Victorian greyhound trainer Jacob Biddell to face GRV over Jamie Kah saga
In a recent turn of events, a new investigation has been instigated by Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) after images surfaced on social media depicting prominent jockey Jamie Kah alongside a white powder.
Kah was photographed in the company of young Victorian greyhound trainer Jacob Biddell, and another unidentified individual.
This probe follows closely on the heels of Kah's announced return to racing subsequent to a high-speed fall.
GRV is scrutinising Biddell for possible infractions of racing regulations, marking the second such inquiry into the matter.
Andrew Holmes, the spokesperson for GRV, elaborated on the forthcoming steps.
He explained that the organisation's integrity unit is slated to engage with Biddell in the ensuing days after being alerted to the images.
The integrity department will endeavour to gather pertinent facts and data prior to reaching a decision on whether Biddell violated any racing rules.
Holmes added that determining whether an offence has occurred would ultimately fall to the Integrity Commissioner.
For his part, Biddell, on Saturday, published a brief statement requesting respect for his privacy and stating he would not be making any further comments on the matter.
“I will also not be making a statement or any comments. Please respect my privacy and please stop contacting me,” Biddell's post said.
Jacob Biddell is a former thoroughbred trackwork jockey who took up greyhound training only recently, and trains his team from Kah's Somerville property.
Biddell made headlines in June 2022 when he trained his first winner with Teflon Tears.
Kah, a significant figure in Victorian horse racing, is also expected to face questioning by Racing Victoria (RV) integrity officers.
The investigation seeks to ascertain whether there have been potential violations of racing rules, including potentially causing disrepute to the sport.
The Australian Rules of Racing stipulate that jockeys can be tested for illicit drugs, but these tests are only conducted on race and trial days and during trackwork, according to a Racing Victoria information sheet.
In a statement released on Friday, Kah expressed her commitment to focus on her physical health and recovery.
She expressed her resolve to return to her passion of being a successful jockey.
How does everyone keep forgetting that Kah is a registered person at Greyhound Racing Victoria and Biddell is a registered track rider? A track rider is riding horses high? Great look for the industry.