Jockey Aaron Chatrie Suspended and Fined for Violations at Jamaica Racing Commission
Jamaican jockey Aaron Chatrie has been handed a 25-day suspension and fined $10,000 for disciplinary violations at the Jamaica Racing Commission. The stewards at the Commission held inquiries on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, and announced the penalties for Chatrie on that day.
Chatrie rode the horse Power of Faith in the seventh race on Saturday, September 28, 2024. He was charged with failure to take all permissible measures throughout the race to ensure a full opportunity to win. As a result, he has been suspended for 25 race days, with the suspension set to take effect on Saturday, November 9, 2024.
In addition to the suspension, Chatrie was fined $10,000 for excessive use of his whip while riding horse Kaylyn Melody in the third race on the same day, September 28, 2024.
Chatrie has chosen to appeal his suspension, seeking a review of the disciplinary actions taken against him by the Jamaica Racing Commission. It is not uncommon for jockeys to appeal such decisions in the hope of reducing or overturning the penalties imposed on them.
The Jamaica Racing Commission is tasked with overseeing and regulating horse racing in Jamaica, ensuring fair play and adherence to rules and regulations by all participants. Violations such as those committed by Chatrie are taken seriously, with appropriate disciplinary measures implemented to maintain the integrity of the sport.
As Chatrie awaits the outcome of his appeal, the racing community will be watching closely to see how this situation unfolds and what impact it may have on his future participation in races.
