Gore RC 27 October 2021 – R6 – Kylie Williams
ID: RIB5459
Animal Name:
HUMBUCKER
Code:
Thoroughbred
Race Date:
27/10/2021
Race Club:
Gore Racing Club
Race Location:
Gore Racecourse - 136 Gore-Mataura Highway, Gore, 9772
Race Number:
R6
Hearing Date:
27/10/2021
Hearing Location:
Gore
Outcome: Proved
Penalty: Jockey Kylie Williams is fined $300
EVIDENCE:
Ms Algar alleged that Ms Williams used her whip in consecutive strides when riding HUMBUCKER.
SUBMISSIONS:
Ms Algar demonstrated on the film that Ms Williams struck the horse in two consecutive strides just before the winning post.
Ms Williams explained she had dropped the reins earlier in the run home and had got a little panicky. She admitted the breach and was remorseful.
DECISION:
As the charge was admitted, it was deemed proved.
SUBMISSIONS FOR PENALTY:
Ms Algar produced Ms Williams’ record which showed a previous breach of this Rule at Winton earlier this month.
REASONS FOR PENALTY
The NZTR Whip Guidelines provide for a penalty of half the Jockey’s share of the stake or a $300 fine, whichever is the greater.
CONCLUSIONS:
Ms Williams is fined the sum of $300.
Decision Date: 27/10/2021
Publish Date: 28/10/2021