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4 March 2010
Update on the Eagle Farm course proper
Queensland Racing Limited chairman of stewards, Mr Wade Birch and racecourse development manager, Mr Warren Williams have just concluded a track inspection at Eagle Farm.
Following the inspection Mr Birch has taken the decision to reassess the Eagle Farm track as a Heavy 9.
“This decision follows continued overcast weather conditions in addition to the course being inundated with 163mm of rainfall since last Saturday, where the meeting finished with a Slow 7 rating,” said Mr Birch.
“There is no doubt that the track is genuinely in the very heavy category and there are parts of the back straight that are bordering on Heavy 10. The prevailing weather conditions will dictate the fate of Saturday’s Tattersall’s Racing Club meeting and any measurable rainfall prior to the first race will place the meeting in doubt.
“Following last Saturday’s meeting I had concerns regarding poor visibility and this will be another consideration should we receive any rainfall prior to the meeting. It is my responsibility to ensure the provision of a safe working environment for both horse and rider, and this will be top of mind when considering the fate of Saturday’s meeting.
“I have asked that two horses go over the track on Saturday morning in the presence of stewards to assist with the provision of an accurate track rating for Saturday. Should we be in receipt of any overnight rain, I will bring this forward to Friday morning.”
Ends.
For further information contact QRL chief steward Mr Wade Birch on 0427 608 062.
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