The Australian Racing Forensic Laboratory (ARFL) has advised HRNSW that phenylbutazone and oxyphenbutazone have been detected in the urine sample taken from THE SYSTEM STRIDE following its win in race 9, the St Marys Band Club Encouragement Stakes (2125 metres) conducted at Penrith on Thursday 12 March 2015.

The “B” sample has been confirmed by Racing Analytical Services LTD (RASL) in Victoria.

Trainer Mr R. Gatt has been advised and HRNSW will continue its investigation into this sample irregularity and an inquiry will be conducted in due course.

Acting under the provisions of Rule 183A, it has been determined that THE SYSTEM STRIDE, the horse subject of the certificate, shall not be nominated or compete in any race until the outcome of an inquiry or investigation. This has immediate effect.

Harness Racing New South Wales