Stewards on Tuesday concluded an inquiry into the late scratching of Wetzler from Ballarat on June 10 regarding discrepancies with its identification.
Following questioning of registered trainer Chris Alford, owner Kevin Richards and steward Des Benger, it was established that the horse presented to race was Arawaka.
Mr Alford subsequently pleaded guilty to a charge under Rule 273(7) for failing to ensure that the correct horse is presented to start in a race.
After hearing submissions regarding penalty, Mr Alford was fined $1500.