The saddle on SAGAR’S EXPRESS (App A Farezul) was readjusted behind the barriers.

ELEVEN UP (App A Thamil) was slow to begin.

VISTA (App S Zulfikri) jumped awkwardly.

STEALTH (App WK Lee) and SAGAR’S EXPRESS bumped on jumping.

Upon jumping, BULL AND BEAR (App KC Wong) shifted inwards and bumped GOLD STAR PRINCESS (F Yap).

SAGAR’S EXPRESS had a tendency to race fiercely in the early stages.

Approaching the 1000m, VISTA was disappointed for a run to the inside of ELEVEN UP when ELEVEN UP rolled in marginally and lost ground.

Leaving the 1000m, VISTA shifted to a 3-wide position and raced wide for the remainder part of the event.

The Stewards questioned Trainer BT Lim and App A Farezul as to the racing tactics that were adopted on SAGAR’S EXPRESS in particular in the main straight in today’s event. App A Farezul explained that he accidentally dropped his off-side rein and as a result, the horse shifted inwards which resulted in him becoming unbalanced and failing to regain his rein. He further explained that SAGAR’S EXPRESS had a tendency to lay in for the remainder part of the home straight. Trainer BT Lim stated that SAGAR’S EXPRESS is a difficult horse to ride, however, believed the 4-kg claim may have helped the gelding and was running out of options to improve the gelding. The Stewards, after viewing the official patrol film and acting on their own observations, informed Trainer BT Lim that he should ensure that he places an experienced jockey on this horse in future given its previous racing habits. The Stewards noted their comments for future reference. The Stewards ordered App A Farezul that he will be stood down from race riding until he can show an improvement in his riding skills.

The Stewards questioned Trainer W Lim and App AK Lim into the performance of RAINBOW FUTURE in today’s event. Trainer W Lim explained that he was happy with the ride and he did support the gelding in the betting and believed that in future, the gelding may be suited in a longer distance than a 1300m race. App AK Lim stated that he agreed with his trainer’s observations. The Stewards noted their comments for future reference.

Prior to the running of this event, the connections of LIGHTNING QUEEN (App SU Lim) approached the Stewards in relation to the riding tactics and believed it would be the best option for the mare to jump, and try and gain a midfield trail position if possible as the mare had previously had a tendency to over-race and did not finish off in its races. The Stewards concurred with Trainer W Lim’s request and a public announcement was made to this effect.

The start of this race was delayed for several minutes when RED EASTERN (HS Gill) proved difficult to be loaded into the barriers. Trainer BT Lim was advised that the Stewards placed a warning on this horse and he must improve its barrier manners, or action may be taken against the gelding.

On jumping, LIM’S MIRAGE (App A Zaimuddin) shifted out abruptly resulting in the rider having to take hold and straighten the gelding.

YES CLUB (App M Sathiaa) jumped awkwardly.

JP SUMMER (App P Deneskumar) and YES CLUB were both caught racing wide throughout the event.

Approaching the 300m, AIR STRIKE (App KC Wong) was held up and disappointed for a run on the inside of RED EASTERN when RED EASTERN rolled in.

App AK Lim, the rider of TAVAN BOGD, reported that his horse showed no interest in the race.

The start of this race was delayed when STAR BEAUTY (App AM Aizat) arrived late at the barriers. It was established that there was confusion in relation to the starter hack accompanying the horse to the barriers and as a result, the starter hack had to return to the paddock to assist.

Upon jumping, KIM SALUTE (CK Tan) shifted inwards, taking GOLD BREW (App WK Lee) in onto WHAT’S DAT (R Burnett). STAR BEAUTY was also inconvenienced in this incident.

ENGLISH DREAM (M Wepner) had a tendency to over-race in the early and middle stages, and laid out under pressure over the concluding stages of the event.

GOLD BREW, which was beaten 26 lengths, will be required to pass a 1000m/vet test before being declared to race again for having a poor performance.

Upon returning to scales, Jockey HS Gill, the rider of DARMORE, reported that the gelding was coughing profusely. A post-race veterinary examination of DARMORE revealed that the gelding returned exhibiting signs of respiratory distress and as such will be required to pass a 1000m/vet test before being declared to race again.

At the conclusion of an inquiry, Jockey CK Tan, the rider of KIM SALUTE, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under MRA Rule 44(9)(a)(ii) in that from a wide barrier, approaching the 1100m, KIM SALUTE (CK Tan) shifted inwards when insufficiently clear resulting in WHAT’S DAT being taken in onto TURBO (R Woodworth) which had to be severely checked by its rider. Approaching the 1000m mark, KIM SALUTE continued to shift in when ridden forward by tis rider, further resulting in WHAT’S DAT, CHAMPAGNE ROSE (App S Zulfikri), BUNGAE (App A Thamil) and ENGLISH DREAM (M Wepner) all being inconvenienced. DARMORE, STAR BEAUTY and GOLD BREW, which were following, were all inconvenienced to varying degrees in this incident.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Jockey CK Tan’s guilty plea, mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. Acting on the provisions of MRA Rule 48(5), the Stewards deferred the commencement of Jockey CK Tan’s suspension. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of four Malaysian race days with effect from 21 March 2016 and to expire on 9 April 2016, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his right of appeal (2:45pm).

Upon jumping, JET ACE (App P Deneskumar) shifted inwards and inconvenienced WOW (M Wepner).

JAZZ IT UP (C Goon) jumped inwards when the start was effected and inconvenienced NO NONSENSE (App AM Aizat).

SWISS BANK (H Bukhari) jumped awkwardly and had a tendency to over-race in the early and middle stages, got its head up and raced ungenerously.

CHASE THE DREAM (Lou Ho) and ALIEN (F Yap) both raced wide throughout the event.

Approaching the 900m, SWISS BANK continued to race fiercely and had to be eased off the heels of SPEED POWER (App KC Wong).

Approaching the 300m, NO NONSENSE had to shift out over the heels of RIGHTEO (App WK Lee) to gain a clear run.

Approaching the 150m, JET ACE rolled marginally resulting in SWISS BANK being eased.

Approaching the 150m, SWEET LODGE (App T Krisna) rolled in and made contact with SATELLITE KING (App A Zaimuddin).

The start of this race was delayed as GOLDEN DRAGON (App AK Lim) proved difficult to be loaded. The gelding was withdrawn by order of the Stewards at 3:34pm and will be required to pass 1 starting stall test before being declared to race again.

TWIST OLIVER was caught racing wide throughout the event.

ACME (R Olechea) made the turn at the 1000m awkwardly and shifted in abruptly.

LIGHTNING ROD (App Z Khairil) raced wide from the 700m.

Approaching the 200m, TWIST OLIVER (App S Zulfikri) when being struck with the whip, shifted in and as a result, LONESOME ME (R Woodworth) was inconvenienced and taken in onto CONQUISTADOR (App AM Aizat).

Approaching the 200m, ACME was disappointed for a run to the inside of MASCOT DRAGON (App SU Lim) and as a result, had to shift his mount out and lost ground as a consequence.

MARATHON LAD (App AM Aizat) was very slow to begin.

FULL MEANING (Lou Ho) jumped awkwardly, shifted outwards and inconvenienced HEIRRO (App W Faizal).

Upon jumping, AWAKENED (App S Zulfikri) was inconvenienced when MESSI (App S Shafrizal) jumped outwards and SURPRISE SURPRISE (R Olechea) jumped inwards.

Approaching the 1000m, SPIN FIRE (App SU Lim) had a tendency to over-race and had to be eased off the heels of the leader, SANDY MIGHT.

SURPRISE SURPRISE, which was beaten 27 lengths, will be required to pass a 1000m/vet test before being declared to race again for having a poor performance.

Trainer T Asogan approached the Stewards in relation to the reason why MARATHON LAD was very slow to begin and why the Starter failed to let the horse to be loaded last as requested by the Trainer. The Stewards advised Trainer T Asogan, in the presence of Chief Starter, Dr Silamban Subbarao and Assistant Starter, Tasharizal bin Mohd Tahir, that there were seven horses with requests from their trainers to be loaded late/last and that the standard procedure is left to the Starter’s discretion. Dr Silamban stated that he was not aware of this horse’s behavior and if he had known, he would ensure that the trainer’s request be acceded to. Trainer T Asogan was advised that the Stewards placed a warning on this horse and he must improve its barrier manners, or action may be taken against the gelding.

This race was rescheduled to start at 4:45pm.

The state of track was upgraded to "Good" prior to the running of this race.

CALIFORNIA CAT (App AM Aizat) reared as the gates opened.

FLIGHT OF THE SAKER (HS Gill) and BALOTELLI (App S Shafrizal) bumped on jumping.

BALOTELLI was slow away and had a tendency to over-race in the early and middle stages.

MR ARMSTRONG (F Yap) had a tendency to over-race in the early and middle stages.

Approaching the 1000m, CALIFORNIA CAT (App AM Aizat) began to over-race and had to be eased off the runners in front.

Leaving the 300m, TRUSON (App KC Wong) laid in under pressure when being struck with the whip, obliging the rider to stop and straighten.

Approaching the 200m, DEVONSHIRE (J De Souza) was eased out of the race and pulled up. The Club Veterinary Surgeon reported that DEVONSHIRE returned having bled. In terms of MRA Rule 92(3), it will not be permitted to canter or gallop on the main training tracks of any racecourse for a period of 2 months, and be entered for a bleeder’s test for a period of 3 months, and start in any race for a period of 3 months after such declaration, and then only after passing the bleeder’s test.

ILUMINADO, which was beaten 26 1/4 lengths, will be required to pass a 1000m/vet test before being declared to race again for having a poor performance.

This race was rescheduled to start at 5:20pm.

Approaching the 300m, KING FAALCON (R Olechea) shifted inwards and bumped TURNED OUT (HS Gill).

Upon returning to scales, App AM Aizat, the rider of KIM ALBERT, and App P Deneskumar, the rider of FLYING AHEAD, both reported that their horses had tendencies to over-race throughout the event.

The Stewards questioned Trainer BT Lim and Jockey HS Gill in relation to the disappointing performance of TURNED OUT in today’s event. Trainer BT Lim stated that he could not offer any explanation on the disappointing performance and advised the Stewards that he had been disappointed in its previous races as he did support the gelding in the betting and expected a good showing. Trainer BT Lim further explained that he may give the gelding a 6-week spell to try and improve its performances.

Jockey HS Gill stated that it is the gelding’s first race over the 1600m and he also could not offer any real explanation. The Stewards noted their comments for future reference, however were not fully satisfied with their explanations and adjourned a further inquiry into this matter.

A post-race veterinary examination of TURNED OUT revealed no significant finding. The gelding was impounded.

This race was rescheduled to start at 5:45pm.

Upon jumping, MISTER JAGGER (App M Sathiaa) shifted inwards and inconvenienced SUPER EIGHTYTHREE (App P Deneskumar).

Shortly after entering the front straight, BLACK TRISTAR (H Bukhari) was disappointed for a run when MAN OF THE WORLD (App AM Aizat) shifted outwards and MISTER JAGGER rolled in marginally and as a result, had to be checked and lost ground.

Approaching the 350m, AMONGST THE STARS (R Olechea) was held up behind the runners in front and shifted inward to gain clear running and again was disappointed for a run when PHILIP (J De Souza) shifted inwards abruptly approaching the 200m, inconveniencing GENERAL G (App SU Lim).

Upon returning to scales, Jockey M Wepner, the rider of SILENT DREAMS, reported that his saddle slipped backwards and sideways from the home turn. This was confirmed by the Stewards.

FREE GIFT and GOLD CARD, which were distanced, will each be required to pass a 1000m/vet test before being declared to race again for having a poor performance.

RACE 4 (R311), SATURDAY, 5 MARCH 2016, SELANGOR TURF CLUB MARCH MEETING 2016

RACE 3 (R317), SUNDAY, 6 MARCH 2016, SELANGOR TURF CLUB MARCH MEETING 2016

Jockey M Ganeesh (SACRED CITY & DEKATI) subsequently exercised his Right of Appeal and applied for a stay of sentence. The Stewards considered the application for a stay which was allowed. The appeal hearings against the penalty of the suspension of 2 months and fine of RM10,000 and the suspension of 3 months and fine of RM10,000 respectively, will be held at a date to be fixed.

TUESDAY, 15 MARCH 2016, SELANGOR TURF CLUB TRACKWORK

Trainer L Moy was fined RM250 for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for galloping VALENTINE BABY on the heath track, which is contrary to the track regulations.

SATURDAY, 12 MARCH 2016, SELANGOR TURF CLUB MARCH MEETING 2016

App S Zulfikri was fined RM100 for negligence under MRA Rule 152(5)(a) for failing to submit a permission to ride form to the Stewards.

RACE 6 (R278), 3RD DAY, SATURDAY, 27 FEBRUARY 2016, PERAK FEBRUARY MEETING

Jockey J Shankar (KIM DIVA), who lodged an appeal against the two Malaysian race days’ suspension imposed by the Stipendiary Stewards, applied to withdraw his appeal on 7 March 2016. After consideration, the Racing Stewards acceded to his application and his deposit was refunded. His suspension will commence on Saturday, 12 March 2016 and to expire on Saturday, 19 March 2016, both dates inclusive.

POST-RACE URINE: 20 & 21 FEBRUARY 2016
PERAK TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2016

The report dated 4 March 2016 (V16/27) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 50 coded urine and 52 sets of coded blood samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 21 February 2016, for analysis under MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.

JOCKEY URINE SAMPLES: 20 & 21 FEBRUARY 2016
PERAK TURF CLUB FEBRUARY MEETING 2016

The report dated 4 March 2016 (V16/28) from the Chief Analyst of Veterinary Forensic Laboratory stated that 4 coded urine samples from the above mentioned race meeting were received on 21 February 2016, for analysis under MRA Rules and Regulations. No prohibited substances were detected.