Download 5.72 MB A Tasmanian harness racing trainer and driver is being sanctioned by the sport for not carrying a whip. Gavin Kelly, with 116 races under his belt, says he's being forced to carry a whip during races 'for his own safety.' Kelly says he refuses to carry or use a whip because they are not necessary, and more, painful for the animal. He is now fighting a $1000 fine, but risks being forced out of horse racing altogether. Duration: 12min 30sec