KELAB LUMBA KUDA PULAU PINANG
PENANG TURF CLUB
STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT
PENANG FEBRUARY MEETING 2018 – 1ST DAY, SATURDAY,
3RD FEBRUARY 2018
STATE OF TRACK: GOOD
Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:
Mr Philip Anderson (Acting Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman), Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward), Mr Devaraj Arujunen and Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Stewards)
Change of Rider(s):
Race |
Horse |
Rider |
Replaced By |
Reason |
1 |
SAND LANE |
– |
App AM Aizat |
Unfixed |
2 |
ZENIDEKKA |
– |
App S Saddam |
Unfixed |
6 |
WINGED FOOT |
S Anandan |
App CK Khaw |
Medical |
7 |
HENNESSY DRAGON |
S Anandan |
R Rueven |
Medical |
9 |
V RESPECT U |
S Anandan |
R Rueven |
Medical |
RACE 1 (R144) CLASS 5 – 1100M
HUSSAR, a course scratching as it was sore near fore foot, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.
LOYALTY’S ANGEL, a course scratching as it had sustained a bruised near fore sole, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.
Emergency acceptor, BEAUTY ADMIRE was withdrawn due to a capacity field.
HOME RUN HERO (HS Gill) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and passed fit to race.
DYNAMIC TRIO (App W Faizal) stumbled on jumping away and as a consequence, App W Faizal was unbalanced for a short distance and shortly afterwards, DYNAMIC TRIO bumped heavily SUPER RED (J Mallyon), resulting in App W Faizal becoming unbalanced further.
EAGLE SOAR (App L De Souza) had to be steadied at about the 100M to avoid the heels of SAND LANE (App AM Aizat) and shifted inwards to obtain a clear run.
The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that EXPLOSIVE FORCE (App KC Tham) returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.
Post-race veterinary examinations of DYNAMIC TRIO and DUBLEO BEAUTY (Z Khairil) revealed no obvious abnormality. DYNAMIC TRIO was Impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.
Trainer B Ng was advised that a warning had been placed on WARN YOU MAN (App M Hanif) to improve its barrier manners or action will be taken in future.
The Stewards questioned Trainer HS Lim with regard to the improved performance of SAND LANE. He explained that he considered the horse was better suited by the distance of 1100M and it was racing on “Good” going. His explanation was noted.
Placing |
Horse |
Rider |
Time |
Distance [length(s)] |
1st |
SAND LANE |
App AM Aizat |
1:04.8 |
– |
2nd |
UNCLE GLORY |
App S Saddam |
– |
½ |
3rd |
ANAK PENANG |
Lou Ho |
– |
Short head |
4th |
EAGLE SOAR |
App L De Souza |
– |
1 |
RACE 2 (R145) CLASS 5 – 1100M
HEAVENLY GIFT, a course scratching as it had a sore back, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.
Emergency acceptor, KNIGHT HARLOOK was withdrawn due to a capacity field.
ZENIDEKKA which was up 39kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.
D’GREAT EMPRESS (HK Cheng) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and pass fit to race.
WAR LORD (R Woodworth) jumped away awkwardly at the start.
D’GREAT SHINE (App KC Wong) and SCOTTIE (HS Gill) were slow into stride.
The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that HOW HUGE bled and will be barred from racing for a period of three (3) months under MRA Rule 92(3)(a)&(b) and thereafter will be required to pass a bleeder’s test before being declared to race again.
Post-race veterinary examinations of D’GREAT EMPRESS revealed no obvious abnormality.
The Stewards questioned Jockey R Woodworth, the rider of WAR LORD and Trainer Nor Azman, the trainer of WAR LORD regarding the gelding’s poor performance. Jockey R Woodworth stated that after an awkward jump, he was able to lead as instructed. However on entering the straight, WAR LORD failed to respond to his riding and commenced to weaken. Trainer Nor Azman could offer no tangle explanation apart from the fact that today’s going was “Good”. A post-race veterinary examination of WAR LORD revealed no obvious abnormality. WAR LORD was Impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.
Placing |
Horse |
Rider |
Time |
Distance length(s)] |
1st |
ANAK WARRIOR |
Lou Ho |
1:04.4 |
– |
2nd |
SUPER GOOD |
App CK Khaw |
|
Nose |
3rd |
HOW HUGE |
S Salee |
– |
1 |
4th |
BIRRALEE ROAD |
App W Faizal |
– |
Neck |
RACE 3 (R146) CLASS 5 – 1300M
GOLDEN EMPIRE and CASPER, both course scratchings as they had sustained a sore back and a bruised near fore fetlock respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.
BLACK DIAMOND which was down 19kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.
ORANGE (HK Cheng) was slow to begin.
PRINCE ISLANDER (Z Khairil) was very slow to begin.
Post-race veterinary examinations of BAZINGA (App S Rosmizan) and DETERMINE TO WIN (App M Hanif) revealed no obvious abnormality. DETERMINE TO WIN was Impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.
At the conclusion of an Inquiry, App M Hanif, the rider of DETERMINE TO WIN, in the presence of his Master, Trainer J Tan, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that from the 150M to the 100M, he commenced to shift inwards, tightening and eventually causing BLACK DIAMOND (App KC Tham) to check and lose ground. App M Hanif was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days with effect from Sunday, 4th February 2018 and to expire on Sunday, 11th February 2018, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (3.45pm). His application for deferment of this suspension under MRA Rule 48(5) was denied.
Placing |
Horse |
Rider |
Time |
Distance [length(s)] |
1st |
SUVARNABHUMI |
App CK Khaw |
1:17.4 |
– |
2nd |
PRINCE ISLANDER |
Z Khairil |
– |
2 ½ |
2nd |
BLADEMEISTER |
TM Wan |
– |
Dead heat |
4th |
HANDSOME BOSS |
J Chuah |
– |
Neck |
RACE 4 (R147) CLASS 5 – 1300M
Emergency acceptors, SONIC-X and COLONEL LINCOLN were both withdrawn due to a capacity field.
This race was rescheduled to start at 3.30 pm.
TONGARIRO (App KC Wong) dislodged its rider en route to the start, was apprehended, checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to race.
KEEPITCONFIDENTIAL (App AM Aizat) jumped away awkwardly and threw its head up.
ENDURANCE (F Yap) raced ungenerously in the early stages and was difficult to settle.
The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that PRETTY ABLE (App KC Tham) returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.
App AM Aizat, the rider of KEEPITCONFIDENTIAL, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination revealed that the gelding returned cut into off fore frog. KEEPITCONFIDENTIAL will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.
App KC Wong, the rider of rider, of TONGARIRO, reported that he broke his whip during the running of the race.
Post-race veterinary examinations of BLIXEM (App S Rosmizan) and ENDURANCE revealed no obvious abnormality.
Placing |
Horse |
Rider |
Time |
Distance [Length(s)] |
1st |
TONGARIRO |
App KC Wong |
1:16.4 |
– |
2nd |
JUST NAME IT |
CK Tan |
– |
Head |
3rd |
MR WHYTE |
App M Hanif |
– |
¾ |
4th |
ANGELFIRE |
S Anandan |
– |
1 ½ |
RACE 5 (R148) CLASS 4 – 1600M
MAGICAL TALENT, a course scratching as it had fever, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.
JOYFUL which was down 18kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.
CARBON COPY (App J Daniel) was slow into stride.
ALASAMO dislodged its rider, Jockey S Anandan on pulling up. Jockey S Anandan was exempted from weighing in under MRA Rule 21(1) and was taken to hospital for further observation.
Post-race veterinary examinations of MOLLY BROWNE (HK Cheng), MYSTICAL STAR (R Woodworth) and ARIF (S Salee) revealed no obvious abnormality.
Placing |
Horse |
Rider |
Time |
Distance [length(s)] |
1st |
ALASAMO |
S Anandan |
1:35.8 |
– |
2nd |
JOYFUL |
App AK Lim |
– |
Head |
3rd |
AGUERO |
Z Khairil |
– |
Short head |
4th |
GIGANTE DEL ANDRE |
App S Saddam |
– |
1 ¼ |
RACE 6 (R149) CLASS 4 – 1200M
Emergency acceptors, SHOWJET and TARZAN BOY were both withdrawn due to a capacity field.
WINNING MAN and MISTER MIYAGI, which were down 17kgs and 24kgs in body weight respectively since their last runs, were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and were passed fit to start.
As there was no senior rider available, the Stewards permitted App CK Khaw to replace Jockey S Anandan, who was taken to hospital for further observation, as the rider of WINGED FOOT.
Trainer HS Lim was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours on WINNING MAN (HK Cheng).
EATONS GOLD (App S Rosmizan) and WINGED FOOT were both slow to begin.
CIZEN (S Ruzaini) raced wide from the 800M until entering the straight.
GHOST BANK (HS Gill) brushed the rail and lost ground at the 900M.
The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that WINNING MAN returned cut into near hind inner thigh.
Post-race veterinary examinations of LARCENY (S Salee), STIRLING (R Woodworth), HUN YEANG VILLAGE (M Zairi) and GHOST BANK revealed no obvious abnormality.
Placing |
Horse |
Rider |
Time |
Distance [length(s)] |
1st |
BRAHMS AND LISZT |
R Rueven |
1:09.6 |
– |
2nd |
MISTER MIYAGI |
Z Khairil |
– |
¾ |
3rd |
POLO BOY |
App AK Lim |
– |
Nose |
4th |
LUKE MAN |
App KC Wong |
– |
1 |
RACE 7 (R150) CLASS 4 – 1200M
GOLDEN DIAMOND, a course scratching as it had sustained cellulitis off fore cannon, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.
Emergency acceptors, D’GREAT TALENT and BIG GHOST were both withdrawn due to a capacity field.
CIZEN MAN which was up 17kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.
BEAUTIFUL BABY (Lou Ho) was slow to begin.
WINNING EXPRESS (Z Khairil) stood as the gates were released, threw it head up and lost ground.
EQUALLY OPTIMISTIC (S Ruzaini) had to be steadied racing to the 150M and shifted out across the heels of CIZEN MAN (App R Ruwaidy) for clear running.
ASPREY (J Mallyon) had to steady racing to the 500M to avoid the heels of BM POWER (HK Cheng).
The saddle on BEAUTIFUL BABY slipped backwards during the running.
Post-race veterinary examinations of BEAUTIFUL BABY, VERBAL LINK (App S Rosmizan), OUR TOUCHE (S Salee) and BM POWER revealed no obvious abnormality.
Placing |
Horse |
Rider |
Time |
Distance [length(s)] |
1st |
PLATOON |
App KC Wong |
1:09.9 |
– |
2nd |
CIZEN MAN |
App R Ruwaidy |
– |
1 ½ |
3rd |
BERCHAM |
App S Saddam |
– |
Neck |
4th |
EQUALLY OPTIMISTIC |
S Ruzaini |
– |
Head |
RACE 8 (R151) CLASS 5 – 1100M
Emergency acceptor, ZAC GALLANT was withdrawn due to a capacity field.
Trainer C Robert was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours on SUPER BONUS.
SUPER BONUS (App KC Wong) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and passed fit to race.
MR DREYFUSS (Z Khairil) stood when the gates were released and lost ground.
MAGICAL TEN (App J Daniel) rolled in racing to the 800M, resulting in D’GREAT DRAGON (App AM Aizat) being taken inwards and bumping DARK EXPRESS (Lou Ho).
The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that D’GREAT DRAGON returned cut into near fore cannon.
Post-race veterinary examinations of MR DREYFUSS, DAWN PROSPECT (F Yap) and MARCO POLO (App AK Lim) revealed no obvious abnormality.
Placing |
Horse |
Rider |
Time |
Distance [length(s)] |
1st |
DARK EXPRESS |
Lou Ho |
1:05.1 |
– |
2nd |
D’GREAT DRAGON |
App AM Aizat |
– |
2 |
3rd |
MARCO POLO |
App AK Lim |
– |
2 ¼ |
4th |
BANDA SEA |
R Woodworth |
– |
¾ |
RACE 9 (R152) CLASS 5 – 1300M
MR JAI a course scratching as it had sustained a stone bruise 90[ near fore foot, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.
MAGIC RANGER (HS Gill) jumped away awkwardly.
ALFRAAJ (App AM Aizat) dipped on jumping away and lost ground.
GET THE LOTSKI (App KC Wong) was slow into stride and showed no early pace.
Shortly after the start, GLORY AGE (App KC Tham) was tightened for room by SIR RALLY (Z Khairil) which shifted out and at the same time NEVERTHELESS (App S Saddam) shifted in, resulting in GLORY AGE losing its position.
BLOSSOMS SEQUEL (Lou Ho) raced wide from the 800M until entering the straight.
The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that V RESPECT U (R Rueven) returned lame off fore and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared tor race again.
Jockey Z Khairil, the rider of SIR RALLY and App AM Aizat, the rider of ALFRAAJ, reported that their respective mounts were not striding out freely. Post-race veterinary examinations revealed no obvious abnormality.
A post-race veterinary examination of GET THE LOTSKI revealed no obvious abnormality.
Placing |
Horse |
Rider |
Time |
Distance [length(s)] |
1st |
NEVERTHELESS |
App S Saddam |
1:18.2 |
– |
2nd |
EASTWOOD |
App M Hanif |
– |
½ |
3rd |
SILENT DREAMS |
R Woodworth |
– |
2 |
4th |
MULTI WEALTH |
App S Rosmizan |
– |
Neck |
GENERAL REPORT(S)
STABLE INSPECTION – PNTC, THURSDAY, 25TH JANUARY 2018
The Stewards concluded an Inquiry today (3rd February 2018) at the Penang Turf Club acting on complaints from PNTC Professional Steward, Mr. David Fisher and Stipendiary Steward, Mr. Devaraj Arujunen with respect to Trainer J Tan’s conduct on 25th January 2018 during a stable inspection. Evidence was taken from Mr. David Fisher, Mr. Devaraj Arujunen and Trainer J Tan.
Trainer J Tan was found guilty of a charge under MRA Rule 152(a) as read with MRA Rule 33(1) in that his conduct towards the PNTC Professional Steward, Mr. David Fisher and the Stipendiary Steward, Mr. Devaraj Arujunen on the above date was unbecoming of a MRA Licenced Trainer. Trainer J Tan was fined the sum of RM2,000/- (Malaysian Ringgit Two Thousand) and advised of his Right of Appeal (12.55 pm).
Trainer J Tan subsequently exercised his Right of Appeal. The appeal will be heard at a date to be fixed.
Trainer C Robert was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) as read with MRA Rule 33(2) for failing to ensure that his stable drainage is properly managed despite numerous reminders during stable inspections.
GENERAL REPORT – PRTC
PANEL OF STEWARDS’ INQUIRY INTO THE RIDING AND HANDLING OF “BABY POLO”, RIDDEN BY JOCKEY M GANEESH IN RACE 7 (R056) CLASS 4 – 1200m (sc) – PRINCE OF LALITA – 1959 HANDICAP – 3rd DAY, SUNDAY, 14th JANUARY 2018 – PERAK TURF CLUB JANUARY (DERBY) MEETING 2018.
On Monday, 29th January 2018, the Panel of Stewards at the Perak Turf Club concluded an Inquiry into the riding and handling of BABY POLO by Jockey M Ganeesh in the above race. Further evidence was taken from Trainer Bonny Ng, the trainer of BABY POLO, Jockey M Ganeesh and App KC Tham, the rider of FIELD FORCE.
After careful consideration and reviewing the video, the Panel of Stewards found Jockey M Ganeesh guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards.
The particulars of the charge are:
1) After a fair jump from barrier 1, he failed to ride with sufficient vigour and purpose to maintain his position;
2) From the 1100M, he unnecessarily restrained BABY POLO to the back of the field when he had an opportunity to race inside FIELD FORCE (App KC Tham). As a result of his actions, he failed to carry out the trainer’s instructions.
When deciding on a penalty, the Panel of Stewards took into account Jockey M Ganeesh’s riding records and mitigating factors.
Jockey M Ganeesh was suspended from riding in races for a period of six (6) months with immediate effect from Monday, 29th January 2018 and to expire on Saturday, 28th July 2018, both dates inclusive. In addition, he was fined the sum of RM40,000/- (Malaysian ringgit Forty Thousand only) and was advised of his Right of Appeal (1.55pm).
Jockey M Ganeesh subsequently lodged a Notice of Appeal and applied for a Stay of Sentence on 30th January 2018. His application for a stay was considered and granted at 2.00pm on Thursday, 1st February 2018. His appeal will be heard at a date to be fixed.
EYEOFTHETIGER (W371)
Following a submission from Trainer PK Leong, the Panel of Stewards established that EYEOFTHETIGER had been spelling at an authorized MRA Spelling Station (Ponderosa Spelling Station) and as such, the 2-month embargo is rescinded.
RACE 5 (R1579) Class 5 – 1700M – 2ND DAY, SATURDAY, 30th DECEMBER 2017 – PENANG DECEMBER YANG DI-PERTUA NEGERI GOLD CUP MEETING 2017
The Penang Turf Club Stipendiary Stewards concluded an Inquiry on Tuesday, 30th January 2018 into the riding of TOKO (App KC Wong) over the concluding stages of the above race.
Evidence was taken from App KC Wong, the rider of TOKO in the presence of his master, Trainer KL Chong and after reviewing all angles of the race over the concluding stages, the Stewards were satisfied with their explanations tendered. As such, no further action was taken.
RACE 8 (R057) CLASS 4 – 1200M (sc) – ON STAGE -1958 HANDICAP
3rd DAY, SUNDAY, 14/1/2018 – PERAK JANUARY (DERBY) MEETING 2018
The Panel of Stewards on Saturday, 3rd February 2018 concluded the Inquiry into the running and handling of HERE COMES THUNDER, ridden by Jockey HK Cheng in the above race.
Evidence were taken from Jockey HK Cheng, the rider of HERE COMES THUNDER and Trainer KF Wong, the trainer of HERE COMES THUNDER.
After considering all the evidence and reviewing the vision of the race, the Panel of Stewards were satisfied that at about the 200M, Jockey HK Cheng was struck by a clod of mud and as a result, he was unable to ride out to the finish in his normal manner. No further action was taken.
GENERAL REPORT – SLTC
TUESDAY, 30 JANUARY 2018, SELANGOR TURF CLUB OFFICIAL BARRIER TRIAL
BABY GRAND (R610) which bled after its trial on the above date, will be barred from racing for a period of six (6) months under MRA Rule 92(5)(a),(b)&(c) and thereafter will be required to pass a bleeder’s test before being declared to race again.
RACE 5 (R128) CLASS 5 – 1400M (SHORT COURSE A), SUNDAY, 28 JANUARY 2018, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2018
Jockey J De Souza (D’GREAT NIMBUS) 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 hearing against the penalty of the suspension of 3 Malaysian race days will be held at a date to be fixed.
PNTC – SATURDAY, 3RD FEBRUARY 2018 |
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NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED |
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Race |
Horse(s) |
Finding/Reason |
Test(s) |
Remark(s) |
1 |
DON’T FORGET THIS |
Cut in the tongue |
Vet examination |
|
2 |
MISS BLANCHETT |
Bruised off fore foot |
Vet examination |
|
2 |
CENTURY WORLD |
Bruised near fore cannon |
Vet examination |
|
5 |
BLOOD ROYAL |
Bruised near fore foot |
Vet examination |
|
6 |
FIERY SHINZO |
Sore back |
Vet examination |
|
6 |
ROBBEN |
Sore back |
Vet examination |
|
6 |
LIKE A JET |
Bruised off fore sole |
Vet examination |
|
7 |
SUN MIRACLE |
Respiratory infection |
Vet examination |
|
8 |
GOOD VIBRATIONS |
Bruised near fore fetlock |
Vet examination |
|
8 |
ASTRO MAN |
Bruised off fore tendon |
Vet examination |
|
9 |
TRAVERTINE |
Sore back |
Vet examination |
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PNTC, SATURDAY, 3RD FEBRUARY 2018 |
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SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO |
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Race |
Horse(s) |
Test(s) Imposed |
Remarks |
1 |
HUSSAR & LOYALTY’S ANGEL |
Vet examination each |
|
1 |
EXPLOSIVE FORCE |
1000M & vet examination |
|
2 |
HEAVENLY GIFT |
Vet examination |
|
2 |
HOW HUGE |
Bleeder’s Test (3 months) |
|
3 |
GOLDEN EMPIRE & CASPER |
Vet examination each |
|
4 |
KEEPITCONFIDENTIAL |
Vet examination |
|
4 |
PRETTY ABLE |
1000M & vet examination |
|
5 |
MAGICAL TALENT |
Vet examination |
|
6 |
Nil |
|
|
7 |
GOLDEN DIAMOND |
Vet examination |
|
8 |
Nil |
|
|
9 |
MR JAI |
Vet examination |
|
9 |
V RESPECT U |
1000M & vet examination |
|
SLTC 30/1/2018 |
BABY GRAND |
Bleeder’s Test (6 months) |
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SUMMARY |
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Fine (s) |
R6 |
Trainer HS Lim (WINNING MAN) – fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) |
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R8 |
Trainer C Robert (SUPER BONUS) – fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) |
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PNTC 25/1/2018 |
Trainer J Tan – fined RM2,000/- for misconduct under MRA Rule 152(a) as read with MRA Rule 33(1) |
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PNTC 25/1/2018 |
Trainer C Robert – fined RM250/- under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) as read with MRA Rule 33(2) |
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PRTC 14/1/2018 |
Jockey M Ganeesh (BABY POLO) – fined RM40,000/- under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards |
Suspension (s) |
R3 |
App M Hanif (DETERMINE TO WIN) – suspended 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) |
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PRTC 14/1/2018 |
Jockey M Ganeesh (BABY POLO) – suspended 6 months under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards |
Follow-up(s) |
Nil |
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