Racing Victoria (RV) Stewards have received a report from Racing Analytical Services Limited (RASL) confirming that a prohibited substance has been detected in a sample collected from the Austy Coffey-trained racehorse, Burrum’s Buzz.
The report relates to a post-race urine sample taken from Burrum’s Buzz following its win in the Hygain Maiden Plate over 1200 metres at Swan Hill Racecourse on 23 September 2016.
RASL reported that the sample contained Caffeine and its metabolite Theophylline, which are central nervous system stimulants and are prohibited substances in accordance with the Australian Rules of Racing.
RV Stewards initially informed Mr Coffey of the irregularity on 28 October 2016. They have now advised Mr Coffey of the confirmatory findings and that they are continuing their investigation.