Otago RC 26 December 2022 – R5 – Brandon May
ID: RIB14321
Animal Name:
OUR CLARRY
Code:
Thoroughbred
Race Date:
26/12/2022
Race Club:
Otago Racing Club
Race Location:
Wingatui Racecourse - 285 Gladstone Road North, Mosgiel, Dunedin,
Race Number:
R5
Hearing Date:
26/12/2022
Hearing Location:
Wingatui
Outcome: Proved
Penalty: Jockey, Brandon May fined $250
Background
Miss Haley alleged that in Race 5 Mr May struck his mount OUR CLARRY six times prior to the 100 metres.
Mr McIntyre demonstrated on the videos that the Respondent was making a run on the rail and struck his mount OUR CLARRY 6 times prior to the 100 metres. Mr May said he had a made a mistake. He had paused with his use of the whip and thought he would have been okay.
Decision
As Mr May has admitted the breach, it is found to be proved.
Submissions as to penalty
Miss Haley produced the Respondent’s record which showed one breach in the previous six months, on 29 July last. Miss Haley submitted that a penalty in accordance with Guidelines was appropriate.
Mr May accepted this.
Reasons for Penalty
The NZTR Guidelines provide for a fine of $250 where there is one additional strike, and the Jockey has a previous breach in the past six months.
Conclusion
Mr May is fined the sum of $250 and is reminded of his obligations under the Whip Rules.
Decision Date: 26/12/2022
Publish Date: 16/01/2023