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At the start, MIDNIGHT HAWK (R Rakesh) was slowly away and lost about two lengths.

At the start, QUEEN OF THE SKY (Jai Prakash) was slowly away and lost about three lengths.

Trainer HA Khan and Jockey Riazuddin were questioned regarding running and riding of MASTER ZENZYETA .Trainer stated that he had instructed the Jockey to settle the horse in fourth/fifth position and to ride out hands and heels and not to use the whip unless it is required since this horse is a roarer. Jockey confirmed the instructions.

When asked, Trainer stated that jockey had followed his instructions and he does not take any objection to his riding.

Jockey was asked to explain his riding as to why he kept wide course throughout the race and did not ride out vigorously in the straight, to which he stated that his mount was hanging out inspite of his efforts and he has done his best as instructed.

Not being satisfied with their explanations they were reported to the Stewards.

The Stewards after the last race , took note of the explanation tendered by the trainer and the jockey, considering the Stipendiary Stewards report and also having viewed the replay of the race, were of the opinion that both Trainer and Jockey were responsible for UNSATISFACTORY RUNNING AND RIDING of their horse MASTER ZENZYETA.

The Stewards deliberated and decided:

a)    To suspend jockey Riazuddin licence for a period covering 06 race days i.e 26th April and 29th April 2022 (both days inclusive) further if he applies for a jockey license for the season 2022/2023 it may be recommended to the Stewards of the club. However it will remain suspended for the first four race days of racing season 2022/2023 (permitted to ride work/ mock race).

b)    To fine Trainer HA Khan a sum of Rs. 20,000/- .

Veterinary examination of MASTER ZENZYETA did not reveal any apparent abnormality.