Latest News

Upon review of the films of Race 3 at Lightning Ridge on Saturday 8 April 2023, it has been identified that the incorrect horses have been placed into 5th and 6th position.

It has been identified that Japingka finished in 5th place and River Reece finished in 6th place.

Acting under the provisions of AR214(4)(b) the Stewards have amended the placings of the race to read:
1st – Katgully Red
2nd – Yes Kurt
3rd – Foxstorm
4th – Billy Bent Ear
5th – Japingka
6th – River Reece

The connections of both horses have been advised of the alteration to the placings.

Relevant Rule
AR 214 Placings in a race to be determined by the Judge
(4) The determination of the Judge that a horse has won or been placed in a race is to be final, except:
(b) the Stewards may alter a determination made by the Judge either before or after a declaration of correct weight if the Stewards are satisfied on the available evidence (including prints or images) that the Judge has made a mistake in the determination of the finishing order of a race.