Racing Victoria (RV) Stewards have charged trainer Maxim Van Lierde with two breaches of the Australian Rules of Racing, following their investigation into matters concerning his horse, Gentian Blue.
The charges relate to the detection of a prohibited substance and a failure to maintain treatment records as required.
Charge One: AR 240(2) – Prohibited Substance Detected
Under Australian Rule of Racing 240(2), it is an offence if a horse brought to a racecourse for a race is found to have a prohibited substance in its system, either before or after competing.
The particulars of this charge are as follows:
The analysis of the sample was conducted by Racing Analytical Services Limited and confirmed by the Australian Racing Forensic Laboratory.
Charge Two: AR 104(1) – Failure to Record Treatment
Australian Rule of Racing 104(1) requires trainers to maintain accurate and timely records of any medication or treatment administered to horses in their care.
The particulars of this charge are as follows:
This matter serves as a reminder of the importance of strict compliance with the Australian Rules of Racing, both in maintaining treatment records and ensuring that horses presented for racing are free of prohibited substances.
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