A post–race sample was taken from Saturday Smile – the winner of the event.

A pre–race sample was taken from Darnum Diva.

Avery Charm was quick to begin. Rosie's Prince and Rowdy Bourbski were slow to begin.

Rosie's Prince - When questioned regarding the greyhounds performance, which stewards deemed below market expectations ($1.60 to $2.60), trainer Steven Bruce White stated that the greyhound has been a slow beginner at its first two starts and he expected the same today. He further stated that the greyhound brushing the running rail approaching the first turn and checking off heels approaching the second turn contributed to the overall performance. Mr White advised his expectations were for the greyhound to make a placing, however did not agree with the opening short price offered and did not support the greyhound. He further added it was his intentions to step the greyhound up in distance believing the greyhound will have a stronger finish and cater towards its slow early speed.  A post–race veterinary examination revealed injuries to the left monkey muscle and left back muscle with a 5 day stand down period issued. A post-race sample was taken.

There were no reportable incidents in the event.

Garry Stun On was quick to begin. Master The Art and Darnum Destroyer were slow to begin.

Sir Chappy and Elli's My Girl were quick to begin. Retro Rocket was slow to begin.

Rezzie's Shout and Run Baba Run were quick to begin. Rebel May Road was slow to begin.

Stewards opened and adjourned an inquiry into an incident in the catching pen. 

Supplementary Report: 1 September 2022 - Stewards finalised an inquiry into the conduct of licensed person Mr Bart Russo when catching the greyhound Rezzie’s Shout after the running of Race 6 at Sandown Park Greyhound Racing Club on Sunday, 14 August 2022. Evidence was taken from Mr Bart Russo, Sandown Park catching pen staff, observations from the Stewards, and CCTV footage of the incident was also viewed. After considering all of the evidence, Mr Russo was issued a charge under GAR 165 (a).

Rule: GAR 165 - Conduct detrimental to the interests of greyhound racing. An offence is committed if a person (including an official): (a) commits or omits to do any act or engages in conduct which is in any way detrimental or prejudicial to the interest, welfare, image, control or promotion of greyhound racing;

Charge: The particulars of the charge being that at Sandown Park Greyhound Racing Club on Sunday, 14 August 2022, shortly after the running of Race 6, Mr Bart Russo caught the greyhound Rezzie’s Shout by the tail, which was detrimental and/or prejudicial to the interests and/or image of greyhound racing.

Mr Russo pleaded Guilty to the charge. After considering submissions on penalty, Stewards issued Mr Russo with a fine of $250. In determining penalty, Stewards took into consideration Mr Russo’s antecedents and disciplinary history, his guilty plea, his personal circumstances, both specific and general deterrence, and the need to maintain the welfare and image of greyhound racing. The Stewards take the opportunity to remind all participants that the proper and sensible handling of greyhounds is non-negotiable and best practise principles must be undertaken, at all times.

Dunwerkin and Black Sail were slow to begin.

Many Ways and Air Race Ace were slow to begin.

Balonne Boy and Blazer Edition were quick to begin. Moonlight Jack was slow to begin.

Fabriola Yanis was slow to begin.

A pre–race sample was unable to be obtained from Slick Sister, a post–race sample was subsequently taken.

Lucky Molly was quick to begin.

Our Girls Shout was quick to begin. Star Burner and Lump Sum were slow to begin. 

Star Burner faltered approaching the turn into the front straight, underwent a post–race veterinary examination and was found to have a left long head triceps muslce injury. A 21 day stand down period was imposed.

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General:

Jimmy Maker – In accordance with GAR 41(5), the greyhound was presented for a re–vet at the conclusion of kennelling as it was found to be injured at Sandown Park on Sunday, 10 July 2022. Jimmy Maker was examined by the on–track veterinarian and found to be not free from injury. Jimmy Maker was not cleared to race. A sample was taken for analysis.

Cleo's Neo - An Out Of Competition sample was taken when the greyhound was presented for a club trial.

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Satisfactory Trial:

A sample was taken from Zylon Bale in accordance with GAR 136, having been presented for a satisfactory trial.

Big Bertha – Marring – Field of 4, Distance 515m, Weight 34.2kg, Box 1, Placed 2nd, Time Run 30.02 – Comment: Cleared All Tracks.

Zylon Bale – Cramp – Field of 4, Distance 515m, Weight 32.6kg, Box 3, Placed 4th, Time Run 30.38 – Comment: Cleared All Tracks.

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