Masterton RC 28 May 2022 – R7 – Robert Hannam

ID: RIB9271

Respondent(s):
Robert Hannam - Jockey

Applicant:
Ms V Algar, Stipendiary Steward,

Adjudicators:
Mr N McCutcheon

Persons Present:
Ms Algar, Mr Hannam, Mr K Coppins Stipendiary Steward

Information Number:
A16813

Decision Type:
Race Related Charge

Charge:
Excessive Use of Whip

Rule(s):
638(3)(g)(i) - Contravention whip rule

Plea:
Admitted

Animal Name:
FARAGLIONI

Code:
Thoroughbred

Race Date:
28/05/2022

Race Club:
Wellington Racing Club

Race Location:
Trentham - 10 Racecourse Rd, Upper Hutt, 5018

Race Number:
R7

Hearing Date:
28/05/2022

Hearing Location:
Trentham Racecourse

Outcome: Proved

Penalty: Jockey Robert Hannam fined $250

FACTS

Mr Hannam said that he understood the Rule and Charge and confirmed that he admitted the breach.  The breach being that he struck his mount “FARAGLIONI” with his whip 6 times prior to the 100m (5 is the limit).

Film replays were shown which confirmed that 6 strikes were applied before reaching the 100m.

Mr Hannam agreed that it was 6 times.

DECISION

Charge found proved.

PENALTY SUBMISSIONS

Ms Algar said that Mr Hannam had a good record with only one breach of the Rule in six months, when a fine of $250 was imposed on 10 February 2022.

REASONS FOR PENALTY

The Penalty Guideline was referred to and it was determined that a fine of $250 was appropriate.

PENALTY

Mr RJ Hannam was fined $250.

Decision Date: 28/05/2022

Publish Date: 01/06/2022