Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG JUNE MEETING 2023

1^ST DAY, SATURDAY, 10^TH JUNE 2023

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr Lee Seng He (Acting Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Steward)

RACE 1 (R618) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M

CAPE LINCOLN (S Anandan) and SUNNY STAR (S Saddam) bumped on jumping.

Passing the 700M-mark, EL PRIMERO (HS Gill) had to steady when GURNEY DRIVE (KP Lim) rolled in, resulting in MERRY BELL (App SN Shiva) which was following, having to steady outwards.

Passing the 100M-mark, JET BLACK (App A Azizi) laid in away from the whip, carrying CAPE LINCOLN inwards.

Over the concluding stages, the whip use of Jockey KP Lim (GURNEY DRIVE) was restricted when racing tight with MERRY BELL.

The saddle on RAISE ME UP (TK Barnabas) slipped back during the running.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that CAPE LINCOLN returned having cast its near fore plate.

Post-race veterinary examinations of EL PRIMERO and BRING T WIN (App Z Syafifie) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	SUNNY STAR	S Saddam	1:23.9	–
2^nd	11	MERRY BELL	App SN Shiva	–	¾
3^rd	1	GURNEY DRIVE	KP Lim	–	Neck
4^th	7	DAVINCI	R Narendran	–	Neck

RACE 2 (R619) CLASS 4 (A) –1400M

AGUERO JR, a course scratching as it had sustained cellulitis off fore cannon, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

LEGACY ROAR (App Z Syafifie) jumped awkwardly.

DISCRETELY RED (S Saddam) and RULE THE WORLD (HS Gill) bumped on jumping.

MAGIC CITY (S Anandan) trailed the field badly. A post-race veterinary examination of MAGIC CITY revealed that the gelding returned lame off hind 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 A Azizi) 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	6	RULE THE WORLD	HS Gill	1:23.5	–
2^nd	4	DISCRETELY RED	S Saddam	–	5 ¾
3^rd	1	LEGACY ROAR	App Z Syafifie	–	3 ¾
4^th	2	GENERAL NIX	App A Azizi	–	4 ¾

RACE 3 (R620) RAPID STAKES A – 1200M

ONLY APPRENTICES ALLOWANCES PERMITTED)

MOONGATE LIGHT is a course scratching as it was bruised near fore suspensory. The gelding will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

KERAUNO 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.

KERAUNO (Z Khairil) jumped awkwardly.

BIG DOCTOR (HS Gill) raced keenly in the early and middle stages.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	BIG DOCTOR	HS Gil	1:09.0	–
2^nd	3	KERAUNO	Z Khairil	–	½
3^rd	1	GRAND CROSS	S Saddam	–	1 ¼
4^th	6	EXDREAM	App SN Shiva	–	1 ¾

RACE 4 (R621) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

BRIGHT SUN, a course scratching as it was sore near fore fetlock, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

TK STAR (S Anandan) and DREAMS CAN BE REAL (App SN Shiva) were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barriers and were both passed fit to race.

SUPREMO LEX (TK Barnabas) jumped awkwardly inwards.

CHIPS (App N Sharonnizam) jumped awkwardly outwards and bumped NAMBIAR ROCKET (Z Khairil) onto DREAMS CAN BE REAL.

A post-race veterinary examination of LADY ASTA (App Z Syafifie) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	10	BIG BUS	S Saddam	1:05.0	–
2^nd	4	TK STAR	S Anandan	–	½
3^rd	5	NAMBIAR ROCKET	Z Khairil	–	1 ¼
4^th	7	D’GREAT EFFORT	HS Gill	–	Short head

GENERAL REPORT(S)

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

27^TH MAY 2023 – PENANG MAY MEETING 2023

The report dated 8^th June 2023 (V23/081) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 13 coded urine and 17 sets of coded blood samples from the above- mentioned race meeting were received on 29^th May 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

27^TH MAY 2023 – PENANG MAY MEETING 2023

The report dated 8^th June 2023 (V23/082) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that two (2) coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 29^th May 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected

PNTC – SATURDAY, 10^TH JUNE 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	SUNNY FIGHTER	Tied up	Vet examination
4	ELUSIVE EMPEROR	Bruised near fore foot	Vet examination
4	JEFFREY	Sore off fore fetlock	Vet examination
4	D’GREAT CHANCE	Nail prick off fore foot	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 10^TH JUNE 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
2	AGUERO JR	Vet examination
2	MAGIC CITY	1000M & vet examination
2	GENERAL NIX	Bleeder’s Test (3 months)
3	MOONGATE LIGHT	Vet examination
4	BRIGHT SUN	Vet examination

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG MAY MEETING 2023

2^ND DAY, SATURDAY, 27^TH MAY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: SOFT

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr Lee Seng He (Acting Chief Stipendiary Steward) – Chairman

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
4	LIM’S PIPER	KP Lim	App SN Shiva	Medical

RACE 1 (R573) CLASS 5 (B) – 1400M

ALWRICH (KP Lim) jumped awkwardly inwards and bumped GOLDEN EMPIRE (S Saddam).

BIG POWER (HK Cheng) and MYSTICAL STAR (App P Haris) raced tight over the concluding stages.

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

A post-race veterinary examination of MY AIM (App Z Syafifie) revealed no obvious abnormality.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, Jockey K Eirwan, the rider of CAPE LINCOLN, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that shortly after the start, he shifted inwards when insufficiently clear of MY AIM, resulting in MY AIM clipping its heels, stumbled and almost dislodging App Z Syafifie.

When deciding on the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey K Eirwan’s guilty plea and his riding record. Jockey K Eirwan was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) race days with effect from Sunday 28^th May 2023 and to expire on Sunday, 18^th June 2023, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (3.30 pm).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	BIG POWER	HK Cheng	1:26.1	–
2^nd	7	MYSTICAL STAR	App P Haris	–	Head
3^rd	5	CAPE LINCOLN	K Eirwan	–	3 ¼
4^th	3	ALWRICH	KP Lim		1 ¾

RACE 2 (R574) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M

GURNEY DRIVE (KP Lim) and SACRED GALAXY (Z Khairil) bumped on jumping.

BRING IT WIN (App Z Syafifie) jumped awkwardly and thereafter raced keenly in the middle stages.

RAISE ME UP (HK Cheng) and BRING IT WIN were both slow into stride.

Passing the 100M-mark, RAISE ME UP laid inwards away from the whip.

Post-race veterinary examinations of BRING IT WIN and RAISE ME UP revealed no obvious abnormality. However, RAISE ME UP returned having cast its off fore plate.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	SACRED GALAXY	Z Khairil	1:24.9	–
2^nd	1	GURNEY DRIVE	KP Lim	–	3 ½
3^rd	6	MERRY BELL	App SN Shiva	–	3 ¾
4^th	5	SUNNY FIGHTER	S Saddam		1 ¼

RACE 3 (R575) COMBINED CLASSES 3 AND 4 –1400M

SACRED GURU, a course scratching as it was bruised near fore tendon, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

GEORGETOWN 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.

GALILEO’S APPROACH (S Saddam) jumped awkwardly outwards and UNDER OATH (K Eirwan) jumped awkwardly inwards, resulting in READY TO ROCK (KP Lim) being crowded and losing ground.

UNDER OATH raced keenly in the early and middle stages.

A post-race veterinary examination of READY TO ROCK revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that UNDER OATH returned with multiple cuts on both hind legs.

Jockey KP Lim, the rider of READY TO ROCK, reported that he was hit in the face by a clod of mud at approximately the 400M-mark. This was verified by the Stewards. Jockey KP Lim was subsequently examined by the Club Medical Officer and was stood down for the remainder of the day.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	5	GALILEO’S APPROACH	S Saddam	1:25.5	–
2^nd	3	GEORGETOWN	R Rueven	–	¾
3^rd	6	MAGIC CITY	Z Khairil	–	2 ½
4^th	1	READY TO ROCK	KP Lim		½

RACE 4 (R576) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

GOOD LUCK CHARM, a course scratching as it had suffered inappetence after colic, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Trainer S Shanmugam was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for ASIAN JET (S Anandan).

As there was no suitable rider available, the Stewards permitted App SN Shiva to replace Jockey KP Lim as the rider of LIM’S PIPER.

BIG BUS (HK Cheng) fly-jumped as the start was effected.

LIM’S PIPER was slow into stride. Shortly thereafter, SUPREMO LEX (App P Haris) shifted outwards and bumped LIM’S PIPER.

Passing the 800M-mark, SECKILL (R Narendran) had to be steadied when crowded for room between ASIAN JET and SUPREMO LEX.

Passing the 350M-mark, SUREMO LEX laid out away from the whip and bumped DREAMS CAN BE REAL (Z Khairil).

LIM’S PIPER showed no pace throughout despite being urged.

A post-race veterinary examination of DREAMS CAN BE REAL revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	7	ASIAN JET	S Anandan	1:13.2	–
2^nd	6	D’GREAT EFFORT	App N Sharonnizam	–	1 ½
3^rd	8	CHIPS	App Z Syafifie	–	Neck
4^th	9	BIG BUS	HK Cheng		Short head

RACE 5 (R577) CLASS 5 (B) – 1200M

LIM’S KEYWAY (R Narendran) jumped awkwardly and was slow into stride.

PARISBAS (R Rueven) was slow into stride.

LIM’S KEYWAY showed no pace throughout despite being urged. A post-race veterinary examination of LIM’S KEYWAY which raced poorly revealed no obvious abnormality. LIM’S KEYWAY will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

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

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that LOYALTY’S ANGEL (S Anandan) returned having cast its near fore plate.

App Z Syafifie who rode his 10^th winner on LADY ASTA in this race will be entitled to claim 3kg as from Sunday, 28^th May 2023.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	LADY ASTA	App Z Syafifie	1:12.4	–
2^nd	2	TOP TURF	App P Haris	–	2
3^rd	3	BRIGHT SUN	HK Cheng	–	3 ¾
4^th	1	TK STAR	Z Khairil		2

GENERAL REPORT(S)

RACE 1 (R547) CLASS 5(B) – 1300M & RACE 3 (R549) CLASS 5(A) – 1300M,

SUNDAY, 20^TH MAY 2023

1^ST DAY, PENANG MAY MEETING 2023

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, App R Ruwaidy, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, B Ng, pleaded guilty to a charge of negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) in that he failed to arrive on course to fulfill his riding engagement on LIM’S KEYWAY and SUPREMO LEX on the above date without a valid reason. He was fined a sum of RM500/-.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 27^TH MAY 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	LEEDSTHEWAY	Nail prick off fore foot	Vet examination
1	IRON FIST	Sore near fore fetlock	Vet examination
2	SACRED SEA	Bruised off fore tendon	Vet examination
2	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	Respiratory infection	Vet examination
2	METAGROSS	Bruised back	Vet examination
3	COLONEL CHIEF	Bruised off fore tendon	Vet examination
3	DIRECTOR	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
5	JAPAN CAPTAIN	Sole bruise near fore	Vet examination
5	D’GREAT CHANCE	Respiratory infection	Vet examination
5	LEGACY FIGHTER	Sore back	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 27^TH MAY 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
3	SACRED GURU	Vet examination
4	GOOD LUCK CHARM	Vet examination
5	LIM’S KEYWAY	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R4	Trainer S Shanmugam	ASIAN JET	27/5/2023	100/-	65(5)(c)
R1 & R3 (PNTC 20/5/2023)	App R Ruwaidy	LIM’S KEYWAY & SUPREMO LEX	27/5/2023	500/-	152(5)(a)
R1	Jockey K Eirwan	CAPE LINCOLN	Suspended 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG MAY MEETING 2023

1^ST DAY, SATURDAY, 20^TH MAY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: SOFT

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr Lee Seng He (Acting Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	LIM’S KEYWAY	App R Ruwaidy	R Rueven	To be investigated
3	SUPREMO LEX	App R Ruwaidy	App P Haris	To be investigated

RACE 1 (R 547) CLASS 5 (B) – 1300M

As there was no suitable rider available, the Stewards permitted Jockey R Rueven to replace App R Ruwaidy as the rider of LIM’S KEYWAY when the latter failed to turn up at the Course. The matter will be investigated.

PENANG BANK (HS Gill) jumped awkwardly and was slow into stride.

LEEDSTHEWAY (App R Nuqman) showed no early pace despite being urged.

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

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that PENANG BANK returned lame off fore 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	4	LEEDSTHEWAY	App R Nuqman	1:18.8	–
2^nd	2	SECOND CHANCE	S Saddam	–	1 ½
3^rd	7	PENNSYLVANIA	App P Haris	–	¾
4^th	6	MYSTICAL STAR	App N Shahronnizam		2 ½

RACE 2 (R548) CLASS 5 (B) –1300M

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

LUCK HAPPY 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.

BRIGHT SUN (HK Cheng) jumped awkwardly outwards, carrying LEGACY FIGHTER (App R Nuqman) onto LEESTOWN EXPRESS (HS Gill), resulting in MERRY BELL (App P Haris) and LUCK HAPPY (R Rueven) being crowded for room.

Shortly after the start, MERRY BELL was crowded for room between LUCK HAPPY and LEESTOWN EXPRESS which drifted out.

Passing the 150M-mark, LEESTOWN EXPRESS laid inwards away from the whip and bumped LEGACY FIGHTER inwards onto MERRY BELL and PARISBAS (K Eirwan). Jockey HS Gill was shown the video of the incident and warned to exercise more care when shifting ground.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that BRIGHT SUN returned with a cut into its off hind coronet.

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

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	HS Gill	1:18.0	–
2^nd	6	LEGACY FIGHTER	App R Nuqman	–	2 ½
3^rd	8	PENANG GENERAL	S Saddam	–	Short Head
4^th	7	MERRY BELL	App P Haris	–	½

RACE 3 (R549) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M

The Stewards permitted App P Haris to replace App R Ruwaidy as the rider of SUPREMO LEX.

SUPREMO LEX jumped awkwardly.

CASTLE CHOICE (S Anandan) raced keenly in the early and middle stages.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that CASTLE CHOICE 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	PERFECT RUN	S Saddam	1:17.3	–
2^nd	1	ELUSIVE EMPEROR	App R Nuqman	–	2 ½
3^rd	2	EL PRIMERO	HS Gill	–	¾
4^th	6	TK STAR	Z Khairil	–	Short Head

RACE 4 (R 550) CLASS 4 (A) – 1200M

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

SOMAR (App A Azizi) and SIVAJI ROCKET (R Narendran) both jumped awkwardly.

SOMAR showed no pace despite being urged.

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

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

AGUERO JR (Z Khairil) which raced poorly will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Jockey HS Gill, when questioned regarding his ride on DIRECTOR, stated that at the top of the straight, the gelding was making abnormal respiratory noise. Passing the 150M-mark, he felt something amiss and stopped riding as DIRECTOR was not striding out freely. His explanation was noted, however, he was warned that he is expected to ride his mount out to the end of the race in future, failing which action will be taken.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	FAST AND SUPER	S Saddam	1:10.1	–
2^nd	1	GOLD SKY BILLION	App R Nuqman	–	¾
3^rd	7	SIVAJI ROCKET	R Narendran	–	8
4^th	4	SOMAR	App A Azizi	–	6

GENERAL REPORT(S)

Nil

PNTC – SATURDAY, 20^TH MAY 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
3	BANGKOK BOY	Stone bruise off fore foot	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 20^TH MAY 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	PENANG BANK	1000M & vet examination
2	DREAMS CAN BE REAL	Vet examination
3	CASTLE CHOICE	Bleeder’s Test (3 months)
4	UNDER OATH	Vet examination
4	AGUERO JR	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Follow-up(s)	App R Ruwaidy (R1 & R3)

Penang Meeting

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG APRIL MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 30^TH APRIL 2023

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr Lee Seng He (Acting Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
9	DIAMOND SET	S Saddam	L De Souza	Medical

RACE 1 (R464) CLASS 5 (B) – 1400M

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

IRON FIST 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.

Trainer HY Cheng was fined RM500/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to ensure that the bit on ANOTHER SHOW ( AK Lim) was properly fitted.

SPEEDY SWALLOW (S Saddam) which was difficult and unable to be boxed, was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at 1.05 pm. The gelding will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

MYSTICAL STAR (CK Khaw) and ALWRICH (KP Lim) were both slow into stride.

BIG POWER (App R Nuqman) raced wide rounding the turn and into the straight.

Passing the 1200M, CLOUD SHADOW (App R Ruwaidy) was crowded for room between CHER (Z Khairil) and ANOTHER SHOW (AK Lim).

The saddle on POWER EXPRESS (R Rueven) slipped backwards during running.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that ATLANTIC ARROW (Y Aify) 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.

Jockey KP Lim, the rider of ALWRICH reported that his mount was not striding out freely and was making abnormal respiratory noises. A post-race veterinary examination of ALWRICH revealed no obvious abnormality.

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

Post-race veterinary examinations of LIM’S HOPEFULLY (HK Cheng) and BIG POWER revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	9	CHER	Z Khairil	1:24.2	–
2^nd	13	PENANG BANK	R Narendran	–	1
3^rd	11	IRON FIST	V Espindola	–	2 ½
4^th	12	MYSTICAL STAR	CK Khaw	–	½

RACE 2 (R465) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M

Emergency acceptors, BEIJING STAR, EL PRIMERO and LIM’S KEYWAY were all withdrawn due to a capacity field.

JET BLACK (App A Azizi), GURNEY DRIVE (KP Lim), SUNNY FIGHTER (App WW Cheah) and MAZANZE (CK Khaw) were all slow into stride.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that QIJI LOVE (App R Ruwaidy) and TK STAR

(Z Khairil) both returned having cast their near hind plate and off hind plate respectively.

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

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	5	FIRE AWAY	Y Aify	1:22.7	–
2^nd	4	BARBARIAN	AK Lim	–	1 ¾
3^rd	13	MAZANZE	CK Khaw	–	Head
4^th	10	SORBETA	App S Shazmin	–	Head

RACE 3 (R466) STAYER STAKES C (SW) – 1700M

(ONLY APPRENTICE ALLOWANCE PERMITTED)

TAIWAN CAPTAIN (KP Lim) raced wide in the back straight.

BACK TO THE FUTURE (Z Khairil) was trapped wide rounding the turn.

Passing the 600M-mark SHANGHAI CAPTAIN (App P Haris) had to steady when BACK TO THE FUTURE rolled in. Jockey Z Khairil was shown the video of the incident and was warned to exercise more care when shifting ground in future, failing which action may be taken.

Passing the 200M-mark, RULE THE WORLD (R Rueven) shifted over the heels of BACK TO THE FUTURE for clear running.

Post-race veterinary examinations of SUCCESS STREET (Y Aify) and TAIWAN CAPTAIN revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	ARTHUR PEGASUS	App A Azizi	1:42.2	–
2^nd	5	RULE THE WORLD	R Rueven	–	2 ¼
3^rd	3	BACK TO THE FUTURE	Z Khairil	–	1 ¼
4^th	2	SHANGHAI CAPTAIN	App P Haris	–	2

RACE 4 (R467) RAPID STAKES A (SW) – 1400M

(ONLY APPRENTICE ALLOWANCE PERMITTED)

D’GREAT DUCHESS (M Ewe) was slow into stride.

BIG DOCTOR (App R Nuqman) raced keenly in the early and middle stages.

GOLDEN SARDINE (App P Haris) shifted over the heels of QIJI DIAMOND (Z Khairil) entering the straight and carried D’GREAT DUCHESS wide. App P Haris was shown the video of the incident and was warned to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

Jockey Z Khairil, the rider of QIJI DIAMOND, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of QIJI DIAMOND 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.

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

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	BIG DOCTOR	App R Nuqman	1:22.0	–
2^nd	5	WISHUPONASTAR	R Rueven	–	2 ½
3^rd	4	DANCING RAIN	S Saddam	–	2 ½
4^th	3	CHINA CAPTAIN	KP Lim	–	1 ¼

RACE 5 (R468) OPEN MAIDEN – 1300M

[WEIGHT-FOR-AGE]

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

BIG MONKEY (App R Nuqman) had to check when MISS THYRA (Z Khairil) jumped awkwardly outwards and CAVANA (App P Haris) jumped awkwardly inwards.

SUPREME SUCCESS (S Anandan) dipped shortly after the start.

Passing the 100M-mark, the whip of App N Shahronnizam (LEGACY FIGHTER) got entangled with the mane.

Over the concluding stages, BRING IT WIN (App Z Syafifie) and LEGACY FIGHTER bumped.

App WW Cheah, the rider of PENANG GENERAL, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of PENANG GENERAL revealed no obvious abnormality.

Jockey Z Khairil, the rider of MISS THYRA, reported that his mount was making abnormal respiratory noises. A post-race veterinary examination of MISS THYRA revealed no obvious abnormality, however the mare returned with a cut into its near hind pastern.

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

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, App Z Syafifie, the rider of BRING IT WIN, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, K Ananthen, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that passing the 1150M-mark, he shifted in when insufficiently clear of MISS THYRA, resulting in MISS THYRA having to check.

When deciding on a penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App Z Syafifie’s guilty plea and his riding record. App Z Syafifie was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) race days with effect from Monday, 1^st May 2023 and to expire on Saturday, 20^th May 2023, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (3.55 pm).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	BRING IT WIN	App Z Syafifie	1:17.6	–
2^nd	4	HEX MARK	AK Lim	–	Short Head
3^rd	2	JAMES BOND	V Espindola	–	Short Head
3^rd	5	LEGACY FIGHTER	App N Shahronnizam	–	Dead Heat

RACE 6 (R469) CLASS 4 (B) – 1100M

Emergency acceptor, TRUDY was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

Acting on veterinary advice that TESORO PUBLICO (R Rueven) was lame near fore, the Stewards ordered its withdrawal at 3.37pm. TESOR PUBLICO will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Post-race veterinary examinations of RADETZKY MARSCH (KP Lim) and SIVAJI ROCKET (App A Azizi) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	SYMBOL OF COURAGE	CK Khaw	1:03.7	–
2^nd	9	TERMS OF REFERENCE	App S Sia	–	½
3^rd	5	PERFECT MISSION	HK Cheng	–	1 ¾
4^th	12	MATILDA	App Z Syafifie	–	¾

RACE 7 (R470) CLASS 4 (A) – 1100M

Acting on veterinary advice that VIETNAM CAPTAIN (App R Ruwaidy) was lame off fore, the Stewards ordered its withdrawal at 4.13pm. VIETNAM CAPTAIN will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

BLAZE PEGASUS (Z Khairil) dislodged its rider en route to the start and ran a considerable distance. Acting on veterinary advice, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of BLAZE PEGASUS at 4.14 pm. The gelding will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test (to be ridden unaided to the start) before being declared to race again.

Acting on a report from the Official Starter that GOLD SKY BILLION (App R Nuqman) was difficult and unable to be boxed, and to avoid unnecessary delay, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of GOLD SKY BILLION at 4.19 pm. The gelding will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

Passing the 800M, GENERAL NIX (App A Azizi) was crowded between DIRECTOR (App P Haris) and EMPHATIC (App S Sia).

Post-race veterinary examinations of EMPHATIC and DIRECTOR revealed no obvious abnormality.

An Inquiry into the running and handling of EMPHATIC will be held at a date to be fixed.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	RONALDO’S DREAM	M Ewe	1:03.5	–
2^nd	5	SUPER HERO	L De Souza	–	1 ½
3^rd	9	OUD WOOD	AK Lim	–	1 ¾
4^th	8	IRONCLAD	App WW Cheah		1 ¾

RACE 8 (R471) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

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

BAGHDAD (App A Azizi) jumped awkwardly and shortly thereafter, had to steady when BE YOURSELF (HK Cheng) rolled in, resulting in BAGHDAD losing ground.

SUNNY STAR was slow into stride.

Passing the 150M-mark, INVICTUS WARRIOR (KP Lim) ran up onto the heels of BATTLESTAR (CK Khaw) and had to steady outwards for clear running.

At about the 100M-mark, BANGKOK BOY (S Anandan) shifted outwards from the whip and bumped MYSTERIOUS CAPTAIN (App R Ruwaidy) onto GOLDEN SHOW (Z Khairil).

Post-race veterinary examinations of HAZARD (App Z Syafifie), AUTUMN BLITZ (AK Lim) and D’GREAT EFFORT (V Espindola) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	7	INVICTUS WARRIOR	KP Lim	1:10.2	–
2^nd	12	SUNNY STAR	L De Souza	–	Head
3^rd	2	BATTLESTAR	CK Khaw	–	Head
4^th	6	BANGKOK BOY	S Anandan	–	¾

RACE 9 (R472) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

The Stewards permitted Jockey L De Souza to replace Jockey S Saddam as the rider of DIAMOND SET when the latter was medically stood down by the Club Medical Officer.

TURF PRINCESS (App S Shazmin) was slow into stride.

Shortly after the start, D’GREAT EMPRESS (App R Ruwaidy) was crowded between DIAMOND SET and TURF PRINCESS.

Also shortly after the start, NINGALOO (AK Lim) laid inwards and bumped DIAMOND SET onto D’GREAT EMPRESS, resulting in D’GREAT EMPRESS losing ground.

Passing the 200M-mark, MOONGATE (App WW Cheah) and D’GREAT EMPRESS bumped.

The saddle on SUPREMO LEX (KP Lim) slipped backwards during running.

Post-race veterinary examinations of SUPREMO LEX and D’GREAT EMPRESS revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	10	JULIUS CAESAR	R Rueven	1:10.2	–
2^nd	9	DIAMOND SET	L De Souza	–	2
3^rd	2	FLYING BABY	App P Haris	–	¾
4^th	7	NINGALOO	AK Lim	–	1 ¾

RACE 10 (R473) CLASS5 (B) – 1200M

This race was re-scheduled to start at 6.05pm due to regional rescheduling.

CAORUNN and SO BEAUTIFUL which were down 16kgs and 17kgs in body weight respectively since their last run, were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and were both passed fit to start.

D’GREAT CHANCE (App Z Syafifie) jumped awkwardly and was slow into stride.

LEGEND NINETY TWO (M Ewe) jumped awkwardly, unbalancing Jockey M Ewe and was slow into stride.

At about the 800M-mark, PROVOCATEUR (App KH Chong) had to steady when AYAAN (Z Khairil) rolled in.

Passing the 250M-mark, LADY ASTA (Y Aify) drifted out under pressure, carrying CAORUNN (App R Nuqman) outwards and bumped onto AYAAN, resulting in Jockey Z Khairil becoming unbalanced momentarily and from the 100M-mark, AYAAN was held up for clear running.

The saddle on D’GREAT CHANCE (App Z Syafifie) slipped backwards during running.

App WW Cheah, the rider of NEW GARDEN, was dislodged on pulling up. He was exempted from weighing in. App WW Cheah was examined by the Club Medical Officer and was certified fit to ride.

Jockey HK Cheng, the rider of BRIGHT SUN, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of BRIGHT SUN revealed no obvious abnormality.

Post-race veterinary examinations of LEGEND NINETY TWO and D’GREAT CHANCE revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	CAORUNN	App R Nuqman	1:10.4	–
2^nd	9	GOOD WARRIOR	CK Khaw	–	1 ¾
3^rd	14	SO BEAUTIFUL	App S Shazmin	–	Short head
4^th	1	ARAGON PEGASUS	AK Lim	–	1

GENERAL REPORT(S)

PENANG LATE MARCH MEETING 2023, SUNDAY – 26 MARCH 2023

RACE 7 (R344) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

The Stewards today (30^th April 2023) concluded an Inquiry into the riding of TK STAR (Z Khairil) in the above race. After hearing the evidence of Jockey Z Khairil and Trainer T Asogan, the rider and trainer of TK STAR respectively, and taking into consideration the Medical Report which confirmed that Jockey Z Khairil had sustained an injury to his right shoulder in an earlier race (Race 5 on the same day), the Stewards accepted his explanation. However, Jockey Z Khairil was warned that he should report to the Stewards anything that may affect the performance or chances of his horse in any race and he should seek medical advice immediately if he sustains an injury in a race.

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

PERAK APRIL RACE MEETING 2023, DAY 2, SATURDAY – 15^TH APRIL 2023

RACE 4 (R407) CLASS 4(B) -1300m (lc) CALLISTO HANDICAP

Jockey SS Vanan, the rider of TAUBOSS subsequently lodged a Notice of Appeal and applied for a Stay of Sentence against the one (1) year disqualification and fine of RM30,000/- imposed under MRA Rule 44(8) as read with MRA Rule 44(8)(a).

His application for a Stay of Sentence was NOT granted and the appeal proper will be held at a date to be fixed.

PNTC – SUNDAY, 30^TH APRIL 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	DAWNBREAKER	Sore off fore fetlock	Vet examination
1	LEEDSTHEWAY	Bruised off fore heel	Vet examination
4	MR ALEJANDRO	Sore off fore foot/nail prick	Vet examination
7	DRAGON CAVALLO	Bruised near fore suspensory	Vet examination
7	EXDREAM	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
7	WINNER’S EUPHORIA	Bruised back	Vet examination
8	CITY KNIGHT	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
8	VICTOREM	Sole bruise off fore	Vet examination
9	GOLD SKY EXPRESS	Nail prick near fore foot	Vet examination
9	WASHINGTON	Stone bruise off fore	Vet examination
10	CHIPS	Respiratory infection	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 30^TH APRIL 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	ULURU	Vet examination
1	SPEEDY SWALLOW	1 starting stall test
1	ATLANTIC ARROW	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
4	QIJI DIAMOND	1000M & vet examination
6	TESORO PUBLICO	1000M & vet examination
7	VIETNAM CAPTAIN	1000M & vet examination
7	BLAZE PEGASUS	1 starting stall test (to be ridden unaided to the start)
7	GOLD SKY BILLION	1 starting stall test

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1	Trainer HY Cheng	ANOTHER SHOW	30/4/2023	500/-	152(5)(a)
R5	App Z Syafifie	BRING IT WIN	Suspended 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)
Follow-up(s)	R7	EMPHATIC (App S Sia)

Penang Meeting – 26 March 2023

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG LATE MARCH MEETING 2023

SUNDAY, 26^TH MARCH 2023

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr Lee Seng He (Acting Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman)

Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
3	HENG KINGDOM	M Ewe	V Espindola	Medical
6	LEGEND NINETY TWO	M Ewe	HK Cheng	Medical
6	SUPREMO LEX	App WW Cheah	App R Ruwaidy	Medical
7	SUNTZU	M Ewe	SS Vanan	Medical
8	AYAAN	Z Khairil	R Narendran	Medical
8	YOU ARE GENIUS	M Ewe	SS Vanan	Medical
8	TOP TURF	App WW Cheah	App P Haris	Medical

RACE 1 (R338) CLASS 5(B) – 1400M

Emergency acceptor, CHER was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

Trainer HS Lim was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to remove the use of cross nose-band and blinker pacifier on SONG RIVER (App WW Cheah) within the stipulated time.

BIG BUS (App P Haris) jumped awkwardly outwards at the start.

ULURU (HS Gill) was restless, hesitated and fly-jumped, resulting in its rider losing his near side iron and was slow into stride.

DAWNBREAKER (V Espindola) was slow into stride.

Passing the 700M-mark, MAGIC SEVENTY TWO (App A Azizi) dipped, dislodging its rider. App A Azizi reported that the gelding clipped the heels of ALWRICH (HK Cheng). App A Azizi was checked by the Club Medical Officer and was certified fit to continue riding for the remainder o the day.

Post-race veterinary examinations of ULURU, POWER EXPRESS (AK Lim) and DAWNBREAKER revealed no obvious abnormality. DAWNBREAKER 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	1	GURNEY DRIVE	KP Lim	1:23.7	–
2^nd	2	ATLANTIC ARROW	Z Khairil	–	4 ¼
3^rd	7	BIG POWER	KC Tham	–	1 ½
4^th	3	ALWRICH	HK Cheng	–	Neck

RACE 2 (R339) CLASS 5 (A) – 1400M

Emergency acceptors, PERFECT MISSION and JET BLACK were both withdrawn due to a capacity field.

RAISE ME UP, a course scratching as it had sustained a nail prick near fore foot, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

JULIUS CAESAR (M Ewe) jumped awkwardly and was slow into stride.

BAGHDAD (Z Khairil) and FIRE AWAY (HS Gill) bumped on jumping.

Jockey KP Lim, the rider of INVICTUS WARRIOR, reported that his mount was making abnormal respiratory noises. A post-race veterinary examination of INVICTUS WARRIOR 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.

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

Post-race veterinary examinations of FIRE AWAY and JULIUS CAESAR revealed no obvious abnormality. JULIUS CAESAR which raced poorly,will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Jockey SS Vanan was questioned regarding his ride on BRING IT WIN. He stated that his riding instruction was to race in mid-field position, however his mount was racing keenly and he was trapped wide. His explanation was noted. However, he was warned to ride his mount in such a manner so as to leave no room for query.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	14	CASTLE CHOICE	S Anandan	1:24.0	–
2^nd	8	RISE OF THE LEGEND	V Espindola	–	1
3^rd	11	SUNNY FIGHTER	AK Lim	–	Head
4^th	3	GOLDEN SHOW	R Narendran	–	1 ½

RACE 3 (R340) CLASS 4 (A) – 1600M

Trainer HY Cheng was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for HENG KINGDOM (V Espindola).

RULE THE WORLD (HS Gill) raced keenly in the early and middle stages.

RULE THE WORLD and SHANGHAI CAPTAIN (KP Lim) bumped at about the 150M-mark.

HENG KINGDOM raced wide throughout the race.

Post-race veterinary examinations of MAGIC CITY (S Anandan) and HENG KINGDOM revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Stewards questioned Jockey V Espindola regarding his ride on HENG KINGDOM. He stated that this horse was very lazy and hung out on the turn. He was warned against the practice of covering unnecessary ground in future and was advised to ride his mount in such a manner so as to leave no room for query.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	SHANGHAI CAPTAIN	KP Lim	1:36.5	–
2^nd	5	RULE THE WORLD	HS Gill	–	Short head
3^rd	7	BACK TO THE FUTURE	App Z Syafifie	–	3 ¼
4^th	1	AIR BOSS	Z Khairil	–	2 ¾

RACE 4 (R341) BANDED 51-74 – 1300M

(SET WEIGHTS) (ONLY APPRENTICES ALLOWANCES PERMITTED)

VIETNAM CAPTAIN which was up 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.

SOMAR (App A Azizi) and BLAZE PEGASUS (App Z Syafifie) were both slow into stride.

SOMAR showed no pace despite being urged.

Post-race veterinary examinations of VIETNAM CAPTAIN (KP Lim) and SOMAR revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	8	QIJI DIAMOND	Z Khairil	1:16.5	–
2^nd	1	FINAL TOUCH	V Espindola	–	2
3^rd	2	LIM’S DASHING	HS Gill	–	½
4^th	5	SILENT BOSS	HK Cheng	–	¾

RACE 5 (R342) CLASS 4 (A) – 1200M

Emergency acceptor, GOOD LUCK CHARM was withdrawn due to a capacity field.

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

Passing the 1100M-mark, MR AK (R Narendran) laid in onto DIRECTOR (App P Haris), resulting in MATILDA (App N Sharonnizam) which was racing on the inside, having to steady.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that KRATOS (HS Gill) returned lame near hind and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

A post-race veterinary examination of TORNADO PEGASUS (App A Azizi) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Jockey V Espindola rode his 151^st winner on GOLDEN SARDINE in this race and as such, will not be entitled to any claim with effect from Monday, 27^th March 2023.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	GOLDEN SARDINE	V Espindola	1:10.2	–
2^nd	13	NOVA FACTOR	SS Vanan	–	½
3^rd	1	GOLD SKY BILLION	KC Tham	–	1 ¼
4^th	5	OUD WOOD	App Z Syafifie	–	1 ¾

RACE 6 (R343) OPEN MAIDEN – 1200M

(WEIGHT-FOR-AGE)

Trainer HY Cheng was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for LEGEND NINETY TWO (HK Cheng).

SUPREMO LEX (App R Ruwaidy) jumped awkwardly, brushing the outside gate and was slow into stride.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	SIMLONG BEACH	S Salee	1:09.8	–
2^nd	5	MISS THYRA	Z Khairil	–	½
3^rd	2	LEGEND NINETY TWO	HK Cheng	–	2 ¾
4^th	1	JAMES BOND	KC Tham	–	Nose

RACE 7 (R344) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

SUNTZU 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.

PURPLE RAIN (HS Gill) was slow into stride.

BLUE EYED BOY (S Saddam) showed no pace despite being urged.

At approximately the 150M-mark, SIVAJI ROCKET (App A Azizi) laid inwards under the whip and carried BARBARIAN (AK Lim) and PIT BULL (KC Tham) inwards. App A Azizi, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, T Asogan, was shown the video of his ride over the concluding stages and was warned to keep his mount on a straight course in future, failing which action may be taken.

The saddle on SUNTZU (SS Vanan) slipped back in the running.

A post-race veterinary examination of TK STAR (Z Khairil) revealed no obvious abnormality.

An Inquiry into the riding of TK STAR (Z Khairil) will be held at a date to be fixed.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	2	SIVAJI ROCKET	App A Azizi	1:04.1	–
2^nd	4	BARBARIAN	AK Lim	–	½
3^rd	1	PIT BULL	KC Tham	–	½
4^th	7	D’GREAT EFFORT	V Espindola	–	1 ½

RACE 8 (R345) CLASS 5 (B) – 1100M

MERRY BELL and THE GRAY MAN, which were both down 15kgs in body weight since their last runs, were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and were passed fit to start.

D’GREAT CHANCE (KC Tham) jumped awkwardly outwards, NEW GARDEN (AK Lim) jumped awkwardly inwards and bumped, resulting in both geldings being slow into stride.

YOU ARE GENIUS (SS Vanan) was caught wide in the early and middle stages.

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

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	D’GREAT EMPRESS	App Z Syafifie	1:05.2	–
2^nd	10	TOP TURF	App P Haris	–	1 ¼
3^rd	3	DARK WIZARD	KP Lim	–	Neck
4^th	6	D’GREAT CHANCE	KC Tham	–	1

GENERAL REPORT(S)

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

4^TH MARCH 2023

PENANG EARLY MARCH MEETING 2023

The report dated 16^th March 2023 (V23/034) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 17 coded urine and 25 sets of coded blood samples from the above- mentioned race meeting were received on 6^th March 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

4^THMARCH 2023

PENANG EARLY MARCH MEETING 2023

The report dated 16^th March 2023 (V23/035) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 6^th March 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SUNDAY, 26^TH MARCH 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
1	LEEDSTHEWAY	Sore back	Vet examination
1	PENANG MAN	Bruised near hind sole	Vet examination
3	LAGO DE COMO	Bruised off fore fetlock
4	ACROBAT	Bruised back
6	EKRAAR PHOENIX	Knocked off fore tendon
7	ASIAN JET	Bruised near fore fetlock

PNTC, SUNDAY, 26^TH MARCH 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	DAWNBREAKER	1000M & vet examination
2	RAISE ME UP	Vet examination
2	INVICTUS WARRIOR & JULIUS CAESAR	1000M & vet examination each
3	Nil
4	Nil
5	MYSTERIOUS CAPTAIN	Vet examination
5	KRATOS	1000M & vet examination
6	Nil
7	Nil
8	Nil

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1	Trainer HS Lim	SONG RIVER	26/3/2023	250/-	152(5)(a)
R3	Trainer HY Cheng	HENG KINGDOM	26/3/2023	100/-	65(5)(c)
R6	Trainer HY Cheng	LEGEND NINETY TWO	26/3/2023	100/-	65(5)(c)
Suspension (s)	Nil
Follow-up(s)	R7	Jockey Z Khairil (TK STAR).

Penang Meeting – 4 March 2023

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG MARCH MEETING 2023

SATURDAY, 4^TH MARCH 2023

STATE OF TRACK: YIELDING

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward – Acting Chairman), Mr David Anthony Fisher (Racing Steward) and Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	TOP TURF	S Saddam	App S Sia	Stewards’ order
5	BACK TO THE FUTURE	AK Lim	HS Gill	Flight delay
7	DAWNBREAKER	Unfixed	S Ruzaini	EA

RACE 1 (R244) CLASS 5 (B) – 1200M

Trainer S Shanmugam was fined RM1,000/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for nominating Jockey S Saddam to ride TOP TURF without obtaining prior permission from the Stewards as required.

As there was no suitable rider available, the Stewards permitted App S Sia to replace Jockey S Saddam as the rider of TOP TURF.

FUNKADELIC (KP Lim) jumped awkwardly outwards and bumped LEEDSTHEWAY (App R Nuqman) at the start.

Passing the 1000M-mark, YOU ARE SPECIAL (M Ewe) had to steady when D’GREAT EMPRESS (App Z Syafifie) rolled inwards. App Z Syafifie, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, K Ananthen, was shown the video of the incident and was warned to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

DARK WIZARD (S Ruzaini) raced keenly in the early and middle stages and was difficult to settle.

TOP TURF raced wide in the early and middle stages and entered the home straight wide.

LEEDSTHEWAY was inconvenienced when racing tight on the inside of BRIGHT SUN (HK Cheng) at approximately the 150M-mark.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that FUNKADELIC returned lame off fore and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

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

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	8	BIG POWER	SS Vanan	1:11.2	–
2^nd	5	D’GREAT EMPRESS	App Z Syafifie	–	Head
3^rd	4	YOU ARE SPECIAL	M Ewe	–	1 ½
4^th	9	LEEDSTHEWAY	App R Nuqman	–	Head

RACE 2 (R245) CLASS 5 (B) – 1200M

ALESSIA BEAUTY (Z Khairil) brushed the outside gate on jumping and bumped CHIPS (App Z Syafifie).

ALESSIA BEAUTY, CHIPS and PENANG GENERAL (S Saddam) were all slow into stride.

ALESSIA BEAUTY and LEESTOWN EXPRESS (App R Nuqman) raced wide rounding the turn and into the straight.

At about the 800M-mark, D’GREAT CHANCE (App N Shahronnizam) took the turn awkwardly.

Jockeys S Ruzaini, S Saddam and HS Gill, the respective rider of TWILL GUY, PENANG GENERAL and THE GRAY MAN, reported that their mounts were not striding out freely. Post-race veterinary examinations of PENANG GENERAL and THE GRAY MAN revealed no obvious abnormality. TWILL GUY returned lame off fore and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

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

Trainer K Coetzee, when questioned regarding the improved performance of YOU ARE GENIUS (M Ewe) today, stated that gelding managed to get a good jump and raced with the pace. He also attributed the improvement to the weak field and the yielding track today. His 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	10	YOU ARE GENIUS	M Ewe	1:11.6	–
2^nd	3	PURPLE RAIN	App WW Cheah	–	½
3^rd	6	CHIPS	App Z Syafifie	–	Nose
4^th	8	ASIAN JET	S Salee	–	1 ¾

RACE 3 (R246) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

BRING IT WIN (S Salee) was slow into stride.

CASTLE CHOICE (App R Nuqman) entered the home straight wide and finished the race wide.

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

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that PITT BULL (KC Tham) returned with a small cut on its lower lip.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	PITT BULL	KC Tham	1:11.0	–
2^nd	1	QIJI LOVE	App R Ruwaidy	–	1
3^rd	4	TK STAR	Z Khairil	–	1 ¼
4^th	9	LOYALTY’S ANGEL	S Saddam	–	Short head

RACE 4 (R247) BANDED 62-89 (SW) – 1200M

[ONLY APPRENTICES ALLOWANCES PERMITTED]

DISTINCTIVE DARCI, 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.

NOVA FALCON and VIETNAM CAPTAIN which were down 18kgs and 23kgs in body weight respectively since their last run, were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and were both passed fit to start.

XENA (S Ruzaini) and NOVA FALCON (App S Sia) were both slow into stride.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	BIG DOCTOR	App R Nuqman	1:09.4	–
2^nd	1	XENA	S Ruzaini	–	Head
3^rd	4	CHINA CAPTAIN	KP Lim	–	1 ½
4^th	7	VIETNAM CAPTAIN	App R Ruwaidy	–	3 ½

RACE 5 (R248) CLASS 4 (B) – 1300M

Jockey AK Lim encountered a flight delay en route to the Club and as such, the Stewards permitted Jockey HS Gill to replace him on BACK TO THE FUTURE.

EKRAAR PHOENIX (S Ruzaini) fly-jumped and was slow to begin.

HARLEY FLAME (S Salee) was eased up from about the 500M-mark and collapsed at the 450M-mark. Jockey S Salee was exempted from weighing-in.

A post-race veterinary examination revealed that HARLEY FLAME bled, collapsed and died on the track.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	5	BALL AND CHAIN	S Saddam	1:16.8	–
2^nd	4	MYSTERIOUS CAPTAIN	KP Lim	–	¾
3^rd	11	REBORN GENERAL	V Espindola	–	½
4^th	8	MATILDA	App Z Syafifie	–	2

RACE 6 (R249) CLASS 4 (A) – 1300M

LEGACY ROAR (KC Tham) reared as the start was effected and was slow to begin.

At approximately the 1200M-mark, GOLDEN SARDINE (V Espindola) and BLAZE PEGASUS (AK Lim) raced tight.

AIR BOSS (HS Gill) raced wide in the early and middle stages.

SHENG PROISIR (App R Ruwaidy) raced wide entering the home straight.

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

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that LEGACY ROAR 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 AIR BOSS revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	5	GOLDEN SARDINE	V Espindola	1:16.4	–
2^nd	6	OUD WOOD	App N Shahronnizam	–	2 ½
3^rd	1	GOLD SKY BILLION	App Z Syafifie	–	½
4^th	10	MAGIC CITY	Z Khairil	–	1 ½

RACE 7 (R250) CLASS 5 (A) – 1600M

THE JEWELLER and CAPE LINCOLN, both course scratchings as they had sustained sole bruise near fore and cellulitis off hind cannon respectively, will each be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Acting on the Club Veterinary Surgeon’s report that DAWNBREAKER (S Ruzaini) was showing early signs of colic, the Stewards ordered its withdrawal at 4.03 pm. DAWNBREAKER will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

MYSTICAL STAR (SS Vanan) was slow into stride.

At approximately the 250M-mark, MGR ROCKET (Z Khairil) rolled in away from the whip, inconveniencing ALWRICH (HK Cheng) and JET BLACK (App R Ruwaidy). Jockey Z Khairil was shown the video of the incident and was warned to exercise more care when shifting ground. In addition, the Stewards advised that they were not entirely happy with his vigour in the home straight and he was warned to ride all his mounts in such a manner so as to leave no room for query.

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

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	7	RISE OF THE LEGEND	V Espindola	1:38.7	–
2^nd	6	GURNEY DRIVE	KP Lim	–	¾
3^rd	13	DAVINCI	App S Sia	–	1 ½
4^th	4	SUNNY FIGHTER	M Ewe	–	¾

GENERAL REPORT(S)

PNTC TRACKWORK – TUESDAY, 28^TH FEBRUARY 2023

Trainer K Ananthen was fined RM200/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for allowing his track riders on GURNEY DRIVE and HARLEY FLAME to do slow work on Track II (Grass) which was designated for fast work only at about 9.32 am on Tuesday, 28^th February 2023.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 4^TH MARCH 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
3	INVICTUS WARRIOR	Knocked near fore fetlock	Vet examination
4	QIJI ACHEEVA	Bruised off fore sole	Vet examination
7	INTROIT	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
7	KING OF GLORY	Bruised off fore suspensory ligament	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 4^H MARCH 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	FUNKADELIC	1000M & vet examination
2	TWILL GUY	1000M & vet examination
4	DISTINCTIVE DARCI	Vet examination
6	LEGACY ROAR	Bleeder’s Test (3 months)
7	THE JEWELLER, CAPE LINCOLN & DAWNBREAKER	Vet examination each

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1 4/3/2023	Trainer S Shanmugam	TOP TURF	4/3/2023	1,000/-	152(5)(a)
PNTC Trackwork 28/2/2023	Trainer K Ananthen	GURNEY DRIVE & HARLEY FLAME	4/3/2023	200/-	152(5)(a)

Penang Meeting – 19 February 2023

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG FEBRUARY MEETING 2023

2^ND DAY, SUNDAY, 19^TH FEBRUARY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman), Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward) and Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
5	DIRECTOR	WK Lee	HK Cheng	Medical
5	LIM’S DASHING	KP Lim	S Saddam	Medical
6	MIRACLE CAPTAIN	KP Lim	App R Ruwaidy	Medical
6	CASTLE CHOICE	WK Lee	AK Lim	Medical
7	ALCATRAZ	KP Lim	App S Sia	Medical
8	RAISE ME UP	KP Lim	HK Cheng	Medical

RACE 1 (R189) CLASS 5(A) – 1300M

TILSWORTH JACOBI, 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.

THAI BAHT (KP Lim) shifted in from the whip from approximately the 100M-mark.

A post-race veterinary examination of I AM KHAN (Z Khairil) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Trainer K Coetzee was questioned with regards to the improved performance of PLACE YOUR BET (S Saddam) today. He explained that on a previous run on 28^th January 2023 , Jockey SU Lim had ridden the horse and he attempted to tuck the horse in but was unable to do so and raced to the front. Today, Jockey S Saddam was able to settle the horse and this, in his opinion, accounted for the improvement. His explanation was noted.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	PLACE YOUR BET	S Saddam	1:14.8	–
2^nd	4	COLOUR PAINT	App S Sia	–	¾
3^rd	5	BANGKOK BOY	App Z Syafifie	–	¾
4^th	8	SUNNY STAR	M Ewe	–	2

RACE 2 (R190) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M

STORM TO WIN (Z Khairil) stumbled on jumping.

MOONGATE (CK Khaw) jumped awkwardly and was slow to begin.

INVICTUS WARRIOR (KP Lim) was slow into stride.

Shortly after the start, JULIUS CAESAR (M Ewe) had to steady when tightened for room between LEESTOWN EXPRESS (KC Tham) on its inside and BEIJING STAR (J Low) on its outside.

At approximately the 800M-mark, MOONGATE became crowded and had to steady when FIRST COMMAND (AK Lim) rolled inwards. Jockey AK Lim was shown the video of the incident and warned to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

The whip of Jockey KC Tham (LEESTOWN EXPRESS) got entangled momentarily in the reins at approximately the 200M-mark.

Jockey KP Lim, the rider of INVICTUS WARRIOR, reported that his mount was making abnormal respiratory noises. A post-race veterinary examination of INVICTUS WARRIOR 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.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that FIRE AWAY (HS Gill) returned having cast its near fore plate.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	SHOWCASE THE GOLD	App Z Syafifie	1:15.9	–
2^nd	9	FIRE AWAY	HS Gill	–	3
3^rd	7	STORM TO WIN	Z Khairil	–	Nose
4^th	6	JULIUS CAESAR	M Ewe	–	1 ¼

RACE 3 (R191) CLASS 4 (B) – 1200M

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

TESORO PUBLICO which was down 63kgs 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 Cook was fined RM100/- under MRA Rule 65(5)(c) for failing to produce the declared colours for WINNING HOBBY (App S Sia).

LEGACY ROAR (KC Tham) jumped awkwardly inwards, brushing TESORO PUBLICO (App R Ruwaidy).

TRAFALGAR (App Z Syafifie) was slow into stride.

GOOD LUCK CHARM (App N Shahronnizam) was obliged to race wide on the turn.

WINNING HOBBY was hanging out from approximately the 300M-mark. App S Sia then changed his whip to his left hand and WINNING HOBBY shifted out badly in the latter stages. App S Sia, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, R Lines, was shown the video of his ride and warned that under such circumstances in the future, he should not change his whip to his left hand.

Post-race veterinary examinations of MAGNOLIA BLVD (Z Khairil) and TESORO PUBLICO revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that GOOD LUCK CHARM returned cut into its near hind pastern.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	LEGACY ROAR	KC Tham	1:09.6	–
2^nd	11	WINNING HOBBY	App S Sia	–	5
3^rd	1	QIJI DIAMOND	AK Lim	–	5
4^th	2	TRAFALGAR	App Z Syafifie	–	Short head

RACE 4 (R 192) CLASS 4 (A) – 1200M

ICE OUT SIXTY-ONE (AK Lim) jumped awkwardly outwards at the start.

STRAP MARKS (App S Shazmin) stumbled on jumping.

Jockeys Z Khairil and S Saddam, the respective rider of SOMAR and DIAMOND RUSH, reported that their mounts were not striding out freely. Post-race veterinary examinations of SOMAR and DIAMOND RUSH revealed that both geldings returned lame near fore. As such, SOMAR and DIAMOND RUSH will each be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again. SOMAR was impounded for further analytical and veterinary examination.

A post-race veterinary examination of GOLD SKY BILLION (KC Tham) revealed no obvious abnormality. The gelding was impounded for further analytical and veterinary examination.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	ICE OUT SIXTY-ONE	AK Lim`	1:09.1	–
2^nd	1	GOLD SKY BILLION	KC Tham	–	1 ½
3^rd	6	TALENTED	HK Cheng	–	Short head
4^th	7	OUD WOOD	App Z Shafifie	–	2

RACE 5 (R193) RAPID STAKES A – 1200M

[SET-WEIGHT] [ONLY APPRENTICE ALLOWANCE PERMTTED]

MOON FACE and MOONGATE LIGHT are both course scratching. MOON FACE had sustained a bruised near fore foot and MOONGATE LIGHT had sustained a bruised near fore tendon. Each will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

BLEU MARINE (SS Vanan) was slow into stride.

The saddle on DIRECTOR (HK Cheng) slipped backwards in the running.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that NO FUN NO GAIN (AK Lim) bled and will be barred from racing for a period of six (6) months under MRA Rule 92(5)(a), (b) & (c) and thereafter, will be required to pass a bleeder’s test before being declared to race again.

A post-race veterinary examination of GRAND CROSS (HS Gill) revealed no obvious abnormality.

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

Jockey R Narendran, the rider of GENERAL NIX, was shown the video of his ride and warned against the practice of using his whip when his mount is clearly out of contention.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	5	BIG DOCTOR	KC Tham	1:07.5	–
2^nd	8	FINAL TOUCH	Z Khairil	–	3
3^rd	4	NO FUN NO GAIN	AK Lim	–	2
4^th	6	LIM’S DASHING	S Saddam	–	1 ½

RACE 6 (R194) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

BARBARIAN, a course scratching as it had sustained a bruised right knee, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

PONTIANAK 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 jockey available, the Stewards permitted App R Ruwaidy to replace Jockey KP Lim as the rider of MIRACLE CAPTAIN when the latter was medically stood down by the Club Medical Officer.

Shortly after the start, LEGACY WARRIOR (App Z Syafifie) was inconvenienced when PONTIANAK (SS Vanan) jumped awkwardly inwards, carrying KING POWER (KC Tham) inwards onto D’GREAT RICH (J Low).

Passing the 1000M-mark, MISS MICHELLE (HS Gill) was inconvenienced when FAST AND SUPER (S Saddam) carried CASTLE CHOICE (AK Lim) inwards. Jockey S Saddam was shown the video of the incident and warned to exercise more care in future.

At approximately the 700M-mark, CASTLE CHOICE had to steady when CROWN STAR (HK Cheng) rolled inwards. Jockey HK Cheng was shown the video of this incident and warned to exercise more care in future.

D’GREAT RICH and CROWN STAR which raced poorly, will each be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

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

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	FAST AND SUPER	S Saddam	1:04.0	–
2^nd	4	MIRACLE CAPTAIN	App R Ruwaidy	–	¾
3^rd	5	PONTIANAK	SS Vanan	–	1 ½
4^th	10	KING POWER	KC Tham	–	1 ¾

RACE 7 (R195) CLASS 5 (A) – 1100M

As there was no suitable jockey available, the Stewards permitted App S Sia to replace Jockey KP Lim as the rider of ALCATRAZ.

BRING IT WIN (HK Cheng) was slow to jump.

Passing the 900M-mark, JAPAN CAPTAIN (App R Ruwaidy) and ALCATRAZ brushed on a couple of occasions.

SHARP DRESSED MAN (HS Gill) raced wide throughout.

App S Sia, the rider of ALCATRAZ, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of ALCATRAZ revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	MATILDA	KC Tham	1:03.5	–
2^nd	7	GOLDEN ROOSTER	AK Lim	–	3 ¼
3^rd	8	BRING IT WIN	HK Cheng	–	1 ¾
4^th	5	ALCATRAZ	App S Sia	–	2 ¼

RACE 8 (R196) CLASS 5 (A) – 1700M

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that NORTHEN STAR (V Espindola) cast its off fore plate at the saddling area and had to be re-shod.

MIEJ (AK Lim) was slow into stride.

SECOND CHANCE (M Ewe) raced wide from the 800M-mark to the 400M-mark.

Approaching the 150M-mark, GOLDEN SHOW (Z Khairil) rolled outwards slightly, resulting in NORTHERN STAR having to steady outwards over its heels for clear running.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	NORTHERN STAR	V Espindola	1:42.5	–
2^nd	1	EL PRIMERO	KC Tham	–	1
3^rd	6	RAISE ME UP	HK Cheng	–	2 ½
4^th	2	GOLDEN SHOW	Z Khairil	–	2

GENERAL REPORT(S)

PNTC – SUNDAY, 19^TH FEBRUARY 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	LIM’S PIPER	Cellulitis off hind cannon	Vet examination
2	META GREAT	Bruised near fore fetlock	Vet examination
4	MULTIBLUE SHARK	Bruised off fore sole	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 19^TH FEBRUARY 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	TILSWORTH JACOBI	Vet examination
2	INVICTUS WARRIOR	1000M & vet examination
3	YOGI	Vet examination
4	SOMAR & DIAMOND RUSH	1000M & vet examination each
5	MOON FACE & MOONGATE LIGHT	Vet examination each
5	NO FUN NO GAIN	Bleeder’s test (6 months)
5	GENERAL NIX	1000M & vet examination
6	BARBARIAN	Vet examination
6	D’GREAT RICH & CROWN STAR	1000M & vet examination each

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R3	Trainer S Cook	WINNING HOBBY	19/02/2023	100/-	65(5)(c)

Penang Meeting – 18 Feb 2023

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG FEBRUARY MEETING 2023

1^ST DAY, SATURDAY, 18^TH FEBRUARY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman), Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward) and Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
3	HAZARD	Unfixed	Z Khairil	EA
3	SHENG PROISIR	Unfixed	App N Sharonnizam	EA

RACE 1 (R182) CLASS 5 (B) – 1700M

MOMENT OF JUSTICE (App S Shazmin) was slow into stride.

JEFFREY (App N Sharonnizam) was caught wide in the early stages and raced wide throughout.

ALWRICH (HK Cheng) steadied momentarily at approximately the 1200M-mark.

At about the 400M-mark, GURNEY DRIVE (KP Lim) steadied off the heels of MGR ROCKET (Z Khairil).

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that SOON YOU THINK (App S Sia) 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 JEFFREY revealed that the gelding returned lame off fore 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	3	MGR ROCKET	Z Khairil	1:43.9	–
2^nd	7	CAPE LINCOLN	HS Gill	–	2 ¼
3^rd	2	GURNEY DRIVE	KP Lim	–	2 ½
4^th	9	PENANG BANK	CK Khaw	–	½

RACE 2 (R183) OPEN MAIDEN – 1400M

(WEIGHT-FOR-AGE)

YOUARETHEBEST, a course scratching as it had sustained float injury (multiple cuts), will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

DARK KNIGHT (App N Sharonnizam) was slow into stride.

Shortly after the start, EKRAAR PHOENIX (WK Lee) was crowded and had to steady when LEGACY FIGHTER (KC Tham) jumped awkwardly outwards.

A post-race veterinary examination of MISS THYRA (Z Khairil) revealed no obvious abnormality.

At the conclusion of an Inquiry, Jockey WK Lee, the rider of EKRAAR PHOENIX, 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 whilst riding EKRAAR PHOENIX, he unnecessarily restrained his mount on a number of occasions between the 1300M-mark and the 400M-mark and thereafter, he failed to ride EKRAAR PHOENIX with sufficient vigour and determination when his mount was running on strongly.

When deciding on a penalty, the Stewards took into account the facts of this case, Jockey WK Lee’s points of mitigation and his riding record. Jockey WK Lee was suspended from riding in races for a period of four (4) months with effect from Monday, 20^th February 2023 and to expire on Monday, 19^th June 2023, both days inclusive. In addition, he was fined a sum of RM20,000/- (Malaysian Ringgit Twenty Thousand). He was advised of his Right of Appeal (6.35pm).

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	GENERATION M	M Ewe	1:24.5	–
2^nd	6	PENANG GENERAL	CK Khaw	–	1 ¼
3^rd	4	JERAM GOLD	HS Gill	–	½
4^th	1	EKRAAR PHOENIX	WK Lee	–	Neck

RACE 3 (R184) CLASS 4 (A) – 1400M

AIR BOSS, BUDDY SIXTY-ONE and DISCRETELY RED are all course scratching as they had sustained a stone bruise near fore sole, sore back and off fore sole bruise respectively. Each will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Trainer B Ng was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to fit a tongue-tie on PERFECT MISSION (KC Tham) as declared.

STAR GENIUS (S Saddam) and SORBETA (App S Sia) were both slow into stride.

App R Ruwaidy (QIJI LOVE) was shown the video of his ride in the straight. He explained that he got his whip entangled in the reins at approximately the 100M-mark which the Stewards were able to verify. However, App R Ruwaidy was warned that he must ride all his mounts in such a manner so as to leave no room for query.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that SHENG PROISIR ((App N Sharonnizam) returned cut into its off hind lateral cannon.

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

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	13	STAR GENIUS	S Saddam	1:23.0	–
2^nd	17	SHENG PROISIR	App N Sharonnizam	–	Short head
3^rd	9	SHANGANI	CK Khaw	–	Short head
4^th	1	MR G	KP Lim	–	Nose

RACE 4 (R185) CLASS 5 (B) – 1300M

DAWNBREAKER (App N Sharonnizam) was slow into stride.

Approaching the 1000M-mark, CHAR SIEW (KP Lim) which was pulling hard, bumped the hind quarters of LUCK HAPPY (M Ewe) and had to check. In this incident, LUCK HAPPY which was racing on the outside of CHAR SIEW became unbalanced and was inconvenienced.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that BRISTOL DIAMOND (HS Gill) returned lame off fore and as such will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

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

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	VAIN TYCOON	App S Sia	1:17.1	–
2^nd	10	LEEDSTHEWAY	R Narendran	–	4
3^rd	4	MAGIC SEVENTY TWO	KC Tham	–	Head
4^th	2	AUSSIE EAGLE	App S Shazmin	–	1 ½

RACE 5 (R186) CLASS 5 (B) – 1300M

CANDY RAIN, a course scratching as it had sustained bruised back, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

D’GREAT EMPRESS (J Low) was pulling hard in the early and middle stages.

PENNSYLVANIA (Z Khairil) was obliged to race wide on the turn.

At approximately the 150M-mark, Jockey WK Lee (ELUSIVE EMPEROR) dropped his left-side rein which he was able to regain shortly thereafter.

The saddle on HAPPY LUCKY STAR (App S Shazmin) slipped back in the running.

A post-race veterinary examination of HELLO MONDAY (HS Gill) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	TK STAR	App Z Syafifie	1:16.6	–
2^nd	1	ELUSIVE EMPEROR	WK Lee	–	1
3^rd	11	PENANG MAN	KC Tham	–	2 ½
4^th	10	HAPPY LUCKY STAR	App S Shazmin	–	Neck

RACE 6 (R187) CLASS 5 (B) – 1100M

NEVERUNCONDITIONAL (Z Khairil) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barrier and was passed fit to race.

Shortly after the start, D’GREAT CHANCE (J Low) was inconvenienced when SUNTZU (M Ewe) rolled inwards slightly.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	BROADWAY SUCCESS	KP Lim	1:04.3	–
2^nd	2	FUNKADELIC	KC Tham	–	3 ¼
3^rd	7	SUNTZU	M Ewe	–	1 ¼
4^th	8	ASIAN JET	SS Vanan	–	Head

RACE 7 (R188) CLASS 5 (B) – 1100M

VK BOY (Z Khairil) jumped awkwardly.

YOU ARE GENIUS (S Saddam) was slow into stride.

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

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	PIT BULL	KC Tham	1:03.7	–
2^nd	10	LOYALTY’S ANGEL	M Ewe	–	3 ¾
3^rd	8	SAND BANK	J Low	–	2
4^th	2	AYAAN	App Z Syafifie	–	Short head

GENERAL REPORT(S)

GENERAL REPORT – PRTC

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE):

28^TH JANUARY 2023

PERAK JANUARY MEETING 2023

The report dated 9^th February 2023 (V23/016) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 26 coded urine and 28 sets of coded blood samples from the above- mentioned race meeting were received on 28^th January 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

28^TH JANUARY 2023

PERAK JANUARY MEETING 2023

The report dated 9^th February 2023 (V23/017) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 28^th January 2023, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 18^TH FEBRUARY 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	TRINITY HONOR	Bruised off fore fetlock	Vet examination
3	MAGIC CITY	Sore back	Vet examination
3	DRAGON RYKER	Bruised near fore heel	Vet examination
3	TILSWORTH SYDNEY	Stone bruise near fore foot	Vet examination
6	SIEW YUK	Sore back	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 18^TH FEBRUARY 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	SOON YOU THINK	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
1	JEFFREY	1000M & vet examination
2	YOUARETHEBEST	Vet examination
3	AIR BOSS, BUDDY SIXTY- ONE & DISCRETELY RED	Vet examination each
4	BRISTOL DIAMOND	1000M & vet examination
5	CANDY RAIN	Vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed		Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R2	Jockey WK Lee	EKRAAR PHOENIX	18/02/2023		20,000/-	44(10)
R3	Trainer B Ng	PERFECT MISSION	18/02/2023		250/-	152(5)(a)
R2	Jockey WK Lee	EKRAAR PHOENIX		Suspended four (4) months under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards

Penang Meeting – 14 January 2023

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG JANUARY MEETING 2023

SATURDAY, 14^TH JANUARY 2023

STATE OF TRACK: YIELDING (Race 1 to Race 6)

GOOD (Race 7 and Race 8)

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman), Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward) and Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

RACE 1 (R 046) CLASS 5(B) – 1600M

CLOUD SHADOW, a course scratching as it was injured near fore heel bulb, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

Trainer HS Lim was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for having fitted a tongue-tie on JEFFREY (SU Lim) when it was not declared. The Stewards ordered the removal of the tongue-tie.

Trainer T Asogan was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to equip CAPE LINCOLN (Z Khairil) with a tongue-tie as declared.

Passing the 1200M-mark, CAPE LINCOLN was crowded and had to steady when GURNEY DRIVE (KP Lim) rolled inwards. Jockey KP Lim was shown the video of the incident and warned to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

CAPE LINCOLN was shifting in from the whip in the latter stages, having to be straightened.

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

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

Jockey Z Khairil, the rider of CAPE LINCOLN, was questioned with regards to his ride in this race. The Stewards, having noted his explanation, were not entirely satisfied and warned him that he should not surrender his position so easily in future.

An Inquiry into the running and handling of JEFFREY (SU Lim) was opened and it was adjourned in order for Jockey SU Lim to call his witnesses. The Inquiry will resume on Saturday, 28^th January 2023 at the Perak Turf Club.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	GURNEY DRIVE	KP Lim	1:38.1	–
2^nd	4	CAPE LINCOLN	Z Khairil	–	1
3^rd	2	MAZANZE	App R Nuqman	–	¾
4^th	9	SECOND CHANCE	S Ruzaini	–	1 ½

RACE 2 (R047) CLASS 5 (A) – 1600M

LUCK HAPPY 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.

Passing the 300M-mark, BEIJING STAR (J Low) was crowded and had to check when RAISE ME UP (KP Lim) was shifting in from the whip. At a subsequent Inquiry, Jockey KP Lim 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, 15^th January 2023 and to expire on Monday, 23^rd January 2023, both days inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal (3.05pm).

Prior to the ‘All Clear’ being given, an objection was lodged by Jockey J Low, the rider of BEIJING STAR, placed fourth, against RAISE ME UP (KP Lim), placed third, on the grounds of alleged interference at approximately the 300M-mark. After considering the evidence and viewing the video replay, the Racing Stewards were satisfied that if not for this incident, BEIJING STAR would have finished ahead of RAISE ME UP and as such, upheld the objection and the placings were amended to read:

No. 1 – _BACK TO THE FUTURE (Y Aify)

No. 2 – EL PRIMERO (App R Nuqman)

No. 3 – BEIJING STAR (J Low)

No. 4 – RAISE ME UP (KP Lim)

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	BACK TO THE FUTURE	Y Aify	1:37.2	–
2^nd	2	EL PRIMERO	App R Nuqman	–	Short head
3^rd	3	BEIJING STAR	J Low	–	2 ¼
4^th	4	RAISE ME UP	KP Lim	–	Head

RACE 3 (R 048) CLASS 4 (A) – 1300M

DRAGON CAVALLO, a course scratching as it had sustained a bruised off fore lateral suspensory ligament, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

GALILEO’S APPROACH which was up 21kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.

AIR BOSS (Y Aify) was slow into stride.

TALENTED (M Ewe) was pulling hard in the early and middle stages.

App R Nuqman, the rider of DIRECTOR and Jockey KP Lim, the rider of HARLEY FLAME, both reported that their mounts were not striding out freely. Post-race veterinary examinations of DIRECTOR and HARLEY FLAME revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that QIJI LOVE (HS Gill) returned having cast both fore and off hind plates.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	12	LEGACY ROAR	KC Tham	1:16.7	–
2^nd	4	TALENTED	M Ewe	–	Head
3^rd	3	GEORGETOWN	S Ruzaini	–	Short head
4^th	5	AIR BOSS	Y Aify	–	Neck

RACE 4 (R 049) OPEN MAIDEN – 1200M

(WEIGHT-FOR-AGE)

GENEERAL ORDER (App R Nuqman) was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon behind the barrier and was passed fit to race.

WALIM (Z Khairil) jumped awkwardly and was slow into stride.

IRON SAMURAI (WK Lee) was pulling hard in the early stages and was difficult to settle.

Jockey WK Lee was severely reprimanded for excessive whip use on IRON SAMURAI.

A post-race veterinary examination of GENERAL ORDER revealed no obvious abnormality. IRON SAMURAI returned having cast its off fore plate.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	7	IRON SAMURAI	WK Lee	1:11.7	–
2^nd	3	JAMES BOND	HK Cheng	–	1
3^rd	6	ALESSIA BEAUTY	S Ruzaini	–	Short head
4^th	2	BRING IT WIN	App Z Syafifie	–	½

RACE 5 (R050) CLASS 5 (B) – 1200M

At approximately the 1100M-mark, SONG RIVER (App A Azizi) was crowded and had to steady when racing tight between D’GREAT EMPRESS (M Ewe) and HERO CHAMPION (R Rueven) which had been carried in by NEVERUNCONDITIONAL (Y Aify).

At approximately the 800M-mark, SUNNY STAR (S Ruzaini) shifted out to avoid the heels of YOU ARE GENIUS (SU Lim) and in so doing, bumped HERO CHAMPION onto the hind quarters of MAGIC SEVENTY TWO (App R Nuqman) who was unbalanced.

At approximately the 200M-mark, Jockey WK Lee, the rider of FIRST COMMAND, had his foot accidentally struck by Jockey AK Lim, the rider of CHIPS.

Jockey KP Lim, the rider of FUNKADELIC, reported that his mount was making abnormal respiratory noises. A post-race veterinary examination of FUNKADELIC revealed no obvious abnormality.

A post-race veterinary examination of I’M THE MAN (J Low) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	7	PIT BUL	KC Tham	1:10.9	–
2^nd	4	SUNNY STAR	S Ruzaini	–	½
3^rd	1	FIRST COMMAND	WK Lee	–	2
4^th	6	CHIPS	AK Lim	–	1 ¾

RACE 6 (R051) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

BANGKOK BOY, a course scratching as it had sustained a nail prick off fore foot, will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

BROADWAY SUCCESS (KP Lim) and TWILL GUY (HS Gill) were both slow into stride.

The saddle on BROADWAY SUCCESS slipped back in the running.

Jockey SU Lim, the rider of PLACE YOUR BET was fined RM500/- for negligence under MRA Rule/Regulation 152(5)(a) for dropping his whip at approximately the 150M-mark.

A post-race veterinary examination of ALWAYS D’GREAT (R Rueven) revealed no obvious abnormality.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that BROADWAY SUCCESS returned having cast its near fore plate and TWILL GUY returned with dorsal displacement soft palate and having cast its near fore plate. TWILL GUY will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

Jockey Z Khairil was questioned with regards to his ride on GOLDEN SHOW. He explained that the trainer wanted him to sit in approximately 4^th position and as such when he found himself in front, he steadied his mount. Trainer T Asogan confirmed these instructions. The Stewards noted their explanations.

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

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	10	INVICTUS WARRIOR	J Low	1:11.1	–
2^nd	3	GOLDEN SHOW	Z Khairil	–	Short head
3^rd	2	PLACE YOUR BET	SU Lim	–	1 ¾
4^th	6	LEESTOWN EXPRESS	App A Azizi	–	1 ¼

RACE 7 (R052) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

IAMBUTTER which was up 21kgs 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 T Asogan was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to declare the use of blinkers on IAMBUTTER (Z Khairil) within the stipulated time.

YES BOSSY (HS Gill), which was difficult and unable to be boxed, was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at 4.47pm. YES BOSSY will be required to pass one (1) starting stall test before being declared to race again.

SECKILL (R Narendran) jumped awkwardly outwards.

BITCOIN KING (KP Lim) jumped awkwardly inwards, resulting in LIM’S PIPER (App A Azizi) being crowded and slow into stride.

STAR GENIUS (AK Lim) was slow into stride.

Shortly after straightening, SHOWCASE THE GOLD (App Z Syafifie) rolled inwards and ran up to the heels of D’GREAT RICH (M Ewe) which also rolled outwards slightly.

Jockey KC Tham, the rider of MATILDA, was fined RM1,000/- for negligence under MRA Rule/Regulation 152(5)(a) for dropping his whip at approximately the 100M-mark.

Over the concluding stages, CASTLE CHOICE (WK Lee) shifted out from the whip, carrying SHOWCASE THE GOLD wide.

A post-race veterinary examination of SECKILL 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	3	STAR GENIUS	AK Lim	1:11.1	–
2^nd	10	MATILDA	KC Tham	–	¾
3^rd	9	CASTLE CHOICE	WK Lee	–	1
4^th	2	SHOWCASE THE GOLD	App Z Syafifie	–	½

RACE 8 (R053) CLASS 4 (A) – 1100M –

At approximately the 450M-mark, OUD WOOD (KC Tham) brushed the inside running rail and GOLDEN SARDINE (S Ruzaini) which was following, then steadied outwards over its heels.

Passing the 200M-mark, ZERO TO HERO (HK Cheng) faltered.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that ZERO TO HERO returned lame near fore and as such, will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.

A post-race veterinary examination of HANDSOME BOY (J Low) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	8	OUD WOOD	KC Tham	1:04.2	–
2^nd	7	MAGNOLIA BLVD	HS Gill	–	1 ½
3^rd	2	GOLDEN SARDINE	S Ruzaini	–	1 ¼
4^th	6	GOOD LUCK CHARM	App Z Syafifie	–	½

GENERAL REPORT(S)

POST-RACE ANALYSIS (EQUINE)

24^TH & 25^TH DECEMBER 2022

PENANG DECEMBER MEETING 2022

The report dated 10^th January 2023 (V22/199.1) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 41 coded urine and 53 sets of coded blood samples from the above- mentioned race meeting were received on 27^th December 2022 for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:

24^TH & 25^TH DECEMBER 2022

PENANG DECEMBER MEETING 2022

The report dated 5^th January 2023 (V22/200) from the Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics Laboratory stated that 5 coded urine samples from the above-mentioned race meeting were received on 27^thDecember 2022, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

APPEAL FROM TRAINER LIM HOON SENG AGAINST THE FINE OF RM3,000/- IMPOSED BY THE STIPENDIARY STEWARDS UNDER MRA RULE 152(5)(a)

WHEN HE WAS FOUND GUILTY OF AN ACT OF MISCONDUCT ON 12^TH NOVEMBER 2022 AT THE PENANG TURF CLUB PREMISES

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

After considering the submissions from Trainer Lim Hoon Seng and the Chief Stipendiary Steward, the Racing Stewards dismissed the Appeal. The penalty of RM3,000/- fine remains in effect.

The appeal deposit was forfeited.

PNTC – SATURDAY, 14^TH JANUARY 2023
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	GOLDEN EMPIRE	Sore back	Vet examination

PNTC, SATURDAY, 14^TH JANUARY 2023
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	CLOUD SHADOW	Vet examination
3	DRAGON CAVALLO	Vet examination
6	BANGKOK BOY	Vet examination
6	TWILL GUY	1000M & vet examination
7	YES BOSSY	1 starting stall test
7	SECKILL	1000M & vet examination
8	ZERO TO HERO	1000M & vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R1	Trainer HS Lim	JEFFREY	14/01/2023	250/-	152(5)(a)
R1	Trainer T Asogan	CAPE LINCOLN	14/01/2023	250/-	152(5)(a)
R6	Jockey SU Lim	PLACE YOUR BET	14/01/2023	500/-	152(5)(a)
R7	Trainer T Asogan	IAMBUTTER	14/01/2023-	250/-	152(5)(a)
R7	Jockey KC Tham	MATILDA	14/01/2023	1,000/-	152(5)(a)
Suspension (s)	R2	Jockey KP Lim (RAISE ME UP) – suspended for 2 race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii).
Follow-up(s)	R1	Jockey SU Lim (JEFFREY)

Penang Meeting – 25 December 2022

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

PENANG DECEMBER MEETING 2022

3^RD DAY, SUNDAY, 25^TH DECEMBER 2022

STATE OF TRACK: GOOD

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr David McGillivray (Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman), Mr Lee Seng He (Senior Stipendiary Steward) and Mr Devaraj a/l S Arujunen (Stipendiary Steward)

Change of Rider(s):

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	TONGARIRO	App F Yusoff	App A Nazir	Medical
2	MAESTRO	AK Lim	AM Aizat	Medical
3	GOLDEN SHOW	Y Aify	R Narendran	Medical
4	QIJI ACHEEVA	Y Aify	S Salee	Medical
5	NO FUN NO GAIN	Y Aify	HS Gill	Medical
5	RESOLUTE	App F Yusoff	App R Nuqman	Medical
6	SOMAR	Y Aify	M Yusri	Medical
7	BARBARIAN	Y Aify	App SN Shiva	Medical
7	D’GREAT EFFORT	AK Lim	L De Souza	Medical

RACE 1 (R1441) CLASS 5(B) – 1600M

Approaching the crossing at the 1500M-mark, TONGARIRO (App A Nazir) rolled inwards, brushing BLUE EYED BOY (L De Souza). App A Nazir, in the presence of his Acting Trainer, C Robert, was shown the video of the incident and was warned to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

TONGARIRO was hanging in in the straight. App A Nazir, in the presence of his Acting Trainer, C Robert, was shown the video of the incident and was warned that under similar circumstances in the future, he should change the use of the whip to his left hand.

JJ STAR (App R Nuqman) entered the home straight wide.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that DREAMS CAN BE REAL (M Yusri) 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	2	RAISE ME UP	KP Lim	1:36.5	–
2^nd	1	TONGARIRO	App A Nazir	–	1 ½
3^rd	5	BLUE EYED BOy	L De Souza	–	Head
4^th	4	DREAMS CAN BE REAL	M Yusri	–	1

RACE 2 (R1442) CLASS 5(A) – 1600M

Trainer EV Breukelen was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to seek the Stewards’ permission for Jockey L De Souza to ride 2kg over on MY AIM within the stipulated time.

MASTER JIANGMEN (M Yusri) jumped inwards, brushing the inside gate and was slow into stride.

MASTER JIANGMEN was obliged to race wide on the turn and entered the home straight wide.

Trainer HY Cheng was warned that in future, when a horse of his wins, he should not delay in approaching the Winner’s Enclosure for the photo session.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	3	NORTHERN STAR	R Rueven	1:35.9	–
2^nd	2	RULE THE WORLD	HS Gill	–	½
3^rd	7	MASTER JIANGMEN	M Yusri	–	2 ¾
4^th	9	SUCCESS STREET	SU Lim	–	½

RACE 3 (R1443) CLASS 5(A) – 1400M

The saddle on FIRE AWAY (KP Lim) slipped backwards at the jump.

GOLDEN SHOW (R Narendran), PARISBAS (WK Lee) and COSMIC SANDS (S Salee) were all slow into stride.

Shortly after the start, BIG BUS (App R Nuqman) was inconvenienced when BEIJING STAR (J Low) shifted inwards. Jockey J Low was warned to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that PARISBAS 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 NATE’S HONOUR (L De Souza) revealed no obvious abnormality. NATE’S HONOUR was impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	6	BEIJING STAR	J Low	1:22.6	–
2^nd	1	PLACE YOUR BET	SU Lim	–	¾
3^rd	4	NOVA FACTOR	AM Aizat	–	1 ½
4^th	3	GOLDEN SHOW	R Narendran	–	Neck

RACE 4 (R1444) CLASS 3 – 1300M

NOVA FACTOR (YY Oon) was slow into stride. Jockey YY Oon was shown the video of the start of this race and was warned that in future, he would be expected to give sufficient rein to his mount on jumping, failing which action may be taken against him.

Jockey M Yusri pleaded guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(12) for making a celebratory gesture on LIM’S DASHING prior to the winning post and was fined a sum of RM1,000/-.

Jockey HK Cheng, the rider of TOPMOST and App R Ruwaidy, the rider of GENERAL NIX reported that their mounts were not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination of

TOPMOST revealed no obvious abnormality. TOPMOST was impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination. GENERAL NIX returned exhibiting signs of 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 DIRECTOR (App R Nuqman) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	4	LIM’S DASHING	M Yusri	1:14.8	–
2^nd	7	QIJI ACHEEVA	S Salee	–	1 ¼
3^rd	10	MANDRAKE	HS Gill	–	3
4^th	2	THUNDER DRAGON	SS Vanan	–	2

RACE 5 (R1445) PREMIER STAKES – 1200M

PENANG ISLAND CUP

[3 YEAR OLDS & ABOVE] [SET-WEIGHTS]

(RIDERS ALLOWANCES NOT PERMITTED)

GRAND CROSS and AHTIMS KLIS are both course scratching. GRAND CROSS was sore off fore fetlock joint whilst AHTIMS KLIS had sustained a stone bruise near fore foot. Each horse will be required to pass a veterinary examination before being declared to race again.

RESOLUTE (App R Nuqman) and XENA (R Rueven) entered the home straight wide.

XENA was hanging out in the straight.

KRUGER (KC Tham) shifted out from the whip in the straight.

The saddle on RESOLUTE slipped backwards during the running.

Post-race veterinary examinations of AWESOME STORM (J Low), XENA and CHINESE TEA (L De Souza) revealed no obvious abnormality. AWESOME STORM was impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	11	NO FUN NO GAIN	HS Gill	1:07.9	–
2^nd	7	WATCH THE THRONE	AM Aizat	–	2 ¼
3^rd	6	CHEVAL RAPIDE	S Salee	–	2
4^th	10	KRUGER	KC Tham	–	Neck

RACE 6 (R1446) CLASS 4 (A) – 1200M

SOMAR (M Yusri) 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	1	FA FA STAR	J Low	1:09.2	–
2^nd	4	PERFECT	L De Souza	–	¾
3^rd	11	TUN O’REILLY	S Salee	–	1 ¼
4^th	3	MELTING POINT	SU Lim	–	2 ½

RACE 7 (R1447) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M

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

As there was no other suitable jockey available, the Stewards permitted App SN Shiva to replace Jockey Y Aify as the rider of BARBARIAN.

LAST CHANCE (M Yusri) was fractious in the barrier and was slow into stride.

Passing the 1000M-mark, HERO CHAMPION (R Rueven) was inconvenienced when FUNKADELIC (S Salee) rolled outwards.

BRING IT WIN was difficult to settle and was over-racing approaching the 800M-mark.

Passing the 300M-mark, D’GREAT DUCHESS (SU Lim) commenced to shift in from the whip and continued to race tight on the outside of BARBARIAN at the 100M-mark. Jockey SU Lim was shown the video of this incident and was warned to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.

A post-race veterinary examination of D’GREAT EFFORT (L De Souza) revealed no obvious abnormality.

Placing	Horse number	Horse	Rider	Time	Distance [length(s)]
1^st	1	D’GREAT DUCHESS	SU Lim	1:10.5	–
2^nd	2	BARBARIAN	App SN Shiva	–	1 ¼
3^rd	12	DETERMINE TO WIN	KC Tham	–	Head
4^th	11	BROADWAY SUCCESS	KP Lim	–	3 ¼

GENERAL REPORT(S)

Nil.

PNTC – SUNDAY, 25^TH DECEMBER 2022
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race	Horse(s)	Finding/Reason	Test(s)	Remark(s)
1	CAPE LINCOLN	Stone bruise off fore foot	Vet examination
5	MOON FACE	Bruised off fore heel	Vet examination
6	DRAGON CAVALLO	Infected wound near hind fetlock	Vet examination
7	MOONGATE FIVE	Bruised off fore suspensory ligament	Vet examination

PNTC, SUNDAY, 25^TH DECEMBER 2022
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race	Horse(s)	Test(s) Imposed	Remarks
1	DREAMS CAN BE REAL	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
2	Nil
3	PARISBAS	Bleeder’s test (3 months)
4	GENERAL NIX	1000M & vet examination
5	GRAND CROSS & AHTIMS KLIS	Vet examination each
6	SOMAR	1000M & vet examination
7	LEGACY WARRIOR	Vet examination

SUMMARY
Fine(s)	Name of Licensee	Horse name	Date of Fine imposed	Fine amount (RM)	MRA Rule/Regulation
R2	Trainer EV Breukelen	MY AIM	25/12/2022	250/-	152(5)(a)
R4	Jockey M Yusri	LIM’S DASHING	25/12/2022	1,000/-	44(12)
Suspension(s)	Nil
Follow-up(s)	Nil