Australian Jockey Suspended for Punching Horse

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An image of two horse racers competing.

Joshua B., Writer

A 22-year-old Australian Jockey known as Dylan Caboche punched his horse, She’s Reneldasgirl, in the ribs before a race. Due to this horrific act of animal abuse, the jockey received a two-week suspension from horse racing for misconduct.

A TRSA spokesman said, “TRSA does not condone and will not tolerate such behaviour and it is hoped this penalty — which will remain on the rider’s record and will impact his earning ability — will send a strong signal to others.”