James McDonald is seeking a lower penalty imposed upon him for placing a bet on the horse Astern, he will now go to the Racing Appeals Tribunal.

He has ruined a prestigious and a lucrative career for a mere few dollars that he will regret for the remainder of his life.

Whilst his initial appeal was dismissed, it was not unanimous, with the Chairman disagreeing with the fellow members of the panel that heard that appeal.

If the appeal favours suspension, in preference to disqualification, McDonald would be permitted to ride track work and partake riding in barrier trials.

Whether he would be exonerated by his employer, Shelkh Mohmmed, only time will tell.