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Apprentice Vikramathitan
a/l Rasu (R Vikram) has been suspended six months for a positive urine test
taken on Jun 13. The
Stewards concluded the inquiry into the above matter at the Selangor Turf
Club today. Evidence was taken from Vikram, in the presence of his master,
Trainer Tony Yeoh.
At the conclusion of the inquiry, Vikram pleaded guilty to a charge under
MRA Rule 136(3)(b) and the particulars of the charge were that a urine
sample coded “J-2163” submitted by him on Jun 13 at the Selangor Turf Club
June Meeting 2010, on analysis, revealed the presence of “Furosemide”, which
is a prohibited substance under the MRA Rules.
In deciding on penalty, the Stewards took into account the nature of the
drug, his previous record and his guilty plea. Vikram was suspended for a
period of six months from Jun 18 and to expire on Dec 17, both days
inclusive. He was advised of his right of appeal.  |
