THE RULES AND HORSEMAN’S INFORMATION

1. THE EMIRATES RACING AUTHORITY (the “ERA”)

All races in the UAE, including those during the Dubai International Racing Carnival, and the Dubai World Cup and its supporting races, are subject to the ERA Rules of Racing and Instructions (the “Rules”). The Rules are available from the ERA and may be downloaded from the ERA website at www.emiratesracing.com.

All participants in races do so subject to, and take full responsibility for their compliance with, the Rules which contain, amongst other things, provisions relating to Prohibited Substances, the disqualification of horses that have been found to have received them and the punishment of those who administer them.

2. PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES

ERA Instruction 9 states:

The ERA gives notice that the following are Prohibited Substances under the Rules of Racing:

• Substances acting on the blood system
• Substances acting on the cardiovascular system
• Substances acting on the digestive system
• Substances acting on the endocrine system; endocrine secretions and their synthetic counterparts
• Substances acting on the immune system (other than those in licensed vaccines)
• Substances acting on the musculoskeletal system
• Substances acting on the nervous system
• Substances acting on the reproductive system
• Substances acting on the respiratory system
• Substances acting on the urinary system

and shall include, but are not limited to:

• Antihistamines
• Anti-pyretics, analgesics and anti-inflammatory substances
• Cytoxic Substances
• Diuretics
• Local anesthetics
• Masking Agents
• Muscle relaxants
• Respiratory stimulants
• Sex hormones, anabolic agents and corticosteroids
• Substances affecting blood coagulation

NOTES ON PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES:

1. Participants should be aware of the unpredictable and prolonged excretion times of certain Prohibited Substances, such as long-acting anabolic steroids (e.g. Boldenone), long-acting corticosteroids (e.g. methylprednisolone) and procaine from the use of procaine penicillin. It is strongly recommended that participants utilise the pre-race elective sampling program to determine the suitability to race of horses that have been administered any of these substances - see section 4 below.
2. Participants should also be aware that the detection times of many medications can be prolonged and are unpredictable when medications are administered concomitantly (for example, phenylbutazone and flunixin) or given for an extended time. Detection times may also be prolonged by many factors including, but not limited to: dose rate, drug preparation, route of administration, training status and health status of the horse.
3. There is evidence that a number of drugs (such as dipyrone and flunixin), that are excreted in the horse’s urine, can be recycled if the horse eats its bedding (particularly straw).
4. Herbal remedies and medicines, including those obtained over-the-counter, may contain Prohibited Substances. Participants are strongly advised to avoid their use because the constituents of many of these preparations are unlisted or unknown.
5. Erythropoietin (EPO) is a Prohibited Substance and it is the view of the ERA that there is no legitimate place for the use of EPO in racehorses that are in work and racing. Whilst EPO is unlikely to assist performance in racing animals, human recombinant EPO preparations have been shown to cause adverse side effects in horses. Participants are warned that, in the UAE, EPO is only available for clinical use in humans on special authority and that the supply and sale by unauthorised persons is illegal.
6. Participants are reminded that it is an offence to bring onto a racecourse where a meeting is being conducted, any Prohibited Substance or any instrument that could be used to administer a Prohibited Substance to a horse. This includes, but is not limited to, rubbing alcohol, medicated shampoos, liniments,
   syringes, needles and oral dosing devices.
7. Participants should be aware that any drug treatment could potentially cause contamination of stable areas. Strategies to minimise the risk of contamination include:
   • Secure storage of all therapeutic preparations.
   • Therapeutic preparations should be administered by a responsible person and should be recorded in the stable Medication record, according to the provisions of Instruction 24 in the Rules.
   • Personnel handling therapeutic substances should use disposable gloves and wash their hands thoroughly between administrations.
   • Medicated feeds should be prepared separately from un-medicated feeds so as to avoid the possibility of cross-contamination or errors.
   • Where possible, a separate treatment stable should be utilised for each horse under treatment and cleaned thoroughly at the conclusion of each and every course of treatment.
8. Participants from abroad are advised that they should not, under any circumstances, assume that medications permitted in their home country or withdrawal times utilised for Prohibited Substances in their home countries are applicable in the United Arab Emirates.
9. Participants should be aware that they must comply with UAE Customs Controls in relation to prescription medicines, neutraceuticals and medical oral suppliments. If found, these items are liable to be confiscated on import and penalties imposed.
10. As per the conditions laid down in the Dubai Racing Carnival Brochure, horses stabled in Dubai Racing Club facilities will only be permitted medications supplied by Dubai Equine Hospital veterinary surgeons. If a horse has particular medical requirements, the Dubai Racing Club will endeavor to assist, if advance notice is given.

3. THRESHOLD LEVELS

Apart from a small number of certain Prohibited Substances, which are naturally occurring, the UAE is a zero tolerance jurisdiction. Participants are however referred to Instruction 10 in the Rules which sets down the following threshold levels:

ERA Instruction 10 states:
The ERA gives notice that the following substances are also deemed to be Prohibited Substances when present above these thresholds:

• Available carbon dioxide - 36 millimoles per litre in plasma
• Arsenic - 0.3 microgram total arsenic per millilitre in urine
• Cortisol - 1 microgram per millilitre of urine
• Boldenone – 0.015 micrograms free and conjugated boldenone per millilitre in urine from male horses (other than geldings)
• Dimethyl sulphoxide - 15 micrograms per millilitre in urine or 1 microgram per millilitre in plasma
• Estranediol – the mass of free and conjugated 5 -estrane-3 , 17 -diol to the mass of free and conjugated 5(10)-estrene-3 , 17 -diol in urine from male horses (other than geldings) at a ratio of 1
• Hydrocortisone - 1 microgram hydrocortisone per millilitre in urine
• Methoxytyramine – 4 micrograms free and conjugated 3-methoxytyramine per millilitre in urine
• Salicylic acid - 750 micrograms salicylic acid per millilitre in urine or 6.5 microgrammes per millilitre in plasma
• Testosterone - 0.02 microgram free and conjugated testosterone per millilitre in urine from geldings, or 0.055 microgram free and conjugated testosterone per millilitre in urine from fillies and mares (unless in foal)
• Theobromine - 2 micrograms theobromine per millilitre in urine
• Only levels above the thresholds shall be taken as positive

A substance that is a Prohibited Substance shall be deemed to have originated externally and be other than attributable to normal and ordinary feeding if its threshold is exceeded, provided that for an endogenous Prohibited Substance the owner or trainer can request the Authority to examine the horse to determine whether the abnormal level is produced naturally.

PLEASE NOTE: The conjugated substance is the substance that can be liberated from conjugates.

4. PRE-RACE ELECTIVE SAMPLE TESTING

The ERA offers this service which allows ERA-licensed Trainers to determine the suitability for racing of horses which have been treated with legitimate therapeutic medications. Information related to the format, timeframe and cost of the procedure is available from the ERA Veterinary Officer. All costs associated with the testing are to be bourne by the Trainer and the sample given shall be the property of the ERA.

Participants should be aware that, advice from the ERA that a sample, for which a pre-race elective test was requested, is clear of the substance(s), will not absolve trainers from their responsibility to present their horses to race free of any Prohibited Substance.

The ERA reserves the right to conduct other tests on the sample as it deems fit.

Trainers are advised that the testing of samples performed by any laboratory other than the Equine Forensic Unit, CVRL, Dubai, cannot be relied upon for racing in the UAE.

5. VETERINARY TREATMENTS

ERA Instruction 16 states:

All treatments and medication of Horses within 48 hours prior to the time of a Race or within 24 hours of a test or trial are prohibited, except in an emergency situation. In the event that a Horse has been treated in an emergency situation within 48 hours of a Race, trial or test, it is the Trainer’s responsibilty to notify the Stewards as to the nature and details of the treatment as soon as possible.

Prohibited treatments include the giving of all medicines, the administration of fluids in any manner, other than as a drink which the Horse is able to take naturally and the use of physical treatments which would normally be carried out by or under the supervision of a veterinary surgeon, e.g. acupuncture, ultra-sound therapy, laser therapies and hyper-baric oxygen therapy.

The Stewards may order the withdrawal from a Race, test or trial engagement any Horse that has received treatment or medication in contravention to the provisions of Instruction 16.

Further, where it is etablished subsequent to a horse competing in a Race, test or trial that the horse had raced in that Race or participated in that test or trial and had received treatment or medication in contravention to the provisions of Instruction 16, it may be disqualified from that Race or trial, or may be deemed to have failed that test.

A Horse that has been subjected to any form of shock wave therapy shall not be permitted to Race or participate in a test or trial in the seven (7) days following any such treatment.

NOTES ON VETERINARY TREATMENTS:

If a Participant wishes to treat its horse and is unsure whether or not the treatment in question will be permitted, it should forward full details of the treatment (accompanied by manufacturer’s literature if possible) to the Veterinary Officer of the Emirates Racing Authority who will endeavor to assist, but the ultimate responsibility for compliance with the Rules rests with the Participant.

6. MEDICAL RECORDS

ERA Instruction 24 states:

The ERA instructs that all trainers must keep records of all administrations of medications, tonics and treatments to horses in their care. Medical Records must include: name of the horse, name of the product administered, date of administration, route of administration, quantity of the product administered and the
name of the person administering the product, for every administration for every horse (an approved template is available for download from the ERA website). A medical record will be issued to each trainer per horse on arrival.

Trainers must maintain the medical records at their stables for a period of two (2) years and have them available for inspection upon request by ERA Officials at any time. Trainers who fail to maintain medical records or cannot produce the aforementioned records upon request may be punished.

7. VACCINATIONS

ERA Instruction 12 states:

1. No horse may take part in a race run under the Rules of the ERA, unless it is certified by a veterinary surgeon to be correctly vaccinated against Equine Influenza (in accordance with paragraph (ii), (iii) and (iv) below or according to the relevant manufacturer’s schedule submitted to and approved by the ERA).
2. The passport should be endorsed thus by a veterinary surgeon who is neither the owner nor trainer of the horse:
   
   1. That the horse has received (a primary course of vaccination consisting of) two vaccinations given no less than 21 days apart and no more than 92 days apart.
   2. In addition, where sufficient time has elapsed subsequent to the primary vaccinations, the passport must be similarly endorsed to show that the horse has received a booster vaccination no less than 150 days and no more than 215 days after the second vaccination of the primary course of vaccination.
   3. That the horse has received booster vaccinations at intervals of not more than a year apart or such lesser time as the ERA may, in an emergency, decide.
3. A horse which has, in the opinion of a Veterinary Officer, received any vaccination (against equine influenza or other diseases) within seven days prior to the race, will not be permitted to start, unless specifically permitted to do so by the Stewards.
4. In calculating the days, the day of the vaccination is exclusive.
5. Trainers are advised that all ponies brought to a racecourse or official training track must be vaccinated in accordance with the provisions of (ii), (iii) and (iv).

NOTES ON VACCINATIONS:

In addition to Instruction 12, the Quarantine section of this Brochure contains important and binding conditions and requirements related to the import of horses, including import vaccination requirements.

• Please note that both injectable and intranasal vaccines are acceptable for the above purposes.
• Trainers should be aware that the UAE has special import rules in respect of Influenza vaccination, which are over and above ERA requirements. Therefore some horses which comply with the Rules in respect of Influenza vaccination may not meet the UAE import conditions and may require an additional vaccination in order to do so. Early consideration of the Rules and the import requirements should allow vaccinations to be timed so as to comply with both sets of requirements.

8. QUARANTINE

ERA Instruction 13 States:

Any failure to observe a quarantine-related Rule or Instruction issued by the ERA or any quarantine regulations or laws issued by the UAE Ministry of Environment and Water, or other relevant authority, shall be a breach of these Rules and subject to punishment.

Please refer to the Quarantine section of this brochure for more detailed information.

9. SHOEING

ERA Instruction 25 states:

1. For Races on grass or a all-weather surface, no Horse may enter the parade ring or run in shoes which have protrusions from the ground bearing surface in excess of 2mm, as measured from the plane of the ground bearing surface, or in the case of a plate with multiple planes, the height shall be measured from the plane that allows for the maximum total height (eg. Queen’s plate XT).
2. For races on dirt/sand, no Horse shall enter the parade ring or run in shoes that have protrusions from the ground bearing surface on the front hooves in excess of 2mm, as measured from the plane of the ground bearing surface, or in the case of a plate with multiple planes, the height shall be measured from the plane that allows for the maximum total height (e.g. Queen’s Plate XT).
   Protrusions from the ground bearing surface, toe grabs, turn downs, blocks, calkins and stickers are limited to 1/4 inch (7 mm) on the rear hooves.
3. No Horse may race unshod without the prior approval of the Stewards.
4. The use of glue-on shoes is permitted on all surfaces under the following conditions.
   
   1. The shoes are fitted to the satisfaction of the ERA Farrier.
   2. Notification is given to the Registry Office by declaration time of the intention to use or cease using glue-on shoes.
5. Steel training shoes are not permitted in races.
6. The use of any shoes, other than plain shoes in races requires the prior approval of the Stewards. This includes, bar shoes, pads and substances adhering to the sole of the foot and any other shoe of a non-standard design or nature. Applications for approval may be made up to the time of declarations.
7. The heads of nails must not protrude more than 2mm from the surface of the shoes as measured from the plane of the ground bearing surface or in the case of a plate with multiple planes, the height shall be measured from the plane that allows for the maximum total height.
8. Outer rim or outer rim-type shoes are not permitted in races.

For further information, copies of the ERA Rules of Racing, including pictures of approved racing plates, can be obtained free of charge from the ERA or contact FARRIER Quarantine Facilities. Contact Mr. Ian Johnston at +971 50 650 2187.

10. BALLOTING

When any ballot is required involving horses on the same handicap, rating any horse which is in the same ownership as a horse/s which has been included in the field (this includes reserves), shall not be allotted a start to the exclusion of any horse with no common ownership in the race.

Horses that have been subjected to the ballot once in a season shall be exempt from the ballot, where possible, provided that a ballot exemption will be valid for no more than three starts.

Further, in any specified race or race for invited horses, the ERA may determine the final field at its discretion.

Not withstanding all of the above, the Emirates Racing Authority may use its discretion for safety or other reasons in determining the size of any field.

11. SAFETY VESTS

ERA Instruction 3A states:

1. Every Rider shall, when mounted on a horse wear a safety vest of a design approved by the ERA.
2. Any person permitted to use the racecourse area when exercising a horse shall wear a safety vest of a design approved by the ERA.
3. Only safety vests meeting the following standards are approved:
   

   EN13158:2000

   BS EN 13158:2000

   SATRA

4. Visiting Jockeys may, with the prior approval of the Stewards, wear a safety vest which conforms to the Rules and Regulations of the Racing Authority in their country of origin.

12. SAFETY HELMETS

ERA Instruction 3B states:

1. Every Rider shall, when mounted on a horse wear a safety helmet of a design approved by the ERA.
2. Any person permitted to use the racecourse area when exercising a horse shall wear a safety helmet of a design approved by the ERA.
3. Only Safety Helmets meeting the following standards approved by the ERA.
   

   BS EN 1384: 1997

   PAS 015: 1994

   US ASTM F11 63-01

   AS/NZS.3838 2003

4. A visiting Jockey may, with the prior approval of the Stewards, wear a safety helmet which conforms to the Rules and regulations of the Racing Authority in their country of origin.
5. All Riders must fasten chin straps at all times when mounted on a horse.
6. The Rider is responsible for the serviceable condition of the safety helmet, but in the case of an Apprentice, the responsibility lies with his master.

13. WHIPS

ERA Instruction 8 states:

1. All whips used in races must be of a prescribed design and comply with the following measurements:
   
   1. Length not to exceed 68 cm including flap.
   2. Minimum diameter of 1 cm.
   3. Flaps to be not more than 10 cm long and 4 cm wide and a minimum width of 2cm.
2. The Stewards may punish a rider if, in their opinion, he uses his whip:
   to excess,
   or in an improper manner,
   or in the following manner:
   
   1. Hitting of the horse in front of the saddle while the whip is held in the forehand.
   2. Continued hitting of a horse after its chance of winning or being placed is clearly gone.
   3. Unnecessary hitting of a horse that clearly has its race won or has obtained its maximum placing.
   4. Hitting of a horse after the winning post has been reached.
   5. Intentional hitting of a horse other than down the shoulder or on the hind quarters.
   6. Hitting of a horse with excessive force or frequency.
   7. Continuing to hit a horse without having given it a chance to respond.
   8. Hitting a horse with the whip arm extended above shoulder height.
3. If the Stewards are satisfied that riding instructions given by trainers or owners have contributed to a breach of these instructions, then such persons shall be liable to disciplinary action in accordance with Rule 9 (xvi).

The use of spurs in races is strictly forbidden.

14. STARTING GATES

Trainers are advised that if their horse/s require the use of any equipment (e.g. blindfolds, blankets) or any other means to facilitate the loading into the starting gates, they should contact the ERA Starter as soon as possible after arrival to make the necessary arrangements.

Failure to advise the Starter of any requirements may result in requests on Race Night or from Jockeys at the starting gates being declined.

The ERA Starter Mr. Shane Ryan, can be contacted on the following number: +197 50 784 1194.

15. RIDERS – ACCIDENTS

The ERA requires all riders to report immediately to the medical officer on the course (if able to do so) in all cases where they fall or meet with an accident whilst riding in races under the Rules of Racing. Should any Participants require medical assistance as a result of a track work or a stable accident, then the DRC
Quarantine Stables Manager should be contacted as soon as practicably possible.

16. ADVERTISING ON JOCKEY EQUIPMENT

ERA Instruction 27 states:

Except with the permission of the ERA, no advertising in any shape or form is allowed on Riders’ colours or tack. A logo may be used on a set of registered racing colours provided that the design and colour is approved by the ERA.

The size of the logo should be not exceed 150mm x 150mm in dimension. The logo shall be positioned on the chest region only. A logo may also be used on Riders breeches and shall not exceed 150mm x 100mm in dimension.

The ERA reserves the right to rescind or refuse the approval of any logo at any time without assigning a reason. Riders’ breeches are to be embroidered with their name on both sides, in a standard colour and type to be determined by the ERA.

17. MOBILE PHONES – REMAIN ON COURSE

No Jockey within the Jockeys’ room or any other area designated by the Stewards shall, without the permission of the Stewards, use or have in their possession a mobile telephone or any other equipment capable of receiving or transmitting information.

All Jockeys must remain within the precincts of the Jockey room and must obtain permission to leave the racecourse from the Stewards.