Wednesday, 14 October 2026 15:49

Ruling H109-2026

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - October 14, 2026

In the opinion of the Board of Judges, OWNER/TRAINER/DRIVER, JAMES DAVID JUNGQUIST, PERM. ADD.: CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B.: OCTOBER 11,1978, did violate HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 458(2)(a)(ii)(c)(ii); At any time while on the grounds of an Association, it is a violation of the Rules for a driver, or the person in control of the horse, to engage in any of the following actions with respect to their driving conduct:excessive action, which is characterized by unreasonable quantity or degree, including using the whip continuously and/or without allowing the horse time to respond; At any time while on the grounds of an Association, the whip shall only be used for safety purposes and for very light encouragement. The only movement allowed to encourage a horse is a movement of the wrist. It is a violation of the Rules for a driver, or the person in control of the horse, to use the whip to hit or make contact with the horse as follows: to use more than acceptable wrist action; while driving #6 “HES STILL WATCHING” in Race 4, Saturday, October 10, 2026.

PENALTY: JAMES DAVID JUNGQUIST is hereby FINED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

(If fine remains unpaid after ten (10) days from its imposition, any licence held by the participant shall be suspended until the fine is paid in full, unless the Board of Judges otherwise directs.)

Additional Info

  • Ruling #: H109-2026
  • Ruling Date: Wednesday, 14 October 2026
  • Involving: James David Jungquist
  • Infraction: Misuse of the whip
  • Judgement: Fined $100 (first offence)
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