The National Horseracing Authority confirms that at an Inquiry held in Johannesburg on Tuesday, 5 September 2023, Jockey G Lerena was charged with a contravention of Rule 62.2.7.  The particulars being that whilst riding THE INKOSANA, he failed to ensure that he did not cause interference to SUMMERLAND when he shifted in at the 200m in Race 5 at Turffontein Racecourse on 19 August 2023.  

Jockey G Lerena pleaded guilty and was found guilty of the charge. 

The Inquiry Board, after considering the mitigating factors presented, imposed a penalty of a suspension from riding in Races for a period of seven (7) days. 

Jockey Lerena was given the Right of Appeal against the penalty imposed.