The Stewards have approved the application of Jockey W Buick to withdraw his appeal against the penalty of suspension from riding in races from 17 December 2018 to 27 January 2019 and a fine of $20,000 imposed by the Racing Stewards on 9 December 2018 for breaching Rule of Racing 100 (1). Jockey Buick was advised that the appeal deposit lodged by him would be returned.