STEWARDS’ REPORT
SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024
SATURDAY, 15 JUNE 2024
STATE OF TRACK: Yielding
Track A6
Panel of Stewards:
2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee
Mr Deanthan Moodley (Chief Stipendiary Steward)
Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)
Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran (Cadet Stipendiary Steward)
RACE 1 (R0569) CLASS 5B – 1200M (SC A6)
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3 |
JAMES BOND (HK Cheng) |
Vet inspection: Bled – Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months) |
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4 |
SUPER DRAGON (O Chavez) |
In view of its performance, a veterinary examination was requested. Vet inspection: Lame both fore & short stride – 1000M/Vet (2 weeks embargo) |
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5 |
TILSWORTH MICK (App R Nuqman) |
Directed out at the 500M. Vet inspection: No significant finding. |
RACE 2 (R0570) CLASS 5A – 1200M (SC A6)
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1 |
DRAGON RYKER (App T Ammar) |
Rolled out at the 1100M. |
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3 |
LIMITLESS VENTURE (J Daniel) |
Jumped awkwardly and slow to begin. |
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4 |
HANDSOME BOY (R Shafiq) |
Raced wide throughout. Vet inspection: No significant finding. |
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5 |
JERAM GOLD (App I Fikri) |
Slow to begin. Raced wide throughout. |
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6 |
BIG CHINA (App R Nuqman) |
Shifted out to continue its run at the 400M. |
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7 |
BIG G (SU Lim) |
Raced wide in the early and middle stages. Vet inspection: No significant finding. Poor performance – 1000M/Vet. |
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8 |
I’M SMART GREY (CK Khaw) |
Raced wide in the early and middle stages. |
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9 |
LUCKY THIRTYNINE (Z Khairil) |
Carried in at the 1100M. |
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HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE |
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Race |
Horse |
Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs) |
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2 |
ZILFIKAR |
-16 |
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Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start. |
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RACE 3 (R0571) CLASS 4A – 1100M (SC A6)
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1 |
VULCAN (App Clyde Leck) |
Raced wide throughout. |
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2 |
DRAGON CAVALLO (App R Nuqman) |
Hung inwards in the early part of the straight. |
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3 |
THUNDER SPIRIT (SU Lim) |
Raced greenly in the running. Had to ease on at least 2 occasions when racing onto heels between the 800M and the 600M. Shifted out to obtain clear running at the 400M. Had to ease momentarily when awkwardly placed on heels in the concluding stages. Vet inspection: Mild heat stress – Vet exam. |
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5 |
ACROBAT (WW Cheah) |
Raced wide around the home turn and into the straight. |
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6 |
FEEL THE FIRE (App M Ekdihar) |
Raced wide around the home turn and into the straight.
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7 |
TIPPING POINT (App I Fikri) |
Rider broke his whip during running and fined RM250/- under MRA Rule 41(7) for using a defective equipment |
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8 |
HOLY ELEANOR (App T Ammar) |
Bumped at the start. |
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9 |
SIMLONG BEACH (HS Gill) |
Raced wide throughout. Poor performance – 1000M/Vet |
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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3 |
HAPPY BIRTHDAY |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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3 |
RADETZKY MARSCH |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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3 |
NAUGHTY KID |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE |
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Race |
Horse |
Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs) |
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3 |
VULCAN |
+29 |
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3 |
DRAGON CAVALLO |
+18 |
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Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start. |
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RACE 4 (R0572) CLASS 5A – 1400M (LC A6)
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2 |
FAMOUS NAME (O Chavez) |
Carried out at the 200M. Vet inspection: No significant finding. |
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6 |
READY TO SEVENLUCK (L De Souza) |
Shifted out at the 200M. |
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7 |
SACRED SEA (Z Khairil) |
Slow into stride. |
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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4 |
ROYALTY’S WISH |
Swollen off hind fetlock |
Vet exam (1 week embargo) |
Course scratching |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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RACE 5 (R0573) CLASS 4A – 1300M (LC A6)
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1 |
TRINITY GENERAL (S Zulfikri) |
Vet inspection: Heel bulb injury on both hind. – Vet exam. |
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5 |
ZANJABEEL (O Chavez) |
Raced wide throughout. Poor performance – 1000M/Vet |
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6 |
STRETCHY FOUR (R Shafiq) |
Vet inspection: No significant finding. |
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7 |
CAST COVE (App M Ekdihar) |
Raced wide throughout. |
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9 |
ANKARA (HS Gill) |
Hung inwards in the straight. |
Jockey J Daniel was examined by the Club Doctor who subsequently stood him down from his riding engagement for his remainder ride.
Jockey S Zulfikri (TRINITY GENERAL) appeared before the Panel and was questioned regarding his riding instructions in this race. He explained that his instructions were to go forward, however, after jumping better than the rest of the field and there not appearing to be any other runner which was faster, he elected to hold his position in front. The Panel noted the explanation of Jockey S Zulfikri, however, he was reminded of his obligation regarding the consistency of his riding in the straight.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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5 |
MR BIG BROTHER |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE |
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Race |
Horse |
Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs) |
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5 |
TRINITY GENERAL |
+16 |
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Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start. |
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RACE 6 (R0574) SUPREME C – 1600M (LC A6)
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3 |
SEMANTAN PRINCE (R Shafiq) |
Slow to begin. An inquiry will be opened into the running and handling of the gelding at a date to be fixed. |
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4 |
LIM’S BETTERREADY (App I Fikri) |
Shifted out for clear running at the 300M. Shifted away from the whip at the concluding stages. |
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5 |
SHOW HAND (L De Souza) |
Hung inwards in the straight, proving difficult to assist. |
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6 |
SACRED JUDGEMENT (App M Ekdihar) |
Raced wide in the early and middle stages. |
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7 |
NOTHERN STAR (App R Nuqman) |
Slow to begin. Momentarily inconvenienced for a clear run in the concluding stages. |
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8 |
MONTANA FLASH (App A Azizi) |
*(See Report) |
App A Azizi (MONTANA FLASH) appeared before the Panel and was questioned regarding his instructions in this race. In this regard, he explained that his instructions were to sit in a handy positon from his good draw. However after jumping as well as he did, he elected to take advantage and lead.
App A Azizi who rode his 40th winner on MONTANA FLASH in this race, would only be entitled to claim 2kgs allowance as from Monday, 17 June 2024.
RACE 7 (R0575) CLASS 5A – 1600M (LC A6)
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1 |
COLONEL CHIEF (Z Khairil) |
An inquiry will be opened into the running and handling of the gelding at a date to be fixed. |
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4 |
SHOQEET (O Chavez) |
Raced wide throughout. |
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6 |
KING OF GLORY (J Daniel) |
Withdrawn at 5:16pm: No suitable rider available. |
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8 |
TIN’S MACHINE (SU Lim) |
Raced wide throughout. |
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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7 |
KING OF GLORY |
No suitable rider available |
– |
Withdrawn at 5:16pm |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC
APPEAL BY JOCKEY MOHD RIZUAN SHAFIQ BIN MAT RUSOF (R SHAFIQ) AGAINST THE SUSPENSION OF TWO (2) MONTHS FOR CONTRAVENTION OF MRA RULE 44(10) IMPOSED BY THE PANEL OF STEWARDS RELATED TO HIS RIDING OF RACEHORSE “ARC TRIUMPH” IN RACE 8 (R0442) ON SUNDAY, 5 MAY 2024 AT THE SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2024
The Selangor Turf Club Appeal Panel heard the above appeal against the penalty imposed on Saturday, 15 June 2024.
After considering submissions from Jockey R Shafiq and the Chief Stipendiary Steward, the Appeal Panel upheld the appeal against the penalty and reduced the suspension from a period of two (2) months to a suspension of one (1) month. Additionally, after hearing evidence on the issue, it further ordered the suspension to be served with effect from 24 June 2024 to 23 July 2024.
The deposit was ordered to be refunded.
APPEAL BY JOCKEY THAM KIN CHONG (KC THAM) AGAINST THE SUSPENSION OF ONE (1) MONTH AND FINE OF RM10,000/- FOR CONTRAVENTION OF MRA RULE 44(10) IMPOSED BY THE PANEL OF STEWARDS RELATED TO HIS RIDING OF RACEHORSE “MR G” IN RACE 6 (R0461) ON SUNDAY, 12 MAY 2024 AT THE SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2024
The Selangor Turf Club Appeal Panel heard the above appeal against the finding and penalty imposed on Saturday, 15 June 2024.
After considering submissions from Jockey KC Tham and the Chief Stipendiary Steward, the Appeal Panel dismissed the appeal against the finding and upheld the appeal against the penalty under MRA Rule 44(10). In this regard, they maintained the suspension of one (1) month but waived the fine of RM10,000/-. Additionally, after hearing evidence on the issue, it further ordered the suspension to be served with effect from 24 June 2024 to 23 July 2024.
The deposit was ordered to be refunded.
RACE 10 (R0558) CLASS 5B – 1300M (SC A), SUNDAY, 9 JUNE 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024
At the conclusion of an inquiry on Saturday, 15 June 2024 at SLTC, Jockey Z Khairil, the rider of MGR ROCKET, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that whilst riding MGR ROCKET in this race, he failed to ensure that he did not cause interference to RACE FOR FAME shortly after the start.
In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey Z Khairil’s guilty plea mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of one (1) Malaysian race day, to be deferred, with effect from 24 June 2024 and to expire on 30 June 2024, both dates inclusive. In lieu of two (2) Malaysian race days, he was also fined RM4,000/-. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.
RACE 7 (R0555) METRO A – 1400M (LC A), SUNDAY, 9 JUNE 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024
At the conclusion of an inquiry on Friday, 14 June 2024 at SLTC, Jockey S Ruzaini, the rider of KING’S COMMAND, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that whilst riding KING’S COMMAND in this race, he failed to ensure that he did not cause interference to GOLDEN KING (App R Nuqman) at the 800M mark.
In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey S Ruzaini’s guilty plea mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of one (1) Malaysian race day, to be deferred, with effect from 24 June 2024 and to expire on 29 June 2024, both dates inclusive. In lieu of one (1) Malaysian race day, he was also fined RM2,000/–. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.
RACE 10 (R0558) CLASS 5B – 1300M (SC A), SUNDAY, 9 JUNE 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024
At the conclusion of an inquiry on Friday, 14 June 2024 at SLTC, Jockey J Daniel, the rider of TRIPLE ONE STAR, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that whilst riding TRIPLE ONE STAR approaching the 1200M mark in this race, he failed to ensure that he did not cause interference to PACIFIC ARMANI.
In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey J Daniel’s guilty plea mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of one (1) Malaysian race day, to be deferred, with effect from 24 June 2024 and to expire on 29 June 2024, both dates inclusive. In lieu of one (1) Malaysian race day, he was also fined RM2,000/–. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.
POST RACE URINE:
9 JUNE 2024
SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024
The report dated 13 June 2024 (V24/090) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 30 coded urine and 32 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 9 June 2024 for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.
JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:
9 JUNE 2024
SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024
The report dated 13 June 2024 (V24/091) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 4 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 9 June 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.
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NON ACCEPTORS |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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4 |
ISLE OF SKY |
Bruised near fore fetlock |
Vet exam |
– |
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7 |
HAPPY FRANKEL |
Respiratory infection |
Vet exam |
– |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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SLTC, SATURDAY, 15 JUNE 2024 |
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POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason/Finding |
Test |
Remark |
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1 |
JAMES BOND |
Bled |
Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months) |
– |
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1 |
SUPER DRAGON |
Lame both fore & short stride |
1000M/Vet (2 weeks embargo) |
– |
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1 |
TILSWORTH MICK |
No significant finding |
– |
– |
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2 |
BIG G |
Poor performance / No significant finding |
1000M/Vet |
– |
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2 |
HANDSOME BOY |
No significant finding |
– |
– |
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3 |
THUNDER SPIRIT |
Mild heat stress |
Vet exam |
– |
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3 |
SIMLONG BEACH |
Poor performance |
1000M/Vet |
– |
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4 |
FAMOUS NAME |
No significant finding |
– |
– |
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5 |
TRINITY GENERAL |
Heel bulb injury on both hind |
Vet exam |
– |
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5 |
ZANJABEEL |
Poor performance |
1000M/Vet |
– |
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5 |
STRETCHY FOUR |
No significant finding |
– |
– |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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Fines |
Race |
Name of Licensee |
Horse Name |
Date of Fine Imposed |
Fine Amount (RM) |
MRA Rule/Regulation |
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R3 |
App I Fikri |
TIPPING POINT |
15/6/24 |
250/- |
Rule 41(7) |
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R7 (9/6/24) |
Jockey S Ruzaini |
KING’S COMMAND |
15/6/24 |
2000/- |
Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) |
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R10 (9/6/24) |
Jockey J Daniel |
TRIPLE ONE STAR |
15/6/24 |
2000/- |
Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) |
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R10 (9/6/24) |
Jockey Z Khairil |
MGR ROCKET |
15/6/24 |
4000/- |
Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) |
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Suspension(s) |
R7 (9/6/24) |
Jockey S Ruzaini (KING’S COMMAND) – 1 Malaysian race day for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) |
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R10 (9/6/24) |
Jockey J Daniel (TRIPLE ONE STAR) – 1 Malaysian race day for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) Jockey Z Khairil (MGR ROCKET) – 1 Malaysian race day for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) |
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Follow Up |
R6 |
Jockey R Shafiq (SEMANTAN PRINCE) |
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R7 |
Jockey Z Khairil (COLONEL CHIEF) |
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