R Rotorua 29 April 2022 – R10 – Leith Innes

ID: RIB8794

Respondent(s):
Leith Innes - Jockey

Applicant:
Mr B Jones - Stipendiary Steward

Adjudicators:
Mr N McCutcheon

Persons Present:
L Innes, B Jones, J Oatham - Chief Stipendiary Steward

Information Number:
A17206

Decision Type:
Race Related Charge

Charge:
Excessive use of the whip

Rule(s):
638(3)(g)(ii) - Riding/driving infringement

Plea:
Admitted

Animal Name:
UDERZO

Code:
Thoroughbred

Race Date:
29/04/2022

Race Club:
Rotorua Racing Club

Race Location:
Arawa Park Racecourse - 274 - 287 Fenton Street, Glenhome, Rotorua, 3010

Race Number:
R10

Hearing Date:
29/04/2022

Hearing Location:
Rotorua

Outcome: Proved

Penalty: Jockey Leith Innes is fined $150

FACTS:

Mr Innes the Rider of “UDERZO”, admitted a breach of Rule 638(3)(g)(ii) in that he struck his mount in two consecutive strides near the 100 metres.

Mr Innes confirmed to the Adjudicative Committee that he understood the Rule, charge and that he admitted the breach.

Mr Oatham showed film replays and pointed out where Mr Innes had struck his mount in two consecutive strides.

Mr Innes agreed and had nothing further to add.

DECISION:

As the charge was admitted, it was deemed proved.

PENALTY SUBMISSIONS:

Mr Jones said that Mr Innes had a clear record with one warning only.

Mr Innes did not comment.

REASONS FOR PENALTY:

The Penalty Guide starting point is for a fine of $150.  As there was no reason to depart from the starting point a fine of $150 was considered appropriate. 

CONCLUSION:

Mr Innes was fined $150.

Decision Date: 29/04/2022

Publish Date: 03/05/2022