MACKAY jockey David Simmons has been suspended for three weeks after an investigation into the fall of fellow jockey Jeffrey Felix at Mackay in July.

Stewards concluded their inquiry before and after the last race at Townsville today (Tuesday).

Simmons who pleaded not guilty to the charge  does not intend to appeal.

Stewards ruled that the penalty is normally a month suspension. But in view of his good riding record  he was given three e weeks.

 Stewards acceded to the request by  Simmons to call Rockhampton jockey Alisha Taylor who gave evidence  on a telephone hook-up.

Simmons is to marry Tracey Manzelmann, sister of top Mackay trainer John  on November 10.

“I come back in a week before the wedding.”

STORY COURTESY OF TERRY BUTTS OF THE NORTH QUEENSLAND REGISTER.