KELAB LUMBA KUDA SELANGOR
SELANGOR TURF CLUB

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT
SELANGOR TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2017
SATURDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2017

STATE OF TRACK: Yielding
(Running rail in true position for the entire circuit)

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr Michael Castillo (Chief Stipendiary Steward), Mr Thanaraja Kasinathan (Stipendiary Steward), Mr Nigel Chong (Cadet Stipendiary Steward) & Mr Jarry Chong (Stipendiary Steward).

RACE 1 (R265) CLASS 5 – 1200M (SHORT COURSE A)

CHAMPAGNE ROSE (App S Zulfikri) jumped awkwardly.

LAZAROO (HK Cheng) and YOU NEVER KNOW (App AK Lim) were both caught racing wide throughout the event.

Approaching the 700M, MY TOUCH (App A Zaimuddin) was momentarily restrained by its rider in an endeavour to settle the gelding and as a result, SUPREME SASSO (F Yap) which was following, was momentarily inconvenienced.

LAZAROO shifted out approaching the home turn and made turn awkwardly.

CONQUISTADOR (App T Krisna) had to shift out over the heels of ROCK AND STONE (S Sandana) and VAGABOND (App M Hanif) in an endeavour to gain clear running in the home straight.

Over the final 150M, MY TOUCH which had a tendency to lay inwards, had to shift off the heels of NEW CLASSMATE (App KC Wong) to gain a clear run.

The Stewards questioned Trainer C Leck and Jockey S Ruzaini into the disappointing performance of ARLO which was favourite in the betting market. Trainer C Leck explained that in his opinion, he was surprised with the betting of this horse as the gelding was having its first start for his stable and has shown marginal improvement. The instructions were to get back on the gelding, and try and gain a soft run in the early stages and by doing this, the gelding may be able to show some improvement to finish off its races.

Jockey S Ruzaini confirmed the Trainer’s Instructions, however, stated that he placed the gelding under pressure at the 500M but it failed to respond to his riding in the home straight and he could not offer any explanation on the disappointing performance. The Stewards took into consideration the margin of 5 ¼ lengths from the winner.

Stipendiary Stewards’ Report 1
SLTC, Saturday, 25 February 2017

The Stewards informed Trainer C Leck to report back to the Stewards if there is anything amiss with the gelding on returning to his stable. Their explanations were noted for future reference. A post-race veterinary examination of ARLO revealed no significant finding.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race Horse Reason Test Remark
1 Nil
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE

Race Horse Up (+) / Down (-)
(in kgs)

1 Nil

Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 2 (R266) CLASS 5 – 1200M (SHORT COURSE A)

The start of this race was delayed when RUBICON (App AK Lim) proved difficult to be loaded into the barriers. RUBICON will be required to pass a 1000M/vet (from the starting stall) test before being declared to race again. The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that RUBICON returned having bled. In terms of MRA Rule 92(3), it will not be permitted to canter or gallop on the main training tracks of any racecourse for a period of 2 months, be entered for a bleeder’s test for a period of 3 months, start in any race for a period of 3 months after such declaration, and then only after passing the bleeder’s test.

MY BEAUTY (App T Krisna) which dislodged its rider en route to the start, was examined by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to take its place in the field.

Upon jumping, BAIL OUT (HK Cheng) reared high in the air and as a result, was slow to begin. When questioned, Jockey HK Cheng reported that his horse was in the barrier for too long and this may have contributed to this incident.

CIVIL UNION (A Nawawi) and BAIL OUT both raced wide throughout the event.

Q NINE MAC (HS Gill) had a tendency to lay outwards approaching the front straight on the run to the finish.

Shortly after entering the front straight, ACME (S Ruzaini) had to be severely checked by its rider when the gelding had a tendency to lay outwards over the heels of MY BEAUTY which rolled in marginally and as a result, lost ground.

Over the concluding stages of the event, JERAM GLORY (M Ganeesh) laid in under pressure.

The Stewards questioned Jockey HS Gill into the performance of Q NINE MAC in this event. Jockey HS Gill reported that after beginning well and over-racing, he found himself leading the event. Jockey HS Gill further stated that the gelding continued to have a tendency to lay outwards and over-raced, and he placed the gelding under pressure but it failed to respond to his riding. He further explained that carrying a heavy weight may have contributed to the disappointing performance of the gelding.

Stipendiary Stewards’ Report 2
SLTC, Saturday, 25 February 2017

After viewing the official patrol films of the gelding’s previous race starts, the Stewards were satisfied with the explanations given and noted his comments for future reference.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race Horse Reason Test Remark
2 DRAGON WALK Capacity field – EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE

Race Horse Up (+) / Down (-)
(in kgs)
2 AVANTI +18

Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 3 (R267) CLASS 5 – 1200M (SHORT COURSE A)

GREY IS POWER (App AK Lim) began awkwardly.

EAGLE SOAR (App T Krisna) and RAINBOW CENTRE (App SU Lim) were both caught racing wide throughout the event.

JUST DUIT which was beaten 21 lengths and GHOST ACE which was distanced, will each be required to pass a 1000M/vet test before being declared to race again for having a poor performance.

The Stewards questioned Trainer A Scott and Jockey S Ruzaini into the tactics that would be adopted on CLAIM in this event. Trainer A Scott reported that her instructions would be to try and gain a midfield position, and this was confirmed from the Trainer’s Instruction Form. She further stated that Jockey S Ruzaini must try to shift outwards in the home straight in order to gain a clear run as in her opinion, the gelding is better suited to be ridden in this manner. Jockey S Ruzaini stated the he was having his 2nd start on the gelding and he was fully aware of all the instructions given.

Following the running of the event, the Stewards questioned Jockey S Ruzaini into the tactics that were adopted on CLAIM as the concern of the Stewards was that in their opinion, Jockey S Ruzaini may have been able to shift out sooner in the home straight in an endeavour to gain a clear run to gain the best possible placing. He further stated that shortly after entering the front straight, he shifted outwards and rode hands and heels as he was instructed by the Trainer, however, it failed to respond to his riding and he commenced to use the whip sparingly and the gelding ran home okay.

The Stewards questioned Trainer A Scott into the tactics that were adopted on CLAIM in particular in relation to the change of instructions to be midfield rather than be on the pace as it has previously been in its previous starts. Trainer A Scott explained that in its previous race starts, CLAIM has been in weaker company and was satisfied with Jockey S Ruzaini’s ride on the gelding as he rode it to her instructions. She further stated that this horse is not an easy horse to ride and its normal rider, Jockey Y Aify is currently under suspension.

The Stewards were satisfied with their explanations and noted their comments for future reference.

Stipendiary Stewards’ Report 3
SLTC, Saturday, 25 February 2017

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race Horse Reason Test Remark
3 Nil
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE

Race Horse Up (+) / Down (-)
(in kgs)

3 Nil
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were
passed fit to start.
RACE 4 (R268) CLASS 4 – 1400M (SHORT COURSE A)

Racing to the 1200M, MR VICTORY (S Salee) had a tendency to over-race and as a result, clipped the heels of WONDERFUL SURPRISE (J Shankar) and blundered, resulting in the rider becoming unbalanced and lost some ground.

Over the final 200M of the event, SOON I WILL (App S Uzair) shifted outwards abruptly and finished wide on the track.

Upon returning to scales, Jockey S Salee, the rider of MR VICTORY, reported that his whip broke during running.

After taking extensive evidence from Jockey M Ganeesh and Trainer A Scott on the tactics that were adopted on TAUBOSS, the Stewards adjourned the inquiry at a date to be fixed.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race Horse Reason Test Remark
4 LIM’S MIRAGE Capacity field – EA
4 SATELLITE KING Float injury Vet exam Withdrawn at
12:57pm
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE

Race Horse Up (+) / Down (-)
(in kgs)
4 Nil

Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 5 (R269) CLASS 4 – 1200M (SHORT COURSE A)

Shortly after the start, BIRRALEE ROAD had to be eased off the heels of D’GREAT LEGION (J Low) when D’ GREAT LEGION shifted inwards.

RUSSELL THE CROWE (App S Zulfikri) had a tendency to over-race in the early and middle stages.

Stipendiary Stewards’ Report 4
SLTC, Saturday, 25 February 2017

Approaching the 300M, ONE FOR ALL (D Chong) shifted inwards resulting in BIRRALEE ROAD being tightened in onto DEKATI (M Ganeesh). Jockey D Chong was shown the official patrol films of the incident and was reminded of his obligations.

D’ GREAT LEGION had a tendency to lay outwards under pressure.

Upon returning to scales, App S Uzair, the rider of BIRRALEE ROAD, reported that his whip broke during running.

The Stewards questioned B Trainer Siva Kumar s/o Subramaniam, in the presence of Trainer PS Kumaran, into the tactics that were adopted on RUSSELL THE CROWE in the event. The Stewards took into consideration that the Trainer’s Instruction Form which was duly signed by both parties, stated that the gelding was to be ridden in mid-to-back position, however, on this occasion, the horse was found to be contesting for lead throughout the event.

When questioned, B Trainer Siva Kumar stated that it was a mistake on his behalf as he did change his instructions that were given to the Jockey. He believed that from a good barrier, to try and race in a forward position as was the case. The Stewards informed B Trainer Siva Kumar in the strongest term that in future should he wish to change his instructions, he should inform the Stewards prior to the race.Trainer PS Kumaran agreed with the Stewards’ observations and believed that it was not intentional on this occasion. The Stewards did not take any action, however, a warning was issued.

The Steward questioned Jockey J Low and Trainer R Lines into the performance of D’ GREAT LEGION in particular in the home straight of this event. Jockey J Low explained that approaching the 300M, he had to momentarily shift off the heels of TILSWORTH MALI (S Ruzaini) which rolled in marginally and shortly after this incident, was disappointed for a run between TILSWORTH MALI and LUCKY SIXTYSIX (S Sandana) and as a result, had to shift wider on the track to gain a clear run and lost valuable ground.

Trainer R Lines agreed with his rider’s explanation. The Stewards were satisfied as it was confirmed with the official patrol films and noted their comments for future reference.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race Horse Reason Test Remark
5 Nil

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE

Race Horse Up (+) / Down (-)

(in kgs)

5 Nil

Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 6 (R270) CLASS 5 – 1700M (LONG COURSE A)

App S Zulfikri was fined RM200/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to utilize his claim fully on KING OF THE CREEK. Due to App S Zulfikri’s poor record in relation to weight offences, the Stewards placed an embargo on him and that he is only allowed to accept rides 53kgs and above.

STREET CHAMP (C Goon) was very slow to begin.

Stipendiary Stewards’ Report 5
SLTC, Saturday, 25 February 2017

ANGEL OF MINE (App A Zaimuddin) jumped awkwardly.

ANGEL OF MINE had a tendency to over-race in the early stages and had to be eased off runners in front and as a result, got its head up and raced ungenerously.

STREET CHAMP was caught racing wide in the early stages before progressing forward and gaining a position behind runners at the 900M.

ANGEL OF MINE which was distanced, will be required to pass a 1000M/vet test before being declared to race again for having a poor performance.

The Stewards questioned Trainer C Leck and Jockey C Goon into the reasons why STREET CHAMP was slow to begin. Trainer C Leck stated that the gelding has shown a habit of beginning slowly and was endeavouring to rectify the problem. Jockey C Goon confirmed this.

After viewing the official patrol films in particular the inside barrier cameras, the Stewards were satisfied with their explanations and noted their comments for future reference.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race Horse Reason Test Remark
6 Nil
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.
HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE

Race Horse Up (+) / Down (-)
(in kgs)
6 Nil –

Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 7 (R271) MAIDEN – 1300M (LONG COURSE A)

Trainer C Leck was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to declare the use of blinkers on D’GREAT SURPRISE within the prescribed time.

This race was run in heavy rain.

TAKE A BOW (HK Cheng) dislodged its rider behind the barriers, was apprehended, examined by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and passed fit to take its place in the field.

Upon jumping, WINGED FOOT (App CK Khaw) was slow to begin and shifted inwards abruptly towards the running rail resulting in the rider becoming unbalanced and as a result, trailed the field in the early stages. WINGED FOOT will be required to pass a 1000M/vet (from the starting stall) test before being declared to race again.

CRESCENDO and TAKE A BOW both raced wide in the middle stages.

Approaching the 900M, LIM’S CHARGE (App A Zaimuddin) rolled inwards resulting in BLOOD ROYAL (J Low) having to be eased by its rider.

Stipendiary Stewards’ Report 6
SLTC, Saturday, 25 February 2017

Over the final 400M, WINGED FOOT shifted out under pressure and finished very wide on the track.

Approaching the 200M, when being struck with the whip, D’GREAT SURPRISE (Lou Ho) shifted inwards abruptly for some distance which resulted in the rider becoming unbalanced when attempting to straighten the gelding. This resulted in severe contact which inconvenienced LIM’S MISSION (HS Gill) which in turn was taken towards the running rail and had to be severely checked by its rider. After taking evidence from Jockey Lou Ho and in view of the gelding’s racing manners, D’GREAT SURPRISE will be required to pass a 1000M/vet test before being declared to race again.

CRESCENDO which was distanced, will be required to pass a 1000M/vet test before being declared to race again for having a poor performance.

All riders returned to scale an average of 1 to 1 1/2kgs overweight due to the adverse weather conditions.

As Trainer L Moy had left the course, the Stewards adjourned an inquiry into the bit being incorrectly fitted on TAKE A BOW upon arriving at the barriers.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race Horse Reason Test Remark
7 Nil
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE

Race Horse Up (+) / Down (-)
(in kgs)
7 Nil
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

Note:

 ALL RACES WILL BE REVIEWED

 ALL PLACED RUNNERS IN EVERY RACE WERE SENT TO BE SWABBED POST-RACE

Following the running of Race 7, the Stewards and a representation of Jockeys had a meeting in relation to the adverse weather conditions, in particular the thunder and lightning strikes in the area. The Stewards, after further meeting with the Racing Stewards, decided to abandon the final 2 races today (Races 8 and 9) due to the safety of both riders and horses.

GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC

RACE 2 (R173) CLASS 5 – 1200M (SHORT COURSE A), SATURDAY, 4 FEBRUARY 2017, SELANGOR TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2017

The Stewards, on 21 February 2017 at the Selangor Turf Club, concluded an inquiry into the tactics that were adopted on ELEGENT in the above race.

Stipendiary Stewards’ Report 7
SLTC, Saturday, 25 February 2017

After taking evidence from Jockey Y Aify, the rider of ELEGENT, and Trainer Anna Scott, the Trainer of ELEGENT, and after viewing the official patrol films in particular the gelding’s previous race starts, the Stewards, acting on their own observations, found Jockey Y Aify 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 ELEGENT in the above race, shortly after entering the home straight at approximately the 350M mark, Jockey Y Aify failed to shift ELEGENT outwards to gain a clear run when the opportunity presented itself and he elected to stay to the inside where in the opinion of the Stewards, was detrimental to his chances of gaining the best possible placing in the field. The Stewards were also not satisfied that Jockey Y Aify showed his normal riding style and displayed sufficient vigour between the 350M to the 150M where the horse ran home well into 5th placing beaten by a margin of 3 lengths from the winner.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey Y Aify’s mitigating factors, the betting market as ELEGENT was one of the favourites in the event, his previous riding record and submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of three (3) months with effect from 22 February 2017 and to expire on 21 May 2017, both dates inclusive, to be served concurrently with his current suspension. He was also fined RM20,000/- and advised of his Right of Appeal (12:15pm).

Jockey Y Aify subsequently exercised his Right of Appeal. The appeal hearing against the penalty of the suspension of three (3) months and fine of RM20,000/- will be held at a date to be fixed.

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RACE 8 (R142) CLASS 5 – 1400M (LONG COURSE A), SUNDAY, 29 JANUARY 2017, SELANGOR TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2017

Jockey M Ganeesh (KIM SALUTE) subsequently exercised his Right of Appeal and applied for a Stay of Sentence. The Stewards considered the application for a stay which was granted. The appeal hearing against the penalty of the suspension of one (1) month will be held at a date to be fixed.

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POST RACE URINE:
29 & 30 JANUARY 2017
SELANGOR TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2017

The report dated 10 February 2017 (V17/015) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 50 coded urine and 55 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 30 January 2017, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

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JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:
29 & 30 JANUARY 2017
SELANGOR TURF CLUB JANUARY MEETING 2017

The report dated 10 February 2017 (V17/016) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 4 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 30 January 2017, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

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Stipendiary Stewards’ Report 8
SLTC, Saturday, 25 February 2017

POST RACE URINE:
4 FEBRUARY 2017
SELANGOR TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2017

The report dated 10 February 2017 (V17/017) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 28 coded urine and 30 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 4 February 2017, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

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JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:
4 FEBRUARY 2017
SELANGOR TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2017

The report dated 10 February 2017 (V17/018) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 4 February 2017, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

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GENERAL REPORT(S) – PRTC

The following has undergone corrective surgery at the PRTC Veterinary Hospital between 22/01/2017 and 21/02/2017 and as such will be subjected to pass a Steward’s Embargo Test before being declared to race again :-

1. THE DUKE (N618) Tr. PK Leong – Arthroscopy Right Knee – 1000M/Vet

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POST-RACE URINE:
11 & 12 FEBRUARY 2017
PERAK TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2017

The report dated 23 February 2017 (V17/020) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 41 coded urine and 42 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 12 February 2017, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:
11 & 12 FEBRUARY 2017
PERAK TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2017

The report dated 23 February 2017 (V17/021) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 4 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 12 February 2017, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

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Stipendiary Stewards’ Report 9
SLTC, Saturday, 25 February 2017

Change of Rider(s)
Race Horse Rider Replaced By Reason
Nil

NON ACCEPTORS
Race Horse Reason Test Remark
1 IKTO Bruised off fore Vet exam –
fetlock
1 AMPED Cut off hind fetlock Vet exam –
4 ALFRAAJ Sore back Vet exam –
6 FLYING AHEAD Colic Vet exam –
7 BLIXEM Nail prick near fore Vet exam –
foot
7 THUNDER KING Bruised near hind Vet exam –
8 GAZOO Bruised off fore Vet exam –
tendon
9 CHATEAUNEUF Bruised back muscle Vet exam –
DUPAPE

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

SLTC, SATURDAY, 25 FEBRUARY 2017

POST RACE VETERINARY EXAMINATION / REPORT FROM VETERINARY SURGEON
– TESTS IMPOSED
Race Horse Reason/Finding Test Remark
1 ARLO No significant finding – –
2 RUBICON Proved difficult to be 1000M/vet (from –
loaded into the barriers the starting stall) &
& bled Bleeder’s test
3 GHOST ACE Poor performance / No 1000M/vet –
significant finding
3 JUST DUIT Poor performance 1000M/vet –
4 Nil

5 REACHING No significant finding – –

5 GHOST CITY Cast near fore plate – –
6 ANGEL OF MINE Poor performance / No 1000M/vet –
significant finding
6 TURNED OUT No significant finding – –
6 SUPER No significant finding – –
EIGHTYTHREE
7 WINGED FOOT Slow to begin & shifted 1000M/vet (from –
inwards abruptly the starting stall)
7 D’GREAT Racing manners 1000M/vet –
SURPRISE
7 CRESCENDO Poor performance 1000M/vet –

Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

Fine(s) R6 App S Zulfikri (KING OF THE CREEK) – fined RM200/- for
negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a)

Stipendiary Stewards’ Report 10
SLTC, Saturday, 25 February 2017

R7 Trainer C Leck (D’GREAT SURPRISE) – fined RM250/- for
negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a)
21/2 Jockey Y Aify (ELEGENT) – fined RM20,000/- under MRA
Rule 44(10)

Suspension(s) 21/2 Jockey Y Aify (ELEGENT) – 3 months under MRA Rule
44(10)

Follow Up R4 Jockey M Ganeesh / Trainer A Scott (TAUBOSS)

R7 Trainer L Moy (TAKE A BOW)