Santa Anita 1st

[NTamm1215]

In the opener at SA Gomez is riding a 4/5 shot who is quickly approaching the leaders at the top of the stretch. He needs a place to go so he boldly shoves his mount into a tight spot between the 3rd and 4th horse. He completely knocks the 6 horse off stride. The 6 ends up running 3rd and there's a legitimate case for him being cost a placing.

Of course, there's an inquiry and the result stands. I had no dog in the fight but I can't imagine that being an infraction that's allowable across the board.

NT