Manawatu HRC 16 November 2021 – R6 – Stephen Doody
ID: RIB5942
Animal Name:
GREATEST SHOWMAN
Code:
Harness
Race Date:
16/11/2021
Race Club:
Manawatu Harness Racing Club
Race Location:
Manawatu Raceway - Pioneer Highway, Palmerston North,
Race Number:
R6
Hearing Date:
16/11/2021
Hearing Location:
Manawatu Raceway
Outcome: Proved
Penalty: Driver, Stephen Doody suspended for 2 days
EVIDENCE:
Following Race 6 Information No A17257 was filed with the Committee. It was alleged that Mr Doody used his whip with more than a wrist flicking motion when driving “GREATEST SHOWMAN” in the home straight.
The film replays were shown with Mr Williams stating that Mr Doody struck his horse 12 times with more than a wrist flicking motion and said that it was more than mid-range.
Mr Doody said that he admitted the breach and that he understood the Rule and the Charge.
DECISION:
As the charge was admitted it was found proved (film evidence was compelling).
PENALTY SUBMISSIONS:
Mr Williams said that Mr Doody was warned regarding his whip use on 30 September 2021, referred to the Penalty Guide and recommended that a fine of $400 would be appropriate.
The Penalty Guide starting point is a fine of $500 or a 2-day suspension.
Mr Doody said he would prefer a suspension.
REASONS FOR PENALTY:
Having regard to penalty submissions it was determined that a 2-day suspension was a suitable penalty.
CONCLUSION:
Mr Doody’s Drivers Licence was suspended from 18 November to the end of racing on 2 December 2021 (2 days).
Decision Date: 16/11/2021
Publish Date: 22/11/2021