The National Horseracing Authority confirms that at an Inquiry held in Durban on 1 April 2021, Apprentice Jockey Kyle Strydom was charged with a contravention of Rule 62.2.7.
Kyle Strydom – suspended (Pic – Candiese Marnewick)
The particulars being that as the rider of BIG SKY COUNTRY, he failed to ensure that he did not cause interference to FLASHY KAITRINA leaving the 1100m in Race 8, at Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse on 14 March 2021.
Apprentice Jockey Strydom pleaded not guilty to the charge, but was found guilty as charged.
After considering all factors in mitigation, the Inquiry Board imposed a penalty of a suspension from riding in races for a period of seven days.
Apprentice Jockey Strydom has the Right of Appeal against the finding and the penalty imposed.
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