Hawera HRC 23 February 2022 – R6 – Jordan Crawford
ID: RIB7558
Animal Name:
HIGHVIEW ROCKN ROLL
Code:
Harness
Race Date:
23/02/2022
Race Club:
Hawera Harness Racing Club
Race Location:
Hawera Racecourse - Waihi Road, Hawera, 4610
Race Number:
R6
Hearing Date:
23/02/2022
Hearing Location:
Hawera Racecourse
Outcome: Proved
Penalty: Junior Driver Jordan Crawford is fined $200
SUMMARY OF FACTS
Mr Crawford admitted a breach of Rule 869(4) in that he failed to concede his position to “OUR GRACIE” passing the 1600m which resulted in his horse “HIGHVIEW ROCKN ROLL” breaking and losing considerable ground.
Mr Crawford in the presence of Mr Abernethy said that he understood the Rule, charge and confirmed that he admitted the breach.
Mr Dooley showed film replays and said that “OUR GRACIE” had a clear advantage over “HIGHVIEW ROCKN ROLL”, but that Mr Crawford attempted to hold his line when he should have gone down to the marker pegs. He added that as a consequence “HIGHVIEW ROCKN ROLL” galloped.
Mr Crawford and Mr Abernethy said that the films showed clearly what had happened.
DECISION
As the charge was admitted, together with the video evidence, it was found proved.
PENALTY SUBMISSIONS
Mr Dooley said that Mr Crawford is a Junior Driver with a clear record.
The Penalty Guide was referred to.
Mr Abernethy asked that his record and Junior Driver status be taken into account.
REASONS FOR PENALTY
All matters relating to penalty were addressed with a fine of $200 considered appropriate for the breach of Rule 869(4).
PENALTY
Mr Crawford was fined $200.
Decision Date: 23/02/2022
Publish Date: 25/02/2022