Quinn only succeeds in reducing ban English trainer Mick Quinn`s hopes of an immediate resumption to his career were dashed at a hearing of the Jockey Club`s appeal board at Portman Square today.Former football star Quinn had attempted to overturn a ban he received in June which stopped him reapplying for his licence until January 1, 2004.But after today`s inquiry - although he had the punishment reduced by a year - he will still not be able reapply for his licence for another 17 months.Quinn, who trained for four years at Sparsholt, was found in breach of Rule 51 in that the overall condition of three horses in his care 'fell below that expected of a licensed trainer'.Quinn admitted the offence at the original hearing and had expected a heavy fine but was stunned when he learned he had been banned for two and a half years, which prompted today`s appeal.Last winter a local woman complained to the RSPCA that three of his horses - Zola, Winsome George and Arab Gold - were in an emaciated condition in apaddock a mile from his stables. Quinn was abroad on holiday at the time.The RSPCA contacted the Jockey Club, who then held an inquiry on June 28th which resulted in Quinn`s suspension and the withdrawal of his license on July 6th.After deliberations went on for over three hours it was announced that Quinn`s ban had been reduced to 18 months and that he would be able to reapply for his licence on January 1st 2003.
