test

SARGA.CO—In a racing class, it’s not uncommon for a stable to enter more than one horse at a time. But what are the official rules according to PORDASI? Here’s a complete explanation.

For example, the registration period for participants is determined based on the official invitation letter or technical guidelines issued by the Race Commission as the organizer.

Suppose there are special circumstances that require changes to the provisions stated in the invitation letter. In that case, the Race Commission must provide written notice no later than two weeks before the race begins.

Every participant wishing to compete must submit their participation through an official registration form provided by the Race Commission. By signing the form, each participant is deemed to have agreed to all regulations applicable during the event.

Registration can only be carried out by the respective trainer. However, if the trainer is unable to attend, they may appoint a representative through a written power of attorney.

After the registration period closes, the list of participants will be submitted to the Steward Board for approval. If additional entries are submitted after this stage, the Steward Board has the authority to determine whether to accept them.

If two different trainers register a horse, its participation will be suspended until an official clarification regarding its management is submitted to the Race Commission. Therefore, each registration must also include valid horse identification documents.

Horse naming is another key consideration during registration. If a name has been used previously, the new owner must add a Roman numeral suffix, such as “(horse name) II.”

The name becomes official after approval by the Race Commission based on a recommendation from the Horse Registration Bureau (BRK) of PORDASI’s Central Board. Once the race draw has been conducted, no further name changes are allowed.

However, ownership changes may still be made before the race begins—provided that the owner submits written documentation of the change to the Steward Board.

If approved, the Steward Board must announce the change during the event.

As long as no unfair play is involved, registering multiple horses in the same racing class is valid—provided all horses qualify through the preliminary stages.

Danang added that such practices are also common internationally.

“It’s quite common abroad. It’s part of a team’s strategy, for instance, to create a pace maker,” he explained.

From a competitive standpoint, this approach is both clever and risky. On one hand, the stable has a higher probability of winning. 

On the other hand, it increases operational costs and may affect the stable’s reputation if one of the horses underperforms.

According to the same source, in the UK, some race organizers allow multi-entry—a practice where a single stable (or owner/trainer) fields more than one horse in the same class or race. However, such regulations require full transparency of the stable’s strategy to the Steward Board before the race begins.

In essence, as long as there is transparency and no manipulation, the practice is acceptable and not considered a violation.

Ultimately, the strategy of entering multiple horses in one class is not prohibited, as long as it is conducted honestly and in accordance with PORDASI’s rules.

This tactic can be part of a legitimate team strategy to boost winning potential and reflect the depth of a stable’s training and horse management quality.

Nevertheless, transparency remains crucial. As long as all parties uphold sportsmanship and are open about their strategies, competitions will remain fair and continue to embody the true spirit of horse racing.

Want more insights on horse racing? Follow us on Instagram (@sarga.co), 𝕏 (@sarga_co), TikTok (@sarga.co), YouTube (Sarga.Co), Facebook (Sarga.co), and visit news.sarga.co