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Tuesday, 11 February 2025 18:13

Ruling H009-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino
February 11, 2025

In the opinion of the Board of Judges, OWNER/TRAINER/DRIVER, FARRIER/PLATER, CHRISTOPHER ADAM BROWN, PERM. ADD.: WAWANESA, MANITOBA, CANADA, D.O.B. NOVEMBER 20, 1986, did violate HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 458(2)(a)(ii)(c)(ii); A driver shall not commit any of the following acts which are considered violations of driving rules: At any time while on the grounds of an Association, it is a violation of the Rules for a driver, or the person in control of the horse, to engage in any of the following actions with respect to their driving conduct; excessive action, which is characterized by unreasonable quantity or degree, including using the whip continuously and/or without allowing the horse time to respond. At any time while on the grounds of an Association, the whip shall only be used for safety purposes and for very light encouragement. The only movement allowed to encourage a horse is a movement of the wrist. It is a violation of the Rules for a driver, or the person in control of the horse, to use the whip to hit or make contact with the horse as follows: to use more than acceptable wrist action; while driving "PULL THE TRIGGER" in Race 8, Friday, February 7, 2025.

PENALTY: CHRISTOPHER BROWN is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Additional Info

  • Ruling #: H009-2025
  • Ruling Date: Tuesday, 11 February 2025
  • Involving: Christopher Adam Brown
  • Infraction: Excessive use of whip
  • Judgement: Fined $100
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