Why was Christophe Soumillon banned? Royal Ascot stewards cite move that helped Gstaad | International Sports News - The Times of India
Royal Ascot was hit by controversy on the opening day after jockey Christophe Soumillon received an eight-day ban for a ride that stewards believed helped stablemate Gstaad in the St James’s Palace Stakes. Ryan Moore was also suspended for three days for careless riding earlier in the race.