Aify suspended six months

KUALA LUMPUR:  Mar 11, 2015

Jockey Yudanyl Aify was today handed a six-month suspension for his ride on DUE HOME in a Class 5 - 1400m handicap at Sungei Besi here last Saturday.

The Australian five-year-old, trained by Frank Maynard, came from last at the home turn in the 14-horse field to finish fifth to DELIGHTFULLY.

The Stewards at the Selangor Turf Club, concluded an inquiry into Aify’s ride on DUE HOME today. Evidence was taken from Aify and Maynard.

After viewing the official patrol films of this event and considering the evidence tendered, the Stewards acting on their own observations, found Aify guilty of a charge under MRA Rule 44(10) for failing to ride to the satisfaction of the Stewards. The particulars of the charge were that from the 750m to the 150m, he showed insufficient vigour to ensure that DUE HOME finish in the best possible placing.

In assessing the penalty, the Stewards took into consideration Aify’s mitigating factors, previous riding record and his submissions on penalty. Acting on the provisions of MRA Rule 48(5), the Stewards deferred the commencement of Aify’s suspension. He was suspended from riding in races for a period of six months with effect from March 16 to September 15, both dates inclusive. He was also fined RM30,000 and advised of his right of appeal.