The ORC has released two rulings pertaining to the appeals by driver Trevor Henry and owner Tony Chiaravalle.
Trevor Henry was handed a six month driving suspension and a fine of $5,000 for cutting the horse Lord Luck with his whip at Grand River Raceway on July 11, 2008.
Upon hearing the evidence, the Panel ordered that Henry receive a four month stay of his initial driving suspension and pay the $5,000 fine. When Henry returns to driving, he must keep a line in both hands at all times during the race for six months. Henry has also been placed on probation for a period of two years.
To read Henry's full ruling, click here.
Tony Chiaravalle sought a hearing to dispute the decision made by WEG to deny his horses from racing at WEG's tracks.
Upon hearing the evidence, the Panel ruled in favour of WEG.
To read Chiaravalle's full ruling, click here.
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