PSA: [Drivers] Fines and Suspensions
Quote from talkinghorse on March 20, 2026, 7:50 PMFAS Rulings for Friday, March 20, 2026
NOTABLES:
IRVINE, JUSTIN D AURORA, OH YOB 2001
Nfld on 3/15/2026 FINED: $300
IMPROPER CONDUCT OR LANGUAGE TO AN OFFICIAL
Mr. Irvine was unprofessional and rude towards the Starter after race #2 on 3/15/26. He
displayed hostile behavior which is not in the best interest of racing. He is hereby fined
$500. The penalty will be reduced to a fine of $300 if not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-2-
26(A)(10) 3769-17-29 The fine must be paid by 3/26/26.
ATHEARN, MATTHEW M CUMBERLAND, ME YOB 1998
Stga on 3/15/2026 FINED: $250
DRIVING - 3 DAYS, 3/19/2026 THRU 3/21/2026
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
During the 11th Race on 03/15/2026 at Saratoga Raceway while driving #6 "FRONTIER
DRAGON" Matthew Athearn did violate the whip rule by using the whip more than three
times in succession without giving the horse time to respond and using more than wrist and
forearm action. This is Matthews Athearn`s second offence within 365 days. Matthew
Athearn is Suspended 3 Days (Driving Only) 03/19/2026 through 03/21/2026 and fined
$250.00. Future violations may result in increased penalties.
KASH, KEITH J JR MEDINA, OH YOB 1979
Nfld on 3/14/2026 FINED: $300
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #5 Two Pistol Annie in race #13 on 3/14/26 he whipped the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. Mr. Kash Jr waived his right to a hearing and is hereby fined
$500. The penalty will be reduced to a fine of $300 if not appealed. This is MR. Kash Jr`s
first whipping offense in the last 365 days. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17(B)&(C) The fine must be
paid by 3/26/26.
MACDONALD, ANTHONY A MACEDONIA, OH YOB 1976
Nfld on 3/11/2026 FINED: $750
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #4 Winter Soldier in race #14 on 3/11/26 he did whip the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. This is Mr. Macdonald third whipping offense in Ohio in the last
365 days. Mr. Macdonald waived his right to a hearing and is hereby fined $1000. The
penalty will be reduced to a fine of $750 if not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17 (B)&(C) The
fine must be paid by 3/22/26.
NAPOLITANO, GEORGE JR BOCA RATON, FL YOB 1966
PcD on 3/16/2026 FINED: $200
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
PA Title 205.409 (c) While driving #4 ROBBIE PEV in Race 7 on 3/16/2026 at Pocono
Downs, George Napolitano Jr. used an exagerrated whipping motion raising his hand and
arm above shoulder height and was not restricted to forearm and wrist action only. Mr.
Napolitano was fined $200 which must be paid within 10 days of the ruling.
PALONE, DAVID M WASHINGTON, PA YOB 1962
Mea on 3/5/2026 FINED: $250
FAILURE TO KEEP A LINE IN EACH HAND
PA Code Title 7: 205.409(b) Mr. Palone used his whip in a one-handed manner driving #3,
WOODMERE HARRIET in The Meadows` 8th race on March 5, 2026. Mr.Palone is fined
$250 and has waived his hearing/appeal rights.
BECKWITH, BRETT M WILTON, NY YOB 2003
M on 2/27/2026 FINED: $500
INTERFERENCE/ CAUSING ANOTHER HORSE TO MAKE A BREAK
CIOCCA, JOHN JR. NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1993
Nfld on 3/10/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS OF A RACING OFFICIAL
PAGE, CHRIS L DELAWARE, OH YOB 1983
MVR on 3/18/2026 FINED: $200
FAILURE TO KEEP BOTH FEET IN THE STIRRUPS
PALONE, DAVID M WASHINGTON, PA YOB 1962
Mea on 3/11/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 8
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
PAQUET, FERNAND A JR MIDDLETOWN, NY YOB 1968
MR on 3/11/2026 DRIVING - 3 DAYS, 3/15/2026 THRU 3/17/2026
HORSE PLACED 6
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
FAS Rulings for Friday, March 20, 2026
NOTABLES:
IRVINE, JUSTIN D AURORA, OH YOB 2001
Nfld on 3/15/2026 FINED: $300
IMPROPER CONDUCT OR LANGUAGE TO AN OFFICIAL
Mr. Irvine was unprofessional and rude towards the Starter after race #2 on 3/15/26. He
displayed hostile behavior which is not in the best interest of racing. He is hereby fined
$500. The penalty will be reduced to a fine of $300 if not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-2-
26(A)(10) 3769-17-29 The fine must be paid by 3/26/26.
ATHEARN, MATTHEW M CUMBERLAND, ME YOB 1998
Stga on 3/15/2026 FINED: $250
DRIVING - 3 DAYS, 3/19/2026 THRU 3/21/2026
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
During the 11th Race on 03/15/2026 at Saratoga Raceway while driving #6 "FRONTIER
DRAGON" Matthew Athearn did violate the whip rule by using the whip more than three
times in succession without giving the horse time to respond and using more than wrist and
forearm action. This is Matthews Athearn`s second offence within 365 days. Matthew
Athearn is Suspended 3 Days (Driving Only) 03/19/2026 through 03/21/2026 and fined
$250.00. Future violations may result in increased penalties.
KASH, KEITH J JR MEDINA, OH YOB 1979
Nfld on 3/14/2026 FINED: $300
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #5 Two Pistol Annie in race #13 on 3/14/26 he whipped the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. Mr. Kash Jr waived his right to a hearing and is hereby fined
$500. The penalty will be reduced to a fine of $300 if not appealed. This is MR. Kash Jr`s
first whipping offense in the last 365 days. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17(B)&(C) The fine must be
paid by 3/26/26.
MACDONALD, ANTHONY A MACEDONIA, OH YOB 1976
Nfld on 3/11/2026 FINED: $750
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #4 Winter Soldier in race #14 on 3/11/26 he did whip the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. This is Mr. Macdonald third whipping offense in Ohio in the last
365 days. Mr. Macdonald waived his right to a hearing and is hereby fined $1000. The
penalty will be reduced to a fine of $750 if not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17 (B)&(C) The
fine must be paid by 3/22/26.
NAPOLITANO, GEORGE JR BOCA RATON, FL YOB 1966
PcD on 3/16/2026 FINED: $200
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
PA Title 205.409 (c) While driving #4 ROBBIE PEV in Race 7 on 3/16/2026 at Pocono
Downs, George Napolitano Jr. used an exagerrated whipping motion raising his hand and
arm above shoulder height and was not restricted to forearm and wrist action only. Mr.
Napolitano was fined $200 which must be paid within 10 days of the ruling.
PALONE, DAVID M WASHINGTON, PA YOB 1962
Mea on 3/5/2026 FINED: $250
FAILURE TO KEEP A LINE IN EACH HAND
PA Code Title 7: 205.409(b) Mr. Palone used his whip in a one-handed manner driving #3,
WOODMERE HARRIET in The Meadows` 8th race on March 5, 2026. Mr.Palone is fined
$250 and has waived his hearing/appeal rights.
BECKWITH, BRETT M WILTON, NY YOB 2003
M on 2/27/2026 FINED: $500
INTERFERENCE/ CAUSING ANOTHER HORSE TO MAKE A BREAK
CIOCCA, JOHN JR. NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1993
Nfld on 3/10/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS OF A RACING OFFICIAL
PAGE, CHRIS L DELAWARE, OH YOB 1983
MVR on 3/18/2026 FINED: $200
FAILURE TO KEEP BOTH FEET IN THE STIRRUPS
PALONE, DAVID M WASHINGTON, PA YOB 1962
Mea on 3/11/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 8
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
PAQUET, FERNAND A JR MIDDLETOWN, NY YOB 1968
MR on 3/11/2026 DRIVING - 3 DAYS, 3/15/2026 THRU 3/17/2026
HORSE PLACED 6
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
Quote from Bgtolex25 on March 21, 2026, 4:31 PMStart banning AMac from his multiple, daily Starbucks fixes, and he might start figuring out the whipping rules. Â Again, I am glad to see Ohio crank up the fines for multiple violations. Â I will give credit for what he has done to promote the industry to new owners, but I have to call out the negatives too. Somebody let me (us) know if he addresses it on his videos. Â I would like to hear his version.
Start banning AMac from his multiple, daily Starbucks fixes, and he might start figuring out the whipping rules. Â Again, I am glad to see Ohio crank up the fines for multiple violations. Â I will give credit for what he has done to promote the industry to new owners, but I have to call out the negatives too. Somebody let me (us) know if he addresses it on his videos. Â I would like to hear his version.
Quote from Purple Aura on March 23, 2026, 12:08 PMI emailed him asking if we pay the fine as a group. The answer surprised me. We DO NOT. The fine is on him. He said he was surprised by the fine. Not a good look for TheStable.ca. I'm glad it's not on us though.Â
I emailed him asking if we pay the fine as a group. The answer surprised me. We DO NOT. The fine is on him. He said he was surprised by the fine. Not a good look for TheStable.ca. I'm glad it's not on us though.Â
Quote from Bgtolex25 on March 23, 2026, 6:27 PMFirst and foremost, thank you @purple-aura for inquiring directly to AMac. Â I just rewatched the replay. Â I understand his point of view from a technical standpoint where his wrist and elbow may or may not have gone above his shoulder, but he used maximum energy in whipping the horse multiple times. Â I accept that he was 1/9 and felt internal and external pressure to get the job done, especially after the early break in stride, but I agree with the ruling. Â And as to who will bear the burden of the fine, donât kid yourself. Â Like tariffs, one way or the other it will be the blue collar, meat and potatoes person, who will pay the bill. Â Okay, sorry, not sorry. Â TAKE THE WHIP OUT AND WE WONâT HAVE TO WONDER.
First and foremost, thank you @purple-aura for inquiring directly to AMac. Â I just rewatched the replay. Â I understand his point of view from a technical standpoint where his wrist and elbow may or may not have gone above his shoulder, but he used maximum energy in whipping the horse multiple times. Â I accept that he was 1/9 and felt internal and external pressure to get the job done, especially after the early break in stride, but I agree with the ruling. Â And as to who will bear the burden of the fine, donât kid yourself. Â Like tariffs, one way or the other it will be the blue collar, meat and potatoes person, who will pay the bill. Â Okay, sorry, not sorry. Â TAKE THE WHIP OUT AND WE WONâT HAVE TO WONDER.
Quote from Bgtolex25 on March 27, 2026, 4:56 PMAMac is getting in fairly deep with these whipping violations.
MACDONALD, ANTHONY A
MVR on 3/22/2026
MACEDONIA, OH
FINED: $1,000
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
YOB 1976
OSRC 3769-17-17-B&C. While driving #6 Legendary Doowrah during the stretch in race 11
on 3/22/26 at MVR, Mr. MacDonald did whip the horse using other than wrist and elbow
action and raising his arm above his shoulder. This is Mr. MacDonald`s fourth whipping
offense in Ohio in the last 365 days. Mr. MacDonald is fined $1000 and given a 10 day
driving suspension, the penalty will be reduced to just a $1000 fine if not appealed, which is
due within 10 days of this ruling. Based on Mr. MacDonald`s numerous whipping violations
over the last 365 days, which also includes penalties from other jurisdictions, Mr.
MacDonald`s 2026 OSRC Driver`s license is placed on probation, which means any further
whipping violations in 2026 will result in suspensions that will increase on each offense. Mr.
MacDonald has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.
AMac is getting in fairly deep with these whipping violations.
MACDONALD, ANTHONY A
MVR on 3/22/2026
MACEDONIA, OH
FINED: $1,000
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
YOB 1976
OSRC 3769-17-17-B&C. While driving #6 Legendary Doowrah during the stretch in race 11
on 3/22/26 at MVR, Mr. MacDonald did whip the horse using other than wrist and elbow
action and raising his arm above his shoulder. This is Mr. MacDonald`s fourth whipping
offense in Ohio in the last 365 days. Mr. MacDonald is fined $1000 and given a 10 day
driving suspension, the penalty will be reduced to just a $1000 fine if not appealed, which is
due within 10 days of this ruling. Based on Mr. MacDonald`s numerous whipping violations
over the last 365 days, which also includes penalties from other jurisdictions, Mr.
MacDonald`s 2026 OSRC Driver`s license is placed on probation, which means any further
whipping violations in 2026 will result in suspensions that will increase on each offense. Mr.
MacDonald has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.
Quote from talkinghorse on March 27, 2026, 11:44 PMFAS Rulings for Friday, March 27, 2026
NOTABLES:
ATHEARN, MATTHEW M CUMBERLAND, ME YOB 1998
Stga on 3/15/2026 FINED: $250
DRIVING - 3 DAYS, 3/19/2026 THRU 3/21/2026
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
During the 11th Race on 03/15/2026 at Saratoga Raceway while driving #6 "FRONTIER
DRAGON" Matthew Athearn did violate the whip rule by using the whip more than three
times in succession without giving the horse time to respond and using more than wrist and
forearm action. This is Matthews Athearn`s second offence within 365 days. Matthew
Athearn is Suspended 3 Days (Driving Only) 03/19/2026 through 03/21/2026 and fined
$250.00. Future violations may result in increased penalties.
MACDONALD, ANTHONY A MACEDONIA, OH YOB 1976
MVR on 3/22/2026 FINED: $1,000
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
OSRC 3769-17-17-B&C. While driving #6 Legendary Doowrah during the stretch in race 11
on 3/22/26 at MVR, Mr. MacDonald did whip the horse using other than wrist and elbow
action and raising his arm above his shoulder. This is Mr. MacDonald`s fourth whipping
offense in Ohio in the last 365 days. Mr. MacDonald is fined $1000 and given a 10 day
driving suspension, the penalty will be reduced to just a $1000 fine if not appealed, which is
due within 10 days of this ruling. Based on Mr. MacDonald`s numerous whipping violations
over the last 365 days, which also includes penalties from other jurisdictions, Mr.
MacDonald`s 2026 OSRC Driver`s license is placed on probation, which means any further
whipping violations in 2026 will result in suspensions that will increase on each offense. Mr.
MacDonald has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.MVR on 3/24/2026 FINED: $350
FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REASONABLE CONTROL OF THE HORSE
NAPOLITANO, GEORGE JR BOCA RATON, FL YOB 1966
PcD on 3/16/2026 FINED: $200
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIPPA Title 205.409 (c) While driving #4 ROBBIE PEV in Race 7 on 3/16/2026 at Pocono
Downs, George Napolitano Jr. used an exagerrated whipping motion raising his hand and
arm above shoulder height and was not restricted to forearm and wrist action only. Mr.
Napolitano was fined $200 which must be paid within 10 days of the ruling.
PALONE, DAVID M WASHINGTON, PA YOB 1962
Mea on 3/5/2026 FINED: $250
FAILURE TO KEEP A LINE IN EACH HAND
PA Code Title 7: 205.409(b) Mr. Palone used his whip in a one-handed manner driving #3,
WOODMERE HARRIET in The Meadows` 8th race on March 5, 2026. Mr.Palone is fined
$250 and has waived his hearing/appeal rights.
SUGG, KURT D POLK, OH YOB 1969
Nfld on 3/21/2026 FINED: $300
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #3 French Shaker in race #2 on 3/21/26 he whipped the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. Mr. Sugg waived his right to a hearing and is hereby fined
$500. the penalty will be reduced to a fine of $300 if not appealed. This is Mr. Sugg`s first
whipping offense in the last 365 days. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17(B)&(C) The fine must be paid
by 4/1/26.
CASE, WALTER H JR RICHMOND, ME YOB 1961
CUMB on 3/21/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATIONIt's good to see Casey back!
CIOCCA, JOHN JR. NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1993
Nfld on 3/18/2026 FINED: $100
JOSTLE, STRIKE OR HOOK WHEELS
HANNERS, AUSTIN B FRANKFORT, OH YOB 1999
MVR on 3/24/2026 FINED: $100
TALKING ON THE RACE TRACKMVR on 3/26/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATIONMVR on 3/26/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
HANNERS, LUKE CHILLICOTHE, OH YOB 2000
MVR on 3/26/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
MERRIMAN, AARON E NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1978
Nfld on 3/18/2026 FINED: $100
LATE TO THE PADDOCKMea on 3/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
MILLER, DAVID S ROBBINSVILLE, NJ YOB 1964
MVR on 3/24/2026 FINED: $100
TALKING ON THE RACE TRACK
PALONE, DAVID M WASHINGTON, PA YOB 1962
Mea on 3/11/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 8
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
FAS Rulings for Friday, March 27, 2026
NOTABLES:
ATHEARN, MATTHEW M CUMBERLAND, ME YOB 1998
Stga on 3/15/2026 FINED: $250
DRIVING - 3 DAYS, 3/19/2026 THRU 3/21/2026
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
During the 11th Race on 03/15/2026 at Saratoga Raceway while driving #6 "FRONTIER
DRAGON" Matthew Athearn did violate the whip rule by using the whip more than three
times in succession without giving the horse time to respond and using more than wrist and
forearm action. This is Matthews Athearn`s second offence within 365 days. Matthew
Athearn is Suspended 3 Days (Driving Only) 03/19/2026 through 03/21/2026 and fined
$250.00. Future violations may result in increased penalties.
MACDONALD, ANTHONY A MACEDONIA, OH YOB 1976
MVR on 3/22/2026 FINED: $1,000
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
OSRC 3769-17-17-B&C. While driving #6 Legendary Doowrah during the stretch in race 11
on 3/22/26 at MVR, Mr. MacDonald did whip the horse using other than wrist and elbow
action and raising his arm above his shoulder. This is Mr. MacDonald`s fourth whipping
offense in Ohio in the last 365 days. Mr. MacDonald is fined $1000 and given a 10 day
driving suspension, the penalty will be reduced to just a $1000 fine if not appealed, which is
due within 10 days of this ruling. Based on Mr. MacDonald`s numerous whipping violations
over the last 365 days, which also includes penalties from other jurisdictions, Mr.
MacDonald`s 2026 OSRC Driver`s license is placed on probation, which means any further
whipping violations in 2026 will result in suspensions that will increase on each offense. Mr.
MacDonald has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.
MVR on 3/24/2026 FINED: $350
FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REASONABLE CONTROL OF THE HORSE
NAPOLITANO, GEORGE JR BOCA RATON, FL YOB 1966
PcD on 3/16/2026 FINED: $200
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
PA Title 205.409 (c) While driving #4 ROBBIE PEV in Race 7 on 3/16/2026 at Pocono
Downs, George Napolitano Jr. used an exagerrated whipping motion raising his hand and
arm above shoulder height and was not restricted to forearm and wrist action only. Mr.
Napolitano was fined $200 which must be paid within 10 days of the ruling.
PALONE, DAVID M WASHINGTON, PA YOB 1962
Mea on 3/5/2026 FINED: $250
FAILURE TO KEEP A LINE IN EACH HAND
PA Code Title 7: 205.409(b) Mr. Palone used his whip in a one-handed manner driving #3,
WOODMERE HARRIET in The Meadows` 8th race on March 5, 2026. Mr.Palone is fined
$250 and has waived his hearing/appeal rights.
SUGG, KURT D POLK, OH YOB 1969
Nfld on 3/21/2026 FINED: $300
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #3 French Shaker in race #2 on 3/21/26 he whipped the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. Mr. Sugg waived his right to a hearing and is hereby fined
$500. the penalty will be reduced to a fine of $300 if not appealed. This is Mr. Sugg`s first
whipping offense in the last 365 days. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17(B)&(C) The fine must be paid
by 4/1/26.
CASE, WALTER H JR RICHMOND, ME YOB 1961
CUMB on 3/21/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
It's good to see Casey back!
CIOCCA, JOHN JR. NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1993
Nfld on 3/18/2026 FINED: $100
JOSTLE, STRIKE OR HOOK WHEELS
HANNERS, AUSTIN B FRANKFORT, OH YOB 1999
MVR on 3/24/2026 FINED: $100
TALKING ON THE RACE TRACK
MVR on 3/26/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
MVR on 3/26/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
HANNERS, LUKE CHILLICOTHE, OH YOB 2000
MVR on 3/26/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
MERRIMAN, AARON E NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1978
Nfld on 3/18/2026 FINED: $100
LATE TO THE PADDOCK
Mea on 3/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
MILLER, DAVID S ROBBINSVILLE, NJ YOB 1964
MVR on 3/24/2026 FINED: $100
TALKING ON THE RACE TRACK
PALONE, DAVID M WASHINGTON, PA YOB 1962
Mea on 3/11/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 8
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
Quote from Purple Aura on April 3, 2026, 12:27 AM
          Norm,
 Check out Anthony's last video. Recaps ( good and bad). I'd post a link but youtube and I are not seeing eye to eye at the moment. Anthony had another whipping violation and received 10 days. He talks about it a few minutes into the video and keeps apologizing the entire time. Just wanted you to know it's out there before you read about the suspension.Â
          Norm,
 Check out Anthony's last video. Recaps ( good and bad). I'd post a link but youtube and I are not seeing eye to eye at the moment. Anthony had another whipping violation and received 10 days. He talks about it a few minutes into the video and keeps apologizing the entire time. Just wanted you to know it's out there before you read about the suspension.Â
Quote from Bgtolex25 on April 3, 2026, 7:00 AMYeah, I was aware and commented on it last week on the 10 day and $1k fine. Â I feel like I have been on my soapbox enough lately. Â He needed to address it and glad he did.
Yeah, I was aware and commented on it last week on the 10 day and $1k fine. Â I feel like I have been on my soapbox enough lately. Â He needed to address it and glad he did.
Quote from Purple Aura on April 3, 2026, 10:30 AMDisagree more soapbox. This place can be slow. Opening Day for Tigers and Keeneland. Warmest Opener on record 75 and sunny. Final Four this weekend. Tigers have a rookie who looks to the real deal. Finally. Since Lou and Trams. ?I've already asked Anthony to name whatever Michigan colt he buys at the sale this fall McGonigle. Too soon? :):):)
Disagree more soapbox. This place can be slow. Opening Day for Tigers and Keeneland. Warmest Opener on record 75 and sunny. Final Four this weekend. Tigers have a rookie who looks to the real deal. Finally. Since Lou and Trams. ?I've already asked Anthony to name whatever Michigan colt he buys at the sale this fall McGonigle. Too soon? :):):)
Quote from talkinghorse on April 3, 2026, 12:06 PMFAS Rulings for Friday, April 3, 2026
NOTABLES:
CHINDANO, JOSEPH J JR. BLOOMINGBURG, NY YOB 1999
BR on 3/21/2026 FINED: $500
FULL - 30 DAYS, 4/1/2026 THRU 4/30/2026
FIGHTING
On Saturday, March 21, 2026, as driver of the 2 horse, FLAG PARTY, in the 7th race at
Buffalo Raceway, Joe Chindano Jr. did instigate a physical altercation after the race`s
conclusion. This is conduct detrimental to the best interest of racing. Having appeared
before a representative of the New York State Gaming Commission and waving his right to
a formal hearing and right to appeal, Joe Chindano Jr. is issued a Sixty (60) day (reduced
to Thirty (30) days without appeal) full suspension of his occupational license beginning
4/1/2026 through and including 4/30/2026. Furthermore, Joe Chindano Jr. is fined One
Thousand Dollars ($1000.00) (reduced to Five hundred ($500.00) without appeal). Further
violations of this nature may result in increased penalties.
MACDONALD, ANTHONY A MACEDONIA, OH YOB 1976
Nfld on 3/29/2026 FINED: $350
HORSE PLACED 7
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
MERRIMAN, AARON E NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1978
Nfld on 3/29/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
MILLER, DAVID S ROBBINSVILLE, NJ YOB 1964
MVR on 4/1/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTION OF THE PADDOCK JUDGE
WRENN, RONNIE H JR. CHAGRIN FALLS, OH YOB 1986
Mea on 3/26/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
FAS Rulings for Friday, April 3, 2026
NOTABLES:
CHINDANO, JOSEPH J JR. BLOOMINGBURG, NY YOB 1999
BR on 3/21/2026 FINED: $500
FULL - 30 DAYS, 4/1/2026 THRU 4/30/2026
FIGHTING
On Saturday, March 21, 2026, as driver of the 2 horse, FLAG PARTY, in the 7th race at
Buffalo Raceway, Joe Chindano Jr. did instigate a physical altercation after the race`s
conclusion. This is conduct detrimental to the best interest of racing. Having appeared
before a representative of the New York State Gaming Commission and waving his right to
a formal hearing and right to appeal, Joe Chindano Jr. is issued a Sixty (60) day (reduced
to Thirty (30) days without appeal) full suspension of his occupational license beginning
4/1/2026 through and including 4/30/2026. Furthermore, Joe Chindano Jr. is fined One
Thousand Dollars ($1000.00) (reduced to Five hundred ($500.00) without appeal). Further
violations of this nature may result in increased penalties.
MACDONALD, ANTHONY A MACEDONIA, OH YOB 1976
Nfld on 3/29/2026 FINED: $350
HORSE PLACED 7
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
MERRIMAN, AARON E NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1978
Nfld on 3/29/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
MILLER, DAVID S ROBBINSVILLE, NJ YOB 1964
MVR on 4/1/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTION OF THE PADDOCK JUDGE
WRENN, RONNIE H JR. CHAGRIN FALLS, OH YOB 1986
Mea on 3/26/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE