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Harness racing trainer and driver challenges Tasmanian industry fine for not carrying a whip
A Tasmanian harness racing trainer and driver says he has no desire to be involved in an industry that requires drivers to carry whips when racing, and is appealing against a steward’s ruling that he must carry one.
Key points:
- A Tasmanian harness racing trainer and driver says he was fined $1,000 for not carrying a whip
- He is appealing against the ruling
- Another driver has been charged for excessive whip use at Saturday’s Tasmania Cup final
“I see what horses can do without being whipped and I don’t see that inflicting pain to generate a result is necessary if you train them to the best of their ability,” Kelly told ABC Radio Hobart.
Gavin Kelly became a harness trainer and driver two years ago and said had never used a whip while racing a…
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