Rory Button was handed the fine by the Racing Appeals and Disciplinary Board on Friday after pleading guilty to a charge of misconduct, improper conduct or unseemly behaviour.
Subsequent to Cosmic Lights’ late scratching from a race at Flemington on August 5 on veterinary advice, Button, who is in the ownership of the gelding, recorded a voice message which was sent to a number of licensed people including Baster who was due to ride the horse.
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