Waikouaiti RC 14 January 2023 – R8 – Jason Laking
ID: RIB14355
Animal Name:
CEDDY SMITH
Code:
Thoroughbred
Race Date:
14/01/2023
Race Club:
Waikouaiti Racing Club
Race Location:
Wingatui Racecourse - 285 Gladstone Road North, Mosgiel, Dunedin,
Race Number:
R8
Hearing Date:
14/01/2023
Hearing Location:
Dunedin
Outcome: Proved
Penalty: Jockey Jason Laking is fined $250
Background
Mr Davidson alleged that in Race 8 Mr Laking used his whip in an action that was above shoulder height on 4 occasions.
Mr Davidson demonstrated on the videos that the Respondent had shifted outwards in the home straight and was making a run 3 off the fence when he struck his mount CEDDY SMITH four times with his whip above shoulder height. Mr Laking said he had a made a mistake and he had not realised his whip use was that high. He had been concentrating on keeping his horse’s mind on the job.
 Decision
As Mr Laking has admitted the breach, it is found to be proved.
Submissions as to Penalty
Mr Davidson produced the Respondent’s record which was clear under this Rule. He said generally the Respondent’s whip use was very good. However, he had had a warning on 1 September last. Mr Davidson stated there was no starting point in the Penalty Guide for this particular breach, but he believed a penalty in accordance with previous decisions was appropriate. Mr Laking accepted this.
Reasons for Penalty
Mr Laking has admitted using his whip on 4 occasions above shoulder height. A review of previous decisions for this breach of the Rules reveals that a fine of $250 has frequently been imposed. There are no aggravating circumstances and there is no need to depart from these precedents.
Conclusion
Mr Laking is fined the sum of $250 and is reminded of his obligations under the Whip Rules.
Decision Date: 14/01/2023
Publish Date: 17/01/2023