In the event there is a review by the Stewards, use of the riding crop may be deemed appropriate in the following circumstances:

1. (1) To keep a horse in contention or to maintain a challenging position prior to what would be considered the closing stages of a race,
2. (2) To maintain a horse’s focus and concentration,
3. (3) To correct a horse that is noticeably hanging,
4. (4) To assure the horse maintains a straight course, or
5. (5) Where there is only light contact with the horse.