Rider John Velazquez was fined $4,017 and suspended for one day (December 10) for his riding behavior. Mind control in the December 3 Cigar Handicap presented by NYRA Bets (G1) at Aqueduct race trackin accordance with the December 7 ruling.
During the race, he bumped into the horse seven times, one more than allowed by the Horse Racing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA).
Under HISA regulations, one to three strikes in excess of the six strike limit is a Level 3 violation, resulting in a $250 fine or 10% of a runner’s share. horse — whichever is greater.
Mind Control, the 6-year-old son of Thirsty , coached by Todd Pletcher for Red Oak Stables and Madaket Stables. The first time Velazquez got on a mount was the victory at Hopeful Stakes (G1) 2018 at Racecourse Saratoga.
Also on Saturday’s card at the Aqueduct is Demoiselle Stakes (G2) which Velazquez rode lady affirms finish in second place behind Julia shines for trainer Graham Motion and owner of AMO Racing.
The Hall of Famer has previously been fined for improper use of a riding whip, including a $500 fine by the New York Game Commission in 2015 for “inappropriate use of a whip” while riding. tone artist finish as runner-up in the Suburban Handicap (G2).
