Otago RC 30 June 2024 – R7 – Abdul Najib
ID: RIB43941
Animal Name:
BLEAKHOUSE BURTIE
Code:
Thoroughbred
Race Date:
30/06/2024
Race Club:
Otago Racing Club
Race Location:
Wingatui Racecourse - 285 Gladstone Road North, Mosgiel, Dunedin,
Race Number:
R7
Hearing Date:
30/06/2024
Hearing Location:
Dunedin
Outcome: Proved
Penalty: Apprentice Jockey Abdul Najib is suspended for 7 days
Mr Davidson alleged that Mr Najib, the Rider of BLEAKHOUSE BURTIE in Race 7, used his whip 8 times before the 100 metres.
Miss Haley demonstrated on the videos that the Respondent, who was racing one off the fence, used his whip 8 times prior to the 100 metres.
Both Mr Laking and Mr Najib agreed with the Stewards’ count.
DecisionÂ
As Mr Najib has admitted the breach, it is found to be proved.
Submissions as to Penalty
Mr Davidson produced the Respondent’s record, which evidenced 2 breaches of this Rule in the past 6 months. The breaches were in April and May. The total number of strikes on each occasion was 9. The penalties imposed were 5 and 7 days’ suspension, respectively.
Mr Najib confirmed his record and stated he wished the suspension to start immediately.
Reasons for Penalty
The Penalty Guide provides a 5-day+ starting point for a third breach where the count is 8 strikes. The appropriate penalty, having regard to record and number of strikes, is 7 days.
Conclusion
Mr Najib is suspended from the end of racing today, 30 June, up to and including 11 July 2024. This is 7 national riding days.
Decision Date: 30/06/2024
Publish Date: 01/07/2024