HRC takes disciplinary action against jockey and trainer

The Hyderabad Race Club (HRC) has taken disciplinary action against jockey Md. Ismail and trainer S.A. Raza Shehzad for breaching the Rules of Racing following the Hyderabad Monsoon Races held on October 30.The Stewards withdrew the ‘A’ jockey’s licence of Ismail, rider of Aprameya in the Sircilla Plate (Div. I), with effect from November 10, 2026, till March 31, 2027.He was also disqualified until March 31, 2028, after being found guilty of improper practice, dishonest and dishonourable action and fraudulent practice under Rule 202 (i) (vii) of the HRC Rules of Racing.The Stewards also withdrew the ‘A’ trainer’s licence of Shehzad, trainer of Nyanza, from November 19, 2026, to March 31, 2027, for the horse’s inconsistent running besides failing to maintain the prescribed work and veterinary record logbooks. He was also fined ₹20,000 under Rule 202 (XVI). Published - November 10, 2026 08:33 pm IST