The National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa confirms that at an inquiry held in Pietermaritzburg on 24 July 2024, Jockey Craig Zackey was charged with a contravention of Rule 62.2.7.
Jockey Craig Zackey has been suspended for interference (Pic – Candiese Lenferna)
The particulars being that as the rider of French Flame, he failed to ensure that he did not cause interference to Parisian Walkway at the 250m, in Race 2 at Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse on 10 July 2024.
Jockey Zackey pleaded not guilty but was found guilty of the charge.
The Inquiry Board, after considering all factors in mitigation, imposed a penalty of a suspension from riding in races for a period of seven days.
Jockey Zackey was given the Right of Appeal against both the finding and penalty imposed.
- Media release by the NHA on Thursday, 25 July 2024
