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That's his permanent job apparently. Shit saying that will upset someone!

Come on Gamma wouldn't the drivers be better to talk to the Owners in this case? What odds the favourite doesn't win?

I was thinking about this a bit more. How healthy is it for the horse to make it radioactive to the point where the trainer or strapper can't visit it for a few days? Would make @Freda hair purple!

Here is Rule 534 (1). Richards had a valid reason for scratching - the question is WHY THE $650 FINE?!!! What Rule did he actually break that would necessitate a fine? ___________________ 534 (1) At any time from the Withdrawal Deadline to the scratching deadline (as specified for the relevant Race Meeting in accordance with Rule 510(d)(v) or as amended by NZTR from time to time) on the relevant Race day, a person intending to scratch a horse from a Race (after it has been accepted or is deemed to have been accepted) shall give notice to that effect to NZTR and where such notice for scratching a horse refers to a Race Meeting but does not specify a particular Race at that Race Meeting, such notice shall be deemed to apply to all Races for which the horse has been accepted or deemed to have been accepted at that Race Meeting.

It's hard keeping everyone on Topic. Even @Karrotsisback is having moments!

That isn't the point though is it? He got penalised for being honest. Why the fine? What did it achieve? Who was the crime committed against that required a fine? Did the punter lose out? No not really. It gave something for the RIB to do and to help them look relevant.

Weird - I read an article early this morning which quoted the SA Jumps Racing Association who indicated that they would be exploring ways of getting jumps racing at Oakbank to continue. Apparently a month ago SA Racing spent $120k on new hurdle panels. When I went back just now to copy the article it has disappeared. Perhaps someone was talking out of school.

A charming first post. The point is the protocol of having only one dog on the podium is Covid-19 virtue signalling. In my opinion the whole image that was broadcast was a fail. Especially when the Greyhound industry needs positive imagery.

That was my point. But I guess as @JTeaz keeps saying the RIB's prime motivation is to protect the punter.

No I'm just pointing out how ridiculous the industry Covid protocols are. It is OK for the handlers to wander over together to the starting boxes but they can't stand together on the podium. So from a protocol position this was just a look good scenario for the viewing public. The reference to the photographer was to highlight how daft the protocols are. There was obviously an elderly person with some health issues who could be deemed to be at risk. As for Pitman - I've never taken a potshot. Yesterday I put his achievement in perspective and sought to give credit to the fine horsewoman who stands slightly behind him - his wife Diane. My biggest beef with Pitman and I might add a few other trainers of influence at Riccarton is that they refuse to make a stand on the state of the turf track. Stating that clearly and consistently isn't taking a pot shot.

So you think Zac Butcher will get off the fence in this race?

Anthony Van Dyck nerve block plan “we were led by Racing Victoria vets” Champion Irish trainer Aidan O’Brien has spoken about the lead-up to Anthony Van Dyck’s death in last year’s Melbourne Cup. Picture : Getty Images. By Brad Waters 08:10pm • 04 October 2021 0 Comments Champion Irish trainer Aidan O’Brien says Racing Victoria vets led the decision to give Anthony Van Dyck a nerve block in the lead-up to last year’s Caulfield Cup. Anthony Van Dyck ran a close second to Verry Elleegant in the 2020 Caulfield Cup days after having the nerve block, a procedure vets use to determine whether a horse is feeling pain in a particular area. Anthony Van Dyck subsequently broke down badly in the Melbourne Cup. Vets were unable to save the 2019 English Derby winner’s life with a public outcry following the incident. O’Brien spoke about Anthony Van Dyck’s tragic death in last year’s Melbourne Cup in an interview with UK publication Racing Post. O’Brien said there was nothing wrong with Anthony Van Dyck while the horse was at the Werribee quarantine centre. But RV vets thought otherwise. “Anthony Van Dyck was never a big mover, but we were always happy with him,” O’Brien told the Post. “The Racing Victoria vets started looking at him and they suggested that we could do a nerve block on him. “We never do nerve blocks – never – but they suggested we do it because it was the only way they could let him run (in the Caulfield Cup). Anthony Van Dyck heading out for what was to be his last race in the 2020 Melbourne Cup at Flemington. Picture: Racing Photos via Getty Images. “They wanted to see if there was something there. “So they did the nerve block, found nothing and let him run. “I read afterwards that we had done the nerve block, but we never do – we were led by the Racing Victoria vets.” However, Racing Victoria issued a statement on Monday advising O’Brien’s private veterinarian had the final say on whether Anthony Van Dyck underwent the nerve block procedure. The statement also noted there was no RV vet present while the nerve block was conducted on Anthony Van Dyck. “As is done for any horse displaying abnormalities or concerns at the time of an inspection as to its suitability to race, Racing Victoria Veterinary Services consulted with the trainer and private veterinarian with regards to the diagnostic options available,” an RV spokesperson said. “The final decision on any diagnostic procedures (is) made by the private veterinarian. “As a result of the examination, the stable veterinarian determined that there was no lameness in any of the horse’s fetlocks. “Thus further diagnostic imaging, including MRI or CT, was not sought by Racing Victoria Veterinary Services or the stable’s veterinarian.” Anthony Van Dyck’s death produced a strong reaction from Racing Victoria and the Victoria Racing Club. The bodies commissioned a report into Anthony Van Dyck’s death alongside a review into Melbourne Cup fatalities. The Melbourne Cup review featured input from top racing minds such as champion trainer Chris Waller. RV introduced tough new pre-travel rules for international runners intending to compete at the Melbourne Spring Carnival. Those rules include requirements that horses must pass full body scans and scintigraphy scans before they are allowed to enter quarantine overseas. The new requirements are the reason O’Brien has not sent a team to Melbourne for this year’s carnival. “You have to inject this nuclear dye into them, and a person can’t go into them for four days – and they are meant to race after that?” he said. “Obviously, it’s unfortunate what happened to our horse, but they must be under huge pressure from the ‘antis’ (anti-racing campaigners) or whoever to demand that sort of thing.”

Yep her read speech from the pulpit of truth was the most tortuous bullshit spin I've ever heard!!

Off Topic AGAIN! Any moment now you will wake up @Michaelaka @Mikie!

All good.

Hawkes Bay R 2 October 2021 – R7 – Jamie Richards ID: RIB4999 Respondent(s): Jamie Richards - Trainer Applicant: Mr J Oatham - Chief Stipendiary Steward Adjudicators: N Moffatt and B Mainwaring Persons Present: Mr Jamie Richards, Mr Oatham Information Number: A14596 Decision Type: Adjudicative Decision Charge: late scratching Rule(s): 534(1) Plea: Admitted Stewards Report Results Animal Name: SHEZATHINKA Code: Thoroughbred Race Date: 02/10/2021 Race Club: Hawkes Bay Race Club Race Location: Hastings Racecourse - 200 Prospect Road, Hastings, 4122 Race Number: R7 Hearing Date: 02/10/2021 Hearing Location: Hastings Racecourse Outcome: Proved Penalty: Trainer Jamie Richards is fined $650 SUMMARY OF FACTS: Prior to Race 1 Mr Oatham lodged an Information with the Adjudicators alleging a breach of Rule 534(1) in that “SHEZATHINKA” was declared a late scratching at 8.47am due to an error in medication administration. EVIDENCE: At 8.45am today (race day) Mr Richards advised Mr Oatham of an error that occurred in his stable. SHEZATHINKA had been administered a medication that would have returned a positive had the horse been swabbed. The horse was an acceptor in Race 7 and Mr Oatham immediately advised the TAB of the late scratching. Mr Richards explained that a senior staff member incorrectly administered meloxicam to SHEZATHINKA instead of another horse in the same barn. Upon realising the error the staff member informed the foreman who in turn notified Mr Richards. The owners of the horse and Mr D Ellis were also notified. REASON FOR DECISION: Mr Richards admitted the breach therefore the charge was deemed proved. SUBMISSION FOR PENALTY: Mr Oatham said he was aware of only one similar case where at Te Aroha in 2019 a horse had to be late scratched on the day due to being given medication. The Trainer (James/Wellwood) was fined $600 and the Stewards sought a penalty in line with that decision. Mr Richards said they take great care in the administration of medicines and this mistake was unacceptable. As a result of the error there would be an internal review of all the stable’s systems and processes. SHEZATHINKA was eligible for a race next weekend and her schedule would not be unduly disrupted by missing the race today. REASON FOR PENALTY: The Penalty Guide does not cover a breach of this type however there was one precedent case put before the Adjudicating Committee which was helpful. Mr Richards was forthcoming with the Stewards and transparent about the reason for the late scratching. All bets on the horse would be refunded in full and there were no horses on the ballot who missed a start. The owners are the most affected group and to have a horse late scratched on a Premier Race Day due to human error must have been extremely disappointing. CONCLUSIONS: Taking into account all submissions the Adjudicating Committee was of the opinion that a $650 fine was an appropriate penalty. Decision Date: 02/10/2021 Publish Date: 04/10/2021

You are still off topic and pointing out who is off topic. Can you get back to the topic that you started?

You are now off topic pointing out off topic posts.

"moves to second" and no mention of Diane?

Perspective. Relevance.

Graeme Rogerson 143 Group and Listed winners. Melbourne Cup Golden Slipper Cox Plate

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The omen bet! Then again the blood lines have been diluted.

I think I agree with your post. But the issue is TAB NZ has abdicated marketing and code promotion to the codes. That is they have made their own balance sheet look better by giving the function to someone else. Even though the revenue comes from the same source! The moment you disconnect your revenue source from your marketing your are fucked.