Selangor Meeting

STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB JULY MEETING 2024

SUNDAY, 7 JULY 2024

STATE OF TRACK: Yielding

Course E & Track II

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 (R0658) CLASS 5B – 1300M (SC E)

1	BIG CHINA (HS Gill)	Poor performance – 1000M/Vet
4	OTTAWA (App A Nazir)	Hung inwards in the straight, proving difficult to assist. Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)
5	WHITE RABBIT (App Clyde Leck)	Hung outwards in the straight.
6	HENG XING (S Uzair)	Raced wide throughout.
8	APOLLO ROCK (CK Khaw)	Raced wide throughout. Poor performance – 1000M/Vet

RACE 2 (R0659) CLASS 5B – 1300M (SC E)

2	SORBETA (CK Khaw)	Squeezed at the start.
3	ULURU (App Z Syafifie)	Raced wide throughout. Shifted out away from the whip in the straight. Apprentice reminded of his obligations not to cover unnecessary ground in races.
4	SACRED SEA (App A Nazir)	Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)
6	VAIN TYCOON (HK Cheng)	Raced wide throughout.
7	MYSTERY POWER (S Ruzaini)	Slow to begin.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse	Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
2	PACIFIC GLORY	-17
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 3 (R0660) CLASS 5A – 1300M (SC E)

CH FORTUNE

(S Ruzaini)

Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/Vet (1 month embargo).

BIG FRANCK

(L De Souza)

Had to ease when racing onto heels at the 1000M.

BIG KING

(WW Cheah)

Awkwardly placed on heels at the 250M. Thereafter shifted out away from the whip. Jockey reminded of his obligations not to cover unnecessary ground in races.

RACE 4 (R0661) CLASS 4A – 1400M (LC E)

ARTHUR PEGASUS

(Z Khairil)

Poor performance – 1000M/Vet

SAHM

(App I Fikri)

Hung inwards in the straight.

ANKARA

(KC Low)

Hung inwards in the straight.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
4	FIREWORKS	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 (R0662) SUPREME C – 1400M (LC E)

1	SAN ANDREAS (O Chavez)	*See Report. Vet inspection: Fractured off fore shoulder – Humanely euthanized.
2	REVOLUTION (C Perkins)	*See Report.
4	PACIFIC DIAMOND (KC Low)	Slow to begin. 1 Starting Stall test. At the 1100M, had to take evasive action in order to avoid a loose horse.
5	LIM’S BETTERREADY (App I Fikri)	Switched out to continue its run at the 600M. Hung inwards in the straight.
6	INTREPID (L De Souza)	Hung inwards, proving difficult to assist.
7	WAR SNIPER (WW Cheah)	Vet inspection: No significant finding.

The Stewards granted permission for Jockey HS Gill to replace Jockey S Salee as the rider of LEATHERHEAD as the latter was unable to make the carded weight. Jockey S Salee was fined RM250/- under MRA Rule 107(10) for failing to make carded weight. He was also advised that his weight was limited to 53 ½ kgs.

Between the 1200M and the 1100M, SAN ANDREAS (O Chavez) was squeezed, tightened for galloping room and inconvenienced for a number of occasions by REVOLUTION (C Perkins) which shifted in continually. This resulted in this gelding clipping heels, going amiss, striking the rail and dislodging Jockey O Chavez. Jockey O Chavez was examined by the Club Doctor who stood him down from his riding engagements for the remainder of the races today.

At the conclusion of an inquiry, Jockey C Perkins, the rider of REVOLUTION, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he failed to ensure that he did not cause interference to SAN ANDREAS between the 1200M and the 1100M.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey C Perkin’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) race days with effect from 8 July 2024 and to expire on 21 July 2024, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
5	TORNADO PEGASUS	Capacity field	–	EA
5	SCOTT THE ADKINS	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 (R0663) SUPREME A – 1400M (LC E)

3	CIRCUIT MISSION (App A Nazir)	Trainer fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours on the gelding. Jumped with its head up.
4	PASIR PINJI (C Perkins)	Raced wide in the early and middle stages.
5	XENA (KC Low)	Slow to begin. Raced wide throughout.
6	KING’S COMMAND (S Ruzaini)	Jumped outwards at the start. Vet inspection: No significant finding.
7	SKYDANCE ECLIPSE (App I Fikri)	Slow to begin.

RACE 7 (R0664) CLASS 4A – 1150M (Track II)

1	CASTELO (S Ruzaini)	Slow to begin. Raced awkwardly throughout.
2	NAGAS KING (App A Azizi)	Slow to begin. Raced wide throughout.
3	TIME TRAVEL (HK Cheng)	Raced wide throughout.
4	STAR TALENT (WW Cheah)	Withdrawn at 4:24pm: Bridle slipped and could not be refitted.
7	XANTHOS (App Z Syafifie)	Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)
8	SPIDERMAN (App Clyde Leck)	Hung inwards in the straight. Vet inspection: No significant finding.
9	ALL WHITE (App A Nazir)	Slow to begin.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
7	GIFTED	Capacity field	–		EA
7	AGUERO JR	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	TIME TRAVEL			+15
7	XANTHOS			+15
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 8 (R0665) CLASS 5A – 1020M (Track II)

This race was rescheduled to start at 4:50pm.

1	EL CHUBASCO (S Ruzaini)	Slow to begin. Raced wide in the early stages.
4	OLIVER KHAN (App Z Syafifie)	Hung inwards in the straight.
6	LITTLE PLEASURE (KC Low)	Bumped at the start. Raced awkwardly in the straight.
8	PERFECT RUN (WW Cheah)	Vet inspection: Lame near fore – 1000M/Vet (3 weeks embargo)
10	PACIFIC PRIME (L De Souza)	Slow to begin. Raced wide throughout. Vet inspection: Lame both fore – 1000M/Vet (3 weeks embargo). An inquiry will be opened into the running and handling of the gelding.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
8	LEO	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.

RACE 9 (R0666) CLASS 5B – 1020M (Track II)

This race was rescheduled to start at 5:20pm.

1	COUNTER ATTACK (App Clyde Leck)	Slow to begin. Hung inwards in the straight. Raced wide throughout.
2	COSMIC SANDS (C Perkins)	Hung inwards and shifted in away from the whip in the straight.
4	JAPAN CAPTAIN (HS Gill)	Raced wide in the early stages.
5	HORSE KING (KC Low)	Slow to begin.
8	KUBERA’S CHIEF (App I Fikri)	Slow to begin.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE
Race	Horse	Up (+) / Down (-) (in kgs)
9	JAPAN CAPTAIN	-16
9	KUBERA’S CHIEF	-19
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC

RACE 2 (R0628) CLASS 5A – 1200M (SC A4), SUNDAY, 30 JUNE 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024

The Stewards, on Sunday, 7 July 2024 at SLTC, concluded an inquiry into the running and handling of AIR BOSS and took evidence from App M Lukman, the rider of AIR BOSS, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, WC Lim.

App M Lukman, the rider of AIR BOSS, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, WC Lim was found guilty of a charge of improper riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(b)(ii) for failing to ride his horse in an improper manner in that whilst riding AIR BOSS, he failed to maintain a proper hold on his whip which resulted in him not having the best opportunity to maintain it in the running.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App M Lukman’s 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 July 2024 and to expire on 7 August 2024, both dates inclusive He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

RACE 2 (R0628) CLASS 5A – 1200M (SC A4), SUNDAY, 30 JUNE 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024

The Stewards, on Sunday, 7 July 2024 at SLTC, concluded an inquiry into the running and handling of HOWL and took evidence from App R Nuqman, the rider of HOWL, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, BT Lim, and also the Trainer of HOWL, SY Lim.

App R Nuqman, the rider of HOWL, 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 that leaving the 1000M, he positioned his mount in such a manner that it resulted in this gelding unnecessarily covering additional ground and racing wide between the 1000M and the 600M.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App R Nuqman’s 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 July 2024 and to expire on 7 August 2024, both dates inclusive He was also fined RM10,000/- and advised of his Right of Appeal.

Trainer SY Lim was found guilty of a charge under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for misconduct in that he condoned in what was clearly an uncontentious ride. He was fined RM5,000/- and advised of his Right of Appeal.

RACE 11 (R0637) CLASS 5A – 1600M (LC A4), SUNDAY, 30 JUNE 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024

At the conclusion of an inquiry on Sunday, 7 July 2024 at SLTC, Jockey L De Souza, the rider of THE STORM, pleaded guilty to charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that whilst riding THE STORM in this race, he failed to ensure that he did not cause interference to MIEJ at the 1200M.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey L De Souza’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) Malaysian race day, to be deferred and served on 14 July 2024, both dates inclusive. In lieu of one (1) Malaysian race day, he was also fined RM1,500/–. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

RACE 9 (R0635) CLASS 4A– 1500M (LC A4), SUNDAY, 30 JUNE 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024

At the conclusion of an inquiry on Sunday, 7 July 2024 at SLTC, App A Nazir, the rider of MICHIKAWA, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, F Maynard, was found guilty of a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that whilst riding MICHIKAWA in this race, he failed to ensure that he did not cause interference to KING’S SPEECH at the 400M.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App A Nazir’s mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of one (1) Malaysian race day, to be deferred and served on 14 July 2024, both dates inclusive. In lieu of two (2) Malaysian race days, he was also fined RM3,000/–. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

RACE 4 (R0630) CLASS 4A – 1100M (SC A4), SUNDAY, 30 JUNE 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024

The Stewards, on Sunday, 7 July 2024 at SLTC, concluded an inquiry into the running and handling of TERMS OF REFERENCE and took evidence from Jockey HS Gill, the rider of TERMS OF REFERENCE.

After reviewing the films of the incident and considering the evidence tendered, the Stewards decided to take no further action, however, highlighted the inconsistency of Jockey HS Gill’s riding and advised him that should he appear before the Board regarding a similar occurrence in future, more severe sanctions may follow.

RACE 9 (R0635) CLASS 4A– 1500M (LC A4), SUNDAY, 30 JUNE 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024

App K Pavinthran (FROM THE NAVY) who lodged an appeal against his suspension of two (2) months under MRA Rule 44(6), applied to withdraw his appeal on 4 July 2024. After consideration, his application was acceded to, and his deposit was refunded. His suspension will commence on 14 July 2024 and to expire on 13 September 2024, both dates inclusive.

AMENDMENT

RACE 6 (R0632) CLASS 3– 1200M (SC A4), SUNDAY, 30 JUNE 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024

After further consideration by the Panel of Stewards, App K Pavinthran’s (TRIBUTO) penalty was amended to a suspension of one (1) Malaysian race day with effect from 1 July 2024 and to expire on 7 July 2024, both dates inclusive. He was also fined RM1,000/-.

ADDENDUM

RACE 10 (R0636) CLASS 5A– 1400M (LC A4), SUNDAY, 30 JUNE 2024, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
10	TAUBOSS	No suitable rider available	–	Withdrawn at 4:42pm

ADDENDUM

Change of Rider(s)

Race

Horse

Rider

Replaced By

Reason

TAUBOSS

J Daniel

No suitable rider available

(Withdrawn at 4:42pm)

Medical

POST RACE URINE:

30 JUNE 2024

SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024

The report dated 4 July 2024 (V24/103) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 33 coded urine and 33 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 30 June 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

30 JUNE 2024

SELANGOR TURF CLUB JUNE MEETING 2024

The report dated 4 July 2024 (V24/104) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 30 June 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

Change of Rider(s)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
5	LEATHERHEAD	S Salee	HS Gill	Unable to make carded weight
6	BLACK THORN	O Chavez	CK Khaw	Medical
8	LITTLE PLEASURE	O Chavez	KC Low	Medical

NON ACCEPTORS
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
1	D’GREAT MAGIC	Bruised near fore suspensory	Vet exam	–
1	CHOSEN ONE	Respiratory infection	Vet exam	–
2	CHIEF OF ARMY	Stone-bruised off fore	Vet exam	–
2	ALWAYS AFRAID	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam	–
3	HOSAYLIAO	Stone-bruised near fore toe	Vet exam	–
4	D’GREAT TIMING	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet exam	–
7	TRINITY GENERAL	Bruised off fore suspensory	Vet exam	–
7	ACROBAT	Bruised near fore suspensory ligament	Vet exam	–
8	MIRACLE STAR	Stone-bruised off fore	Vet exam	–
9	GENERATION M	Sore back	Vet exam	–
9	QIJI STAR	Respiratory infection	Vet exam & scope	–
9	SAGE WARRIOR	Nail prick near hind foot	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 JULY 2024

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

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test

Remark

OTTAWA

Respiratory distress

1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)

–

BIG CHINA & APOLLO ROCK

Poor performance

1000M/Vet

–

SACRED SEA

Respiratory distress

1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)

–

CH FORTUNE

Respiratory distress

1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)

–

ARTHUR PEGASUS

Poor performance

1000M/Vet

–

SAN ANDREAS

Fractured off fore shoulder

–

Humanely euthanized

WAR SNIPER

No significant finding

–

KING’S COMMAND

No significant finding

–

XANTHOS

Respiratory distress

1000M/Vet (1 month embargo)

–

SPIDERMAN

No significant finding

–

PERFECT RUN

Lame near fore

1000M/Vet (3 weeks embargo)

–

PACIFIC PRIME

Lame both fore

1000M/Vet (3 weeks embargo)

–

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 S Salee

LETTERHEAD

7/7/24

250/-

Rule 107(10)

Trainer F Maynard

CIRCUIT MISSION

7/7/24

100/-

Rule 65(5)(c)

(30/6/24)

App R Nuqman

HOWL

7/7/24

10,000/-

Rule 44(10)

(30/6/24)

Trainer SY Lim

HOWL

7/7/24

5,000/-

Rule 152(5)(a)

(30/6/24)

App K Pavinthran

TRIBUTO

4/7/24

1,000/-

Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

(30/6/24)

App A Nazir

MICHIKAWA

7/7/24

3,000/-

Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

R11

(30/6/24)

Jockey L De Souza

THE STORM

7/7/24

1500/-

Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

Suspension(s)

Jockey C Perkins (REVOLUTION) – 3 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

(30/6/24)

App M Lukman (AIR BOSS) – 1 month for improper riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(b)(ii)

App R Nuqman (HOWL) – 1 month under MRA Rule 44(10)

(30/6/24)

App K Pavinthran (TRIBUTO) – 1 Malaysian race day for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

R11

(30/6/24)

Jockey L De Souza (THE STORM) – 1 Malaysian race day for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

Follow Up

Jockey L De Souza (PACIFIC PRIME)