It has been reported that David Farquharson, the chairman of stewards for Queensland Harness Racing that had been suspended for the past two months, has been fired.
News of the move has come via an article by ESPN which states that Farquharson was terminated on Friday, February 24. The initial suspension had come after a racing participant had reported a matter to the Down Under commission. Queensland Racing Integrity Commissioner Ross Barnett has said that it is not QRIC policy to publicly discuss the matter in depth.
"Our decision was made after a thorough and fully independent external investigation was completed," Barnett was quoted as saying.
"I want to ensure the community that the QRIC is committed to upholding the integrity of the racing industry and all complaints are taken seriously and fully investigated."
(With files from ESPN)