ROYAL WESTERN INDIA TURF CLUB, LTD.
MUMBAI MEETING 2016/17, FIFTEENTH DAY, THURSDAY, 12th JANUARY, 2017.
(PENETROMETER: 4.0; GOING: GOOD)
RACE DAY REPORTS
RAILS WERE PLACED 5 METRES AWAY FROM ITS ORIGINAL POINT FROM 1400 METRES (MILE CHUTE) TO 1200 METRES, 6 METRES AWAY AT 1000 METRES, 8 METRES AWAY AT 800 METRES, 10 METRES AWAY AT 600 METRES AND THEREAFTER 11 METRES AWAY UP TO THE WINNING POST. FOR THE RACES STARTING FROM THE BACK STRETCH, RAILS WERE PLACED 3 METRES AWAY FROM ITS ORIGINAL POINT AT 1200 METRES AND 6 METRES AWAY AT 1000 METRES.
RACE NO.1(110) –THE LADY MADONNA PLATE: (About) 1400 Metres – Runners - 8
CELESTIAL LIGHT (Y. S. Srinath) jumped out slow, losing about 2 lengths at the start.
Approaching 200 metres, TCHIBOUELA (G. Amit) weakened and dropped back inconveniencing VIKING (T. S. Jodha), who had to be steadied.
Passing 200 metres, GALTERO (App. K. Nazil) who was racing between FABIO (S. Zervan) and ADELE (Santosh G.), was tightened for room and had to be checked. Thereafter, CELESTIAL LIGHT (Y. S. Srinath) shifted out and went across FABIO (S. Zervan) who had to be steadied.
An enquiry has been initiated into the improved performance of FLAG FLYING and a report will be submitted shortly.
After the race, PILATUS and GALTERO were trotted and found to be sound.
RACE NO.2(111) – THE GENERAL OBAIDULLAH KHAN TROPHY: (About) 2400 Metres – Runners - 5
SHE IS SPECIAL (C. S. Jodha) lost about 2 lengths at the start.
An enquiry has been initiated into the running and riding of PALATIAL and a report will be submitted shortly.
RACE NO.3(112) – THE AHMED I.RAHIMTOOLA TROPHY: (About) 1000 Metres – Runners - 7
Soon after the start, JUGGERNAUT (Dashrath Singh) shifted in and went across PRINCESS P (S. Zervan) who had to be checked and dropped back on to GENTILLESSE (P. Trevor) forcing Jockey P. Trevor to also check his mount and change course and in doing so, inconvenienced HUDSON (Yash Narredu). Jockey Dashrath Singh has been fined Rs.3,000/-.
Passing 400 metres, STALLONE (S. Sunil) shifted out thereby inconveniencing POKERFACE (J. Chinoy) who had to be steadied. The Sr. V.O. was requested to examine STALLONE and he reported that the colt was found to be sound in trot, however, he had wolf tooth on either side. Trainer Faisal A. Abbas has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the colt.
After the race, GENTILLESSE was trotted and found to be sound.
RACE NO.4(113) – THE RIYASAT PLATE (DIV.II): (About) 1200 Metres – Runners - 11
Trainer Mansoor Shah has been fined Rs. 1,000/- for declaring Jockey S. S. Baria on two horses in this race i.e. ALYATIES and PASS THE GLORY. He was subsequently permitted to declare App. N. Nadeem on ALYATIES.
At the start, PASS THE GLORY (S. S. Baria, dr. 5) jumped outwards on to ABU AL BUKHOOSH (C. S. Jodha dr. 6).
Soon after the start, ADAM’S CREATION (Santosh G.) shifted in and went across JACK DAN (App. K. Nazil) forcing the latter to be checked and in turn shifted out on to PRETTY ANGEL (P. S. Chouhan). Jockey Santosh G. has been cautioned.
Passing 600 metres, ANOTHER CHANCE (Kavraj Singh) shifted in and tightened PASS THE GLORY (S. S. Baria) along the rails. Jockey Kavraj Singh has been cautioned.
An enquiry has been initiated into the running and riding of ANOTHER CHANCE and a report will be submitted shortly.
After the race, PRISTINA was found to be sore by the right fore leg and ADAM’S CREATION & NAUMEE were both found to be sore by the left fore leg. The said three horses have to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. before next accepting to race.
After the race, ANOTHER CHANCE and PASS THE GLORY were trotted and found to be sound
RACE NO.5(114) – THE RAJPIPLA CUP: (About) 1400 Metres –Runners- 7
ELEGANT BEAUTY (Yash Narredu) jumped out slow, losing about a length at the start.
BOUNTY QUEEN (D. S. Daman) was observed to have maintained an erratic course in the last 200 metres. Trainer Adhirajsingh Jodha has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the filly.
Passing 200 metres, ARAKAWAH (Akshay Gaikwad) weakened and dropped back thereby inconveniencing ELEGANT BEAUTY (Yash Narredu).
After the race, App. S. A. Amit reported that his whip got momentarily entangled in the reins upon approaching 100 metres.
After the race, ARAKAWAH was observed to have broken a blood vessel and is not to race for the stipulated ban period of four weeks. The gelding has to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. before next accepting to race.
After the race, ELEGANT BEAUTY was observed to have an old injury on the right side of withers. PINK PANTHER was found to be sound in trot.
RACE NO.6(115) – THE ISN’T SHE SPECIAL PLATE: About) 1000 Metres – Runners - 16
Trainer Faisal A. Abbas has been fined Rs. 1,000/- for declaring Jockey C. S. Jodha on his charge STRIDES AHEAD without his consent. He was subsequently permitted to declare Jockey S. Sunil on his charge.
SHIVALIK PRINCESS (App. D. R. Shubham) was reluctant to be stalled. Trainer C. D. Katrak has been asked to give the mare more gate practice and show her to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials, before next accepting to race.
STRIDES AHEAD (S. Sunil) and GENEROUS LADY (Amyn Merchant) jumped out slow, losing about 3 lenghts and 4 lengths respectively.
At the start, GUNGA DIN (D. S. Daman, dr. 8) jumped inwards thereby starting a chain reaction, due to which HORSE POWER (J. Pradeep, dr.7), THE GIVER (Akshay Gaikwad, dr.6) and JETAWAY (J. Chinoy, dr.5) were tightened and dropped back.
At the start SUDARSHAN CHAKRA (T. S. Jodha, dr.9) jumped out awkwardly.
Soon after the start, RICH N RARE (R. Ajinkya, dr.13) shifted in before the Red Marker thus starting a chain reaction due to which GOLDSMITH (N. S. Parmar), GOLD STREAK (App. N. Nadeem), SUDARSHAN CHAKRA (T. S. Jodha), HORSE POWER (J. Pradeep) and JETAWAY (J. Chinoy) were inconvenienced. Jockey R. Ajinkya has been suspended w.e.f. 4th February, 2017 to 5th February, 2017 for careless riding (permitted to ride work/mock race).
Approaching 400 metres, THE GIVER (Akshay Gaikwad) shifted in and tightened MZURI (App. Raghuveer Singh) along the rails.
After the race, Jockey J. Chinoy (JETAWAY) reported that in the last 100 metres he was denied a clear run.
After the race, HORSE POWER, THE GIVER (examined on 13/01/2017) and RICH N RARE (examined on 13/01/2017) were trotted and found to be sound
RACE NO.7(116) – THE RIYASAT PLATE (DIV.I): (About) 1200 Metres – Runners - 11
AIRLIFT (C. S. Jodha) was reluctant to reach the starting point. Trainer Faisal A. Abbas has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the gelding.
After being stalled, TRAVIESO (N. S. Parmar) rushed the front gates. The colt was taken out and examined by the Club’s V.O. who certified him fit to race.
Jockey C. S. Jodha (AIRLIFT) was fined Rs.150/- by the Starter for wearing his goggles after the last horse was stalled, thus delaying the start.
At the start DEMOCRAT (T. S. Jodha, dr.3) jumped outwards on to SHAPE THE SCAPE (App. N. Nadeem, dr.4).
At the start, SILK BABY (J. Chinoy, dr.7) jumped inwards on to TRAVIESO (N. S. Parmar, dr.6), who in turn shifted in on to DUBROVNIK (Yash Narredu, dr.5)
Soon after the start ZABROK (App. K. Nazil, dr.9) shifted in and went across ARVAN (S. Sunil, dr.8) who had to be steadied. App. K. Nazil has been cautioned.
Approaching 800 metres, Apprentice N. Nadeem (SHAPE THE SCAPE) was observed to have lost his balance for no apparent reason.
Passing 800 metres MAKINO (D. S. Daman) shifted in and tightened DEMOCRAT (T. S. Jodha) along the rails. Jockey D. S. Daman has been cautioned.
Jockey Hanumant Singh (SLAM DUNK) was observed to have used the whip in excess of the prescribed limit on his mount. On questioning, he stated that his mount hung out and he had used the whip as a corrective measure. As such, no action has been initiated against Jockey Hanumant Singh. However, Trainer H. J. Antia has been asked to take remedial measures before next accepting to race the gelding.
After the race, SLAM DUNK was trotted and found to be sound. DEMOCRAT had a gum injury.
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The urine samples of the winner of the 1st, 2nd and 6th race, viz. FLAG FLYING, MATHAIYUS and SUDARSHAN CHAKRA, and the special sample of PINK PANTHER and ARAKAWAH (5th race), were collected for detection of prohibited substance.
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TOTAL NUMBER OF RACES - 7 TOTAL NUMBER OF RUNNERS - 65
TOTAL STAKES - Rs.17,17,500/- AVE. NUMBER OF RUNNERS PER RACE - 9.28
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SUMMARY:
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SUSPENSION/ FINE (S) |
R.3(112) |
Joc. Dashrath Singh – fined Rs.3,000/- |
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R.4(113) |
Tr. Mansoor Shah – fined Rs.1,000/- |
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R.6(115) |
Joc. R. Ajinyka – sus. w.e.f. 04/02/2017 to 05/02/2017 (careless riding) Tr. Faisal A. Abbas – fined Rs.1,000/- |
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R.7(116) |
Joc. C. S. Jodha – fined Rs.150/- |
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ACTION ON HORSE/S |
R.3(112) |
STALLONE (shifted out – wolf tooth either side) – remedial measures |
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R.4(113) |
PRISTINA, ADAM’S CREATION & NAUMEE (Sore) – to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. |
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R.5(114) |
ARAKAWAH (Blood Vessel) – stopped for four weeks and to be passed fit by the Club’s V.O. BOUNTY QUEEN (maintained an erratic course) – remedial measures |
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R.6(115) |
SHIVALIK PRINCESS – to be shown to the satisfaction of the Starter at morning starting trials |
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R.7(116) |
AIRLIFT (reluctant to reach the start) – remedial measures SLAM DUNK (Hung out) – remedial measures |
ADDITIONAL REPORTS:
RE : SUSPENSION OF HIS JOCKEY’S LICENSE FOR 22nd JANUARY, 2017 FOR CARELESS RIDING ON “QUEEN CREDIBLE” IN RACE NO.106 – THE FERRARI PLATE RUN ON 6th JANUARY, 2017 – JOCKEY C. S. JODHA :
Vide letter dated 11th January, 2017 Jockey C. S. Jodha informed that he did not wish to appeal against the above decision and requested to advance his suspension date.
In view of the above, his Jockey’s license will now stand suspended for 19th January, 2017 for careless riding on his mount QUEEN CREDIBLE in Race No.106.
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RE : ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “SUSSEX PRIDE” IN RACE NO.98 - THE TIGER TOPS PLATE (DIV-II) – RUN ON THURSDAY, 5th JANUARY, 2017:
The Stipendiary Stewards reported that they had questioned Trainer Subhag Singh and Jockey Shrikant Kamble in the above connection. Tr. Subhag Singh said that Jockey Shrikant Kamble knows the horse well as he had ridden it earlier. He said that he had instructed the Jockey to take a good jump and save him in the early part so as to get the best out of him, which he has done. Further, he was skeptical about the distance as he felt that the colt may need a slightly longer distance. He added that on this day he had entered the horse in a 1200 metres race also, however, since this race was being divided, he accepted to race him here. When asked about his observation of the race, Trainer Subhag Singh said that an extra furlong would have made the difference.
Jockey Shrikant Kamble said that he had ridden the horse earlier and knew the horse. He said that he was instructed to take a good jump and settle the horse as he takes time to get into stride and thereafter to do his best. To another question, he said that he was a freelancer and works for Mr. Subhag Singh, Mr. Narendra Lagad, Mr. Bezan Chenoy and Mr. C. Rajendra but he mainly rides for Owner, Mr. Ketan R. Mehta. On being asked about his riding efforts, he said that he had done his best.
The video recording of the race was viewed and it was pointed out to Trainer Subhag Singh that Jockey Shrikant Kamble lacked in his riding efforts. Trainer Subhag Singh concurred with the Stipendiary Stewards view.
Having heard the submissions made and having viewed the video of the race, the Stipendiary Stewards were not satisfied with the explanation tendered by Jockey Shrikant Kamble and suspended his Jockey’s license w.e.f. 4th February, 2017 to 18th February, 2017 (both days inclusive) for unsatisfactory riding and Trainer Subhag Singh was cautioned that failing to report his dissatisfaction, if any, could be construed as tacit approval.
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RE : ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “DIBABA” IN RACE NO.99 - THE BLUE HORIZON PLATE – RUN ON THURSDAY, 5th JANUARY, 2017:
The Stipendiary Stewards reported that they had questioned Trainer Sanjay Kolse and Jockey S. J. Sunil in the above connection. The video of the race was viewed and when questioned, Trainer Sanjay Kolse said that the filly lacks initial speed, as such, he had instructed the Jockey to sit in 5th/6th position and to ride her out in the straight. Also, he had asked the Jockey not to punish the filly if she was not in the winning line. He said that after the race the Jockey had informed him that the filly was breathing a bit heavy therefore he had not reported the matter to the Stipes and had instructed the Jamadar to keep a close watch on the filly and subsequently on reaching the stable the filly was examined and thereafter scoped by the Club’s Vet and it was found that she had EIPH Gr.II. To another question, Tr. Sanjay Kolse said that he was upset with the Jockey since he felt that he could have been stronger and ridden out more vigorously in the straight.
Jockey S. J. Sunil confirmed the instructions and said that the filly had jumped out awkwardly and thereafter he was inconvenienced by PETRONIUS (S, Zervan) and then again in the straight KOOKABURRA (T. S. Jodha) had cut across and inconvenienced him. When asked as to why he had failed to report the incidents after the race, Jockey S. J. Sunil said that he had reported it to the Trainer. He added that the filly had coughed after the race.
Having heard the submissions made and having viewed the video of the race, the Stipendiary Stewards were not satisfied with the explanation tendered by Jockey S. J. Sunil and suspended his Jockey’s license w.e.f. 4th February, 2017 to 18th February, 2017 (both days inclusive) for unsatisfactory riding and Trainer Sanjay Kolse has been cautioned for failing to report the matter to the Stipendiary Stewards, especially when he was not satisfied with the Jockey’s riding and also for not giving sufficiently clear instructions to the Jockey.
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RE : ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “MIZILLA GOLD ” IN RACE NO.107 - THE INDIAN AIR FORCE TROPHY – RUN ON FRIDAY, 6TH JANUARY, 2017:
The Stipendiary Stewards reported that on being questioned immediately after the race on 6th January, 2017, Jockey Akshay Gakwad stated that the Trainer had instructed him not to use the whip on his mount.
Trainer Altaf Hussain and Jockey Akshay Gaikwad were subsequently questioned on 10th January, 2017. Trainer Altaf Hussain said that his instructions to the Jockey were to sit in 3rd /4th position and to do his best. He clarified that he had not given the Jockey any specific instructions in this race with regard to the use of whip, however, he always advised him not to be whip happy. When again asked, he reiterated that he had not asked Jockey Akshay Gaikwad not to use the whip. When asked whether he was satisfied with the riding efforts, Trainer Altaf Hussain said that the mare was beaten on the final stride and also considering the caliber of the jockey and that he was recently given permission to carry the whip in races, he was satisfied with his riding.
Jockey Akshay Gaikwad confirmed the instructions. On being asked as to why he had not used the whip, he said that due to his close proximity to the other horse, he was hesitant to use the whip. It was pointed out to Jockey Akshay Gaikwad that when he was questioned immediately after the race he had given a different explanation as to why he had not used the whip. To another question, he said that he had ridden 10 winners in his career.
Having heard the submissions made and having viewed the video of the race and considering the close verdict, the Stipendiary Stewards gave Jockey Akshay Gaikwad the benefit of doubt for unsatisfactory riding. However, they were not satisfied with the explanation tendered by him as they felt that more vigorous riding could have made the difference to the result of the race and held him guilty of incompetent riding and for giving misleading evidence in the enquiry. Therefore, they decided to suspend his Jockey’s license w.e.f. 4th February, 2017 to 12th February, 2017 (both days inclusive i.e. Two Race Days for incompetent riding and One Race Day for given misleading evidence).
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RE : ENQUIRY INTO THE IMPROVED PERFORMANCE OF “INCENTIO” IN RACE NO.107 – THE INDIAN AIR FORCE TROPHY (1000 METRES) – RUN ON 6TH JANUARY, 2017 WHICH THE GELDING WON AS COMPARED TO ITS PREVIOUS RUN IN RACE NO.83 – THE SIR CHARLES FORBES TROPHY (1200 METRES) – RUN ON 29TH DECEMBER, 2016 WHERE HE WAS UNPLACED :
The Stipendiary Stewards reported that Trainer Narendra Lagad was questioned in the above connection, at which time he presented his written explanation as under:-
1. INCENTIO last ran in Pune on 29th July, 2016 and thereafter did not run until 29th December, 2016 i.e. 5 months later as the owner was on the unpaid forfeit list due to non payment of dues;
2. The horse was subsequently auctioned by the Club in early December, 2016 for recovery of dues and was bought by the present owners for Rs.10,000/-;
3. The horse ran in Race No.83 on 29th December, 2016 within ten days of being auctioned, in open Class-II for horses rated 60 to 86 where he carried 51.5 kg. and finished 7th in a field of 9 runners;
4. Thereafter, INCENTIO ran in Race No.107 on 6th January, 2017 in Class-III restricted for horses 5 years old and over at the time of starting, rated 40 to 66, with an allowance rider of 2.5 kg and just won by a short-neck beating MIZILLA GOLD who was promoted from Class IV and was running with a penalty and was also under enquiry for running and riding in this race. The horse who finished third, BULLION EXPRESS, had finished seventh, about 11 ¼ lengths behind the winner in its previous run and the fourth horse, WIND CRAFT, had received interference in this race. The favourite, PHOENIX KNIGHT hung in due to which the rider was unable to ride out properly and SHANIA lost ground at the start.
5. INCENTIO was now aged 8 years and he was at long odds in both the races.
Having considered the submissions made and viewing the video of both the races, the Stipendiary Stewards decided:-
i) to fine Trainer Narendra Lagad a sum of Rs.10,000/- for contravention of the Club’s Notice dated 30th December, 2016 “RE : PENALTY FOR IMPROVED PERFORMANCE WITHIN A SHORT SPAN OF TIME”; and
ii) to report the matter to the Stewards of the Club for such further action as deemed fit.
The Stewards of the Club at their meeting held on Thursday, 12th January, 2017 having considered the above report, confirmed the fine of Rs.10,000/- imposed on Trainer Narendra Lagad by the Stipendiary Stewards. However, they decided that no further action was called for in the matter.
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RE : ENQUIRY INTO THE RUNNING AND RIDING OF “GENEROUS LADY” IN RACE NO.151 – THE D.N.ZODGE PLATE (DIV.I) RUN ON 8TH OCTOBER, 2016 :
The Stewards of the Club at their meeting held on Thursday, 12th January, 2017 interviewed Jockey D. S. Daman who was accompanied by his Spokesman, Tr. Adhirajsingh Jodha, in the above connection.
The Stewards of the Club noted with displeasure that Jockey D. S. Daman had been given several opportunities and also warned at the previous meeting of the Stewards of the Club held on 5th January, 2017 that if he did not submit his itemized call details to the Stipendiary Stewards latest by 12th January, 2017, his license shall stand suspended w.e.f. 13th January, 2017, however, till date he had failed to submit the call details asked for, due to which the Stipendiary Stewards have not been able to conclude the enquiry. As such, the Stewards of the Club decided to suspend his Jockey’s license w.e.f. 13th January, 2017 and not to permit him to ride work/mock race, until such time that he submits the information requested by the Stipendiary Stewards in connection with this enquiry.
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RE: APPEAL FROM MR. SUNNY SASHI TEMKAR AGAINST THE EXCLUSION IMPOSED ON HIM BY THE STEWARDS OF THE CLUB FOR A PERIOD OF 3 YEARS –ALLEGED ACCEPTANCE OF ILLEGAL RACE BETS AT THE MUMBAI RACECOURSE DURING THE MUMBAI RACES ON 4th DECEMBER 2016 :
The Board of Appeal at its meeting held on 10th January, 2017 interviewed Mr. Sunny Sashi Temkar with regard to the captioned subject matter.
Having studied all documents, papers and proceedings that were submitted and having heard the submissions made by Mr. Sunny Sashi Temkar and his Father, and having deliberated on the matter at length, the Board of Appeal was not satisfied with the submissions made and agreed with the findings of the Stewards of the Club that Mr. Sunny Sashi Temkar had indulged in illegal activity on the Racecourse.
The Board having applied their minds to the entire facts of the case unanimously decided to reject the Appeal. Accordingly the decision of the Stewards of the Club stands. His Deposit for the Appeal was forfeited.
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RE: APPEAL FROM MR. JAYESH JETHALAL SANGHVI AGAINST THE EXCLUSION IMPOSED ON HIM BY THE STEWARDS OF THE CLUB FOR A PERIOD OF 3 YEARS - ALLEGED ACCEPTIANCE OF ILLEGAL RACE BETS AT THE MUMBAI RACECOURSE DURING THE MUMBAI RACES ON 1st DECEMBER 2016:
The Board of Appeal at its meeting held on 10th January, 2017 interviewed Mr. Jayesh Jethalal Sanghvi and his Spokesman, Mr. Prakash Lalwani with regard to the captioned subject matter.
Having studied all documents, papers and proceedings that were submitted and having heard the submissions made by Mr. Jayesh Jethalal Sanghvi and his Spokesman, and having deliberated on the matter at length, the Board of Appeal was not satisfied with the submissions made and agreed with the findings of the Stewards of the Club that Mr. Jayesh Jethalal Sanghvi had indulged in illegal activity on the Racecourse.
The Board having applied their minds to the entire facts of the case unanimously decided to reject the Appeal. Accordingly the decision of the Stewards of the Club stands. His Deposit for the Appeal was forfeited.
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SAMPLES RESULTS:
The urine sample of the following runners has been reported NEGATIVE for the presence of prohibited substance/s :-
18/12/2016 - ARLENE, GERANIUM, CRITICS CHOICE, CONGRESSIONAL, RUFFINA,
SERJEANT AT ARMS, LUCAS, ST.ANDREWS
22/12/2016 - CLASSICUS, YELLOW DIAMOND, SHAOQING, JARAMA
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The urine sample of the following horses has been reported NEGATIVE for the presence of Anabolic Steroids and Sex Hormones:
28/12/2016
- EMILIA ROMAGNA, SAMURAI, IN MY LIFE, AVEC
PLEASURE/16, SWEEP
ASIDE,
RIPOSTE,
BAY OF LOVE, MASTER SERGEANT, LORD GRANTHAM, FENCING,
COURTSHIP,
BATELEUR, ENLIGHTEM ME, BATMAN, DAISHONIN, SWEET ESSENCE/16,
LOVELY KUDI, RUFFINA, YANNA RASCALA.
Mumbai: 13th January, 2017
