Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG SPRINT TROPHY MEETING 2024

1^ST DAY, SUNDAY, 21^ST JULY 2024

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Dr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan (Assistant Stipendiary Steward)

RACE 1 (MRA 0715) CLASS 5 (B) – 1600M

Trainers B Ng and K Coetzee were each fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for SUNNY FIGHTER (App N Shahronnizam) and THE JEWELLER (S Saddam).

SUNNY FIGHTER (App N Shahronnizam) and MYSTICAL STAR (R Narendran) were both slow into stride.

Approaching the 1400M-mark, ADIRA PEGASUS (A Suriya) eased back on the field, resulting in LEEDSTHEWAY (HK Cheng) and MYSTICAL STAR having to steady and take evasive action. Jockey A Suriya was shown the video of the incident and warned against this practice. He was advised that a repetition may lead to a penalty being imposed.

THE JEWELLER and SUNNY FIGHTER were obliged to race wide on the turn.

Trainer K Coetzee was questioned regarding the improved performance of ADIRA PEGASUS. The only explanation he was able to offer was that this was an extremely weak field today. His explanation was noted.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	ADIRA PEGASUS	A Suriya	1:40.5	–
2^nd	5	THE JEWELLER	S Saddam	–	3
3^rd	3	LEEDSTHEWAY	HK Cheng	–	1
4^th	4	MYSTICAL STAR	R Narendran	–	2

RACE 2 (MRA 0716) CLASS 4 (B) – 1300M

Trainer B Ng was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for BIG MONKEY (R Narendran).

JOEY (S Salee) was racing keen in the early stages.

App N Shahronnizam, the rider of RADETZKY MARSCH, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of RADETZKY MARSCH revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	JOEY	S Salee	1:16.7	–
2^nd	3	BIG MONKEY	R Narendran	–	½
3^rd	4	RADETZKY MARSCH	App N Shahronnizam	–	8
4^th	1	THE BOSS	HK KCheng	–	1

RACE 3 (MRA 0717) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

ESTRELLA which was up 15kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

Trainer S Hamilton was fined RM500/- (Ringgit Malaysia Five Hundred) under PNTC Official Programme Clause 3.4 for scratching EL CHUBASCO without an Official Veterinary Certificate.

Trainer KF Wong was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for SECRET AGENT (S Saddam).

LUKE MAN (A Suriya) stumbled badly on jumping, dislodging its rider. Jockey A Suriya was examined by the Club Medical Officer and was passed fit to race.

A post-race veterinary examination of LUKE MAN revealed that the gelding sustained a small cut on the near fore shoulder and off fore bulb and as such, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	7	MERRY BELL	HK Cheng	1:06.1	–
2^nd	3	KRATOS	J Chuah	–	¾
3^rd	6	BIG POWER	App N Shahronnizam	–	3 ½
4^th	1	ESTRELLA	S Salee	–	¾

RACE 4 (MRA 0718) CLASS 4 (A) – 1100M

Trainer P Arumugam was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for GHOST MARI (HK Cheng).

TERMS OF REFERENCE (App N Shahronnizam) raced wide on the turn.

Trainer S Hamilton would be questioned with regards to the improved performance of SIMLONG BEACH (S Saddam).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	SIMLONG BEACH	S Saddam	1:03.7	–
2^nd	1	BATTLESTAR	S Salee	–	4 ½
3^rd	2	GHOST MARI	HK Cheng	–	Short head
4^th	3	TERMS OF REFERENCE	App N Shahronnizam	–	1 ¼

GENERAL REPORT(S)

RACE 2 (R0686) CLASS 5(B) -1200m(lc), GLENGETTIE HANDICAP,

SUNDAY, 14^TH JULY 2024, PERAK JULY MEETING 2024

The Panel of Stewards today (21^st July 2024) concluded their Inquiry into the running and

handling of USA CAPTAIN (AM Aizat) in the above race. Further evidence was taken from Jockey AM Aizat and Trainer K Coetzee, the rider and trainer of USA CAPTAIN respectively. After taking into consideration all evidence, Jockey AM Aizat was found guilty of a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride USA CAPTAIN to the satisfaction of the Stewards. The particulars of the charge are as follows:-

He failed to make sufficient effort to jump USA CAPTAIN with the field, resulting in it being slow into stride;
He steadied his mount on several occasions for no apparent reason between the 800M-mark and the 500M-mark and he thereby failed to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards;

When deciding on penalty, the Stewards took into account the facts of this case, Jockey AM Aizat’s points of mitigation and his riding record. Jockey AM Aizat was suspended from riding in races for a period of four (4) months with effect from 21^st July 2024 and to expire on 20^th November 2024, both days inclusive. In addition, he was fined a sum of RM20,000/- (Malaysian Ringgit Twenty Thousand). He was advised of his Right of Appeal (11.55 am).

Jockey AM Aizat subsequently lodged a Notice of Appeal and applied for a Stay of Sentence against the 4 months’ suspension and fine of RM20,000/- imposed under MRA Rule 44(10). His application for a Stay of Sentence was GRANTED and the appeal proper will be held at a date to be fixed.

PNTC – SUNDAY, 21^ST JULY 2024
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	BANG BINGO	Sore back	Vet examination
1	TAIWAN CAPTAIN	Bruised both fore fetlocks	Vet examination
2	PEER GYNT	Off fore sole bruise	Vet examination
3	CASTLE OCEAN	Sole bruise off fore	Vet examination
3	WINNING SMILE	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
4	BALIN	Sole bruise near fore	Vet examination
4	MODRIC	Left eye corneal ulcer	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 21^ST JULY 2024
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
3	LUKE MAN	Vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1	Trainer B Ng	SUNNY FIGHTER	21/7/2024	100/-	65(5)(c)
R1	Trainer K Coetzee	THE JEWELLER	21/7/2024	100/-	65(5)(c)
R2	Trainer B Ng	BIG MONKEY	21/7/2024	100/-	65(5)(c)
R3	Trainer S Hamilton	EL CHUBASCO	21/7/2024	500/-	PNTC Official Programme Clause 3.4
R3	Trainer KF Wong	SECRET AGENT	21/7/2024	100/-	65(5)(c)
R4	Trainer P Arumugam	GHOST MARI	21/7/2024	100/-	65(5)(c)
Race 2, 14/7/2024 PRTC	Jockey AM Aizat	USA CAPTAIN	21/7/2024	20,000/-	44(10)
Suspension (s)	Race 2, 14/7/2024 PRTC	Jockey AM Aizat (USA CAPTAIN) – suspended 4 months under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards
Follow-up	R4	Trainer S Hamilton (SIMLONG BEACH)

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG JUNE MEETING 2024

SATURDAY, 8^TH JUNE 2024

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Dr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan (Assistant Stipendiary Steward)

Mr. Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran (Assistant Stipendiary Steward)

RACE 1 (MRA 0545) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M

PENANG MAN, a course scratching as it had sustained a seedy toe near fore foot, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

STARHARMONY (S Saddam) jumped awkwardly and was slow into stride.

LEEDSTHEWAY (R Narendran) and MYSTICAL STAR (L De Souza) were both slow into stride.

NICATOR (App Z Syafifie) was racing keen in the early stages and commenced to give ground at approximately the 600M-mark. A post-race veterinary examination of NICATOR revealed that the gelding returned lame near hind and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

LEEDSTHEWAY started to shift in under the whip from the 200M-mark.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	STARHARMONY	S Saddam	1:25.0	–
2^nd	6	MYSTICAL STAR	L De Souza	–	3 ¼
3^rd	4	DOGE TO THE MOON	App Clyde Leck	–	Head
4^th	5	LEEDSTHEWAY	R Narendran	–	2 ¾

RACE 2 (MRA 0546) CLASS 5 (B) – 1200M

SUPER WHIRLWIND (J Chuah) and COUNTRY LAW (L De Souza) came together after the start and were crowded for room.

COUNTRY LAW and WINNING SMILE (S Saddam) brushed a couple of times from the 200M-mark.

LISBOA STAR (WW Cheah) was hanging in over the concluding stages.

A post-race veterinary examination of PENANG GENERAL (HK Cheng) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	AYAAN	App Z Syafifie	1:12.8	–
2^nd	1	LISBOA STAR	WW Cheah	–	¾
3^rd	6	SUPER WHIRLWIND	J Chuah	–	1
4^th	4	COUNTRY LAW	L De Souza	–	1 ¾

RACE 3 (MRA 0547) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

FLYING SPIDER (R Narendran) jumped awkwardly, brushing the inside gate on jumping and shortly thereafter, brushed the hind quarters of KING POWER (J Chuah).

KING POWER was racing keen in the early stages.

PENANG STAR (App Z Syafifie) was obliged to race wide at the bend and finished the race wide.

A post-race veterinary examination of JULIUS CAESAR (S Saddam) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	KING POWER	J Chuah	1:12.8	–
2^nd	5	MERRY BELL	App N Shahronnizam	–	Short head
3^rd	4	BIG POWER	L De Souza	–	1 ½
4^th	3	FLYING SPIDER	R Narendran	–	1

RACE 4 (MRA 0548) CLASS 4 (A) – 1100M

The Stewards permitted App Z Syafifie to replace Jockey S Saddam as the rider of GEORGETOWN when the latter was stood down by the Club Medical Officer and there was no suitable jockey available.

GHOST MARI (R Narendran) having been loaded, was slightly fractious in the barrier, resulting in the saddle slipping back and the gelding having to be removed from the starting stall and re-saddled.

GHOST MARI jumped awkwardly outwards, brushing EXDREAM (L De Souza).

GEORGETOWN jumped awkwardly inwards, brushing EXDREAM which lost ground in both incidents.

GEORGETOWN shifted in under the whip at the later stages.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	GRAND CHOICE	App Clyde Leck	1:05.2	–
2^nd	3	EXDREAM	L De Souza	–	½
3^rd	4	THE BOSS	App N Shahronnizam	–	Head
4^th	1	GHOST MARI	R Narendran	–	1

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
4	GEORGETOWN	S Saddam	App Z Syafifie	Medical

GENERAL REPORT(S)

GENERAL REPORT(S) – PRTC

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

19^TH MAY 2024

PERAK MAY MEETING 2024

The report dated 30^th May 2024 (V24/079) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 23 coded urine and 27 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 19^th May 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

19^TH MAY 2024

PERAK MAY MEETING 2024

The report dated 30^th May 2024 (V24/080) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 19^th May 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 8^TH JUNE 2024
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	MAIDANZ BEAUTY	Bruised near fore foot	Vet examination
1	SACRED SEA	Stone bruise off fore	Vet examination
1	SUNNY FIGHTER	Sore near fore fetlock	Vet examination
1	THE JEWELLER	Swollen fetlock	Vet examination
1	UNLIMITED STAR	Bruised back	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 8^TH JUNE 2024
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	PENANG MAN	Vet examination
1	NICATOR	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
Nil
Suspension (s)	Nil
Follow-up	Nil

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG MAY MEETING 2024

SUNDAY, 26^TH MAY 2024

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Dr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan (Assistant Stipendiary Steward)

RACE 1 (MRA 0521) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

ESTRELLA which was down 21kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

KIPEH (HK Cheng) over-raced in the early and middle stages.

PENANG STAR (WW Cheah) raced keen in the early and middle stages and was obliged to race wide at the bend.

SECRET AGENT (App Z Syafifie) shifted out from the whip in the concluding stages, inconveniencing ESTRELLA (HS Gill) and bumped FLYING SPIDER (R Narendran). App Z Syafifie, the rider of SECRET AGENT, in the presence of his employing trainer, Mr K Coetzee, was shown the video of his ride and was warned to keep his mount on a straight course in future.

BEST TO ROCK (J Chuah) which raced poorly, will be required to pass a test (1000M//vet) before being declared to race again.

A post-race veterinary examination of BEST TO ROCK revealed no obvious abnormality. The gelding, however, returned having cast its off hind plate.

Jockey N Narendran who rode his 10^th winner on FLYING SPIDER in this race, would only be entitled to claim 3kgs allowance as from Monday, 27^th May 2024.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	5	FLYING SPIDER	R Narendran	1:05.9	–
2^nd	7	PENANG STAR	WW Cheah	–	Neck
3^rd	6	BIG POWER	L De Souza	–	Head
4^th	3	SECRET AGENT	App Z Syafifie	–	Short head

RACE 2 (MRA 0522) RAPID STAKES A – 1100M

(ONLY APPRENTICES ALLOWANCES PERMITTED)

NO REGRETS which was down 23kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

BIG DOCTOR (App N Shahronnizam) over-raced in the early stages.

CIRCUIT MISSION (WW Cheah) had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that GHOST MARI (L De Souza) returned having cast its near fore plate.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	CIRCUIT MISSION	WW Cheah	1:03.6	–
2^nd	1	BIG DOCTOR	App N Shahronnizam	–	Neck
3^rd	3	NO REGRETS	HS Gill	–	1 ¼
4^th	4	GHOST MARI	L De Souza	–	2 ½

RACE 3 (MRA 0523) CLASS 4 (B) – 1400M

RULE THE WORLD (App N Shahronnizam) jumped awkwardly and brushing THE BOSS (HS Gill) shortly after the start.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	MANDRAKE	App Z Syafifie	1:24.7	–
2^nd	3	BIG MONKEY	L De Souza	–	Short head
3^rd	4	RULE THE WORLD	App N Shahronnizam	–	2 ¼
4^th	1	THE BOSS	HS Gill	–	1

RACE 4 (MRA 0524) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M

MY MONEY which was down 16kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

JULIUS CAESAR (L De Souza) jumped awkwardly.

At approximately the 900M-mark, MY MONEY (R Narendran) shifted in, inconveniencing ONE MILLION (J Chuah). Jockey R Narendran was shown the video of this incident and was warned to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that PENANG MAN (App N Shahronnizam) returned cut on its near hind coronet.

A post-race veterinary examination of ONE MILLION (J Chuah) which raced poorly, revealed no obvious abnormality. ONE MILLION will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

When questioned regarding the improved performance of JULIUS CAESAR today, Trainer K Coetzee explained that the field today was of a weaker calibre compared to the last start. Furthermore, this gelding performs well on this track. Trainer K Coetzee’s explanation was noted and his attention was drawn to the rules regarding “in- and-out” running. (MRA Rule 117(3))

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	JULIUS CAESAR	L De Souza	1:17.7	–
2^nd	1	DISCRETELY RED	App Z Syafifie	–	1 ¼
3^rd	4	PENANG MAN	App N Shahronnizam	–	1
4^th	2	MY MONEY	R Narendran	–	¾

RACE 5 (MRA 0525) CLASS 5 (B) – 1300M

MYSTICAL STAR (L De Souza) and SUNNY FIGHTER (HK Cheng) were both slow to begin.

Jockey R Narendran, the rider of YOU ARE SPECIAL, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of YOU ARE SPECIAL revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	STARHARMONY	App Z Syafifie	1:17.6	–
2^nd	6	YOU ARE SPECIAL	R Narendran	–	5
3^rd	3	LEEDSTHEWAY	HS Gll	–	3
4^th	5	PENANG GENERAL	App N Shahronnizam	–	1 ½

GENERAL REPORT(S)

GENERAL REPORT(S) – PRTC

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

11^TH MAY 2024

PERAK MAY MEETING 2024

The report dated 23^rd May 2024 (V24/074) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 30 coded urine and 30 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 11^th May 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

11^TH MAY 2024

PERAK MAY MEETING 2024

The report dated 23^rd May 2024 (V24/075) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 11^th May 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SUNDAY, 26^TH MAY 2024
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
5	NICATOR	Sore back	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 26^TH MAY 2024
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	BEST TO ROCK	1000M & vet examination
4	ONE MILLION	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
Nil
Suspension (s)	Nil
Follow-up	Nil

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG APRIL MEETING 2024

SUNDAY, 21^ST APRIL 2024

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Dr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan (Assistant Stipendiary Steward)

RACE 1 (MRA 0376) CLASS 5 (B) – 1400M

MYSTICAL STAR (TK Barnabas) jumped awkwardly and was slow into stride.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	MERRY BELL	R Narendran	1:25.8	–
2^nd	3	LEEDSTHEWAY	HK Cheng	–	1 ½
3^rd	1	SUNNY FIGHTER	App N Shahronnizam	–	¾
4^th	2	MYSTICAL STAR	TK Barnabas	–	4 ¼

RACE 2 (MRA 0377) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

A post-race veterinary examination of BEST TO ROCK (TK Barnabas) which raced poorly revealed no obvious abnormality. BEST TO ROCK will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	PENANG MAN	App N Shahronnizam	1:11.9	–
2^nd	4	PARISBAS	R Narendran	–	½
3^rd	3	BIG POWER	HK Cheng	–	½
4^th	1	BEST TO ROCK	TK Barnabas	–	Distance

RACE 3 (MRA 0378) BANDED 44 AND ABOVE – 1200M

(ONLY APPRENTICES ALLOWANCES PERMITTD)

THE BOSS (App N Shahronnizam) jumped awkwardly and was slow into stride.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	BIG DOCTOR	R Narendran	1:10.3	–
2^nd	4	BIG MONKEY	TK Barnabas	–	Neck
3^rd	2	GHOST MARI	HK Cheng	–	2 ½
4^th	3	THE BOSS	App N Shahronnizam	–	1 ½

GENERAL REPORT(S)

GENERAL REPORT(S) – PRTC

STEWARD’S EMBARGO FROM PRTC EQUINE HOSPITAL

FROM 22^ND FEBRUARY 2024 TO 21^ST MARCH 2024

The Senior Veterinary Surgeon of Perak Turf Club reported that the following horse had undergone corrective surgery at the Perak Turf Club Equine Hospital between 22^nd February 2024 to 21^st March 2024 and as such, will be subjected to pass a Steward’s Embargo Test before being declared to race again :

PONTIANAK (V185) Tr. S Shanmugam – Arthroscopy Right Fore Knee – 1000M/Vet

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

25^TH FEBRUARY 2024

PERAK FEBRARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 7^th March 2024 (V24/033) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 20 coded urine and 22 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 25^th February 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

25^TH FEBRUARY 2024

PERAK FEBRUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 7^th March 2024 (V24/034) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 25^th February 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

3^RD MARCH 2024

PERAK MARCH MEETING 2024

The report dated 15^th March 2024 (V24/037) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 3^rd March 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

23^RD MARCH 2024

PERAK MARCH MEETING 2024

The report dated 4^thApril 2024 (V24/047) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 23 coded urine and 25 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 23^rd March 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

23^RD MARCH 2024

PERAK MARCH MEETING 2024

The report dated 4^th April 2024 (V24/048) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 23^rd March 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

7^TH APRIL 2024

PERAK APRIL MEETING 2024

The report dated 19^th April 2024 (V24/052) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 29 coded urine and 31 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 7^th April 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

7^TH APRIL 2024

PERAK APRIL MEETING 2024

The report dated 19^th April 2024 (V24/053) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 7^th April 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SUNDAY, 21^ST APRIL 2024
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	PENANG GENERAL	Bruised off fore sole	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 21^ST APRIL 2024
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
2	BEST TO ROCK	1000M & vet examination
PRTC (22/2/2024 to 21/3/2024)	PONTIANAK	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
Nil
Suspension (s)	Nil
Follow-up	Nil

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT PENANG

FEBRUARY MEETING 2024

SATURDAY, 17^TH FEBRUARY 2024

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Dr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan (Assistant Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran (Assistant Stipendiary Steward)

RACE 1 (MRA 0172) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M

Trainer B Ng was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to confirm with Jockey S Salee before declaring him on MERRY BELL.

The Stewards ordered the withdrawal of MERRY BELL at 2.08 pm as there was no suitable rider available.

TWINKLE STAR (AM Aizat) brushed the inside gate on jumping and was slow to begin.

PENANG GENERAL (R Narendran) was slow into stride.

PENANG MAN (App N Shahronnizam) was hanging out in the latter stages and finished the race wide.

App SN Shiva, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, K Coetzee, was questioned as to why he switched out for a run at about the 400M-mark when there appeared to be room for him on the inside. He explained that he had been instructed to shift his horse to the outside at that stage of the race for his horse to obtain a run. This was confirmed by Trainer K Coetzee. The explanation was noted.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	PENANG MAN	App N Shahronnizam	1:14.4	–
2^nd	1	JULIUS CAESAR	App SN Shiva	–	½
3^rd	5	PENANG GENERAL	R Narendran	–	2
4^th	2	SUNNY FIGHTER	App P Haris	–	1 ¾

RACE 2 (MRA 0173) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

SUNNY STAR (R Narendran) was slow into stride.

A post-race veterinary examination of BOSSKU (AM Aizat) revealed no obvious abnormality. An Inquiry into the running and handling of BOSSKU will be held at 2.00pm on Monday, 26^th February 2024 at the Perak Turf Club.

Trainer K Coetzee was questioned with regards to the improved performance of JAPAN CAPTAIN (App SN Shiva) today. He had no tangible explanation to offer except that JAPAN CAPTAIN was racing over its preferred distance, coupled with the good draw and the going. This, in his opinion, accounted for the improved performance. Trainer K Coetzee’s explanation was noted and his attention was drawn to the rules regarding “in-and-out” running (MRA Rule 117(3)).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	JAPAN CAPTAIN	App SN Shiva	1:04.8	–
2^nd	2	ESTRELLA	S Salee	–	½
3^rd	1	YES BOSSY	App P Haris	–	2
4^th	4	BIG POWER	App N Shahronnizam	–	5

GENERAL REPORT(S)

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

27^TH JANUARY 2024

PENANG JANUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 8^th February 2024 (V24/017) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 7 coded urine and 11 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 29^th January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

27^TH JANUARY 2024

PENANG JANUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 8^th February 2024 (V24/018) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 29^th January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – PRTC

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

4^TH FEBRUARY 2024

PERAK FEBRUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 15^th February 2024 (V24/020) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 29 coded urie and 31 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 4^th February 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

4^TH FEBRUARY 2024

PERAK FEBRUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 15^th February 2024 (V24/021) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 4^th February 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC, SATURDAY, 17^TH FEBRUARY 2024
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	Nil
2	Nil

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1	Trainer B Ng	MERRY BELL	17/2/2024	250/-	152(5)(a)
Suspension (s)	Nil
Follow-up	R2	Running and handling of BOSSKU (AM Aizat)

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG JANUARY MEETING 2024

SATURDAY, 27^TH JANUARY 2024

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

RACE 1 (MRA 0098) CLASS 5 (B) – 1400M

App P Haris arrived late on course. After investigation, the Stewards warned him that a repetition may lead to a penalty being imposed in the future. SUNNY STAR (App P Haris) was slow into stride.

The bridle of POWER EXPRESS (App SN Shiva) came adrift shortly after the start, placing the rider at a disadvantage throughout the race. This matter will be investigated further. App SN Shiva dismounted on pulling up.

MERRY BELL (J Daniel) was racing keen in the early stages of the race.

SUNNY STAR was obliged to race wide rounding the turn and into the straight.

PENANG MAN (App N Sharonnizam) switched outwards to obtain clear running passing the 300M-mark.

Arising from an incident involving Jockey J Daniel in the unsaddling area after the running of this race, an Inquiry into this matter will be held at a date to be fixed.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	7	PENANG MAN	App N Sharonnizam	1:26.2	–
2^nd	5	PENANG GENERAL	S Ruzaini	–	2 ¼
3^rd	2	MYSTICAL STAR	AM Aizat	–	Head
4^th	4	MERRY BELL	J Daniel	–	1 ½

RACE 2 (MRA 0099) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

BIG POWER which was up 17 kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

Acting on veterinary advice that PARISBAS (AM Aizat) cast its off fore plate which could not be re-shod, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of PARISBAS at 2.46pm.

YES BOSSY (S Ruzaini) jumped awkwardly.

Approaching the 200M-mark, FLYING SPIDER (R Narendran) shifted inwards away from the whip.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	FLYING SPIDER	R Narendran	1:11.8	–
2^nd	1	YES BOSSY	S Ruzaini	–	3 ½
3^rd	3	BIG POWER	App N Sharonnizam	–	Neck
4^th	2	SUNNY FIGHTER	J Daniel	–	1

RACE 3 (MRA 0100) CLASS 4 (A) – 1100M

LEGEND WAR (S Ruzaini) and VETRI (AM Aizat) were scratched at 2.44pm under MRA Rule 12(2)(p). As the Trainers/Assistant Trainers concerned were not on course, an Inquiry into this matter will be held at a date to be fixed.

GHOST MARI (App R Nuqman) was fractious in the barrier, reared up and stumbled on jumping. App R Nuqman subsequently reported that GHOST MARI was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination revealed that GHOST MARI returned lame off fore and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that GENERAL NIX (App P Haris) cast its near hind plate on returning and bled. The gelding will be barred from racing for a period of three (3) months under MRA Rule 92(3)(a)&(b) and thereafter will be required to pass a bleeder’s test before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	SPIDERMAN	App SN Shiva	1:05.4	–
2^nd	5	GENERAL NIX	App P Haris	–	3
3^rd	1	GHOST MARI	App R Nuqman	–	3 ¾
4^th	–	–	–	–	–

GENERAL REPORT(S)

GENERAL REPORT(S) – PRTC

The Senior Veterinary Surgeon of Perak Turf Club reported that the following horses had undergone corrective surgery at the Perak Turf Club Equine Hospital between 22^nd November 2023 and 21^st December 2023 and as such, will be subjected to pass a Steward’s Embargo Test before being declared to race again :-

GIFTED (V251) Tr. Peter Lee – Tie-back + Hobday – 1000M/Vet
BEAT THE LIGHT (H323) Tr. S Cook – Arthoscopy left fetlock – 1000M/Vet

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

6^TH JANUARY 2024

PERAK JANUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 18^th January 2024 (V24/004) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 24 sets of coded urine and 26 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 6^h January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

6^TH JANUARY 2024

PERAK JANUARY MEETING 2023

The report dated 18^th January 2024 (V24/005) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 6^th January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

13^TH JANUARY 2024

PERAK JANUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 25^th January 2024 (V24/009) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 11 sets of coded urine and 13 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 13^th January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

13^TH JANUARY 2024

PERAK JANUARY MEETING 2023

The report dated 25^th January 2024 (V24/010) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 13^th January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 27^TH JANUARY 2024
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	CHERISH	Sole bruise near fore	Vet examination
2	JULIUS CAESAR	Bruised both fore fetlock	Vet examination
2	BANGKOK BOY	Sore back	Vet examination
2	PURPLE RAIN	Bruised near fore cannon	Vet examination
2	KIPEH	Sole bruise near fore	Vet examination
2	DIAMOND SET	Sole bruise off hind	Vet examination
2	YOU ARE SPECIAL	Sore back	Vet examination
2	NATUREISSPEAKING	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
3	LINCOLN MOONLIGHT	Bruised off hind fetlock	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 27^TH JANUARY 2024
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
3	GHOST MARI	1000M & vet examination
3	GENERAL NIX	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
PRTC	GIFTED & BEAT THE LIGHT	1000M & vet examination each

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
	Nil
Suspension (s)	Nil
Follow-up	R1	Jockey J Daniel – incident in the unsaddling area. Trainer K Coetzee & App SN Shiva (POWER EXPRESS)
	R3	Trainer HY Cheng – scratching of LEGEND WAR & VETRI

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG DECEMBER GOLD CUP MEETING 2023

2^ND DAY, SATURDAY, 30^TH DECEMBER 2023

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

RACE 1 (MRA 1376) RAPID STAKES A – 1300M

[ONLY APPRENTICES ALLOWANCES PERMITTED]

No report.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	BIG DOCTOR	KC Tham	1:14.5	–
2^nd	2	MOONGATE LIGHT	WW Cheah	–	4 ¾
3^rd	3	RELAU STAR	S Saddam	–	3 ¾
4^th	–	–	–	–	–

RACE 2 (MRA 1377) CLASS 4 (B) – 1300M

VETRI and MAIDANZ BEAUTY which were down 15kgs and 24kgs in body weight respectively since their last runs, were both checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and were passed fit to start.

MAIDANZ BEAUTY (S Ruzaini) stumbled on jumping.

At approximately the 1100M-mark, MERCURIAL TURN (WW Cheah) became crowded and had to check when VETRI (HK Cheng) rolled inwards. At a subsequent Inquiry, Jockey HK Cheng pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) and was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) race days with effect from Sunday 31^st December 2023 and to expire on Sunday, 7^th January 2024, both days inclusive. He was informed of his Right of Appeal (2.35 pm).

At about the 700M-mark, MERCURIAL TURN was crowded when racing tight on the inside of LUCKY STAR (App H Haikal).

Over the concluding stages, TRUDY (KC Tham) shifted out from the whip, finishing the race wide.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that UNDER OATH (AM Aizat) bled and will be barred from racing for a period of three (3) months under MRA Rule 92(3)(a)&(b) and thereafter will be required to pass a bleeder’s test before being declared to race again.

App H Haikal, the rider of LUCKY STAR, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no obvious abnormality.

Post-race veterinary examinations of RADETZKY MARSCH (App SN Shiva) and MERCURIAL TURN revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	TRUDY	KC Tham	1:16.2	–
2^nd	5	MAIDANZ BEAUTY	S Ruzaini	–	3 ¼
3^rd	9	DISCRERELY RED	S Saddam	–	1 ½
4^th	4	STRAIGHT N ARROW	S Zulfikri	–	½

RACE 3 (MRA 1378) CLASS 4 (A) – 1300M

BLUE HAWAII (S Ruzaini) stumbled on jumping and was slow into stride.

CLARTON TREASURE (KC Tham) was slow into stride and was obliged to race wide on the turn.

ARIF (App H Haikal) was hanging in in the later stages.

The saddle on RHYTHM OF ZEN (App R Nuqman) slipped backwards in the running.

Jockey S Ruzaini, the rider of BLUE HAWAII, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of BLUE HAWAII revealed that the gelding returned with respiratory distress and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

A post-race veterinary examination of WINNER’S EUPHORIA (AM Aizat) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	QIJI DIAMOND	R Narendran	1:15.5	–
2^nd	4	CLARTON TREASURE	KC Tham	–	½
3^rd	7	RHYTHM OF ZEN	App R Nuqman	–	Neck
4^th	9	ARIF	App H Haikal	–	Head

RACE 4 (MRA 1379) CLASS 5 (A) – 1600M

FIRST SUCCESS (App H Haikal) was pulling hard and difficult to settle in the early stages.

Jockey How Yang, the rider of JEFFREY, reported that his mount was making abnormal respiratory noise. A post-race veterinary examination of JEFFREY revealed that the gelding returned broken-winded and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Post-race veterinary examinations of RISE OF THE LEGEND (App R Nuqman) and MAINSTREAM (S Ruzaini) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Jockey How Yang, the rider of JEFFREY, was questioned with regards to his ride at approximately the 800M-mark. The only explanation he was able to offer was that he had attempted to shift his horse outwards for a number of strides for a run. The Stewards were not entirely satisfied with his explanation and he was warned to ensure that in future, he rides all his mount out in such a manner so as to leave no room for query.

Prior to the ‘All Clear’ being given, an objection was lodged by Jockey R Narendran, the rider of HELLO MONDAY, placed 5^th, against PENANG GENERAL (AM Aizat), being declared the 2^nd place getter, on the grounds of alleged interference at the latter stages. After considering the evidence, the Racing Stewards were of the opinion that the alleged interference had not affected the result of the race. The objection was overruled and the result stood.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	DAVINCI	App SN Shiva	1:37.2	–
2^nd	9	PENANG GENERAL	AM Aizat	–	Short head
3^rd	6	MYSTICAL STAR	App N Shahronnizam	–	½
4^th	8	NAMBIAR ROCKET	SU Lim	–	Neck

RACE 5 (MRA 1380) CLASS 4 (A) – 1700M

At approximately the 1400M-mark, MANDRAKE (S Saddam) had to steady in a tightly-bunched field.

A post-race veterinary examination of THUNDERGOD (KC Tham) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	MANDRAKE	S Saddam	1:41.6	–
2^nd	4	SMART RACER	S Ruzaini	–	1
3^rd	3	NORDIC GEM	SU Lim	–	½
4^th	1	LEGEND WAR	App R Nqman	–	2 ½

RACE 6 (MRA 1381) PENANG GOLD CUP – 2000M

GOLDEN PAYOUT, a course scratching as it had sustained a bruised tendon near fore, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

SHANGHAI NIGHTS and CHEVAL BLANC which were down 15kgs and 21kgs in body weight respectively since their last runs, were both checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and were passed fit to start.

TEOCHEW KID (HK Cheng) jumped awkwardly.

At approximately the 1600M-mark, RAGNAR (AM Aizat) rolled inwards, crowding LEOPARD ECLIPSE (S Saddam) onto OZZY STAR (SU Lim). TEOCHEW KID which was following, was also inconvenienced slightly.

RAGNAR was hanging out in the straight.

Over the concluding stages, CHEVAL BLANC (KC Tham) and GOLDEN KING (App R Nuqman) drifted out under pressure, both finishing the race wide.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that OZZY STAR returned cut into its off fore cannon.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	CHEVAL BLANC	KC Tham	2:00	–
2^nd	11	GOLDEN KING	App R Nuqman	–	Short head
3^rd	9	RAGNAR	AM Aizat	–	¾
4^th	1	SHANGHAI NIGHTS	E Ferreira	–	2 ¼

RACE 7 (MRA 1382) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M

YES BOSSY which was down 15kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

As there was no suitable apprentice available, the Stewards authorized Jockey SU Lim to replace App H Haikal as the rider of MY MONEY when the latter was stood down by the Club Medical Officer.

Jockey S Zulfikri, the rider of PERSEUS PEGASUS, was certified unfit to ride by the Club Medical Officer. The Stewards ordered the withdrawal of PERSEUS PEGASUS at 4.48pm.

BIG MONKEY ((App R Nuqman) was hanging in in the straight, shifted inwards, carrying MODRIC (KC Tham) inwards.

Prior to the ‘All Clear’ being given, an objection was lodged by Jockey KC Tham, the rider of MODRIC, placed second, against BIG MONKEY being declared the winner on the grounds of alleged interference on the latter stages. After considering the evidence, the Racing Stewards were of the opinion that the alleged interference had affected the result of the race. The objection was upheld and the placings were amended to read as follows:

1^st – MODRIC (KC Tham)

2^nd – BIG MONKEY (App R Nuqman)

3^rd – ROYALTY’S WISH (S Ruzaini)

4^th – MY MONEY (SU Lim)

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	MODRIC	KC Tham	1:22.9	–
2^nd	2	BIG MONKEY	App R Nuqman	–	Nose
3^rd	5	ROYALTY’S WISH	S Ruzaini	–	1
4^th	6	MY MONEY	SU Lim	–	Short head

RACE 8 (MRA 1383) CLASS 5 (B) – 1400M

D’GREAT RISE which was down 22kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

The Stewards permitted Jockey AM Aizat to replace Jockey J Daniel as the rider of CHAR SIEW when the latter was certified unwell.

The Stewards permitted Jockey K Eirwan to replace Jockey S Zulfikri as the rider of MGR ROCKET.

This race was re-scheduled to start 5 minutes later at 5.20pm. and was run in steady rain.

MISS MICHELLE (HK Cheng) was difficult to load and became fractious, injuring Jockey HK Cheng who was then medically stood down by the Club Medical Officer. MISS MICHELLE was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at 5.25pm and will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

At approximately the 800M-mark, LUCK HAPPY (App SN Shiva) steadied when racing tight on the inside of LEEDSTHEWAY (App R Nuqman).

PENANG MAN (App N Sharonnizam) was obliged to race wide on the turn.

At about the 50M-mark, LUCK HAPPY was inconvenienced when CHAR SIEW rolled in.

Jockey WW Cheah, the rider of D’GREAT RISE, reported that he felt something was amiss with his mount as it was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of D’GREAT RISE revealed no obvious abnormality.

All riders returned 1 kg over due to the inclement weather.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	MGR ROCKET	K Eirwan	1:23.6	–
2^nd	1	SUNNY STAR	S Saddam	–	Head
3^rd	3	LEEDSTHEWAY	App R Nuqman	–	1 ¼
4^th	7	SILVER JOY	SU Lim	–	½

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
7	MY MONEY	App H Haikal	SU Lim	Medical
8	MGR ROCKET	S Zulfikri	K Eirwan	Medical
8	CHAR SIEW	J Daniel	AM Aizat	Medical

GENERAL REPORT(S)

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

9^THDECEMBER 2023

PENANG DECEMBER GOLD CUP MEETING 2023

The report dated 21^st December 2023 (V23/191) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 9 sets of coded urine and 15 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 11^th December 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

9^TH DECEMBER 2023

PENANG DECEMBER GOLD CUP MEETING 2023

The report dated 21^st December 2023 (V23/192) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 11^th December 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

17^THDECEMBER 2023

PERAK DECEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 28^th December 2023 (V23/194) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 29 sets of coded urine and 33 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 17^th December 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

17^TH DECEMBER 2023

PERAK DECEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 28^th December 2023 (V23/195) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 17^th December 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 30^TH DECEMBER 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	VIOLET	Left eye corneal ulcer	Vet examination
1	WHITE HOOF BIRD	Injury near hind lateral tendon	Vet examination
1	GOLDEN SARDINE	Tying up	Vet examination
1	HEART OF FIRE	Bruised off fore tendon	Vet examination
1	TOPMOST	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
1	GRAND CHOICE	Bruised both fore suspensory ligament	Vet examination
2	SELANGOR STAR	Swollen off hind leg and injury off fore lateral fetlock	Vet examination
3	META HILTON	Respiratory infection	Vet examination
4	MY GOODNESS	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
4	SOON YOU THINK	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
4	IRON FIST	Abrasion wound right hip	Vet examination
5	MENTAL	Stone bruise off fore	Vet examination
5	RULE THE WORLD	Sole bruise near fore	Vet examination
6	XENA	Bruised back	Vet examination
6	SAN ANDREAS	Phlebitis	Vet examination
6	SHIMI GO	Stone bruise near fore	Vet examination
6	TELLER	Injury off fore medial fetlock	Vet examination
7	JULIUS CAESAR	Bruised off hind fetlock	Vet examination
7	ALL WHITE	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
7	ARROGATE ACHIEVER	Bruised near fore tendon	Vet examination
7	LOOKS GOOD	Bruised off hind cannon	Vet examination
7	BRISTOL DIAMOND	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
8	RACE FOR FAME	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
8	DOGE TO THE MOON	Sore back	Vet examination
8	CHIPS	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
8	WINNING SMILE	Sole bruise near fore	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 30^TH DECEMBER 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	Nil
2	UNDER OATH	Bleeder’s Test (3 months)
3	BLUE HAWAII	1000M & vet examination
4	JEFFREY	1000M & vet examination
5	Nil
6	GOLDEN PAYOUT	Vet examination
7	Nil
8	MISS MICHELLE	1 starting stall test

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
Nil
Suspension (s)	R2	Jockey HK Cheng (VETRI) – suspended 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)
Follow-up	Nil

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG DECEMBER YANG DI-PERTUA NEGERI GOLD CUP MEETING 2023

1^STDAY, SATURDAY, 9^TH DECEMBER 2023

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

RACE 1 (MRA 1321) CLASS 5 (B) – 1300M

MY AIM which was down 16kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

Jockeys S Saddam and S Hafis both encountered traffic problem enroute to the Club. The Stewards permitted Jockey K Eirwan to replace Jockey S Saddam as the rider of SUNNY STAR. As there was no suitable jockey available, the Stewards permitted App R Nuqman to replace Jockey S Hafis as the rider of LISBOA STAR.

SILVER JOY (HS Gill) dipped on jumping.

LISBOA STAR jumped awkwardly.

PENANG GENERAL (How Yang) was hanging in shortly after the start and showed no pace despite being urged.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that LEEDSTHEWAY returned having cast its off hind plate.

Trainer P Arumugam was questioned regarding the improved performance of LEEDSTHEWAY (R Narendran) today. He explained that today, he changed his instructions and instructed the jockey to come from off the pace and give the horse a chance early and come with a strong run in the straight. This, in his opinion, accounted for the improvement. Trainer P Arumugam’s explanation was noted and his attention was drawn to the rules regarding “in- and-out” running. (MRA Rule 117(3)).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	LEEDSTHEWAY	R Narendran	1:17.2	–
2^nd	7	LUCK HAPPY	L De Souza	–	Neck
3^rd	5	SILVER JOY	HS Gill	–	Neck
4^th	1	SUNNY STAR	K Eirwan	–	Short head

RACE 2 (MRA 1322) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M

UNSHADOWED GENERAL, a course scratching as it had sustained an infected wound near fore, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

MYSTICAL STAR (App N Shahronnizam) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and was passed fit to start.

The Stewards permitted Jockey S Ruzaini to replace Jockey S Saddam as the rider of SUNNY FIGHTER.

TRIPLE ONE STAR (S Hafis), MY MONEY (SU Lim) and POWER EXPRESS (App SN Shiva) were all slow into stride.

Post-race veterinary examinations of SUNNY FIGHTER and POWER EXPRESS revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer B Ng was questioned regarding the improved performance of BIG MONKEY (App R Nuqman) today. The only explanation he was able to offer was that the horse is home-based, he enjoyed this track, coupled with the fact that this was a weaker field. Trainer B Ng’s explanation was noted and his attention was drawn to the rules regarding “in- and-out” running. (MRA Rule 117(3)).

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, Jockeys S Saddam and S Hafis both pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for misconduct in that despite arriving on course on time for Race 2, they failed to proceed to the Weighing Room immediately, resulting in a delay to the weighing-out and the start of the race. Jockeys S Saddam and S Hafis were each fined a sum of RM500/- and advised of their Right of Appeal (4.35 pm).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	BIG MONKEY	App R Nuqman	1:17.1	–
2^nd	1	MY MONEY	SU Lim	–	1 ¾
3^rd	7	MERRY BELL	L De Souza	–	1 ¼
4^th	5	TRIPLE ONE STAR	S Hafis	–	1 ½

RACE 3 (MRA 1323) CLASS 4 (A) – 1200M

MYO, a course scratching as it was bruised off fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Trainer S Hamilton was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for WINNER’S EUPHORIA (App SN Shiva).

Trainer S Hamilton was further fined RM500/- under PNTC Official Programme Clause 3.4 for scratching TERMS OF REFERENCE without an Official Veterinary Certificate.

SIMLONG BEACH (S Ruzaini) raced keenly in the early stages.

GHOST MARI (App R Nuqman) was hanging inwards in the straight.

App R Nuqman, the rider of GHOST MARI, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of GHOST MARI revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer S Hamilton was questioned regarding the improved performance of WINNER’S EUPHORIA today. She explained that it was not a strong field coupled with the fact that it was a small field and this, in her opinion, accounted for the improvement. Her explanation was noted and her attention was drawn to the rules regarding “in- and-out” running. (MRA Rule 117(3)).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	BATTLESTAR	HS Gill	1:09.7	–
1^st	5	WINNER’S EUPHORIA	App SN Shiva	–	Dead Heat
3^rd	4	SIMLONG BEACH	S Ruzaini	–	1
4^th	1	GHOST MARI	App R Nuqman	–	4 ¼

RACE 4 (MRA 1324) CLASS 5 (B) – 1100M

GENERATION M which was up 16kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

Passing the 200M-mark, GAIN ECLIPSE (App SN Shiva) shifted in away from the whip.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	BIG POWER	App R Nuqman	1:04.2	–
2^nd	3	LUKE MAN	SU Lim	–	¾
3^rd	6	GAIN ECLIPSE	App SN Shiva	–	¾
4^th	4	PARISBAS	K Eirwan	–	1 ½

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	SUNNY STAR	S Saddam	K Eirwan	Traffic problem
1	LISBOA STAR	S Hafis	App R Nuqman	Traffic problem
2	SUNNY FIGHTER	S Saddam	S Ruzaini	Traffic problem

GENERAL REPORT(S)

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

18^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PENANG NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 30^th November 2023 (V23/180) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 5 sets of coded urine and 7 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 20^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

18^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PENANG NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 30^th November 2023 (V23/181) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 20^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

STEWARD’S EMBARGO FROM PRTC EQUINE HOSPITAL FROM 22 OCTOBER 2023 TO 21 NOVEMBER 2023

The Senior Veterinary Surgeon of Perak Turf Club reported that the following horse had undergone corrective surgery at the Perak Turf Club Equine Hospital between 22^nd October 2023 to 21^st November 2023 and as such, will be subjected to pass a Steward’s Embargo Test before being declared to race again :

ARC TRIUMPH (E343) Tr. HY Cheng – Colic Surgery – 1000M/Vet

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

26^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PERAK NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 8^th December 2023 (V23/183) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 28 sets of coded urine and 30 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 26^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

26^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PERAK NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 8th December 2023 (V23/184) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 26^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 9^TH DECEMBER 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	THE JEWELLER	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
1	WINNING SMILE	Bruised both fore fetlocks	Vet examination
2	BRISTOL DIAMOND	Bruised near fore foot	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 9^TH DECEMBER 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
2	UNSHADOWED GENERAL	Vet examination
3	MYO	Vet examination
PRTC	ARC TRIUMPH	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R2	Jockey S Saddam	–	9/12/2023	500/-	152(5)(a)
R2	Jockey S Hafis	–	9/12/2023	500/-	152(5)(a)
R3	Trainer S Hamilton	WINNER’S EUPHORIA	9/12/2023	100/-	65(5)(c)
R3	Trainer S Hamilton	TERMS OF REFERENCE	9/12/2023	500/-	PNTC Official Programme Clause 3.4

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

SATURDAY, 18^TH NOVEMBER 2023

STATE OF TRACK: YIELDING

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

RACE 1 (MRA 1242) CLASS 5 (A) – 1600M

THE JEWELLER, a course scratching as it had sustained a bruised near fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

SING DARCI (S Ruzaini) was obliged to race wide at the bend.

LEEDSTHEWAY (R Narendran) raced wide entering the home straight.

From the 200M-mark, LEEDSTHEWAY shifted in under the whip.

Post-race veterinary examinations of BIG BUS (WW Cheah) and SING DARCI revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer B Ng, when questioned regarding the improved performance of MYSTICAL STAR (App N Shahronnizam) today, was unable to offer any tangible explanation. His attention was drawn to MRA Rule 117(3) regarding “in- and-out” running.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	MYSTICAL STAR	App N Shahronnizam	1:38.3	–
2^nd	1	BIG MONKEY	App R Nuqman	–	3
3^rd	5	LEEDSTHEWAY	R Narendran	–	3 ¼
4^th	4	FIRST SUCCESS	How Yang	–	3 ¼

RACE 2 (MRA 1243) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

POWER EXPRESS is a course scratching as it had sustained a bruised near fore cannon. The gelding will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

JET BLACK (K Eirwan) stumbled on jumping.

JEFFREY (How Yang) was obliged to race wide at the bend and entering the home straight.

In the final 100M, PENANG MAN (App N Shahronnizam) was inconvenienced momentarily when LEESTOWN EXPRESS (App R Nuqman) rolled in.

Post-race veterinary examinations of JET BLACK and LADY ASTA (S Ruzaini) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	7	PARISBAS	R Narendran	1:12.5	–
2^nd	5	BIG POWER	WW Cheah	–	½
3^rd	2	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	App R Nuqman	–	Neck
4^th	8	PENANG MAN	App N Shahronnizam	–	½

PERAK OCTOBER MEETING 2023 – RACE 5 (R1170) GREEN EMERALD HANDICAP CLASS 5(A) 1300M(LC) – SUNDAY, 29^TH OCTOBER 2023

The Panel of Stewards concluded an Inquiry into the running and handling of STORM TO WIN today, Saturday, 4^th November 2023.

After taking evidence from Jockey MM Firdaus, the rider of STORM TO WIN and Acting Trainer HS Lim and reviewing all angles of the race video, Jockey MM Firdaus was found guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards.

The particulars of the charge are that:

After jumping from the 1300M-mark, he remained in a wide position until the 600M-mark, thereby covering unnecessary ground and thereby failed to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards.

When deciding on a penalty, the Panel of Stewards took into consideration Jockey MM Firdaus’s riding records and his points of mitigation. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of six (6) months, effective from Monday, 6^th November 2023 and to expire on 5^th May 2024, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his right of appeal (3:15pm).

PERAK OCTOBER MEETING 2023 – RACE 7 (R1172) KINGSTONE RUBY HANDICAP – CLASS 5(B) 1300M(LC) – SUNDAY, 29^TH OCTOBER 2023

The Panel of Stewards concluded an Inquiry into the running and handling of JAKAMA PEGASUS today, Saturday, 4^th November 2023.

After taking evidence from App Z Syafifie in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Trainer K Coetzee, Acting Trainer HS Lim and Assistant Trainer R Burnett and reviewing all angles of the above race, App Z Syafifie, the rider of JAKAMA PEGASUS was found guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(8), as read with Rule 44(8)(a) for failing to take all reasonable and permissible measures throughout the race to ensure that JAKAMA PEGASUS was given a full opportunity of obtaining the best possible placing.

The particulars of the charge are that:

He failed to give sufficient reins on jumping, resulting in JAKAMA PEGASUS jumping awkwardly and losing considerable ground, thereby racing at the back of the field, which was contrary to his instructions;
He failed to ride with sufficient vigour and determination from the 500M-mark to the finish.

When deciding on a penalty, the Panel of Stewards took into consideration App Z Syafifie’s riding records and his points of mitigation. He was disqualified for a period of one (1) year with immediate effect, i.e. from 4^th November 2023 and to expire on 3^rd November 2024, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his right of appeal (12:50pm).

PERAK NOVEMBER MEETING 2023 – RACE 7 (R1202) 2007 FREE SPIRIT HANDICAP CLASS 5(A) – 1200M (SC), SUNDAY, 5^TH NOVEMBER 2023

Jockey MM Firdaus was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to fulfill his riding engagement on GOLDEN SHOW in the above race without a valid reason.

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

5^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PERAK NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 16^th November 2023 (V23/172) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 33 sets of coded urine and 33 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 5^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

5^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PERAK NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 16^th November 2023 (V23/173) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 5^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 18^TH NOVEMBER 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
2	DARK WIZARD	Sore back	Vet examination
2	I’M THE MAN	Bruised off fore foot	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 18^TH NOVEMBER 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	THE JEWELLER	Vet examination
2	POWER EXPRESS	Vet examination

SUMMARY

Fine(s)

Name of Licensee

Horse name

Date of Fine imposed

Fine amount (RM)

MRA Rule/Regulation

PRTC

Race 7

5/11/2023

Jockey MM Firdaus

GOLDEN SHOW

18/11/2023

250/-

152(5)(a)

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG OCTOBER MEETING 2023

SATURDAY, 14^TH OCTOBER 2023

STATE OF TRACK: YIELDING

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman)

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

RACE 1 (MRA 1108) CLASS 5 (B) – 1400M

DON’T FORGET THIS was withdrawn with permission of the Stewards as it failed to arrive on time on course as a result of the float breakdown on the highway en route to the Penang Turf Club.

PENANG GENERAL (App Z Syafifie) jumped awkwardly outwards.

SUNNY STAR (S Ruzaini) was slowly away.

BIG MONKEY (AM Aizat) was racing keen in the early and middle stages.

Entering the home straight, SUNNY STAR switched out over the heels of LEEDSTHEWAY (R Narendran) to obtain clear running.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	BIG MONKEY	AM Aizat	1:29.1	–
2^nd	1	SUNNY STAR	S Ruzaini	–	1
3^rd	6	PENANG MAN	App N Shahronizam	–	1
4^th	5	LEEDSTHEWAY	R Narendran	–	1

RACE 2 (MRA 1109) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M

BANGKOK BOY and LUCK HAPPY were both withdrawn with permission of the Stewards as they failed to arrive on time on course as a result of the float breakdown on the highway en route to the Penang Turf Club.

The Official Starter reported that there was a problem with the electronic start device and as such, this race was started manually.

MYSTICAL STAR ((App N Shahronizam) was slow into stride and was obliged to race wide on the turn.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	SUNNY FIGHTER	App Z Syafifie	1:27.3	–
2^nd	5	MERRY BELL	App SN Shiva	–	2 ¼
3^rd	1	EKRAAR PHOENIX	HK Cheng	–	1 ¼
4^th	4	MYSTICAL STAR	App N Shahronizam	–	3 ½

RACE 3 (MRA 1110) COMBINED CLASSES 3 & 4 – 1200M

GEORGETOWN, CAVANA and SHOWCASE THE GOLD were all withdrawn with permission of the Stewards as they failed to arrive on time on course as a result of the float breakdown on the highway en route to the Penang Turf Club.

NO REGRETS (App N Shiva) jumped awkwardly inwards.

RONALDO’S DREAM (S Ruzaini) over-raced in the early stages.

NO REGRETS had a tendency to hang outwards in the straight.

Placing

Horse

number

Horse

Rider

Time

Distance [length(s)]

1^st

NO REGRETS

App SN Shiva

1:13.6

–

2^nd

RONALDO’S DREAM

S Ruzaini

–

4 ¼

RACE 4 (MRA 1111) CLASS 5(A) – 1100M

CASTLE OCEAN and YOU ARE GENIUS were both withdrawn with permission of the Stewards as they failed to arrive on time on course as a result of the float breakdown on the highway en route to the Penang Turf Club.

BIG BUS (How Yang)) raced wide rounding the turn and entering the straight, finishing the race wide.

ELUSIVE EMPEROR (TK Barnabas) had a tendency to lay outwards in the straight.

A post-race veterinary examination of ELUSIVE EMPEROR revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	CAORUNN	S Salee	1:06.7	–
2^nd	7	BIG POWER	App N Shahronizam	–	3
3^rd	5	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	AM Aizat	–	2 ¼
4^th	3	ATLANTIC ARROW	App SN Shiva	–	2

HEARING OF APPEAL FROM PROFESSIONAL JOCKEY RUEVEN RAVINDRA A/L JAMES RAVINDRA (R RUEVEN) AGAINST THE FINDING AND THE PENALTY OF THREE MONTHS’ SUSPENSION AND RM10,000/- FINE IMPOSED BY THE STIPENDIARY STEWARDS FOR CONTRAVENTION OF MRA RULE 44(10) FOR THE RUNNING AND HANDLING OF “MERRY BELL” IN RACE 1 (MRA 0895) ON SUNDAY, 20^TH AUGUST 2023, PENANG TURF CLUB AUGUST MEETING 2023

The Penang Turf Club Racing Stewards today (14^th October 2023) heard the above Appeal.

After considering the submissions from Jockey R Rueven and the Stipendiary Steward, and after reviewing the video replay, the Racing Stewards dismissed the Appeal. The penalty of three months’ suspension was confirmed and the RM10,000/- fine remained. Jockey R Rueven’s suspension takes effect from today, (Saturday, 14^th October 2023) and to expire on Saturday, 13^th January 2024, both dates inclusive.

The Appeal deposit was forfeited.

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

23^RD SEPTEMBER 2023

PERAK SEPTEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 6^th October 2023 (V23/148) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 27 sets of coded urine and 27 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 23^rd September 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

23^RD SEPTEMBER 2023

PERAK SEPTEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 6^th October 2023 (V23/149) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 23^rd September 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

1^ST OCTOBER 2023

PERAK OCTOBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 12^th October 2023 (V23/153) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 26 sets of coded urine and 28 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 1^st October 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

1^ST OCTOBER 2023

PERAK OCTOBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 12^th October 2023 (V23/154) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 1^st October 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 14^TH OCTOBER 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
2	YOU ARE SPECIAL	Oral ulcers	Vet examination
3	JOJU	Bruised off fore suspensory ligament	Vet examination
3	MYO	Sore back	Vet examination
4	NEW GARDEN	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
4	FIRST SUCCESS	Sore back	Vet examination