Racing Queensland (RQ) has announced adjustments to upcoming race meetings due to the anticipated impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, which is forecasted to make landfall between late Thursday and early Friday near Brisbane.
Thoroughbred Racing
Sunshine Coast Turf Club: Wednesday’s meeting has been abandoned. RQ will assess opportunities to reschedule lost races in the coming days, depending on the cyclone’s effect on the overall racing calendar.
Doomben Racecourse: The meeting scheduled for Friday is under review. Given the forecasted heavy rainfall and strong winds, there is a possibility of cancellation, although no official decision has been made yet.
Gold Coast Turf Club: Saturday’s meeting is also at risk, with RQ closely monitoring weather developments to ensure the safety of participants and attendees.
Harness Racing
Redcliffe Harness Racing Club: Wednesday’s meeting has been abandoned. Further updates on scheduled harness meetings will be provided on Wednesday morning.
Greyhound Racing
Albion Park: All meetings have been canceled until Sunday, March 9, to allow for necessary flood mitigation strategies. RQ will provide additional updates tomorrow regarding race meetings scheduled from Thursday, March 6, to Sunday, March 9, with an official advisory expected by early afternoon.
RQ continues to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as necessary.
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