On 10 August 2024, six-year-old gelding Kennysing in the care of licensed trainer Greg Kilner took part in Race 5 at Casino Racecourse.
During the event, Kennysing sustained a catastrophic injury to its right foreleg. A subsequent postmortem revealed the near complete disruption of the right fore superficial digital flexor tendon.
Racing NSW Stewards commenced an investigation surrounding the euthanasia of Kennysing and the care afforded to the gelding prior to its euthanasia.
Stewards conducted interviews with witnesses, obtained veterinarian reports in respect to Kennysing and identified a further failure in respect to the recording of medications and treatments.
Racing NSW Stewards conducted an inquiry into circumstances surrounding the euthanasia and prior care afforded to Kennysing.
A brief of evidence compiled by Racing NSW Stewards was tendered and oral evidence was taken from Mr Kilner, Veterinarian Dr Alan Giles, Veterinary nurse Ms Gabriel Ross, Racing NSW Official Veterinarian Dr Rose Bensley and current industry participants.
To read the full Stewards Report - CLICK HERE