A 25-1 shot, the David Johnson-owned Go Commercial was beaten about 50 lengths in eighth place behind Millennium Hall.

Monteith, who saddled Touch Of Ivory to win later on the same card, said: “I shall have to speak to the boss Mr. Johnson and it will be his decision really.

“I stand by what I said. At the end of the day if Timmy had hit the horse harder and ridden it out he could have been sixth and not eighth. That’s what we are talking about.

“Timmy rides very quietly and he does a lot what you can’t see. He got hold of the horse and was riding it but he’s quiet and motionless.

“He’s got the best out of the horse and he’s not abused it. To my mind I’ve got to make sure the horse is not knocked around or damaged – I have to look after the horse’s welfare.

“The stewards want every horse ridden out and the stick raised. That’s what it’s about. Timmy said he’d hit them if I wanted him to.

“It spoilt a good day. I think it’s excessive. The horse is fine – he’s got a 40-day holiday.”

Murphy is also yet to decide whether he will launch an appeal.

“I don’t know yet – I’ve not spoken to anyone about it” he said.

Murphy’s agent Chris Broad added: “He’s taking advice. Obviously he’s not very happy with it.

“He’s retained by Mr Johnson and no doubt all those concerned will have a look at it and put their heads together.”