Hawke’s Bay RI 6 June 2022 – R8 – Chris Dell

ID: RIB9461

Respondent(s):
Chris Dell - Jockey

Applicant:
Mr J Oatham, Chief Stipendiary Steward

Adjudicators:
Mr N McCutcheon (Chair), Mrs N Moffatt

Persons Present:
Mr Oatham, Mr Dell, Mr B Jones Stipendiary Steward

Information Number:
A17312

Decision Type:
Race Related Charge

Charge:
Excessive Use of Whip

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

Plea:
Admitted

Animal Name:
SUBTLE POINT

Code:
Thoroughbred

Race Date:
06/06/2022

Race Club:
Hawkes Bay Race Club

Race Location:
Hastings Racecourse - 200 Prospect Road, Hastings, 4122

Race Number:
R8

Hearing Location:
Hastings

Outcome: Proved

Penalty: Jockey, Chris Dell fined $250

FACTS

Mr Dell the Rider of “SUBTLE POINT” admitted a breach of Rule 638(3)(g)(i) in that he struck his mount with the whip 7 times prior to the 100m (5 is the limit).

Mr Dell said that he understood the Rule, Charge and confirmed that he admitted the breach.

Film replays clearly showed that 7 strikes had been applied prior to the 100m.

Mr Dell said that his horse came off the bridle and then he came out wide.  He added that it was his first breach.

DECISION

As the charge was admitted, along with the clear film evidence, it was found proved.

PENALTY SUBMISSIONS

Mr Oatham said that Mr Dell had a clear record.

Mr Dell did not comment.

REASONS FOR PENALTY

Taking into account the record and Penalty Guide, a fine of $250 was deemed appropriate.

PENALTY

Mr C Dell was fined $250.

 

 

Decision Date: 06/06/2022

Publish Date: 12/06/2022