Horse trainer Darren Weir's two-year racing ban set to commence
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Horse trainer Darren Weir's two-year racing ban set to commence

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Melbourne Cup-winning horse trainer Darren Weir's penalty for using an electrical device on horses will not be backdated, meaning he will be disqualified from racing until 2026. In July the Victorian Racing Tribunal issued a two-year ban on the renowned trainer after a five-month hearing. Weir admitted to using a banned electrical device known as a jigger on three horses at his Warrnambool stables in 2018, a week before the Melbourne Cup. During a hearing on Monday morning there was a debate on the issue between the Victorian Racing Tribunal, counsel for Racing Victoria stewards and legal representation on behalf of Weir.

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Melbourne-Cup-winning horse trainer Darren Weir cleared of corruption allegations
11 months, 1 week ago

Melbourne-Cup-winning horse trainer Darren Weir cleared of corruption allegations

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In short: The Victorian Racing Tribunal has handed down its findings after Racing Victoria stewards alleged Darren Weir used a jigger on horses intending to corrupt the outcome of the 2018 Melbourne Cup. The Victorian Racing Tribunal has handed down its findings after Racing Victoria stewards alleged Darren Weir used a jigger on horses intending to corrupt the outcome of …

Darren Weir banned for four years after hearing told 'jiggers' were found in bedroom
6 years, 1 month ago

Darren Weir banned for four years after hearing told 'jiggers' were found in bedroom

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Melbourne Cup-winning trainer Darren Weir has been disqualified from racing for four years by Racing Victoria, after a disciplinary hearing was told electric-shock 'jiggers' were found in his bedroom. The charges were laid by Racing Victoria following joint raids with Victoria Police at several properties last week, including Weir's stables near Ballarat and Warrnambool. Born in the town of Berriwillock …

Darren Weir facing four-year ban from horse racing over jigger charges
6 years, 1 month ago

Darren Weir facing four-year ban from horse racing over jigger charges

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Prominent horse trainer Darren Weir is facing a huge hit to his business as owners pull dozens of racehorses from his stables while he faces the threat of a four-year ban from racing. Key points: Weir will not contest the charges laid against him by Racing Victoria He has been banned from racing any horses as a trainer or owner …

Darren Weir, Melbourne Cup-winning horse trainer, released after stable raids
6 years, 2 months ago

Darren Weir, Melbourne Cup-winning horse trainer, released after stable raids

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Police have released Melbourne Cup-winning horse trainer Darren Weir and two other men without charge as they investigate allegations relating to the corruption of betting results and animal cruelty. Key points: Darren Weir is widely regarded as Australia's leading horse trainer Police arrested him and raided his properties as part of an investigation into racing integrity They say they also …

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