Racing precedents

A list of precedents from determinations made by the Racing Penalties Appeal Tribunal.

Applicant

Troy Morrissey

Result

Appeal upheld

Decision

Suspension for 28 days under Rule 137(a) for careless riding. Appeal against penalty only. Appeal upheld, penalty reduced to a 14 day suspension.

Racing type

Thoroughbred

Thoroughbred racing rules

Offence type

Conduct

Precedent

I do not in this case and I do not think in most cases, would I consider imposing a penalty if an appeal was successful,? considering the facts that were before the Stewards, I am satisfied that an appropriate penalty is fourteen days suspension.

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Decision file

Page reviewed 18 July 2022
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