PSA: [Drivers] Fines and Suspensions
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NOTABLES:
HERSHBERGER, JOSEPH A. ALLARDT, TN YOB 1989
OAKGR on 3/30/2026 FINED: $250
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
Mr. Joseph Hershberger was the driver of #7 Social Theories who was in the 9th Race at
Oak Grove on 3/30/2026. Mr. Hershberger did use the whip while no longer in contention
violating 810 KAR 5:070 Section 9 – D – 7.
KRAMP, JOSEPH M NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1991
Nfld on 4/1/2026 FINED: $300
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #2 Al Be Seeing You in race #3 on 4/1/26 he did whipped the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. Mr. Kramp 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. Kramp`s first
whipping offense in the last 365 days. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17 (B)&(C) The fine must be paid
by 4/12/26.
LONG, WILLIAM F BERLIN, MD YOB 1954
RcR on 4/6/2026 FINED: $100
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
Driver William Long is fined $100.00 for one-handed whipping in the stretch while driving
TOUGH OLD HICKORY in the 3rd race on April 6th 2026, at Rosecroft Raceway. All fines
must be paid within ten (10) days of the ruling; failure to pay will result in the suspension of
the Maryland Racing Commission licensee until payment is received. COMAR:
09.10.02.33H(17)
MACDONALD, ANTHONY A MACEDONIA, OH YOB 1976
Nfld on 4/1/2026 FINED: $1,000
DRIVING - 10 DAYS, 4/7/2026 THRU 4/16/2026
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #1 Heart Of Rock in race #4 on 4/1/26 he whipped the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. This is Mr. Macdonald`s fifth whipping offense in Ohio in the
last 365 days. Mr. Macdonald waived his right to a hearing and is hereby fined $1000 and
given a 30 day driving suspension. The penalty will be reduced to a $1000 fine and a 10
day driving suspension if not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17 (B)&(C) The fine must be
paid by 4/15/26.
SMITH, PARKER R WASHNINGTON CH, OH YOB 1998
MVR on 4/6/2026 FINED: $500
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
OSRC 3769-17-17-B. While driving #1 Ithaca Hanover during the stretch in race 3 on
4/6/26 at MVR, Mr. Smith did whip the horse using other than wrist and elbow action. This
is Mr. Smith`s second whipping offense in the last 365 days. Mr. Smith is fined $750, the
penalty will be reduced to $500 if not appealed, which is due within 10 days of this ruling.
Mr. Smith has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.
IRVINE, JUSTIN D AURORA, OH YOB 2001
Nfld on 4/4/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
MERRIMAN, AARON E NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1978
Nfld on 4/6/2026 FINED: $350
HORSE PLACED 8
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
NAPOLITANO, GEORGE JR BOCA RATON, FL YOB 1966
PcD on 3/30/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 8
INTERFERENCE/ CAUSING ANOTHER HORSE TO MAKE A BREAK
NOBLE, DANIEL N XENIA, OH YOB 1983
Nfld on 4/4/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
ST LOUIS, MARC E JR. SWARTZ CREEK, MI YOB 1988
MVR on 4/9/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 7
IMPEDING THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER HORSE
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 10, 2026
NOTABLES:
HERSHBERGER, JOSEPH A. ALLARDT, TN YOB 1989
OAKGR on 3/30/2026 FINED: $250
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
Mr. Joseph Hershberger was the driver of #7 Social Theories who was in the 9th Race at
Oak Grove on 3/30/2026. Mr. Hershberger did use the whip while no longer in contention
violating 810 KAR 5:070 Section 9 – D – 7.
KRAMP, JOSEPH M NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1991
Nfld on 4/1/2026 FINED: $300
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #2 Al Be Seeing You in race #3 on 4/1/26 he did whipped the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. Mr. Kramp 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. Kramp`s first
whipping offense in the last 365 days. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17 (B)&(C) The fine must be paid
by 4/12/26.
LONG, WILLIAM F BERLIN, MD YOB 1954
RcR on 4/6/2026 FINED: $100
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
Driver William Long is fined $100.00 for one-handed whipping in the stretch while driving
TOUGH OLD HICKORY in the 3rd race on April 6th 2026, at Rosecroft Raceway. All fines
must be paid within ten (10) days of the ruling; failure to pay will result in the suspension of
the Maryland Racing Commission licensee until payment is received. COMAR:
09.10.02.33H(17)
MACDONALD, ANTHONY A MACEDONIA, OH YOB 1976
Nfld on 4/1/2026 FINED: $1,000
DRIVING - 10 DAYS, 4/7/2026 THRU 4/16/2026
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #1 Heart Of Rock in race #4 on 4/1/26 he whipped the horse in an
exaggerated manner by raising his whipping arm above shoulder height and using more
than elbow and wrist action. This is Mr. Macdonald`s fifth whipping offense in Ohio in the
last 365 days. Mr. Macdonald waived his right to a hearing and is hereby fined $1000 and
given a 30 day driving suspension. The penalty will be reduced to a $1000 fine and a 10
day driving suspension if not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17 (B)&(C) The fine must be
paid by 4/15/26.
SMITH, PARKER R WASHNINGTON CH, OH YOB 1998
MVR on 4/6/2026 FINED: $500
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
OSRC 3769-17-17-B. While driving #1 Ithaca Hanover during the stretch in race 3 on
4/6/26 at MVR, Mr. Smith did whip the horse using other than wrist and elbow action. This
is Mr. Smith`s second whipping offense in the last 365 days. Mr. Smith is fined $750, the
penalty will be reduced to $500 if not appealed, which is due within 10 days of this ruling.
Mr. Smith has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.
IRVINE, JUSTIN D AURORA, OH YOB 2001
Nfld on 4/4/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
MERRIMAN, AARON E NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1978
Nfld on 4/6/2026 FINED: $350
HORSE PLACED 8
CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
NAPOLITANO, GEORGE JR BOCA RATON, FL YOB 1966
PcD on 3/30/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 8
INTERFERENCE/ CAUSING ANOTHER HORSE TO MAKE A BREAK
NOBLE, DANIEL N XENIA, OH YOB 1983
Nfld on 4/4/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
ST LOUIS, MARC E JR. SWARTZ CREEK, MI YOB 1988
MVR on 4/9/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 7
IMPEDING THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER HORSE
WRENN, RONNIE H JR. CHAGRIN FALLS, OH YOB 1986
Mea on 3/26/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
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NOTABLES:
DAY, JAMES E MEDINA, OH YOB 1996
Nfld on 4/8/2026 FINED: $500
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #6 Ballard MR Coin on 4/8/26 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. Day`s second whipping offense within 365 days. Mr. Day waived his
right to a hearing and is hereby fined $750. The penalty will be reduced to a fine of $500 if
not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17 (B)&(C) The fine must be paid by 4/19/26.
FAS Rulings for Friday, April 17, 2026
NOTABLES:
DAY, JAMES E MEDINA, OH YOB 1996
Nfld on 4/8/2026 FINED: $500
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
While driving #6 Ballard MR Coin on 4/8/26 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. Day`s second whipping offense within 365 days. Mr. Day waived his
right to a hearing and is hereby fined $750. The penalty will be reduced to a fine of $500 if
not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-17-17 (B)&(C) The fine must be paid by 4/19/26.
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NOTABLES:
HANNERS, AUSTIN B FRANKFORT, OH YOB 1999
DTN on 4/21/2026 FINED: $750
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
OSRC 3769-17-17(B&L). While scoring down #5 Top Shelf Sherry prior to the start of race
8 on 4/21/26 at MVR, Mr. Hanners did raise his whip in an exaggerated and indiscriminate
manner and strike the horse. This is Mr. Hanner`s third whipping offense in the last 365
days. Mr. Hanners is fined $1000, the penalty will be reduced to $750 if not appealed,
which is due within 10 days of this ruling. Mr. Hanners has 48 hours to appeal this decision
to the OSRC.MVR on 4/21/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 3
IMPEDING THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER HORSEMVR on 4/23/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 3
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
BENDER, ATLEE E NOBLESVILLE, IN YOB 1992
HoP on 4/15/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO COME UP/STAY IN POSITION
MERRIMAN, AARON E NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1978
MVR on 4/16/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATIONNfld on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
TALKING ON THE RACE TRACKNfld on 4/19/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
NOBLE, DANIEL N XENIA, OH YOB 1983
Nfld on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
TALKING ON THE RACE TRACK
RHOADES, BRAIDEN M ASHLAND, OH YOB 2005
Nfld on 4/12/2026 FINED: $100
JOSTLE, STRIKE OR HOOK WHEELS
SHEHAN, TYLER G HOPKINSVILLE, KY YOB 1982
OAKGR on 4/21/2026 DRIVING - 2 DAYS, 4/27/2026 THRU 4/28/2026
FAILURE TO KEEP BOTH FEET IN THE STIRRUPS
ST LOUIS, MARC E JR. SWARTZ CREEK, MI YOB 1988
Nfld on 4/18/2026 FINED: $300
KICKING A HORSE
STRATTON, CORY GOSHEN, NY YOB 1992
PRc on 4/21/2026 FINED: $100
SLOW QUARTER/HALF
WRENN, RONNIE H JR. CHAGRIN FALLS, OH YOB 1986
Mea on 4/17/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
FAS Rulings for Friday, April 24, 2026
NOTABLES:
HANNERS, AUSTIN B FRANKFORT, OH YOB 1999
DTN on 4/21/2026 FINED: $750
INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP
OSRC 3769-17-17(B&L). While scoring down #5 Top Shelf Sherry prior to the start of race
8 on 4/21/26 at MVR, Mr. Hanners did raise his whip in an exaggerated and indiscriminate
manner and strike the horse. This is Mr. Hanner`s third whipping offense in the last 365
days. Mr. Hanners is fined $1000, the penalty will be reduced to $750 if not appealed,
which is due within 10 days of this ruling. Mr. Hanners has 48 hours to appeal this decision
to the OSRC.
MVR on 4/21/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 3
IMPEDING THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER HORSE
MVR on 4/23/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 3
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
BENDER, ATLEE E NOBLESVILLE, IN YOB 1992
HoP on 4/15/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO COME UP/STAY IN POSITION
MERRIMAN, AARON E NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1978
MVR on 4/16/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
Nfld on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
TALKING ON THE RACE TRACK
Nfld on 4/19/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
NOBLE, DANIEL N XENIA, OH YOB 1983
Nfld on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
TALKING ON THE RACE TRACK
RHOADES, BRAIDEN M ASHLAND, OH YOB 2005
Nfld on 4/12/2026 FINED: $100
JOSTLE, STRIKE OR HOOK WHEELS
SHEHAN, TYLER G HOPKINSVILLE, KY YOB 1982
OAKGR on 4/21/2026 DRIVING - 2 DAYS, 4/27/2026 THRU 4/28/2026
FAILURE TO KEEP BOTH FEET IN THE STIRRUPS
ST LOUIS, MARC E JR. SWARTZ CREEK, MI YOB 1988
Nfld on 4/18/2026 FINED: $300
KICKING A HORSE
STRATTON, CORY GOSHEN, NY YOB 1992
PRc on 4/21/2026 FINED: $100
SLOW QUARTER/HALF
WRENN, RONNIE H JR. CHAGRIN FALLS, OH YOB 1986
Mea on 4/17/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
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NOTABLES:
MERTON, GREGORY MONTICELLO, NY YOB 1973
MR on 4/22/2026 FINED: $500
DRIVING - 7 DAYS, 4/23/2026 THRU 4/29/2026
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
Rule 4117.8(D)(2) & 4117.8(H)(2) Driver Greg Merton is hereby assessed a fine of $500.00
and suspended from driving for 7days, April 23, 2026, through and including April 29, 2026,
for use of the whip in an excessive manner; using the whip more than three times in
succession without giving the horse time to respond while driving FULL DISCLOSURE in
the 8th race on April 22, 2026, at Monticello Raceway. (This violation constitutes a 3rd
violation in this category in a 365-day period.) Further violations in this category will result in
increased penalties.
NAPOLITANO, ANTHONY J NESCOPECK, PA YOB 1981
PcD on 4/18/2026 FINED: $200
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
PA Title 205.409(c) While driving #1 UP THE CREEK in race 1 on 4/18/2026 at Pocono
Downs, Anthony Napolitano used an exaggerated whipping motion - raising his whip hand
above shoulder height and not restricted to wrist and forearm action only. Mr. Napolitano
was fined $200 which must be paid within 10 days of the ruling.
ANGUS, TYLER C SAGAMORE HILLS, OH YOB 2002
Nfld on 4/22/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO DRIVE WHEN PROGRAMMEDNfld on 4/26/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
BOYD, BRAXTEN B JONESVILLE, MI YOB 2000
PcD on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
DUNN, DEXTER J WRIGHTSTOWN, NJ YOB 1989
M on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO BE PROPERLY DRESSED
HARMON, LAUREN M BROOKLYN, MI YOB 2000
Nfld on 4/25/2026 FINED: $300
KICKING A HORSE
MCCARTHY, TODD P BORDENTOWN, NJ YOB 1993
M on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO BE PROPERLY DRESSED
MELANDER, MATTIAS V NEW EGYPT, NJ YOB 1996
M on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO BE PROPERLY DRESSED
MERRIMAN, AARON E NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1978
Nfld on 4/19/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATIONMea on 4/22/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATIONNfld on 4/22/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 2
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATIONNfld on 4/26/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
MILLER, DAVID S WILMINGTON, OH YOB 1964
MVR on 4/26/2026 FINED: $350
HORSE PLACED 10
IMPEDING THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER HORSEMVR on 4/30/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 5
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
SVANSTEDT, AKE WRIGHTSTOWN, NJ YOB 1958
M on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO BE PROPERLY DRESSED
FAS Rulings for Friday, May 1, 2026
NOTABLES:
MERTON, GREGORY MONTICELLO, NY YOB 1973
MR on 4/22/2026 FINED: $500
DRIVING - 7 DAYS, 4/23/2026 THRU 4/29/2026
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
Rule 4117.8(D)(2) & 4117.8(H)(2) Driver Greg Merton is hereby assessed a fine of $500.00
and suspended from driving for 7days, April 23, 2026, through and including April 29, 2026,
for use of the whip in an excessive manner; using the whip more than three times in
succession without giving the horse time to respond while driving FULL DISCLOSURE in
the 8th race on April 22, 2026, at Monticello Raceway. (This violation constitutes a 3rd
violation in this category in a 365-day period.) Further violations in this category will result in
increased penalties.
NAPOLITANO, ANTHONY J NESCOPECK, PA YOB 1981
PcD on 4/18/2026 FINED: $200
EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP
PA Title 205.409(c) While driving #1 UP THE CREEK in race 1 on 4/18/2026 at Pocono
Downs, Anthony Napolitano used an exaggerated whipping motion - raising his whip hand
above shoulder height and not restricted to wrist and forearm action only. Mr. Napolitano
was fined $200 which must be paid within 10 days of the ruling.
ANGUS, TYLER C SAGAMORE HILLS, OH YOB 2002
Nfld on 4/22/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO DRIVE WHEN PROGRAMMED
Nfld on 4/26/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
BOYD, BRAXTEN B JONESVILLE, MI YOB 2000
PcD on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
DUNN, DEXTER J WRIGHTSTOWN, NJ YOB 1989
M on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO BE PROPERLY DRESSED
HARMON, LAUREN M BROOKLYN, MI YOB 2000
Nfld on 4/25/2026 FINED: $300
KICKING A HORSE
MCCARTHY, TODD P BORDENTOWN, NJ YOB 1993
M on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO BE PROPERLY DRESSED
MELANDER, MATTIAS V NEW EGYPT, NJ YOB 1996
M on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO BE PROPERLY DRESSED
MERRIMAN, AARON E NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1978
Nfld on 4/19/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
Mea on 4/22/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
Nfld on 4/22/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 2
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
Nfld on 4/26/2026 FINED: $100
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
MILLER, DAVID S WILMINGTON, OH YOB 1964
MVR on 4/26/2026 FINED: $350
HORSE PLACED 10
IMPEDING THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER HORSE
MVR on 4/30/2026 FINED: $200
HORSE PLACED 5
INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
SVANSTEDT, AKE WRIGHTSTOWN, NJ YOB 1958
M on 4/18/2026 FINED: $100
FAILURE TO BE PROPERLY DRESSED
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NOTABLES:
HORSEY, CEBA M
Har on 5/4/2026 LAUREL, DE YOB 1976 FINED: $200 FAILURE TO KEEP A LINE IN EACH HAND Mr. Horsey did use the whip in a one handed fashion before the quarter pole. This is a violation of DHRC rule 7.6.13.14.1.2. Mr. Horsey is issued a $200 fine. Taking into consideration, Mr. Horsey`s history of whipping violations, any future violations will receive more severe penalties. Per DHRC rule 10,2,7.6 all fines are do within 10 days of this ruling. Mr. Horsey did sign the waiver of hearing.
IRVINE, BRAD D
PRc on 5/5/2026 MOUNTAINTOP, PA FINED: $250 INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP YOB 1971 USTA Rule 18.00 S18.08 (b)2 and (c)3. On 05/05/2026 at PRC, driver Brad Irvine was observed using other than wrist and elbow action and did not pause after three consecutive strikes while driving No.7 BREWSTER BAKER in Race 3. As a result of the violation Mr. Irvine is fined the sum of $250.00 and is suspended from driving only for one day, 05/07/2026. Subsequent violations of this nature will result in increased penalties. All fines are payable within 48 hours of imposition.
PLANO, LUKE
HoP on 5/2/2026 SACRAMENTO, CA FINED: $300 INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP YOB 1980 71 IAC 7-3-13(b) While driving No. 1 MAJOR TRIP in race 1 at Hoosier Park on May 2, 2026 driver Luke Plano violated the IHRC whipping rules by using more than minimal wrist and elbow action while whipping in the stretch. For this violation Mr. Plano is fined $300.00 which is due within seven days of this ruling (second offense of the 2026 race meet). Mr. Plano waived his right to a hearing and accepted the penalty.
ANGUS, TYLER C
Nfld on 4/28/2026 SAGAMORE HILLS, OH FINED: $100 INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
Nfld on 4/28/2026 FINED: $100 JOSTLE, STRIKE OR HOOK WHEELS
Nfld on 5/2/2026 FINED: $100 YOB 2002 INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
GINGRAS, YANNICK ALLENTOWN, NJ YOB 1979
YR on 4/15/2026 FINED: $0 DRIVING - 3 DAYS, 5/3/2026 THRU 5/5/2026 HORSE PLACED 8 CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
GRAFFAM, NICHOLAS M FALMOUTH, ME YOB 1990
PRc on 5/5/2026 FINED: $100 SLOW QUARTER/HALF
RHOADES, BILL NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1987
Nfld on 4/19/2026 FINED: $250 PARTICIPATING WITHOUT A VALID LICENSE
RIDEOUT, DOUGLAS J WINCHESTER, IN YOB 1967
HoP on 4/29/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 7 INTERFERENCE/ CAUSING ANOTHER HORSE TO MAKE A BREAK SUGG, KURT D POLK, OH YOB 1969 Nfld on 5/3/2026 FINED: $500 FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS OF A RACING OFFICIAL
WRENN, PETER M
HoP on 5/2/2026 CARMEL, IN FINED: $100 FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
WRENN, RONNIE H JR.
MVR on 5/2/2026 CHAGRIN FALLS, OH FINED: $100 LATE FOR THE BREATH ANALYZER TEST YOB 1986 OSRC 3769-14-22(B), 3769-19-29-A(1). Mr. Wrenn was late for his breath analysis test prior to driving #1 Rose Run Brooke in race 8 on 5/2/26 at MVR. Mr. Wrenn is fined $200, the penalty will be reduced to $100 if not appealed, which is due within 10 days of this ruling. Mr. Wrenn has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.
FAS Rulings for Friday, May 8, 2026
NOTABLES:
HORSEY, CEBA M
Har on 5/4/2026 LAUREL, DE YOB 1976 FINED: $200 FAILURE TO KEEP A LINE IN EACH HAND Mr. Horsey did use the whip in a one handed fashion before the quarter pole. This is a violation of DHRC rule 7.6.13.14.1.2. Mr. Horsey is issued a $200 fine. Taking into consideration, Mr. Horsey`s history of whipping violations, any future violations will receive more severe penalties. Per DHRC rule 10,2,7.6 all fines are do within 10 days of this ruling. Mr. Horsey did sign the waiver of hearing.
IRVINE, BRAD D
PRc on 5/5/2026 MOUNTAINTOP, PA FINED: $250 INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP YOB 1971 USTA Rule 18.00 S18.08 (b)2 and (c)3. On 05/05/2026 at PRC, driver Brad Irvine was observed using other than wrist and elbow action and did not pause after three consecutive strikes while driving No.7 BREWSTER BAKER in Race 3. As a result of the violation Mr. Irvine is fined the sum of $250.00 and is suspended from driving only for one day, 05/07/2026. Subsequent violations of this nature will result in increased penalties. All fines are payable within 48 hours of imposition.
PLANO, LUKE
HoP on 5/2/2026 SACRAMENTO, CA FINED: $300 INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP YOB 1980 71 IAC 7-3-13(b) While driving No. 1 MAJOR TRIP in race 1 at Hoosier Park on May 2, 2026 driver Luke Plano violated the IHRC whipping rules by using more than minimal wrist and elbow action while whipping in the stretch. For this violation Mr. Plano is fined $300.00 which is due within seven days of this ruling (second offense of the 2026 race meet). Mr. Plano waived his right to a hearing and accepted the penalty.
ANGUS, TYLER C
Nfld on 4/28/2026 SAGAMORE HILLS, OH FINED: $100 INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
Nfld on 4/28/2026 FINED: $100 JOSTLE, STRIKE OR HOOK WHEELS
Nfld on 5/2/2026 FINED: $100 YOB 2002 INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
GINGRAS, YANNICK ALLENTOWN, NJ YOB 1979
YR on 4/15/2026 FINED: $0 DRIVING - 3 DAYS, 5/3/2026 THRU 5/5/2026 HORSE PLACED 8 CHANGING COURSE/CAUSING INTERFERENCE
GRAFFAM, NICHOLAS M FALMOUTH, ME YOB 1990
PRc on 5/5/2026 FINED: $100 SLOW QUARTER/HALF
RHOADES, BILL NORTHFIELD, OH YOB 1987
Nfld on 4/19/2026 FINED: $250 PARTICIPATING WITHOUT A VALID LICENSE
RIDEOUT, DOUGLAS J WINCHESTER, IN YOB 1967
HoP on 4/29/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 7 INTERFERENCE/ CAUSING ANOTHER HORSE TO MAKE A BREAK SUGG, KURT D POLK, OH YOB 1969 Nfld on 5/3/2026 FINED: $500 FAILURE TO OBEY THE INSTRUCTIONS OF A RACING OFFICIAL
WRENN, PETER M
HoP on 5/2/2026 CARMEL, IN FINED: $100 FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
WRENN, RONNIE H JR.
MVR on 5/2/2026 CHAGRIN FALLS, OH FINED: $100 LATE FOR THE BREATH ANALYZER TEST YOB 1986 OSRC 3769-14-22(B), 3769-19-29-A(1). Mr. Wrenn was late for his breath analysis test prior to driving #1 Rose Run Brooke in race 8 on 5/2/26 at MVR. Mr. Wrenn is fined $200, the penalty will be reduced to $100 if not appealed, which is due within 10 days of this ruling. Mr. Wrenn has 48 hours to appeal this decision to the OSRC.
Quote from talkinghorse on May 16, 2026, 10:05 PMFAS Rulings for Friday, May 15, 2026
NOTABLES:
CASE, WALTER H JR RICHMOND, ME YOB 1961
Bang on 5/13/2026 FINED: $200 FAILURE TO KEEP BOTH FEET IN THE STIRRUPS
CIOCCA, JOHN JR.
Nfld on 5/2/2026 FIGHTING NORTHFIELD, OH FINED: $1,000 YOB 1993 FULL - 7 DAYS, 5/12/2026 THRU 5/18/2026 Mr. Ciocca Jr engaged in a physical altercation with another person in the paddock after race 15 on 5/2/26. His actions were against the best interest of racing. Mr. Ciocca Jr had a hearing with the judges at Northfield Park on 5/5/26. He is hereby fined $1000 and a 30 day full suspension. The penalty will be reduced to a $1000 fine and a 7 day full suspension if not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-2-26(A) 3769-17-29(5) The fine must be paid by 5/18/26.
HANNERS, AUSTIN B FRANKFORT, OH YOB 1999
ScD on 5/9/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 6 PASSING LANE VIOLATION
HANNERS, LUKE CHILLICOTHE, OH YOB 2000
ScD on 5/8/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 8 TAKE UP ABRUPTLY/SIT DOWN IN FRONT OF HORSES CAUSING CONFUSION AMONG TRAILING HORSES ScD on 5/8/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 3 IMPEDING THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER HORSE
INDOF, JEREMY F BELLE VERNON, PA YOB 1996
Mea on 5/7/2026 FINED: $100 FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
INGRASSIA, JACQUELINE M ALLENTOWN, NJ YOB 1947
PHL on 5/7/2026 FINED: $200 INTERFERENCE/ CAUSING ANOTHER HORSE TO MAKE A BREAK
PAGE, CHRIS L DELAWARE, OH YOB 1983
ScD on 5/7/2026 FINED: $100 INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
ScD on 5/9/2026 FINED: $300 FAILURE TO KEEP BOTH FEET IN THE STIRRUPS
ScD on 5/9/2026 FINED: $500 KICKING A HORSE
RHOADES, BILL
Nfld on 5/2/2026 FIGHTING NORTHFIELD, OH FINED: $1,000 YOB 1987 FULL - 7 DAYS, 5/12/2026 THRU 5/18/2026 Mr. Rhoades engaged in a physical altercation with another person in the paddock after race 15 on 5/2/26. His actions were against the best interest of racing. Mr. Rhoades had a hearing with the judges at Northfield Park on 5/5/26. He is hereby fined $1000 and a 30 day full suspension. The penalty will be reduced to a $1000 fine and a 7 day full suspension if not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-2-26(A)(10) 3769-17-29(5) The fine must be paid by 5/18/26.
WIDGER, SAMUEL D CLARKSVILLE, OH YOB 1963
ScD on 5/7/2026 FINED: $100 COMING TO THE GATE OUT OF POSITION
ScD on 5/9/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 9 JOSTLE, STRIKE OR HOOK WHEELS
ScD on 5/13/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 9 INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
WILDER, W MIKE WASHINGTON, PA YOB 1972
ScD on 5/9/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 5 IMPEDING THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER HORSE
FAS Rulings for Friday, May 15, 2026
NOTABLES:
CASE, WALTER H JR RICHMOND, ME YOB 1961
Bang on 5/13/2026 FINED: $200 FAILURE TO KEEP BOTH FEET IN THE STIRRUPS
CIOCCA, JOHN JR.
Nfld on 5/2/2026 FIGHTING NORTHFIELD, OH FINED: $1,000 YOB 1993 FULL - 7 DAYS, 5/12/2026 THRU 5/18/2026 Mr. Ciocca Jr engaged in a physical altercation with another person in the paddock after race 15 on 5/2/26. His actions were against the best interest of racing. Mr. Ciocca Jr had a hearing with the judges at Northfield Park on 5/5/26. He is hereby fined $1000 and a 30 day full suspension. The penalty will be reduced to a $1000 fine and a 7 day full suspension if not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-2-26(A) 3769-17-29(5) The fine must be paid by 5/18/26.
HANNERS, AUSTIN B FRANKFORT, OH YOB 1999
ScD on 5/9/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 6 PASSING LANE VIOLATION
HANNERS, LUKE CHILLICOTHE, OH YOB 2000
ScD on 5/8/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 8 TAKE UP ABRUPTLY/SIT DOWN IN FRONT OF HORSES CAUSING CONFUSION AMONG TRAILING HORSES ScD on 5/8/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 3 IMPEDING THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER HORSE
INDOF, JEREMY F BELLE VERNON, PA YOB 1996
Mea on 5/7/2026 FINED: $100 FAILURE TO SET AND MAINTAIN A PROPER PACE
INGRASSIA, JACQUELINE M ALLENTOWN, NJ YOB 1947
PHL on 5/7/2026 FINED: $200 INTERFERENCE/ CAUSING ANOTHER HORSE TO MAKE A BREAK
PAGE, CHRIS L DELAWARE, OH YOB 1983
ScD on 5/7/2026 FINED: $100 INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
ScD on 5/9/2026 FINED: $300 FAILURE TO KEEP BOTH FEET IN THE STIRRUPS
ScD on 5/9/2026 FINED: $500 KICKING A HORSE
RHOADES, BILL
Nfld on 5/2/2026 FIGHTING NORTHFIELD, OH FINED: $1,000 YOB 1987 FULL - 7 DAYS, 5/12/2026 THRU 5/18/2026 Mr. Rhoades engaged in a physical altercation with another person in the paddock after race 15 on 5/2/26. His actions were against the best interest of racing. Mr. Rhoades had a hearing with the judges at Northfield Park on 5/5/26. He is hereby fined $1000 and a 30 day full suspension. The penalty will be reduced to a $1000 fine and a 7 day full suspension if not appealed. O.S.R.C.-3769-2-26(A)(10) 3769-17-29(5) The fine must be paid by 5/18/26.
WIDGER, SAMUEL D CLARKSVILLE, OH YOB 1963
ScD on 5/7/2026 FINED: $100 COMING TO THE GATE OUT OF POSITION
ScD on 5/9/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 9 JOSTLE, STRIKE OR HOOK WHEELS
ScD on 5/13/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 9 INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION
WILDER, W MIKE WASHINGTON, PA YOB 1972
ScD on 5/9/2026 FINED: $200 HORSE PLACED 5 IMPEDING THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER HORSE