Penang Meeting – 5 June 2022

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG JUNE MEETING 2022

SUNDAY, 5^TH JUNE 2022

STATE OF TRACK: SOFT (Race 1 to Race 4)

YIELDING (Race 5 to Race 9)

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman), Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward), Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen and Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Stewards)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	DAWNBREAKER	J Low	S Ruzaini	Medical
1	MR ROCKWELL	–	App A Najib	Unfixed
1	ROBBEN	–	R Rueven	Unfixed
2	DARK KNIGHT	J Low	Y Aify	Medical
2	D’GREAT WIN	–	AM Aizat	Unfixed
3	ALWRICH	J Low	AM Aizat	Medical
4	DREAMS CAN BE REAL	J Low	S Saddam	Medical
4	UNSTOPPABLE GIANT	S Rosmizan	App R Nuqman	Unable to make the carded weight
5	D’GREAT RICH	J Low	S Salee	Medical
6	CLARTON TREASURE	J Low	KP Lim	Medical
7	MATILDA	J Low	KP Lim	Medical
8	ROTI KAYA	J Low	KP Lim	Medical
8	ZILFIKAR	S Rosmizan	J Daniel	Unable to make the carded weight
9	MAJESTY WARRIOR	J Low	KP Lim	Medical

RACE 1 (R680) CLASS 5(B) – 1400M

MR CONNERY, JEFFREY and NAPOLEON, all course scratching as they had sustained a sore back, a stone bruise off hind sole and had a swollen near fore fetlock respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Trainer HS Lim was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule / Regulation 152(5)(a) for failing to declare the use of blinkers on SONG RIVER (Y Aify) within the stipulated time.

FIRST SUCCESS (CC Foo) jumped awkwardly inwards, carrying CHIPS (AK Lim) inwards,

inconveniencing PENANG BANK (App N Varmah).

DAWNBREAKER (S Ruzaini) was slow into stride.

CHIPS raced wide into the home straight, carrying BIG POWER (App R Nuqman) wide.

PENANG BANK was hanging out in the latter stages.

Jockey KP Lim, the rider of RAISE ME UP, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination revealed that the gelding returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that MY MONEY (S Rosmizan) returned, cut into its off fore cannon. MY MONEY will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Trainer K Coetzee was questioned with regards to the improved performance of POWER EXPRESS (S Saddam) today. Other than having jumped awkwardly, bumping the outside gate as reported, he also stated that in his opinion, this horse runs its best races in Penang. His explanation was noted.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	POWER EXPRESS	S Saddam	1:24.8	–
2^nd	MY MONEY	S Rozmizan	–	Neck
3^rd	YULONG DREAM	AM Aizat	–	Head
4^th	ANOTHER SHOW	SU Lim	–	1 ½

RACE 2 (R681) CLASS 5 (B) – 1400M

SONNY BILL, LUCKY SIXTYSIX, NOVA DASHING and SILVER SIXTYSIX are all course scratching. SONNY BILL had a swollen off fore fetlock, LUCKY SIXTYSIX had sustained a swelling near hind fetlock, NOVA DASHING had sustained a swelling off hind fetlock and SILVER SIXTYSIX had sustained a sore back. The 4 geldings will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Acting on veterinary advice that ORION (S Ruzaini) was sore near fore foot, the Stewards ordered its withdrawal at 1.59pm. ORION will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

HALLELUJAH (S Rosmizan) and PARISBAS (CC Foo) were both slow into stride.

At approximately the 200M-mark, D’GREAT WIN (AM Aizat) shifted out to obtain a clear run.

Jockey S Salee, the rider of MAKE DREAM and Jockey S Rosmizan, the rider of HALLELUJAH, both reported that their mounts were not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of MAKE DREAM revealed no obvious abnormality. HALLELUJAH returned lame off fore and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	DROUGHT	R Rueven	1:24.8	–
2^nd	CAPE LINCOLN	SU Lim	–	1
^2nd	MYSTICAL STAR	App N Varmah	–	Dead heat
4^th	DARK KNIGHT	Y Aify	–	Short head

RACE 3 (R682) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M

QIJI LOVE, a course scratching as it had sustained a stone bruise off hind sole, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

MOONSHINE MISTRESS (App N Varmah) was slow into stride.

Jockey AM Aizat, the rider of ALWRICH reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of ALWRICH revealed no obvious abnormality. ALWRICH which raced poorly, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Jockey KP Lim, the rider of GURNEY DRIVE, reported that this mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of GURNEY DRIVE revealed that the gelding returned exhibiting signs of 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 SUNNY STAR (S Ruzaini) revealed no obvious abnormality. The gelding was impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	SUNNY FIGHTER	S Saddam	1:24.6	–
2^nd	GOLDEN SHOW	Y Aify	–	1 ¼
3^rd	RISE OF THE LEGEND	SU Lim	–	1 ¼
4^th	QIJI DIAMOND	F Yap	–	Short head

RACE 4 (R683) CLASS 4 (A) – 1600M

LAGO DE COMO, a course scratching as it had a sore back, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Emergency acceptor, SACRED GALAXY was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

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

Jockey S Rosmizan was fined RM500/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to make the carded weight on UNSTOPPABLE GIANT. As there was no jockey available, the Stewards permitted App R Nuqman to replace Jockey S Rosmizan as the rider of UNSTOPPABLE GIANT.

HONEY BOWL (F Yap) and CHER (App N Varmah) were both slow into stride.

A post-race veterinary examination of AIR BOSS (Y Aify) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Jockey S Ruzaini was questioned with regards to the poor performance of MULTIBLUE SHARK today. He stated that this horse took no interest despite his attempt at urging his mount throughout. Trainer S Cook would be questioned with regards to the disappointing performance of MULTIBLUE SHARK. A post-race veterinary examination of this gelding revealed no obvious abnormality. MULTIBLUE SHARK was impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.

The state of track was upgraded to “Yielding” after the running of this race.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	RAGNAR	AM Aizat	1:36.2	–
2^nd	LEGEND WAR	SU Lim	–	¾
3^rd	KENG MAK MAK	KP Lim	–	1 ¼
4^th	WATER MOUNTAIN	App S Sia	–	1

RACE 5 (R684) CLASS 4 (A) – 1200M

MYO and HARVEYWALLBANGER, both course scratching as they had sustained a bruised off fore fetlock and a bruised near hind foot respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

BILLION SENSE 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.

Trainer F Maynard was fined RM500/- (Ringgit Malaysia Five Hundred) under PNTC Official Programme Clause 3.4 for scratching AMAZING ECLIPSE (R Rueven) without an Official Veterinary Certificate.

AMAZING CHOICE (App A Najib) and NO REGRETS (KP Lim) both jumped awkwardly.

A post-race veterinary examination of HAZARD (Y Aify) revealed that the gelding returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that D’GREAT RICH (S Salee) returned having cast its off hind plate.

Jockeys S Saddam and SU Lim, the rider of MACARTHUR and STAGESHOW respectively, were warned against the practice of using their whip when their mounts were clearly out of contention.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	AMAZING CHOICE	App A Najib	1:12.0	–
2^nd	MR AK	F Yap	–	1 ½
3^rd	FA FA STAR	AK Lim	–	Nose
4^th	ACE’S WILD	App S Sia	–	½

RACE 6 (R685) CLASS 4 (B) – 1200M

FANTASTIC ECLIPSE, a course scratching as it had a swollen left knee, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

MISS MICHELLE (S Ruzaini) jumped awkwardly.

Rounding the turn at the 800M-mark, SHENG PROISIR (R Rueven) raced wide without cover.

AYAAN (App N Varmah) had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight, carrying IPOH DASH (S Saddam) inwards and at approximately the 100M-mark, IPOH DASH switched out over the heels of AYAAN to obtain a clear run.

A post-race veterinary of SHENG PROISIR revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that AYAAN returned lame off fore and D’GREAT SUPREME (S Salee) bled. AYAAN will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again. D’GREAT SUPREME 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.

Jockey F Yap was shown the video of his ride on MAGNOLIA BLVD and was warned against the practice of excessive whip use.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	CLARTON TREASURE	KP Lim	1:11.4	–
2^nd	MAGNOLIA BLVD	F Yap	–	1 ¼
3^rd	KRATOS	AM Aizat	–	3 ½
4^th	SHENG PROISIR	R Rueven	–	1 ¼

RACE 7 (R686) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

SKY DRAGON and CITY KNIGHT, both course scratching as they had cellulitis off fore cannon and was knocked near fore fetlock respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

WINNING LEGEND which was down 36kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

WINNING LEGEND (J Daniel) jumped awkwardly inwards, carrying PENNSYLVANIA (AK Lim) inwards, resulting in D’GREAT VULTURE (AM Aizat) being inconvenienced.

At approximately the 800M-mark, WINNING LEGEND shifted inwards, resulting in ROCK ARTIST (S Rozmizan) clipping its heels, stumbling and rolling outwards, bumping MATILDA (KP Lim). In this incident, the saddle on MATILDA slipped backwards. At a subsequent Inquiry, Jockey J Daniel pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) and was suspended for two (2) race days with effect from Monday, 13^th June 2022 and to expire on Sunday, 19^th June 2022, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (5.45pm).

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

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that WINNING LEGEND returned having cast its off fore plate.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	MON ENERGY	SU Lim	1:05.2	–
2^nd	WINNING LEGEND	J Daniel	–	2 ¼
3^rd	PULAU PINANG	S Ruzaini	–	1 ¾
4^th	CAORUNN	S Salee	–	½

RACE 8 (R687) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

Jockey S Rosmizan was fined RM500/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to make the carded weight on ZILFIKAR. The Stewards permitted Jockey J Daniel to replace Jockey S Rosmizan as the rider of ZILFIKAR.

NEVERUNCONDITIONAL (S Ruzaini) was slow into stride.

At approximately the 700M-mark, STORM TO WIN (App N Varmah) commenced to give ground abruptly, resulting in NEVERUNCONDITIONAL which was following, having to check off its heels.

In the concluding stages, OUD WOOD (App R Nuqman) shifted inwards, inconveniencing ROTI KAYA (KP Lim) who thereafter had to switch out over the heels of OUD WOOD to obtain a clear run. App R Nuqman was shown the video of the incident and warned to keep his horse on a straight course in future.

A post-race veterinary examination of STORM TO WIN revealed no obvious abnormality.

An Inquiry into the running and handling of STORM TO WIN will be held at a date to be fixed.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	FUNKADELIC	SU Lim	1:05.4	–
2^nd	OUD WOOD	App R Nuqman	–	1 ½
3^rd	SIMLONG BEACH	App Z Ahmad	–	1 ¾
4^th	ROTI KAYA	KP Lim	–	Neck

RACE 9 (R688) CLASS 5 (B) – 1100M

Acting on. a veterinary report that SATELLITE GENIUS (SU Lim) sustained a bruised near fore sole, the Stewards ordered its withdrawal at 3.42pm. SATELLITE GENIUS will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

D’GREAT CHANCE (AM Aizat) was hanging out in the straight.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that MAJESTY WARRIOR (KP Lim) returned having cast both hind plates. The gelding which raced poorly, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	LUKE MAN	AK Lim	1:06.4	–
2^nd	LUCKY THIRTYNINE	J Daniel	–	¾
3^rd	STRONG MAN	App A Najib	–	2 ¾
4^th	GHOST AFFAIR	App N Varmah	–	Neck

GENERAL REPORT(S)

POST RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

21^ST MAY 2022

PENANG MAY MEETING 2022

The report dated 2^nd June 2022 (V22/079) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 24 coded urine and 30 sets of coded blood samples from the above- mentioned race meeting were received on 23^rd May 2022, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

21^ST MAY 2022

PENANG MAY MEETING 2022

The report dated 2^nd June 2022 (V22/080) 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 May 2022, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected, except for sample coded “J-6410” which upon analysis, was tested positive to “Mitragynine”, a prohibited substance.

Upon decoding, it was noted that sample coded “J-6410” was provided by Jockey KC Tham. Jockey KC Tham was notified of the finding from USains Biomics Laboratory on Friday, 3^rd June 2022. He was also informed that he would receive a letter from the MRA in due course advising him of the provisions of MRA Rule 137 and MRA Regulation 46 with regard to the Referee Sample.

Under MRA Rule 136(3), Jockey KC Tham is stood down from riding in races and riding trackwork, barrier trial and tests with immediate effect pending an Inquiry being conducted at a date to be fixed.

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

STEWARDS’ EMBARGO FROM EQUINE HOSPITAL FROM 22 APRIL 2022 TO

21 MAY 2022

The Senior Veterinary Surgeon of Perak Turf Club Equine Hospital reported that the following horses had undergone corrective surgery at the PRTC Equine Hospital between 22^nd April 2022 to 21^st May 2022 and as such, will be required to pass a Steward’s Embargo Test before being declared to race again :-

MASTER BABY (X59) Tr. HY Cheng – Arthroscopy near fore fetlock – 1000M/Vet
TIME TO HARVEST (v112) Tr. BT Lim – Arthroscopy right knee – 1000M/Vet
READY TO ROCK (V182) Tr. R Lines – Hobday – 1000M/Vet

POST RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

22^ND MAY 2022

PERAK MAY MEETING 2022

The report dated 2^nd June 2022 (V22/081) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 27 coded urine and 27 sets of coded blood samples from the above- mentioned race meeting were received on 22^nd May 2022, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

22^ND MAY 2022

PERAK MAY MEETING 2022

The report dated 2^nd June 2022 (V22/082) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 22^nd May 2022, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SUNDAY, 5^TH JUNE 2022
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
2	SNOW DANCER	Swollen off hind cannon	Vet examination
3	SHOW ROYALE	Stone bruise near fore	Vet examination
3	SING DARCI	Swollen off hind pastern	Vet examination
9	MAKE U FAMOUS	Stone bruise off fore sole	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 5^TH JUNE 2022
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	MR CONNERY, JEFFREY, NAPOLEON & MY MONEY	Vet examination each
1	RAISE ME UP	1000M & vet examination
2	SONNY BILL, LUCKY SIXTYSIX, NOVA DASHING, SILVER SIXTYSIX & ORION	Vet examination each
2	HALLELUJAH	1000M & vet examination
3	QIJI LOVE	Vet examination
3	ALWRICH & GURNEY DRIVE	1000M & vet examination each
4	LAGO DE COMO	Vet examination
5	HARVEYWALLBANGER & MYO	Vet examination each
5	HAZARD	1000M & vet examination
6	FANTASTIC ECLIPSE	Vet examination
6	AYAAN	1000M & vet examination
6	D’GREAT SUPREME	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
7	SKY DRAGON & CITY KNIGHT	Vet examination each
8	Nil
9	SATELLITE GENIUS	Vet examination
9	MAJESTY WARRIOR	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1	Trainer HS Lim	SONG RIVER	5/6/2022	250/-	152(5)(a)
R4	Jockey S Rosmizan	UNSTOPPABLE GIANT	5/6/2022	500/-	152(5)(a)
R5	Trainer F Maynard	AMAZING ECLIPSE	5/6/2022	500/-	Clause 3.4 PNTC Official Porgramme
R8	Jockey S Rosmizan	ZILFIKAR	5/6/2022	500/-	152(5)(a)
Suspension(s)	R7	Jockey J Daniel (WINNING LEGEND) – suspended 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)
Follow-up(s)	R4	Trainer S Cook (MULTIBLUE SHARK)
	R8	App N Varmah (STORM TO WIN)

Penang Meeting – 21 May 2022

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG MAY MEETING 2022

2^ND DAY, SATURDAY, 21^ST MAY 2022

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 and Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Stewards)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
2	GOLDEN SHOW	AK Lim	CK Khaw	Medical
4	D’GREAT CHANCE	AK Lim	AM Aizat	Medical
5	CHINA CAPTAIN	AK Lim	S Salee	Medical
6	HAZARD	AK Lim	S Saddam	Medical
7	D’GREAT STRIKE	AK Lim	AM Aizat	Medical
9	RAISE ME UP	S Salee	KP Lim	Medical
9	CAPE LINCOLN	AK Lim	SU Lim	Medical

RACE 1 (R610) CLASS 5(B) – 1300M

GIANT KILLING, a course scratching as it had sustained a nail prick near fore foot, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

LUCKY SIXTYSIX (K Eirwan) jumped awkwardly.

MYSTICAL STAR (App N Varmah) and PARISBAS (App R Nuqman) were both slow into stride.

At approximately the 500M-mark, HOSTWIN CHEVALIER (KC Tham) broke down in the running. In this incident, LUCKY SIXTYSIX, MYSTICAL STAR and ROBBEN (S Salee), which were following, had to take evasive action. A post-race veterinary examination revealed that HOSTWIN CHEVALIER fractured its near fore fetlock and was humanely euthanized.

HALLELUJAH (KP Lim) had a tendency to lay in from the whip in the straight.

MY MONEY (App S Sia) was momentarily held up in a tightly-bunched field at approximately the 200M-mark.

The saddle on PARISBAS slipped back in the running.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that PARISBAS returned having cast its off fore plate.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	NOVA PHOENIX	S Ruzaini	1:17.7	–
2^nd	HALLELUJAH	KP Lim	–	Head
3^rd	ANOTHER SHOW	SU Lim	–	¾
4^th	MY MONEY	App S Sia	–	1

RACE 2 (R611) CLASS 5(B) – 1300M

Light rain fell prior to the running of this race.

ZILFIKAR (App S Sia) reared on jumping.

HOOGA NET (KC Tham) was slow into stride.

At approximately the 800M-mark, SATELLITE GENIUS (SU Lim) became crowded and had to check when DARCI SUPER (KP Lim) shifted in.

Post-race veterinary examinations revealed that ZILFIKAR returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and HOOGA NET returned lame off fore. ZILFIKAR and HOOGA NET will each be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

A post-race veterinary examination of PLATOON (S Ruzaini) revealed no obvious abnormality. MR DREYFUSS (App N Varmah) returned cut into off hind and will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, Jockey KP Lim, the rider of DARCI SUPER, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he shifted in at approximately the 800M-mark, resulting in SATELLITE GENIUS (SU Lim) being crowded and having to check. Jockey KP Lim was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) race days with effect from Sunday, 22^nd May 2022 and to expire on Saturday, 4^th June 2022, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (2.05pm).

The Stewards opened an Inquiry into the running and handling of GOLDEN SHOW. After taking evidence from Jockey CK Khaw and Trainer T Asogan, the rider and trainer of GOLDEN SHOW respectively and viewing the video, the Inquiry was adjourned to 22^nd May 2022 at Perak Turf Club in order for Jockey CK Khaw to call a witness.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	MR DREYFUSS	App N Varmah	1:17.9	–
2^nd	DARCI SUPER	KP Lim	–	Neck
3^rd	GOLDEN SHOW	CK Khaw	–	Head
4^th	D’GREAT WIN	J Low	–	2 ¼

RACE 3 (R612) CLASS 5(A) – 1300M

SACRED SURFER, a course scratching as it had a swelling on its off fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

GOOD WARRIOR (KP Lim) jumped awkwardly inwards abruptly, inconveniencing MODRIC (SU Lim) and TILSWORTH MICK (S Saddam).

OUD WOOD (J Low) and SUNNY STAR (S Ruzaini) came together shortly after the start.

A post-race veterinary examination of MERCURIAL TURN (WK Lee) revealed no obvious abnormality

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	SUNNY STAR	S Ruzaini	1:16.7	–
2^nd	MODRIC	SU Lim	–	2 ½
3^rd	OUD WOOD	J Low	–	Neck
4^th	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	S Salee	–	1 ¼

RACE 4 (R613) CLASS 5(A) – 1300M

ROCK ARTIST and QIJI LOVE, both course scratching as they had foot abscess off fore and ulceration right eye respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

GHAZALAH (App AR Aiman) jumped awkwardly outwards.

ONE FOR ALL (KC Wong) was slow to begin.

D’GREAT CHANCE (AM Aizat) raced wide on the turn.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that PULAU PINANG (S Saddam) returned having cast its off hind plate.

Trainer CC Ooi was questioned with regards to the improved performance of MISS MICHELLE (S Ruzaini) today as compared to its run on 23^rd April 2022. The only explanation Trainer CC Ooi could offer was that this mare had a history of barrier problems. However, today, she jumped well and was able to position accordingly. This, in his opinion, accounted for the improvement. The Stewards noted his explanation, however, drew his attention to MRA Rule 117(3) regarding “in-and-out” running.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	ELUSIVE EMPEROR	App Z Ahmad	1:16.6	–
1^st	MISS MICHELLE	S Ruzaini	–	Dead heat
3^rd	TUN O’REILLY	S Salee	–	¾
4^th	PULAU PINANG	S Saddam	–	1 ¼

RACE 5 (R614) COSMO A (SW) – 1200M

(ONLY APPRENTICE ALLOWANCES PERMITTED)

SACRED SHAM 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.

ECLIPSE SPLASH (AM Aizat), CHINA CAPTAIN (S Salee) and GLORIA MARIS (App Z Ahmad) were all slow into stride.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that GOLDEN TYCOON (KC Tham) returned having cast its off hind plate.

A post-race veterinary examination of GLORIA MARIS revealed no obvious abnormality

Jockey KC Wong was shown the video of his ride on LIM’S DASHING and warned that in future, he would be required to ride all his mounts in such a manner so as to leave no room for query.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	EXCELLING	S Ruzaini	1:09.2	–
2^nd	LIM’S DASHING	KC Wong	–	¾
3^rd	KERAUNO	App S Sia	–	¾
4^th	LONELY BOY	KP Lim	–	Neck

RACE 6 (R615) CLASS 4(A) – 1400M

ASGARD MASSIF and KENG MAK MAK are both course scratching. ASGARD MASSIF collapsed and died in the stable and KENG MAK MAK was sore off fore foot. KENG MAK MAK will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

HONEY BOWL (K Eirwan) and SACRED SEA (CK Khaw) were both slow into stride.

CENTURY SPEED (App R Nuqman) broke down in the running at approximately the 300M-mark. In this incident, SHANGANI (App A Najib) was hampered, resulting in App A Najib being almost dislodged. A post-race veterinary examination of CENTURY SPEED revealed that the gelding fractured it near fore cannon and was subsequently euthanized humanely.

At approximately the 200M-mark, WHY NOT (App M Ruvanesh) and UNSTOPPABLE GIANT (S Salee) were inconvenienced as a result of FLYING BABY (AM Aizat) shifting out against the whip.

A post-race veterinary examination of LEGEND WAR (SU Lim) revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that FLYING BABY returned with a speedy cut to its off hind leg and would be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	HAZARD	S Saddam	1:22.3	–
2^nd	MULTIBLUE SHARK	S Ruzaini	–	2
3^rd	PENDRAGON PRINCESS	App SN Shiva	–	1
4^th	BRISTOL DIAMOND	KC Wong	–	½

RACE 7 (R616) CLASS 4(B) – 1400M

AMAZING CHOICE which was bruised near hind bumper and CHER which had colic are both course scratching. Each will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

D’GREAT STRIKE which was up 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.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, App AR Aiman, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Trainer HS Lim, was shown the video of his ride on SHENG PROISIR in the concluding stages of the race. He pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(6) for failing to ride his horse to the end of the race to the satisfaction of the Stewards. In deciding on the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration his relatively inexperience and his riding record. App AR Aiman was suspended from riding in races for a period of one (1) month with effect from Monday, 23^rd May 2022 and to expire on Wednesday, 22^nd June 2022, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (5.10pm).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	WILLOW SPRINGS	App S Sia	1:22.5	–
2^nd	I’M SMART GREY	J Low	–	1 ¼
3^rd	SHENG PROISIR	App AR Aiman	–	Short head
4^th	UNDER OATH	KC Wong	–	1 ½

RACE 8 (R617) CLASS 5(A) – 1700M

MARCUS ANTONIUS, a course scratching as it had knocked its off fore tendon, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Acting on veterinary advice that DROUGHT (S Ruzaini) was lame off fore, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of the gelding at 4.44pm. DROUGHT will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Jockey CC Foo, the rider of DESTINY KNIGHT, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination revealed that DESTINY KNIGHT returned lame near 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 MAGICAL PARK (SU Lim) returned having cast its near hind plate.

A post-race veterinary examination of BIG DALLAS (App R Nuqman) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Jockey KP Lim was shown the video of his ride on FIRST SUCCESS and was warned against

the practice of bouncing up and down on his mount’s back.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	DREAMS CAN BE REAL	KC Tham	1:41.3	–
2^nd	GURNEY DRIVE	AM Aizat	–	2
3^rd	MAGICAL PARK	SU Lim	–	1
4^th	SUCCESS STREET	J Low	–	1 ¼

RACE 9 (R618) CLASS 5(B) – 1700M

BALBOA 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.

CLOUD SHADOW (AM Aizat) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and was passed fit to race.

DAWNBREAKER (J Low) and CROWN DELIGHT (CK Khaw) were both slow into stride.

Approaching the crossing at the 1500M-mark, DARK KNIGHT (KC Wong) appeared to baulk at the crossing and thereafter started bucking and ducked outwards sharply, inconveniencing BALBOA (App SN Shiva) and carrying CROWN DELIGHT (CK Khaw) outwards to the outside running rail where both riders were dislodged. Jockey CK Khaw and App SN Shiva were both exempted from weighing-in.

At approximately the 400M-mark, RAISE ME UP (KP Lim) which was laying out, steadied momentarily off the heels of CAPE LINCOLN (SU Lim).

Trainer T Asogan was questioned with regards to the improved performance of CAPE LINCOLN today. He was unable to offer any explanation and was surprised by the performance. His attention was drawn to MRA Rule 117(3) regarding “in-and-out” running and was warned that should this horse prove to be inconsistent in the future, it may be suspended.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	CAPE LINCOLN	SU Lim	1:43.3	–
2^nd	JEFFREY	App A Najib	–	4
3^rd	CLOUD SHADOW	AM Aizat	–	½
4^th	RAISE ME UP	KP Lim	–	2 ¾

GENERAL REPORT(S)

Nil

PNTC – SATURDAY, 21^STMAY 2022
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	SONG KID	Colic	Vet examination
2	EXCALIBUR	Nail prick near fore	Vet examination
2	SILVER SIXTYSIX	Stone bruise off fore sole	Vet examination
3	TAUBOSS	Bruised off fore tendon	Vet examination
3	FLEDGELING	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
3	OVERLORD	Swollen near fore fetlock	Vet examination
5	RELAU STAR	Bruised off hind fetlock	Vet examination
7	OTTAWA	Stone bruise near fore sole	Vet examination
7	TIGRESS	Bruised near fore suspensory	Vet examination
8	TWILL GUY	Bruised off fore sole	Vet examination
9	MERRY BELL	Seedy toe near fore foot	Vet examination

PNTC – SATURDAY, 21^ST MAY 2022
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	GIANT KILLING	Vet examination
2	ZILFIKAR & HOOGA NET	1000M & vet examination each
2	MR DREYFUSS	Vet examination
3	SACRED SURFER	Vet examination
4	ROCK ARTIST & QIJI LOVE	Vet examination each
6	KENG MAK MAK & FLYING BABY	Vet examination each
7	AMAZING CHOICE & CHER	Vet examination each
8	MARCUS ANTONIUS	Vet examination
8	DROUGHT & DESTINY KNIGHT	1000M & vet examination each

SUMMARY
Suspension(s)	R2	Jockey KP Lim (DARCI SUPER) – suspended 2 race days under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) for careless riding.
	R7	App AR Aiman (SHENG PROISIR) – suspended 1 month under MRA Rule 44(6).
Follow-up(s)	R2	Jockey CK Khaw – running and handling of GOLDEN SHOW.

Penang Meeting – 14 May 2022

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG MAY MEETING 2022

1^ST DAY, SATURDAY, 14^TH MAY 2022

STATE OF TRACK: YIELDING (Race 1 to Race 5)

GOOD (Race 6 to Race 9)

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman), Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward), Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen and Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Stewards)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	SUNNY FIGHTER	S Saddam	S Ruzaini	Failed to arrive on course within the prescribed time

RACE 1 (R579) CLASS 5(A) – 1200M

MISS MICHELLE, a course scratching as it had sustained cellulitis off hind cannon, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

The Stewards permitted Jockey S Ruzaini to replace Jockey S Saddam as the rider of SUNNY FIGHTER when the latter failed to arrive on course within the prescribed time. Jockey S Saddam was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) as read with MRA Rule 44(2).

The Official Starter reported that bridle on SONG RIVER (Y Aify) had to be re-fitted at the start. Trainer HS Lim was warned to ensure that all equipment is properly fitted in future.

OUD WOOD (J Low) jumped awkwardly outwards, inconveniencing SONG RIVER.

CITY KNIGHT (HK Cheng) was obliged to race wide on the turn.

At approximately the 400M-mark, BIG POWER (App R Nuqman) was inconvenienced when TILSWORTH MICK (KC Wong) rolled outwards and at the same time LEESTOWN EXPRESS (S Salee) rolled inwards.

SUNNY FIGHTER was hanging in in the straight.

Jockey HK Cheng, the rider of CITY KNIGHT, reported that the breast check on the gelding broke during the running.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that CITY KNIGHT returned having cast its near fore plate.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	OUD WOOD	J Low	1:11.5	–
2^nd	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	S Salee	–	½
3^rd	SUNNY FIGHTER	S Ruzaini	–	Short head
3^rd	D’GREAT EFFORT	AM Aizat	–	Dead Heat

RACE 2 (R580) CLASS 5(A) – 1200M

ROCK ARTIST and YOU ARE GENIUS, both course scratching as they had sustained a stone bruise near fore foot and sole bruise off fore respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Trainer C Robert was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for PULAU PINANG (App N Varmah).

At approximately the 75M-mark, FIRST SUCCESS (HK Cheng) was inconvenienced when MOONSHINE MISTRESS (App AR Aiman) rolled inwards. App AR Aiman, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Trainer HS Lim, was shown the video of the incident and warned to make a better attempt to keep his horse on a straight course in future.

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

A post-race veterinary examination of BALL AND CHAIN (J Daniel) revealed no obvious abnormality.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, App A Nazir, in the presence of his Acting Master, Trainer CC Ooi, was found guilty of a charge under MRA Rule 44(9)(b)(iii) for incompetent riding in that whilst riding LUCKY SIXTYSIX, he failed to give his mount sufficient rein on jumping, resulting in it being very slowly away. When deciding on penalty, the Stewards took into consideration the facts of this case, App A Nazir’s riding record and points of mitigation. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) months with effect from Sunday, 15^th May 2022 and to expire on Thursday, 14^th July 2022, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (4.10pm).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	TILSWORTH SYDNEY	KC Wong	1:10.9	–
2^nd	MY MONEY	S Salee	–	¾
3^rd	SUNNY STAR	S Ruzaini	–	2 ¾
4^th	MATILDA	J Low	–	¾

RACE 3 (R581) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

JULIUS CAESAR, PURE SPARK and MAKE U FAMOUS are all course scratching. JULIUS CAESAR had sustained a swollen near fore cannon, PURE SPARK was knocked right knee and MAKE U FAMOUS had colic. These 3 geldings will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

SOLID BRISK (J Low) was over-racing in the early and middle stages.

Jockey S Ruzaini, the rider of DROUGHT, reported that his whip broke in the running.

Jockey SU Lim, the rider of ALPHA MOLTRES, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of ALPHA MOLTRES revealed no obvious abnormality.

Post-race veterinary examinations of LOUEY VELOCE (KC Tham) and BATTLESTAR (KP Lim) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Jockey KP Lim was questioned with regards to the start and was shown the video. He was warned that in future, he would be expected to make every effort to ensure that his horse jumps on terms with the field, failing which action may be taken against him.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	STARDICE	S Salee	1:11.5	–
2^nd	PENANG GENERAL	J Daniel	–	¾
3^rd	ALPHA MOLTRES	SU Lim	–	Head
4^th	BIG SUPER	App N Varmah	–	1 ¾

RACE 4 (R 582) CLASS 4(B) – 1200M

Emergency acceptor, D’GREAT STRIKE was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

CAORUNN (S Salee) and DESIRE SKY (WK Lee) brushed on jumping.

At about the 1000M-mark, PONTIANAK (J Daniel), when shifting in, clipped the heels of IAMBUTTER (AK Lim) and stumbled.

ACE’S WILD (KC Wong) over-raced in the early and middle stages.

The saddle on NO REGRETS (KP Lim) slipped back in the running.

A post-race veterinary examination of SHOWCASE THE GOLD (Y Aify) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	DESIRE SKY	WK Lee	1:11.5	–
2^nd	PURPLE RAIN	K Eirwan	–	Neck
3^rd	GENERAL NIX	App AR Aiman	–	Short head
4^th	ACE’S WILD	KC Wong	–	½

RACE 5 (R583) CLASS 4(A) – 1200M

Emergency acceptors, GRASSWOOD STAR and CITY OF DREAM were both withdrawn due to a capacity field.

TRAFALGAR, a course scratching as it had a swelling on the near fore, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

MR AK (AK Lim) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barrier and was passed fit to race.

FLYING BABY (AM Aizat) was slow into stride.

Jockey AM Aizat was questioned with regards to his ride on FLYING BABY. After viewing the video, the Stewards warned Jockey AM Aizat that in future, he should ride all his mounts in such a manner so as to leave no room for query.

The State of Track was upgraded to “Good” after the running of this race.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1st	ASGARD MASSIF	KC Tham	1:10.8	–
2nd	MYO	WK Lee	–	1
2^nd	SHANGANI	App A Najib	–	Dead heat
4^th	ELITE SAINT	J Daniel	–	½

RACE 6 (R584) BANDED 51 – 74 – 1300M

(ONLY APPRENTICES ALLOWANCES PERMITTED)

The Stewards permitted TRUDY (S Salee) to race without blinkers.

MR HOPKINS (K Eirwan) was restless in the barrier, threw its head up as the start was effected, being slow into stride.

TRUDY drifted out under pressure in the concluding stages.

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

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that MR HOPKINS returned having cast its near fore plate.

Post-race veterinary examinations of SACRED DON (App M Ruvanesh) and D’GREAT BOSS (AM Aizat) revealed no obvious abnormality. SACRED DON and D’GREAT BOSS, which raced poorly, will each be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	SUPER COME	J Daniel	1:16.7	–
2^nd	LIM’S DASHING	KC Wong	–	½
3^rd	GOLD SKY BILLION	J Low	–	Neck
4^th	TRUDY	S Salee	–	3 ½

RACE 7 (R585) CLASS 4(A) – 1600M

Emergency acceptors HONEY BOWL and AYAAN were both withdrawn due to a capacity field.

MULTIBLUE SHARK, a course scratching as it was swollen near hind fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

ORDOS LEGEND and ONE FORCE which were down 18kgs and 16kgs in body weight respectively since their last run, were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and were passed fit to start.

Jockey J Daniel was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to seek the Stewards’ permission to ride 1½ kg over on SACRED GALAXY within the stipulated time.

Trainer K Coetzee was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for ORDOS LEGEND (KC Wong).

ARIF (K Eirwan) over-raced in the early and middle stages.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that BACK TO THE FUTURE (App AR Aiman) returned having cast its near fore plate.

Post-race veterinary examinations of ORDOS LEGEND and ONE FORCE (CK Tan) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	ARIF	K Eirwan	1:37.6	–
2^nd	BAGHDAD	Y Aify	–	½
3^rd	BACK TO THE FUTURE	App AR Aiman	–	Neck
4^th	MASTER JIANGMEN	R Rueven	–	Head

RACE 8 (R586) CLASS 5(B) – 1200M

RICHE RICH (SU Lim) and MYSTICAL STAR (App N Varmah) were both slow into stride.

A post-race veterinary examination of GORDON G (S Ruzaini) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer S Shanmugam was questioned with regards to the improved performance of ASIAN JET (J Daniel) today. The only explanation he could offer was that he removed the blinkers and the tongue-tie and had hoped that this horse would improve which it had. In his opinion, this had accounted for the improvement. He undertook to race ASIAN JET equipped in a similar manner in future. His explanation was noted.

Trainer R Lines was questioned with regards to the disappointing performance of GORDON G (S Ruzaini) today. The only explanation he could offer was that the gelding was drawn badly today and was unable to be as handy as he would have liked and as such, disappointed. His explanation was noted.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	ASIAN JET	J Daniel	1:11.5	–
2^nd	GHOST AFFAIR	App R Nuqman	–	2
3^rd	D’GREAT EMPRESS	AM Aizat	–	Neck
4^th	HALLELUJAH	HK Cheng	–	2

RACE 9 (R587) CLASS 5(B) – 1200M

BEAUTY THIRTYNINE 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.

HERO CHAMPION (J Daniel) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and was passed fit to race.

HERO CHAMPION blundered badly on jumping, almost dislodging its rider.

Shortly after the start, RAISE ME UP (AM Aizat) became crowded when racing tight on the inside of LIM’S KEYWAY (App N Varmah) which was racing on the inside of BEAUTY THIRTYNINE (HK Cheng) which had been slightly influenced inwards by BLACK IS POWER (SU Lim). The Stewards deemed this to be a racing incident and took no further action.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that HERO CHAMPION returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Trainer HY Cheng and Jockey SU Lim were questioned with regards to the improved performance of BLACK IS POWER today as compared to its run at the Penang Turf Club on 1^st May 2022. Jockey SU Lim stated that he had received the same instructions which were to get a good jump and place the horse where it was comfortable. Trainer HY Cheng stated that he had given the same instructions to Jockey SU Lim today. However, the horse was drawn better today and there was no pace in the race. Furthermore, he was surprised by the horse’s performance today and could not offer any further explanation. His attention was drawn to MRA Rule 117(3) regarding “in-and-out” running and he was warned that should this horse prove to be inconsistent in the future, it may be suspended.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	BLACK IS POWER	SU Lim	1:12.7	–
2^nd	RAISE ME UP	AM Aizat	–	1 ¾
3^rd	BEAUTY THIRTYNINE	HK Cheng	–	1 ½
4^th	PARISBAS	CC Foo	–	1

GENERAL REPORT(S)

RACE 8 (R532) CLASS 5(A) -1600M, SUNDAY, 1^ST MAY 2022, PENANG TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2022

Trainer HS Lim was questioned with regards to the improved performance of SACRED GALAXY (R Rueven). The only explanation he could offer was that the horse had rested well since its last run and he had changed the rider and this, in his opinion, accounted for the improvement.

HEARIING OF APPEAL FROM JOCKEY CHENG HAN KOK (HK CHENG) AGAINST THE PENALTY OF FOUR MONTHS’ SUSPENSION AND FINE

OF RM10,000/- IMPOSED BY THE STIPENDIARY STEWARDS FOR A

CONTRAVENTION OF MRA RULE 44(10) FOR THE RUNNING AND HANDLING OF “GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN” IN RACE 1 (R136) ON SATURDAY, 29^TH JANUARY 2022, 1^ST DAY, PENANG TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2022

The Penang Turf Club Racing Stewards on 13^th May 2022 heard the above Appeal. Jockey HK Cheng was assisted by Ms Mok Cheng Yoon, a certified Court Interpreter.

After considering the submissions from Jockey HK Cheng, Trainer HY Cheng and the Chief Stipendiary Steward, and reviewing the video replay, the Racing Stewards dismissed the Appeal. The penalty of four months’ suspension was enhanced to six months, to take effect from Monday, 16^th May 2022 and to expire on Tuesday, 15^th November 2022, both days inclusive. The fine of RM10,000/- remains in effect. The appeal deposit was forfeited.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 14^TH MAY 2022
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
4	STAGESHOW	Bruised near fore sole	Vet examination
4	UNDER OATH	Skin allergy	Vet examination
5	AMAZING CHOICE	Sore back	Vet examination
6	MR ALEJANDRO	Knocked off fore tendon	Vet examination
7	WHY NOT	Cut on left knee	Vet examination
7	SACRED SEA	Bruised off fore sole	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 14^TH MAY 2022
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	MISS MICHELLE	Vet examination
2	ROCK ARTIST & YOU ARE GENIUS	Vet examination each
3	JULIUS CAESAR, PURE SPARK & MAKE U FAMOUS	Vet examination each
5	TRAFALGAR	Vet examination
6	SACRED DON & D’GREAT BOSS	1000M & vet examination each
7	MULTIBLUE SHARK	Vet examination
9	HERO CHAMPION	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1	Jockey S Saddam	SUNNY FIGHTER	14/5/2022	250/-	152(5)(a) as read with 44(2)
R2	Trainer C Robert	PULAU PINANG	14/5/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
R7	Trainer K Coetzee	ORDOS LEGEND	14/5/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
R7	Jockey J Daniel	SACRED GALAXY	14/5/2022	250/-	152(5)(a)
Suspension(s)	R2	App A Nazir (LUCKY SIXTYSIX) – suspended 2 months under MRA Rule 44(9)(b)(iii) for incompetent riding

Penang Meeting – 1 May 2022

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG MAY MEETING 2022

1^ST DAY, SUNDAY, 1^ST MAY 2022

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 and Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Stewards)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	HEART FEELING	HS Gill	R Narendran	Medical
16	EXCALIBUR	App M Ruvanesh	Unfixed	EA
3	DREAMS CAN BE REAL	HS Gill	SU Lim	Medical
3	MA BAO BAO	App A Nazir	Unfixed	EA
5	CHER	HS Gill	R Narendran	Medical
7	SORRY BILL	HS Gill	J Low	Medical
8	PENANG BANK	HS Gill	App N Varmah	Medical

RACE 1 (R525) CLASS 5(B) – 1300M

MR DREYFUSS and HOOGA NET, both course scratching as they had sustained cellulitis near fore cannon and was knocked off fore foot respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Emergency acceptor, ROBBEN was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

MAJESTY WARRIOR (KC Tham) which raced poorly, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

A post-race veterinary examination of DARCI SUPER (S Salee) revealed no obvious abnormality.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry into the running and handling of HEART FEELING and after taking evidence from Jockey R Narendran and Trainer T Asogan, the rider and trainer of HEART FEELING respectively and reviewing the video, Jockey R Narendran pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards. The details of the charge were that he failed to give sufficient rein to HEART FEELING on jumping, resulting in the mare being unable to race to its best advantage.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into account Jockey R Narendran’s guilty plea, his riding record and mitigating factors. Jockey R Narendran was suspended from riding in races for a period of six (6) months effective from Monday, 2^nd May 2022 and to expire on Tuesday, 1^st November 2022, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (5.10pm).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	AWATERE	R Rueven	1:18.9	–
2^nd	GORDON G	S Ruzaini	–	1
3^rd	RAISE ME UP	AM Aizat	–	½
4^th	EXCALIBUR	App M Ruvanesh	–	½

RACE 2 (R526) CLASS 5(A) – 1300M

FLEDGELING and ZILFIKAR, both course scratching as they were bruised near fore suspensory and had generalised skin allergy reaction respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

HALLELUJAH (SU Lim) was slow into stride.

GHOST AFFAIR (App N Varmah) and SUNNY STAR (S Saddam) brushed at approximately the 1000M-mark.

AMAZING CHOICE (App A Nazir) was pulling hard in the early stages.

NOVA FACTOR (S Ruzaini) was obliged to race wide in the early and middle stages.

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

Trainer F Maynard was questioned with regard to the improved performance of AMAZING CHOICE. He explained that in its previous run, AMAZING CHOICE had jumped awkwardly and brushed the gate, resulting in it missing the start. Today, he was confident if the horse had a good start, that it would run well and it did so accordingly. His explanation was noted. However, his attention was drawn to MRA Rule 117(3) regarding “in-and-out” running.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	AMAZING CHOICE	App A Nazir	1:18.0	–
2^nd	ELUSIVE EMPEROR	App Z Ahmad	–	1 ¼
3^rd	TUN O’REILLY	S Salee	–	Nose
4^th	WILDFIRE	KC Tham	–	1 ½

RACE 3 (R527) CLASS 5(A) – 1300M

LEESTOWN EXPRESS, MAKE U FAMOUS and BIG SUPER were all course scratching. LEESTOWN EXPRESS had sustained cellulitis near hind leg, MAKE U FAMOUS had sustained cellulitis near fore leg and BIG SUPER had respiratory infection. Each will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

MARCUS ANTONIUS (App S Hafis) and TILSWORTH MICK (KC Wong) were tightened on jumping when racing tight between MA BAO BAO (App A Nazir) on the outside and SUNNY FIGHTER (S Saddam) on the inside.

GOLDEN SHOW (Y Aify) was crowded shortly after the start between PULAU PINANG (App N Varmah) and CALVADOS (S Ruzaini).

App YY Oon, the rider of MODRIC, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of MODRIC revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that CITY KNIGHT (HK Cheng) returned cut into near hind coronet and PULAU PINANG returned having cast its off hind plate.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry into the running and handling of MODRIC and after taking evidence from App YY Oon in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Trainer B Ng and Trainer S Hamilton, the trainer of MODRIC and after reviewing the video, App YY Oon pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards. The details of the charge were that he failed to give sufficient rein to MODRIC on jumping, resulting in him being unable to ride MODRIC to instructions which were to be handy.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into account App YY Oon’s guilty plea, his riding record and mitigating factors. App YY Oon was suspended from riding in races for a period of six (6) months effective from Monday, 2^nd May 2022 and to expire on Tuesday, 1^st November 2022, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (6.25pm).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	I’M SMART GREY	J Low	1:18.0	–
2^nd	SUNNY FIGHTER	S Saddam	–	2
3^rd	MARCUS ANTONIUS	App S Hafis	–	Nose
4^th	GOLDEN SHOW	Y Aify	–	2 ½

RACE 4 (R528) OPEN MAIDEN – 1200M

(WEIGHT-FOR-AGE)

I LOVE YOU 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.

I LOVE YOU (KC Wong) jumped awkwardly.

Jockey SU Lim, the rider of NIGHT LIGHT, was fined a sum of RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for dropping his whip at the 200M-mark.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	RS DIAGO	S Ruzaini	1:12.0	–
2^nd	BATTLESTAR	KP Lim	–	1 ½
3^rd	I LOVE YOU	KC Wong	–	¾
4^th	PENANG MAN	App R Nuqman	–	1 ¾
4^th	SIMLONG BEACH	S Salee	–	Dead Heat

RACE 5 (R529) CLASS 4(A) – 1100M

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

Emergency acceptor, SHANGANI was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

WILLOW SPRINGS (S Salee) jumped awkwardly.

Approaching the 800M-mark, WILLOW SPRINGS shifted inwards, carrying CITY OF DREAM (KC Tham) inwards, resulting in BIG BUS (App N Nuqman) becoming crowded and having to check. At a subsequent Inquiry, Jockey S Salee pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) and he was suspended for two (2) race days with effect from Monday, 2^nd May 2022 and to expire on Sunday, 8^th May 2022, both days inclusive. He was informed of his Right of Appeal (4.10pm).

Over the concluding stages, WILLOW SPRINGS shifted in over the heels of MYO (WK Lee) to obtain clear running and in so doing, bumped POLO BOY (K Eirwan).

A post-race veterinary examination of FLYING BABY (AM Aizat) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	MYO	WK Lee	1:04.9	–
2^nd	WILLOW SPRINGS	S Salee	–	Head
3^rd	OTTAWA	Y Aify	–	Neck
4^th	TERMS OF REFERENCE	App YY Oon	–	1 ½

RACE 6 (R530) CLASS 4(B) – 1100M

KRATOS, a course scratching as it was sore near fore foot – nail pricked, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

CAORUNN (S Salee) jumped awkwardly.

D’GREAT STRIKE (J Low) was hanging in at the early and middle stages.

At approximately the 700M-mark, IAMBUTTER (S Ruzaini) steadied in a tightly-bunched field, resulting in D’GREAT STRIKE which was following, having to steady.

A post-race veterinary examination of CASTLE OCEAN (K Eirwan) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	NO REGRETS	KP Lim	1:05.0	–
2^nd	BLACK QUAIL	App WW Cheah	–	1 ½
3^rd	GENERAL NIX	R Narendran	–	1 ¼
4^th	DESIRE SKY	WK Lee	–	1 ½

RACE 7 (R531) CLASS 5(A) – 1600M

MYSTICAL STAR (App S Hafis) was slow into stride.

Approaching the 200M-mark, GURNEY DRIVE (AM Aizat) rolled outwards slightly, brushing BACK TO THE FUTURE (Y Aify).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	BACK TO THE FUTURE	Y Aify	1:37.3	–
2^nd	TWILL GUY	S Ruzaini	–	1 ¼
3^rd	SONNY BILL	J Low	–	Short head
4^th	GURNEY DRIVE	AM Aizat	–	1 ¼

RACE 8 (R532) CLASS 5(A) – 1600M

TONGARIRO, a course scratching as it was knocked near fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

The Stewards permitted App N Varmah to replace Jockey HS Gill as the rider of PENANG BANK as there was no other suitable rider available.

CROWN DELIGHT (App WW Cheah) was slow into stride.

The saddle on BIG POWER (App R Nuqman) slipped back on jumping, resulting in the gelding becoming bucking and ducking outwards shortly, resulting in App R Nuqman losing the use of his stirrup irons and being unable to assist his mount thereafter.

The saddle on CROWN DELIGHT (App WW Cheah) slipped back in the running.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that BULLSEYE (S Ruzaini) returned having cast its near hind plate.

Trainer HS Lim will be questioned regarding the improved performance of SACRED GALAXY (R Rueven).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	SACRED GALAXY	R Rueven	1:37.3	–
2^nd	CLOUD SHADOW	AM Aizat	–	2 ¼
3^rd	DROUGHT	App S Hafis	–	Head
4^th	MERRY BELL	S Saddam	–	3 ½

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

RACE 2 (R518) CLASS 5(A) -1200m (lc) VENUS HANDICAP

DAY 3, SATURDAY, 30^TH APRIL 2022, PERAK APRIL MEETING 2022

Jockey C Goon (LOOKS GOOD) subsequently exercised his Right of Appeal against the finding and the penalty of 3 months’ suspension imposed by the Stewards for a contravention of MRA Rule 44(10) and applied for a Stay of Sentence. The Stewards considered the application for a stay which was granted.

The Appeal will be heard at a date to be fixed.

PNTC – SUNDAY, 1^ST MAY 2022
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	ARECIBO	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
2	TILSWORTH SYDNEY	Corneal ulcer left eye	Vet examination
2	FLINT STAR	Sore back	Vet examination
2	POWER EXPRESS	Swollen near fore pastern	Vet examination
3	CRU BOURGEOIS	Bruised near fore fetlock and suspensory ligament	Vet examination
6	TILSWORTH JACOBI	Swollen off fore fetlock	Vet examination
6	CRACKING TOTTIE	Cellulitis off fore leg	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY. 1^ST MAY 2022
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	MR DREYFUSS & HOOGA NET	Vet examination each
1	MAJESTY WARRIOR	1000M & vet examination
2	FLEDGELING & ZILFIKAR	Vet examination each
2	NOVA FACTOR	1000M & vet examination
3	LEESTOWN EXPRESS, MAKE U FAMOUS & BIG SUPER	Vet examination each
4	Nil
5	YOGI	Vet examination
6	KRATOS	Vet examination
7	Nil
8	TONGARIRO	Vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R4	Jockey SU Lim	NIGHT LIGHT	1/5/2022	250/-	152(5)(a)
Suspension(s)	R1	Jockey R Narendran (HEART FEELING) – suspended for six (6) months under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards.
	R3	App YY Oon (MODRIC) – suspended for six (6) months under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards.
	R5	Jockey S Salee (WILLOW SPRINGS) – suspended for two (2) race days under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) for careless riding.
Follow-up(s)	R8	Trainer HS Lim (SACRED GALAXY)

Penang Meeting – 16 April 2022

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG APRIL MEETING 2022

SATURDAY, 16^TH APRIL 2022

STATE OF TRACK: SOFT

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman), Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward), Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen and Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Stewards)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	FORTUNE SPIRIT	R Rueven	R Narendran	Medical
2	ANOTHER SHOW	SU Lim	–	Unfixed
5	NICATOR	R Rueven	CK Tan	Medical
6	YOGI	R Rueven	App S Hafis	Medical
6	SOMAR	F Yap	R Narendran	Medical
7	MR G	F Yap	CK Tan	Medical
7	MULTIBLUE SHARK	R Rueven	AM Aizat	Medical
7	DIRECTOR	HS Gill	R Narendran	Medical
8	QIJI LOVE	HS Gill	App S Hafis	Medical
8	MIGHTY PHOENIX	R Rueven	KC Wong	Medical
9	GHAZALAH	HS Gill	R Narendran	Medical
9	JOON HO	R Rueven	App A Najib	Medical
9	D’GREAT WIN	AK Lim	CC Foo	Medical
10	MARCUS ANTONIUS	AK Lim	HK Cheng	Medical
10	NEVERUNCONDITIONAL	HS Gill	Y Aify	Medical
10	KIPEH	App S Hafis	KC Tham	Medical

RACE 1 (R447) CLASS 5(B) – 1400M

ROCK ME EASY and YOU ARE SPECIAL, both course scratching as they had sustained a swollen near fore fetlock and a bruised near fore sole respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Emergency acceptor, SILVER SIXTYSIX was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

Trainer S Dunderdale was fined RM1,000/- under MRA Regulation 20.6 as read with MRA Regulation 20.3.1 for failing to ensure the vaccination status (EHV) was current for TRAVIS. TRAVIS was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at11.45 am.

Trainer C Robert was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for MR DREYFUSS (J Daniel).

The saddle on YULONG DREAM (AM Aizat) was re-adjusted behind the barriers.

Heavy rain fell prior to and during the running of this race.

DAWNBREAKER ( HK Cheng) which stood and was slowly away will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

MR DREYFUSS was slow into stride.

The saddle on MR DREYFUSS slipped backwards during the running.

Jockey J Daniel, the rider of MR DREYFUSS, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of MR DREYFUSS revealed that the gelding returned having cast its near fore plate and was cut into the near fore bulb.

A post-race veterinary examination of DARCI SUPER (SS Vanan) revealed no obvious abnormality.

All riders returned an average of 2kg over.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, Jockey SS Vanan, the rider of DARCI SUPER, pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards. The particulars of the charge were that from the 500M-mark to the end of the race, he failed to ride SUPER DARCI with sufficient vigour and determination when the gelding was running on.

When deciding on penalty, the Stewards took into account the facts of this case, Jockey SS Vanan’s points of mitigation and his record, Jockey SS Vanan was suspended from riding in races for a period of three (3) months with effect from Sunday, 17^th April 2022 and to expire on Saturday, 16^th July 2022, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (6.30 pm).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	FORTUNE SPIRIT	R Narendran	1:29.0	–
2^nd	RAISE ME UP	App YY Oon	–	2
3^rd	CALVADOS	KC Wong	–	2 ¾
4^th	DARCI SUPER	SS Vanan	–	1

RACE 2 (R448) CLASS 5(A) – 1400M

JOEY and PROVE IT, both course scratching as they had sustained a sore near fore tendon and a bruised near fore foot respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

ULURU was a course scratching as it had fever and will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Trainer M Sukri was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for FARDUS (HS Gill).

Trainer HS Lim was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for MOONSHINE MISTRESS (App A Najib).

App A Najib, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Trainer F Maynard was shown the video of his ride on MOONSHINE MISTRESS and was warned against the practice of bouncing up and down on his mount.

Jockey SS Vanan, in the presence of Trainer S Hamilton, was questioned by the Stewards regarding his ride on LEESTOWN EXPRESS. After studying the video of the race, he was warned that in future, he should ride all his mounts in such a manner so as to leave no room for query.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	STAGESHOW	App S Hafis	1:26.1	–
2^nd	FARDUS	HS Gill	–	5
3^rd	MOONSHINE MISTRESS	App A Najib	–	½
4^th	BACK TO THE FUTURE	F Yap	–	½

RACE 3 (R449) CLASS 5(B) – 1700M

FIRST SUCCESS, a course scratching as it was sore off fore foot, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

CAPE LINCOLN which was up 17kgs 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 C Robert was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for LIM’S KEYWAY (R Narendran).

CROWN DELIGHT (SS Vanan) and BABEL (KC Wong) were both slow into stride.

A post-race veterinary examination of GOLD COMPANY (Y Aify) 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.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, App A Najib, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Trainer F Maynard, pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 41(6)(c))(i) in that he struck LEEDSTHEWAY forward of the shoulder at approximately the 100M-mark. He was fined a sum of RM250/-.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	MAGICAL PARK	App S Hafis	1:47.4	–
2^nd	MERRY BELL	S Saddam	–	4 ¼
3^rd	LEEDSTHEWAY	App A Najib	–	2 ½
4^th	PENANG BANK	App R Nuqman	–	Head

RACE 4 (R450) CLASS 5(A) – 1700M

JEFFREY which was up 27kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

DESTINY KNIGHT (CC Foo) which was slow to begin and trailed the field, will be required to

pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

Post-race veterinary examinations of PURPLE RAIN LADY (S Saddam) and SUCCESS STREET (KC Wong) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	GURNEY DRIVE	AM Aizat	1:46.5	–
2^nd	BIG DALLAS	App R Nuqman	–	1 ¼
3^rd	TONGARIRO	Y Aify	–	¾
4^th	SHA NA NA	F Yap	–	4

RACE 5 (R451) CLASS 4(B) – 1300M

SOLID BRISK, a course scratching as it had sustained a swollen near hind pastern, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Emergency acceptors, PULAU PINANG and WILLOW SPRINGS were withdrawn due to a capacity field.

The barrier for BANGKOK BOY (HS Gill) opened on terms at the start. However, the suction cap failed to function and it bounced back marginally. The Stewards were satisfied that this did not affect BANGKOK BOY’s jump. The Official Starter was advised to attend to the gate.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that MISS MICHELLE returned having cast its off fore plate.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, Jockey SS Vanan, the rider of MISS MICHELLE, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he shifted in at approximately the 800M-mark, resulting in interference to TILSWORTH MICK (S Saddam) and D’GREAT STRIKE (AK Lim). Jockey SS Vanan was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) race days with effect from Sunday, 17^th April 2022 and to expire on Sunday, 24^th April 2022, both days inclusive, to be served concurrently with the 3-month suspension imposed for his ride on DARCI SUPER. He was informed of his Right of Appeal (3.05pm).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	UNDER OATH	KC Wong	1:19.8	–
2^nd	NICATOR	CK Tan	–	1 ½
3^rd	BAGHDAD	Y Aify	–	Neck
4^th	MR DUJARDIN	App R Nuqman	–	Head

RACE 6 (R452) CLASS 4(A) – 1300M

Emergency acceptors, LIM’S PIPER, ARAGORN and SHOWCASE THE GOLD were all withdrawn due to a capacity field.

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

The Stewards permitted App S Hafis to replace Jockey R Rueven as the rider of YOGI as there was no suitable jockey available.

A post-race veterinary examination of MAESTRO ECLIPSE (KC Wong) revealed that the gelding returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	TRUDY	SS Vanan	1:18.8	–
2^nd	MR AK	AK Lim	–	6
3^rd	LEGEND WAR	SU Lim	–	Nose
4^th	DISCRETELY RED	S Saddam	–	1 ½

RACE 7 (R453) BANDED 62-89 (SW) – 1200M

(ONLY APPPRENTICES ALLOWANCES PERMITTED)

NOVA STRIKE, a course scratching as it had sustained cellulitis off hind leg, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

MR G (CK TAN) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barrier and was passed fit to race.

Acting on a report from the Official Starter that GOLD SKY BILLION (KC Wong) could not be boxed, the gelding was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at 3.53pm. GOLD SKY BILLION will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

HELIOSPHERE (AK Lim) jumped awkwardly inwards, crowding CHINA CAPTAIN (Y Aify) who lost some ground.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	CHINA CAPTAIN	Y Aify	1:12.2	–
2^nd	RELAU STAR	S Saddam	–	1 ½
3^rd	SUPER COME	App S Hafis	–	Neck
4^th	DIRECTOR	R Narendran	–	Head

RACE 8 (R454) CLASS 5(A) – 1100M

Emergency acceptors, PURE SPARK and LUKE MAN were both withdrawn due to a capacity field.

The following trainers were each fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours on their respective horse:-

Trainer S Shanmugam – BALL AND CHAIN (S Saddam)

Trainer M Sukri – GOOD WARRIOR (KP Lim)

Trainer V Sivan – MIGHTY PHOENIX (KC Wong)

ALPHA MOLTRES (YY Oon) which was fractious in the barrier, went under the gate and galloped the course, was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at 4.26pm. The mare will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

As there was no suitable jockey available, the Stewards permitted App S Hafis to replace Jockey HS Gill as the rider of QIJI LOVE when the latter was stood down by the Club Medical Officer.

MIGHTY PHOENIX was slow into stride.

At approximately the 800M-mark, QIJI LOVE stumbled.

A post-race veterinary examination of QIJI LOVE revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	CRACKING TOTTIE	Y Aify	1:06.8	–
2^nd	GOOD WARRIOR	KP Lim	–	½
3^rd	CITY KNIGHT	CC Foo	–	2
4^th	GHOST AFFAIR	App R Nuqman	–	2 ½

RACE 9 (R455) CLASS 5(A) – 1100M

FUNKADELIC and HEART FEELING, both course scratching as they had sustained a swollen near fore fetlock (cellultis) and was sore near fore fetlock respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

MATILDA 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.

Trainer C Robert was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for SUNNY STAR (S Saddam).

The Stewards permitted App A Najib to replace Jockey R Rueven as the rider of JOON HO as there was no suitable jockey available.

GHAZALAH (R Narendran) was slow into stride.

SIMLONG BEACH (KP Lim) jumped awkwardly inwards, carrying DARK WIZARD (HK Cheng) inwards, resulting in PENANG MAN (App R Nuqman) being crowded and having to steady.

Jockey KP Lim, the rider of SIMLONG BEACH, was warned against the practice of easing up on his ride and that a repetition may result in a penalty being imposed.

Approaching the 800M-mark DARK WIZARD steadied in a tightly-bunched field and as a result, LUCKY SIXTYSIX (KC Wong) which was following, was inconvenienced.

Post-race veterinary examinations of SIMLONG BEACH and PENANG MAN revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	MATILDA	KC Tham	1:06.4	–
2^nd	PROVOCATEUR	AM Aizat	–	3 ½
3^rd	SUNNY STAR	S Saddam	–	3 ½
4^th	DARK WIZARD	HK Cheng	–	2

RACE 10 (R456) CLASS 5(B) – 1100M

MA BAO BAO, a course scratching as it had respiratory infection, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

KIPEH 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.

As there was no suitable apprentice available, the Stewards permitted Jockey KC Tham to replace App S Hafis as the rider of KIPEH.

Jockey KC Wong, the rider of MAJULAH, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of MAJULAH revealed no obvious abnormality.

Post- race veterinary examinations of D’GREAT EMPRESS (AM Aizat) and KIPEH revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer V Sivan and Jockey KC Tham were questioned regarding the disappointing performance of KIPEH. They were unable to offer any tangible explanation. However, Trainer V Sivan was advised to notify the Stewards should he find anything during the course of the week that may have accounted for the disappointing performance.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	NEVERUNCONDITIONAL	Y Aify	1:07.5	–
2^nd	HERO CHAMPION	J Daniel	–	Head
3^rd	MARCUS ANTONIUS	HK Cheng	–	1 ½
4^th	LOYALTY’S ANGEL	S Saddam	–	½

GENERAL REPORT(S)

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

POST RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE)

3^rd APRIL 2022

PERAK TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2022

The report dated 14^th April 2022 (V22/052) 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 3^rd April 2022, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

3^RD APRIL 2022

PERAK TURF C LUB APRIL MEETING 2022

The report dated 14^thApril 2022 (V22/053) 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 April 2022 analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected, except for sample coded “J-3848” which upon analysis, was tested positive to “Mitragynine”, a prohibited substance.

Upon decoding, it was noted that sample coded “J-3848” was provided by App M Lukman. App M Lukman was notified of the finding from USains Biomics Laboratory through his Employing Trainer, Trainer W Lim at 10.00 am on Friday, 15^th April 2022. He was also informed of the provisions of MRA Rule 137 and MRA Regulation 46 with regard to the Referee Sample.

Under MRA Rule 136(3), App M Lukman is stood down from riding in races and riding trackwork, barrier trial and tests with immediate effect pending an Inquiry being conducted at a date to be fixed.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 16^TH APRIL 2022
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	CLASSIC KING	Swollen both fore fetlocks	Vet examination
1	LUCKY VICTORY	Bruised near fore foot	Vet examination
1	SNOW DANCER	Swollen both hind fetlocks	Vet examination
5	CASTLE OCEAN	Sore back	Vet examination
5	MAESTRO	Swollen off hind fetlock	Vet examination
6	MAGIC CITY	Cellulitis off hind leg	Vet examination
7	SACRED DON	Bruised off fore heels	Vet examination
10	PERFECT KIARA	Sore right knee	Vet examination

PNTC – SATURDAY, 16^TH APRIL 2022
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	ROCK ME EASY & YOU ARE SPECIAL	Vet examination each
1	DAWNBREAKER	1 starting stall test
2	JOEY, PROVE IT & ULURU	Vet examination each
3	FIRST SUCCESS	Vet examination
3	GOLD COMPANY	1000M & vet examination
4	DESTINY KNIGHT	1 starting stall test
5	SOLID BRISK	Vet examination
6	MAESTRO ECLIPSE	1000M & vet examination
7	NOVA STRIKE	Vet examination
7	GOLD SKY BILLION	1 starting stall test
8	ALPHA MOLTRES	1 starting stall test
9	FUNKADELIC & HEART FEELING	Vet examination each
10	MA BAO BAO	Vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1	Trainer C Robert	MR DREYFUSS	16/4/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
R1	Trainer S Dunderdale	TRAVIS	16/4/2022	1,000/-	20.6 as read with 20.3.1
R2	Trainer M Sukri	FARDUS	16/4/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
R2	Trainer HS Lim	MOONSHINE MISTRESS	16/4/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
R3	Trainer C Robert	LIM’S KEYWAY	16/4/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
R3	App A Najib	LEEDSTHEWAY	16/4/2022	250/-	41(6)(c)(i)
R6	Trainer KF Wong	DISCRETELY RED	16/4/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
R8	Trainer S Shanmugam	BALL AND CHAIN	16/4/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
R8	Trainer M Sukri	GOOD WARRIOR	16/4/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
R8	Trainer V Sivan	MIGHTY PHOENIX	16/4/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
R9	Trainer C Robert	SUNNY STAR	16/4/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
Suspension(s)	R1	Jockey SS Vanan (DARCI SUPER) – suspended 3 months under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards
	R5	Jockey SS Vanan (MISS MICHELLE) – suspended 2 race days under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) for careless riding

Penang Meeting – 27 February 2022

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG FEBRUARY/MARCH MEETING 2022

1^ST DAY, SUNDAY, 27^TH FEBRUARY 2022

STATE OF TRACK: SOFT

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman), Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward) and Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
3	FLINT	App A Nazir	App A Najib	Medical
7	SACRED EMPIRE	App A Nazir	CK Khaw	Medical
8	SUPREME JUSTICE	J Daniel	Y Aify	Medical
9	BALBOA	J Daniel	HS Gill	Medical

RACE 1 (R264) CLASS 5(B) – 1200M

Emergency acceptors PARISBAS and MY MONEY were both withdrawn due to a capacity field.

GOLDEN COIN (Y Aify) was slow into stride.

At about the 1100M-mark, MATILDA (J Low) shifted in, resulting in interference to DARCI SUPER (S Salee). At a subsequent Inquiry, Jockey J Low, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44((9)(a)(ii) and was suspended for 2 (two) race days effective Monday, 28^th February 2022 and to expire on Saturday, 12^th March 2022, both days inclusive. He was informed of his Right of Appeal (1.35 pm).

At approximately the 900M-mark, HEART FEELING (App R Nuqman) had a tendency to lay outwards.

Passing the 800M-mark, HEART FEELING was crowded and had to check when FUNKADELIC (App YY Oon) shifted inwards. At a subsequent Inquiry, App YY Oon, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Mr B Ng, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44((9)(a)(ii) and was suspended for 2 (two) race days effective Monday, 28^th February 2022 and to expire on Saturday, 19^th March 2022, both days inclusive. He was informed of his Right of Appeal (3.00 pm).

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that ROCK ME EASY (HS Gill) returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Post-race veterinary examinations of LOYALTY’S ANGEL (S Saddam) revealed no obvious abnormality, MAKE U FAMOUS (HK Cheng) returned having cast its near fore plate and MATILDA returned cut into its near hind.

The Stewards inquired into the improved performance of FUNKADELIC. Trainer S Hamilton, when questioned, stated that FUNKADELIC enjoyed the going today coupled with the fact that it was able to lead and in her opinion, that accounted for the gelding’s improved performance. Her explanation was noted and she was advised to race FUNKADELIC in a similar manner in future.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	FUNKADELIC	App YY Oon	1:12.6	–
2^nd	TWILL GUY	KC Wong	–	¾
3^rd	MATILDA	J Low	–	1¾
4^th	L’KEN	R Narendran	–	¾

RACE 2 (R265) CLASS 5(A) – 1200M

Emergency acceptors, JOON HO and ROCK ARTIST were both withdrawn due to a capacity field.

PLATOON, a course scratching as it had sustained multiple injuries both fore, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

SNEAKY GETAWAY (App S Hafis) jumped awkwardly outwards and YES BOSSY (HS Gill) jumped awkwardly inwards, resulting in HALLELUJAH (HK Cheng) being inconvenienced.

At about the 700M-mark, PURE SPARK (App R Nuqman) was crowded and had to check when D’GREAT CHANCE (AM Aizat) shifted inwards. At a subsequent Inquiry, Jockey AM Aizat, the rider of D’GREAT CHANCE, pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) for careless riding and was suspended from riding in races for a period of 2 (two) race days effective Monday, 28^th February 2022 and to expire on Saturday, 19^th March 2022, both days inclusive. He was informed of his Right of Appeal (2.00 pm).

App WW Cheah, the rider of LOUEY VELOCE and Jockey AM Aizat, the rider of D’GREAT CHANCE, both reported that their mounts were not striding out freely. Post-race veterinary examinations of LOUEY VELOCE revealed no obvious abnormality and D’GREAT CHANCE returned cut into its off hind.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that ALCATRAZ (App YY Oon) 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.

Post-race veterinary examinations of YES BOSSY revealed no obvious abnormality and GHOST AFFAIR (SS Vanan) returned cut into its off hind.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	BAGHDAD	Y Aify	1:11.4	–
2^nd	TILSWORTH SYDNEY	S Saddam	–	½
3^rd	GOLDEN SHOW	App S Saran	–	3 ¼
4^th	SNEAKY GETAWAY	App S Hafis	–	3 ¼

RACE 3 (R266) CLASS 5(A) – 1200M

Emergency acceptor, STRONG MAN was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

QUASAR and LUCK MAK MAK, both course scratching as they had sustained cellulitis off fore fetlock and bruised off fore fetlock respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

The Stewards permitted App A Najib to replace App A Nazir as the rider of FLINT when the latter was medically stood down.

ZILFKAR (App Z Ahmad) jumped awkwardly.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that SECKILL (Y Aify) 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.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	QIJI LOVE	HS Gill	1:12.0	–
2^nd	MR MOSA	L De Souza	–	½
3^rd	PENANG MAN	App R Nuqman	–	2 ½
4^th	SUNNY FIGHTER	App S Hafis	–	½

RACE 4 (R267) CLASS 4(A) – 1100M

HARVEYWALLBANGER , a course scratching as it had sustained a bruised back, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

HONEY BOWL and TERMS OF REFERENCE which were up 17kgs and 21kgs in body weight respectively and SIMBA which was down 20kgs in body weight since their last run, were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and were passed fit to start.

MASTER JIANGMEN (App S Hafis) was slow into stride.

The saddle on MADE IN CHINA (L De Souza) slipped backwards in the running.

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

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that SIMBA (J Low) 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 A Najib, the rider of WHY NOT, was shown the video of his ride with regard to his whip use. He was warned that he would be expected to improve his riding style drastically.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	D’GREAT RICH	KC Wong	1:04.9	–
2^nd	FLYING BABY	AM Aizat	–	½
3^rd	SHENG PROISIR	R Rueven	–	1 ¼
4^th	WHY NOT	App A Najib	–	1

RACE 5 (R268 ) CLASS 4(A) – 1100M

HAALAND and MACEO, both course scratching as they had corneal ulcer right eye and stone bruise off fore foot respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

NINGALOO (SU Lim) jumped awkwardly.

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

TRUDY (S Salee) was hanging out in the straight.

NINGALOO shifted out from the whip in the straight and finished the race wide.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that TILSWORTH JACOBI returned having cast its off fore plate.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	NINGALOO	SU Lim	1:04.9	–
2^nd	SHOWCASE THE GOLD	Y Aify	–	Head
3^rd	CENTURY SPEED	App R Nuqman	–	½
4^th	TRUDY	S Salee	–	½

RACE 6 (R269) CLASS 4(B) – 1100M

KRATOS, a course scratching as it had sustained cellulitis near hind cannon, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

MOONSHINE MISTRESS (App A Najib) was slow into stride.

At approximately the 300M-mark, App S Hafis, the rider of SOLID BRISK, got his whip entangled in his rein.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	BLACK QUAIL	L De Souza	1:05.0	–
2^nd	POLO BOY	K Eirwan	–	1 ½
3^rd	PULAU PINANG	App R Nuqman	–	1 ¾
4^th	WILLOW SPRINGS	S Salee	–	Head

RACE 7 (R270) RAPID STAKES A (SW) – 1400M

(ONLY APPRENTICE ALLOWANCES PERMITTED

The Stewards permitted Jockey CK Khaw to replace App A Nazir as the rider of SACRED EMPIRE when there was no suitable Apprentice available.

PLACE YOUR BET (S Saddam) was slow into stride.

App A Saran, the rider of AGUERO JR, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Mr T Asogan, was fined a sum of RM500/- under MRA Rule 41(6)(c)(i) for striking his mount forward of its shoulder on a number of occasions.

App R Nuqman, the rider of ARAGORN, reported that his mount was making abnormal respiratory noises. A post-race veterinary examination of ARAGORN revealed no obvious abnormality.

A post-race veterinary examination of MR AK (Y Aify) revealed that the gelding returned having cast its near hind plate.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	CHINA CAPTAIN	HK Cheng	1:22.9	–
2^nd	GOLD SKY BILLION	J Low	–	2 ¾
3^rd	NOT USUAL PRINCE	HS Gill	–	1 ¼
4^th	AGUERO JR	App A Saran	–	¾

RACE 8 (R271) CLASS 5(A) – 1600M

JOEY, MAZANZE and BERLINETTA, all course scratching as they had sustained epiglottic ulcer, bruised both hind bumpers and bruised near fore fetlock respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

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

The Stewards permitted Jockey Y Aify to replace Jockey J Daniel as the rider of SUPREME JUSTICE when the latter was stood down by the Club Medical Officer.

GHAZALAH (R Narendran) and DESTINY KNIGHT (SU Lim) were both slow into stride.

APOLLO ROCK (L De Souza) was pulling hard in the early stages.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	SUPREME JUSTICE	Y Aify	1:37.4	–
2^nd	GURNEY DRIVE	S Saddam	–	Neck
3^rd	TONGARIRO	App WW Cheah	–	1 ½
4^th	SECOND CHANCE	App S Hafis	–	1 ¼

RACE 9 (R272) CLASS 5(B) – 1600M

Emergency acceptors, BABEL and RELIC WARRIOR were both withdrawn due to a capacity field.

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

MAGICAL PARK which was down 20kgs 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 HS Gill to replace Jockey J Daniel as the rider of BALBOA.

FORTUNE SPIRIT (CK Khaw) and SING DARCI (S Saddam) were both slow into stride.

App WW Cheah, the rider of CROWN DELIGHT, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of CROWN DELIGHT revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that HOOGA NET (HK Cheng) returned having cast its off fore plate.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	KING RAVANA	R Rueven	1:37.5	–
2^nd	MAGICAL PARK	App S Hafis	–	4 ½
3^rd	HOOGA NET	HK Cheng	–	2 ½
4^th	MERRY BELL	App R Nuqman	–	Head

GENERAL REPORT(S)

INQUIRY CONCERNING URINE SAMPLE CODED J-6393 WHICH WAS TAKEN FROM APP AB RIDUAN ON 29^th JANUARY 2022 AT THE PENANG TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2022 AND RETURNED POSITIVE TO “MITRAGYNINE” WHICH IS A PROHIBITED SUBSTANCE IN TERMS OF THE MRA RULES

The Stewards today (27^th February 2022) concluded an Inquiry into the above matter. Evidence was taken from App AB Riduan in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Mr HY Cheng, Dr Chan Sue Hay, Chief Analyst of USains Biomics Laboratory and Mr Jason Tan from Usains Biomics Laboratory.

App AB Riduan pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 136(3)(b) and the particulars of the charge were that a urine sample coded J-6393, submitted by him on 29^th January 2022 at the Penang Turf Club January Meeting 2022, upon analysis, revealed the presence of “Mitragynine”, which is a prohibited substance under the MRA Rules.

In deciding on penalty, the Stewards took into account his guilty plea, the nature and the seriousness of the prohibited substance and the fact that it is his second offence within 12 months for the same prohibited substance. App AB Riduan was disqualified for a period of one (1) year backdated to Saturday, 29^th January 2022, which is the date when he was stood down from riding and to expire on Saturday, 28^th January 2023, both days inclusive. He was informed of his Right of Appeal (10.50 am).

App AB Riduan was informed that he would be required to provide a clear urine sample for analysis before resuming riding.

App AB Riduan, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Mr HY Cheng further pleaded guilty to 2 other charges under MRA Rule 152(3)(a) and MRA Rule 152(5)(a) in that at approximately 12.30 pm on 29^th January 2022 at the designated urine collection area within the Penang Turf Club, he falsely informed the Stipendiary Steward on duty that he did not have anything concealed in his clothing when in fact and known to him, he had concealed in his under clothing a plastic bottle containing urine which he had brought with him with an intention to substitute the urine in the concealed plastic bottle for his urine sample that had been expressly requested for analysis. In so doing, App AB Riduan committed a breach of MRA Rule 152(3)(a) in that he had acted in a manner which in the opinion of the Stewards is prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct or reputation of horse racing in Malaysia. App AB Riduan also committed a breach of MRA Rule 152(5)(a) in that he had misconducted himself on the race course.

In deciding on penalty, the Stewards took into account his guilty plea, the seriousness of the offence, and his mitigating factors. App AB Riduan was disqualified for a period of one (1) year for each offence, the penalties are to run concurrently. The disqualification will take effect from Sunday, 29^th January 2023 and to expire on Sunday, 28^th January 2024, both days inclusive. He was informed of his Right of Appeal (10.50 am).

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

ADDENDUM

RACE 8 (R232) CLASS 4(B) – 1400m (sc)

DAY 1, SATURDAY – 19^th FEBRUARY 2022

PERAK FEBRUARY MEETING 2022

Jockey Tan Chee Kit (CK Tan) rode his 80^th winner on KRUGER and therefore would only be eligible to claim 1kg rider allowance with effective from 22.02.2022.

PNTC – SUNDAY, 27^TH FEBRUARY 2022
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	NEVERUNCONDITIONAL	Stone bruise off fore foot	Vet examination
2	MBAPPE	Sore back	Vet examination
5	CASTLE OCEAN	Sore back	Vet examination
9	SUCCESS STREET	Bruised near fore sole	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 27^TH FEBRUARY 2022
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	ROCK ME EASY	1000M & vet examination
2	PLATOON	Vet examination
2	ALCATRAZ	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
3	QUASAR & LUCK MAK MAK	Vet examination each
3	SECKILL	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
4	HARVEYWALLBANGER	1000M & vet examination
4	SIMBA	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
5	HAALAND & MACEO	Vet examination each
6	KRATOS	Vet examination
7	Nil
8	JOEY, MAZANZE & BERLINETTA	Vet examination each
9	AMAZING DRAGON	Vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R7	App A Saran	AGUERO JR	27/2/2022	500/-	41(6)(c)(i)
R8	Trainer S Deva Raj	CODIGOS	27/2/2022	500/-	PNTC Official Programme Clause 3.4
Suspension(s)	R1	Jockey J Low (MATILDA) – suspended 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) App YY Oon (FUNKADELIC) – suspended 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)
	R2	Jockey AM Aizat (D’GREAT CHANCE) – suspended 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)
Disqualification	PNTC 29/1/2022	App AB Riduan – Disqualified 1 year under MRA Rule 136(3)(b) App AB Riduan – Disqualified 1 year each under MRA Rule 152(3)(a) and MRA Rule 152(5)(a)
Follow-up(s)	Nil

Penang Meeting – 12 February 2022

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG FEBRUARY MEETING 2022

1^ST DAY, SATURDAY, 12^TH FEBRUARY 2022

STATE OF TRACK: YIELDING (Race 1 to Race 4)

GOOD (Race 5 to Race 8)

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman), Mr Philip Anderson and Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Stewards), Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen and Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Stewards)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
2	NEVER UNCONDITIONAL	–	App A Nazir	Unfixed
3	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	S Salee	CK Khaw	Stewards’ order
3	JOEY	–	S Salee	Unfixed

RACE 1 (R182) CLASS 5(B) – 1300M

Emergency acceptors, POLO TYCOON and GOLDEN STATES were both withdrawn due to a capacity field.

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

DARCI SUPER (S Salee), DAWNBREAKER (SU Lim) and FRANCES (CK Khaw) were all slow into stride.

DARCI SUPER was pulling hard and was difficult to settle in the early stages of the race.

TWILL GUY (HK Cheng) was obliged to race wide on the turn and entered the home straight wide.

RAISE ME UP (App A Saran) was hanging in at the top of the straight, resulting in the rider changing his whip to his left hand. As a consequence, RAISE ME UP shifted out, finishing the race wide. App A Saran was shown the video of his ride and warned to make a greater attempt to keep his mounts on a straight course in future.

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

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	POWER EXPRESS	App S Hafis	1:19.0	–
2^nd	SHOW ROYALE	KC Tham	–	2
2^nd	SONG KID	App WW Cheah	–	Dead heat
4^th	EXCALIBUR	App A Nazir	–	Neck

RACE 2 (R183) CLASS 5(A) – 1300M

Emergency acceptor, AWATERE was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

VIJETA, PENNSYLVANIA and FRANKLY MY DEAR, all course scratching as they had a nail prick off hind foot, fever and was bruised off fore cannon respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

SUNNY STAR (J Daniel) and MYSTICAL STAR (K Eirwan) were both slow into stride.

Jockey J Daniel, the rider of SUNNY STAR, was fined R250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for dropping his whip at the top of the straight.

App A Nazir, the rider of NEVERUNCONDITIONAL, reported that his mount was making abnormal respiratory noises. A post-race veterinary examination of the gelding revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer HY Cheng was questioned with regards to the improved performance of DESTINY CHILD (SU Lim) today. He explained that on 2^nd February 2022, DESTINY CHILD was very fractious behind and in the barriers and it did not like the kick-back on the day. Furthermore, he was surprised at today’s result. The Stewards noted his explanation and his attention was drawn to the rules regarding “in-and-out” running (MRA Rule 117(3)).

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, App A Azizi, the rider of BAGHDAD, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Mr T Asogan, pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards. The particulars of the charge were:

that he failed to make any serious attempt to ride BAGHDAD to his instructions which were to be midfield;

that he failed to improve his position between the 1200M-mark and the 400M-mark when there was opportunity to do so.

When deciding on penalty, the Stewards took into account the facts of this case, App A Azizi’s points of mitigation and his riding record. App A Azizi was suspended from riding in races for a period of four (4) months with effect from Sunday, 13^th February 2022 and to expire on Sunday, 12^th June 2022, both days inclusive. In addition, he was fined a sum of RM10,000/- (Ringgit Malaysia Ten Thousand). He was advised of his Right of Appeal (6.45pm).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	DESTINY CHILD	SU Lim	1:18.4	–
2^nd	ZILFIKAR	App Z Ahmad	–	½
3^rd	PURPLE RAIN LADY	App S Hafis	–	Short head
4^th	BAGHDAD	App A Azizi	–	2

RACE 3 (R184) CLASS 5(A) – 1300M

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

Jockey CK Khaw replaced Jockey S Salee as the rider of LEESTOWN EXPRESS by order of the Stewards.

YES BOSSY (M Yusri) which was difficult to be boxed, delaying the start, will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

MICHIKAWA (J Daniel) was slow to begin and will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

STAGESHOW (App S Hafis), SHADOW SPEED (App I Firdzriel) and CITY KNIGHT (HK Cheng) were all slow into stride.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	SUNNY FIGHTER	S Rosmizan	1:18.2	–
2^nd	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	CK Khaw	–	1
3^rd	TILSWORTH SYDNEY	R Rueven	–	½
4^th	YES BOSSY	M Yusri	–	1 ¼

RACE 4 (R185) BANDED 62–89 (SW) – 1400M

(ONLY APPRENTICES ALLOWANCES PERMITTED)

GOLD SKY BILLION, a course scratching as it was sore left knee, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

DISCRETELY RED (K Eirwan) jumped awkwardly.

PLACE YOUR BET (App YY Oon) jumped awkwardly outwards and was slow into stride.

The saddle on PLACE YOUR BET slipped backwards in the running.

SUPER WINNER (J Daniel) and PLACE YOUR BET, which raced poorly, will each be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Jockey J Daniel, the rider of SUPER WINNER, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of SUPER WINNER revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that SACRED GURU (R Rueven) and ARC TRIUMPH (AM Aizat) both returned, having cast their off fore plate.

The State of Track was upgraded to “Good” after the running of this race.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	LONELY BOY	S Rosmizan	1:22.5	–
2^nd	ARC TRIUMPH	AM Aizat	–	1 ¼
3^rd	RELAU STAR	App S Hafis	–	2 ½
4^th	HELIOSPHERE	App A Nazir	–	Nose

RACE 5 (R186) CLASS 4(A) – 1600M

GLENAFTON, a course scratching as it had a swollen right eye, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

LEOPARD ECLIPSE (CK Khaw) was inconvenienced on jumping when SHENG PROISIR (App A Saran) rolled inwards.

Shortly after the start, CENTURY SPEED (F Yap) rolled inwards onto IAMBUTTER (App I Firdzriel), resulting in COLOUR PAINT (K Eirwan) being inconvenienced. Jockey F Yap was shown the video of the incident and warned to exercise greater care when shifting ground in future.

Trainer CC Ooi, when questioned regarding the improved performance of RAGNAR (AM Aizat) today, was unable to offer any tangible explanation. He was advised that RAGNAR had built up a pattern of “in-and-out” running and should it run poorly in the future, the gelding may be suspended.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	RAGNAR	AM Aizat	1:36.9	–
2^nd	LEOPARD ECLIPSE	CK Khaw	–	2 ¼
3^rd	SHENG PROISIR	App A Saran	–	Short head
4^th	CHINA CAPTAIN	S Rosmizan	–	2

RACE 6 (R187) CLASS 4(A) – 1200M

STRAP MARKS, a course scratching as it bled during the trial on 8^th February 2022, 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.

TRAFALGAR, a course scratching as it had sustained a nail bind injury both fore, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

FLYING BABY (App I Firdzriel) was slow into stride.

TILSWORTH MICK (App A Nazir) was pulling hard and difficult to settle in the early stages.

GENERAL NIX (App A Azizi) brushed the inside running rail at approximately the 800M-mark.

At about the 700M-mark, PREMIUM RUSH (J Daniel) shifted out to obtain a clear run and in so doing, carried TILSWORTH MICK and PACIFIC MYSTICAL (SU Lim) wide.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	VETRI	KC Tham	1:11.0	–
2^nd	PENDRAGON PRINCESS	R Rueven	–	3 ¾
3^rd	D’GREAT COMMAND	AM Aizat	–	Head
4^th	KRATOS	HK Cheng	–	Head

RACE 7 (R188) CLASS 4(B) – 1200M

At approximately the 1100M-mark, QUASAR (App A Saran) had to steady in a tightly-bunched field.

At about the 1000M-mark, SOMAR (S Rosmizan) clipped the heels of BALL AND CHAIN (J Daniel). Shortly thereafter, MERCURIAL TURN (App WW Cheah) became crowded and had to steady when SOMAR shifted in. Jockey S Rosmizan was shown the video of the incident and warned to exercise greater care when shifting ground in future.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that PULAU PINANG (App YY Oon) returned having cast its off hind plate and BALL AND CHAIN returned with a speedy cut to its off hind.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	SOMAR	S Rosmizan	1:11.4	–
2^nd	D’GREAT RICH	AM Aizat	–	2 ½
3^rd	AMAZING CHOICE	R Rueven	–	¾
4^th	CERDAN	CK Khaw	–	Head

RACE 8 (R189) OPEN MAIDEN – 1100M

(WEIGHT-FOR-AGE)

JAPAN CAPTAIN and CRU BOURGEOIS, both course scratching as they had respiratory infection and had sustained a bruised near fore medial distal branch of the suspensory ligament respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Jockey AM Aizat was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to seek the permission of the Stewards to ride 1kg over on VEGAS SHOWGIRL within the stipulated time.

IZAKHAR ECLIPSE (CK Khaw) dislodged its rider en route to the start and ran a considerable distance. The Stewards ordered the withdrawal of IZAKHAR ECLIPSE at 5.21pm. IZAKHAR ECLIPSE will be required to re-qualify for ORT before being declared to race again.

Jockey AM Aizat, the rider of VEGAS SHOWGIRL, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of VEGAS SHOWGIRL revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that TALENTED returned having cast its off fore and off hind plates and HAALAND returned having cast its off hind plate.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, Jockey AM Aizat pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 41(6)(c)(ii) for using his whip on VEGAS SHOWGIRL when this filly was out of contention. Jockey AM Aizat was fined RM500/-.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	HAALAND	S Salee	1:04.9	–
2^nd	TALENTED	HK Cheng	–	1
3^rd	PENANG MAN	App YY Oon	–	8
4^th	SNEAKY GETAWAY	App S Hafis	–	2 ¼

GENERAL REPORT(S)

RACE 1 (R136) CLASS 5(B) – 1700M, SATURDAY, 29^TH JANAURY 2022,

1^ST DAY, PENANG TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2022

The Stewards today (12^th February 2022) opened an Inquiry into statements made by Trainer HY Cheng during the Inquiry held on 29^th January 2022 into the running and handling of GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN (HK Cheng). Evidence was taken from Trainer HY Cheng who was assisted by an interpreter.

After considering the evidence, the Stewards decided to proceed no further on this matter. However, Trainer HY Cheng was warned that he is expected to be more precise in the statements he submits at Inquiries in future.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES

29^th & 30^th January 2022

PENANG TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2022

The report dated 10^th February 2022 (V22/016) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 6 bottles of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 31^st January 2022 for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected except for sample coded J-6393, which upon analysis, was tested positive to “Mitragynine”, a prohibited substance.

Upon decoding, it was noted that sample coded J-6393 was provided by App AB Riduan. App AB Riduan was notified of the finding from Usains Biomics Laboratory through his Employing Trainer, Mr HY Cheng on Saturday, 12^th February 2022.

Under MRA Rule 136(3), App AB Riduan is stood down from riding races and riding track-work, barrier trials and tests with immediate effect, pending an Inquiry being conducted at a date to be fixed.

GENERAL REPORT – SLTC

RACE 10 (R172) CLASS 5 (B) – 1300M (SHORT COURSE) – GOOD HEALTH STAKES, WEDNESDAY, 2 FEBRUARY 2022, SELANGOR TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2022

Jockey J Shankar (NOVA DASHING) subsequently exercised his Right of Appeal and applied for a Stay of Sentence. The Panel of Stewards considered the application for a stay which was granted. The appeal hearing against the penalty of the suspension of two (2) months will be held at a date to be fixed.

Jockey J Shankar’s (BLACK THORN) suspension for two (2) Selangor race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in Race 7 on Sunday, 6 February 2022, which was to be served concurrently, shall be deferred to commence from 14 February 2022 and to expire on 12 March 2022, both dates inclusive.

On 6 February 2022, the Panel of Stewards fined Trainer S Siva RM1000/- under the provisions of MRA Rule 12(g) for failing to appear at this inquiry in a timely manner.

ADDITIONAL / LATE REPORT

RACE 4 (R176) CLASS 4 (A) – 1100M (SHORT COURSE), SUNDAY, 6 FEBRUARY 2022, SELANGOR TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2022

BAKUTEH

(App N Varmah)

Was slow into stride. Vet exam: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)

ADDITIONAL / LATE REPORT

RACE 8 (R180) CLASS 5 (A) – 1700M (LONG COURSE), SUNDAY, 6 FEBRUARY 2022, SELANGOR TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2022

SLEEPY JOE

(J Shankar)

Vet exam: Respiratory distress – 1000M/vet.

ADDITIONAL / LATE REPORTS

SLTC, SUNDAY, 6 FEBRUARY 2022
POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED
Race	Horse	Reason/Finding	Test	Remark
4	BAKUTEH	Lame off fore	1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)	–
8	SLEEPY JOE	Respiratory distress	1000M/vet	–

PNTC – SATURDAY, 12^TH FEBRUARY 2021
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	D’GREAT LOVE	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
1	VETRI NAMATHE	Bruised off hind bumper	Vet examination
2	KYO	Sore back	Vet examination
2	FRANKLY MY DEAR
3	BOOM ALMIGHTY	Swollen off fore tendon	Vet examination
3	SING DARCI	Swollen off fore pastern	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 12^TH FEBRUARY 2022
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	LUCKY SIXTYSIX	Vet examination
1	ROBBEN	1000M & vet examination
2	VIJETA, PENNSYLVANIA & FRANKLY MY DEAR	Vet examination each
3	INVISIBLE	Vet examination
3	YES BOSSY & MICHIKAWA	1 starting stall test each
4	GOLD SKY BILLION	Vet examination
4	SUPER WINNER & PLACE YOUR BET	1000M and vet examination each
5	GLENAFTON	Vet examination
6	STRAP MARKS	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
6	TRAFALGAR	Vet examination
7	Nil
8	JAPAN CAPTAIN & CRU BOURGEOIS	Vet examination
8	IZAKHAR ECLIPSE	Re-qualify for ORT

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R2	Jockey J Daniel	SUNNY STAR	12/02/2022	250/-	152(5)(a)
R2	App A Azizi	BAGHDAD	12/02/2022	10,000/-	44(10)
R8	Jockey AM Aizat	VEGAS SHOWGIRL	12/02/2022	250/-	152(5)(a)
R8	Jockey AM Aizat	VEGAS SHOWGIRL	12/02/2022	500/-	41(6)(c)(ii)
Suspension(s)	R2	App A Azizi (BAGHDAD) – suspended 4 months under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards
Follow-up(s)	29/01/2022	App AB Riduan (MRA Rule 136(3))

Penang Meeting – 30 January 2022

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG JANUARY MEETING 2022

SUNDAY, 30^TH JANUARY 2022

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	MR DAVID	App AB Riduan	App R Nuqman	Stewards’ order
2	TWILL GUY	App I Firdzriel	Y Aify	Wrongly declared
3	RISE OF THE LEGEND	App AB Riduan	App R Nuqman	Stewards’ order
5	VETRI	App AB Riduan	App S Hafis	Stewards’ order
6	NOVA STRIKE	App AB Riduan	App R Nuqman	Stewards’ order
8	JUNIOR	App AB Riduan	App S Hafis	Stewards’ order
8	KING MIDAS	S Rosmizan	SS Vanan	Medical

RACE 1 (R144) CLASS 5(A) – 1700M

PURPLE RAIN LADY (App S Hafis) was hanging in at the top of the straight.

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

A post-race veterinary examination of MAZANZE (S Rosmizan) revealed no obvious abnormality.

MR DAVID, SONG RIVER (R Rueven) and HANGRY (S Salee) which all raced poorly, will each be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	MAESTRO	App I Firdzriel	1:43.2	–
2^nd	MERRY BELL	App A Nazir	–	3
3^rd	FIRST SUCCESS	App AR Aiman	–	Head
4^th	MR PAULANDRE	CK Khaw	–	Neck

RACE 2 (R145) CLASS 5(A) – 1400M

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

Trainer CC Ooi was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for wrongly declaring App I Firdzriel instead of Jockey Y Aify as the rider of TWILL GUY. The Stewards permitted Jockey Y Aify to ride TWILL GUY.

BIG POWER (App R Nuqman) jumped awkwardly and shortly after the start, ducked in abruptly, inconveniencing ROCK ME EASY (M Yusri) and TWILL GUY.

Passing the 1000M-mark, TWILL GUY brushed the running rail.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that TWILL GUY returned having cast its off fore plate.

Jockey S Saddam, the rider of TILSWORTH SYDNEY, was shown the video of his ride in the straight and was cautioned with regards to his whip use.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	ANOTHER SHOW	KC Tham	1:23.6	–
2^nd	TILSWORTH SYDNEY	S Saddam	–	Short head
3^rd	MODRIC	App A Saran	–	½
4^th	QIJI LOVE	CK Khaw	–	1

RACE 3 (R146) CLASS 5(A) – 1400M

Emergency acceptor, ZILFIKAR was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

GOLDEN SHOW (App A Saran) jumped awkwardly outwards, brushing the outside gate.

App A Saran, the rider of GOLDEN SHOW, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination revealed that GOLDEN SHOW returned lame near fore and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	RISE OF THE LEGEND	App R Nuqman	1:23.9	–
2^nd	SUNNY FIGHTER	S Saddam	–	½
3^rd	MBAPPE	S Rosmizan	–	1 ¼
4^th	ELENA OF AVALOR	AM Aizat	–	¾

RACE 4 (R147) CLASS 4(A) – 1300M

TRUDY, a course scratching as it was sore near fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

CERDAN (CK Khaw) stumbled on jumping.

AGUERO JR (App A Saran) over-raced in the back straight having to be steadied off the heels of MAGIC CITY (Y Aify) at approximately the 1000M-mark.

Jockey Y Aify, the rider of MAGIC CITY, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination revealed that MAGIC CITY returned lame near fore and was cut near hind. MAGIC CITY will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	AGUERO JR	App A Saran	1:16.3	–
2^nd	CHINA CAPTAIN	HK Cheng	–	1 ½
3^rd	WHY NOT	R Rueven	–	½
3^rd	TEH TARIK	App AR Aiman	–	DH

RACE 5 (R148) CLASS 4(A) – 1100M

STRAP MARKS and ALWAYS THE GREAT, both course scratching as they were bruised near fore tendon and sore off fore fetlock respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

GEORGETOWN and DESIRE SKY, both course scratching as they had a left eye corneal ulceration and a sore back respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

TILSWORTH MICK was withdrawn with permission of the Stewards.

AYAAN (App A Saran) jumped awkwardly inwards, inconveniencing PRATT STREET (F Yap).

PRATT STREET was obliged to race wide on the turn and entered the home straight wide.

App S Hafis, the rider of VETRI, in the presence of his Acting Trainer, K Coetzee, pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 41(6)(c)(i) in that he struck VETRI in front of the shoulder on several occasions. App S Hafis was fined RM1,000/-.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	VETRI	App S Hafis	1:04.0	–
2^nd	MYO	J De Souza	–	½
3^rd	KRATOS	HK Cheng	–	Head
4^th	THE MAREEBA MANGO	AM Aizat	–	½

RACE 6 (R149) RAPID STAKES A – 1200M

NEW YEAR TROPHY (SW)

(ONLY APPRENTICE ALLOWANCE PERMITTED)

KIWI KID, a course scratching as it had a cut to its near hind fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

ECLIPSE SPLASH (J De Souza) was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at 4.28pm when it was unable to be loaded. ECLIPSE SPLASH will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

Shortly after the start, NOVA STRIKE (App R Nuqman) was inconvenienced as a result of SACRED GURU (R Rueven) shifting in.

At approximately the 900M-mark, SACRED TONIC (CK Khaw), LIM’S DASHING (AM Aizat) and MOONGATE LIGHT (L De Souza) suffered varying degrees of interference when

RELAU STAR (S Saddam) shifted inwards. At a subsequent inquiry, Jockey S Saddam pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) and was suspended for two (2) race days with effect from Monday, 31^st January 2022 and to expire on Saturday, 19^th February 2022, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (5.15pm).

A post-race veterinary examination of NOVA STRIKE revealed no obvious abnormality.

App S Hafis, the rider of SUPER WINNER was warned that he must listen to the Club Official Starter and abide by his instructions, failing which action may be taken against him.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	MOONGATE LIGHT	L De Souza	1:10.0	–
2^nd	RELAU STAR	S Saddam	–	1 ½
3^rd	SUPER WINNER	App S Hafis	–	Head
4^th	LIM’S DASHING	AM Aizat	–	1

RACE 7 (R150) CLASS 5(A) – 1200M

STARDICE (S Salee) jumped awkwardly outwards, inconveniencing ROCK ARTIST (App A Najib) and CHIPS (J De Souza).

At about the 800M-mark, CITY KNIGHT (CC Foo) clipped the heels of SUNTZU (S Saddam) and stumbled.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that CASTLE CHOICE (App A Nazir) 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.

A post-race veterinary examination on PROVOCATEUR (App I Firdzriel) revealed no obvious abnormality.

PROVOCATEUR and OVERLORD (App S Hafis) which raced poorly, will each be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	GENERAL NIX	App AR Aiman	1:10.3	–
2^nd	BAGHDAD	Y Aify	–	Neck
3^rd	STARDICE	S Salee	–	6 ¼
4^th	CHIPS	J De Souza	–	1 ¼

RACE 8 (R151) CLASS 5(A) – 1200M

LOUEY VELOCE and LUKE MAN, both course scratching as they had a right eye corneal ulceration and a sore off fore fetlock respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Trainer S Deva Raj was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to remove the use of cross nose band on CODIGOS (R Rueven) within the stipulated time. He was further fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours on CODIGOS.

The Stewards permitted Jockey SS Vanan to replace Jockey S Rosmizan as the rider of KING MIDAS when the latter was stood down by the Club Medical Officer.

JUNIOR (App S Hafis) lugged outwards on jumping.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	BANGKOK BOY	Y Aify	1:10.1	–
2^nd	TALENTED	HK Cheng	–	¾
3^rd	D’GREAT CHANCE	J De Souza	–	Nose
4^th	BATTLESTAR	App A Najib	–	1

GENERAL REPORT(S)

AMENDMENT

PNTC – SATURDAY, 29^TH JANUARY 2022
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
2	HOSTWIN CHEVALIER	Knocked off fore suspensory ligament	Vet examination
3	MADE IN CHINA	Stone bruise off fore	Vet examination
4	WILLOW SPRINGS	Inappetence	Vet examination (21 days embargo)
6	MR G	Bruised back	Vet examination
7	CLASSIC KING	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination

RACE 1 (R136) CLASS 5(B) – 1700M, SATURDAY, 29^TH JANAURY 2022,

1^ST DAY, PENANG TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2022

Trainer HY Cheng was advised today (30^th January 2022) that there would be an Inquiry held into statements made during yesterday’s Inquiry into the running and handling of GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN (HK Cheng).

RACE 1 (R136) CLASS 5(B) – 1700M, SATURDAY, 29^TH JANAURY 2022,

1^ST DAY, PENANG TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2022

Jockey HK Cheng (GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN) subsequently exercised his Right of Appeal against both the finding and the penalty of 4 months’ suspension and the fine of RM10,000/- for a contravention of MRA Rule 44(10) imposed by the Stipendiary Stewards on 29^th January 2022, and applied for a Stay of Sentence which was granted by the Stipendiary Stewards.

The appeal will be heard at a date to be fixed.

PNTC – SUNDAY, 30^TH JANUARY 2022
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	DREAMS CAN BE REAL	Bled	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
2	SPEEDY SWALLOW	Bruised off hind fetlock	Vet examination
4	LIM’S PERSHING	Bruised left shoulder	Vet examination
5	TERMS OF REFERENCE	Sore off fore fetlock	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 30^TH JANUARY 2022
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	MR DAVID, SONG RIVER & HANGRY	1000M & vet examination each
2	MR DREYFUSS	Vet examination
3	GOLDEN SHOW	1000M & vet examination
4	TRUDY	Vet examination
4	MAGIC CITY	1000M & vet examination
5	STRAP MARKS, ALWAYS D’ GREAT, GEORGETOWN & DESIRE SKY	Vet examination each
6	KIWI KID	Vet examination
6	ECLIPSE SPLASH	1 starting stall test
7	CASTLE CHOICE	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
7	PROVOCATEUR & OVERLORD	1000M & vet examination each
8	LOUEY VELOCE & LUKE MAN	Vet examination each

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R2	Trainer CC Ooi	TWILL GUY	30/1/2022	250/-	152(5)(a)
R5	App S Hafis	VETRI	30/1/2022	1,000/-	41(6)(c)(i)
R8	Trainer S Deva Raj	CODIGOS	30/1/2022	250/-	152(5)(a)
R8	Trainer S Deva Raj	CODIGOS	30/1/2022	100/-	65(5)(c)
Suspension(s)	R6	Jockey S Saddam (RELAU STAR) – suspended 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)
Follow-up(s)	R1 29/1/2022	Trainer HY Cheng (GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN)

Penang Meeting – 29 January 2022

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG JANUARY MEETING 2022

SATURDAY, 29^TH JANUARY 2022

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
2	BULLSEYE	App AB Riduan	App S Hafis	Stewards’ order
3	PACIFIC MYSTICAL	App AB Riduan	App S Hafis	Stewards’ order
5	VAIN TYCOON	App AB Riduan	App S Hafis	Stewards’ order
6	FLYING BABY	App AB Riduan	App I Firdzriel	Stewards’ order
7	PENNSYLVANIA	App AB Riduan	App I Firdzriel	Stewards’ order

RACE 1 (R136) CLASS 5(B) – 1700M

CAPE LINCOLN which was up 18kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

CROWN DELIGHT (CK Khaw) was slow to begin.

GOLDEN EMPIRE (S Saddam) and MERMAID (S Rosmizan) were slow into stride.

A post-race veterinary examination of GOLDEN EMPIRE revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer S Cook was questioned regarding the improved performance of SUCCESS STREET (AM Aizat). He stated that the gelding appreciated the good track today. His explanation was noted.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, Jockey HK Cheng, the rider of GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN, was found guilty of a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards. The particulars of the charge were that:

after having had a good jump at the 1700M, he took hold of his mount from approximately the 1500M-mark to the 1000M-mark and unnecessarily restrained his mount, resulting in it losing its position and placing it where it could not race to its best advantage;

he shifted out at approximately the 700M-mark when there was a clear run ahead of him.

When deciding on penalty, the Stewards took into account the facts of this case, Jockey HK Cheng’s points of mitigation and his riding record. Jockey HK Cheng was suspended from riding in races for a period of four (4) months with effect from Monday, 31^st January 2022 and to expire on Monday, 30^th May 2022, both days inclusive. In addition, he was fined a sum of RM10,000/- (Ringgit Malaysia Ten Thousand). He was advised of his Right of Appeal (6.10pm).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	SUCCESS STREET	AM Aizat	1:42.5	–
2^nd	CAPE LINCOLN	L De Souza	–	½
3^rd	SOON YOU THINK	App S Hafis	–	3 ¼
4^th	LEEDSTHEWAY	App A Najib	–	1 ½

RACE 2 (R137) CLASS 5(B) – 1400M

ROBBEN, a course scratching as it had sustained a stone bruise off fore foot, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

App AB Riduan was stood down today when it became evident to the Stewards that there was an irregularity with his urine collection. His Employing Trainer, HY Cheng was advised at 1.00 pm today of the situation. The Stewards will hold an Inquiry into this matter at a date to be fixed. App AB Riduan is not permitted to ride in races, trackwork, barrier trials and tests until the conclusion of the Inquiry.

The Stewards permitted App S Hafis to replace App AB Riduan as the rider of BULLSEYE.

Jockey SS Vanan, the rider of AWATERE, reported that his saddle slipped to the left hand side at approximately the 600M-mark and that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of AWATERE revealed no obvious abnormality.

Jockey Y Aify, the rider of SILVER SIXTYSIX, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of SILVER SIXTYSIX revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer K Coetzee was questioned with regards to the improved performance of SING DARCI (S Saddam). He explained that he had removed the blinker from the gelding and coupled with the good track today, these in his opinion, accounted for the gelding’s improved performance.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	SING DARCI	S Saddam	1:22.9	–
2^nd	BULLSEYE	App S Hafis	–	2 ½
3^rd	YULONG DREAM	App I Firdzriel	–	1 ½
4^th	VETRI NAMATHE	App A Saran	–	2

RACE 3 (R138) CLASS 4(B) – 1100M

Emergency acceptor, SNEAKY GETAWAY was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

COPACABANA, a course scratching as it had a swollen near fore fetlock , will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

The Stewards ordered the withdrawal of MOONSHINE MISTRESS at 12.38pm acting on veterinary advice that it was lame off fore fetlock. MOONSHINE MISTRESS will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

The Stewards permitted App S Hafis to replace App AB Riduan as the rider of PACIFIC MYSTICAL.

ALCATRAZ (App A Saran) jumped awkwardly outwards, making contact with FLINT STAR (S Saddam).

Jockey K Eirwan, the rider of POLO BOY, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of POLO BOY revealed no obvious abnormality.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, App AR Aiman, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, S Hamilton, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that whilst riding SACRED SURFER, he permitted his mount to shift inwards from the start, carrying POLO BOY inwards onto ALCATRAZ, resulting in UNDER OATH (R Rueven) being crowded and having to check. App AR Aiman was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) race days with effect from Monday, 31^st January 2022 and to expire on Saturday, 19^th February 2022, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (3.05 pm).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	PACIFIC MYSTICAL	App S Hafis	1:03.3	–
2^nd	DETERMINE TO WIN	CK Tan	–	2 ½
3^rd	WINNER NUMBER ONE	F Yap	–	¾
4^th	UNDER OATH	R Rueven	–	Head

RACE 4 (R139) CLASS 4(B) – 1300M

App R Nuqman, the rider of CENTURY SPEED, had to re-gather his reins at approximately the 300M-mark.

Jockey L De Souza, the rider of PULAU PINANG, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of PULAU PINANG revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that AMAZING CHOICE (App A Nazir) returned having cast its off hind plate.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	CENTURY SPEED	App R Nuqman	1:16.2	–
2^nd	IPOH DASH	App S Hafis	–	5 ½
3^rd	AMAZING CHOICE	App A Nazir	–	Head
4^th	D’GREAT VULTURE	J De Souza	–	1

RACE 5 (R140) CLASS 4(B) – 1300M

The Stewards permitted App S Hafis to replace App AB Riduan as the rider of VAIN TYCOON.

SOMAR (S Rosmizan), SUNNY STAR (S Saddam) and SHENG PROISIR (App I Firdzriel) were all slow into stride.

App AR Aiman, the rider of NO REGRETS was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for dropping his whip at approximately the 200M-mark.

App I Firdzriel, the rider of SHENG PROISIR, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of SHENG PROISIR revealed no obvious abnormality.

A post-race veterinary examination of KRUGER (CK Tan) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	VAIN TYCOON	App S Hafis	1:16.4	–
2^nd	UNSTOPPABLE GIANT	Y Aify	–	Head
3^rd	PERFECT RUN	L De Souza	–	¾
4^th	SHANGANI	J De Souza	–	½

RACE 6 (R141) BANDED 51 – 74 (SW) – 1400M

(ONLY APPRENTICE ALLOWANCE PERMITTED)

The Stewards permitted App I Firdzriel to replace App AB Riduan as the rider of FLYING BABY.

App AR Aiman, the rider of PLACE YOUR BET was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for dropping his whip at approximately the 200M-mark.

App AR Aiman, the rider of PLACE YOUR BET and App I Firdzriel, the rider of FLYING BABY both reported that their mounts were not striding out freely. Post-race veterinary examinations of PLACE YOUR BET and FLYING BABY revealed no obvious abnormality.

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

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	AHTIMS KLIS	Y Aify	1:22.0	–
2^nd	PENDRAGON PRINCESS	App S Hafis	–	2
3^rd	MR HOPKINS	R Rueven	–	2 ¾
4^th	MAGNOLIA BLVD	S Rosmizan	–	Short head

RACE 7 (R142) CLASS 5(A) – 1200M

The Stewards permitted App I Firdzriel to replace App AB Riduan as the rider of PENNSYLVANIA.

Jockey KC Tham was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to seek the Stewards’ permission to ride 1½ kg over on DAWNBREAKER within the stipulated time.

TUN O’REILLY (S Rosmizan) was slow into stride.

Jockey AM Aizat, the rider of PENANG MAN, reported that his saddle slipped back at approximately the 400M-mark.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	CAORUN	S Salee	1:09.6	–
2^nd	SECKILL	CK Khaw	–	1 ¾
3^rd	HOSTWIN QUEEN	HK Cheng	–	1 ½
4^th	POWERFUL DRAGON	CC Foo	–	2 ¼

RACE 8 (R143) CLASS 5(B) – 1200M

DARCI SUPER (App AR Aiman) and PARISBAS (SS Vanan) were both slow into stride.

Jockey AM Aizat, the rider of MARTELLO, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of MARTELLO revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	DARCI SUPER	App AR Aiman	1:11.5	–
2^nd	PLATOON	L De Souza	–	½
3^rd	HEART FEELING	App R Nuqman	–	Head
4^th	D’GREAT EMPRESS	J De Souza	–	½

GENERAL REPORT(S)

GENERAL REPORT – SLTC

RACE 8 (R115) CLASS 5 (B) – 1250M (LONG COURSE), SATURDAY, 22 JANUARY 2022, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2022

The Stewards, on 25 January 2022 (Tuesday), inquired into Jockey WK Lee’s riding of BOOM ALMIGHTY in the above race. Evidence was taken from Jockey WK Lee and Trainer R Lines, the rider and trainer of BOOM ALMIGHTY respectively.

After considering the evidence and reviewing the performance of BOOM ALMIGHTY, the Stewards found Jockey WK Lee guilty of a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards. The particulars of the charge being that in the opinion of the Stewards, he failed to ride BOOM ALMIGHTY with sufficient vigour and purpose over the concluding 150M.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey WK Lim’s riding record, mitigating factors, his submissions on penalty and mitigating points as put forward by Trainer R Lines. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) months with effect from 26 January 2022 and to expire on 25 March 2022, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 29^TH JANUARY 2022
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
2	HOSTWIN CHEVALIER	Knocked off fore suspensory ligament	Vet examination
3	MADE IN CHINA	Stone bruise off fore	Vet examination
4	WILLOW SPRINGS	Inappetence	Vet examination (2 days embargo)
6	MR G	Bruised back	Vet examination
7	CLASSIC KING	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination

PNTC – SATURDAY, 29^TH JANUARY 2022
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
2	ROBBEN	Vet examination
3	COPACABANA	Vet examination
3	MOONSHINE MISTRESS	1000M & vet examination
6	ARAGORN	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1	Jockey HK Cheng	GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN	29/01/2022	10,000/-	44(10)
R5	App AR Aiman	NO REGRETS	29/01/2022	250/-	152(5)(a)
R6	App AR Aiman	PLACE YOUR BET	29/01/2022	250/-	152(5)(a)
R7	Jockey KC Tham	DAWNBREAKER	29/01/2022	250/-	152(5)(a)
Suspension(s)	R1	Jockey HK Cheng (GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN) – suspended four (4) months under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards
	R3	App AR Aiman (SACRED SURFER) – suspended two (2) race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)
Follow-up(s)	Nil	App AB Riduan – irregularity with his urine collection

Penang Meeting – 26 December 2021

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG DECEMBER MEETING 2021

3^RD DAY, SUNDAY, 26^TH DECEMBER 2021

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

RACE 1 (R1028) CLASS 5(B) – 1700M

MOMENTUM GALAXY (S Saddam) was slow into stride.

Passing the 400M-mark, APOLLO ROCK (S Ruzaini) was crowded and had to steady when racing tight between JEFFREY (App R Narendran) and GOLD COMPANY (AK Lim).

Jockey CK Tan, the rider of UP UP GOOD, reported that his mount was not striding out freely and was coughing. A post-race veterinary examination revealed that the gelding returned, exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	DREAMS CAN BE REAL	HS Gill	1:42.8	–
2^nd	CLOUD SHADOW	SS Vanan	–	4 ¾
3^rd	GIGANTE DEL ANDRE	R Rueven	–	¾
4^th	MERRY BELL	App S Hafis	–	1

RACE 2 (R1029) CLASS 5(A) – 1700M

SOON YOU THINK (HS Gill) was held up momentarily at approximately the 400M-mark when racing tight on the inside of STAR CHOICE (CK Tan).

Post-race veterinary examinations of D’GREAT SWIFT (AM Aizat) and GHOST AFFAIR (SS Vanan) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	TONGARIRO	L De Souza	1:42.3	–
2^nd	SOON YOU THINK	HS Gill	–	2
3^rd	EL PRIMERO	App A Azizi	–	Neck
4^th	STAR CHOICE	CK Tan	–	Neck

RACE 3 (R1030) CLASS 4(B) – 1400M

MR DAVID, a course scratching as it had sustained a cut near hind leg, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

AGUERO JR which was up 19kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

CENTURY SPEED (F Yap) jumped awkwardly outwards, crowding FARDUS (Y Aify).

AGUERO JR (App A Saran) laid out over the concluding stages of the race.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that CENTURY SPEED returned having cast its near hind plate.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	AGUERO JR	App A Saran	1:22.3	–
2^nd	CENTURY SPEED	F Yap	–	2 ½
3^rd	SHOWCASE THE GOLD	S Ruzaini	–	Nose
4^th	SOMAR	HS Gill	–	2 ¼

RACE 4 (R1031) CLASS 4(A) – 1400M

PENDRAGON PRINCESS 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.

COME ON JENNEY (App A Saran) jumped awkwardly outwards, inconveniencing PLACE YOUR BET (Y Aify) and CHINA CAPTAIN (HS Gill).

At approximately the 200M-mark, RAGNAR (J Low) shifted outwards, resulting in CHINA CAPTAIN having to check.

PLACE YOUR BET and PENDRAGON PRINCESS (AM Aizat) brushed in the concluding stages of the race.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that COME ON JENNEY returned lame near fore and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

A post-race veterinary examination of ONE FORCE (AK Lim) revealed no obvious abnormality.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, Jockey J Low pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he shifted out at approximately the 200M-mark, resulting in CHINA CAPTAIN having to check. Taking into consideration his guilty plea and his previous riding record, Jockey J Low was suspended for two (2) race days effective Monday, 27^th December 2021 and to expire on Sunday, 2^nd January 2022, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (3.40pm).

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	PLACE YOUR BET	Y Aify	1:22.4	–
2^nd	PENDRAGON PRINCESS	AM Aizat	–	2
3^rd	TRAFALGAR	S Ruzaini	–	Head
4^th	RAGNAR	J Low	–	Short head

RACE 5 (R1032) BANDED 62-89 (SW) – 1400M

CHRISTMAS TROPHY

(ONLY APPRENTICES ALLOWANCES PERMITTED)

Emergency acceptor, THE DODGER was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

ANDADO, a course scratching as it had fever, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

DISCRETELY RED (J Daniel) jumped awkwardly inwards. The breast check on this gelding broke on jumping.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that ARAGORN (L De Souza) returned, exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	ARC TRIUMPH	J Low	1:21.6	–
2^nd	AHTIMS KLIS	Y Aify	–	½
3^rd	MOONGATE LIGHT	App WW Cheah	–	Neck
4^th	MULTIBLUE SHARK	AM Aizat	–	½

RACE 6 (R1033) CLASS 4(A) – 1200M

SPADE OF ACE (AK Lim) jumped away awkwardly.

A post-race veterinary examination of AIR BOSS (S Ruzaini) revealed that the gelding returned having cast its off hind plate.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	GOLD SKY BILLION	HS Gill	1:09.7	–
2^nd	UNDER OATH	J Low	–	2 ¼
3^rd	WHY NOT	App A Nazir	–	Neck
4^th	D’ GREAT COMMAND	SS Vanan	–	1 ¼

RACE 7 (R1034) CLASS 5(A) – 1200M

Emergency acceptor, ZILFIKAR was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

OVERLORD and ROCK ARTIST, both course scratching as they had sustained a swollen near fore knee and bruised both hind bumpers respectively, will each 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 LUKE MAN (AK Lim).

MBAPPE (App S Rosmizan) and COLONIEL STAR (K Eirwan) were both slow into stride.

LUKE MAN was obliged to race wide on the turn.

Jockey AM Aizat, the rider of D’GREAT EMINENCE, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of the mare revealed no obvious abnormality. D’GREAT EMINENCE which raced poorly, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that KING MIDAS (Y Aify) returned, having cast both hind plates.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	THE STORM	HS Gill	1:10.1	–
2^nd	BAGHDAD	S Ruzaini	–	1 ½
3^rd	YOU ARE GENIUS	R Rueven	–	2 ¼
4^th	KING MIDAS	Y Aify	–	½

RACE 8 (R1035) CLASS 5(B) – 1200M

Emergency acceptor, DARCI SUPER was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

WINTERFELL and LOYALTY’S ANGEL, both course scratching as they had sustained a nail bind off fore and swollen both fore fetlocks respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

FRANKLY MY DEAR 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.

At approximately the 1100M-mark, MARTELLO (R Rueven) was cramped and touched the behind quarters of GOLDEN STATES (SS Vanan), becoming unbalanced and shifting outwards.

Jockey HS Gill, the rider of NEVERUNCONDITIONAL, reported that his mount was making abnormal respiratory noises. A post-race veterinary examination of the gelding revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	FRANKLY MY DEAR	App S Hafis	1:10.6	–
2^nd	HOSTWIN QUEEN	J Low	–	Neck
3^rd	POLO TYCOON	K Eirwan	–	4 ¼
4^th	PARISBAS	J De Souza	–	½

GENERAL REPORT(S)

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

The Senior Veterinary Surgeon of Perak Turf Club reported that the following horse had undergone corrective surgery at PRTC Equine Hospital between 22nd November 2021 to 21st December 2021 and as such, will be required to pass a Steward’s Embargo Test before being declared to race again:-

ALWAYS D’GREAT (E166) Tr. Evert Breukelen – Epiglottic Entrapment Release – 1000M/Vet

PNTC – SUNDAY, 26^TH DECEMBER 2021
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	LIM’S LEADER	Swollen near fore knee	Vet examination
2	ALWRICH	Near fore tendon knocked	Vet examination
3	SAN ANDREAS	Mild fever and respiratory infection	Vet examination
4	FIRST DANCE	Mild fever and respiratory infection	Vet examination
4	KANTE	Off fore foot abscess	Vet examination
5	AWESOME STORM	Mild fever and respiratory infection	Vet examination
6	OUR DYNAMITE	Mild fever and respiratory infection	Vet examination
6	CASTLE OCEAN	Bruised off fore heel	Vet examination
7	VIJETA	Stone bruise off fore foot	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 26^TH DECEMBER 2021
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	UP UP GOOD	1000M & vet examination
2	Nil
3	MR DAVID	Vet examination
4	COME ON JENNEY	1000M & vet examination
5	ANDADO	Vet examination
5	ARAGORN	1000M & vet examination
6	Nil
7	OVERLORD & ROCK ARTIST	Vet examination each
7	D’GREAT EMINENCE	1000M & vet examination
8	WINTERFELL & LOYALTY’S ANGEL	Vet examination each
PRTC	ALWAYS D’GREAT	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R7	Trainer S Hamilton	LUKE MAN	26/12/2021	100/-	65(5)(c)
Suspension(s)	R4	Jockey J Low (RAGNAR) – suspended 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)