The appellant, a thoroughbred trainer, appealed a stewards' ruling fining him $1,500 for racing a horse without its required blinkers.
The trainer claimed the horse went berserk in the paddock and he was unaware the blinkers were not on until the horse was at the post.
The Ontario Racing Commission dismissed the appeal, finding the trainer had ample opportunity to notify officials of the equipment issue.
The Commission further determined the appeal was frivolous and imposed an additional $250 fine.
