Selangor Meeting – 18 October 2020

STIPENDIARY STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB OCTOBER MEETING 2020

SUNDAY, 18 OCTOBER 2020 

STATE OF TRACK: Good

Course C (Rail @ 4M) Cutaway 

Panel of Stipendiary Stewards:

Mr Fin Powrie (Chief Stipendiary Steward), Mr Thanaraja Kasinathan (Stipendiary Steward) & Mr Nigel Chong (Stipendiary Steward).

Veterinary Surgeons:

Dr Shri Kanth (Chief Veterinary Surgeon) & Dr James Yu.

RACE 1 (R840)         CLASS 5 (B) – 1600M (LONG COURSE)

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BULLISH LUCK (SU Lim) was slow into stride.

SNAGGLE PUSS (AK Lim) drifted out in the concluding stages.

A post-race veterinary examination of FRENCH VINTAGE (App N Varmah) revealed that it was lame off fore and as such will be required to pass a 1000M/vet test before being declared to race again.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

1

LINCOLN CITY

Cellulitis both hind legs

Vet exam

Course scratching

1

RELIC WARRIOR

Capacity field

EA

1

GOLD MOSA

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 2 (R841)         CLASS 5 (A) – 1600M (LONG COURSE)

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JEFFREY (App CK Khaw) was slow into stride. JEFFREY which was racing fiercely near the 1000M, then had to race wide until the straight.

Near the 1000M, LIGHTNING HERO (App N Varmah) threw its head when being restrained when MURDOCH (KC Wong) shifted in.

MR CONNERY (App L De Souza) raced wide in the middle stages.

Jockey SU Lim (TRINITY HONOR) was warned for looking around as he crossed the lead at the 1050M.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

2

JARL

Respiratory Infection

Vet exam

Course scratching

2

BERLINETTA

Bruised off fore fetlock 

Vet exam

Course scratching

2

E SUPREME

Capacity field

EA

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

RACE 3 (R842)         CLASS 4 (B) – 1300M (LONG COURSE)

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An objection was lodged by Jockey R Rueven, the rider of BEIJING STAR, placed second, against SUPER BB (AK Lim) being declared the winner, on the grounds of alleged interference at about the 125M. After considering the evidence, the Racing Stewards overruled the objection and the result stood.

MR COPPOLA (S Ruzaini) and CHIPS (KC Wong) bumped on jumping.

RAINBOW FISH (App CK Khaw) raced wide in the middle stages.

SUPER BB drifted out when Jockey AK Lim continued to use his whip over the 200M, carrying BEIJING STAR outwards over the final strides. On inquiry, Jockey AK Lim pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he continued to ride SUPER BB aggressively with the whip and failed to straighten that gelding when it shifted over the concluding 150M.

In assessing a penalty, the Stewards considered this incident at the lower level of carelessness as it did not include any significant interference to any other runner, and imposed a suspension of one (1) day with effect from 19 October 2020 and to expire on 24 October 2020, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

3

LOOKS GOOD

Capacity field

EA

3

D’GREAT DUCHESS

Capacity field

EA

3

TRINITY LAD

Capacity field

EA

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

RACE 4 (R843)         CLASS 4 (B) – 1300M (LONG COURSE)

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GORDON G (AK Lim) reared at the start, losing considerable ground.

VOYAGER (SU Lim) from its wide barrier, was unable to secure a passage and raced wide throughout.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

4

ELITE SAINT

Capacity field

EA

4

SUPER LINE

Capacity field

EA

4

CONFIDE

Capacity field

EA

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

RACE 5 (R844)         COMBINED CLASS 2 & 3 – 1400M (LONG COURSE)

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SACRED TONIC (App CK Khaw) which was restless in the stalls, bounded in the air at the start, losing ground.

TIME TO HARVEST (HS Gill) veered outwards when striding onto the heels of SHANGHAI NIGHTS (App L De Souza) at the 1000M.

SACRED TONIC which was racing fiercely, strode onto the heels of SHANGHAI NIGHTS near the 950M, and threw its head when being steadied.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

5

MR CROWE

Cut near fore fetlock 

Vet exam

Course scratching

5

GOD HELPS ME

Bruised near fore fetlock 

Vet exam

Course scratching

5

GOOD NEWS

Capacity field

EA

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

RACE 6 (R845)         NOVICE – 1300M (SHORT COURSE)

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PEARL DANCER (C Goon) veered outwards at the start, bumping CHER (S Ruzaini) which became unbalanced with Jockey S Ruzaini losing his near side stirrup iron which he regained shortly thereafter.

ICHIKA BACHIKA (J Shankar) jumped awkwardly and struck the hind-quarters of BURBANK (App M Lukman).

Jockey S Ruzaini (CHER) was fined RM250/- under MRA Rule 41(6)(c)(i) for hitting his horse forward of the shoulder on two (2) occasions.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

6

NASSEB

Capacity field

EA

6

ISLE OF SKY

Respiratory Infection

Vet exam

Course scratching

6

GOLDEN PEAK

Capacity field

EA

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

RACE 7 (R846)         CLASS 4 (B) – 1300M (SHORT COURSE)

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Acting on veterinary advice that HYDRANT (App K Pavinthran) was lame near fore, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of the gelding at 3:53pm. HYDRANT will be required to pass a 1000M/vet test before being declared to race again.

HAVANA (C Goon), HAPPY BOX SIX (App CK Khaw), LUKE MAN (SU Lim) and PACIFIC MYSTICAL (S Ruzaini) were slow into stride.

SHA NA NA (J Daniel) jumped awkwardly and when being straightened, threw its head, losing ground.

A post-race veterinary examination of BEAUTIFUL ONE (App S Uzair) revealed that it was lame near fore and as such will be required to pass a 1000M/vet test before being declared to race again.

A post-race veterinary examination of BLESSEDWITHFORTUNE (AK Lim) revealed that the gelding bled and will be barred from racing for a period of three (3) months under MRA Rule 92(3) and thereafter will be required to pass a bleeder’s test before being declared to race again.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

7

REBEL FURY 

Capacity field

EA

7

LA FAMILIA

Capacity field

EA

7

ELITE BEAST

Capacity field

EA

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

HORSE(S) WEIGHT DEVIATION OF 15KGS OR MORE

Race

Horse

Up (+) / Down (-)

(in kgs)

7

HAVANA

+20

7

LUKE MAN

+18

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

RACE 8 (R847)         CLASS 3 – 1400M (SHORT COURSE)

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EL TORDILLO (S Ruzaini) was slow to begin.

Over the concluding stages, DUTROW (R Rueven) shifted in, crowding MOMENT OF JUSTICE (App CK Khaw) which was then tightened when CHINO DINERO (App M Lukman) shifted out approaching the finish. App M Lukman (CHINO DINERO) was warned that he must straighten his mount if he shifts.

Jockey W Faizal (EBRAZ) was severely reprimanded for hitting his horse forward of the shoulder.

A post-race veterinary examination of TEN EMPEROR (Y Aify) revealed that the gelding bled and will be barred from racing for a period of three (3) months under MRA Rule 92(3) and thereafter will be required to pass a bleeder’s test before being declared to race again.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

8

LISBOA STAR

Capacity field

EA

8

AUSONE

Capacity field

EA

8

TIME TO INVEST

Capacity field

EA

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

RACE 9 (R848)         CLASS 4 (A) – 1300M (SHORT COURSE)

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TAFFETAS (App S Sia) was slow into stride.

PREMIUM STARS (App A Suriya) jumped awkwardly, threw head in the air, causing its rider to become unbalanced.

BAKUTEH (C Goon) raced keenly from the middle stages to the top of the straight.

BAD BOYS (App Uzair) and I AM THE BOSS (App S Zulfikri) raced wide in the middle stages.     

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

9

SMART INVESTMENT

Capacity field

EA

9

JABBAR

Capacity field

EA

9

D’GREAT RICH

Capacity field

EA

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

RACE 10 (R849)       CLASS 4 (A) – 1300M (SHORT COURSE)

                                    INSIDE RUNNING WITH DARREN MCAULLAY 

ARROGATE ACHIEVER (App A Suriya) was slow to begin.

SORBETA (HK Cheng) and BILLY MOJO (AK Lim) raced wide in the middle stages.

Passing the 250M, SUPER HERO (SU Lim) rolled inwards, holding MARTIN V J (R Shafiq) tight which in turn, crowded BILLY MOJO.  

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

10

TRUST AND HONOUR

Capacity field

EA

10

JERAM VILLAGE

Capacity field

EA

10

REDOUBT

Capacity field

EA

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

RACE 11 (R850)       CLASS 5 (A) – 1600M (SHORT COURSE)

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GIGANTE DEL ANDRE (Y Aify) was slow in to stride.

FIRST SUCCESS (J Shankar) jumped inwards at the start, carrying MOON BABY (App A Suriya) inwards.

ORION (App CK Khaw) and ARLO (App K Pavinthran) raced wide throughout.

ORION drifted in from the 400M.

A post-race veterinary examination of SMIDDY BYRNE (AK Lim) revealed no significant finding.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

11

M SEVEN

Respiratory Infection

Vet exam

Course scratching

11

D’GREAT MAGIC

Capacity field

EA

11

YULONG HONOR

Capacity field

EA

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

GENERAL REPORT(S) – SLTC

FRIDAY, 16 OCTOBER 2020, SELANGOR TURF CLUB OCTOBER MEETING 2020 

Syce Mohd Zulkifli bin Jusoh (S.614), an employee of Trainer WC Lim, was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to wear a face mask whilst performing his duties associated with his stables.


SATURDAY, 3 OCTOBER 2020, SELANGOR TURF CLUB OCTOBER MEETING 2020 

Jockey HK Cheng was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to wear a face mask on the above race day.


RACE 6 (R786) OPEN MAIDEN (WFA) – 1100M (SHORT COURSE), SATURDAY, 3 OCTOBER 2020, SELANGOR TURF CLUB OCTOBER MEETING 2020 

The Stewards, on 6 October 2020 at the Selangor Turf Club, inquired into Jockey J Daniel’s riding of UPTOWN GIRL in the above race. Evidence was taken from Jockey J Daniel and Trainer MW Teh, the rider and trainer of UPTOWN GIRL respectively. 

Jockey J Daniel stated that he had been instructed to ride the mare in a mid-to-back position and as it was having its first race start to attempt to find an uninterrupted passage. He had to ease behind PROVE IT (J Low) near the 800M, and when UPTOWN GIRL had commenced to make ground in the straight, he had been impeded when PEARL DANCER (App N Varmah) shifted outwards in front of him and he had elected to take UPTOWN GIRL to the outside of CAUSE TO FLY (R Rueven). He was of the opinion that UPTOWN GIRL resented to the use of the whip as it was inclined to swish its tail. 

Trainer MW Teh confirmed the instructions and was of the opinion that UPTOWN GIRL’s lack in exposure after having trialled unimpressively. Further, he stated that on returning to stables, UPTOWN GIRL was ascertained to have a mild bow to its fore tendon which had been confirmed by the Veterinary Surgeon.

In accepting this evidence, the Stewards advised Trainer MW Teh that he was obliged to report any matter which may have affected the performance of his horses under the provisions of MRA Rule 35(7), also that UPTOWN GIRL will be required to pass a 1000M/vet test before being declared to race again.


RACE 6 (R796) SUPREME A (SW) – 1200M (SHORT COURSE), SKY RACING STAKES, SUNDAY, 4 OCTOBER 2020, SELANGOR TURF CLUB OCTOBER MEETING 2020 

App S Uzair (SPLENDOR) was reprimanded for using his whip forward of the shoulder under the provisions of MRA Rule 41(6)(c)(i).


POST RACE URINE:        

19 SEPTEMBER 2020

SELANGOR TURF CLUB SEPTEMBER MEETING 2020                                               

The report dated 24 September 2020 (V20/064) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 30 bottles of coded urine samples and 30 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 19 September 2020, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.


JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES:      

19 SEPTEMBER 2020

SELANGOR TURF CLUB SEPTEMBER MEETING 2020 

The report dated 24 September 2020 (V20/065) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 bottles of coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 19 September 2020, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.


RACE 5 (R785) CLASS 3 – 1300M (LONG COURSE), TAB STAKES, SATURDAY, 3 OCTOBER 2020, SELANGOR TURF CLUB OCTOBER MEETING 2020 

The Stewards, on 9 October 2020 at the Selangor Turf Club, inquired into Jockey SU Lim’s riding of LIM’S PERSHING.  Evidence was taken from Jockey SU Lim and Trainer S Dunderdale, the rider and trainer of LIM’S PERSHING respectively.

After considering the evidence, Jockey SU Lim was charged under MRA Rule 44 (10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards. The particulars of the charge were that: 

  1. He failed to ride LIM’S PERSHING with any vigour after straightening (long course) until the 375M.

  2. At approximately the 275M, he stopped riding and stood up on the gelding for approximately six (6) or seven (7) strides.

Jockey SU Lim pleaded not guilty to the charge and asked that the matter be adjourned to allow for him to call further veterinary evidence. The inquiry was adjourned to a later date.


RACE 9 (R789) CLASS 5 (A) – 1200M (SHORT COURSE), SATURDAY, 3 OCTOBER 2020, SELANGOR TURF CLUB OCTOBER MEETING 2020 

The Stewards, on 9 October 2020 at the Selangor Turf Club, inquired into Jockey J Low’s riding of WASHINGTON and the manner in which he had ridden the gelding out in the straight.  Evidence was taken from Jockey J Low and Trainer S Dunderdale, the rider and trainer of WASHINGTON respectively. 

Trainer S Dunderdale advised the Stewards that WASHINGTON always travelled very strongly, however when pushed, tended not to respond and improved only in a moderate fashion. He had thus instructed Jockey J Low to ride WASHINGTON in a forward position and to ensure that he saved the gelding for a late run. 

Jockey J Low agreed with the instructions and advised that WASHINGTON travelled very strongly after straightening and he had ridden quietly, holding the gelding together in hope of achieving the desired result. He had then ridden out to the post to his ability but WASHINGTON had raced only moderately compared to how it was travelling on straightening. 

In accepting this evidence, the Stewards advised Trainer S Dunderdale that he should inform the Stewards of any aspect of his horses racing which may have an effect on their performances, and opportunity given that he also trained the horse which led in the race, D’ GREAT STRIKE (App L De Souza). 

Jockey J Low was reminded of his obligations to ride in a positive and competitive manner at all times. 


RACE 8 (R788) CLASS 4 (B) – 1100M (SHORT COURSE), TAB LONG MAY WE PLAY STAKES, SATURDAY, 3 OCTOBER 2020, SELANGOR TURF CLUB OCTOBER MEETING 2020 

The Stewards, on 9 October 2020 at the Selangor Turf Club, inquired into the reason for ICHIKA BACHIKA losing considerable ground at the start.  Evidence was taken from Jockey J Low and Trainer S Dunderdale, the rider and trainer of ICHIKA BACHIKA respectively. 

After considering the evidence, Jockey J Low was found guilty of a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards in that ICHIKA BACHIKA was not given a chance to jump properly from the start. The Stewards were not persuaded that SOUTHERN DRAGON (S Ruzaini) from Stall 2 had crossed ICHIKA BACHIKA so as to impede the gelding in any way.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration that Jockey J Low had previously been suspended twice under MRA Rule 44(10) but considered this incident at the lower range of culpability. Jockey J Low was suspended from riding in races for a period of six (6) weeks with effect from 12 October 2020 and to expire on 22 November 2020, both dates inclusive.


FRIDAY, 9 OCTOBER 2020, SLTC 

Syce Md Kajol (S.522), an employee of Trainer S Dunderdale, was fined RM250/- for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to wear a face mask whilst performing his duties associated with his stables.


RACE 5 (R785) CLASS 3 – 1300M (LONG COURSE), TAB STAKES, SATURDAY, 3 OCTOBER 2020, SELANGOR TURF CLUB OCTOBER MEETING 2020 

The Stewards, on 16 October 2020 at the Selangor Turf Club, concluded an inquiry into Jockey SU Lim’s ride on LIM’S PERSHING, and further evidence was taken from Jockey SU Lim. Evidence was also taken from four (4) members of the SLTC Veterinary Department and further evidence was taken from LIM’S PERSHING’s Trainer, S Dunderdale. 

After considering all the evidence, Jockey SU Lim was found guilty under MRA Rule 44 (10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards. The particulars of the charge being:

  1. He failed to ride LIM’S PERSHING with any vigour after straightening (long course) until the 375M.

  2. At approximately the 275M, he stopped riding and stood up on the gelding for approximately six (6) or seven (7) strides.

Jockey SU Lim was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) months with effect from 19 October 2020 and to expire on 18 December 2020, both dates inclusive. 

Jockey SU Lim subsequently exercised his Right of Appeal and applied for a Stay of Sentence. The Stewards considered the application for a stay which was allowed. The Appeal will be held at a date to be fixed. 


Change of Rider(s)

Race

Horse

Rider

Replaced By

Reason

2

MR CONNERY

Unfixed

App L De Souza

EA

2

WINNING WAR

Unfixed

J Shankar

EA

5

SACRED TONIC

Unfixed

App CK Khaw

EA

5

BILLION SENSE

Unfixed

App R Nuqman

EA

11

SMIDDY BYRNE

Unfixed

AK Lim

EA

 

NON ACCEPTORS

Race

Horse

Reason

Test

Remark

2

BLUE EYED BOY

Bruised near fore fetlock

Vet exam

6

HAPPY GHOST

Tied-up

Vet exam

9

SOUTHERN DRAGON

Bruised near fore foot

Vet exam

9

VALUE OF JUSTICE

Corneal ulcer

Vet exam

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

 

SLTC, SUNDAY,18 OCTOBER 2020

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

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test

Remark

1

FRENCH VINTAGE

Lame off fore

1000M/vet

7

HYDRANT & BEAUTIFUL ONE

Lame near fore

1000M/vet

7

BLESSEDWITHFORTUNE

Bled

Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months)

8

TEN EMPEROR

Bled

Bleeder’s test (Barred 3 months)

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

Fines

Race

Name of Licensee

Horse Name

Date of Fine Imposed

Fine Amount

MRA Rule/Regulation

 

6

Jockey S Ruzaini

CHER

18/10/20

RM250/-

Rule 41(6)(c)(i)

 

Syce Mohd Zulkifli bin Jusoh

18/10/20

RM250/-

 

Rule 152(5)(a)

 

Jockey HK Cheng

18/10/20

RM250/-

 

Rule 152(5)(a)

Suspension(s)

R3

Jockey AK Lim (SUPER BB) – 1 Malaysian race day for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)