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Great Britain Toughens Whip-Use Penalties

Beginning Oct. 10, jockeys in Great Britain will face a minimum suspension of five days for not adhering to stricter limits for use of the whip in races.

 Tuesday, September 27, 2011

RCI Committee Wants Review of 'Urging'

The International Racing Regulatory Conference Committee of the Association of Racing Commissioners International held its first meeting Feb. 10 and called for a review of RCI Model Rules pertaining to "urging" in races.

 Friday, February 11, 2011

Whip Policy Changes F-T Riders' Actions

Uniform policies that restrict use of a riding crop in under tack shows for 2-year-olds in training had a significant effect on riders' actions at the preview for the Fasig-Tipton Florida select juvenile auction, according to Fasig-Tipton director of marketing Terence Collier.

 Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Ban on Steroids, Toe Grabs Recommended

Ban on Steroids, Toe Grabs Recommended

The Thoroughbred Safety Committee announced June 17 that it is recommending the elimination of steroids in race training and racing, a ban on toe grabs, and a series of whip-related reforms, all aimed at improving safety and integrity in Thoroughbred racing.

 Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Day Wins Settlement in Turfway Whip Suit

Jockey Pat Day has won a settlement in a lawsuit filed in connection with the Turfway Park Breeders' Cup Handicap on Sept. 16, 2000.

 Wednesday, November 14, 2001

Judge Won't Dismiss Case Tied to Horse Struck By Whip

Jockey Pat Day and stewards at Turfway Park will have to give sworn testimony as a result of a U.S. District Court judge's denial of a motion to dismiss a case in which Day is accused of striking another horse with his whip during the $250,000 Turfway Park Breeders' Cup Sept. 16, 2000.

 Wednesday, February 28, 2001

Jocks Suspended For Coral-Eclipse Rides

The English Jockey Club has levied 10-day suspensions to jockeys George Duffield and Pat Eddery for excessive use of the whip during Saturday's Coral-Eclipse Stakes at Sandown.

 Thursday, July 13, 2000