STEWARDS’ REPORT

PERAK JANUARY MEETING 2022 – 19th FEBRUARY 2022

RACE 1 (R225)         CLASS 5(B) – 1600m (lc)      

At the conclusion of an Inquiry today, Jockey S Rosmizan, the rider of SOON YOU THINK pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards in that:

  • he failed to give sufficient rein to SOON YOU THINK on jumping;
  • thereafter, he failed to make any serious attempt to improve his position which was contrary to his Trainer’s instructions and he thereby, failed to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards.

In assessing the penalty, the Panel of Stewards took into consideration Jockey S Rosmizan’s guilty plea, riding records and mitigating factors.   He was suspended from riding in races for a period of three (3) months, effective from Monday, 21st February 2022 and to expire on Friday, 20th May 2022, both dates inclusive.  In addition, Jockey S Rosmizan was fined the sum of RM10,000/- (Malaysian Ringgit: Ten Thousand Only) He was advised of his right of appeal (5.45pm).