Jockey Tommy Berry and disqualified trainer John O’Shea deny any wrongdoing after appearing before stewards investigating potential breaches of O’Shea’s trainer ban. All three outlets report that, during the inquiry, both men address calls made while the ban was in effect, stating the contact was connected to welfare checks rather than any attempt to circumvent the prohibition.
The stewards’ inquiry focuses on whether the communications and related activities during the period of the ban were improper under racing rules. Berry and O’Shea maintain that their actions were lawful and limited to ensuring appropriate care and monitoring, not managing or working in a prohibited capacity.
While the outlets agree on the core claims made by Berry and O’Shea at the inquiry, they do not provide further findings or penalties in the material provided. The reports indicate the matter is being assessed through the stewards’ process following the alleged rule concerns.
