Ashburton RC 21 December 2022 – R6 (heard 26 December 2022 at Wingatui) – BB Hong
ID: RIB14064
Animal Name:
LITIGATOR
Code:
Thoroughbred
Race Date:
21/12/2022
Race Club:
Ashburton Racing Club
Race Location:
Ashburton Racecourse - Racecourse Road, Ashburton, 7700
Race Number:
R6
Hearing Date:
26/12/2022
Hearing Location:
Wingatui
Outcome: Proved
Penalty: Jockey, BB Hong fined $250
Background
Mr Davidson alleged that in Race 6 Mr Hong struck his mount LITIGATOR six times prior to the 100 metres.
Miss Haley prosecuted the matter in Mr Davidson’s absence. She asked Mr McIntyre to demonstrate the incident on the videos. He pointed out that the Respondent was making a run on the outside from near the rear of the field and struck his mount LITIGATOR 6 times prior to the 100 metres.
Mr Hong said he had a made a mistake.
Decision
As Mr Hong has admitted the breach, it is found to be proved.
Submissions as to penalty
Miss Haley produced the Respondent’s record which showed one breach in the previous six months, on 1 October when he was fined $500. Miss Haley submitted that a penalty in accordance with Guidelines was appropriate.
Mr Hong accepted this.
Reason for Penalty
The NZTR Guidelines provide for a fine of $250 where there is one additional strike, and the Jockey has a previous breach in the past six months.
Conclusion
Mr Hong is fined the sum of $250 and is reminded of his obligations under the Whip Rules.
Decision Date: 26/12/2022
Publish Date: 13/01/2023