STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT
SELANGOR TURF CLUB SEPTEMBER MEETING 2020
SATURDAY, 5 SEPTEMBER 2020
STATE OF TRACK: Yielding
Course A (True Position)
Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:
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 & Dr Edwards Samuel.
RACE 1 (R648) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M (LONG COURSE)
STREET CHAMP (App A Suriya) was slow to begin.
Near the 900M, MEWTWO (HS Gill) and KHUDAWAND (J Low) bumped.
MY GOODNESS (App N Varmah) was ridden wide throughout. When questioned, App N Varmah stated that he had been unable to control MY GOODNESS and as such had taken the gelding outwards. In light of this, the Stewards instructed Trainer C Leck to engage a stronger rider for MY GOODNESS in future.
TRINITY ROYAL (AK Lim) laid inwards in the straight, bumping TAIL SPIN (App L De Souza) near the 175M.
The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that TAIL SPIN (App L De Souza) returned having cast its off fore plate.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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1 |
CALM AND TRANQUIL |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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RACE 2 (R649) CLASS 5 (A) – 1600M (LONG COURSE)
SNAGGLE PUSS was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at 12:44pm under the provisions of MRA Rule 134(2) when the horse was not presented to the pre-race sample collection area within the prescribed time. An inquiry into this matter will be conducted at a later stage.
HAPPY GHOST (App A Zaimuddin), BLUE EYED BOY (J Shankar) and SILENT PRINCE (HS Gill) were slow into stride.
Shortly after the start, COMMODORE LINCOLN (S Ruzaini) shifted in, causing HAPPY GHOST to steady.
Near the 1300M, App L De Souza (MR CONNERY) dropped his whip. He was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a).
SUNNY (SU Lim) raced wide in the middle stages.
Near the 200M, O’REILLY’S DANCER (J De Souza) steadied preventatively when VERGLATICA (App A Suriya) shifted in.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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2 |
LIM’S BATTLE |
Respiratory infection |
Vet exam |
Course scratching |
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2 |
ARLO |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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2 |
SNAGGLE PUSS |
Not presented at pre-race blood collection area |
– |
Withdrawn at 12:44pm |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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RACE 3 (R650) CLASS 4 (A) – 1600M (LONG COURSE)
METAGROSS (KC Wong) dwelt at the start, losing considerable ground. Trainer R Lines was advised that METAGROSS will be required to pass 1 Starting Stall test before being declared to race again.
O’WHAT A FEELING (App S Uzair) was slow into stride.
In the early stages, FARDUS (Y Aify) raced fiercely.
VAIN TYCOON (S Ruzaini) was ridden wide from the 900M, taking the turn into the straight wide. When questioned regarding this, Jockey S Ruzaini advised that when attempting to take a position in the field, he heard a call on his inside and although wishing to take a closer position, he was unable to do so as the calling persisted. The Stewards advised Jockey S Ruzaini that in their opinion, he must ride more diligently and to be more persistent in positioning all his horses so as to leave no doubt as to his purpose.
The whip of Jockey SU Lim (PROPLAYER) got entangled in his horse’s mane at the 100M.
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HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE |
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Race |
Horse |
Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs) |
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3 |
VAIN TYCOON |
-16 |
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Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start. |
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RACE 4 (R651) CLASS 5 (B) – 1200M (SHORT COURSE)
WINTERFELL (HK Cheng) was extremely slow to begin. Trainer R Lines was advised that WINTERFELL will be required to pass 1 Starting Stall test before being declared to race again.
IMMORTALITY (C Goon) dwelt at the start. When questioned, Jockey C Goon said that after beginning very slowly, IMMORTALITY had refused to show any pace and trailed the field even after his urging. Trainer SY Lim was advised that IMMORTALITY will be required to pass 1 Starting Stall test before being declared to race again, to the satisfaction of the Stewards.
Near the 800M, ONCE A THIEF (App S Uzair) steadied when WINTERFELL rolled in.
A post-race veterinary examination of RED RACKHAM (S Salee) revealed that the gelding bled and will be barred from racing for a period of three (3) months under MRA Rule 92(3) and thereafter will be required to pass a bleeder’s test before being declared to race again.
Jockey HK Cheng (WINTERFELL) was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 41(6)(c)(i) for using his whip forward of the shoulder.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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4 |
GOLDEN DRAGON |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE |
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Race |
Horse |
Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs) |
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4 |
IMMORTALITY |
+24 |
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Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start. |
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RACE 5 (R652) CLASS 4 (B) – 1200M (SHORT COURSE)
ZA’EEM (J Shankar) dwelt at the start, losing considerable ground.
HAPPY BOX SIX (App CK Khaw) and GHOST AFFAIR (C Goon) raced wide in the middle stages.
App CK Khaw (HAPPY BOX SIX) got his whip entangled in the gelding’s mane in the straight.
When making ground in the straight, READY TO ROLL (KC Wong) steadied when running onto the heels of D’GREAT WIN (Z Zuriman) and was then impeded.
Near the 50M, HAPPY BOX SIX rolled out bumping ZA’EEM.
The Stewards questioned Jockey J Shankar regarding his riding of ZA’EEM. He stated that ZA’EEM had dwelt at the start and due to it having not raced since January, he had ridden the gelding quietly. He had been instructed by Trainer AB Abdullah to ride ZA’EEM from the rear of the field, however, he believed that the gelding had responded well in the straight running on.
The Stewards advised Jockey J Shankar that in their opinion, his riding lack vigour and any purpose and warned him that a repetition under similar circumstances would result in a penalty being imposed. Trainer AB Abdullah was advised that ZA’EEM will be required to pass 1 Starting Stall test before being declared to race again, to the satisfaction of the Stewards.
The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that SMART RACER (HS Gill) returned having cast its off fore plate.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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5 |
DUNE SAGA |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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5 |
D’GREAT DUCHESS |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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5 |
LUKE MAN |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE |
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Race |
Horse |
Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs) |
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5 |
ZA’EEM |
+17 |
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Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start. |
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RACE 6 (R653) OPEN MAIDEN (WFA) – 1100M (SHORT COURSE)
NOVA BATTLE (J De Souza) jumped awkwardly, losing ground.
RUN THE DAY (AK Lim) and D’GREAT LOVE (J Low) were slow to begin.
On inquiry, App K Pavinthran, the rider of GLAMOROUS, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, C Leck, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that running to the 800M, RUN THE DAY checked when racing on the inside of GLAMOROUS.
In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App K Pavinthran’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) SLTC race days with effect from 7 September 2020 and to expire on 19 September 2020, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (4:10pm).
A post-race veterinary examination of TRINITY FANTASIA (HS Gill) revealed no significant finding.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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6 |
MAYMUN |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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6 |
YES BOSSY |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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6 |
BIG CENTURY |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE |
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Race |
Horse |
Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs) |
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6 |
MYSTICAL MARS |
+57 |
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Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start. |
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RACE 7 (R654) CLASS 3 – 1100M (SHORT COURSE)
DAZZLING SPEED (App L De Souza) had to be replated when the gelding cast its near fore plate at the start, causing a delay.
ARROGATE ACHIEVER (SU Lim) and D’GREAT LIGHT (KC Wong) were slow into stride.
Passing the 850M, TRINITY PIONEER (AK Lim) brushed the running rail and veered outwards quickly.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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7 |
SAHABA |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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7 |
SHELLOMADA |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE |
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Race |
Horse |
Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs) |
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7 |
DAZZLING SPEED |
-17 |
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Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start. |
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RACE 8 (R655) COMBINED CLASS 2 & 3 – 1100M (SHORT COURSE)
GUILTY PLEASURES (SU Lim) and HAKUNA MATATA (HS Gill) raced wide in the middle stages.
At the 900M, SPLENDOR (App S Uzair) had to be restrained when racing onto the heels of DUTROW (R Shafiq).
On straightening, App CC Foo (DESIRE SKY) broke his whip and continued to use it thereafter. The Stewards directed App CC Foo to be referred to the Apprentice School for further training, and he is not allowed to use his whip until prior permission is given by the Stewards.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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8 |
CERDAN |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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8 |
TRINITY GRACE |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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8 |
METIER STAR |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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RACE 9 (R656) CLASS 3 – 1300M (SHORT COURSE)
TURF PRINCESS (J Low), after being placed in the stalls, commenced to kick. After inspection, the Club Veterinary Surgeon ascertained that the mare had sustained multiple superficial lacerations to its off hind leg. TURF PRINCESS will be required to pass 1 Starting Stall test and thereafter undergo a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.
SELANGOR STAR (HS Gill) and FUSION POWER (SU Lim) were slow to begin.
Running to the 850M, MOMENT OF JUSTICE (S Ruzaini) checked severely when SEMANTAN PRINCE (J De Souza) shifted in. On inquiry, the Stewards were satisfied that SEMANTAN PRINCE having its first start with Blinkers, had taken charge and shifted in despite the control of Jockey J De Souza. The Stewards advised Trainer S Dunderdale that he must ensure he engages a strong rider and consider whether SEMANTAN PRINCE was suited to race in Blinkers.
LISBOA STAR (App L De Souza) raced wide throughout.
After passing the winning post, LISBOA STAR shied, dislodging App L De Souza which in turn causing App M Lukman (CHINO DINERO) to be dislodged. App L De Souza and App M Lukman were subsequently examined by the Club Doctor who stood App L De Souza down and passed App M Lukman fit to fulfill his riding engagement for the remainder of the day.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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9 |
BLUE DANUBE |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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9 |
EBRAZ |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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9 |
MAGIC SEVENTY TWO |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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RACE 10 (R657) CLASS 4 (A) – 1200M (SHORT COURSE)
SENA SEVENTEEN (HS Gill) was slow into stride.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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10 |
FORSA ECLIPSE |
Lame near fore foot |
1000M/vet |
Course scratching |
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10 |
D’GREAT EFFORT |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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10 |
VOYAGER |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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RACE 11 (R658) CLASS 4 (A) – 1200M (SHORT COURSE)
TEH TARIK (C Goon) was slow to begin.
In the straight, GOLDEN SLAM (Y Aify) laid inwards, brushing the running rail near the 125M.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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11 |
MARTIN VJ |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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11 |
MISE EN GARDE |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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11 |
TRUST AND HONOUR |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE |
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Race |
Horse |
Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs) |
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11 |
CONFLIGHT |
+20 |
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Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start. |
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RACE 12 (R659) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M (SHORT COURSE)
ALAN was withdrawn by order of the Stewards as there was no suitable rider available.
ROCKET FIGHTER (S Salee) was slow to begin.
BROKE IN LONDON (AK Lim) drifted in considerably over the final 200M.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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12 |
D’GREAT ACE |
Lame near fore |
1000M/vet |
Course scratching |
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12 |
WHAT |
Bruised near fore & near hind legs |
Vet exam |
Course scratching |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC
INQUIRY INTO REPORTS RELATING TO PRE AND POST-RACE BLOOD SAMPLES CODED “215393” AND “29605” RESPECTIVELY, WHICH WERE TAKEN FROM THE HORSE “LIM’S SWIFT” WHICH WAS WITHDRAWN FROM RACE 10 (R491) ON SUNDAY, 2 AUGUST 2020 AT THE SELANGOR TURF CLUB AUGUST SPECIAL MEETING 2020, AND THE SAMPLE WAS FOUND TO CONTAIN “CAFFEINE”.
The Stewards, on 3 September 2020 at the Selangor Turf Club, inquired into the analyst’s reports that pre-race and post-race samples taken from LIM’S SWIFT (H148) when presented to race in the above race contained “caffeine”.
Evidence was taken from the trainer of LIM’S SWIFT, Trainer BT Lim, SLTC Chief Veterinary Surgeon, Dr Shri Kanth and Usains Biomics Chief Analyst, Dr Chan Sue Hay. Analytical reports were also considered related to random feedstuff aliquots taken from Trainer BT Lim’s stables which were found to contain caffeine and its metabolite theobromine.
Trainer BT Lim pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA 134(6) with having accepted LIM’S SWIFT to race in Race 10 on Sunday, 2 August 2020 at the Selangor Turf Club August Special Meeting 2020, the pre and impound samples having had detected in them “caffeine”.
In assessing a penalty, the Stewards took into consideration that they were satisfied the detection was a result of contamination and that LIM’S SWIFT had been withdrawn before racing. Taking into consideration Trainer BT Lim’s plea of guilty and prior record, the Stewards imposed a fine of RM4000/-. Trainer BT Lim was advised of his Right of Appeal (3:20pm).
RACE 7 (R488) SUPREME A – 1200M (SHORT COURSE), SUNDAY, 2 AUGUST 2020, SELANGOR TURF CLUB AUGUST SPECIAL MEETING 2020
Jockey R Rueven (AFFLECK) who lodged an appeal against his suspension of 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii), applied to withdraw his appeal on 25 August 2020. After consideration, the Racing Stewards acceded to his application, and that his deposit be forfeited. His suspension commenced on 31 August 2020 and to expire on 6 September 2020, both dates inclusive.
SATURDAY, 18 JULY 2020, SLTC TRACKWORK
The Stewards, on 14 August 2020, concluded an inquiry into the reason for newly registered Track Rider Fandi Bin Ahmad riding LISTEN (J412) on the main grass during trackwork on the above date.
After taking evidence from Trainer MW Teh and Track Rider Fandi Bin Ahmad, the Stewards were satisfied that a mistake had been made by Track Rider Fandi when entering the main grass on LISTEN, whilst only walking.
Trainer MW Teh was advised that he should, at all times, supervise and give proper directions to all his staff.
TUESDAY, 18 AUGUST 2020, SLTC TRACKWORK
App S Zulfikri was fined RM250/- under MRA Rule 41(4)(b) for presenting to ride trackwork without wearing an approved body protector.
Trainer S Siva, App S Zulfikri’s Employing Trainer, was reminded that he must ensure all his riders conform to safety Rules & Regulations.
GENERAL REPORT(S) – PNTC / PRTC
POST RACE URINE:
22 AUGUST 2020
PERAK TURF CLUB AUGUST MEETING 2020
The report dated 3 September 2020 (V20/050) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated 30 bottles of coded urine samples and 30 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 22 August 2020, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.
JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:
22 AUGUST 2020
PERAK TURF CLUB AUGUST MEETING 2020
The report dated 3 September 2020 (V20/051) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 bottles of coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 22 August 2020, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.
POST RACE URINE:
23 AUGUST 2020
PENANG TURF CLUB AUGUST MEETING 2020
The report dated 3 September 2020 (V20/052) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated 24 bottles of coded urine samples and 30 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 24 August 2020, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.
JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:
23 AUGUST 2020
PENANG TURF CLUB AUGUST MEETING 2020
The report dated 3 September 2020 (V20/053) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 bottles of coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 24 August 2020, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.
Change of Rider(s)
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Race |
Horse |
Rider |
Replaced By |
Reason |
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10 |
TIME TO HARVEST |
Unfixed |
App A Zaimuddin |
EA |
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12 |
ALAN |
Unfixed |
– |
No suitable rider available |
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NON ACCEPTORS |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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3 |
BACK TO THE TOWERS |
Bruised near fore foot |
Vet exam |
– |
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3 |
NEVERTHELESS |
Bruised off fore fetlock |
Vet exam |
– |
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10 |
XENA |
Stone bruise near hind foot |
Vet exam |
– |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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SLTC, SATURDAY, 5 SEPTEMBER 2020 |
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POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON – TESTS IMPOSED |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason/Finding |
Test |
Remark |
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1 |
TAIL SPIN |
Cast off fore plate |
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– |
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3 |
METAGROSS |
Dwelt at the start, losing considerable ground |
1 Starting Stall |
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4 |
WINTERFELL |
Extremely slow to begin |
1 Starting Stall |
– |
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4 |
IMMORTALITY |
Dwelt at the start |
1 Starting Stall |
– |
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4 |
RED RACKHAM |
Bled |
Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months) |
– |
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5 |
ZA’EEM |
Dwelt at the start |
1 Starting Stall |
– |
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5 |
SMART RACER |
Cast off fore plate |
– |
– |
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9 |
TURF PRINCESS |
Kicked in the stalls / Multiple lacerations to its off hind leg |
1 Starting Stall & Vet exam |
– |
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Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again. |
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Fines |
Race |
Name of Licensee |
Horse Name |
Date of Fine Imposed |
Fine Amount |
MRA Rule/Regulation |
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2 |
App L De Souza |
MR CONNERY |
5/9/20 |
RM250/- |
Rule 152(5)(a) |
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4 |
Jockey HK Cheng |
WINTERFELL |
5/9/20 |
RM250/- |
Rule 41(6)(c)(i) |
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10 (2/8/20) |
Trainer BT Lim |
LIM’S SWIFT |
3/9/20 |
RM4000/- |
Rule 134(6) |
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– |
App S Zulfikri |
– |
18/8/20 |
RM250/- |
Rule 41(4)(b) |
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Suspension(s) |
R6 |
App K Pavinthran (GLAMOROUS) – 2 SLTC race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) |
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Follow Up |
R2 |
Trainer W Lim (SNAGGLE PUSS) |
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