STEWARDS’ REPORT
SELANGOR TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2024
SUNDAY, 7 JANUARY 2024
STATE OF TRACK: Yielding
Course E (Rail @ 9M Entire Course)
Panel of Stewards:
2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee
Mr Deanthan Moodley (Chief Stipendiary Steward)
Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward)
Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran (Cadet Stipendiary Steward)
Mr Desmond Tan Wai Yuan (Cadet Stipendiary Steward)
RACE 1 (R0021) CLASS 5 B – 1600M (LC E)
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1 |
CHER (App A Azizi) |
Shifted in away from the whip. |
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2 |
HOSAYLIO (App M Lukman) |
Raced wide without cover throughout. |
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4 |
MIGHT IS RIGHT (AK Lim) |
Vet inspection: No significant finding. |
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5 |
MEWTWO (App I Fikri) |
Raced wide with cover from the 900M. |
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6 |
TIN’S MACHINE (SU Lim) |
Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/Vet (1 month embargo) |
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7 |
TWINKLE STAR (App H Haikal) |
Hung outwards from the 400M to the 200M and was difficult to assist. |
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8 |
OFFICIAL (S Ruzaini) |
Returned with a cut to its off hind pastern. |
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9 |
JJ STAR (App A Nazir) |
Hung inwards in the straight. |
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10 |
KALA GHODA (App M Ekdihar) |
Hung outwards from the 300M. |
Jockey SU Lim was fined RM250/- under MRA Rule 41(7) for weighing out with defective equipment.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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1 |
SUPER ATAS |
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 (R0022) CLASS 5 A – 1600M (LC E)
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2 |
MIEJ (App M Lukman) |
Struck the running rail at the 1400M. Switched out in order to obtain clear running in the straight. Hung inwards and shifted in away from the whip from the 400M. |
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3 |
TYPHOON (J De Souza) |
Eased at the 250M. |
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5 |
HAPPY MAGIC (S Ruzaini) |
Slow to begin. Hung inwards in the straight. |
RACE 3 (R0023) CLASS 4 A – 1500M (LC E)
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1 |
INTREPID (J Daniel) |
Slow to begin. |
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2 |
CLERGYMAN (S Hafis) |
Rolled out at the 1000M. Returned with a cut to its off fore pastern. |
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4 |
CONGAREE (App I Fikri) |
Was directed to the outside entering the straight. |
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5 |
MAGIC KID (App M Ekdihar) |
Returned having cast its near fore shoe. |
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7 |
TAUBOSS (A Suriya) |
Was momentarily inconvenienced. |
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8 |
PACIFIC THUNDER (R Shafiq) |
Withdrawn at 1:04pm – Trainer’s request. |
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10 |
FAMOUS NAME (AK Lim) |
Slow to begin. Hung inwards in the straight. |
Trainer F Maynard was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to declare the use of Blinkers on CLERGYMAN (K179) within the prescribed time for SLTC Race Meeting on Sunday, 7 January 2024.
Trainer KC Tiang was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to submit an application for Jockey S Ruzaini to ride overweight on PACIFIC WINDSOR in this race.
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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3 |
PACIFIC THUDNER |
Trainer’s request |
– |
Withdrawn at 1:04pm |
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3 |
CAVALLA COURT |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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3 |
ICHIKA BACHIKA |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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3 |
HARVEST |
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 4 (R0024) OPEN NOVICE – 1250M (LC E)
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2 |
ANKARA (AK Lim) |
Hung inwards in the straight. |
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5 |
TOP SHOW (App I Fikri) |
Rider lost his rein briefly at the 250M. |
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7 |
KNIGHT COMMAND (S Hafis) |
Slow to begin. Bumped at the start. |
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8 |
YINYANG (A Suriya) |
Bumped at the start. |
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9 |
GOLD DIGGER (S Ruzaini) |
Slow to begin. |
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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4 |
THOUSAND MILE EYE |
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 5 (R0025) CLASS 4 A – 1200M (SC E)
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2 |
SHANGHAI CAPTAIN (App M Ekdihar) |
Slow to begin. |
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5 |
STRETCHY FOUR (App H Haikal) |
Slow to begin. |
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7 |
LIM’S UNIQUE (App I Fikri) |
Slow to begin. |
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8 |
PACIFIC GLORY (R Shafiq) |
Slow to begin. |
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10 |
HAPPY THIRTYNINE (A Suriya) |
Stumbled at the 900M. |
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11 |
SHINE SHINE (App M Seelan) |
Fly-jumped at the start. |
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EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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5 |
AGUERO JR |
Bruised near fore fetlock |
Vet exam (1 week embargo) |
Course scratching |
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5 |
WINNER POWER |
Capacity field |
– |
EA |
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5 |
TAKREEM |
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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After hearing representations from a delegation of Jockeys, the Racing Stewards decided to abandon the remainder of the races today due to the adverse weather conditions.
GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC
SUNDAY, 7 JANUARY 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2024
Jockey S Ruzaini was fined RM500/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for smoking in the Jockeys’ Room.
TUESDAY, 2 JANUARY 2024, SLTC TRACKWORK
Trainer V Sivan was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for presenting BINTANG TIMOR (V223) for slow work on grass track which was designated for fast work during trackwork on the above date.
RACE 10 (R1253) CLASS 5 A – 1200M (SC A4), SUNDAY, 19 NOVEMBER 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB NOVEMBER MEETING 2023
The Stewards, on Thursday, 4 January 2024 at SLTC, concluded an inquiry into the riding of CAORUNN and took evidence from App H Haikal, the rider of the CAORUNN, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, HY Cheng, and Trainer S Hamilton, the Trainer of the gelding.
The Stewards reviewed the films of the incident and considered the evidence tendered. App H Haikal (CAORUNN) pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) in that he failed to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards. The particulars of the charge being that he failed to ride CAORUNN in a satisfactory vigour and determination, especially in the straight at the 400M despite the gelding running on, on two (2) occasions.
In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App H Haikal’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of one (1) month with effect from 8 January 2024 and to expire on 7 February 2024, both dates inclusive. He was also fined RM10,000/- and was advised of his Right of Appeal (11:26am).
RACE 11 (R1254) CLASS 5 A – 1200M (SC A4), SUNDAY, 19 NOVEMBER 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB NOVEMBER MEETING 2023
The Stewards, on Thursday, 4 January 2024 at SLTC, concluded an inquiry into the riding of MY MONEY and took evidence from App H Haikal, the rider of MY MONEY, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, HY Cheng, and Trainer S Hamilton, the Trainer of the gelding.
After reviewing the films of the incident and considering the evidence tendered, the Stewards decided to take no further action.
RACE 10 (R1373) CLASS 4 A – 1600M (LC C4), SUNDAY, 24 DECEMBER 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB DECEMBER MEETING 2023
The Stewards, on Thursday, 4 January 2024 at SLTC, concluded an inquiry into the riding of NORDIC GEM and took evidence from App H Haikal, the rider of NORDIC GEM, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, HY Cheng, and Trainer S Hamilton, the Trainer of the gelding.
After reviewing the films of the incident and considering the evidence tendered, the Stewards decided to take no further action.
RACE 6 (R1192) CLASS 3 – 1075M (Track II), NEW ZEALAND BLOODSTOCK, SATURDAY, 4 NOVEMBER 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB NOVEMBER MEETING 2023
The Stewards, on Sunday, 7 January 2024 at SLTC, concluded an inquiry into the riding of MAGIC TURBO and took evidence from Jockey S Ruzaini, the rider of MAGIC TURBO.
After reviewing the films of the incident and considering the evidence tendered, the Stewards decided to take no further action.
RACE 8 (R1226) CLASS 4 A – 1200M (SC C4), SUNDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB NOVEMBER MEETING 2023
The Stewards, on Sunday, 7 January 2024 at SLTC, concluded an inquiry into the riding of NO REGRETS and took evidence from Jockey SU Lim, the rider of NO REGRETS.
After reviewing the films of the incident and considering the evidence tendered, the Stewards decided to take no further action.
RACE 2 (R1326) CLASS 5 A – 1275M (Track II), SUNDAY, 10 DECEMBER 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB DECEMBER MEETING 2023
App R Nuqman (LANKARAN) who lodged an appeal against his suspension of three (3) Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii), applied to withdraw his appeal on 2 January 2024. After consideration, his application was accepted, however, App R Nuqman’s deposit was forfeited. His suspension commenced on 6 January 2024 and to expire on 13 January 2024, both dates inclusive.
AMENDMENT
RACE 9 (R1307) CLASS 4 A – 1400M (LC A), SUNDAY, 3 DECEMBER 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB DECEMBER MEETING 2023
Jockey S Ruzaini (GOLDEN PEACH) who lodged an appeal against his suspension of two (2) Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii), applied to withdraw his appeal on 2 January 2024, which application was granted. His deposit was forfeited.
Jockey S Ruzaini further applied for his suspension incurred on the above date to be converted to a fine. The Stewards, after considering the matter, accepted Jockey S Ruzaini’s application and converted his entire suspension to a RM3000/- fine. Jockey S Ruzaini is now free of embargo.
AMENDMENT
RACE 2 (R1289) CLASS 5 B – 1300M (LC A), SATURDAY, 2 DECEMBER 2023, SELANGOR TURF CLUB DECEMBER MEETING 2023
The Stewards have granted permission for a part of the suspension (1 Malaysian race day) of Jockey S Hafis (NORTHERN KNIGHT) under MRA Rule 44(6) incurred on the above date to be converted to a fine of RM1500/-. Jockey S Hafis’ embargo is now amended to a suspension which commenced on 11 December 2023 to expire on 6 January 2024, both dates inclusive.
POST RACE URINE:
23 & 24 DECEMBER 2023
SELANGOR TURF CLUB DECEMBER MEETING 2023
The report dated 4 January 2024 (V23/197) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 61 coded urine and 65 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 24 December 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.
JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:
23 & 24 DECEMBER 2023
SELANGOR TURF CLUB DECEMBER MEETING 2023
The report dated 4 January 2024 (V23/198) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 4 coded urine from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 24 December 2023, 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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1 |
JJ STAR |
App S Shazmin |
App A Nazir |
Indisposed |
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2 |
LIM’S SPHERE |
App S Shazmin |
App T Ammar |
Indisposed |
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4 |
MIRACLE STAR |
App S Shazmin |
App M Seelan |
Indisposed |
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5 |
SHINE SHINE |
App S Shazmin |
App M Seelan |
Indisposed |
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NON ACCEPTORS |
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Race |
Horse |
Reason |
Test |
Remark |
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2 |
SHANGANI |
Bruised back |
Vet exam |
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2 |
STYLE OF DRAGON |
Bruised back |
Vet exam |
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2 |
ELISE |
Swollen near fore tendon |
Vet exam |
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6 |
TALENTED |
Slight swelling of the near fore knee |
Vet exam |
– |
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8 |
HEARTENING FLYER |
Bruised off fore foot |
Vet exam |
– |
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10 |
MISE EN GARDE |
Swollen near fore fetlock |
Vet exam |
– |
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10 |
RAINBOW FISH |
Bruised near fore tendon & suspensory |
Vet exam |
– |
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11 |
XIONG FONG |
Bruised near fore fetlock |
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, SUNDAY, 7 JANUARY 2024 |
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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 |
MIGHT IS RIGHT
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No significant finding |
– |
– |
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1 |
TIN’S MACHINE
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Respiratory distress |
1000M/Vet (1 month embargo) |
– |
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1 |
OFFICIAL
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Cut to its off hind pastern |
– |
– |
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3 |
CLERGYMAN
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Cut to its off fore pastern |
– |
– |
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3 |
MAGIC KID
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Cast near fore |
– |
– |
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(8) |
KONG FU PANDA |
Respiratory infection |
Vet exam (1 week embargo) |
– |
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(11) |
PACIFIC PRIME |
Bruised off fore suspensory ligament |
Vet exam |
– |
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(11) |
HAPPY LUCKY STAR |
Bruised off fore fetlock |
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 (RM) |
MRA Rule/Regulation |
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1 |
Jockey SU Lim |
TIN’S MACHINE |
7/1/24 |
250/- |
Rule 41(7) |
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3 |
Trainer F Maynard |
CLERGYMAN |
3/1/24 |
250/- |
Rule 152(5)(a) |
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3 |
Trainer KC Tiang |
PACIFIC WINDSOR |
7/1/24 |
250/- |
Rule 152(5)(a) |
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7/1/24 |
Jockey S Ruzaini |
– |
7/1/24 |
500/- |
Rule 152(5)(a) |
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2/1/24 |
Trainer V Sivan |
BINTANG TIMOR |
2/1/24 |
250/- |
Rule 152(5)(a) |
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R10 (19/11) |
App H Haikal |
CAORUNN |
4/1/24 |
10,000/- |
Rule 44(10) |
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R9 (3/12) |
Jockey S Ruzaini |
GOLDEN PEACH |
2/1/24 |
3000/- |
Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) |
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R2 (2/12) |
Jockey S Hafis |
NORTHERN KNIGHT |
2/1/24 |
1500/- |
Rule 44(6) |
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Suspension(s) |
R10 (19/11) |
App H Haikal (CAORUNN) – 1 month under MRA Rule 44(10) |
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