Oamaru HRC 2 February 2023 – R5 – Gavin Smith
ID: RIB15480
Animal Name:
RUSH
Code:
Harness
Race Date:
02/02/2023
Race Club:
Oamaru Harness Racing Club
Race Location:
Oamaru Racecourse - Highway 1, Oamaru North, Oamaru, 9494
Race Number:
R5
Hearing Date:
02/02/2023
Hearing Location:
Oamaru
Outcome: Proved
Penalty: Driver Gavin Smith is fined $100
Mr Munro alleged that Mr Smith (RUSH) contacted the track marker prior to the passing lane in Race 5.
Evidence
Mr Munro demonstrated on the videos that Mr Smith struck the last track marker before the passing lane. Mr Smith was in the trail and the inside wheel of the cart hit the peg. Mr Smith said RUSH had drifted in.
Decision
As Mr Smith has admitted the breach, it is found to be proved.
Submissions as to Penalty
Mr Munro said Mr Smith had been warned in January some 21 drives ago with respect to this Rule. Mr Smith has had 45 drives this season and 272 the last, and his record is clear under this Rule. Â He submitted a $100 fine as per the Penalty Guide was the appropriate penalty. Mr Smith stated the lesser penalty the better.
Decision as to Penalty
The breach is low end. It is an error of judgement on Mr Smith’s part, and it has not affected the result of the race. Having regard to all the circumstances, a fine of $100 is imposed.
Conclusion
Driver Gavin Smith is fined $100.
Decision Date: 02/02/2023
Publish Date: 08/02/2023