| (a) A leading horse in a race around a turn is entitled to
any part of the course; however, when another horse is attempting to pass
in a clear opening, the leading horse may not impede the passing horse by
crossing over so as to compel the passing horse to shorten its stride. A leading
horse in a straightaway race must maintain a course as nearly as possible
in the lane in which it starts.
(b) A horse may not interfere with or cause another horse to
lose stride, lose ground, or lose position in a part of the race where the
horse interfered with loses the opportunity to place where the horse might
be reasonably expected to finish.
(c) The stewards may disqualify a horse who interferes with
another horse in violation of this section and may place the horse behind
the horse interfered with.
(d) The stewards shall display the inquiry sign on the tote
board immediately on observing possible interference.
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