STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 4 JUNE 2023

RACE 3 (R608)         CLASS 5b – 1300M (C4 lc)

On inquiry, Jockey V Espindola (ANOTHER SHOW) pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he crowded runners on his inside causing FARDUS to be steadied and RACE FOR FAME to check near the 700M.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey V Espindola’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days, to be deferred, with effect from 12 June 2023 and to expire on 18 June 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

RACE 12 (R617)       Class 5b – 1100M (C4 sc) 

At the conclusion of an inquiry, Jockey E Ferreira (SO BEAUTIFUL) pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he shifted out when blocked on straightening causing MISE EN GARDE to check. 

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey E Ferreira’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days, to be deferred, with effect from 12 June 2023 and to expire on 18 June 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.