Stewards will require a veterinary certificate pursuant to GAR 20(3)(v) before any future nomination will be accepted. 

This event was rescheduled to 12:08pm.

Mayhem Flash was slow to begin.

Inga Atilio and Black Jam collided soon after the start. Inga Atilio and Whiz Out collided at the 200m mark checking Whiz Out. Nana Pat galloped on Man In Blue at the 200m mark. Let's Trot crossed in at the 200m mark. Let's Trot turned its head to the inside and visibly eased at the 100m mark and collided with Inga Atilio and Whiz Out, checking Inga Atilio and Whiz Out.

Let's Trot underwent a post-race veterinary examination and was found to have a neck injury.  A 7 day stand down period was imposed. Stewards spoke to Mr Gerry Orr regarding the greyhounds racing manners at the 100m mark. Acting under the provisions of GAR 69B (1), Let's Trot was charged with failing to pursue the lure with due commitment (by reason of injury). Mr. Orr pleaded guilty to the charge, Let's Trot was found guilty and must perform a Satisfactory Trial  in accordance with GAR 69B (1) and pursuant to GAR 72, before any future nomination will be accepted.

This event was rescheduled to 12:24pm.

Sound The Bugle was slow to begin.

Flamin' Sam and Jerry Buzzard collided several times from approaching the 200m mark to the 150m mark. Flamin' Sam cheked off Jerry Buzzard approaching the 100m mark. Big Tango checked off Lucky Blonde approaching the 100m mark. Big Tango marred Lucky Blonde approaching the winning post, checking both greyhounds. 

Big Tango underwent a post-race veterinary examination - no apparent injury was reported. 

Stewards spoke to Mr Tony Cortese, the trainer of Big Tango regarding the greyhound’s racing manners approaching the winning post.  Acting under the provisions of GAR 69(1) Big Tango was charged with marring. Mr. Cortese pleaded guilty to the charge, Big Tango was found guilty and suspended for 28 days at Healesville and must perform a Satisfactory Trial in accordance with GAR 69(2) and pursuant to GAR 72, before any future nomination will be accepted.

This event was rescheduled to 12:47pm.

Devil's Spirit was quick to begin.

Dundee Candy and Jonah Alcatraz collided several times from soon after the start to the 250m mark. Dundee Candy, Jonah Alcatraz, Heaven's Tower and Sonic Lauryn collided approaching the 200m mark checking Jonah Alcatraz. Heaven's Tower checked off Sonic Lauryn at the 50m mark. 

You Nugget – Late scratching at 10:45am due to weight variation (GAR 39).  A 10 day stand down period was imposed.  Trainer, Garry Condon was fined $100.

This event was rescheduled to 1:07pm.

Invictus Stella, Ronnie Armo and Zippy Customer were slow to begin.

Zippy Customer crossed to the outside soon after the start. Prince Jed and Stockbroker collided soon after the start. Prince Jed crossed to the outside at the 300m mark checking Stockbroker. Prince Jed and Zippy Customer collided approaching the 150m mark. Boes Bambino and Dundee Zircon collided approaching the winning post. 

This event was rescheduled to 1:22pm.

A pre-race sample was taken from Melanistic.

Aston Cinnamon was quick to begin. Warrior Jake was slow to begin. Melanistic and Rogue Attempt collided soon after the start. Sonic Sensation, Sugar Boloney and Invictus Murray collided at the 250m mark. Sonic Sensation and Golden Years collided approahcing the 200m mark checking Sugar Boloney.

This event was rescheduled to 1:49pm.

Thunderbolt Jack was slow to begin.

Back Net and Rhymes Valley collided at the 300m mark. Lady Kin Lee checked off Swam approaching the 250m mark. Back Net and Rhymes Valley collided at the 250m mark. Barbados Dream and Rain Dance collided several times from the 250m mark to approaching the 150m mark checking Barbados Dream, Rain Dance and Back Net. Barbados Dream checked off Nowhere Nathe at the 150m mark. Rhymes Valley checked off Barbados Dream at the 150m mark and collided with Back Net. Back Net and Lady Kin Lee approaching the winning post checking Back Net. 

This event was rescheduled to 2:09pm.

An out of competition sample was taken from Three Bears on 23 August 2021 pursuant to GAR 79A.

A pre-race sample was taken from Colossal Fire.

Reiko Langer was slow to begin.

Burnish and Master Febey collided several times soon after the start checking both greyhounds; Burnish faltered and lost ground as a result. Colossal Fire and Red Sunset collided approaching the 250m mark. Red Sunset checked off Blair's Tulip approaching the 250m mark. Master Febey and Indy's Dream collided at the 250m mark. Reiko Langer checked off Red Sunset at the 200m mark. 

Burnish underwent a post-race veterinary examination and was found to have injuries to both back muscles.  A 60 day stand down period was imposed.

This event was rescheduled to 2:37pm.

This event was delayed by approximately 1.5 minutes due to Stewards holding at the kennel block to monitor potential storm activity.

A pre-race sample was taken from Scenic Warrior.

My Dad Baz and Little Swagger were quick to begin. Heads Or Tails was slow to begin.

Little Swagger, Lily Rose Jazz and Unsolved Mystery collided soon after the start. Lily Rose Jazz checked off Scenic Warrior at the 100m mark. 

Acting in accordance with the GRV Lightning and Thunderstorm Safety Procedure, racing was suspended at 2:45pm due to torrential rain and continuous lightning strikes within the designated safety zone around the Healesville venue. Stewards inspected the track when safe to do so and were satisfied it was satisfactory for racing. The ramaining races were re-scheduled accordingly.

This event was rescheduled to 3:35pm.

Smokin' Charlie, Clan McMillan, Stunnning One, Especial Envy and Princess Milne collided soon after the start checking Smokin' Charlie, Clan McMillan, Stunnning One and Especial Envy. Smokin' Charlie and Especial Echo collided approaching the 100m mark. 

This event was rescheduled to 3:56pm.

Boes Bandit checked off Diamond Socks soon after the start and collided with Sir Julian. Shady Talks and Diamond Socks collided several times from the 150m mark to the 100m mark checking both greyhounds. Shady Talks and Sir Julian collided several times from approaching the 50m mark to approaching the winning post checking both greyhounds. 

This event was rescheduled to 4:13pm.

Sharpedo – New declared weight of 35.1kg, last raced at 33.5kg.

Out of Aces – New declared weight of 32.2kg, last raced at 30.6kg.

Especial One – New declared weight of 34.6kg, last raced at 33.4kg.

A pre-race sample was taken from Super Nat.

Wake The Dragon, Tiger's Crest, Super Nat and Out of Aces collided soon after the start checking Tiger's Crest and severely checking Super Nat. Tiger's Crest and Out of Aces collided approaching the 50m mark and again approaching the winning post. 

Satisfactory Trial:

Sonny Cabang (marring) - Field of 6, Distance 300m, Weight 31.7kg kg, Box 1, Placed 3rd, Time Run 17.01 - Comment: Cleared straight tracks only.

For The Thrill (seizure)  - Field of 6, Distance 300m, Weight 33.4kg, Box 2, Placed 1st, Time Run 16.87 - Comment: Cleared all tracks.

Orson Delight (unsatisfactory performance)  - Field of 6, Distance 300m, Weight 33.3kg, Box 3, Placed 6th, Time Run 17.85 - Comment: sustained several collisions throughout trial - Cleared straight tracks only.

Hala Diego (fail to chase)  - Field of 6, Distance 300m, Weight 31.9kg, Box 4, Placed 2nd, Time Run 17.00 - Comment: Cleared all tracks.

Chillout Cookie (fail to chase)  - Field of 6, Distance 300m, Weight 31.8kg, Box 7, Placed 5th, Time Run 17.42 - Comment: Turned head to inside approaching the winning post - Not Cleared

Lethal Vision (fail to chase)  - Field of 6, Distance 300m, Weight 32.1kg, Box 8, Placed 4th, Time Run 17.41 - Comment: Cleared all tracks.

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