Uncovering the Hidden Stories of HISA Rulings

Resolved ADMC Violations

In the past few weeks, several significant ADMC violations have come to light. On 12/03/2024, Jesus Esquivel, a trainer, faced penalties for a medication violation involving the use or attempted use of a Class C controlled medication on Sassy Walker and Abitibi during the race period. This led to the disqualification of the covered horse's race results, including the forfeiture of all purses and other compensations. A fine of $500 was also imposed, along with the imposition of 1.5 Penalty Points.

Similarly, on 11/26/2024, Angel Quiroz, another trainer, was penalized for a medication violation on Beautiful Astray during the race period. The same set of penalties - disqualification of race results, fine, and penalty points - was applied.

On 11/21/2024, Eduardo Rodriguez, the trainer, had to face the consequences of a medication violation for the presence of Phenylbutazone - a controlled substance (Class C) - in a sample taken from Problematica, which won at Fanduel Sportsbook and Horseracing on 10/17/24.

Pending ADMC Violations

As of 12/03/2024, there are several pending vets' list medication violations. Eduardo Caramori, a trainer, is facing a pending violation for the presence of Acepromazine - a controlled substance (Class B) - in a sample taken from Odorico on 10/29/24.

Danny Morales, another trainer, has a pending vets' list medication violation for the presence of Acepromazine in a sample taken from Big Event on 10/25/24.

Shane Meyers, the trainer, is awaiting a decision on a pending medication violation for the use or attempted use of a Class C controlled medication on Andy Cant during the race period.

Christophe Clement, the trainer, has a pending medication violation for the presence of Flunixin - a controlled substance (Class C) - in a sample taken from Gal in a Rush, who finished third in the G2 Presque Isle Downs Masters S. on 9/20/24.

David Baker, the trainer, is facing a pending medication violation for the presence of Mepivacaine - a controlled substance (Class B) - in a sample taken from Mars Magic, which won at Ferndale on 9/7/24.

Thomas Pierce Jr., the trainer, has a pending medication violation for the presence of Clenbuterol - a banned substance except in certain circumstances - in a sample taken from Angel's Shadows, which won at Albuquerque on 9/2/24.

Timothy Tompkins, the trainer, is awaiting a decision on a pending vets' list medication violation for the presence of Detomidine - a controlled substance (Class B) - in a sample taken from Sweet Carol James on 10/29/24.

Librado Barocio, the trainer, has a pending vets' list medication violation for the presence of Phenylbutazone - a controlled substance (Class C) - in a sample taken from Canani on 10/27/24.

Francisco Rodriguez, the trainer, is facing a pending medication violation for the presence of Methocarbamol - a controlled substance (Class C) - in a sample taken from Wrong Direction, which was third at Pleasanton on 10/19/24.

On 11/27/2024, Jorge Maravilla, the trainer, has a pending vets' list medication violation for the presence of Phenylbutazone and Methocarbamol - both controlled substances (Class C) - in a sample taken from Duplication on 10/27/24.

Alfredo Marquez, the trainer, is awaiting a decision on a pending medication violation for the presence of Phenylbutazone - a controlled substance (Class C) - in a sample taken from My Kathryn Rose, which won at Santa Anita on 10/19/24.

Roderick Rodriguez, the trainer, has a pending medication violation for the presence of Phenylbutazone - a controlled substance (Class C) - in a sample taken from Bernardo's Legacy, which won at Gulfstream Park on 10/26/24.

On 11/22/2024, Moshe Mark, the owner, is facing a pending vets' list medication violation for the presence of Omeprazole - a controlled substance (Class C) - in a sample taken from Chocolate Shake on 10/17/24.

Juan Aguirre, the trainer, has a pending medication violation for the presence of Omeprazole - a controlled substance (Class C) - in a sample taken from Future Flay, which finished sixth at Mahoning Valley on 10/19/24.

Violations of Crop Rule

The HISA rulings website is currently facing technical difficulties, and a possible fix is expected by mid-December, according to a HISA spokesperson. This highlights the importance of ensuring the smooth functioning of such platforms to provide timely and accurate information.