KELAB LUMBA KUDA PULAU PINANG
PENANG TURF CLUB
STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT PENANG MARCH MEETING 2017 – 1ST DAY, SATURDAY 11TH MARCH 2017
STATE OF TRACK: GOOD
Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:
Mr David Anthony Fisher (Acting Chief Stipendiary Steward – Chairman), Mr Philip Anderson (Senior Stipendiary Steward), Mr Lee Seng He, Mr Devaraj Arujunen and Mr Jarry Chong Kok Heng (Stipendiary Stewards)
RACE 1 (R322) CLASS 5 – 1100M
PRINCE ISLANDER (S Anandan) hesitated at the start, jumped awkwardly and was slow to begin.
Approaching the turn at about the 800M, COSTNER (TM Wan) was inconvenienced when tightened on the inside of I’M KOOL (App M Sathiaa) and PROPITIONS GOLD (S Sandana) which received some pressure from AMPED (App Z Khairil). Shortly afterwards, COSTNER checked after brushing the inside running rail and lost some ground.
JP SUMMER (J Shankar) was trapped wide on the turn at the 700M.
App Z Khairil, the rider of AMPED, was unbalanced on the turn shortly after the 700M, causing his saddle to momentarily shift to the offside.
POLO GAGA (M Ganeesh) drifted outwards under pressure in the closing stages.
Jockey S Sandana, the rider of PROPITIONS GOLD, reported that his mount was not striding out freely. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no obvious abnormality.
A post-race veterinary examination revealed that COSTNER returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.
Post-race veterinary examinations of I’M KOOL and NEW CLASSMATE (J Low) revealed no obvious abnormality.
NEW CLASSMATE and COSTNER were both Impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.
RACE 2 (R323) CLASS 5 – 1100M
IKTO (J De Souza) turned its head in the barrier just prior to the start and was slow to begin.
At the start, HAPPY AMIGO (App S Zulfikri) jumped awkwardly outwards onto HIGH PEAK (S Sandana) which had to be steadied.
GREEN TRACER (HK Cheng) and HAPPY AMIGO were both difficult to settle in the early stages.
ZAC GALLANT (S Thai Yang) raced wide on the turn into the home straight.
Post-race veterinary examinations of ZAC GALLANT and THONG’S JIAQING (J Chuah) revealed no obvious abnormality. ZAC GALLANT and THONG’S JIAQING were both Impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.
App M Zairi who rode his 40th winner on DYNAMIC TRIO in this race, would only be entitled to claim 2kgs allowance as from Monday, 13th March 2017.
When questioned about his ride on ZAC GALLANT, Jockey S Thai Yang advised the Stewards that it was his first time riding ZAC GALLANT and Trainer S Hamilton had told him that this horse could be very difficult in the barrier and as such, the stable had requested 2 handlers to hold this horse in the gates. After jumping from the barrier, Jockey S Thai Yang did not chase ZAC GALLANT forward as instructed and ended up further back than he had intended. Once at the rear, ZAC GALLANT began to race keenly and was unable to stay towards the inside and commenced to race wide on the turn from the 800M whilst making up ground. Trainer S Hamilton confirmed the instructions for this horse were to be closer to the pace and advised that this horse was difficult in the barrier and he was to be mindful. After considering the matter and reviewing the video replay, the Stewards advised Jockey S Thai Yang that they were not entirely satisfied with his ride as he should have attempted to maintain a more forward position earlier after the start. He was warned that in future, he was to ride his horses so as to leave no room for query.
RACE 3 (R324) CLASS 5 – 1600M
At the start, TIME TO SHINE (M Yusri) jumped awkwardly outwards onto AGELESS (J De Souza).
BALBOA (F Yap) jumped the crossing at about the 1500M and was trapped wide in the back straight.
AGELESS and KING OF THE CREEK (App SU Lim) were both pulling hard and were difficult to settle in the early part of the race.
The saddle on JACKPOT (HK Cheng) slipped to the offside during the running.
App Z Khairil, the rider of COCONUT, reported that his mount did not handle the firm track.
Trainer B Ng, when questioned regarding the improved performance of FAIRBORN (S Anandan), was unable to give any tangible explanation other than stating that FAIRBORN was a mediocre horse racing in an average field. His riding instructions and training programme had been unchanged. His explanation was noted and his attention was drawn to the Rules regarding “in-and-out” running (MRA Rule 117(3)).
When questioned regarding the disappointing performance of BALBOA, Trainer K Coetzee stated that the gelding had been working well and was expected to run well today. Trainer K Coetzee was unable to give any tangible explanation other than stating that the firmer track today did not suit BALBOA. His explanation was noted. A post-race veterinary examination of BALBOA revealed no obvious abnormality. The gelding was Impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.
RACE 4 (R325) CLASS 5 – 1600M
VICTORY MARCH (C Goon) was slow into stride and showed no early pace despite being urged.
SING ENERGY (F Yap) was difficult to settle in the early part of the race.
Passing the 800M, SING ENERGY which was racing keen, steadied outwards and brushed ALACARTE (App SU Lim).
Shortly after the finish of the race, EMPEROR QIAN LONG (HK Cheng) had to check when ALACARTE shifted sharply inwards. App SU Lim, in the presence of his Acting Master, Trainer K Coetzee, was shown the video replay of the incident and was warned to make more attempt to keep his horse on a straight course.
A post-race veterinary examination of VICTORY MARCH revealed that the gelding returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and was lame near fore. VICTORY MARCH will be required to pass a test (1000M/vet) before being declared to race again.
Post-race veterinary examinations of LUCK DRAGON (App KC Wong) and HOME RUN HERO (Lou Ho) revealed no obvious abnormality. LUCK DRAGON was Impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.
RACE 5 (R326) CLASS 4 – 1100M
ORIENTAL SPIRIT which was up 22kgs in body weight since its last run, was checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon prior to the race and was passed fit to start.
After being loaded into the barriers, RUFFLE THE RUFFIAN (J Shankar) became fractious and reared. As the start was effected, RUFFLE THE RUFFIAN reared again, refused to jump and took no part in the race. After reviewing the video replay and considering MRA Rule 115, the “All Clear” was given. RUFFLE THE RUFFIAN will be required to pass one starting stall test before being declared to race again. Shortly after the start, MOLLY BROWNE (HK Cheng) rolled outwards and steadied off the heels of MR WHYTE (L Sofhan). At about the same time, SIR RALLY (M Ganeesh) steadied when tightened between LONHMIN (J Low) and FULL MEANING (Lou Ho) which laid inwards.
ORIENTAL SPIRIT (App Z Khairil) raced keen and was difficult to settle in the back straight.
SIR RALLY was trapped wide on the turn at the 700M.
RACE 6 (R327) MAIDEN – 1200M
At the start, AUGUSTA (Lou Ho) jumped awkwardly outwards and bumped TOMORROW’S GOLD (App CT Lee) which was then turned inwards, crossing the path of AUGUSTA which had to be checked. Shortly thereafter, DOMINATE (App SU Lim) checked and clipped the heels of TOMORROW’S GOLD which had been over-corrected outwards.
At about the 900M, CROWN TREASURE (S Ruzaini) which was racing greenly, shifted away from the whip and struck the inside running rail.
Approaching the turn at the 800M, MASTER OF SUCCESS (J De Souza) checked on the inside of PICASSO (M Ganeesh). An Inquiry into this matter was adjourned until 12th March 2017.
Shortly after entering the home straight, BUTCH CASSIDY (S Sandana) steadied outwards away from MAGIC RANGER (S Salee) which was steadied outwards around the heels of MASTER OF SUCCESS which switched outwards for a run. Jockey J De Souza, the rider of MASTER OF SUCCESS, was shown the video replay and was warned to exercise more care when shifting ground in future.
Approaching the 200M mark, MASTER OF SUCCESS rolled outwards and brushed MAGIC RANGER. Post-race veterinary examinations of MASTER OF SUCCESS and CROWN TREASURE revealed no obvious abnormality. Both geldings were Impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.
RACE 7 (R328) CLASS 5 – 1400M
D’CREATOR 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.
ANAK PENANG (App Z Khairil) jumped awkwardly at the start and was slow to begin.
At about the 1100M, BUKIT BINTANG (J Low) steadied away from BAZINGA (App S Rosmizan) which rolled outwards.
ANAK PENANG raced keen and was difficult to settle in the back straight.
At about the 250M, EMPIRE BAY (KT Cheng) steadied outwards off the heels of LUCKY MONEY (App CT Lee).
LUCKY MONEY was held up for a clear run at about the 200M mark.
Post-race veterinary examinations of BAZINGA and ANAK PENANG revealed no obvious abnormality. ANAK PENANG was Impounded for further veterinary and analytical examination.
GENERAL REPORT(S)
GENERAL REPORT – SLTC
RACE 5 (R296) CLASS 4 – 1300M (SHORT COURSE A), SATURDAY, 4 MARCH 2017, SELANGOR TURF CLUB MARCH MEETING 2017
The Stewards, on 9 March 2017 at the Selangor Turf Club, concluded an inquiry into the tactics that were adopted on LIM’S MISSION in the above race.
After taking evidence from Jockey HS Gill, the rider of LIM’S MISSION, and after viewing the official patrol films, the Stewards, acting on their own observations, found Jockey HS Gill 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 LIM’S MISSION in the above race, he failed to improve his position from the 1050M to the 500M in order to gain the best possible position.
In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey HS Gill’s mitigating factors, his previous good riding record and submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of one (1) month with immediate effect from 9 March 2017 and to expire on 8 April 2017, both dates inclusive, to be served concurrently with his current suspension which will expire on 18 March 2017. He was also fined RM10,000/- and advised of his Right of Appeal (11:35am).
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INQUIRY IN RELATION TO TRAINER ANNA SCOTT’S COMMENTS THAT WERE POSTED ON SOCIAL MEDIA ON 5 MARCH 2017
The Stewards, on 9 March 2017 at the Selangor Turf Club, questioned Trainer Anna Scott into the comments that were posted on social media being facebook, on 5 March 2017. After taking extensive evidence from Trainer Anna Scott and reviewing the comments that were posted, the Stewards were satisfied that it was not in breach of MRA Rule 152(3)(a), however she was reminded, in the strongest terms, of her obligations under this Rule as a licensed Trainer.
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WITHDRAWAL OF APPEAL BY APP P DENESKUMAR IN RELATION TO HIS SUSPENSION OF ONE (1) YEAR FOR CONTRAVENTION OF MRA RULE 133(1)(l) IMPOSED BY THE STIPENDIARY STEWARDS IN CONNECTION WITH A REPORT RELATING TO THE CIRCUMSTANCES SURROUNDING THE RIDING OF “NO NONSENSE” IN RACE 8 (R659) ON SATURDAY, 21 MAY 2016 AT THE SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2016
App P Deneskumar (NO NONSENSE) who lodged an appeal against his suspension of one (1) year under MRA Rule 133(1)(l), applied to withdraw his appeal on 8 March 2017. After consideration, his application was acceded to, however, his deposit was forfeited. As he is not granted a Stay of Sentence, he is currently serving his suspension of one (1) year which will expire on 29 August 2017.
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POST RACE URINE:
25 & 26 FEBRUARY 2017
SELANGOR TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2017
The report dated 9 March 2017 (V17/024) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 49 coded urine and 53 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 26 February 2017, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.
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JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:
25 & 26 FEBRUARY 2017
SELANGOR TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2017
The report dated 9 March 2017 (V17/025) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 5 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 26 February 2017, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.
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POST RACE URINE:
4 MARCH 2017
SELANGOR TURF CLUB MARCH MEETING 2017
The report dated 9 March 2017 (V17/028) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 31 coded urine and 31 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 4 March 2017, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.
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JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:
4 MARCH 2017
SELANGOR TURF CLUB MARCH MEETING 2017
The report dated 9 March 2017 (V17/029) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 4 March 2017, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.
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PNTC – SATURDAY, 11TH MARCH 2017
NON-ACCEPTORS – TEST(s) IMPOSED
Race Horse(s) Finding/Reason Test(s) Remark(s)
1 LANDING NORTH Lame near fore 1000M & vet examination
2 MARCO POLO Sore near fore fetlock Vet examination
3 KIWI MAESTRO Bruised off fore fetlock Vet examination
4 SERPICO Sole bruise off fore Vet examination
5 AUDACIOUS Bruised near fore cannon Vet examination
5 CELERITAS Sole bruise off fore Vet examination
6 ASTRO CHEVALIER Sore off fore tendon Vet examination (knocked)
PNTC, SATURDAY, 11TH MARCH 2017
SUMMARY – STEWARDS’ EMBARGO
Race Horse(s) Test(s) Imposed
1 COSTNER 1000M & vet examination
2 Nil
3 Nil
4 VICTORY MARCH 1000M & vet examination
5 RUFFLE THE RUFFIAN 1 starting stall
6 Nil
7 Nil
SUMMARY
Fine(s) Nil
Suspension(s) Nil
Follow-up(s) R6 Jockey M Ganeesh (PICASSO)