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HRV RAD Board Appeal - Result

27 June 2014

Result of the appeal held before the HRV Racing Appeals and Disciplinary Board on 27 June 2014.

Against a 10 day suspension imposed by the stewards under Rule 163(1)(a).

Appeal abandoned.

HRV RAD Board Panel: Brian Collis QC (Chairman), Brian Pearce

Appellant Representative: Rob O’Connell

HRV Representative: Kylie Harrison

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