Egmont RC 7 August 2022 – R5 – Vikas Jalalkuncha
ID: RIB10580
Animal Name:
MONKEY TOWN
Code:
Thoroughbred
Race Date:
07/08/2022
Race Club:
Egmont Racing Club
Race Location:
Hawera Racecourse - Waihi Road, Hawera, 4610
Race Number:
R5
Hearing Date:
07/08/2022
Hearing Location:
Hawera Racecourse
Outcome: Proved
Penalty: Jockey, Vikas Jalalkuncha fined $500
FACTS
Mr Vikas Jalalkuncha admitted a breach of Rule 638(3)(g)(i). It was alleged that he used his whip excessively on “MONKEY TOWN” prior to the 100m (7 strikes when the limit is 5 strikes).
Mr Jalalkuncha said that he understood the Rule, Charge and confirmed that he admitted the breach.
Film replays were shown which clearly showed Mr Jalalkuncha striking his mount 7 times with the drawn whip prior to the 100m.
DECISION
As the charge was admitted it was deemed proved.
PENALTY SUBMISSIONS
The record showed that the Respondent had had one prior warning within the last six months. The Penalty Guide was referred to which showed a starting point of a $500 fine for 7 strikes following a warning.
Mr Jalalkuncha advised that he had had 700 Race rides in India and 4 in New Zealand.
REASONS FOR PENALTY
Taking all matters into consideration a fine of $500 was considered to be a suitable penalty.
CONCLUSION
Mr V Jalalkuncha was fined $500 for the breach of Rule 638(3)(g)(i)
Decision Date: 07/08/2022
Publish Date: 10/08/2022