ROAP Survey
 

Took the survey last night. Very interesting would encourage all to do it.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2018InterferenceSurvey

They show current results at the end and was somewhat surprised at the difference of people's opinions. Not sure why. Maybe it was exposure to different jurisdictions and stewards or something else. I thought I was spot on and think I was only in the majority in one.

That made me think that a solution may not be so much in technical rules, but in appearances. That is what the public sees. Pat C has been very informative in showing what HK does and provides. It is all directed at what the public sees and knows.

I'd like to see ROAP do another survey with more races and get a handle on what the people think. Aside from violations, I don't see it a bad thing to stewards for them to get more in line with what the public perceives as a DQ.

I think this could be done nationally just as the drug testing and track safety standards are being implemented across multiple jurisdictions. It doesn't need government oversight, just a little common sense and cooperation. And maybe a racing org to get involved.

I took it. I think a lot of people see things very differently on this issue.

I took it as well. I voted for all instances to remain as-is ( no DQ's )

However, in the instance on the far turn, I suggested a fine or short suspension for the jockey.

The first instance was iffy, and was the toughest decision.

i also did the survey thanks

That is something missing. A question if the jockey should be reviewed by the stewards for something he/she did, such as wrong side whipping, herding, failure to stay in path, etc. That would be informative on survey too.

I think the most difficult part is public perception. If someone who bet on a horse gets DQ'd they are naturally upset. The person who bets and gets put up are happy. The public who watches very often has a stake in the result. A difficult situation.

However public perception of some sort of consistency across tracks and jurisdictions would go a long way with the public. I'd like to see a race in NY, Cal, KY, Fl all present consistency. I think that would be better for the public.