At an Inquiry held at the Offices of the HRD on 7 June 2024, Jockey J Bardottier (COURTROOM MAGIC) and Trainer C Ramdin were interviewed regarding the riding from the 700 m to the winning post, as well as Jockey Bardottier’s loss of his whip in the home straight.
Subsequently, Jockey J Bardottier was charged with a contravention of Rule 43.1, in that, he failed to ensure that his mount, COURTROOM MAGIC, is ridden on its merits.
Jockey J Bardottier pleaded not guilty to the charge; however, he was found guilty as charged.
After considering the evidence in this matter, the Inquiry Board imposed a penalty of a suspension from riding in races from 12th June 2024 to 31st December 2024.
Jockey J Bardottier has the right of appeal against the penalty imposed.
Friday, 7 June 2024