Waikato BOP H 18 May 2023 – R9 – Ross Paynter
ID: RIB21898
Animal Name:
NGAURUHOE
Code:
Harness
Race Date:
18/05/2023
Race Club:
Waikato BOP Harness Racing Inc
Race Location:
Cambridge Raceway - 1 Taylor Street, Cambridge, 3434
Race Number:
R9
Hearing Date:
18/05/2023
Hearing Location:
Cambridge Raceway
Outcome: Proved
Penalty: Driver Ross Paynter is fined $300
FACTS
Following Race 9, Mr Paynter the Driver of ‘NGAURUHOE’, admitted a breach of Rule 869(2) & the Whip & Rein Regulations. The breach being that in the run home, he used his whip free of the rein on several occasions.
Mr Paynter advised that he understood the Rule, charge and confirmed his admission of the breach.
Film replays were shown with Mr Renault identifying that there were four strikes with the whip when free of the rein.
Mr Paynter agreed that it was four times.
DECISION
As the charge was admitted, it was deemed proved.
PENALTY SUBMISSIONS
Mr Dooley said that Mr Paynter had a clear record and placed the breach at the low-end.
Mr Paynter did not comment.
REASONS FOR PENALTY
The Penalty Guide starting point for a low-end breach is a fine of $300.
As there was not any reason to depart from the starting point figure, it was deemed appropriate.
CONCLUSION
Mr R Paynter was fined $300.
Decision Date: 18/05/2023
Publish Date: 22/05/2023