Selangor Meeting – 29 May 2022

STEWARDS’ REPORT

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2022

SUNDAY, 29 MAY 2022

STATE OF TRACK: Good

Course C (Rail @ 6M & Cutaway)

Panel of Stewards:

2 Members of the Panel selected by the Committee

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 (R648) CLASS 5 (B) – 1300M (C6 LONG COURSE)

1	GOOD IDEA (SU Lim)	Finished last. Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/vet (1-month embargo)
2	SUN FORCE (J Daniel)	Slow to begin.
3	SUPER LINE (MM Firdaus)	Ridden wide in the middle stages. Rider advised that he had been instructed to be second or third, however, the gelding had pulled hard and he had been unable to secure an inward position. Returned cast off hind plate.
4	GORDON G (L De Souza)	Impeded near the 350M when striding onto the heels of a runner.
9	TRAVIS (S Ruzaini)	Laid inwards shortly after the start and bumped.
10	UNION JAC (App R Nuqman)	Laid outwards on jumping, bumping with runner.
12	ULURU (Y Aify)	Squeezed between runners shortly after the start, losing position.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
1	OVERLORD	Bruised near fore fetlock & tendon	Vet exam	Course scratching
1	COMMODORE LINCOLN	Capacity field	–	EA
1	SO BEAUTIFUL	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 2 (R649) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M (C6 LONG COURSE)

1	INVISIBLE (App S Sia)	Tightened and lost its forward position at the start.
2	HAVANA (S Ruzaini)	Bumped at the start, then raced wide in the middle stages.
3	GHOST BAY (App R Nuqman)	Crowded on jumping.
4	SMOOTH OPERATOR (J Low)	Laid inwards in the straight. Rider (fourth) dropped his whip at the 350M. Fined RM1000/-.
6	SMART WARRIOR (App K Pavinthran)	Dwelt at the start and as such was unable to be ridden in a forward position. When making ground near the 200M, had to be steadied.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
2	M ELEVEN	Capacity field	–	EA
2	STORM TO WIN	Capacity field	–	EA
2	MR CONNERY	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 (R650) CLASS 5 (A) – 2000M (C6 LONG COURSE)

O’REILLY BAY

(Y Aify)

Drifted out over the concluding 75M. Rider fined RM500/- for using his whip forward of the shoulder.

LIGHTNING HERO

(App A Suriya)

Shifted in, crowding FORTUNE SPIRIT at the turn into the straight. Rider reprimanded for failing to afford sufficient room to other runners.

FORTUNE SPIRIT

(App M Ekdihar)

Crowded at the turn into the straight.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
3	IRON FIST	Bruised off hind tendon	1000M/vet (2 weeks embargo)	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 4 (R651) OPEN NOVICE (SW) – 1500M (C6 LONG COURSE)

An objection was lodged by Jockey L De Souza (RS DIAGO), placed second, against WAIMEA (App I Fikri) being declared the winner, alleging interference at about the 200M. The Panel of Stewards overruled the objection.

1	UPSTART (Y Aify)	Withdrawn at 2:27pm: Lame off hind – 1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)
2	RINGS OF FIRE (S Ruzaini)	Passing the 250M, saddle slipped backwards and sideways badly with rider being placed at a disadvantage when riding forward of the saddle.
4	RS DIAGO (L De Souza)	Objection lodged. *(See Report). Drifted out on straightening, bumping runner, continued to drift out until near the 150M when bumped heavily on two occasions. Rider warned to straighten more quickly.
6	WAIMEA (App I Fikri)	Carried outwards from the turn into the straight and then laid in, bumping runner and veered inwards markedly near the 100M, making heavy contact with runner.
10	ARTEMISIA OF CARIA (App S Shazmin)	Slow into stride.
11	GREATEST ALL TIME (KC Tham)	Raced fiercely and wide in the early stages.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test		Remark
4	UPSTART	Lame off hind	1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)		Withdrawn at 2:27pm
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	UPSTART			-21
4	SUPREME HAPPINESS			+24
Note: The above horse(s) was/were checked by the Club Veterinary Surgeon and was/were passed fit to start.

RACE 5 (R652) CLASS 4(A) – 1800M (C6 LONG COURSE)

This race was rescheduled to start at 3pm.

2	SHOQEET (W Faizal)	Raced wide in the middle stages, losing its forward position until straightening.
3	DAVINCI (S Ruzaini)	Slow into stride.
5	SACRED SEA (Y Aify)	Dipped on jumping.
8	VALUE OF JUSTICE (SU Lim)	Drifted out, finishing wide in the straight.
9	OBSIDIAN (App K Pavinthran)	Vet inspection: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)
11	GRAND KNIGHT (App M Ekdihar)	Raced fiercely and threw its head in the early stages.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
5	SHAHBAA	Capacity field	–	EA
5	ELITE REMARKABLE	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 (R653) METRO A (SW) – 1700M (C6 LONG COURSE)

An objection was lodged by Jockey S Ruzaini (DANCING RAIN), placed second, against SKYDANCE ECLIPSE (L De Souza), being declared the winner, alleging interference over the concluding stages. The Panel of Stewards overruled the objection.

1	SKYDANCE ECLIPSE (L De Souza)	Commenced to lay inwards from the 300M, crowded runner at the 250M and rider accidentally struck other rider’s whip near the 125M. Objection. *(See Report). Rider reprimanded for shifting in.
3	ARC TRIUMPH (J Low)	Brushed near the 100M.
4	MR CROWE (App S Shazmin)	Raced wide in the early stages.
5	BLACK THORN (App M Ekdihar)	Laid outwards, bumping runner near the 100M.
9	DANCING RAIN (S Ruzaini)	Rider lost his whip when struck by the whip of other rider near the 125M.
10	TRINITY GRACE (App S Sia)	Had to steady when crossed near the 275M. Objection. *(See Report).

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
6	MR HOPKINS	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 (R654) CLASS 4 (B) – 1250M (C6 SHORT COURSE)

2	DAHEES (W Faizal)	Shifted out when steadying, bumping runner at the 800M.
3	LIMITLESS VENTURE (S Ruzaini)	Withdrawn at 2pm: Lame off fore – 1000M/vet (1 month embargo)
7	VAIN TYCOON (Y Aify)	Had to be steadied when running onto the heels at the 850M.
8	GRATUS (J Daniel)	Blundered on jumping, then bumped outwards near the 800M.
10	ARROGATE ACHIEVER (App K Pavinthran)	Slow into stride. Raced wide in the middle stages.
11	TILSWORTH SYDNEY (MM Firdaus)	Had to be steadied when striding onto the heels of runners at the 800M.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
7	LIMITLESS VENTURE	Lame off fore	1000M/vet (1 month embargo)	Withdrawn at 2pm
7	SPEEDY DEMON	Capacity field	–	EA
7	MOONGATE FIVE	Capacity field	–	EA
7	CLARTON TREASURE	Capacity field	–	EA
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 8 (R655) CLASS 4 (A) – 1250M (C6 SHORT COURSE)

Prior to the “All Clear” being given, the Stewards considered a complaint from Trainer KC Tiang related to SHINE SHINE being denied a fair start. It was ascertained that the gelding was indeed sitting back, nodding its head repetitively and that Jockey J Low had requested a handler. However, as the Starter was satisfied that the horse’s position did not pose a danger and it was indeed facing correctly, the start was effected. The Stewards concurred with the Starter that SHINE SHINE was not denied a fair start, as such it was declared a definite runner.

2	REDOUBT (SU Lim)	Had to be restrained near the 150M.
4	DESIRE SKY (App S Sia)	Shifted out passing the 150M, crowding runners. *(See Report).
6	GLOBAL ARMY (App K Pavinthran)	Impeded slightly near the 100M.
8	SHINE SHINE (J Low)	Slow to begin. *(See Report)
10	HAPPY BOX SIX (MM Firdaus)	Vet inspection: Lame near hind – 1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)

On inquiry, App S Sia, the rider of DESIRE SKY, in the presence of his Employing Trainer, R Lines, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that he shifted out at the 150M and caused REDOUBT to be restrained.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration App S Sia’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of two (2) Malaysian race days, to be deferred, with effect from 6 June 2022 and to expire on 12 June 2022, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his Right of Appeal.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
8	AMAZING CHOICE	Stone-bruised off fore sole	Vet exam	Course scratching
8	GOD HELPS ME	Bruised near fore suspensory ligament	Vet exam	Course scratching
8	LUCKY TIGER	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 (R656) CLASS 4 (A) – 1250M (C6 SHORT COURSE)

1	HIGH COUNCIL (App A Suriya)	Raced wide in the middle stages.
5	JOJU (App S Sia)	Slow into stride, was inclined to lay outwards in the straight and had to be steadied off the heels at the 250M.
7	LIM’S SPHERE (App I Fikri)	Blundered on jumping.
9	HARVEST (MM Firdaus)	Slow into stride.
10	HANDSOME BOY (J Low)	Laid out when crossed near the 750M.
11	PROPLAYER (SU Lim)	Showed no early pace despite being ridden with the whip near the 800M. Vet inspection: Respiratory distress – 1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
9	LEOPARD ECLIPSE	Multiple abrasions at both find limbs & hip	Vet exam	Course scratching
Note: The above horse(s) will be required to pass the above test(s) before being declared to race again.

RACE 10 (R657) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M (C6 SHORT COURSE)

1	LIM’S TORPEDO (S Ruzaini)	Slow to begin. Raced wide in the middle stages and then faded in the straight. Vet inspection: No significant finding (3 weeks embargo)
2	BONSAI REN (KC Tham)	Vet inspection: No significant finding.
6	LOOKS GOOD (J Daniel)	Steadied near the 600M.
7	SUPER BB (SU Lim)	Had to be checked when racing inside and behind LOOKS GOOD near the 600M.
8	MARTIN VJ (MM Firdaus)	Raced wide in the early and middle stages and rolled in marginally near the 600M. Vet inspection: No significant finding.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
10	BEST BAY	Capacity field	–	EA
10	READY TO SMILE	Capacity field	–	EA
10	WILDFIRE	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 (R658) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M (C6 SHORT COURSE)

FRIDAY

(App R Nuqman)

Raced wide throughout.

SHE’S FLYING

(App M Ekdihar)

Dwelt when the start was effected, losing considerable ground. 1 Starting Stall test.

EMERGENCY ACCEPTOR (EA) / SCRATCHING
Race	Horse	Reason	Test	Remark
11	D’GREAT DUCHESS	Gastric ulcer	Vet exam	Course scratching
11	SMART MASTER	Capacity field	–	EA
11	MAINSTREAM	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

RACE 2 (R649) CLASS 5 (A) – 1300M (C6 LONG COURSE), SUNDAY, 29 MAY 2022 – CURRENT MEETING

App R Nuqman who rode his 40^th winner on GHOST BAY in the above race, would only be entitled to claim 2kgs allowance as from Monday, 30 May 2022.

INVESTIGATION RELATED TO SAMPLE “31846” TAKEN FROM “SHANGHAI NIGHTS” IN RACE 5 ON SUNDAY, 15 MAY 2022 AT SELANGOR TURF CLUB

The Chief Analyst of Usains Biomics in a report dated 23 May 2022 (V22/074) reported the presence of “dexamethasone & xylazine” in sample coded “31846”. It was ascertained to have been collected post-race from SHANGHAI NIGHTS.

The Stewards reported in Race 5 on 15 May 2022 that SHANGHAI NIGHTS returned with exertional heat illness and will be required to undergo a veterinary examination (3 weeks embargo).

The SLTC Chief Veterinary Surgeon, Dr Shri Kanth advised the Stewards at that time that his staff had administered medicaments to the horse to ensure its welfare. These substances were noted on the MRA Post-Race Declaration Form.

The Chief Analyst reported the detection of two substances “dexamethasone & xylazine” only. When questioned on Tuesday, 24 May 2022, Dr Chan Sue Hay advised that her findings were consistent with the post-race administration. The Stewards were satisfied that all veterinary administrations were in order to save and protect SHANGHAI NIGHTS’ welfare and all substances were administered before any samples were taken.

The Stewards were satisfied that the provisions of MRA Rule 134, …

“… PROVIDED THAT no horse shall be deemed to have failed a post-race

screening test if the sole reason for such failure is as the direct result of

any treatment, given (after a race) to a horse that is in distress and/or

which requires urgent veterinary assistance, by the Veterinary Surgeon

on the authorisation of Stipendiary Stewards.”,

… ought to apply to sample “31846” and that no action is required other than SHANGHAI NIGHTS to undergo a veterinary examination (3 weeks embargo).

REPORT OF ANALYSIS:

15 MAY 2022

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2022

The report dated 23 May 2022 (V22/074) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 30 coded urine samples and 32 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 15 May 2022, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

REPORT OF ANALYSIS:

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLE

15 MAY 2022

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2022

The report dated 23 May 2022 (V22/075) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 2 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 15 May 2022, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

REPORT OF ANALYSIS:

7 & 8 MAY 2022

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2022

The report dated 19 May 2022 (V22/070) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 66 coded urine samples and 68 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 8 May 2022, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

REPORT OF ANALYSIS:

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLE

7 & 8 MAY 2022

SELANGOR TURF CLUB MAY MEETING 2022

The report dated 19 May 2022 (V22/071) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 5 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 8 May 2022, for analysis under the MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

Change of Rider(s)

Race	Horse	Rider	Replaced By	Reason
1	ULURU	Unfixed	Y Aify	EA
9	STAR INVINCIBLE	Unfixed	Y Aify	EA

SLTC, SUNDAY, 29 MAY 2022

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

Race

Horse

Reason/Finding

Test / Embargo

Remark

GOOD IDEA

Respiratory distress

1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

–

SUPER LINE

Cast off hind plate

–

OBSIDIAN

Lame off fore

1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)

–

HAPPY BOX SIX

Lame near hind

1000M/vet (3 weeks embargo)

–

ICHIKA BACHIKA

Cut off fore

Vet exam

–

PROPLAYER

Respiratory distress

1000M/vet (1 month embargo)

–

LIM’S TORPEDO

No significant finding

3 weeks embargo

–

BONSAI REN

& MARTIN VJ

No significant finding

–

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

Jockey J Low

SMOOTH OPERATOR

29/5/22

RM1000/-

Rule 152(5)(a)

Jockey Y Aify

O’REILLY BAY

29/5/22

RM500/-

Rule 41(6)(c)(i)

Suspension(s)

App S Sia (DESIRE SKY) – 2 Malaysian race days for careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii)