Sean Cormack suspended three months

SINGAPORE:  Mat 16, 2011

Jockey Sean Cormack was today suspended three months for his handling of FAST BREAK in the Kranji Stakes C - 1100m sprint at Kranji on March 4.

Trained by Douglas Dragon, FAST BREAK (Bel Esprit - Pride Of Nevis by Strategic) finished sixth, just over one length from the winner VIVA PANATA (Estambul - Blooming Luck by Maroof).

The inquiry into the running and riding of FAST BREAK was concluded today. Cormack, the rider of FAST BREAK, was found guilty to a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) in that from the 500m until near the 300m, he failed to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards when he did not ride his mount with sufficient vigour and determination to improve his position when there was an opportunity to do so.

When deciding on penalty, the Stewards took into account his record, the nature of the charge and submissions Cormack that he has been engaged to ride at the Singapore meeting on this Sunday.

The Stewards determined to suspend his licence to ride in races for a period of three months and acting under MRA Rule 48(5), the commencement of the suspension was deferred to begin on Monday, March 21, until June 20, both dates inclusive. He was advised of his right of appeal.

 

Update:
On Thursday, 17 March 2011, Jockey Cormack, the rider of FAST BREAK, exercised his Right of Appeal against the severity of the penalty imposed on him. The appeal will be heard at a date to be fixed.