The National Horseracing Authority confirms that at an Inquiry held at Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse on 17 November 2021, Jockey Sean Veale was charged with a contravention of Rule 62.2.7.  The particulars being that as the Rider of JACQUELINE, he failed to ensure that he did not cause interference to WINTERTIME (M V’Rensburg) at the 200m in Race 5 at Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse on 10 November 2021.  

Jockey Veale pleaded guilty to and was found guilty of the charge. 

The Inquiry Board after considering the evidence and the mitigating factors, imposed a penalty of a suspension from riding in races for a period of 7 days. 

Jockey Veale has the Right of Appeal against the penalty imposed.