Selangor Meeting

STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 4 JUNE 2023

STATE OF TRACK: Yielding (Races 1 to 5), upgraded to “Good” after Race 5 (Races 6 to 12).

Course C4 (Rail @ 4M & Cutaway)

Panel of Stewards:

2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee

Mr Fin Powrie (Chief Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Thanaraja Kasinathan (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)

Veterinary Surgeons:

Dr Shri Kanth (Chief Veterinary Surgeon) & Dr James Yu.

RACE 1 (R606) CLASS 5b – 1600M (C4 lc)

3	MOMENT OF JUSTICE (App S Shazmin)	Slow into stride and inclined to lay inwards in the straight.
5	TARZAN (App M Lukman)	Vet inspection: No significant finding.
7	MR GUN GUN (M Ewe)	Raced wide in the middle stages and when eased down in the straight. Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/vet (1 month embargo)
8	BLACK TAIPAN (App R Nuqman)	Obliged to race wide in the middle stages.
11	IRON FIST (V Espindola)	Raced wide in the middle stages.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
1	SILVER JOY	Capacity field	–		EA
1	KALA GHODA	Capacity field	–		EA
1	SHYLOCK	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
1	SHA NA NA			+18
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 2 (R607) CLASS 5a – 1600M (C4 lc)

4	BIG LAWYER (App R Nuqman)	Hind-quarters bumped heavily at the 1450M and then commenced to race fiercely.
5	MGR ROCKET (Y Aify)	Tightened at the 450M, having to be steadied and was inclined to lay inwards near the 250M, crowding runner.
8	D’GREAT MAGIC (M Ewe)	Shifted out causing runner to steady at the 450M. Bumped when crowded near the 250M.
9	D’GREAT SWIFT (App WW Cheah)	Slow into stride and bumped with runner.
11	OVERSEER (App I Fikri)	Bumped on jumping.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
2	OBSIDIAN	Swollen near fore joint	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)	Course scratching
2	OFFICIAL	Capacity field	–	EA
2	MIEJ	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

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

2	RACE FOR FAME (E Ferreira)	Checked near the 700M. *(See Report)
3	FARDUS (App R Nuqman)	Crowded and had to be steadied near the 700M. *(See Report)
4	AMAZING CHOICE (App A Nazir)	Knuckled badly on jumping.
5	ANOTHER SHOW (V Espindola)	Travelled wide in middle stages.
9	HYDRANT (App S Shazmin)	Held tight near the 700M.
11	STRONG N BRAVE (SU Lim)	Slow into stride.

App A Nazir (AMAZING CHOICE), in the presence of his Employing Trainer, F Maynard, was reprimanded for failing to report an incident to the Stewards.

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

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

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	CLOUD SHADOW	Capacity field	–	EA
3	ISLE OF SKY	Capacity field	–	EA
3	LIM’S HOPEFULLY	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 4 (R609) CLASS 5a – 1300M (C4 lc)

1	INVICTUS WARRIOR (HS Gill)	Raced wide near in the middle stages and veered outwards near the 350M. Vet inspection: Respiratory distress & broken winded – 1000M/vet (1 month embargo)
2	LISBOA STAR (App WW Cheah)	Slow into stride.
3	REMO MAMA (App M Lukman)	Inclined to hang inwards throughout the race. Vet inspection: No significant finding.
4	READY TO SEVENLUCK (S Ruzaini)	Crowded shortly after the start, then commenced to race fiercely and near the 1100M, was taken wide, then raced wide until straightening. Vet inspection: No significant finding.
5	GOLDEN CUP (J Low)	Hung outwards at the turn near the 1000M and inclined to lay outwards in the straight.
6	BEIJING STAR (M Ewe)	Rider fined RM250/- under MRA Rule 41(6)(c)(i) for using my whip forward of the shoulder.
7	ICHIKA BACHIKA (App R Nuqman)	Inclined to lay inwards in the final 200M.
10	USA CAPTAIN (Y Aify)	Veered inwards at the start, crowding runner. Rider warned that he must straighten his mount when they shift.
11	TAIL SPIN (App I Fikri)	Withdrawn at 11:30am: Swollen off hind fetlock & lame – 1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
4	TAIL SPIN	Swollen off hind fetlock & lame	1000M/vet (1 month embargo)	Withdrawn at 11:30am
4	MODRIC	Sustained cut to its off hind lateral tendon	Vet exam	Course scratching
4	VK BOY	Capacity field	–	EA
4	VAIN TYCOON	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 5 (R610) CLASS 5a – 1300M (C4 lc)

2	JET BLACK (M Ewe)	Rider hit by a clod of dirt near the 300M, easing his mount over the final stages.
6	BELLA VELOCE (MM Firdaus)	Had to be steadied and was taken outwards near the 225M when blocked for a run.
7	WAIMEA (App I Fikri)	Inclined to lay inwards in the straight.
8	BAGHDAD (Y Aify)	Raced wide throughout.
9	HEX MARK (J Low)	Slow to begin. In light of this, Trainer was advised that the gelding will be required to pass 1 Starting Stall test before being declared to race again.
11	CANDY RAIN (App A Nazir)	Crowded at the 1000M.

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

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
5	CRAYON SHIN-TAT	Capacity field	–	EA
5	TIGRESS	Capacity field	–	EA
5	EL MACHO	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 6 (R611) Class 4a – 1500M (C4 lc)

1	MANDRAKE (HS Gill)	Slow into stride, then raced wide throughout.
2	NAJWAN (M Ewe)	Rider warned to ride his mounts out fully to the end of the race. Drifted out near the 200M, crowding runner.
3	SMART RACER (App K Pavinthran)	Had to be restrained shortly after the start when crossed.
4	MAESTRO (HK Cheng)	Had to be restrained when tiring near the 200M and tightened between runners.
5	WHY NOT (App M Lukman)	Drifted out at the 1000M turn causing runner to steady. Rider reprimanded for shifting.
6	PERFECT MISSION (V Espindola)	Had to be restrained to avoid the heels of runner which drifted out. Laid inwards in the straight, crowding runner at the 200M.
9	SAHM (App R Nuqman)	Laid inwards at the 200M, crowding runner.
10	HENG KINGDOM (App H Haikal)	Jumped awkwardly, hitting the inside gate.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
6	GLENAFTON	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 7 (R612) Class 4a – 1200M (C4 sc)

2	EMPHATIC (HS Gill)	Steadied to avoid heels when crossed at about 125M.
3	MR G (App A Nazir)	Raced wide in the early stages.
4	STRAIGHT N ARROW (S Ruzaini)	Eased at the start, then raced wide throughout.
5	IRONCLAD (App WW Cheah)	Shifted in, carrying runner inwards between the 150M and the 50M. Rider warned the he must straighten his mounts when they shift.
9	ELISE (App S Shazmin)	Slow into stride.
10	SOMAR (Y Aify)	Laid inwards between the 200M and the 100M.
11	CONSTANT JUSTICE (App A Najib)	Slow into stride.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
7	HOWL	Capacity field	–		EA
7	MYO	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
7	MR G			+19
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 8 (R613) Class 4b – 1200M (C4 sc)

2	JOJU (App A Nazir)	Jumped awkwardly and lost considerable ground. In light of this, Trainer was advised that the mare will be required to pass 1 Starting Stall test before being declared to race again.
3	MOONGATE (App WW Cheah)	Laid inwards and had to be steadied on the heels at the 225M.
4	SHANGANI (R Rueven)	Jumped awkwardly, losing ground.
6	STEEL CUTTER (App S Shazmin)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
9	MY MONEY (M Ewe)	Slow into stride.
10	SILENT PRINCE (App K Pavinthran)	Slow into stride, then raced wide throughout.

Jockey Y Aify (STORM TO WIN) was examined by the Club Doctor who stood him down from his riding engagements for the remainder of the races today.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse	Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
8	SKYLIGHT	-18
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 9 (R614) Class 3 – 1300M (C4 sc)

RESOLUTE

(R Rueven)

Vet inspection: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)

GOOD FIGHT

(App T Ammar)

Shifted quickly at the start. Rider was advised that such a dramatic manoeuvre should not be attempted.

FINAL TOUCH

(App R Nuqman)

Vet inspection: No significant finding.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
9	VETRI	Nail bind injury	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 10 (R615) Class 5a – 1100M (C4 sc)

1	KING RAVANA (S Saddam)	Ridden wide throughout. Rider advised that he should make a more positive effort to attain a competitive racing position.
3	GOOD LUCK CHARM (MM Firdaus)	Raced wide at the turn into the straight.
4	STARDICE (App R Nuqman)	Bumped heavily on jumping, losing ground.
6	OTTAWA (SU Lim)	Slow into stride.
7	AUTUMN BLITZ (App M Lukman)	Veered inwards quickly at the start, cannoning into runner.
9	BEST BAY (M Ewe)	Bumped at the start.
11	ADIRA PEGASUS (S Ruzaini)	Slow into stride.
12	SING ROULETTE (R Rueven)	Had to steady near the 800M when held tight. Vet inspection: Sharp upper molars which caused ulceration to the cheek. Trainer advised that he should take remedial action and to ensure that his horses are fit and prepared for racing.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
10	GOLDEN ROOSTER	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)		Course scratching
10	LET’S COME ON BABY	Capacity field	–		EA
10	META GREAT	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
10	SECRET AGENT			-18
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 11 (R616) Class 5a – 1100M (C4 sc)

Due to regional rescheduling, this race was rescheduled to start at 5:50pm.

2	REY ELVIS (S Saddam)	Withdrawn at 5:53pm: Refused to be loaded – 1 Starting Stall test.
4	VALERIE PEGASUS (R Rueven)	Raced greenly throughout.
5	ALPHA SONIC (App R Nuqman)	Jumped inwards at the start, severely tightening runner.
8	CAORUNN (App I Fikri)	Tightened badly on jumping and had to be restrained, losing considerable ground. *(See Report).
11	SMALL CHILLI (App M Lukman)	Veered outwards markedly at the start, cannoning into runner.

App I Fikri (CAORUNN) reported that the cross-nose band of the gelding had come loose on jumping and he had trouble controlling the horse but further it had annoyed the gelding, being loose. It was ascertained that the cross-nose band was a rubber design and it had come over the bottom jaw as the start was effected. Trainer S Hamilton was advised that she should use a different type of cross-nose band on the gelding in future starts.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
11	REY ELVIS	Refused to be loaded	1 Starting Stall	Withdrawn at 5:53pm
11	TWINKLE STAR	Infected wound near fore	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
11	REALITY	Capacity field	–	EA
11	LUCKY THIRTYNINE	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

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

The Stewards permitted Jockey SU Lim to be the rider of PENNSYLVANIA at 2kgs overweight as there was no other suitable rider available.

1	D’GREAT STRIKE (App S Shazmin)	Crowded near the 800M and had to be steadied.
2	MISE EN GARDE (App WW Cheah)	Jumped awkwardly. Had to be restrained severely to avoid the heels when runner shifted out at the turn into the straight. *(See Report).
3	NATUREIS- SPEAKING (M Ewe)	Raced wide when in the leading division.
4	KUBERA’S CHIEF (App R Nuqman)	Shifted in shortly after the start, crowding runners and then laid outwards at the turn into the straight and had to be restrained to avoid the heels.
6	D’GREAT RISE (S Ruzaini)	Crowded from the outside shortly after the start, thereby losing ground.
9	LEGACY FIGHTER (MM Firdaus)	*(See Report).
11	SO BEAUTIFUL (E Ferreira)	Taken outwards at the turn into the straight to obtain a clear run and caused runner to check. *(See Report).
12	ARAGON PEGASUS (App M Lukman)	Drifted out in the straight.

When questioned, Jockey MM Firdaus (LEGACY FIGHTER) stated that although he had been instructed to ride a forward race, the gelding could not go the early pace although he had tapped with his whip and pushed it early, He had been crowded at the first turn but believed the distance of 1100M and the speed of Selangor races was such that the gelding was unable to race in a prominent position, further it had given nothing in the straight and compounded badly.

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

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

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
12	M ELEVEN	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
12	GIANT KILLING	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC

AMENDMENT

RACE 7 (R584) Class 4a – 1100M (A sc), SUNDAY, 28 MAY 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

The Stewards reconsidered the issue of the quality of Blinkers as presented on MAHS PEGASUS. The penalty imposed on Trainer S Siva under MRA Rule 35(1), was amended to a fine of RM250/-.

AMENDMENT

RACE 12 (R589) Class 5a – 1200M (A sc), SUNDAY, 28 MAY 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App M Ekdihar’s mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days with effect from 29 May 2023 and to expire on 11 June 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

RACE 10 (R587) Supreme A (SW) – 1200M (A sc), SUNDAY, 28 MAY 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

Jockey B Pinheiro (PERFECT) subsequently exercised his Right of Appeal and applied for a Stay of Sentence. The Stewards considered the application for a stay which was allowed. The Appeal will be held at a date to be fixed.

POST RACE URINE:

21 MAY 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

The report dated 26 May 2023 (V23/074) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 28 coded urine and 32 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 21 May 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

21 MAY 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

The report dated 26 May 2023 (V23/075) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 21 May 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

Change of Rider(s)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
9	SACRED GURU	Y Aify	HS Gill	Medical
10	JAPAN CAPTAIN	Y Aify	HS Gill	Medical
11	VALERIE PEGASUS	Y Aify	R Rueven	Medical
11	ZILFIKAR	Unfixed	HS Gill	EA
12	PENNSYLVANIA	Y Aify	SU Lim	Medical
12	ARAGON PEGASUS	Unfixed	App M Lukman	EA

NON ACCEPTORS
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	BIG DRAGON	Bruised near fore foot	Vet exam
6	D’GREAT OCEAN	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam	–
8	PERFECT RUN	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet exam	–
12	ZAZU	Respiratory infection	Vet exam & scope	–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

SLTC, SUNDAY, 4 JUNE 2023

POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test

Remark

TARZAN

No significant finding

–

MR GUN GUN

Respiratory distress

1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

–

SACRED SEA

Lame near fore & Respiratory distress

1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

–

MGR ROCKET

Cast near hind plate

–

FARDUS

Cut off fore

Vet exam

–

HYDRANT

Cast near hind plate

–

INVICTUS WARRIOR

Respiratory distress & broken winded

1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

–

REMO MAMA & READY TO SEVENLUCK

No significant finding

–

GOLDEN CUP

Gum laceration

Vet exam

–

HEX MARK

Slow to begin

1 Starting Stall

–

I’M SMART GREY

Laceration on the near hind

Vet exam

–

JOJU

Jumped awkwardly & lost considerable ground

1 Starting Stall

–

RESOLUTE

Lame off fore

1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)

–

FINAL TOUCH

No significant finding

–

ALPHA SONIC

No significant finding

–

UNLEASH THE DRAGON

Bruising over the off fore heel bulb

Vet exam

–

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

Fines

Race

Name of Licensee

Horse Name

Date of Fine Imposed

Fine Amount

(RM)

MRA Rule/Regulation

Jockey M Ewe

BEIJING STAR

4/6/23

250/-

Rule 41(6)(c)(i)

(28/5)

Trainer S Siva

MAHS PEGASUS

28/5/23

250/-

(Amended)

Rule 35(1)

Suspension(s)

Jockey V Espindola (ANOTHER SHOW) – 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

R12

Jockey E Ferreira (SO BEAUTIFUL) – 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

Selangor Meeting

STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 28 MAY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: Good

Course A (True Position)

Panel of Stewards:

2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee

Mr Fin Powrie (Chief Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Thanaraja Kasinathan (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)

Veterinary Surgeons:

Dr Shri Kanth (Chief Veterinary Surgeon) & Dr Melissa Yeap.

RACE 1 (R578) CLASS 5b – 1200M (A lc)

1	MY GOODNESS (App Clyde Leck)	Vet inspection: Bled – Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months)
2	LUCKY THIRTYNINE (App A Nazir)	Jumped slightly awkwardly.
6	LIM’S TORPEDO (S Ruzaini)	Fractious prior to the start and raced wide throughout.
10	SUPER LINE (MM Firdaus)	Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/vet (1 month embargo)
11	ISLE OF SKY (App M Ekdihar)	Rider dropped his whip on jumping. Fined RM250/- under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for negligence and referred to remedial training which he must complete prior to being permitted to ride in races.
15	ELEGENT (S Saddam)	Raced wide throughout.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
1	D’GREAT EMPRESS	Swollen near hind hock	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
1	AYAAN	Abrasion would due to float injury	Vet exam	Course scratching
1	GOOD WARRIOR	Stone-bruised off fore	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 2 (R579) CLASS 5a – 1200M (A lc)

1	LIM’S UNIQUE (App I Fikri)	Laid inwards in the straight.
2	PIT BULL (App R Nuqman)	Withdrawn at 12:43pm: Lame near fore – 1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)
4	MR AK (Y Aify)	Shifted out near the 350M, inconveniencing runner.
9	PERSEUS PEGASUS (S Ruzaini)	Raced wide in the early stages and had to be steadied outwards to avoid the heels at the 350M. Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
2	PIT BULL	Lame near fore	1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)		Withdrawn at 12:43pm
2	TRINITY FLYING	Capacity field	–		EA
2	SHENG PROISIR	Capacity field	–		EA
2	LISBOA STAR	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
2	PROVE IT			+25
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 3 (R580) CLASS 5a – 1200M (A lc)

1	LION KING (CC Wong)	Crowded at the start and had to be steadied when tightened slightly near the 1000M.
3	XANTHOS (Y Aify)	Bumped on jumping. Vet inspection: Bled – Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months)
7	INVISIBLE (C Grylls)	Raced wide in the early and middle stages.
8	QIJI AUSTON (B Pinheiro)	Carried wide on straightening and inclined to lay inwards at the 200M.
10	GOLD SKY EXPRESS (S Saddam)	Veered outwards at the start, bumping runner. Drifted out at the turn into the straight.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	USA CAPTAIN	Sole-bruised near fore	Vet exam	Course scratching
3	KIPEH	Capacity field	–	EA
3	BEIJING STAR	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 4 (R581) CLASS 4b – 1400M (A lc)

1	DISCRETELY RED (App WW Cheah)	Vet inspection: No significant finding.
2	GALAXY LAW (S Saddam)	Hung inwards badly near the 1050M despite the efforts of the rider. In light of its performance, the gelding will be required to pass a 1000M/vet test before being declared to race again.
5	JULIUS CAESAR (App SN Shiva)	Vet inspection: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)
6	KHAN PEGASUS (Y Aify)	Fractious in the stalls prior to the start and was slow to begin. Raced wide in the middle stages and took the turn into the straight wide.
8	PERFECT BRANDZ (App Clyde Leck)	Slow into stride.
9	TRAFALGAR (S Ruzaini)	Crowded near the 1050M.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
4	HENG KINGDOM	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 5 (R582) CLASS 4a – 1400M (A lc) 2023 METIS CONSULTANCY TROPHY

1	BLEU MARINE (V Espindola)	Bumped heavily and laid outwards at the start.
2	PASIR PINJI (B Pinheiro)	Inclined to lay inwards and bumped with runner in the final stages.
4	THAILAND CAPTAIN (Y Aify)	Hind-quarters struck shortly after the start, becoming unbalanced, losing ground.
6	WHITE PEACH (App Clyde Leck)	*(See Report).
7	SUPER HAPPY (CC Wong)	Raced wide in the early stages and was brushed heavily in the final stages.
9	ARTHUR PEGASUS (S Ruzaini)	Veered outwards on jumping, bumping with runner.
14	HAPPY FRANKEL (E Ferreira)	Crowded at the start, thereby losing ground.

At the conclusion of an inquiry, App Clyde Leck, the rider of WHITE PEACH (5^th), in the presence of his Employing Trainer, C Leck, pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(6) for failing to ride to the end of the race over the final stages. He was fined RM1000/- and advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
5	MANDRAKE	Sole-bruised near fore	Vet exam	Course scratching
5	NORDIC GEM	Chronic wound near fore	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
5	LIMITLESS VENTURE	Lame off fore	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
5	MR HOPKINS	Tendonitis near fore	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 6 (R583) Fillies & Mares Race – 1300M (A lc)

PLATINUM HORSE ENTREPRENEUR CLUB FILLIES & MARES TROPHY

2	LIMITLESS STOUT (App R Nuqman)	Laid inwards, bumping runner at the 125M and then shifted inwards. Rider reminded of his obligations to straighten his mounts when they shift.
3	D’GREAT DUCHESS (App S Shazmin)	Slow into stride.
6	FLAMING PHOENIX (CC Wong)	Slow into stride. Raced wide in the early stages.
7	TRUDY (MM Firdaus)	Bumped near the 125M and was then inclined to drift outwards until the finish.
11	UPTOWN GIRL (WH Kok)	Slow into stride.
14	MATILDA (S Ruzaini)	Raced wide throughout.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse	Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
6	HARVEST	+15
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 7 (R584) Class 4a – 1100M (A sc)

This race was rescheduled to start at 3:20pm.

1	EXDREAM (App SN Shiva)	Crowded at the start.
2	SUSPICIOUS MIND (B Pinheiro)	Jumped inwards, crowding runner.
3	ESTIJAAB (WH Kok)	Bumped at the 50M. Rider reminded of the provisions of MRA Rule 41(6)(c)(i) related to using his whip forward of the shoulder.
4	TAU KEH SOH (App A Nazir)	Vet inspection: Multiple lacerations both hind and head – Vet exam (2 weeks embargo).
8	MERCURIAL TURN (S Ruzaini)	Slow into stride.
10	DOCTOR GINGER (HS Gill)	Vet inspection: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)
12	TERMS OF REFERENCE (MM Firdaus)	Taken outwards to obtain a clear run when blocked near the 75M.
13	MAHS PEGASUS (Y Aify)	Slow into stride and raced wide throughout. Trainer was fined RM1000/- under MRA Rule 35(1) for defective gear in that the gelding was presented with blinkers with a broken clip.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
7	TAU KEH SOH	Multiple lacerations both hind and head	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)	Withdrawn at 3:10pm
7	BLACK QUAIL	Skin allergy	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
7	SOMAR	Nail pricked off fore foot	Vet exam	Course scratching
7	MG G	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 8 (R585) Class 4b – 1100M (A sc)

4	FANTASTIC ECLIPSE (App A Nazir)	Held up for a clear run between the 275M and the 200M.
5	PROPLAYER (App M Lukman)	Had to steady when crossed near the 750M.
6	GENERATION M (App WW Cheah)	Raced wide throughout. Vet inspection: No significant finding.
10	KRATOS (MM Firdaus)	Vet inspection: Lame off hind & Respiratory infection – 1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)
12	NO REGRETS (HS Gill)	Vet inspection: Laceration of the heel bulb on the off fore – Vet exam.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
8	TOP GUN	Bruised off fore tendon	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
8	CONSTANT JUSTICE	Capacity field	–	EA
8	STORM TO WIN	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 9 (R586) Malaysia Group 1 – 1200M (A sc)

2023 TRIPLE CROWN SERIES – 1^ST LEG

2023 EQUINE SANCTUARY TUNKU GOLD CUP

1	GRAND CROSS (S Saddam)	Shifted in near the 800M, causing runner to steady.
3	AWESOME STORM (B Pinheiro)	Jumped inwards at the start, crowding runner.
4	VIOLET (App R Nuqman)	Inclined to lay inwards over the final 150M and then had to be restrained when crossed.
7	STREETS OF FIRE (R Woodworth)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
8	BIG DOCTOR (HS Gill)	When being steadied near the 800M, strode onto the heels of the leader and commenced to race fiercely after being restrained when crossed.
9	AHTIMS KLIS (Z Khairil)	Shifted out over the final 100M. Rider reprimanded for failing to straighten when shifting.
10	XENA (Z Khairil)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
13	SINCERELY (C Grylls)	Tightened at the start and then blocked when attempting a run between the 200M and the 150M.
15	SAN ANDREAS (E Ferreira)	Slow into stride and had to be taken inwards to secure a clear run near the 200M.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
9	WATCH THE THRONE	Capacity field	–		EA
9	STRONG N POWERFUL	Capacity field	–		EA
9	PERFECT	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
9	GRAND CROSS			-16
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 10 (R587) Supreme A (SW) – 1200M (A sc) HORSE CITY STAKES

This race was rescheduled to start at 5pm.

1	DUTROW (WH Kok)	Veered outwards at the start, bumping runner.
3	KERAUNO (M Ewe)	Jumped awkwardly and bumped heavily at the start.
5	WATCH THE THRONE (J Low)	Had to be checked when tightened passing the 200M. *(See Report)
7	HANDSOME BENZ (App R Nuqman)	Raced wide throughout.
8	STRONG N POWERFUL (App I Fikri)	Bumped outwards and had to be restrained from heels near the 1050M and raced wide until straightening.
11	PERFECT (B Pinheiro)	Bumped outwards at the start, losing ground. Shifted in passing the 200M causing runner to check. *(See Report)

At the conclusion of an inquiry, Jockey B Pinheiro (PERFECT) pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he shifted in at this stage causing WATCH THE THRONE to check.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey B Pinheiro’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) race days, to be deferred, on 4 June 2023 and 11 June 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse	Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
10	WATCH THE THRONE	-18
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 11 (R588) Class 3 – 1200M (A sc)

1	MY BIG BOSS (C Grylls)	Had to be restrained when crossed in the final strides.
2	WISUPONASTAR (HS Gill)	Bumped at the 75M. Horse on the outside attempted to savage it over the final stages.
5	RESOLUTE (R Rueven)	Shifted in, bumping runner at the 75M. The gelding then attempted to savage the horse on his inside. Trainer was advised to attempt to make remedial changes to the gelding.
7	MALAYSIA CAPTAIN (S Ruzaini)	Raced wide in the early stages.
8	MAT SMART (App M Ekdihar)	Slow into stride.
14	SEMANTAN PRINCE (App T Ammar)	Taken outwards near the 125M when blocked for a clear run and then was inclined to shift in causing runner to restrain near the finish.
15	MIRACLE (B Pinheiro)	Commenced to rear when the start was effected, thereby losing considerable ground.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
11	FA FA STAR	Respiratory infection	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
11	RONALDO’S DREAM	Tendonitis both fore	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)	Course scratching
11	ALPHA HERO	Lame both fore feet	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 12 (R589) Class 5a – 1200M (A sc)

Trainer T Asogan was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for presenting GOLDEN SHOW with a non-declared Special Bit.

2	PENANG STAR (App WW Cheah)	Slow to begin.
6	GOLDEN SHOW (S Ruzaini)	Approaching the 800M, had to be checked. *(See Report).
9	TOP S (App M Ekdihar)	Shifted in at the 800M. *(See Report).
11	BITCOIN KING (App SN Shiva)	Jumped outwards at the start, losing ground.

At the conclusion of an inquiry, App M Ekdihar, the rider of TOP S, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, SY Lim, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he shifted in at the 800M causing GOLDEN SHOW to check severely.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App M Ekdihar’s mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days with effect from 29 May 2023 and to expire on 4 June 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
12	ADIRA PEGASUS	Capacity field	–	EA
12	BANGALORE	Capacity field	–	EA
12	MADE IN CHINA	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC

APPEAL BY JOCKEY CALVIN GOON TUCK LEE (C GOON) AGAINST THE SUSPENSION OF TWO (2) MONTHS AND FINE OF RM20,000/- FOR CONTRAVENTION OF MRA RULE 44(10) IMPOSED BY THE PANEL OF STEWARDS RELATED TO HIS RIDING OF RACEHORSE “BIG G” IN RACE 2 (R110) ON SUNDAY, 29 JANUARY 2023 AT THE SELANGOR TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2023

The Selangor Turf Club Appeal Panel heard the above appeal on Friday, 26 May 2023.

After considering submissions from Jockey C Goon, his legal representative, Mr. V.K. Raj from Messrs. A. Rajadurai P. Kuppusamy & Co., App A Suriya (Jockey C Goon’s witness) and the Chief Stipendiary Steward, the Appeal Panel dismissed the appeal.

The Appeal Panel substituted the sentence of 2-month suspension and RM20,000/- fine with a warning and advised that he should ride his mounts in a more positive manner to give his horse a chance to be more competitive.

The deposit was refunded.

RACE 2 (R515) CLASS 5a – 1400M (E lc), SUNDAY, 14 MAY 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

The Stewards investigated the essence of a report on post-race received from the analyst that OFFICIAL (unplaced) had “failed the pre-race testing criteria”.

USAINS Biomics has been asked to clarify certain significant aspects of their report including:

the reporting of an antibiotic;
the delay in reporting, given the result of the pre-race sample was advised only after the race;
the non-advice of the interruption to the pre-race analysis.

RACE 4 (R554) CLASS 4a – 1175M (II), SUNDAY, 21 MAY 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

App WW Cheah (MYO) subsequently exercised his Right of Appeal and applied for a Stay of Sentence. The Stewards considered the application for a stay which was allowed. The Appeal will be held at a date to be fixed.

POST RACE URINE:

6 & 7 MAY 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

The report dated 18 May 2023 (V23/066) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 47 coded urine and 55 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 7 May 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

6 & 7 MAY 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

The report dated 18 May 2023 (V23/067) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 4 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 7 May 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

14 MAY 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

The report dated 19 May 2023 (V23/069) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 14 May 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

Change of Rider(s)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	YULONG DREAM	Unfixed	App I Fikri	EA
1	ELEGENT	Unfixed	S Saddam	EA
3	TILSWORTH JACOBI	Unfixed	App A Nazir	EA
11	MIRACLE	Unfixed	B Pinheiro	EA

NON ACCEPTORS
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
8	CHOCANTE	Bruised both fore fetlock	Vet exam	–
9	HEARTENING FLYER	Bruised near fore tendon	Vet exam	–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

SLTC, SUNDAY, 28 MAY 2023

POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test

Remark

MY GOODNESS

Bled

Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months)

–

SUPER LINE

Respiratory distress

1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

–

PERSEUS PEGASUS

Respiratory distress

1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

–

XANTHOS

Bled

Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months)

–

GALAXY LAW

Hung inwards badly near the 1050M

1000M/vet

DISCRETELY RED

No significant finding

–

JULIUS CAESAR

Lame off fore

1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)

–

GENERATION M

No significant finding

–

KRATOS

Lame off hind & Respiratory infection

1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)

–

NO REGRETS

Laceration of the heel bulb on the off fore

Vet exam

–

PERFECT

Cast off fore plate

–

GOLD SKY TRILLION

No significant finding

–

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

Fines

Race

Name of Licensee

Horse Name

Date of Fine Imposed

Fine Amount

(RM)

MRA Rule/Regulation

App M Ekdihar

ISLE OF SKY

28/5/23

250/-

Rule 152(5)(a)

App Clyde Leck

WHITE PEACH

28/5/23

1000/-

Rule 44(6)

Trainer S Siva

MAHS PEGASUS

28/5/23

1000/-

Rule 35(1)

Trainer T Asogan

GOLDEN SHOW

28/5/23

250/-

Rule 152(5)(a)

Suspension(s)

R10

Jockey B Pinheiro (PERFECT) – 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

R12

App M Ekdihar (TOP S) – 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

Selangor Meeting

STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 21 MAY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: Soft (Races 1 to 3), upgraded to “Yielding” after the running of Race 3 (Races 4 to 10). Track Two (II)

Panel of Stewards:

2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee

Mr Fin Powrie (Chief Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Thanaraja Kasinathan (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)

Veterinary Surgeons:

Dr Shri Kanth (Chief Veterinary Surgeon) & Dr James Yu.

RACE 1 (R551) CLASS 5b – 1275M (II)

1	SUNNY STAR (S Saddam)	Withdrawn at 12:34pm: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)
4	UNSHADOWED GENERAL (App Clyde Leck)	Shifted in approaching the 700M, crowding runner. *(See Report)
7	I’M THE MAN (App H Haikal)	Slow to begin.
9	GOOD WARRIOR (Y Aify)	Checked when crowded near the 700M. *(See Report)

At the conclusion of an inquiry, App Clyde Leck, the rider of UNSHADOWED GENERAL, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Charles Leck, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) for shifting in approaching the 700M and causing GOOD WARRIOR to check.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App Clyde Leck’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, his exceptionally good record in regards to this offence and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days, to be deferred, with effect from 29 May 2023 and to expire on 4 June 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
1	SUNNY STAR	Lame off fore	1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)		Withdrawn at 12:34pm
1	ISLE OF SKY	Capacity field	–		EA
1	WILFIRE	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
1	GOOD WARRIOR			+24
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 2 (R552) CLASS 5a – 1275M (II)

3	UNLEASH THE DRAGON (B Pinheiro)	Steadied when crossed near the 200M.
4	MYSTERIOUS CAPTAIN (App R Nuqman)	Laid inwards near the 200M, having to be straightened.
5	QIJI LOVE (HS GILL)	Withdrawn at 1:10pm: Lame near fore – 1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)
7	CHIEF OF ARMY (S Ruzaini)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
9	AUSSIE EAGLE (App S Shazmin)	Slow into stride.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
2	QIJI LOVE	Lame near fore	1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)	Withdrawn at 1:10pm
2	GOLD SKY EXPRESS	Capacity field	–	EA
2	D’GREAT RISE	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 3 (R553) CLASS 4a – 1275M (II)

3	HOUSEHOLD DYNASTY (R Rueven)	Dwelt when the start was effected, losing ground. In light of this, the gelding will be required to pass 1 Starting Stall test before being declared to race again. Vet inspection: Broken-winded – 1000M/vet & to be reassessed to ascertain whether it requires surgery.
4	ATTENTION (App I Fikri)	Veered outwards shortly after the start and threw its head when being steadied off heels.
6	CHINO DINERO (App M Lukman)	Held tight near the 800M.
8	STEEL CUTTER (App K Pavinthran)	Veered outwards on jumping and raced wide throughout.

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

RACE 4 (R554) CLASS 4a – 1175M (II)

2	GENERAL MIX (S Saddam)	Raced extremely wide throughout. Rider reported that he had taken his mount wide in an endeavour to find a more suitable going.
3	DAHEES (B Pinheiro)	Restrained near the 700M. *(See Report)
5	MYO (App WW Cheah)	Stumbled at the start and then shifted in, crowding runners at the 700M. *(See Report)
6	STRAP MARKS (App S Shazmin)	Raced erratically near the 1000M and then was inclined to hang outwards.
8	JIMMY ZAC (R Rueven)	Slow into stride.
10	IRON SAMURAI (Y Aify)	Checked severely when tightened at the 700M. *(See Report). Had to be restrained near the 150M to avoid the heels of a tiring runner.

At the conclusion of an inquiry, App WW Cheah, the rider of MYO, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, R Lines, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) for shifting in approaching the 750M, crowding DAHEES which had to be restrained and also tightened IRON SAMURAI which had to check severely.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App WW Cheah’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, his previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of four (4) Malaysian race days, to be deferred, with effect from 29 May 2023 and to expire on 11 June 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse	Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
4	MYO	+19
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 5 (R555) Open Maiden – 1175M (II)

1	PUSHTOLIMIT (App WW Cheah)		Inclined to lay inwards in the straight.
3	LEGEND NINETY TWO (M Ewe)		Bumped at the start. Vet inspection: No significant finding.
4	BIG DRAGON (App M Ekdihar)		Restrained to avoid heels when crossed at the 700M.
6	BIG LAWYER (HS Gill)		Raced wide in the early stages.
7	CRAYON SHIN-TAT (Y Aify)		Shifted in, crowding runner at the 750M and inclined to drift in over the final 200M.
8	BIG MONKEY (App R Nuqman)		Raced greenly throughout.
9	SUPREME SUCCESS (R Rueven)		Raced greenly throughout.
10	LAGI BOLEH (S Saddam)		Raced greenly throughout.
App WW Cheah was examined by the Club Doctor who stood him down from his riding engagements for the remainder of the races today.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race		Horse		Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
5		LAGI BOLEH		+66
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 6 (R556) Supreme C – 1075M (II) 2023 KOREA RACING AUTHORITY TROPHY

The Stewards granted permission for App A Nazir to replace App WW Cheah as the rider of TIGRESS as the latter was unable to make the carded weight. App WW Cheah was fined RM500/- under MRA Rule 107(10) for failing to make the carded weight.

D’GREAT JOURNEY

(M Ewe)

Laid inwards in the straight.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse	Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
6	SUPER HERO	+15
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 7 (R557) Class 5a – 1075M (II)

ARROGATE ACHIEVER

(R Rueven)

Impeded for a clear run in the straight.

MADE IN CHINA

Withdrawn at 3:12pm: Connections would not accept any other replacement rider.

VICTOREM

(HS Gill)

Drifted out in the straight.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
7	MADE IN CHINA	Connections would not accept any other replacement rider.	–	Withdrawn at 3:12pm
7	NATUREIS-SPEAKING	Capacity field	–	EA
7	RUNNING SPIRIT	Capacity field	–	EA
7	GOLDEN ROOSTER	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 8 (R558) Class 5b – 1075M (II)

1	SING ROULETTE (App S Shazmin)	Hung outwards in the straight.
4	DARK WIZARD (S Ruzaini)	Tended to shift outwards between the 150M and the 50M, crowding runner.
5	KUBERA’S CHIEF (App R Nuqman)	Crowded slightly from the inside near the 75M.
10	DON’T FORGET THIS (S Saddam)	Withdrawn at 4:23pm: Unable to be loaded. 1 Starting Stall test.

App A Najib who rode his 10^th winner on TILSWORTH MICK in this race, would only be entitled to claim 3kgs allowance as from Monday, 22 May 2023.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
8	DON’T FORGET THIS	Unable to be loaded	1 Starting Stall		Withdrawn at 4:23pm
8	LOYALTY’S ANGEL	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam		Course scratching
8	LUKE MAN	Capacity field	–		EA
8	D’GREAT RICH	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
8	SING ROULETTE			+21
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 9 (R559) Class 5b – 1075M (II)

2	MISE EN GARDE	Withdrawn at 3:12pm: Connections would not accept any other replacement rider.
5	JET TWENTY (V Espindola)	Withdrawn at 4:47pm: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)
6	MR GUN GUN (App I Fikri)	Had to be steadied when striding onto heels approaching the 1000M.
8	MACHUNG STAR (App M Ekdihar)	Hung inwards near the 200M.
10	ROCK ARTIST (MM Firdaus)	Ridden wide throughout.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
9	JET TWENTY	Lame off fore	1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)		Withdrawn at 4:47pm
9	MISE EN GARDE	Connections would not accept any other replacement rider.	–		Withdrawn at 3:12pm
9	BOSSKU	Stone-bruised off fore foot	Vet exam		Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
9	MACHUNG STAR			+20
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 10 (R560) Stayer Stakes C – 1775M (II)

BELLA VELOCE

(App R Nuqman)

Raced wide at the turn into the straight and until the 600M.

SUPER ATAS

(S Saddam)

Slow into stride.

MAINSTREAM

(App K Pavinthran)

Jumped awkwardly, losing ground.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
10	LIM’S MASTER	Stone-bruised near hind foot	Vet exam (1 week embargo)		Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
10	SMART RACER			+18
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC

[Nil]

Change of Rider(s)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
6	TIGRESS	App WW Cheah	App A Nazir	Unable to make carded weight
8	WINTERFELL	App WW Cheah	App A Nazir	Medical
9	WINNING SMILE	Unfixed	App A Nazir	EA
10	D’GREAT SWIFT	App WW Cheah	App S Shazmin	Medical

NON ACCEPTORS
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	EMPHATIC	Fever	Vet exam
3	TALENTED	Stone-bruised off fore	Vet exam
4	MERCURIAL TURN	Bruised near fore tendon	Vet exam
4	HARVEYWALL- BANGER	Sore back	Vet exam
5	TEMPTATIONS	Bruised both fore suspensory ligaments	Vet exam	–
6	SACRED GURU	Bruised near fore tendon	Vet exam	–
6	BEIHAI CAPTAIN	Bruised off fore tendon	Vet exam	–
10	GHOST BAY	Bruised off fore suspensory ligament	Vet exam	–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

SLTC, SUNDAY, 21 MAY 2023

POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test

Remark

NOVA FACTOR

Cast near hind plate

–

HOUSEHOLD DYNASTY

Dwelt when the start was effected, losing ground. / Broken-winded

1000M/vet (from Starting Stall)

To be reassessed to ascertain whether it requires surgery.

MYO

Speedy cut on the off hind

Vet exam

–

LEGEND NINETY

TWO

No significant finding

–

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

Fines

Race

Name of Licensee

Horse Name

Date of Fine Imposed

Fine Amount

(RM)

MRA Rule/Regulation

App WW Cheah

TIGRESS

21/5/23

500/-

Rule 107(10)

Suspension(s)

App Clyde Leck (UNSHADOWED GENERAL) – 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

App WW Cheah (MYO) – 4 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

Selangor Meeting

STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 14 MAY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: Yielding

Course E (Rail @ 9M Entire Course)

Panel of Stewards:

2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee

Mr Fin Powrie (Chief Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Thanaraja Kasinathan (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)

Veterinary Surgeons:

Dr James Yu & Dr Hafiz.

RACE 1 (R514) CLASS 5b – 1400M (E lc)

1	HEX MARK (AK Lim)	Laid inwards in the straight, crowding runner near the 175M. Rider reprimanded and reminded of his obligations to straighten his mounts.
3	ROYAL FLUSH (HK Cheng)	Tightened and had to be steadied near the 175M.
4	D’GREAT WIN (M Ewe)	Veered outwards at the start, bumping heavily with runner.
5	APOLLO ROCK (App WW Cheah)	Drifted out in the straight, finishing wide.
9	ISLE OF SKY (App M Lukman)	Tightened and bumped heavily at the start, losing ground.
13	GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN (App H Haikal)	After showing no early pace, was inclined to lose its footing near the 400M and raced erratically in the straight.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
1	RACE FOR FAME	Multiple bruises on both fore legs	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
1	HAPPY GHOST	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam	Course scratching
1	TRINITY REVIVAL	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 2 (R515) CLASS 5a – 1400M (E lc)

1	LIM’S UNIQUE (App I Fikri)	Held up for a clear run near the 200M, having to be taken outwards.
2	SAHM (App R Nuqman)	Raced fiercely in the early stages.
4	REBORN GENERAL (App H Haikal)	After being slow to begin, raced wide and was then held tight in the straight.
5	RISE OF THE LEGEND (S Ruzaini)	Had to steady near the 1000M.
7	LUCKY TIGER (AK Lim)	Impeded near the 200M.
10	OFFICIAL (MM Firdaus)	Raced wide in the middle stages. Impounded. *(See Report).
13	BE YOURSELF (J Low)	Held up for a clear run near the 250M and was then taken outwards.

Immediately after the race was concluded, the Stewards were advised that there was anomaly related to the pre-race sampling of horses in this race. It was ascertained that the pre-race sample taken from OFFICIAL was analyzed and “failed pre-race testing criteria” OFFICIAL (fifth) was subsequently impounded for post-race testing. The analyst was asked to supply a report related to his finding with the relative chronology of detection and advice. Trainer KC Tiang, the Trainer of OFFICIAL, was advised of this finding and that an inquiry will be held at a later stage after full analytical report was made available.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
2	ICHIKA BACHIKA	Loss of condition & inappetance	Vet exam	Course scratching
2	COME AND TAKE ALL	Bruised off fore foot	Vet exam	Course scratching
2	D’GREAT MAGIC	Stone-bruised near fore foot	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 3 (R516) CLASS 5a – 1700M (E lc)

1	MIEJ (AK Lim)	Dwelt at the start and was slow to begin. 1 Starting Stall test. Shifted in at the 400M.
3	TURF PRINCESS (M Ewe)	Over-raced in the early stages.
9	BULL RUN (App K Pavinthran)	Raced wide throughout.
10	KING OF GLORY (S Saddam)	Raced wide throughout.

Jockey AK Lim was examined by the Club Doctor who stood him down from his riding engagement for the remainder of the day.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	MAINSTREAM	Diarrhea	Vet exam	Course scratching
3	TARZAN	Capacity field	–	EA
3	BLACK TAIPAN	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 4 (R517) CLASS 4a – 1500M (E lc)

CH FORTUNE

(App R Nuqman)

Vet inspection: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo).

SILENT PRINCE

(App K Pavinthran)

Vet inspection: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo).

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
4	MIGHT IS RIGHT	Nail bind injury near fore foot	Vet exam		Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
4	BLEU MARINE			+23
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 5 (R518) CLASS 5a – 1200M (E sc)

1	LEO (App S Shazmin)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
3	MOONGATE (App WW Cheah)	Shifted in passing the 900M, crowding runner. Drifted in near the 200M causing runner to steady.
5	QIJI STAR (M Ewe)	Slow into stride and had to be restrained off heels near the 900M, then was taken extremely wide between the 800M and the turn into the straight. Steadied when crossed near the 200M.
9	TWINKLE STAR (App H Haikal)	Inclined to lay outwards between the 1000M and the 750M.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
5	META GREAT	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
5	TWINKLE STAR			+19
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 6 (R519) Class 4b – 1100M (E sc)

Due to regional rescheduling, this race was rescheduled to start at 3:20pm.

4	TRINITY GRACE (App R Nuqman)	Raced wide from the 800M until straightening.
6	PENANG STAR (App M Ekdihar)	Jumped awkwardly, losing some ground.
7	ARIF (M Ewe)	Raced wide throughout.
9	MENTAL (App Clyde Leck)	Had to steady off the heels at the 800M and then eased inwards to obtain a clear run passing the 150M.
10	STAR INVINCIBLE (HK Cheng)	Inclined to lay inwards in the straight causing rider to stop and straighten on several occasion.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
6	IPOH DASH	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam		Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
6	MARINE VANGUARD			+20
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 7 (R520) Class 4a – 1100M (E sc)

1	SACRED TONIC (App S Shazmin)	Rider dropped his whip near the 200M. Rider (placed third) fined RM500/- under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) and referred for retraining. *(See Report)
2	TIME TO HARVEST (HS Gill)	Crowded on jumping, losing ground, was subsequently ridden rearward. Vet inspection: No significant finding. Impounded.
3	BLUE HAWAII (App Clyde Leck)	Between the 800M and the 600M, had to be restrained off the heels of runners.
5	GOLDEN QUEEN (App H Haikal)	Raced erratically near the 800M.
6	IRONCLAD (App WW Cheah)	Rider warned under the provisions of MRA Rule 41(6)(c)(vi) for using his whip when his horse is clearly winning.
9	HAPPY THIRTYNINE (R Rueven)	Veered outwards at the start, crowding runner.
10	TRUDY (MM Firdaus)	Slow into stride and raced wide from the 800M until straightening.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
7	GOLDEN SPRINT	Stone-bruised near hind	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
7	CHOCANTE	Bruised near fore fetlock & suspensory	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 8 (R521) Supreme B (SW) – 1200M (E sc)

SHOW HAND was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at 10:45am upon a request from the owner of the gelding, following its sale.

1	WATCH THE THRONE (V Espindola)	Dipped passing the 800M and shifted out.
3	KONG FU PANDA (J Low)	Over-raced in the early stages and threw its head when crossed near the 800M, continuing to race fiercely and restrained from heels.
4	HANDSOME BENZ (App M Ekdihar)	Carried wide near the 800M and thereafter raced wide until straightening.
8	MY BIG BOSS (App M Lukman)	Inclined to hang outwards throughout the race.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
8	SHOW HAND	Owner’s request	–		Withdrawn at 10:45am
8	GOLDEN CHAMP	Fractured off fore fetlock	1000M/vet (1 month embargo)		Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
8	WATCH THE THRONE			+15
8	VULCAN			+15
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 9 (R522) Class 5a – 1200M (E sc)

1	FLYING BABY (J Low)	Raced fiercely in the early stages and tended to hang out turning into the 800M. Stumbled near the 600M.
4	ZILFIKAR (R Rueven)	Raced wide in the early stages.
5	D’GREAT STRIKE (M Ewe)	Tended to lay inwards from the 800M and in the straight, hung in.
7	AMAZING CHOICE (App A Nazir)	Blundered near the 800M.
8	ARAGON PEGASUS (S Ruzaini)	Raced wide throughout from its outside barrier.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
9	SUPER LINE	Capacity field	–		EA
9	SING ROULETTE	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
9	CAORUNN			+19
9	GREATEST ALL TIME			+25
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 10 (R523) Class 5b – 1200M (E sc)

BANGALORE

(App A Nazir)

Slow to begin. Rider advised to ensure that he places his horses in contention early in the race and to ensure that he rides to maximize his performance.

FARDUS

(App R Nuqman)

Slightly slow to begin.

ANOTHER SHOW

(V Espindola)

Drifted out, finishing wide in the straight.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
10	WASHINGTON	Bruised off fore knee	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
10	GRAND KNIGHT	Fever	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
10	JET TWENTY	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC

REPORT OF ANALYSIS OF CLEARING SAMPLE

A Clearing Sample taken from NORTHERN KNIGHT, which was received on 7 May 2023 by USAINS BIOMICS (CLS/V23/001) dated 11 May 2023 was analyzed and reported to be negative to Prohibited Substances and as such, the Stewards cleared NORTHERN KNIGHT to resume racing under the provisions of MRA Rule 134(12).

Change of Rider(s)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	CLOUD SHADOW	Unfixed	R Rueven	EA
1	GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN	Unfixed	App H Haikal	EA
2	BE YOURSELF	Unfixed	J Low	EA
3	LIM’S MASTER	Unfixed	App M Ekdihar	EA
6	PENANG STAR	App S Sia	App M Ekdihar	Disqualified
6	HARVEYWALLBANGER	Unfixed	App S Shazmin	EA
7	BLACK QUAIL	App S Sia	App A Nazir	Disqualified
8	MY BIG BOSS	App T Ammar	App M Lukman	Indisposed
8	ACROBAT	App S Sia	App A Nazir	Disqualified
9	COLONIEL STAR	App S Sia	App I Fikri	Disqualified
9	ARAGON PEGASUS	AK Lim	S Ruzaini	Medical
10	DARCI SUPER	App S Sia	App M Ekdihar	Disqualified
10	RAINBOW FISH	Unfixed	App S Shazmin	EA

NON ACCEPTORS
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
4	MELTING POINT	Bruised off fore foot	Vet exam	–
5	TOP S	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet exam	–
7	CONSTANT JUSTICE	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet exam	–
9	WINTERFELL	Bruised off fore suspensory	Vet exam	–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

SLTC, SUNDAY, 14 MAY 2023

POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test

Remark

ROYAL FLUSH

Cast off hind plate

–

TISWORTH JACOBI

No significant finding

–

OFFICIAL

–

Impounded

MIEJ

Dwelt at the start & slow to begin.

1 Starting Stall

–

SHAHBAA

Injury both hind legs

Vet exam

–

CH FORTUNE & SILENT PRINCE

Lame off fore

1000M/vet

(2 weeks embargo)

–

CANDY RAIN

Cast near fore plate

–

TIME TO HARVEST

No significant finding

–

Impounded

BLUE HAWAII

Cut near hind

Vet exam

–

MISE EN GARDE

Cast off fore plate

–

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

Fines

Race

Name of Licensee

Horse Name

Date of Fine Imposed

Fine Amount

(RM)

MRA Rule/Regulation

App S Shazmin

SACRED TONIC

14/5/23

500/-

Rule 152(5)(a)

Follow Up

Trainer KC Tiang (OFFICIAL) – Pre-race Sample

Selangor Meeting

STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 7 MAY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: Yielding

Course A4 (Rail @ 4M Entire Course)

Panel of Stewards:

2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee

Mr Fin Powrie (Chief Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Thanaraja Kasinathan (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)

Veterinary Surgeons:

Dr Shri Kanth (Chief Veterinary Surgeon) & Dr James Yu.

RACE 1 (R494) CLASS 5b – 1600M (A4 lc)

SHYLOCK

(HS Gill)

Raced fiercely between the 1300M and the 1000M.

STRONG N BRAVE

(B Pinheiro)

Raced wide in the early stages and until straightening.

FORTUNE SPIRIT

(App K Pavinthran)

Raced wide between the 700M, taking the turn into the straight wide.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
1	VALUE OF JUSTICE	Bruised near fore distal attachment of suspensory ligament	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
1	KING OF GLORY	Stewards’ scratching	–	–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 2 (R495) CLASS 5a – 1300M (A4 lc)

Due to regional rescheduling, this race was rescheduled to start at 1:20pm.

1	TRAVIS (AK Lim)	Inclined to lay inwards in the straight, having to be straightened and taken out to obtain a clear run near the 175M.
2	ARROGATE ACHIEVER (R Rueven)	Slow into stride and raced wide at the turn into the straight.
3	EL MACHO (HK Cheng)	Inconvenienced by the fallen rider near the 950M.
6	COSMIC SANDS (L De Souza)	Rider dislodged near the 950M. Rider was subsequently transported to hospital. An inquiry into this incident will be conducted at a date to be fixed.

App K Pavinthran was examined by the Club Doctor who stood him down from his riding engagements for the remainder of the races today.

RACE 3 (R496) CLASS 5a – 1300M (A4 lc)

Due to regional rescheduling, this race was rescheduled to start at 1:50pm.

1	UNLEASH THE DRAGON (B Pinheiro)	Drifted out over the final 75M.
2	INVISIBLE (App WW Cheah)	Slow into stride.
3	BEST BAY (J Low)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
7	ELUSIVE EMPEROR (App R Nuqman)	Carried out over the final 50M.
9	ALL WHITE (AK Lim)	Slow into stride and was inclined to lay inwards in the straight.
11	MIDNIGHT LOVER (HS Gill)	Withdrawn at 1:50pm: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	MIDNIGHT LOVER	Lame off fore	1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)	Withdrawn at 1:50pm
3	ENFORCE	Swollen near fore cannon	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
3	JOCKEY KING	Capacity field	–	EA
3	MISE AN GARDE	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 4 (R497) CLASS 4a – 1400M (A4 lc)

Due to regional rescheduling, this race was rescheduled to start at 2:20pm.

2	LIMITLESS VENTURE (App R Nuqman)	Bumped at the start, losing ground. Shifted in near the 700M when racing fiercely, crowding runner. Rider reprimanded.
3	SELANGOR STAR (App M Ekdihar)	Proved extremely difficult to load. 1 Starting Stall test. Between the 800M and 600M, was held tight and had to be steadied.
7	NAJWAN (E Ferreira)	Slow into stride. Ridden wide throughout.
8	ATTENTION (MM Firdaus)	Crowded on jumping.
9	PASIR PINJI (B Pinheiro)	Taken outwards near the 250M when blocked for a clear run.
11	GOLDEN LIGHTNING (App M Lukman)	Tightened shortly after the start and was subsequently ridden rearward.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
4	MR HANKS	Infected wound on the off fore cannon	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)	Course scratching
4	GOLDEN SPRINT	Capacity field	–	EA
4	TRAFALGAR	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 5 (R498) CLASS 4b – 1400M (A4 lc)

Due to regional rescheduling, this race was rescheduled to start at 2:50pm.

1	GASSUR (B Pinheiro)	Pulled hard in the early stages and subsequently led.
3	GEORGETOWN (R Rueven)	Vet inspection: No significant finding.
4	GLENAFTON (HK Cheng)	Raced wide throughout.
5	D’GREAT OCEAN (MM Firdaus)	Withdrawn at 2:48pm: Lame near fore – 1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)
6	UPTOWN GIRL (App M Lukman)	Impeded behind a horse near the 350M and when taken inwards, was again blocked for a clear run near the 150M.
7	LOOKS GOOD (App S Shazmin)	Slow into stride.
8	TIGRESS (App WW Cheah)	Had to be steadied when crossed near the 1000M.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
5	ELITE SAINT	Stone-bruised off fore	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 6 (R499) CLASS 4a – 1700M (A4 lc)

Due to regional rescheduling, this race was rescheduled to start at 3:20pm.

3	NEVERTHELESS (R Rueven)	Raced wide throughout.
4	ELITE QUARTETO (App M Ekdihar)	Struck the running rail on two (2) occasions between 1300M and the 1200M.
5	SHOQEET (B Pinheiro)	Ridden wide between the 750M and the turn into the straight.
7	WHY NOT (App M Lukman)	After racing wide in the middle stages, drifted wide in the straight.
9	HENG KINGDOM (App H Haikal)	Slow into stride.
11	NORTHERN STAR (V Espindola)	Veered outward at the start, bumping the hind-quarters of runner.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
6	RAGNAR	Respiratory infection	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)	Course scratching
6	HARVEST	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 7 (R500) CLASS 3 – 1100M (A4 sc)

When being loaded, it was ascertained that the tongue-tie on TITAN PEGASUS (Y Aify) had become loose and was ineffective. Due to the lateness, the gelding raced without a tongue-tie. Trainer NM Selvan advised that it was a similar tongue-tie that he used numerous times and tied by himself in the same fashion. The Stewards warned Trainer NM Selvan that he is expected to have his horses presented and raced in all the equipment declared in a proper fashion.

KIWI KID

(App M Lukman)

Raced wide with the leaders.

MIRACLE

(R Rueven)

After being unruly in the stall, was slow into stride.

ZA’EEM

(E Ferreira)

Vet inspection: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
7	D’GREAT JOURNEY	Capacity field	–	EA
7	ACROBAT	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 8 (R501) Supreme A – 1250M (A4 sc)

2	AWESOME STORM (B Pinheiro)	Crowded runner near the 800M when proceeding to the lead. Rider warned that he must afford runners sufficient room.
3	VIOLET (App M Ekdihar)	Steadied at the 800M when crossed.
5	SKYDANCE ECLIPSE (R Rueven)	Slow into stride. Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/vet (1 month embargo)
11	HANDSOME BENZ (App S Sia)	Crowded on jumping, losing ground and subsequently ridden rearward.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
8	KIRIN	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam (1 week embargo)		Course scratching
8	CHINESE TEA	Bruised off fore foot	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)		Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
8	LONELY BOY			+15
8	VIOLET			-19
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 9 (R502) Open Maiden – 1200M (A4 sc)

1	BIG FRANCK (B Pinheiro)	In the run to the 800M, threw its head when racing fiercely and veered outwards.
2	PUSHTOLIMIT (App M Lukman)	Carried wide and thereafter raced extremely wide at the 800M.
4	XIYOU (MM Firdaus)	Dwelt when the start was effected, bounded, losing considerable margin. In light of its previous barrier manners, the gelding will be required to pass 2 Starting Stall tests before being declared to race again.
6	TOP S (App R Nuqman)	Carried outwards near the 800M.
7	JOEY (R Rueven)	Inclined to lay inwards, crowding runner near the 75M.
9	ROCKET HORSE (E Ferreira)	Brushed and held tight between the 125M and the 75M.
10	BIG CHINA (HS Gill)	Slow into stride.

RACE 10 (R503) Class 4a – 1200M (A4 sc)

2	KANTHAKA (HK Cheng)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
3	WINNER’S EUPHORIA (App R Nuqman)	Bumped at the 200M.
5	HAPPY FRANKEL (E Ferreira)	Bumped heavily at the start.
7	FLAMING PHOENIX (J Low)	Bumped shortly after the start and brushed runner near the 200M.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
10	CHOCANTE	Stewards’ scratching	–	–
10	MARINE VANGUARD	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 11 (R504) Class 5a – 1100M (A4 sc)

[Nothing to Report]

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
11	FANTASTIC	Bruised near fore tendon	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)		Course scratching
11	SPEEDY DEMON	Sustained cut on the near hind medial thigh	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)		Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
11	M ELEVEN			+16
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC

[Nil]

Change of Rider(s)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	FORTUNE SPIRIT	Unfixed	App K Pavinthran	EA
2	ARROGATE ACHIEVER	CK Khaw	R Rueven	Medical
3	COUNTER ATTACK	App K Pavinthran	App S Sia	Medical
3	ALL WHITE	CK Khaw	AK Lim	Medical
3	MIDNIGHT LOVER	Unfixed	HS Gill	EA
4	ATTENTION	L De Souza	MM Firdaus	Medical
4	CLARTON TREASURE	CK Khaw	Y Aify	Medical
4	GOLDEN LIGHTNING	Unfixed	App M Lukman	EA
5	INTREPID	L De Souza	E Ferreira	Medical
7	GRAND CHOICE	CK Khaw	M Ewe	Medical
8	SKYDANCE ECLIPSE	L De Souza	R Rueven	Medical
8	BERRY BLISS	App K Pavinthran	App Clyde Leck	Medical
8	STRONG N POWERFUL	CK Khaw	HS Gill	Medical
9	TEMPTATIONS	App K Pavinthran	App S Sia	Medical
9	XIYOU	L De Souza	MM Firdaus	Medical
11	ASIAN TIGER	L De Souza	R Rueven	Medical

NON ACCEPTORS
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
1	GHOST BAY	Swollen off fore suspensory	Vet exam	–
2	SAHM	Laceration right nostril	Vet exam	–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

SLTC, SUNDAY, 7 MAY 2023

POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test

Remark

MR GUN GUN

Cast off fore plate & laceration near hind

Vet exam

–

COSMIC SANDS & KIPEH

Cast near hind plate

–

SELANGOR STAR

Proved extremely difficult to load.

1 Starting Stall

MANDRAKE

Multiple lacerations on the off hind

Vet exam

–

GEORGETOWN

No significant finding

–

ZA’EEM

Lame off fore

1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)

–

SKYDANCE ECLIPSE

Respiratory distress

1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

XIYOU

Dwelt when the start was effected, bounded, losing considerable margin.

2 Starting Stall

–

PERFECT RUN

Laceration near hind

Vet exam

–

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

Follow Up

Incident near the 950M.

Selangor Meeting

STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2023

SATURDAY, 6 MAY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: Yielding

Course A4 (Rail @ 4M Entire Course)

Panel of Stewards:

2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee

Mr Fin Powrie (Chief Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Jarry Chong (Stipendiary Steward)

Veterinary Surgeons:

Dr Shri Kanth (Chief Veterinary Surgeon) & Dr James Yu.

RACE 1 (R486) CLASS 5b – 1300M (A4 lc)

2	TAIL SPIN (App K Pavinthran)	Drifted out over the concluding 150M.
3	MODRIC (L De Souza)	Laid inwards slightly near the 100M, bumping runner.
5	D’GREAT RISE (CK Khaw)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
6	NOVA DASHING (MM Firdaus)	Vet inspection: Lame near fore – 1000M/Vet (2 weeks embargo)
7	WILDFIRE (App H Haikal)	Threw its head up at the start, losing considerable ground. In this incident, Apprentice was struck in the face. In light of this, the gelding will be required to pass 1 Starting Stall test before being declared to race again. Raced fiercely, tending to lay outwards at the turn near the 950M.
9	ROCK ME EASY (R Rueven)	Carried outwards near the 150M, bumping with runner at the 75M.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
1	SMART MASTER	Capacity field	–	EA
1	UNSHADOWED GENERAL	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 2 (R487) CLASS 5b – 1300M (A4 lc)

2	FARDUS (Y Aify)	Slow into stride.
3	GENERAL CHENG (App R Nuqman)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
4	LIM’S TORPEDO (CK Khaw)	Turned its head when the start was effected, putting his nose in the adjoining stall, then jumped awkwardly, losing considerable ground. 1 Starting Stall.
6	VK BOY (AK Lim)	Had to be taken outwards near the 250M in order to obtain a clear run. Vet inspection: Laceration on the near fore arm – Vet exam.

When presented in the paddock, it was ascertained that the surcingle of I’M THE MAN (V Espindola) was omitted from the horse’s equipment albeit that the rider had weighed out with all his gear. However, this was quickly rectified. Trainer HY Cheng was fined RM500/- under MRA Rule 35(1) for failing to ensure that I’M THE MAN was properly equipped.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
2	SUPREME HAPPINESS	Capacity field	–	EA
2	ISLE OF SKY	Capacity field	–	EA
2	BULL RUN	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 3 (R488) CLASS 5a – 1600M (A4 lc)

An objection was lodged by Trainer WC Lim, the Trainer of TIN’S MACHINE (App M Lukman), placed second, against KHAN PEGASUS (Y Aify), being declared the winner, alleging interference over the final 200M. The Panel of Stewards dismissed the objection.

An objection was lodged by Trainer S Hamilton, the Trainer of SILVER JOY (MM Firdaus), placed fourth, against TIN’S MACHINE (App M Lukman), placed second alleging interference at about the 200M. The Panel of Stewards dismissed the objection.

1	KHAN PEGASUS (Y Aify)	Laid in considerably over the final 200M causing two (2) runners to check. *(See Report)
3	CIRCUIT FLYER (App A Nazir)	Carried wide in the middle stages.
4	DOGE TO THE MOON (CK Khaw)	Threw its head up on jumping. Raced wide in the middle stages.
5	TIN’S MACHINE (App M Lukman)	Tightened badly near the 125M. *(See Report)
8	JJ STAR (App S Shazmin)	Tended to lay inwards in the straight.
10	SILVER JOY (MM Firdaus)	Had to be restrained when tightened at the 125M. *(See Report)
11	TARZAN (AK Lim)	Slow to begin.

App K Pavinthran, the rider of ARTEMISIA OF CARIA, was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to utilize his claim fully.

At the conclusion of an inquiry, Jockey Y Aify, the rider of KHAN PEGASUS, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he allowed KHAN PEGASUS to shift in and tighten TIN’S MACHINE which restrained onto SILVER JOY which checked.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey Y Aify’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days, with effect from 8 May 2023 and to expire on 14 May 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	D’GREAT SWIFT	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
3	BERLINETTA	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 4 (R489) Combined Classes 3&4 – 1400M (A4 lc)

2	PERFECT (R Rueven)	Slow into stride.
3	READY TO ROCK (App WW Cheah)	Had to be steadied when attempting a marginal run near the 300M.
4	TELLER (App R Nuqman)	Slow into stride.
9	MELTING POINT (App A Najib)	Was leaning on the side of the stall when the start was effected, thereby losing considerable ground. Thereafter raced fiercely in the middle stages and was taken wide.

RACE 5 (R490) CLASS 4b – 1200M (A4 sc)

1	MAHA PEGASUS (Y Aify)	Slow into stride. Took the turn into the straight wide.
2	TOP GUN (App T Ammar)	From its outside barrier, was obliged to race wide throughout.
3	HOWL (J Low)	Taken outwards passing the 250M, making contract with runners. Rider warned that he must exercise greater caution when shifting ground.
7	NICATOR (CK Khaw)	Jumped awkwardly and was thereafter slow into stride, showing no early pace.
8	GLOBAL ARMY (App K Pavinthran)	Raced wide in the early stages.
10	SHENG PROISIR (App H Haikal)	Bumped outwards near the 200M.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
5	SILENT PRINCE	Capacity field	–		EA
5	PENANG STAR	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
5	HOUSEHOLD DYNASTY			+16
5	SHENG PROISIR			+17
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 6 (R491) Class 4b – 1200M (A4 sc)

1	ELISE (App S Shazmin)	Slow to begin.
6	BAD BOYZ (App M Lukman)	Vet inspection: Lame off fore – 1000M/Vet (3 weeks embargo)
7	BLOOD ROYAL (App KH Chong)	Inconvenienced at the start.
10	LISBOA STAR (App WW Cheah)	Slow to begin.
12	DABBLE (AK Lim)	Jumped awkwardly inwards.

At the 400M, BLOOD ROYAL (App KH Chong) fell and GUILTY PLEASURES (CK Khaw) fell when attempting to jump the fallen horse. CONSTANT JUSTICE (App A Nazir) was severely inconvenienced when avoiding the fallen horses. BAD BOYS (App M Lukman) veered outwards at this stage. Both fallen riders were transported to hospital. An inquiry will be conducted at a later stage.

As both ambulances were required to despatch the fallen riders to hospital, the remainder of the races were subsequently abandoned at 4:35pm.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
6	STORM TO WIN	Nail bind injury on the near fore & near hind legs	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)		Course scratching
6	QUASAR	Sole bruise near fore	Vet exam		Course scratching
6	I’M SMART GREY	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
6	DABBLE			+15
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC

INQUIRY INTO A REPORT RELATING TO A POST-RACE URINE SAMPLE CODED “34819” TAKEN FROM THE HORSE “NORTHERN KNIGHT” WHICH FINISHED FIRST IN RACE 8 ON SUNDAY, 2 APRIL 2023 AT THE SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

The Stewards conducted an inquiry into the above matter on Friday, 5 May 2023 at the Selangor Turf Club. Evidence was taken from Assistant Trainer Nagarajan a/l Supromaniam, Acting on behalf of Trainer MP Thwaites (Trainer of NORTHERN KNIGHT) who was absent, Dr Shri Kanth (Senior Veterinary Surgeon of SLTC) and Dr Chan Sue Hay (Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics).

Assistant Trainer Nagarajan a/l Supromaniam was found guilty of a charge under MRA Rule 134(6)(a) for presenting NORTHERN KNIGHT which won in Race 8 on Sunday, 2 April 2023 at the Selangor Turf Club, and its post-race urine sample was found to contain “flunixin”.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration the nature of the drug involved, Assistant Trainer Nagarajan’s mitigating factors and previous record. He was fined RM12,000/- and was advised of his Right of Appeal.

After considering the evidence, the Stewards disqualified NORTHERN KNIGHT from the race under the provisions of MRA Rule 134(11) and the placings were amended:

1^st ROTI KAYA (HY Cheng)

2^nd TRINITY FLYING (App M Ekdihar)

3^rd WILDFIRE (App H Haikal)

4^th SHA NA NA (R Rueven)

APPEAL BY JOCKEY RUZAINI BIN SUPIEN (S RUZAINI) AGAINST THE SUSPENSION OF TWO (2) MONTHS FOR CONTRAVENTION OF MRA RULE 44(10) IMPOSED BY THE PANEL OF STEWARDS RELATED TO HIS RIDING OF RACEHORSE “EMPHATIC” IN RACE 4 (R212) ON SATURDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2023 AT THE SELANGOR TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2023

The Selangor Turf Club Appeal Panel heard the above appeal on Tuesday, 25 April 2023.

After considering submissions from Jockey S Ruzaini and the Chief Stipendiary Steward, the Appeal Panel dismissed the appeal against the conviction under MRA Rule 44(10).

On the issue of penalty, the Appeal Panel confirmed the penalty of two (2) months suspension, until the 5^th May 2023.

The deposit was forfeited.

APPEAL BY JOCKEY RUZAINI BIN SUPIEN (S RUZAINI) AGAINST THE SUSPENSION OF THREE (3) MONTHS AND FINE OF RM20,000/- FOR CONTRAVENTION OF MRA RULE 44(10) IMPOSED BY THE PANEL OF STEWARDS RELATED TO HIS RIDING OF RACEHORSE “INHERIT” IN RACE 5 (R213) ON SATURDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2023 AT THE SELANGOR TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2023

The Selangor Turf Club Appeal Panel heard the above appeal on Tuesday, 25 April 2023.

After considering submissions from Jockey S Ruzaini and the trainer of INHERIT, Trainer HY Cheng and the Chief Stipendiary Steward, the Appeal Panel dismissed the appeal against the conviction under MRA Rule 44(10).

On the issue of penalty, the Appeal Panel reduced the suspension to a period of two (2) months and the fine to RM10,000/- and ordered that it be served concurrently with any other penalty, until 5^th May 2023.

The deposit was ordered to be refunded.

WEDNESDAY, 3 MAY 2023, SLTC OFFICIAL BARRIER TRIAL 7

Jockey E Ferreira (QAFILA) and Jockey S Hafis (VIZIER) were reprimanded for failing to present their mounts for the post-trial veterinary trot-up.

POST RACE URINE (EQUINE):

16 APRIL 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

The report dated 20 April 2023 (V23/054) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 37 coded urine and 39 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 16 April 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

16 APRIL 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

The report dated 20 April 2023 (V23/055) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 16 April 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

Change of Rider(s)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
6	DABBLE	Unfixed	AK Lim	EA

NON ACCEPTORS
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	ORDOS LEGEND	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam	–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

SLTC, SATURDAY, 6 MAY 2023

POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test

Remark

NOVA DASHING

Lame near fore

1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)

WILDFIRE

Threw its head up at the start, losing considerable ground.

1 Starting Stall

–

LIM’S TORPEDO

Turned its head when the start was effected, losing considerable ground.

1 Starting Stall

–

VK BOY

Laceration on the near fore arm

Vet exam

–

SECOND CHANCE

Bruised /laceration of the off fore heel

Vet exam

–

BAD BOYZ

Lame off fore

1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)

–

(8)

KUBERA’S CHIEF

Nail bind injury off fore

Vet exam

(1 week embargo)

Course scratching

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

Fines

Race

Name of Licensee

Horse Name

Date of Fine Imposed

Fine Amount

MRA Rule/Regulation

Trainer HY Cheng

I’M THE MAN

6/5/23

RM500/-

Rule 35(1)

App K Pavinthran

ARTEMISIA OF CARIA

6/5/23

RM250/-

Rule 152(5)(a)

(2/4/23)

Assistant Trainer Nagarajan a/l Supromaniam

NORTHERN KNIGHT

5/5/23

RM12,000/-

Rule 134(6)(a)

(25/2/23)

Jockey S Ruzaini

INHERIT

25/4/23

RM10,000/-

Rule 44(10)

Suspension(s)

Jockey Y Aify (KHAN PEGASUS) – 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

Follow Up

Incident at the 400M.

Selangor Meeting

STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 16 APRIL 2023

STATE OF TRACK: Good

Course A (True Position)

Panel of Stewards:

2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee

Mr Fin Powrie (Chief Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Thanaraja Kasinathan (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)

Veterinary Surgeons:

Dr Shri Kanth (Chief Veterinary Surgeon) & Dr James Yu.

RACE 1 (R411) CLASS 5b – 1200M (A sc)

3	ZAZU (App I Fikri)	Bumped at the start. Had to check severely near the 1100M. *(See Report). Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)
4	ALWAYS AFRAID (App S Sia)	Jumped awkwardly.
5	JET TWENTY (App KH Chong)	Slow into stride. Shifted in at the 1100M, crowding runner. *(See Report)
8	PENANG BANK (L De Souza)	Veered outwards at the start, bumping runner. Rider dislodged on pulling-up. Subsequently under the provisions of MRA Rule 121(1), “All Clear” was given with dispensation for the rider not weighing in. Rider was examined by the Club Doctor who subsequently stood him down from his riding engagements for the remainder of the races today
9	FORTUNE SPIRIT (CK Khaw)	Showed no early pace and subsequently raced rearward.

At the conclusion of an inquiry, App KH Chong, the rider of JET TWENTY, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, R Lines, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he shifted in causing ZAZU to check at the 1100M.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App KH Chong’s guilty plea, his unblemished riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days with effect from 17 April 2023 and to expire on 29 April 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
1	OCEAN ELEVEN	Bruised off fore foot & fetlock	Vet exam	Course scratching
1	WILDFIRE	Capacity field	–	EA
1	GIANT KILLING	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 2 (R412) CLASS 5a – 1200M (A sc)

2	PERFECT BRANDZ (App Clyde Leck)	Raced wide between the 800M and the 400M.
3	WHIZ FIZZ (J Low)	Bumped on jumping and was inclined to lay inwards for the entire race.
5	DIAMOND SET (App S Shazmin)	Bumped at the start.
6	BANGALORE (CK Khaw)	Raced wide throughout. Vet inspection: No significant finding.
7	READY TO SEVENLUCK (App S Sia)	After being slow to begin, raced keenly at the rear of the field and then had to be steadied off heels near the 100M.
8	ROTI KAYA (HK Cheng)	Raced rearward despite the rider’s urging and was inclined to lay out from the 800M until straightening.
9	MONDAY (App R Nuqman)	Laid outwards throughout.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
2	NORTHERN KNIGHT	Stewards’ scratching	–		–
2	LIM’S TORPEDO	Bruised near fore suspensory ligament	Vet exam (1 week embargo)		Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
2	PERFECT BRANDZ			+16
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 3 (R413) CLASS 5a – 1200M (A sc)

2	FLYING BABY (MM Firdaus)	Crowded and held tight near the 1000M.
4	JOCKEY KING (J Low)	Slow to begin. 1 Starting Stall test. Vet inspection: No significant finding.
5	UNLEASH THE DRAGON (E Ferreira)	Slow into stride and raced wide in the early and middle stages
6	ELITE SAINT (App R Nuqman)	Inclined to lay outwards in the straight.
7	ARROGATE ACHIEVER (CK Khaw)	Slow into stride.
9	QIJI STAR (Y Aify)	Threw its head when being steadied near the 1000M and inclined to lay inwards under pressure thereafter.
10	TILSWORTH JACOBI (R Rueven)	Raced fiercely with its head in the air and restrained near the 800M when crossed and attempting to avoid heels.
14	MISE EN GARDE (App S Sia)	Steadied near the 800M when running onto heels.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	HIGH COUNCIL	Corneal ulcer & stromal abscess	Vet exam	Course scratching
3	COMECATCHME	Stone-bruised near fore foot	Vet exam	Course scratching
3	MARTIN VJ	Stromal abscess	Vet exam	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 4 (R414) CLASS 4a – 1100M (A sc)

1	RONALDO’S DREAM (M Ewe)	Inclined to lay inwards near the 800M and had to be straightened when shifted ground near the 250M.
4	MELTING POINT (R Rueven)	Hung inwards on straightening.
7	BLACK QUAIL (App KH Chong)	Drifted outwards over the final 150M.
8	GOLDEN SPRINT (App R Nuqman)	Inclined to shift ground outwards in the straight.
9	BIG BAD MAMA (App I Fikri)	From its outside barrier, veered outwards after the start, losing ground and thereafter raced wide until near the 700M.
11	FANTASTIC (App K Pavinthran)	Slow into stride.
12	CONSTANT JUSTICE (CK Khaw)	Raced wide in the middle stages.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
4	SUPER HERO	Connections’ request – No suitable rider available	–		Withdrawn at 1:16pm
4	CHOCANTE	Bruised near fore tendon	Vet exam		Course scratching
4	STRAP MARKS	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
4	GOLDEN SPRINT			+15
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 5 (R415) CLASS 4b – 1100M (A sc)

1	OUR DYNAMITE (App T Ammar)	Bumped heavily from the inside at the start and had to steady to avoid heels shortly thereafter.
3	UNDER OATH (App A Najib)	Inclined to lay inwards in the straight.
6	HARVEYWALLBANGER (M Ewe)	Shifted out near the 200M to avoid heels and brushing runner.
7	IRON SAMURAI (App R Nuqman)	Brushed the running rail at the 250M.
8	CAPONE (App H Haikal)	Reared as the start was effected, thereby missing the start by a considerable margin. 1 Starting Stall test.
9	TUN O’REILLY (App S Sia)	Threw its head shortly after the start, losing ground.
10	MENTAL (App Clyde Leck)	Veered outwards at the start, bumping heavily with runner on its outside.
11	PENANG STAR (CK Khaw)	Slow into stride.
13	MYSTERIOUS CAPTAIN (Y Aify)	After being slow into stride, was obliged to race wide until straightening.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
5	SYMBOL OF COURAGE	Bruised back & Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam	Course scratching
5	MAGNUM KING	Bruised near fore tendon & swollen near hind fetlock	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 6 (R416) Open Maiden – 1250M (A sc)

1	DEPENDABLE (App H Haikal)	Rider’s whip broke at the 300M and was then dropped.
2	XIYOU (J Low)	Slow into stride.
3	QUICK SHOSHA (App S Shazmin)	Crowded outwards over the final 50M.
4	TOP S (App S Sia)	Shifted out over the final 50M.
5	JAMES BOND (HK Cheng)	Raced greenly and was obliged to travel wide in the middle stages.
6	PERSEUS PEGASUS (Y Aify)	Commenced to race keenly in the early stages and thereby led.
7	YINYANG (E Ferreira)	Slow into stride.
8	PENANG GENERAL (CK Khaw)	Showed no early pace.
9	TAU KEH SOH (R Rueven)	Drifted out over the final 100M, crowding runner on its outside near the 50M.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse	Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
6	QUICK SHOSHA	+18
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 7 (R417) Class 4a – 1400M (A lc)

1	SMART RACER (App Clyde Leck)	Raced wide from the 800M until straightening.
2	GOLDEN LIGHTNING (App M Lukman)	Slow into stride. Had to be steadied and taken outwards near the 175M to obtain a clear run.
3	LIMITLESS VENTURE (R Rueven)	Raced fiercely in the early stages, throwing its head up.
4	MR HANKS (App R Nuqman)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
5	ELITE QUARTETO (App M Ekdihar)	Rider reported his horse raced in an unbalanced manner in the straight. Returned cast near fore plate.
7	TILSWORTH SYDNEY (J Low)	Withdrawn at 3:12pm: Lame near fore – 1000M/Vet (3 weeks embargo)
8	NAJWAN (E Ferreira)	Shifted out to obtain a clear run causing horse to steady near the 175M. Rider warned to exercise greater caution.
11	TRAFALGAR (Y Aify)	Steadied near the 175M to avoid the heels.

Jockey Y Aify (TRAFALGAR) was examined by the Club Doctor who subsequently stood him down from his riding engagements for the remainder of the races today.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
7	TILSWORTH SYDNEY	Lame near fore	1000M/Vet (3 weeks embargo)	Withdrawn at 3:12pm
7	NAUGHTY KID	Capacity field	–	EA
7	NEVERTHELESS	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 8 (R418) Class 3 – 1400M (A lc)

An objection was lodged by MW Teh, the Trainer of MAT SMART (App I Fikri), placed fourth, against STRONG N POWERFUL (CK Khaw), placed second, alleging interference over the final 300M. The Panel of Stewards dismissed the objection. As the Panel of Stewards deemed the objection to be frivolous, Trainer MW Teh was fined RM2000/- under the provisions of MRA Rule 122(3).

1	D’GREAT TIMING (M Ewe)	Laid inwards near the 1100M, contacting runner. Vet inspection: No significant finding.
2	SCOOBY DOOBY DOO (App M Lukman)	Drifted out, inconvenienced runner near the 150M.
4	STRONG N POWERFUL (CK Khaw)	Drifted in over the concluding 150M.
5	MAT SMART (App I Fikri)	Hind–quarters bumped, becoming unbalanced between 900M and 800M. Steadied momentarily when crossed near the 125M.
7	PEER GYNT (AK Lim)	Vet inspection: No significant finding.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
8	LEOPARD ECLIPSE	Connections’ request – No suitable rider available	–	Withdrawn at 1:34pm
8	TRINITY GENERAL	Stone-bruised off fore foot	Vet exam	Course scratching
8
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 9 (R419) SUPREME B (SW) – 1400M (A lc)

2	STREETS OF FIRE (App R Nuqman)	Shied off the fence near the 1000M, inconveniencing runner.
8	RESURGENCE (R Rueven)	Had to be eased when striding onto the heels at the 1000M. Vet inspection: No significant finding.
9	TELLER (HS Gill)	Steadied when crowded near the 1000M.
10	SEMANTAN PRINCE (J Low)	Slow into stride.
11	MR HOPKINS (CK Khaw)	Raced wide throughout.
12	VETRI (M Ewe)	Slow to begin and trailed the field. 1 Starting Stall test. Vet inspection: No significant finding.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
9	BERRY BLISS	Bruised near fore tendon	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 10 (R420) Class 4b – 1400M (A lc)

2	CHINO DINERO (App M Lukman)	Inconvenienced when crossed near the 1250M. Travelled wide when outside the leader between the 950M and at the turn into the straight.
3	CLARTON TREASURE (HK Cheng)	Raced wide in the early stages.
4	MICHIKAWA (HS Gill)	Shifted in, tightening runner near the 1250M. *(See Report). Had to be restrained at the 175M.
5	STEEL CUTTER (App I Fikri)	Had to be restrained near the 1250M and then dipped when striking heels shortly after. Shifted in considerably in the straight, causing runner to check. *(See Report). Vet inspection: No significant finding. Impounded.
6	GOLDEN HORSE (App R Nuqman)	Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)
7	MAIDANZ BEAUTY (CK Khaw)	Vet inspection: Upper respiratory tract abnormality & epiglottic entrapment – 1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)
8	TIGRESS (App S Sia)	Laid inwards sharply near the 150M.
10	BELLA VELOCE (AK Lim)	Impeded for a clear run near the 250M.
11	NOVA FACTOR (MM Firdaus)	Obliged to race wide in the early stages.

At the conclusion of an inquiry, App I Fikri, the rider of STEEL CUTTER, in the presence of B Trainer Nagarajan a/l Supromaniam, his Employing Trainer’s representative, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he shifted in at about the 175M and tightened MICHIKAWA (HS Gill) causing it to restrain.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App I Fikri’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, good riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Selangor race days with effect from 6 May 2023 and to expire on 7 May 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

At the conclusion of an inquiry, Jockey HS Gill, the rider of MICHIKAWA, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he shifted in at the 1250 and crowded CHINO DINERO.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey HS Gill’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days, to be deferred, with effect from 24 April 2023 and to expire on 30 April 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
10	HENG KINGDOM	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 11 (R421) Class 5a – 1500M (A lc)

1	ALRALI (E Ferreira)	Drifted in, crowding runner near the 150M. Rider warned.
3	ORDOS LEGEND (HS Gill)	Raced wide in the early and middle stages.
4	RISE OF THE LEGEND (HK Cheng)	Raced erratically and was blocked for a clear run in the straight.
6	FARDUS (M Ewe)	Had to be restrained when crossed near the 150M.
7	TIN’S MACHINE (AK Lim)	Slow into stride.
10	STAR CHOICE (CK Khaw)	Dwelt when the start was effected and jumped very awkwardly, losing considerable ground. 1 Starting Stall test.
11	YULONG DREAM (MM Firdaus)	Held tight near the 850M

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
11	MYSTICAL STAR	Capacity field	–	EA
11	HAPPY GHOST	Capacity field	–	EA
11	DOGE TO THE MOON	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 12 (R422) Class 5a – 1800M (A lc)

1	SUPER ATAS (App M Lukman)	Had to be steadied near the 1650M when crowded from the outside.
2	GHOST BAY (App R Nuqman)	Crowded inwards near the 1650M.
5	VALUE OF JUSTICE (AK Lim)	Shifted in, crowding runners near the 1650M. Rider reprimanded for failing to afford sufficient room.
6	GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN (HS Gill)	Bumped at the 1650M.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
12	SMART INVESTMENT	Bruised near fore mid tendon	Vet exam	Course scratching
12	LIM’S MASTER	Bruised off fore suspensory ligament	1000M/Vet (3 weeks embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC

RACE 6 (R399) Class 5b – 1400M (C4 lc) & RACE 10 (R403) Class 5b – 1250M (C4 lc), SUNDAY, 9 APRIL 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

Upon review, the Stewards, on Tuesday, 11 April 2023, questioned App M Ekdihar related to his whip use on STRONG N BRAVE (Race 6) and SMART MASTER (Race 10).

The Stewards accepted that App M Ekdihar was having only his fourth and fifth ride since resuming from a lengthy suspension but warned him that he must moderate the use of his whip so as to allow his mounts time to respond. He was further referred for retraining at the SLTC Apprentice School.

INQUIRY INTO THE FAILURE TO ATTEND BY STR MUHAMMAD FAREZUL BIN AZIZ WHEN INSTRUCTED BY THE STEWARDS ON TUESDAY, 11 APRIL 2023 AT THE SELANGOR TURF CLUB

Following an inquiry on Friday, 14 April 2023, Senior Track Rider Muhammad Farezul Bin Aziz (STR.84) pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 152(5)(b) for having failed to obey an order of the Stewards by not attending to supply a sample when ordered to do so.

He was subsequently suspended from riding trackwork for a period of two (2) months with effect from 12 April 2023 and to expire on 11 June 2023, both dates inclusive.

POST RACE URINE (EQUINE):

1 & 2 APRIL 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

A report dated 13 April 2023 (V23/048) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 36 coded urine and 36 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 2 April 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected except for sample coded “34819” which revealed the presence of “flunixin”. After decoding the sample number, it was established that this sample was reported to have been taken from the horse “NORTHERN KNIGHT”, which finished first in Race 8 on Sunday, 2 April 2023 at the Selangor Turf Club April Meeting 2023.

On 14 April 2023, Mr Nagarajan a/l Supromaniam, B Trainer for Trainer MP Thwaites, was advised of the contents of this report and his attention drawn to MRA Rule 134(12) which prohibits this horse from racing until it is cleared by the Stewards, and MRA Rule 137(1)/MRA Regulation 46.1 & 46.2 relating to the referee sample. An inquiry will be held at a date to be fixed.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

1 & 2 APRIL 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

The report dated 13 April 2023 (V23/049) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 4 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 2 April 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

POST RACE URINE (EQUINE):

9 APRIL 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

The report dated 13 April 2023 (V23/050) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 30 coded urine and 30 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 9 April 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

9 APRIL 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

The report dated 13 April 2023 (V23/051) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 9 April 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

Change of Rider(s)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	PENANG BANK	KC Tham	L De Souza	Medical
2	BANGALORE	L De Souza	CK Khaw	Medical
3	QIJI STAR	L De Souza	Y Aify	Medical
3	TILSWORTH JACOBI	KC Tham	R Rueven	Medical
3	MISE EN GARDE	Unfixed	App S Sia	EA
4	CONSTANT JUSTICE	Unfixed	CK Khaw	EA
5	PENANG STAR	L De Souza	CK Khaw	Medical
5	MYSTERIOUS CAPTAIN	Unfixed	Y Aify	EA
6	XIYOU	L De Souza	J Low	Medical
7	TILSWORTH SYDNEY	KC Tham	J Low	Medical
7	OISIN EXPRESS	L De Souza	AK Lim	Medical
9	CHINA CAPTAIN	Y Aify	AK Lim	Medical
10	BELLA VELOCE	Y Aify	AK Lim	Medical
11	FARDUS	Y Aify	M Ewe	Medical

NON ACCEPTORS
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
2	SMART MASTER	Bruised near fore foot & nail bind injury	Vet exam	–
4	TIME TO HARVEST	Bruised off fore suspensory ligament	Vet exam	–
10	D’GREAT OCEAN	Bruised off hind fetlock	Vet exam	–
10	PENTAGON	Bruised off hind fetlock	Vet exam	–
12	COMMODORE LINCOLN	Bruised near fore fetlock & suspensory	Vet exam	–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

SLTC, SUNDAY, 16 APRIL 2023

POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test

Remark

ZAZU

Respiratory distress

1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)

–

BANGALORE

No significant finding

–

JOCKEY KING

Slow to begin / No significant finding

1 Starting Stall

–

ELITE QUARTETO

Cast near fore plate

–

D’GREAT TIMING

& PEER GYNT

No significant finding

–

RESURGENCE

No significant finding

–

VETRI

Slow to begin & trailed the field. / No significant finding

1 Starting Stall

–

STEEL CUTTER

No significant finding

–

Impounded.

GOLDEN HORSE

Respiratory distress

1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)

–

MAIDANZ BEAUTY

Upper respiratory tract abnormality & epiglottic entrapment

1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)

–

STAR CHOICE

Dwelt when the start was effected & jumped very awkwardly, losing considerable ground.

1 Starting Stall

–

JJ STAR

Cast near hind plate

–

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

Fines

Race

Name of Licensee

Horse Name

Date of Fine Imposed

Fine Amount

MRA Rule/Regulation

Trainer MW Teh

MAT SMART

16/4/23

RM2000/-

Rule 122(3)

Suspension(s)

App KH Chong (JET TWENTY) – 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

R10

App I Fikri (STEEL CUTTER) – 2 Selangor race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

Jockey HS Gill (MICHIKAWA) – 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

11/4/23

STR Muhammad Farezul Bin Aziz (STR.84) – 2 months under MRA Rule 152(5)(b)

Follow Up

(2/4/23)

Trainer MP Thwaites (NORTHERN KNIGHT) – Sample coded “34819”

Selangor Meeting – 9 April 2023

STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 9 APRIL 2023

STATE OF TRACK: Yielding (Race 1), downgraded to “Good” after Race 1.

Course C4 (Rail @ 4M & Cutaway)

Panel of Stewards:

2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee

Mr Fin Powrie (Chief Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Thanaraja Kasinathan (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)

Veterinary Surgeons:

Dr Shri Kanth (Chief Veterinary Surgeon) & Dr Melissa Yeap.

RACE 1 (R394) CLASS 5b – 1100M (C4 sc)

2	META GREAT (R Rueven)	Raced wide throughout and was inclined to lay in near the 400M.
4	KUBERA’S CHIEF (App M Ekdihar)	Crowded inside runner near the 600M.
5	SMALL CHILLI (App M Lukman)	Drifted out over the final 100M.
6	COMMODORE LINCOLN (E Ferreira)	Laid inwards near the 950M and had to be restrained from heels.
7	BAMSI BEY (MM Firdaus)	Shifted in when crowded near the 600M.
8	OVERLORD (App A Suriya)	Vet inspection of the gelding which finished last: Cast near fore & Respiratory Distress – 1000M/vet (1 month embargo)
9	WINTERFELL (L De Souza)	Tightened momentarily when racing on the fence near the 600M.

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

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
1	VK BOY	Capacity field	–	EA
1	LUKE MAN	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 2 (R395) CLASS 5a – 1100M (C4 sc)

4	STARDICE (S Salee)	*(See Report).
6	GAIN ECLIPSE (App A Nazir)	Inclined to lay inwards early in the straight and had to be steadied when taken across the heels of runner near the 200M. *(See Report).
8	ZILFIKAR (L De Souza)	Lay outwards slightly over the concluding 140M.
9	WINNER NUMBER ONE (App M Ekdihar)	Rider reported the gelding stumbled on several occasions mid-race. Vet inspection: Respiratory Distress – 1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

On inquiry, Jockey S Salee, the rider of STARDICE, pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards in terms of the veracity of his whip use. In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey S Salee’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period two (2) months with effect from 10 April 2023 and to expire on 9 June 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

The Stewards inquired into App A Nazir’s riding of GAIN ECLIPSE and after considering the evidence, they believed they could not substantiate a charge under the Rules, given he had to restrain prophylactically near the 200M. App A Nazir was warned that he must ensure that he rides all mounts so as to be fully tested.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
2	READY TO SEVENLUCK	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 3 (R396) CLASS 4b – 1200M (C4 sc)

Due to regional rescheduling, this race was rescheduled to start at 1:50pm.

1	MERCURIAL TURN (App KH Chong)	Bumped on jumping, becoming unbalanced.
2	FANTASTIC ECLIPSE (App A Nazir)	Veered inwards at the start, crowding runner. *(See Report).
3	JIMMY ZAC (S Salee)	Had to be straightened when laying inwards at the 150M. *(See Report).
6	DEPENDABLE (HK Cheng)	Crowded at the start and was subsequently ridden rearward and then raced wide from the 1000M.
7	HELLO BOSS (App I Fikri)	Had to be steadied when blocked near the 200M.
9	KHAN PEGASUS (Y Aify)	Held tight passing the 1000M.
10	TURF PRINCESS (M Ewe)	Raced with its head in the air for some distance in the early stages.

On inquiry, App A Nazir, the rider of FANTASTIC ECLIPSE (placed fifth), in the presence of his Employing Trainer, F Maynard, pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(6) in that he failed to ride his horse out to the end of the race.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App A Nazir’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of three (3) Malaysian race days with effect from 10 April 2023 and to expire on 22 April 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

On inquiry, Jockey S Salee, the rider of JIMMY ZAC, pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards related to the veracity of his whip use.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey S Salee’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period two (2) months, to be served accumulatively with any other suspension, with effect from 10 June 2023 and to expire on 9 August 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

RACE 4 (R397) CLASS 4a – 1200M (C4 sc)

Due to regional rescheduling, this race was rescheduled to start at 2:20pm.

1	ANSU (S Salee)	Had to be restrained when crossed at the 650M.
2	LITTLE PLEASURE (E Ferreira)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
4	IRONCLAD (App S Sia)	Rider (placed third) dropped his whip near the 300M. Rider fined RM1000/-.
6	MYO (L De Souza)	Withdrawn at 2:17pm: Lame off hind – 1000M/Vet (3 weeks embargo)
7	HAPPY THIRTYNINE (App A Suriya)	Over-raced in the early stages and raced off the fence when leading. Was restrained at the turn into the straight. *(See Report).
8	MICHIKAWA (App A Nazir)	Slow into stride.
9	HANDSOME BOY (J Low)	Bumped and then crowded at the start, losing ground, and raced fiercely in the middle stages.

The Stewards inquired into the running and handling of HAPPY THIRTYNINE. Evidence was taken from App A Suriya (HAPPY THIRTYNINE) and Mr Nagarajan a/l Supromaniam, Trainer MP Thwaites’ representative.

App A Suriya, the rider of HAPPY THIRTYNINE, 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 being:

He travelled wide from the 800M to the 400M with no attempt to demonstrate that he was trying to get closer to the rail; and
He restrained HAPPY THIRTYNINE duly at the turn into the straight, thereafter he allowed the gelding to shift wide in the straight.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App A Suriya’s mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) months with effect from 10 April 2023 and to expire on 9 June 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
4	MYO	Lame off hind	1000M/Vet (3 weeks embargo)		Withdrawn at 2:17pm.
4	NICATOR	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
4	MIRACLE			-15
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 5 (R398) CLASS 3 – 1200M (C4 sc)

Due to regional rescheduling, this race was rescheduled to start at 2:50pm.

KIWI KID

(App M Lukman)

Withdrawn at 2:05pm: Sustained a deep cut on the near hind hip en route to the Club – Vet exam

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
5	KIWI KID	Sustained a deep cut on the near hind hip en route to the Club	Vet exam	Withdrawn at 2:05pm
5	MY BIG BOSS	Respiratory distress	1000M/vet (1 month embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 6 (R399) Class 5b – 1400M (C4 lc)

Due to regional rescheduling, this race was rescheduled to start at 3:20pm.

1	NIGHT LIGHT (HK Cheng)	Raced wide in the middle stages. Vet inspection: Bled – Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months)
2	SHAHBAA (E Ferreira)	Drifted out over the final 150M.
3	D’GREAT WIN (App S Shazmin)	Rider dropped his off side rein and was crowded near the 125M.
5	BINTANG TIMOR (J Low)	Vet inspection: Bled – Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months)

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
6	STAR CHOICE	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 7 (R400) Class 5a – 1400M (C4 lc)

This race was run in heavy rain.

1	SAHM (App R Nuqman)	Bumped on jumping. Vet inspection: Lame off fore – 1000M/Vet (3 weeks embargo)
2	TRAVIS (App T Ammar)	Laid inwards over the final 75M, crowding runner. Vet inspection: No significant finding.
3	COUNTER ATTACK (App A Suriya)	Steadied when tightened near the 50M.
7	WAIMEA (App I Fikri)	Veered outwards at the start, bumping runner then raced erratically, shifted in and outwards over the final 150M.

RACE 8 (R401) Class 4a – 1500M (C4 lc)

2	ATTENTION (L De Souza)	Hind-quarters bumped heavily near the 650M, becoming unbalanced.
3	RAGNAR (Y Aify)	Had to be taken outwards to avoid the heels of runner near the 650M, thereby striking the hind-quarters on the outside and steadied.
4	BIG FRANCK (App M Lukman)	Rolled off near the 650M, crowding runner.
7	HAPPY MAGIC (J Low)	Slow into stride.

Jockey CK Khaw who rode his 151^st winner on DAN IMPACT in this race, would not be entitled to claim any allowance as from Monday, 10 April 2023.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
8	SHOQEET	Capacity field	–	EA
8	TILSWORTH SYDNEY	Capacity field	–	EA
8	ELITE QUARTETO	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 9 (R402) Class 5a – 1250M (C4 lc)

1	ACE’S WILD (M Ewe)	Struck the inside gate on jumping and was crowded, losing its position.
3	GOLDEN CUP (J Low)	Jumped awkwardly, then raced wide.
4	ICHIKA BACHIKA (S Salee)	Crowded and had to be restrained near the 1100M and then raced fiercely. *(See Report).
6	EL MACHO (V Espindola)	Shifted in crowding several runners. *(See Report).
8	AUSSIE EAGLE (App S Shazmin)	Tightened near the 1100M and then raced fiercely.
9	CRAYON SHIN-TAT (Y Aify)	Steadied when crossed near the 1100M. Eased outwards to avoid runner at the 400M. Rider dropped whip when struck by clod of dirt.

On inquiry, Jockey V Espindola, the rider of EL MACHO, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he shifted in, thereby crossing CRAYON SHIN-TAT which shifted in, crowding ICHIKA BACHIKA which in turn tightened AUSSIE EAGLE with both horses being restrained.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey V Espindola’s guilty plea and good riding record. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days with effect from 10 April 2023 and to expire on 16 April 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
9	PERSEUS PEGASUS	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 10 (R403) Class 5b – 1250M (C4 lc)

SMART MASTER

(App M Ekdihar)

Veered outwards at the start, crowding runner. Rider reprimanded for failing to straighten more readily.

WINNING SMILE

(HS Gill)

Bumped shortly after the start.

HAPPY LUCKY STAR

(M Ewe)

Slow into stride, raced wide in the early stages and eased down in the straight when its saddle slipped backwards.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
10	ELEGENT	Respiratory infection	Vet exam		Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
10	ISLE OF SKY			+17
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

Change of Rider(s)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	BAMSI BEY	S Hafis	MM Firdaus	Stewards’ order

NON ACCEPTORS
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
2	REALITY	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam	–
3	PROPLAYER	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	–
5	ZANJABEEL	Tied-up	Vet exam	–
6	ROYAL FLUSH	Post caslick surgery	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)	–
7	KYO	Bruised near fore suspensory ligament	Vet exam	–
7	TRINITY REVIVAL	Bruised near fore foot (nail bind)	Vet exam	–
8	LIMITLESS VENTURE	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam	–
9	INVISIBLE	Bruised near fore foot	Vet exam	–
10	PRAWN FRIED EGG	Fever	Vet exam	–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

SLTC, SUNDAY, 9 APRIL 2023

POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test

Remark

OVERLORD

Cast near fore plate & Respiratory Distress

1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

–

PERFECT RUN

Cast near fore plate

–

WINNER NUMBER ONE

Respiratory distress

1000M/vet

(1 month embargo)

–

LITTLE PLEASURE

Cut on the off hind

Vet exam

–

HAPPY THIRTYNINE

Cast off hind plate & laceration on the bulb of the heel

Vet exam

–

NIGHT LIGHT & BINTANG TIMOR

Bled

Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months)

–

SAHM

Lame off fore

1000M/vet

(3 weeks embargo)

–

TRAVIS

No significant finding

–

AUSSIE EAGLE

Cast off fore plate

–

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

Fines

Race

Name of Licensee

Horse Name

Date of Fine Imposed

Fine Amount

MRA Rule/Regulation

App S Sia

IRONCLAD

9/4/23

RM1000/-

Rule 152(5)(a)

Suspension(s)

Jockey S Salee (STARDICE) – 2 months under MRA Rule 44(10)

App A Nazir (FANTASTIC ECLIPSE) – 3 Malaysian race days under MRA Rule 44(6)

Jockey S Salee (JIMMY ZAC) – 2 months under MRA Rule 44(10)

App A Suriya (HAPPY THIRTYNINE) – 2 months under MRA Rule 44(10)

Jockey V Espindola (EL MACHO) – 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

Selangor Meeting – 2 April 2023

STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 2 APRIL 2023

STATE OF TRACK: Yielding

Course C4 (Rail @ 4M & Cutaway)

Panel of Stewards:

2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee

Mr Fin Powrie (Chief Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Thanaraja Kasinathan (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)

Veterinary Surgeons:

Dr Shri Kanth (Chief Veterinary Surgeon) & Dr Melissa Yeap.

RACE 1 (R364) CLASS 5a – 1500M (C4 lc)

1	ELITE SAINT (M Ewe)	Raced fiercely in the early stages. Rider stated that it had been his intention to ride in a handy position, however, given the gelding’s initial racing manners, he let it stride, thereby leading.
4	ENFORCE (V Espindola)	Rider (third) dropped his whip near the 100M. Fined RM500/-.
6	SUPER ATAS (App M Lukman)	Slow into stride.
9	COSMIC SANDS (S Salee)	Raced wide in the middle stages.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
1	TRAVIS	Capacity field	–		EA
1	CHIEF CLERK	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
1	SUPER ATAS			-24
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 2 (R365) CLASS 4a – 1400M (C4 lc)

1	GOLDEN LIGHTNING (App M Lukman)	Had to be steadied to avoid the heels when crossed near the 200M.
4	HAIRY FIST (HS Gill)	Brushed from the inside near the 225M.
5	INTREPID (L De Souza)	Veered outwards on jumping, cannoning into runner. Was impeded for a clear run approaching the 250M and bumped runner on its outside when attempting a marginal passage.
6	CLARTON TREASURE (KC Tham)	Rider dropped his off side rein near the 75M. Fined RM500/- for excessive use of the whip.
7	TRAFALGAR (MM Firdaus)	Raced fiercely in the early stages, thereby led and was inclined to lay inwards from the 1000M.
8	SHANGANI (R Rueven)	Bumped heavily at the start and shifted ground, bumping runner. Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)
9	UPTOWN GIRL (App I Fikri)	Laid inwards passing the 250M, causing runner to steady.
10	OBSIDIAN (App A Suriya)	Bumped heavily at the start and thus ridden rearward and was then obliged to race wide in the middle stages.

RACE 3 (R366) CLASS 4a – 1250M (C4 lc)

1	EMPHATIC (App WW Cheah)	Shifted in passing the 900M, crowding runners. *(See Report).
2	LIMITLESS VENTURE (R Rueven)	Bumped outwards at the start.Raced fiercely in the early stages and was crowded slightly on straightening.
3	CHOCANTE (M Ewe)	Veered outwards at the start, bumping runner. Carried inwards and bumped runner near the 900M.
4	LIMITLESS STOUT (J Low)	Raced wide at the turn into the straight.
5	MELTING POINT (App A Nazir)	Crowded and bumped runner near the 900M.
6	RS DIAGO (MM Firdaus)	Tightened shortly after the start having to be restrained and subsequently had to be ridden wide. When making ground in the straight, had to check near the 200M to avoid the heels of runner.
7	TEMPTATIONS (App A Suriya)	Crowded at the start, losing ground. Inclined to race erratically
8	NO REGRETS (S Salee)	Checked severely near the 900M. *(See Report).
9	TURF PRINCESS (App H Haikal)	Bumped on jumping.

On inquiry, App WW Cheah, the rider of EMPHATIC, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, R Lines, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that approaching the 900M, he shifted in, crowding MELTING POINT which in turn tightened CHOCANTE which buffeted with NO REGRETS causing that horse to be restrained and lose considerable ground.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App WW Cheah’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days, to be deferred, with effect from 10 April 2023 and to expire on 16 April 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

Jockey MM Firdaus later reported that whilst being loaded, he hit his right knee on the right gate.

RACE 4 (R367) CLASS 4a – 1100M (C4 sc)

1	NOVA FALCON (App H Haikal)	Slow into stride.
3	LIM’S SPIN (KC Tham)	Slow to begin. 1 Starting Stall. Raced wide in the middle stages. Vet inspection of the gelding, which finished last: Respiratory distress – 1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)
7	LIM’S SPHERE (App I Fikri)	Saddle slipped backwards slightly near the 900M.
8	TOP GUN (S Salee)	Reared when the start was effected.
9	SUPER HERO (App WW Cheah)	Cast near fore plate and was reshod before the start.

Jockey S Salee was examined by the Club Doctor who subsequently stood him down from his riding engagement for his remainder ride.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
4	MYO	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
4	LIM’S SPIN			-15
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 5 (R368) CLASS 3 – 1100M (C4 sc)

SMART RACER

(App A Suriya)

Slow into stride.

VETRI

(HK Cheng)

Slow into stride.

MAGNITUDE

(MM Firdaus)

Bumped on jumping, thereby ridden rearward and was obliged to race wide in the middle stages. Rider questioned regarding this and advised that although it was accepted that he was positioned so as to race wide, that he ought to race in closer proximity with other runners.

Jockey MM Firdaus was examined by the Club Doctor who found him to have an abrasion to his right knee as a result of the incident in Race 3 and subsequently stood him down from his riding engagement for his remainder ride.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
5	GRAND CHOICE	Capacity field	–		EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
5	VETRI			-17
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 6 (R369) Metro A (SW) – 1100M (C4 sc)

MAT SMART

(App M Lukman)

Steadied near the 300M when crowded.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
6	CHINESE TEA	Nail prick on both fore feet	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 7 (R370) Class 5a – 1200M (C4 sc)

3	LION KING (KC Tham)	Laid inwards in the early part of the straight. Veered outwards over the concluding 100M when struck with the whip.
4	ARROGATE ACHIEVER (CK Khaw)	Slow to begin and was crowded inwards from the outside near the 1050M.
5	AMAZING ECLIPSE (App S Shazmin)	Shifted in at the 1050M. *(See Report). The mare was inclined to race erratically thereafter, bounding and taking awkward strides on several occasions. In light of this, the mare will be required to pass a 1000M/vet test before being declared to race again.
6	D’GREAT STRIKE (M Ewe)	Inclined to lay inwards from the 300M.
8	ELUSIVE EMPEROR	Withdrawn at 4:10pm: Connections would not accept any senior rider available.

On inquiry, it was established that AMAZING ECLIPSE had shifted in quickly when struck with the whip, thereby crowding ARROGATE ACHIEVER near the 1050M. The Stewards reprimanded App S Shazmin for failing to straighten more readily.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
7	ELUSIVE EMPEROR	Connections would not accept any senior rider available.	–	Withdrawn at 4:10pm
7	EL MACHO	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 8 (R371) Class 5b – 1200M (C4 sc)

App M Lukman (OCEAN ELEVEN), in the presence of his Employing Trainer, WC Lim, was advised that it is expected for him to utilize part of his claim.

1	SHA NA NA (R Rueven)	Vet inspection: No significant finding.
2	JET TWENTY (M Ewe)	Dwelt when the start was effected. In light of its history, the gelding will be required to pass 1 Starting Stall test before being declared to race again.
3	MR GUN GUN (App S Sia)	Rider lost his near side rein near the 400M.
5	TRINITY FLYING (App M Ekdihar)	Shifted inwards, crowding runner at the 800M. Rider warned to exercise caution. Had to be steadied when crossed near the 175M.
7	NORTHERN KNIGHT (App A Suriya)	Steadied on the inside when crowded near the 800M. Drifted in tightening runner near the 175M. Rider reprimanded for allowing his mount to shift ground.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
8	DETERMINE TO WIN	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam (2 weeks embargo)		Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse			Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
8	OCEAN ELEVEN			-15
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

Change of Rider(s)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
7	D’GREAT STRIKE	MM Firdaus	M Ewe	Medical

NON ACCEPTORS
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	IRONCLAD	Bruised off fore suspensory ligament	Vet exam	–
3	TAU KEH SOH	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet exam	–
4	CRAZY DREAMS	Bruised near fore tendon	Vet exam	–
6	KONG FU PANDA	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

SLTC, SUNDAY, 2 APRIL 2023
POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED
Race	Horse				Reason/Finding		Test			Remark
2	INTREPID				Cast near fore plate		–			–
2	CLARTON TREASURE				Cut off hind		Vet exam			–
2	SHANGANI				Respiratory distress		1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)			–
3	MELTING POINT				Cast near hind plate		–			–
4	LIM’S SPIN				Slow to begin / Respiratory distress		1000M/Vet from the Starting Stall (1 month embargo)			–
7	AMAZING ECLIPSE				Racing manners		1000M/vet			–
8	SHA NA NA				No significant finding		–			–
8	JET TWENTY				Dwelt when the start was effected		1 Starting Stall			–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
Fines		Race	Name of Licensee			Horse Name		Date of Fine Imposed	Fine Amount		MRA Rule/Regulation
		1	Jockey V Espindola			ENFORCE		2/4/23	RM500/-		Rule 152(5)(a)
		2	Jockey KC Tham			CLARTON TREASURE		2/4/23	RM500/-		Rule 41(6)(b)
Suspension(s)				R3		App WW Cheah (EMPHATIC) – 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)
Follow Up				Nil

Selangor Meeting – 1 April 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

SATURDAY, 1 APRIL 2023

STATE OF TRACK: Good

Course C4 (Rail @ 4M & Cutaway)

Panel of Stewards:

2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee

Mr Fin Powrie (Chief Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Thanaraja Kasinathan (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)

Veterinary Surgeons:

Dr Shri Kanth (Chief Veterinary Surgeon) & Dr Melissa Yeap.

RACE 1 (R357) CLASS 5b – 1500M (C4 lc)

1	ELENA OF AVALOR (R Rueven)	Impeded for clear galloping room near the 575M.
2	FARDUS (HS Gill)	Laid in and bumped with runner on several occasions over the final 75M.
3	D’GREAT MAGIC (MM Firdaus)	Veered in when coming off the cutaway near the 550M, inconveniencing runner.
4	JJ STAR (App S Shazmin)	Slow into stride and raced wide in the middle stages. Rider advised to ensure that his whip is used in an effective manner.
5	UNSHADOWED GENERAL (App Clyde Leck)	Stopped quickly in the straight. Vet inspection: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)
9	KYO (L De Souza)	Had to be steadied to avoid runner when coming off the cutaway. Bumped on several occasions when shifting ground over the final 75M.
10	STAR CHOICE (CK Khaw)	Slow into stride.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
1	TRINITY REVIVAL	Capacity field	–	EA
1	CLOUD SHADOW	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 2 (R358) CLASS 5b – 1700M (C4 lc)

4	D’GREAT SWIFT (M Ewe)	Threw its head at the start.
6	THE ICEMAN (App A Suriya)	Commenced to over-race in the early stages and thereby led.
7	GOLDEN CRAFTSMAN (HS Gill)	Faded in the straight.
8	MOMENT OF JUSTICE (App S Shazmin)	Slow into stride and passing the 200M, was held tight. The Stewards opened an inquiry into the apprentice’s ride on the gelding. Vet Inspection: No significant finding. *(See Report)

Trainer EP Tan and App S Shazmin were questioned regarding the riding of MOMENT OF JUSTICE. Trainer EP Tan said that he had instructed the horse to be ridden from mid-to-back position as it was its normal racing pattern. App S Shazmin confirmed those instructions but advised the gelding had shown no response on his riding and niggling, and he had attempted to improve his riding mid-race. Further, he was impeded and unable to secure clear passage in the straight which compounded when a gap had closed at the 200M. He further stated that this was his normal level of vigour albeit that it had been curtailed due to being impeded in the straight. The Stewards advised App S Shazmin that they were dissatisfied with his level of vigour, however, giving the elements of the race, they did not believe they could substantiate a charge in terms of the Rules.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
2	KING OF GLORY	Capacity field	–	EA
2	HAPPY GHOST	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 3 (R359) CLASS 4b – 1250M (C4 lc)

4	UNDER OATH (KC Tham)	Shifted in from the 250M, tightening runner. *(See Report).
6	TIGRESS (L De Souza)	Steadied when crossed near the 250M.
8	MYSTERIOUS CAPTAIN (HS Gill)	When racing fiercely near the 1000M, tended to lay out and had to be restrained from heels.
10	JOCKEY KING (J Low)	Slow into stride. Drifted in near the 250M.

On inquiry, Jockey KC Tham, the rider of UNDER OATH, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that whilst riding UNDER OATH, he allowed his horse to continue to shift in causing MYSTERIOUS CAPTAIN to be checked from his heels.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey KC Tham’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of three (3) Malaysian race days with effect from 3 April 2023 and to expire on 15 April 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	CONSTANT JUSTICE	Bruised near fore suspensory ligament	Vet exam (1 week embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 4 (R360) Supreme C (SW) – 1400M (C4 lc)

1	VULCAN (App Clyde Leck)	Crowded when tightened near the 300M.
3	GOOD FIGHT (App T Ammar)	Drifted in, crowding runner at the 300M. Rider warned that he must afford sufficient galloping room to other runners.
5	NEVERTHELESS (App I Fikri)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
6	FAMOUS NAME (App S Sia)	Brushed the running rail heavily near the 1000M.
8	MIEJ (App M Lukman)	Dwelt when the start was effect, thereby losing considerable ground. 1 Starting Stall test.

Due to heavy storm, Race 5 to start at 4:45pm. During the interim, the storm continued and at 4:12pm, the Racing Stewards declared the meeting be abandoned due to the continued inclement weather and associated safety.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC

RACE 8 (R336) Class 5a – 1100M (E sc), SATURDAY, 25 MARCH 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB MARCH MEETING 2023

Jockey MM Firdaus (FLYING BABY) was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for the manner in which he weighed out; by failing to include all of his equipment.

POST RACE URINE (EQUINE):

18 & 19 MARCH 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MARCH MEETING 2023

The report dated 30 March 2023 (V23/040) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 64 coded urine and 64 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 19 March 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

POST RACE URINE (JOCKEY):

18 & 19 MARCH 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MARCH MEETING 2023

The report dated 30 March 2023 (V23/041) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 4 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 19 March 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

POST RACE URINE (EQUINE):

25 MARCH 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MARCH MEETING 2023

The report dated 30 March 2023 (V23/043) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 26 coded urine and 28 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 25 March 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

POST RACE URINE (JOCKEY):

25 MARCH 2023

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MARCH MEETING 2023

The report dated 30 March 2023 (V23/044) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 25 March 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – PRTC

WEDNESDAY, 29 MARCH 2023, PERAK TURF CLUB

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

LAST CHANCE (K433) Tr. K Coetzee – Tie Back – 1000M/Vet
MY AIM (H161) Tr. Evert B’elen – Right Eye enoculation (removed) – will be subjected to pass such Barrier Tests and trials satisfactorily by the Stipendiary Steward (MRA Rule 79) One-Eyed horses
BLACK AND WHITE (N88) Tr. S Shanmugam – Subepiglottic cyst resection – 1000m/Vet
TIPPING POINT (X57) Tr. L Moy – Tie Back – 1000m/Vet

NON ACCEPTORS
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
1	OFFICIAL	Coughing	Vet exam	–
3	MERCURIAL TURN	Bruised near fore knee	Vet exam	–
4	TIME TO HARVEST	Bruised off fore suspensory	Vet exam	–
4	TILSWORTH SYDNEY	Bruised near fore foot	Vet exam	–
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

SLTC, SATURDAY, 1 APRIL 2023

POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test

Remark

UNSHADOWED GENERAL

Lame off fore

1000M/Vet

(3 weeks embargo)

–

MOMENT OF JUSTICE

No significant finding

–

MYSTERIOUS CAPTAIN

Cut off fore

Vet exam

–

STRAP MARKS

Bruised off fore suspensory

Vet exam

(1 week embargo)

Course scratching

PERFECT BRANDZ

Bruised off hind

Vet exam

Course scratching

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

Fines

Race

Name of Licensee

Horse Name

Date of Fine Imposed

Fine Amount

MRA Rule/Regulation

(25/3)

Jockey MM Firdaus

FLYING BABY

1/4/23

RM250/-

Rule 152(5)(a)

Suspension(s)

Jockey KC Tham (UNDER OATH) – 3 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

Follow Up

Nil