Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT PENANG

FEBRUARY MEETING 2024

SATURDAY, 17^TH FEBRUARY 2024

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Dr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan (Assistant Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran (Assistant Stipendiary Steward)

RACE 1 (MRA 0172) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M

Trainer B Ng was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to confirm with Jockey S Salee before declaring him on MERRY BELL.

The Stewards ordered the withdrawal of MERRY BELL at 2.08 pm as there was no suitable rider available.

TWINKLE STAR (AM Aizat) brushed the inside gate on jumping and was slow to begin.

PENANG GENERAL (R Narendran) was slow into stride.

PENANG MAN (App N Shahronnizam) was hanging out in the latter stages and finished the race wide.

App SN Shiva, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, K Coetzee, was questioned as to why he switched out for a run at about the 400M-mark when there appeared to be room for him on the inside. He explained that he had been instructed to shift his horse to the outside at that stage of the race for his horse to obtain a run. This was confirmed by Trainer K Coetzee. The explanation was noted.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	PENANG MAN	App N Shahronnizam	1:14.4	–
2^nd	1	JULIUS CAESAR	App SN Shiva	–	½
3^rd	5	PENANG GENERAL	R Narendran	–	2
4^th	2	SUNNY FIGHTER	App P Haris	–	1 ¾

RACE 2 (MRA 0173) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

SUNNY STAR (R Narendran) was slow into stride.

A post-race veterinary examination of BOSSKU (AM Aizat) revealed no obvious abnormality. An Inquiry into the running and handling of BOSSKU will be held at 2.00pm on Monday, 26^th February 2024 at the Perak Turf Club.

Trainer K Coetzee was questioned with regards to the improved performance of JAPAN CAPTAIN (App SN Shiva) today. He had no tangible explanation to offer except that JAPAN CAPTAIN was racing over its preferred distance, coupled with the good draw and the going. This, in his opinion, accounted for the improved performance. Trainer K Coetzee’s explanation was noted and his attention was drawn to the rules regarding “in-and-out” running (MRA Rule 117(3)).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	JAPAN CAPTAIN	App SN Shiva	1:04.8	–
2^nd	2	ESTRELLA	S Salee	–	½
3^rd	1	YES BOSSY	App P Haris	–	2
4^th	4	BIG POWER	App N Shahronnizam	–	5

GENERAL REPORT(S)

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

27^TH JANUARY 2024

PENANG JANUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 8^th February 2024 (V24/017) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 7 coded urine and 11 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 29^th January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

27^TH JANUARY 2024

PENANG JANUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 8^th February 2024 (V24/018) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 29^th January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – PRTC

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

4^TH FEBRUARY 2024

PERAK FEBRUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 15^th February 2024 (V24/020) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 29 coded urie and 31 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 4^th February 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

4^TH FEBRUARY 2024

PERAK FEBRUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 15^th February 2024 (V24/021) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 4^th February 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC, SATURDAY, 17^TH FEBRUARY 2024
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	Nil
2	Nil

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1	Trainer B Ng	MERRY BELL	17/2/2024	250/-	152(5)(a)
Suspension (s)	Nil
Follow-up	R2	Running and handling of BOSSKU (AM Aizat)

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG JANUARY MEETING 2024

SATURDAY, 27^TH JANUARY 2024

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

RACE 1 (MRA 0098) CLASS 5 (B) – 1400M

App P Haris arrived late on course. After investigation, the Stewards warned him that a repetition may lead to a penalty being imposed in the future. SUNNY STAR (App P Haris) was slow into stride.

The bridle of POWER EXPRESS (App SN Shiva) came adrift shortly after the start, placing the rider at a disadvantage throughout the race. This matter will be investigated further. App SN Shiva dismounted on pulling up.

MERRY BELL (J Daniel) was racing keen in the early stages of the race.

SUNNY STAR was obliged to race wide rounding the turn and into the straight.

PENANG MAN (App N Sharonnizam) switched outwards to obtain clear running passing the 300M-mark.

Arising from an incident involving Jockey J Daniel in the unsaddling area after the running of this race, an Inquiry into this matter will be held at a date to be fixed.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	7	PENANG MAN	App N Sharonnizam	1:26.2	–
2^nd	5	PENANG GENERAL	S Ruzaini	–	2 ¼
3^rd	2	MYSTICAL STAR	AM Aizat	–	Head
4^th	4	MERRY BELL	J Daniel	–	1 ½

RACE 2 (MRA 0099) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

BIG POWER which was up 17 kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

Acting on veterinary advice that PARISBAS (AM Aizat) cast its off fore plate which could not be re-shod, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of PARISBAS at 2.46pm.

YES BOSSY (S Ruzaini) jumped awkwardly.

Approaching the 200M-mark, FLYING SPIDER (R Narendran) shifted inwards away from the whip.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	FLYING SPIDER	R Narendran	1:11.8	–
2^nd	1	YES BOSSY	S Ruzaini	–	3 ½
3^rd	3	BIG POWER	App N Sharonnizam	–	Neck
4^th	2	SUNNY FIGHTER	J Daniel	–	1

RACE 3 (MRA 0100) CLASS 4 (A) – 1100M

LEGEND WAR (S Ruzaini) and VETRI (AM Aizat) were scratched at 2.44pm under MRA Rule 12(2)(p). As the Trainers/Assistant Trainers concerned were not on course, an Inquiry into this matter will be held at a date to be fixed.

GHOST MARI (App R Nuqman) was fractious in the barrier, reared up and stumbled on jumping. App R Nuqman subsequently reported that GHOST MARI was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination revealed that GHOST MARI returned lame off fore and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that GENERAL NIX (App P Haris) cast its near hind plate on returning and bled. The gelding 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.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	SPIDERMAN	App SN Shiva	1:05.4	–
2^nd	5	GENERAL NIX	App P Haris	–	3
3^rd	1	GHOST MARI	App R Nuqman	–	3 ¾
4^th	–	–	–	–	–

GENERAL REPORT(S)

GENERAL REPORT(S) – PRTC

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

GIFTED (V251) Tr. Peter Lee – Tie-back + Hobday – 1000M/Vet
BEAT THE LIGHT (H323) Tr. S Cook – Arthoscopy left fetlock – 1000M/Vet

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

6^TH JANUARY 2024

PERAK JANUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 18^th January 2024 (V24/004) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 24 sets of coded urine and 26 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 6^h January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

6^TH JANUARY 2024

PERAK JANUARY MEETING 2023

The report dated 18^th January 2024 (V24/005) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 6^th January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

13^TH JANUARY 2024

PERAK JANUARY MEETING 2024

The report dated 25^th January 2024 (V24/009) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 11 sets of coded urine and 13 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 13^th January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

13^TH JANUARY 2024

PERAK JANUARY MEETING 2023

The report dated 25^th January 2024 (V24/010) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 13^th January 2024, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 27^TH JANUARY 2024
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	CHERISH	Sole bruise near fore	Vet examination
2	JULIUS CAESAR	Bruised both fore fetlock	Vet examination
2	BANGKOK BOY	Sore back	Vet examination
2	PURPLE RAIN	Bruised near fore cannon	Vet examination
2	KIPEH	Sole bruise near fore	Vet examination
2	DIAMOND SET	Sole bruise off hind	Vet examination
2	YOU ARE SPECIAL	Sore back	Vet examination
2	NATUREISSPEAKING	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
3	LINCOLN MOONLIGHT	Bruised off hind fetlock	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 27^TH JANUARY 2024
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
3	GHOST MARI	1000M & vet examination
3	GENERAL NIX	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
PRTC	GIFTED & BEAT THE LIGHT	1000M & vet examination each

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
	Nil
Suspension (s)	Nil
Follow-up	R1	Jockey J Daniel – incident in the unsaddling area. Trainer K Coetzee & App SN Shiva (POWER EXPRESS)
	R3	Trainer HY Cheng – scratching of LEGEND WAR & VETRI

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG DECEMBER GOLD CUP MEETING 2023

2^ND DAY, SATURDAY, 30^TH DECEMBER 2023

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

RACE 1 (MRA 1376) RAPID STAKES A – 1300M

[ONLY APPRENTICES ALLOWANCES PERMITTED]

No report.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	BIG DOCTOR	KC Tham	1:14.5	–
2^nd	2	MOONGATE LIGHT	WW Cheah	–	4 ¾
3^rd	3	RELAU STAR	S Saddam	–	3 ¾
4^th	–	–	–	–	–

RACE 2 (MRA 1377) CLASS 4 (B) – 1300M

VETRI and MAIDANZ BEAUTY which were down 15kgs and 24kgs in body weight respectively since their last runs, were both checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and were passed fit to start.

MAIDANZ BEAUTY (S Ruzaini) stumbled on jumping.

At approximately the 1100M-mark, MERCURIAL TURN (WW Cheah) became crowded and had to check when VETRI (HK Cheng) rolled inwards. At a subsequent Inquiry, Jockey HK Cheng pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) and was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) race days with effect from Sunday 31^st December 2023 and to expire on Sunday, 7^th January 2024, both days inclusive. He was informed of his Right of Appeal (2.35 pm).

At about the 700M-mark, MERCURIAL TURN was crowded when racing tight on the inside of LUCKY STAR (App H Haikal).

Over the concluding stages, TRUDY (KC Tham) shifted out from the whip, finishing the race wide.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that UNDER OATH (AM Aizat) 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.

App H Haikal, the rider of LUCKY STAR, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no obvious abnormality.

Post-race veterinary examinations of RADETZKY MARSCH (App SN Shiva) and MERCURIAL TURN revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	TRUDY	KC Tham	1:16.2	–
2^nd	5	MAIDANZ BEAUTY	S Ruzaini	–	3 ¼
3^rd	9	DISCRERELY RED	S Saddam	–	1 ½
4^th	4	STRAIGHT N ARROW	S Zulfikri	–	½

RACE 3 (MRA 1378) CLASS 4 (A) – 1300M

BLUE HAWAII (S Ruzaini) stumbled on jumping and was slow into stride.

CLARTON TREASURE (KC Tham) was slow into stride and was obliged to race wide on the turn.

ARIF (App H Haikal) was hanging in in the later stages.

The saddle on RHYTHM OF ZEN (App R Nuqman) slipped backwards in the running.

Jockey S Ruzaini, the rider of BLUE HAWAII, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of BLUE HAWAII revealed that the gelding returned with respiratory distress and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

A post-race veterinary examination of WINNER’S EUPHORIA (AM Aizat) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	QIJI DIAMOND	R Narendran	1:15.5	–
2^nd	4	CLARTON TREASURE	KC Tham	–	½
3^rd	7	RHYTHM OF ZEN	App R Nuqman	–	Neck
4^th	9	ARIF	App H Haikal	–	Head

RACE 4 (MRA 1379) CLASS 5 (A) – 1600M

FIRST SUCCESS (App H Haikal) was pulling hard and difficult to settle in the early stages.

Jockey How Yang, the rider of JEFFREY, reported that his mount was making abnormal respiratory noise. A post-race veterinary examination of JEFFREY revealed that the gelding returned broken-winded and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Post-race veterinary examinations of RISE OF THE LEGEND (App R Nuqman) and MAINSTREAM (S Ruzaini) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Jockey How Yang, the rider of JEFFREY, was questioned with regards to his ride at approximately the 800M-mark. The only explanation he was able to offer was that he had attempted to shift his horse outwards for a number of strides for a run. The Stewards were not entirely satisfied with his explanation and he was warned to ensure that in future, he rides all his mount out in such a manner so as to leave no room for query.

Prior to the ‘All Clear’ being given, an objection was lodged by Jockey R Narendran, the rider of HELLO MONDAY, placed 5^th, against PENANG GENERAL (AM Aizat), being declared the 2^nd place getter, on the grounds of alleged interference at the latter stages. After considering the evidence, the Racing Stewards were of the opinion that the alleged interference had not affected the result of the race. The objection was overruled and the result stood.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	DAVINCI	App SN Shiva	1:37.2	–
2^nd	9	PENANG GENERAL	AM Aizat	–	Short head
3^rd	6	MYSTICAL STAR	App N Shahronnizam	–	½
4^th	8	NAMBIAR ROCKET	SU Lim	–	Neck

RACE 5 (MRA 1380) CLASS 4 (A) – 1700M

At approximately the 1400M-mark, MANDRAKE (S Saddam) had to steady in a tightly-bunched field.

A post-race veterinary examination of THUNDERGOD (KC Tham) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	MANDRAKE	S Saddam	1:41.6	–
2^nd	4	SMART RACER	S Ruzaini	–	1
3^rd	3	NORDIC GEM	SU Lim	–	½
4^th	1	LEGEND WAR	App R Nqman	–	2 ½

RACE 6 (MRA 1381) PENANG GOLD CUP – 2000M

GOLDEN PAYOUT, a course scratching as it had sustained a bruised tendon near fore, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

SHANGHAI NIGHTS and CHEVAL BLANC which were down 15kgs and 21kgs in body weight respectively since their last runs, were both checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and were passed fit to start.

TEOCHEW KID (HK Cheng) jumped awkwardly.

At approximately the 1600M-mark, RAGNAR (AM Aizat) rolled inwards, crowding LEOPARD ECLIPSE (S Saddam) onto OZZY STAR (SU Lim). TEOCHEW KID which was following, was also inconvenienced slightly.

RAGNAR was hanging out in the straight.

Over the concluding stages, CHEVAL BLANC (KC Tham) and GOLDEN KING (App R Nuqman) drifted out under pressure, both finishing the race wide.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that OZZY STAR returned cut into its off fore cannon.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	CHEVAL BLANC	KC Tham	2:00	–
2^nd	11	GOLDEN KING	App R Nuqman	–	Short head
3^rd	9	RAGNAR	AM Aizat	–	¾
4^th	1	SHANGHAI NIGHTS	E Ferreira	–	2 ¼

RACE 7 (MRA 1382) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M

YES BOSSY which was down 15kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

As there was no suitable apprentice available, the Stewards authorized Jockey SU Lim to replace App H Haikal as the rider of MY MONEY when the latter was stood down by the Club Medical Officer.

Jockey S Zulfikri, the rider of PERSEUS PEGASUS, was certified unfit to ride by the Club Medical Officer. The Stewards ordered the withdrawal of PERSEUS PEGASUS at 4.48pm.

BIG MONKEY ((App R Nuqman) was hanging in in the straight, shifted inwards, carrying MODRIC (KC Tham) inwards.

Prior to the ‘All Clear’ being given, an objection was lodged by Jockey KC Tham, the rider of MODRIC, placed second, against BIG MONKEY being declared the winner on the grounds of alleged interference on the latter stages. After considering the evidence, the Racing Stewards were of the opinion that the alleged interference had affected the result of the race. The objection was upheld and the placings were amended to read as follows:

1^st – MODRIC (KC Tham)

2^nd – BIG MONKEY (App R Nuqman)

3^rd – ROYALTY’S WISH (S Ruzaini)

4^th – MY MONEY (SU Lim)

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	MODRIC	KC Tham	1:22.9	–
2^nd	2	BIG MONKEY	App R Nuqman	–	Nose
3^rd	5	ROYALTY’S WISH	S Ruzaini	–	1
4^th	6	MY MONEY	SU Lim	–	Short head

RACE 8 (MRA 1383) CLASS 5 (B) – 1400M

D’GREAT RISE which was down 22kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

The Stewards permitted Jockey AM Aizat to replace Jockey J Daniel as the rider of CHAR SIEW when the latter was certified unwell.

The Stewards permitted Jockey K Eirwan to replace Jockey S Zulfikri as the rider of MGR ROCKET.

This race was re-scheduled to start 5 minutes later at 5.20pm. and was run in steady rain.

MISS MICHELLE (HK Cheng) was difficult to load and became fractious, injuring Jockey HK Cheng who was then medically stood down by the Club Medical Officer. MISS MICHELLE was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at 5.25pm and will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

At approximately the 800M-mark, LUCK HAPPY (App SN Shiva) steadied when racing tight on the inside of LEEDSTHEWAY (App R Nuqman).

PENANG MAN (App N Sharonnizam) was obliged to race wide on the turn.

At about the 50M-mark, LUCK HAPPY was inconvenienced when CHAR SIEW rolled in.

Jockey WW Cheah, the rider of D’GREAT RISE, reported that he felt something was amiss with his mount as it was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of D’GREAT RISE revealed no obvious abnormality.

All riders returned 1 kg over due to the inclement weather.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	MGR ROCKET	K Eirwan	1:23.6	–
2^nd	1	SUNNY STAR	S Saddam	–	Head
3^rd	3	LEEDSTHEWAY	App R Nuqman	–	1 ¼
4^th	7	SILVER JOY	SU Lim	–	½

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
7	MY MONEY	App H Haikal	SU Lim	Medical
8	MGR ROCKET	S Zulfikri	K Eirwan	Medical
8	CHAR SIEW	J Daniel	AM Aizat	Medical

GENERAL REPORT(S)

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

9^THDECEMBER 2023

PENANG DECEMBER GOLD CUP MEETING 2023

The report dated 21^st December 2023 (V23/191) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 9 sets of coded urine and 15 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 11^th December 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

9^TH DECEMBER 2023

PENANG DECEMBER GOLD CUP MEETING 2023

The report dated 21^st December 2023 (V23/192) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 11^th December 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

17^THDECEMBER 2023

PERAK DECEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 28^th December 2023 (V23/194) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 29 sets of coded urine and 33 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 17^th December 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

17^TH DECEMBER 2023

PERAK DECEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 28^th December 2023 (V23/195) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 17^th December 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 30^TH DECEMBER 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	VIOLET	Left eye corneal ulcer	Vet examination
1	WHITE HOOF BIRD	Injury near hind lateral tendon	Vet examination
1	GOLDEN SARDINE	Tying up	Vet examination
1	HEART OF FIRE	Bruised off fore tendon	Vet examination
1	TOPMOST	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
1	GRAND CHOICE	Bruised both fore suspensory ligament	Vet examination
2	SELANGOR STAR	Swollen off hind leg and injury off fore lateral fetlock	Vet examination
3	META HILTON	Respiratory infection	Vet examination
4	MY GOODNESS	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
4	SOON YOU THINK	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
4	IRON FIST	Abrasion wound right hip	Vet examination
5	MENTAL	Stone bruise off fore	Vet examination
5	RULE THE WORLD	Sole bruise near fore	Vet examination
6	XENA	Bruised back	Vet examination
6	SAN ANDREAS	Phlebitis	Vet examination
6	SHIMI GO	Stone bruise near fore	Vet examination
6	TELLER	Injury off fore medial fetlock	Vet examination
7	JULIUS CAESAR	Bruised off hind fetlock	Vet examination
7	ALL WHITE	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
7	ARROGATE ACHIEVER	Bruised near fore tendon	Vet examination
7	LOOKS GOOD	Bruised off hind cannon	Vet examination
7	BRISTOL DIAMOND	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
8	RACE FOR FAME	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
8	DOGE TO THE MOON	Sore back	Vet examination
8	CHIPS	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
8	WINNING SMILE	Sole bruise near fore	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 30^TH DECEMBER 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	Nil
2	UNDER OATH	Bleeder’s Test (3 months)
3	BLUE HAWAII	1000M & vet examination
4	JEFFREY	1000M & vet examination
5	Nil
6	GOLDEN PAYOUT	Vet examination
7	Nil
8	MISS MICHELLE	1 starting stall test

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
Nil
Suspension (s)	R2	Jockey HK Cheng (VETRI) – suspended 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)
Follow-up	Nil

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG DECEMBER YANG DI-PERTUA NEGERI GOLD CUP MEETING 2023

1^STDAY, SATURDAY, 9^TH DECEMBER 2023

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

RACE 1 (MRA 1321) CLASS 5 (B) – 1300M

MY AIM which was down 16kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

Jockeys S Saddam and S Hafis both encountered traffic problem enroute to the Club. The Stewards permitted Jockey K Eirwan to replace Jockey S Saddam as the rider of SUNNY STAR. As there was no suitable jockey available, the Stewards permitted App R Nuqman to replace Jockey S Hafis as the rider of LISBOA STAR.

SILVER JOY (HS Gill) dipped on jumping.

LISBOA STAR jumped awkwardly.

PENANG GENERAL (How Yang) was hanging in shortly after the start and showed no pace despite being urged.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that LEEDSTHEWAY returned having cast its off hind plate.

Trainer P Arumugam was questioned regarding the improved performance of LEEDSTHEWAY (R Narendran) today. He explained that today, he changed his instructions and instructed the jockey to come from off the pace and give the horse a chance early and come with a strong run in the straight. This, in his opinion, accounted for the improvement. Trainer P Arumugam’s explanation was noted and his attention was drawn to the rules regarding “in- and-out” running. (MRA Rule 117(3)).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	LEEDSTHEWAY	R Narendran	1:17.2	–
2^nd	7	LUCK HAPPY	L De Souza	–	Neck
3^rd	5	SILVER JOY	HS Gill	–	Neck
4^th	1	SUNNY STAR	K Eirwan	–	Short head

RACE 2 (MRA 1322) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M

UNSHADOWED GENERAL, a course scratching as it had sustained an infected wound near fore, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

MYSTICAL STAR (App N Shahronnizam) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and was passed fit to start.

The Stewards permitted Jockey S Ruzaini to replace Jockey S Saddam as the rider of SUNNY FIGHTER.

TRIPLE ONE STAR (S Hafis), MY MONEY (SU Lim) and POWER EXPRESS (App SN Shiva) were all slow into stride.

Post-race veterinary examinations of SUNNY FIGHTER and POWER EXPRESS revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer B Ng was questioned regarding the improved performance of BIG MONKEY (App R Nuqman) today. The only explanation he was able to offer was that the horse is home-based, he enjoyed this track, coupled with the fact that this was a weaker field. Trainer B Ng’s explanation was noted and his attention was drawn to the rules regarding “in- and-out” running. (MRA Rule 117(3)).

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, Jockeys S Saddam and S Hafis both pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for misconduct in that despite arriving on course on time for Race 2, they failed to proceed to the Weighing Room immediately, resulting in a delay to the weighing-out and the start of the race. Jockeys S Saddam and S Hafis were each fined a sum of RM500/- and advised of their Right of Appeal (4.35 pm).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	BIG MONKEY	App R Nuqman	1:17.1	–
2^nd	1	MY MONEY	SU Lim	–	1 ¾
3^rd	7	MERRY BELL	L De Souza	–	1 ¼
4^th	5	TRIPLE ONE STAR	S Hafis	–	1 ½

RACE 3 (MRA 1323) CLASS 4 (A) – 1200M

MYO, a course scratching as it was bruised off fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Trainer S Hamilton was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for WINNER’S EUPHORIA (App SN Shiva).

Trainer S Hamilton was further fined RM500/- under PNTC Official Programme Clause 3.4 for scratching TERMS OF REFERENCE without an Official Veterinary Certificate.

SIMLONG BEACH (S Ruzaini) raced keenly in the early stages.

GHOST MARI (App R Nuqman) was hanging inwards in the straight.

App R Nuqman, the rider of GHOST MARI, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of GHOST MARI revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer S Hamilton was questioned regarding the improved performance of WINNER’S EUPHORIA today. She explained that it was not a strong field coupled with the fact that it was a small field and this, in her opinion, accounted for the improvement. Her explanation was noted and her attention was drawn to the rules regarding “in- and-out” running. (MRA Rule 117(3)).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	BATTLESTAR	HS Gill	1:09.7	–
1^st	5	WINNER’S EUPHORIA	App SN Shiva	–	Dead Heat
3^rd	4	SIMLONG BEACH	S Ruzaini	–	1
4^th	1	GHOST MARI	App R Nuqman	–	4 ¼

RACE 4 (MRA 1324) CLASS 5 (B) – 1100M

GENERATION M which was up 16kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

Passing the 200M-mark, GAIN ECLIPSE (App SN Shiva) shifted in away from the whip.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	BIG POWER	App R Nuqman	1:04.2	–
2^nd	3	LUKE MAN	SU Lim	–	¾
3^rd	6	GAIN ECLIPSE	App SN Shiva	–	¾
4^th	4	PARISBAS	K Eirwan	–	1 ½

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	SUNNY STAR	S Saddam	K Eirwan	Traffic problem
1	LISBOA STAR	S Hafis	App R Nuqman	Traffic problem
2	SUNNY FIGHTER	S Saddam	S Ruzaini	Traffic problem

GENERAL REPORT(S)

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

18^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PENANG NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 30^th November 2023 (V23/180) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 5 sets of coded urine and 7 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 20^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

18^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PENANG NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 30^th November 2023 (V23/181) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 20^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

STEWARD’S EMBARGO FROM PRTC EQUINE HOSPITAL FROM 22 OCTOBER 2023 TO 21 NOVEMBER 2023

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

ARC TRIUMPH (E343) Tr. HY Cheng – Colic Surgery – 1000M/Vet

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

26^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PERAK NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 8^th December 2023 (V23/183) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 28 sets of coded urine and 30 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 26^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

26^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PERAK NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 8th December 2023 (V23/184) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 26^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 9^TH DECEMBER 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	THE JEWELLER	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
1	WINNING SMILE	Bruised both fore fetlocks	Vet examination
2	BRISTOL DIAMOND	Bruised near fore foot	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 9^TH DECEMBER 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
2	UNSHADOWED GENERAL	Vet examination
3	MYO	Vet examination
PRTC	ARC TRIUMPH	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R2	Jockey S Saddam	–	9/12/2023	500/-	152(5)(a)
R2	Jockey S Hafis	–	9/12/2023	500/-	152(5)(a)
R3	Trainer S Hamilton	WINNER’S EUPHORIA	9/12/2023	100/-	65(5)(c)
R3	Trainer S Hamilton	TERMS OF REFERENCE	9/12/2023	500/-	PNTC Official Programme Clause 3.4

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

SATURDAY, 18^TH NOVEMBER 2023

STATE OF TRACK: YIELDING

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Tan Wai Yuan – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

Mr Mukkesh Nair Murli Haran – Assistant Stipendiary Steward

RACE 1 (MRA 1242) CLASS 5 (A) – 1600M

THE JEWELLER, a course scratching as it had sustained a bruised near fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

SING DARCI (S Ruzaini) was obliged to race wide at the bend.

LEEDSTHEWAY (R Narendran) raced wide entering the home straight.

From the 200M-mark, LEEDSTHEWAY shifted in under the whip.

Post-race veterinary examinations of BIG BUS (WW Cheah) and SING DARCI revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer B Ng, when questioned regarding the improved performance of MYSTICAL STAR (App N Shahronnizam) today, was unable to offer any tangible explanation. His attention was drawn to MRA Rule 117(3) regarding “in- and-out” running.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	MYSTICAL STAR	App N Shahronnizam	1:38.3	–
2^nd	1	BIG MONKEY	App R Nuqman	–	3
3^rd	5	LEEDSTHEWAY	R Narendran	–	3 ¼
4^th	4	FIRST SUCCESS	How Yang	–	3 ¼

RACE 2 (MRA 1243) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

POWER EXPRESS is a course scratching as it had sustained a bruised near fore cannon. The gelding will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

JET BLACK (K Eirwan) stumbled on jumping.

JEFFREY (How Yang) was obliged to race wide at the bend and entering the home straight.

In the final 100M, PENANG MAN (App N Shahronnizam) was inconvenienced momentarily when LEESTOWN EXPRESS (App R Nuqman) rolled in.

Post-race veterinary examinations of JET BLACK and LADY ASTA (S Ruzaini) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	7	PARISBAS	R Narendran	1:12.5	–
2^nd	5	BIG POWER	WW Cheah	–	½
3^rd	2	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	App R Nuqman	–	Neck
4^th	8	PENANG MAN	App N Shahronnizam	–	½

PERAK OCTOBER MEETING 2023 – RACE 5 (R1170) GREEN EMERALD HANDICAP CLASS 5(A) 1300M(LC) – SUNDAY, 29^TH OCTOBER 2023

The Panel of Stewards concluded an Inquiry into the running and handling of STORM TO WIN today, Saturday, 4^th November 2023.

After taking evidence from Jockey MM Firdaus, the rider of STORM TO WIN and Acting Trainer HS Lim and reviewing all angles of the race video, Jockey MM Firdaus was found 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 that:

After jumping from the 1300M-mark, he remained in a wide position until the 600M-mark, thereby covering unnecessary ground and thereby failed to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards.

When deciding on a penalty, the Panel of Stewards took into consideration Jockey MM Firdaus’s riding records and his points of mitigation. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of six (6) months, effective from Monday, 6^th November 2023 and to expire on 5^th May 2024, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his right of appeal (3:15pm).

PERAK OCTOBER MEETING 2023 – RACE 7 (R1172) KINGSTONE RUBY HANDICAP – CLASS 5(B) 1300M(LC) – SUNDAY, 29^TH OCTOBER 2023

The Panel of Stewards concluded an Inquiry into the running and handling of JAKAMA PEGASUS today, Saturday, 4^th November 2023.

After taking evidence from App Z Syafifie in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Trainer K Coetzee, Acting Trainer HS Lim and Assistant Trainer R Burnett and reviewing all angles of the above race, App Z Syafifie, the rider of JAKAMA PEGASUS was found guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(8), as read with Rule 44(8)(a) for failing to take all reasonable and permissible measures throughout the race to ensure that JAKAMA PEGASUS was given a full opportunity of obtaining the best possible placing.

The particulars of the charge are that:

He failed to give sufficient reins on jumping, resulting in JAKAMA PEGASUS jumping awkwardly and losing considerable ground, thereby racing at the back of the field, which was contrary to his instructions;
He failed to ride with sufficient vigour and determination from the 500M-mark to the finish.

When deciding on a penalty, the Panel of Stewards took into consideration App Z Syafifie’s riding records and his points of mitigation. He was disqualified for a period of one (1) year with immediate effect, i.e. from 4^th November 2023 and to expire on 3^rd November 2024, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his right of appeal (12:50pm).

PERAK NOVEMBER MEETING 2023 – RACE 7 (R1202) 2007 FREE SPIRIT HANDICAP CLASS 5(A) – 1200M (SC), SUNDAY, 5^TH NOVEMBER 2023

Jockey MM Firdaus was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to fulfill his riding engagement on GOLDEN SHOW in the above race without a valid reason.

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

5^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PERAK NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 16^th November 2023 (V23/172) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 33 sets of coded urine and 33 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 5^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

5^TH NOVEMBER 2023

PERAK NOVEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 16^th November 2023 (V23/173) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 5^th November 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 18^TH NOVEMBER 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
2	DARK WIZARD	Sore back	Vet examination
2	I’M THE MAN	Bruised off fore foot	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 18^TH NOVEMBER 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	THE JEWELLER	Vet examination
2	POWER EXPRESS	Vet examination

SUMMARY

Fine(s)

Name of Licensee

Horse name

Date of Fine imposed

Fine amount (RM)

MRA Rule/Regulation

PRTC

Race 7

5/11/2023

Jockey MM Firdaus

GOLDEN SHOW

18/11/2023

250/-

152(5)(a)

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG OCTOBER MEETING 2023

SATURDAY, 14^TH OCTOBER 2023

STATE OF TRACK: YIELDING

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman)

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

RACE 1 (MRA 1108) CLASS 5 (B) – 1400M

DON’T FORGET THIS was withdrawn with permission of the Stewards as it failed to arrive on time on course as a result of the float breakdown on the highway en route to the Penang Turf Club.

PENANG GENERAL (App Z Syafifie) jumped awkwardly outwards.

SUNNY STAR (S Ruzaini) was slowly away.

BIG MONKEY (AM Aizat) was racing keen in the early and middle stages.

Entering the home straight, SUNNY STAR switched out over the heels of LEEDSTHEWAY (R Narendran) to obtain clear running.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	BIG MONKEY	AM Aizat	1:29.1	–
2^nd	1	SUNNY STAR	S Ruzaini	–	1
3^rd	6	PENANG MAN	App N Shahronizam	–	1
4^th	5	LEEDSTHEWAY	R Narendran	–	1

RACE 2 (MRA 1109) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M

BANGKOK BOY and LUCK HAPPY were both withdrawn with permission of the Stewards as they failed to arrive on time on course as a result of the float breakdown on the highway en route to the Penang Turf Club.

The Official Starter reported that there was a problem with the electronic start device and as such, this race was started manually.

MYSTICAL STAR ((App N Shahronizam) was slow into stride and was obliged to race wide on the turn.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	SUNNY FIGHTER	App Z Syafifie	1:27.3	–
2^nd	5	MERRY BELL	App SN Shiva	–	2 ¼
3^rd	1	EKRAAR PHOENIX	HK Cheng	–	1 ¼
4^th	4	MYSTICAL STAR	App N Shahronizam	–	3 ½

RACE 3 (MRA 1110) COMBINED CLASSES 3 & 4 – 1200M

GEORGETOWN, CAVANA and SHOWCASE THE GOLD were all withdrawn with permission of the Stewards as they failed to arrive on time on course as a result of the float breakdown on the highway en route to the Penang Turf Club.

NO REGRETS (App N Shiva) jumped awkwardly inwards.

RONALDO’S DREAM (S Ruzaini) over-raced in the early stages.

NO REGRETS had a tendency to hang outwards in the straight.

Placing

Horse

number

Horse

Rider

Time

Distance [length(s)]

1^st

NO REGRETS

App SN Shiva

1:13.6

–

2^nd

RONALDO’S DREAM

S Ruzaini

–

4 ¼

RACE 4 (MRA 1111) CLASS 5(A) – 1100M

CASTLE OCEAN and YOU ARE GENIUS were both withdrawn with permission of the Stewards as they failed to arrive on time on course as a result of the float breakdown on the highway en route to the Penang Turf Club.

BIG BUS (How Yang)) raced wide rounding the turn and entering the straight, finishing the race wide.

ELUSIVE EMPEROR (TK Barnabas) had a tendency to lay outwards in the straight.

A post-race veterinary examination of ELUSIVE EMPEROR revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	CAORUNN	S Salee	1:06.7	–
2^nd	7	BIG POWER	App N Shahronizam	–	3
3^rd	5	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	AM Aizat	–	2 ¼
4^th	3	ATLANTIC ARROW	App SN Shiva	–	2

HEARING OF APPEAL FROM PROFESSIONAL JOCKEY RUEVEN RAVINDRA A/L JAMES RAVINDRA (R RUEVEN) AGAINST THE FINDING AND THE PENALTY OF THREE MONTHS’ SUSPENSION AND RM10,000/- FINE IMPOSED BY THE STIPENDIARY STEWARDS FOR CONTRAVENTION OF MRA RULE 44(10) FOR THE RUNNING AND HANDLING OF “MERRY BELL” IN RACE 1 (MRA 0895) ON SUNDAY, 20^TH AUGUST 2023, PENANG TURF CLUB AUGUST MEETING 2023

The Penang Turf Club Racing Stewards today (14^th October 2023) heard the above Appeal.

After considering the submissions from Jockey R Rueven and the Stipendiary Steward, and after reviewing the video replay, the Racing Stewards dismissed the Appeal. The penalty of three months’ suspension was confirmed and the RM10,000/- fine remained. Jockey R Rueven’s suspension takes effect from today, (Saturday, 14^th October 2023) and to expire on Saturday, 13^th January 2024, both dates inclusive.

The Appeal deposit was forfeited.

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

23^RD SEPTEMBER 2023

PERAK SEPTEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 6^th October 2023 (V23/148) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 27 sets of coded urine and 27 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 23^rd September 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

23^RD SEPTEMBER 2023

PERAK SEPTEMBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 6^th October 2023 (V23/149) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 23^rd September 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

1^ST OCTOBER 2023

PERAK OCTOBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 12^th October 2023 (V23/153) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 26 sets of coded urine and 28 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 1^st October 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

1^ST OCTOBER 2023

PERAK OCTOBER MEETING 2023

The report dated 12^th October 2023 (V23/154) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 1^st October 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 14^TH OCTOBER 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
2	YOU ARE SPECIAL	Oral ulcers	Vet examination
3	JOJU	Bruised off fore suspensory ligament	Vet examination
3	MYO	Sore back	Vet examination
4	NEW GARDEN	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
4	FIRST SUCCESS	Sore back	Vet examination

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG SEPTEMBER MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 10^TH SEPTEMBER 2023

STATE OF TRACK: SOFT

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman)

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	MYSTICAL STAR	S Ruzaini	M Ewe	Medical
2	LADY ASTA	S Ruzaini	HK Cheng	Medical
3	MULTIBLUE SHARK	S Ruzaini	M Ewe	Medical

RACE 1 (MRA 0978) CLASS 5 (A) – 1600M

MYSTICAL STAR (M Ewe) was slow into stride.

JEFFREY which raced poorly, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Jockey TK Barnabas was shown the video of his ride of JEFFREY and was warned of his obligation to ride his mount out to the end of the race, failing which action may be taken against him.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	PENANG GENERAL	App Z Syafifie	1:40.7	–
2^nd	1	DAVINCI	HS Gill	–	1 ¼
3^rd	4	OVERSEER	App SN Shiva	–	Neck
4^th	2	MYSTICAL STAR	M Ewe	–	4

RACE 2 (MRA 0979) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

ELUSIVE EMPEROR 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.

ELUSIVE EMPEROR (TK Barnabas) jumped awkwardly.

SUNNY STAR (HS Gill) was slow into stride.

At approximately the 800M-mark, BIG BUS (AM Aizat) was racing tight on the inside of LADY ASTA (HK Cheng).

A post-race veterinary examination of LUKE MAN (M Ewe) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Jockey HS Gill, the rider of SUNNY STAR, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of SUNNY STAR revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	ELUSIVE EMPEROR	TK Barnabas	1:07.2	–
2^nd	8	PENANG BANK	R Narendran	–	2 ¼
3^rd	5	LADY ASTA	HK Cheng	–	Neck
4^th	4	ATLANTIC ARROW	App SN Shiva	–	2 ¾

RACE 3 (MRA 0980 ) COMBINED CLASSES 4 & 5 – 1400M

LUCKY STAR, a course scratching as it had sustained a stone bruise off fore foot, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

EKRAAR PHOENIX (App SN Shiva) was slow into stride.

Passing the 400M-mark, App A Azizi, the rider of PLACE YOUR BET, dropped his whip. He was warned that a repetition may lead to a penalty being imposed.

The saddle on MERRY BELL (App Z Syafifie) slipped back in the running.

A post-race veterinary examination of MERRY BELL revealed no obvious abnormality.

Jockey TK Barnabas, the rider of LEESTOWN EXPRESS, was shown the video of his ride in the straight and was warned against the practice of using his whip when his mount is clearly out of contention.

LEESTOWN EXPRESS which raced poorly, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	JOEY	HS Gill	1:25.4	–
2^nd	4	EKRAAR PHOENIX	App SN Shiva	–	6 ¾
3^rd	3	MULTIBLUE SHARK	M Ewe	–	Neck
4^th	9	LEEDSTHEWAY	R Narendran	–	1 ¾

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

20^TH AUGUST 2023

PENANG AUGUST MEETING 2023

The report dated 1^st September 2023 (V23/127) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 9 sets of coded urine and 15 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 21^st August 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

20^TH AUGUST 2023

PENANG AUGUST MEETING 2023

The report dated 1^st September 2023 (V23/128) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 sets of coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 21^st August 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

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

TILSWORTH MICK (K97) Tr. F Maynard – Arthroscopy Right Knee – 1000M/Vet

PNTC – SUNDAY, 10^TH SEPTEMBER 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
3	YOU ARE SPECIAL	Bruised near hind cannon	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 10^TH SEPTEMBER 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	JEFFREY	1000M & vet examination
3	LUCKY STAR	Vet examination
3	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	1000M & vet examination
Vet PRTC	TILSWORTH MICK	1000M & vet examination

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG AUGUST MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 20^TH AUGUST 2023

STATE OF TRACK: SOFT

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman)

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	MYSTICAL STAR	J Daniel	App A Azizi	Flight delay

RACE 1 (MRA 0895) CLASS 5 (B) – 1600M

As there was no suitable rider available, the Stewards permitted App A Azizi to replace Jockey J Daniel as the rider of MYSTICAL STAR when the latter encountered flight delay.

MYSTICAL STAR was slow into stride.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that LEEDSTHEWAY (K Eirwan) returned having cast its off fore plate.

Jockey R Rueven, the rider of MERRY BELL, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of MERRY BELL revealed no obvious abnormality.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, Jockey R Rueven, the rider of MERRY BELL, 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 were that after having a good jump and taking the lead, he unnecessarily sat against his mount from approximately the 1400M-mark to the 1200M-mark, thereby making insufficient effort to ride MERRY BELL to the instruction given by the Trainer.

When deciding on penalty, the Stewards took into account the facts of this case, Jockey R Rueven’s points of mitigation and his record. Jockey R Rueven was suspended from riding in races for a period of three (3) months with effect from Monday, 21^st August 2023 and to expire on Monday, 20^thNovember 2023, both days inclusive. In addition, he was fined a sum of RM10,000/- (Malaysian Ringgit Ten Thousand). He was advised of his Right of Appeal (6.09 pm).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	MYSTICAL STAR	App A Azizi	1:43.2	–
2^nd	1	BIG POWER	App R Nuqman	–	6 ¼
3^rd	2	MERRY BELL	R Rueven	–	¾
4^th	3	LEEDSTHEWAY	K Eirwan	–	5

RACE 2 (MRA 0896) CLASS 5 (A) –1600M

SUNNY STAR (R Rueven) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and was passed fit to race.

BIG MONKEY (App R Nuqman) jumped awkwardly.

JET BLACK (App A Azizi) had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight,

BIG MONKEY shifted in from the whip over the last 200M.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that EKRAAR PHOENIX (J Daniel) returned having cast its off fore plate.

Jockey R Rueven, the rider of SUNNY STAR, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of SUNNY STAR revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	5	DAVINCI	App SN Shiva	1:45.6	–
2^nd	3	BIG MONKEY	App R Nuqman	–	1 ¾
3^rd	1	EKRAR PHOENIX	J Daniel	–	1 ¾
4^th	4	SUNNY STAR	R Rueven	–	1 ½

RACE 3 (MRA 0897) CLASS 5 (B) – 1200M

TK STAR, a course scratching as it was knocked near fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

HELLO MONDAY 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

Jockey J Daniel was fined RM500/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) as read with MRA Rule 107(10) for failing to make the carded weight on POWER EXPRESS. As there was no suitable rider available, the Stewards permitted the withdrawal of POWER EXPRESS at 4.03pm.

PARISBAS (K Eirwan) and SUNTZU (App SN Shiva) were both slow into stride.

SUNTZU commenced to hang out from the top of the straight and finished the race wide.

PARISBAS shifted away from the whip in the later stages.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that LADY ASTA (R Rueven) returned with speedy cut on its left hock.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	LADY ASTA	R Rueven	1:16.0	–
2^nd	5	PENANG MAN	App R Nuqman	–	4
3^rd	4	PARISBAS	K Eirwan	–	Neck
4^th	3	HELLO MONDAY	AM Aizat	–	1 ¼

RACE 4 (MRA 0898) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

BIG BUS (K Eirwan) jumped awkwardly.

BIG BUS raced wide at the turn and entered the home straight wide.

Jockey R Rueven, the rider of SECKILL, reported that his mount was not striding out freely and was making abnormal respiratory noise. A post-race veterinary examination of SECKILL revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	SUNNY FIGHTER	J Daniel	1:16.3	–
2^nd	2	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	App R Nuqman	–	Neck
3^rd	1	SECKILL	R Rueven	–	4 ¾
4^th	4	BIG BUS	K Eirwan	–	4 ½

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

23^RD JULY 2023

PENANG JULY MEETING 2023

The report dated 3^rd August 2023 (V23/113) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 16 coded urine and 20 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 24^th July 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

23^RD JULY 2023

PENANG JULY MEETING 2023

The report dated 3^rd August 2023 (V23/114) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 24^th July 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

RACE 5 (R818) CLASS 4 (A) – 1200M, JAPAN RACING ASSOCIATION CUP,

SUNDAY, 30^TH JULY 2023, DAY 2, PENANG SPRINT TROPHY MEETING 2023

CRAZY DREAMS (K Eirwan) collapsed and died at the unsaddling enclosure. A post-mortem report will follow.

Following up from the above incident, please be advised that the Post-Mortem findings pertaining to the above stated as follows:-

“All the internal organs namely lungs, heart, liver, spleen, kidneys, stomach, small intestines, colon were normal.

Cause of Death: Probable cardiac arrest associated with stress exacerbated by horse being dry coated. All the blood and urine samples were sent to USAINS for analysis.”

POST-MORTEM SAMPLE ANALYSIS

30^TH JULY 2023

PENANG SPRINT TROPHY MEETING 2023

The report dated 11^th August 2023 (PM/V23/005) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that one (1) set of coded blood sample and one (1) set of coded urine sample from the above-mentioned race meeting was received on 31^st July 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. The sample coded “36528” revealed the presence of “Dexamethasone” and “Chlorpheniramine”, both prohibited substances under the MRA Rules. After decoding this sample number, it was established that the sample was reported to have been taken during the post-mortem procedure from the horse “CRAZY DREAMS” which collapsed and died at the unsaddling enclosure after the running of Race 5 on Sunday, 30^th July 2023, Penang Turf Club Sprint Trophy Meeting 2023. It was also established that the horse was administered “Antihistamine” (Chlorpheniramine Maleate (and) Dexamethasone) intravenously by the Club Veterinary Surgeon as an emergency treatment immediately after it collapsed.

Since the findings of the post-mortem sample analysis by USains Biomics Laboratory is consistent with the emergency treatment received by CRAZY DREAMS, no further action is taken.

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

30^TH JULY 2023

PENANG SPRINT TROPHY MEETING 2023

The report dated 10^th August 2023 (V23/116) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 30 coded urine and 36 sets of coded blood samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 31^st July 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

30^TH JULY 2023

PENANG SPRINT TROPHY MEETING 2023

The report dated 10^th August 2023 (V23/117) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 31^stJuly 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	SECOND CHANCE	Sole bruise both fore	Vet examination
2	SHANGANI	Old injury off fore	Vet examination
4	GOLDEN SHOW	Nail prick near fore foot	Vet examination
4	TILSWORTH JACOBI	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
4	DON’T FORGET THIS	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination

PNTC – 20^th AUGUST 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s)	Remark(s)
3	TK STAR	Vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1	Jockey R Rueven	MERRY BELL	20/8/2023	10,000/-	44(10)
R3	Jockey J Daniel	POWER EXPRESS	20/8/2023	500/-	152(5)(a) as read with 107(10)
R1	R Rueven	MERRY BELL	Suspended 3 months under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG SPRINT TROPHY MEETING 2023

2^ND DAY, SUNDAY, 30^TH JULY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: SOFT (Race 1 to Race 3)

YIELDING (Race 4 to Race 11)

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman)

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	SUNTZU	S Zulfikri	AM Aizat	Medical
2	ROCKY LABU	S Zufikri	O Chavez	Medical
5	CRAZY DREAMS	S Zulfikri	K Eirwan	Medical
7	CAPE LINCOLN	R Rueven	O Chavez	Medical
9	WISHUPONASTAR	App Z Syafifie	S Anandan	Unable to make the carded weight
10	INVINCIBLE HERO	R Rueven	R Narendran	Medical
11	POWER EXPRESS	R Rueven	K Eirwan	Medical

RACE 1 (R814) CLASS 5 (B) – 1300M

TK STAR, a course scratching as it had sustained bruised near fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

BINTANG TIMOR which was down 25kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

The Stewards permitted Jockey AM Aizat to replace Jockey S Zulfikri as the rider of SUNTZU when the latter was medically stood down.

MODRIC (KP Lim) was fractious in the barrier and reared up, being slow into stride. The gelding will be required to pass one starting stall test before being declared to race again.

PENANG GENERAL (K Eirwan) was slow into stride.

At approximately the 1200M-mark, WHAT A BOSS (M Ewe) was crowded and had to check when FIRST SUCCESS (App N Shahronnizam) shifted inwards. At a subsequent inquiry, App N Shahronnizam, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Mr K Ananthen, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii). He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) race days with effect from Monday, 31^st July 2023 and to expire on Sunday, 20^th August 2023, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (1.35pm).

At about the 100M-mark, MODRIC was crowded and had to steady when BINTANG TIMOR (R Rueven) rolled inwards. Jockey R Rueven was shown the video of the incident and warned to make a greater attempt to keep his mount on a straight course in future.

Jockey L De Souza, the rider of HAPPY LUCKY STAR, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of HAPPY LUCKY STAR revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer B Ng was questioned with regards to the improved performance of MERRY BELL (J Daniel) today. He has no explanation other than that MERRY BELL had been working well and this is the gelding’s first run under his care. His explanation was noted and his attention was drawn to the rules regarding “in- and-out” running. (MRA Rule 117(3))

Placing	Horsenumber	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	11	MERRY BELL	J Daniel	1:20.3	–
2^nd	3	DOGE TO THE MOON	App Clyde Leck	–	1 ¼
3^rd	5	BINTANG TIMOR	R Rueven	–	½
4^th	4	THE SWAN	S Anandan	–	½

RACE 2 (R815) CLASS 5 (B) – 1100M

UNSHADOWED GENERAL which was down 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.

The Stewards permitted Jockey O Chavez to replace Jockey S Zulfikri as the rider of ROCKY LABU .

PARISBAS (App N Sharohronnizam) and ROCKY LABU (O Chavez) were both slow into stride.

LEGACY FIGHTER (V Espindola) jumped awkwardly outwards, inconveniencing COUNTRY LAW (App Z Syafifie).

At approximately the 300M-mark, Jockey V Espindola (LEGACY FIGHTER) lost his whip when it was accidentally struck from his hand by App A Azizi, the rider of LADY ASTA.

AYAAN (Z Khairil) was hanging in in the straight.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that BRIGHT SUN (HK Cheng) returned lame off fore and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again. PARISBAS returned, having cast its off fore plate.

Placing	Horsenumber	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	LUCKY THIRTYNINE	AM Aizat	1:06.4	–
2^nd	3	AYAAN	Z Khairil	–	¾
3^rd	2	UNSHADOWED GENERAL	App Clyde Leck	–	1
4^th	8	LEGACY FIGHTER	V Espindola	–	6 ¼

RACE 3 (R816) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M SALISBURY RACECOURSE TROPHY

MADE IN CHINA, a course scratching as it had colic, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Upon jumping, BROADWAY SUCCESS (HS Gill) was inconvenienced when racingtight between ASIAN JET (S Anandan) and BITCOIN KING (AM Aizat).

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

Placing	Horsenumber	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	8	SPEEDY DEMON	R Rueven	1:06.6	–
2^nd	2	ZILFIKAR	KP Lim	–	1 ¾
3^rd	7	BITCOIN KING	AM Aizat	–	½
4^th	1	PERFECT BRANDZ	App Clyde Leck	–	1

RACE 4 (R817) RAPID STAKES A – 1300M (LISTED)

DR LIM AH SOO MEMORIAL TROPHY (ONLY APPRENTICE ALLOWANCE PERMITTED)

MOONGATE LIGHT is withdrawn from this race as it had secured a run in Race 9.

DANCING RAIN, STRONG N BEST and STRONG N POWERFUL which were down 18kgs, 46kgs and 26kgs in body weight respectively since their last runs, were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and were all passed fit to start.

Trainers V Sivan and C Leck were each fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for STRONG N BEST (R Rueven) and CHONKY POTATO (App A Suriya) respectively.

STRONG N BEST jumped awkwardly and was slow into stride.

Jockey R Rueven, the rider of STRONG N BEST, reported that he was hit by a clod of mud shortly after the start. He was examined by the Club Medical Officer and was certified fit to continue riding for the remainder of the day.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that STAR BULLET (O Chavez) 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.

Placing	Horsenumber	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	GAMESTONKS	App Clyde Leck	1:17.8	–
2^nd	6	CHONKY POTATO	App A Suriya	–	`1 ¼
3^rd	5	STRONG N POWERFUL	App WW Cheah	–	2 ¾
4^th	4	STRONG N BEST	R Rueven	–	½

RACE 5 (R818) CLASS 4 (A) – 1200M JAPAN RACING ASSOCIATION CUP

ZHU CAPTAIN which had sustained sore back and UNDER OATH which had sustained bruised back and swollen near hind fetlock are both course scratching. Each will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

CHICAGO STAR which was down 29kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

TOP GUN (S Anandan) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and was passed fit to race.

The Stewards permitted Jockey K Eirwan to replace Jockey S Zulfikri as the rider of CRAZY DREAMS.

CHICAGO STAR (App WW Cheah) reared slightly as the start was being effected.

Shortly after the start, NO REGRETS (HS Gill) was crowded when racing tight on the inside of JOJU (L De Souza).

Passing the 200M-mark, App A Suriya, the rider of BLUE HAWAII, dismounted and led his mount back. A post-race veterinary examination of BLUE HAWAII revealed that the gelding 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.

CRAZY DREAMS (K Eirwan) collapsed and died at the unsaddling enclosure. A post-mortem report will follow.

App Clyde Leck, the rider of NAUGHTY KID, reported that his whip broke during running.

Jockey J Daniel, the rider of BRUTUS, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of BRUTUS revealed no obvious abnormality.

A post-race veterinary examination of NO REGRETS revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horsenumber	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	CHICAGO STAR	App WW Cheah	1:12.5	–
2^nd	7	JOJU	L De Souza	–	2
3^rd	13	TOP GUN	S Anandan	–	Short head
4^th	2	BRUTUS	J Daniel	–	½

RACE 6 (R819) CLASS 4 (A) – 1700M PINJARRA RACE CLUB TROPHY

Approaching the 800M-mark, MULTIBLUE SHARK (AM Aizat) and NORTHERN STAR (V Espindola) were racing extremely tight. Both riders appeared before the Stewards after the race and were warned to ensure that they give each other sufficient room in the future.

Placing	Horsenumber	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	NORDIC GEM	M Ewe	1:45.9	–
2^nd	3	SMART RACER	App A Suriya	–	1
3^rd	6	NORTHERN STAR	V Espindola	–	1
4^th	5	MENTAL	App Clyde Leck	–	Nose

RACE 7 (R820) CLASS 5 (A) – 1700M

GRAND KNIGHT, a course scratching as it had colic, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

TWINKLE STAR which was down 16kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

The Stewards permitted Jockey O Chavez to replace Jockey R Rueven as the rider of CAPE LINCOLN when the latter was stood down by the Club Medical Officer.

RAISE ME UP (KP Lim) stood, hesitated and was slow to begin.

On jumping, TWINKLE STAR (V Espindola) jumped awkwardly outwards, carrying SILENT PRINCE (App Clyde Leck) outwards onto MOMENT OF JUSTICE (L De Souza), resulting in SECOND CHANCE (AM Aizat) being crowded momentarily.

Shortly after the start, BIG CHINA (E Ferreira) and CAPE LINCOLN brushed.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that CAPE LINCOLN returned having cast its off hind plate.

Placing	Horsenumber	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	SILENT PRINCE	App Clyde Leck	1:46.6	–
2^nd	7	BIG CHINA	E Ferreira	–	1 ½
3^rd	3	MOMENT OF JUSTICE	L De Souza	–	Nose
4^th	6	SOON YOU THINK	HS Gill	–	Head

RACE 8 (R821) CLASS 4 (A) – 1400M PERTH RACING TROPHY

SUSPICIOUS MIND, a course scratching as it had sustained nail bind injury near fore foot, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

THUNDERGOD (KP Lim) jumped awkwardly.

A post-race veterinary examination of THUNDERGOD revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horsenumber	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	5	RADETZKY MARSCH	HS Gill	1:25.0	–
2^nd	3	NOVA FALCON	AM Aizat	–	1 ½
3^rd	1	OCEAN LAW	App Z Syafifie	–	1 ¾
4^th	4	IPOH KAIGEH	R Narendran	–	10

RACE 9 (R822) MALAYSIA GROUP 1 – 1400M

PENANG SPRINT TROPHY [3 YEAR OLDS & ABOVE] [SET-WEIGHTS] RIDER ALLOWANCES NOT PERMITTED)

Emergency acceptor, DANCING RAIN was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

AWESOME STORM, a course scratching as it had sustained bruised near fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

App Z Syafifie was fined RM500/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) as read with MRA Rule 107(10) for failing to make the carded weight on WISHUPONASTAR. As there was no suitable apprentice available, the Stewards permitted Jockey S Anandan to replace App Z Syafifie as the rider of WISHUPONASTAR.

Placing	Horsenumber	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	BERRY BLISS	App Clyde Leck	1:23.7	–
2^nd	13	KONG FU PANDA	App A Suriya	–	1 ¼
3^rd	7	SAN ANDREAS	O Chavez	–	4
4^th	14	GOLDEN KING	V Espindola	–	Neck

RACE 10 (R 823) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M

BRISTOL DIAMOND, a course scratching as it had sustained bruised off fore pastern, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

The Stewards permitted Jockey R Narendran to replace Jockey R Rueven as the rider of INVINCIBLE HERO.

INVINCIBLE HERO jumped awkwardly.

GOLDEN SHOW (Z Khairil) jumped awkwardly, brushing LISBOA STAR (App WW Cheah).

BATTLESTAR (KP Lim) was obliged to race wide on the turn.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that KING POWER (AM Aizat) returned having cast its off fore plate.

Placing	Horsenumber	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	GOLDEN SHOW	Z Khairil	1:19.1	–
2^nd	10	SUNNY FIGHTER	L De Souza	–	½
3^rd	9	ARROGATE ACHIEVER	App Clyde Leck	–	Short head
4^th	7	BIG MONKEY	HS Gill	–	¾

RACE 11 (R824) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M

ELUSIVE EMPEROR, a course scratching as it had suffered cellulitis off fore leg, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Trainer HS Lim was fined RM1,000/- under MRA Regulation 20.6 as read with MRA Regulation 20.3.1 for failing to ensure the vaccination status (Equine Influenza) was current for BANGKOK BOY (App A Azizi). BANGKOK BOY was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at 3.55 pm.

SUNNY STAR (L De Souza) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and was passed fit to race.

The Stewards permitted Jockey K Eirwan to replace Jockey R Rueven as the rider of POWER EXPRESS.

At approximately the 800M-mark, ELITE SAINT (J Daniel) steadied when racing tight on the inside of POWER EXPRESS. Jockey K Eirwan was shown the video of the incident and was warned to ensure that he gives runners more room under similar circumstances in the future.

Jockey L De Souza, the rider of SUNNY STAR, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of SUNNY STAR revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horsenumber	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	5	SIVAJI ROCKET	Z Khairil	1:19.2	–
2^nd	1	ELITE SAINT	J Daniel	–	1 ¼
3^rd	10	YES BOSSY	HS Gill	–	2 ¼
4^th	11	POWER EXPRESS	K Eirwan	–	1 ¾

GENERAL REPORT(S)

HEARING OF APPEAL FROM APPRENTICE JOCKEY SHAWN SIA CHUNG

SHUN (APPRENTICE S SIA) AGAINST THE PENALTY OF ONE (1) YEAR DISQUALIFICATION IMPOSED BY THE STIPENDIARY STEWARDS UNDER MRA RULE 44(8) AS READ WITH MRA RULE 44(8)(a) FOR THE RUNNING AND HANDLING OF “EMPHATIC” IN RACE 7 (R470) ON SUNDAY, 30^TH APRIL 2023, PENANG TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023

The Penang Turf Club Racing Stewards heard the above Appeal on 28^th July 2023.

After considering the submissions from App S Sia in the presence of his Employing Trainer, Mr R Lines and the Senior Stipendiary Steward, and after reviewing the video replay, the Racing Stewards dismissed the Appeal. The penalty of one year disqualification which took effect from Friday, 12^th May 2023 and to expire on 11^th May 2024, both dates inclusive, was confirmed.

The appeal deposit was forfeited.

PNTC – SUNDAY, 30^TH JULY 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	DON’T FORGET THIS	Bruised off fore cannon	Vet examination
2	YOU ARE GENIUS	Bruised off hind fetlock	Vet examination
3	JAPAN CAPTAIN	Bruised off fore sole	Vet examination
4	CHINESE TEA	Bruised off fore foot	Vet examination
4	WATCH THE THRONE	Skin allergy	Vet examination
4	HEADHUNTER	Bruised near fore foot	Vet examination
5	MR G	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
6	MIGHT IS RIGHT	Bruised both fore fetlocks	Vet examination
7	SHANGANI	Injury off fore	Vet examination
7	DREAM CAN BE REAL	Nail prick off fore foot	Vet examination
7	GIANT KILLING	Bruised near fore foot	Vet examination
8	GEORGETOWN	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
8	LANKARAN	Bruised back	Vet examination
10	LUCKY SIXTYSIX	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 30^TH JULY 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	TK STAR	Vet examination
2	BRIGHT SUN	1000M & Vet examination
3	MADE IN CHINA	Vet examination
4	STAR BULLET	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
5	ZHU CAPTAIN & UNDER OATH	Vet examination each
5	BLUE HAWAII	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
6	Nil
7	GRAND KNIGHT	Vet examination
8	SUSPICIOUS MIND	Vet examination
9	AWESOME STORM	Vet examination
10	BRISTOL DIAMOND	Vet examination
11	ELUSIVE EMPEROR	Vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R4	Trainer V Sivan	STRONG N BEST	30/7/2023	100/-	65(5)(c)
R4	Trainer C Leck	CHONKY POTATO	30/7/2023	100/-	65(5)(c)
R9	App Z Syafifie	WISHUPONASTAR	30/7/2023	500/-	152(5)(a) as read with 107(10)
R11	Trainer HS Lim	BANGKOK BOY	30/7/2023	1,000/-	20.6 as read with 20.3.1
Suspension (s)	R1App N Shahronnizam (FIRST SUCCESS)	Suspended 2 race days under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) for careless riding.

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG JULY MEETING 2023

1^ST DAY, SUNDAY, 23^RD JULY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: YIELDING

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman)

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
4	BATTLESTAR	KP Lim	AM Aizat	Wrongly declared

RACE 1 (R784) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M

EKRAAR PHOENIX (KP Lim) jumped awkwardly outwards, brushing ULURU (App SN Shiva).

Passing the 200M-mark, EKRAAR PHOENIX switched out to obtain a clear run and in so doing, carried SING DARCI (K Eirwan) wide.

QUEEN FORCE (R Rueven) was obliged to race wide on the turn.

Jockey AM Aizat, the rider of COUNTRY LAW and Jockey R Rueven, the rider of QUEEN FORCE, both reported that their mounts were not striding out freely. Post-race veterinary examinations of COUNTRY LAW and QUEEN FORCE revealed no obvious abnormality. QUEEN FORCE which raced poorly, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Jockey K Eirwan, the rider of SING DARCI , was shown the video of the start and he was warned by the Stewards that in future, he would be expected to make a greater attempt to jump his horse out on terms with the field.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	7	ULURU	App SN Shiva	1:26.5	–
2^nd	10	POWER EXPRESS	L De Souza	–	1 ¼
3^rd	3	MY AIM	App Z Syafifie	–	¾
4^th	1	EKRAAR PHOENIX	KP Lim	–	1 ¼

RACE 2 (R785) CLASS 4 (A) –1300M

PLACE YOUR BET, a course scratching as it was bruised near fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

HEARTS OF GOLD which was down 16kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

SACRED GALAXY (App Z Syafifie) was slow into stride and thereafter was tightened when racing on the outside of WINNER’S EUPHORIA (TK Barnabas).

At approximately the 900M-mark, GEORGETOWN (V Espindola) steadied when racing tight on the inside of MULTIBLUE SHARK (AM Aizat).

Jockey KP Lim, the rider of TRUDY, reported that his mount was making abnormal respiratory noise. A post-race veterinary examination of TRUDY revealed that the mare returned with epiglottis entrapment and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

A post-race veterinary examination of IPOH KAIGEH (R Rueven) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	5	HEARTS OF GOLD	L De Souza	1:18.9	–
2^nd	7	DISCRETELY RED	S Saddam	–	½
3^rd	3	MULTIBLUE SHARK	AM Aizat	–	3
4^th	2	GEORGETOWN	V Espindola	–	Head

RACE 3 (R786) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

PENANG GENERAL (App SN Shiva) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and was passed fit to race.

INVICTUS WARRIOR (HS Gill) and PENANG GENERAL were both slow into stride.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that INVICTUS WARRIOR 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.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	ACES WILD	M Ewe	1:12.8	–
2^nd	5	LUCKY SIXTYSIX	S Saddam	–	2
3^rd	2	TERMS OF REFERENCE	KP Lim	–	1 ½
4^th	4	KING POWER	AM Aizat	–	neck

RACE 4 (R787) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

Trainer S Hamilton was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for wrongly declaring Jockey KP Lim on BATTLESTAR instead of Jockey AM Aizat.

Trainer T Asosgan was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for TK STAR (K Eirwan).

Before the start of the race, Trainer B Ng informed the Stewards that BRIGHT SUN (HK Cheng) resents the use of the whip and as such, he instructed Jockey HK Cheng to ride hands and heels.

CAORUNN (L De Souza), PARISBAS (R Narendran) and PENANG MAN (V Espindola) were all slow into stride.

The saddle on D’GREAT CHANCE (R Rueven) slipped backwards in the running.

TK STAR raced poorly and wide throughout. A veterinary examination was requested which revealed no obvious abnormality.

Jockey R Rueven, the rider of D’GREAT CHANCE, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of D’GREAT CHANCE revealed that the gelding returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	BATTLESTAR	AM Aizat	1:12.6	–
2^nd	2	CAORUNN	L De Souza	–	¾
3^rd	6	BRIGHT SUN	HK Cheng	–	1 ¼
4^th	10	PENANG MAN	V Espindola	–	3 ¼

RACE 5 (R788) CLASS 4 (A) – 1100M

BILLY MOJO 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.

Trainer S Hamilton was fined RM500/- under PNTC Official Programme Clause 3.4 for scratching SIMLONG BEACH without an Official Veterinary Certificate.

THUNDERGOD (KP Lim) jumped awkwardly, getting its head up.

THUNDERGOD raced poorly and a veterinary examination was requested which revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	DABBLE	HS Gill	1:06.3	–
2^nd	1	MYO	L De Souza	–	3 ½
3^rd	3	BILLY MOJO	V Espindola	–	1
4^th	5	STAY THE COURSE	S Saddam	–	Head

RACE 6 (R789) CLASS 5 (A) – 1600M

Emergency acceptor, MERRY BELL was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

SECOND CHANCE, a course scratching as it was bruised off hind fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

OVERSEER (L De Souza) was pulling hard and difficult to settle in the early and middle stages.

At approximately the 1300M-mark, THE JEWELLER (App SN Shiva) steadied momentarily when PURLE RAIN LADY (S Saddam) rolled inwards despite Jockey Saddam’s attempt to keep straight.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that EL PRIMERO (K Eirwan) 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.

A post-race veterinary examination of RAISE ME UP (KP Lim) revealed no obvious abnormality.

ALWRICH (HK Cheng) and NAPOLEON (App N Shahronnizam) which raced poorly, will each be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	PURPLE RAIN LADY	S Saddam	1:38.8	–
2^nd	8	OVERSEER	L De Souza	–	3 ¼
3^rd	7	MYSTICAL STAR	AM Aizat	–	3
4^th	9	CAPE LINCOLN	R Rueven	–	1 ¼

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

9^TH JULY 2023 – PERAK JULY MEETING 2023

The report dated 20^th July 2023 (V23/105) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 17 coded urine and 19 sets of coded blood samples from the above- mentioned race meeting were received on 9^th July 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

9^TH JULY 2023 – PERAK JULY MEETING 2023

The report dated 20^th July 2023 (V23/106) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that two (2) coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 9^th July 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected

APPEAL BY JOCKEY SS VANAN [SARAVANAN A/L SUPRAMANIAN] AGAINST THE ONE (1) YEAR DISQUALIFICATION AND RM30,000.00 FINE IMPOSED BY THE PANEL OF STEWARDS UNDER MRA RULE 44(8) AS READ WITH MRA RULE 44(8) (a) IN CONNECTION WITH HIS RIDING AND HANDLING OF “TAUBOSS” IN RACE 4 (R407) – CLASS 4(B) – 1300M (LC) – 2^ND DAY, SATURDAY, 15^TH APRIL 2023 – PERAK TURF CLUB APRIL MEETING 2023.

The Appellate Panel of Stewards heard the above appeal today, Wednesday, 12^th July 2023.

After hearing the submissions of Jockey SS Vanan and the Senior Stipendiary Steward, and after reviewing the videos of the race, the Appellate Panel amended the charge to one under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards.

Jockey SS Vanan was suspended from riding in races for a period of six (6) months effective from 22^nd April 2023 and to expire on 21^st October 2023 (both dates inclusive) and the fine of RM30,000/- remained. In addition, his deposit is forfeited.

PNTC, SUNDAY, 23^RD JULY 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	QUEEN FORCE	1000M & vet examination
2	PLACE YOUR BET	Vet examination
2	TRUDY	1000M & vet examination
3	INVICTUS WARRIOR	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
4	D’GREAT CHANCE	1000M & vet examination
5	Nil
6	SECOND CHANCE	Vet examination
6	EL PRIMERO	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
6	ALWRICH & NAPOLEON	1000M & vet examination each

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R4	Traner S Hamilton	BATTLESTAR	23/7/2023	250/-	152(5)(a)
R4	Trainer T Asogan	TK STAR	23/7/2023	100/-	65(5)(c)
R5	Trainer S Hamilton	SIMLONG BEACH	23/7/2023	500/-	PNTC Official Programme Clause 3.4