STEWARDS REPORT
DEAGON OFFICES – FEBRUARY 12, 2010
Stewards today continued an inquiry in respect to the performance of Baby Boom in race two at the Sunshine Coast Turf Club on Sunday, January 3, 2010.
Based on information obtained during investigations carried out in respect to betting on the race, the bounds of the inquiry were expanded to include the running and handling of Baby Boom on that day.
Of particular concern to stewards was the Betfair activity on the race surrounding Baby Boom which indicated that a large volume of money had been wagered in support of the horse being unsuccessful.
Trainer John Nikolic and rider John Keating were both questioned immediately following the race and both were directed to appear before the stewards today.
At today’s inquiry, evidence was taken from Mr Nikolic regarding his association with a Gold Coast punter who at this stage has declined requests from stewards to assist in their investigations.
Mr Nikolic was also asked about the relationship he has with a person believed to be a commission agent based in Melbourne. This person was interviewed by chief steward Wade Birch in Melbourne last week.
Further evidence was also taken from jockey John Keating who rode Baby Boom on the day in question.
The inquiry has been adjourned to a time a date to be fixed.
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