The five Victorian-based trainers charged after positive cobalt tests have been asked to testify as to why they should be allowed to continue training, according to Racing and Sports.
Peter Moody, Mark Kavanagh, Danny O'Brien, and the partnership of Lee and Shannon Hope will face Racing Victoria stewards July 29 to explain why they should not be suspended. Hearing dates for the Hopes are set for Oct. 15, 16 and 19. Dates have not yet been set for the former three.
Trainer Darren Smith was suspended 15 years for cobalt positives, with an appeal turned down this week. Sydney-based trainer Sam Kavanagh, son of Mark Kavanagh, is also embroiled in the scandal, and he faces 24 charges with a hearing set for next month. Veterinarian Tom Brennan of the Flemington Equine Clinic is involved in the cases in both jurisdictions, and this week agreed to stand down from practicing on racehorses pending the outcome of his hearing and charges.
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