Waikato BOP H 27 April 2023 – R6 – Luk Chin
ID: RIB19385
Animal Name:
SAFRAKOVA
Code:
Harness
Race Date:
27/04/2023
Race Club:
Waikato BOP Harness Racing Inc
Race Location:
Cambridge Raceway - 1 Taylor Street, Cambridge, 3434
Race Number:
R6
Hearing Date:
27/04/2023
Hearing Location:
Cambridge
Outcome: Proved
Penalty: Driver Luk Chin is suspended for 3 days
Mr Mulcay alleged that Dr Chin (SAFRAKOVA) used his whip in more than a wrist flicking motion in the run home in Race 6.
Mr Mulcay demonstrated on the videos that the Respondent when making a run to the outside of the track, used his whip in more than a wrist flicking manner. He said the forearm was raised and the elbow engaged a number of times. Dr Chin accepted it was more than a wrist flicking motion and said he had hit the horse a little too hard.
Decision
As Dr Chin has admitted the breach, it is found to be proved.
Submissions as to Penalty
Mr Mulcay stated that the breach was low-range. The strikes were not continuous, and Dr Chin had reverted to a compliant action. He submitted as this was a 2nd breach within 6 months, a 3-day suspension was appropriate. Dr Chin asked that the suspension start immediately.
Reasons for Penalty
Dr Chin has admitted using his whip with more than a wrist flicking motion in the home straight in Race 6. It was not continuous and is a low-level breach. The starting point in the Penalty Guide for a second breach within a 6-month period, is a 3-day suspension. There is no reason to increase this starting point.
Conclusion
Dr Chin is suspended from the end of tonight’s meeting, up to and including 18 May 2023.
Decision Date: 27/04/2023
Publish Date: 02/05/2023