Out of competition testing

Following the endless commitment to fight against the use of illegal substances, Harness Racing New South Wales collected over 40 samples from horses around Bathurst on Monday. Samples were taken at stables and from horses competing at the Bathurst trials.

HRNSW Chief Executive John Dumesny confirmed the controlling body would continue to provide confidence to participants and punters using a number of different strategies.

"HRNSW will continue to implement strong equine drug control procedures to ensure that all horses are competing on their merits. The integrity of the sport is crucial to its success and all stakeholders should be confident in the strategies being taken," Mr Dumesny said.

Greg Hayes