Irish Racing Calendar, 14th March 2013
A.J. McNamara, trainer of Fitzcarraldo, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Wednesday 6th March that his charge has had a wind operation since his last run at Limerick on 23rd January 2013.
Downpatrick Meeting, 6th March 2013
42A Martinstown Opportunity Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed J.S. McGarvey, rider of The Crafty Butcher, placed third, concerning his use of the whip in this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that J.S. McGarvey was in breach of Regulation 10 3 (f) and (g) in that he used the whip with excessive force and frequency and with his arm above shoulder height.
Having taken his good record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for two race days (21st and 23rd March).
S.A. Shortall, rider of Gentle Aussie, trained by A.J. Martin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount jumped cautiously in the early stages before staying on past beaten horses in the latter stages.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Gentle Aussie was found to be lame on his near fore post race. Samples were taken for analysis.
042B Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Mares Maiden Hurdle & Andrew J. McNamara, rider of En Suite, trained by Miss Clare Louise Cannon, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung badly off the track and was therefore pulled up.
042C New Season New Look Novice Handicap Hurdle & D.N. Russell, rider of Shattered Dream, trained by Gordan Elliott, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung left throughout this race.
042D Square One Bar, Dromara Handicap Hurdle & F. Oakes, trainer of Strut In Style, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Monday 11th March that his charge scoped badly post race.
042E Bet With The Bookies Handicap Steeplechase & E.J. O’Connell, rider of Breeze With Ease, trained by J.J. Lambe, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was found to have a burst blood vessel post race. This was confirmed to the Stewards by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer.
042F Shabra Charity Foundation Hunters Steeplechase & Mr. B. O’Neill, rider of Not Before Eight, trained by D.M. Christie, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was found to be lame in front post race. This was confirmed to the Stewards by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer.
Mr. B.G Crawford, rider of Onefortheroad Mac, trained by S.R.B. Crawford, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a bad mistake at the first fence and never travelled thereafter.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Onefortheroad Mac was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.
042G Ballyalton I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards interviewed Mr D. O’Connor, rider of The Job Is Right (GB), placed second, concerning his use of the whip in this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that Mr O’Connor was in breach of Regulation 10 3(g) in that he had used his whip with his arm above shoulder height.
Having taken his record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for three race days.
Clonmel Meeting, 7th March 2013
The Stewards fined the following trainer in respect of his non-runner:-
Paul John Gilligan for Gold Spark (Withdrawn by Order of the Stewards – passport irregularity) - €130.
043B Lisronagh Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards requested a report from Miss Elizabeth Doyle, trainer of the winner Glen Beg, regarding the apparent improvement in form of her charge compared with the horse’s recent form.
The trainer’s representative reported that the horse disappointed on her first run over hurdles, having made a bad mistake. Regarding today’s improved performance, the representative reported that it could be attributed to the application of cheekpieces and the change to more positive riding tactics.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.
B.J. Geraghty, rider of Spot Fine (GB), trained by M.F. Morris, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not act on today’s ground.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Spot Fine (GB), was found to be post race normal.
A.E. Lynch, rider of Up Sluggarh, trained by D.E. Fitzgerald, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount weakened quickly in this race.
043D Comeragh Handicap Hurdle & Patrick O. Brady, trainer of Icy Cool, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Monday 11th March that S. Crimin (the horse’s rider) reported to him that the animal made a noise in running. Mr Brady also reported that the animal had a wind operation that day.
043F Martinstown Opportunity Handicap Steeplechase & D.J. Bates, rider of Franchoek, trained by Edward P. Harty, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was unable to go the pace leaving the back straight. He said that he considered pulling the horse up on the ground, but the animal then stayed on past beaten horses in the straight.
Patrick O. Brady, trainer of Shabra Charity, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Monday 11th March that M. Bowes (the horse’s rider) reported to him that the animal gurgled in running and felt it may have been because of the ground conditions.
Dundalk Meeting, 8th March 2013
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of riders at this meeting:-
P.J. Smullen replaced E.J. McNamara on Cheherazad, trained by V.C. Ward (Race 5) Injured.
P.J. Smullen replaced E.J. McNamara on Burn The Boats, trained by G.M. Lyons (Race 7) Injured.
044A BWG Foods Handicap & E.J. McNamara, rider of Marvelous James, trained by G.M. Lyons, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount reared on leaving the stalls and unseated him.
044B Family Value Race & The Stewards received a report from W. Fleming, Turf Club Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that G.F. Carroll, rider of Nomoneynohoney, placed fifth, weighed in more than one and a half pounds above the correct weight after this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that G.F. Carroll was in breach of Rule 231 in that he weighed in more than one and a half pounds above the correct weight.
Having taken his record into account, the Stewards therefore cautioned him as to his future responsibilities in this regard.
044C Your Local Value Centre Handicap & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Shake The Bucket, trained by Niall Madden, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.
044D(i) Chefs Kitchen Handicap (Division One) & The Stewards received a report from W. Fleming, Turf Club Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that C.P. Hoban, rider of Catch A Peach, unplaced, weighed in more than one and a half pounds above the correct weight after this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that C.P. Hoban was in breach of Rule 231 in that he weighed in more than one and half pounds above the correct weight.
Having taken his record into account, the Stewards therefore cautioned him as to his future responsibilities in this regard.
The Stewards enquired into an incident in the home straight involving Right Divine, ridden by M.C. Hussey, Tamujin, ridden by W.M. Lordan, and Coco Bella, ridden by R.P. Whelan, all unplaced, after it appeared that Coco Bella suffered interference and had to check.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that any interference caused was accidental in nature and they therefore took no further action.
044E XL Handicap & Philip M Byrne, trainer of Charismas Birthday, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge was showing signs of being in season post race.
044E BWG Foodservice Race & The Stewards informed G.M. Lyons, trainer of Burn The Boats, that his charge would have to be re-certified before being declared to run from stalls again.
Gowran Park Meeting, 9th March 2013
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting:-
Miss J. Mangan replaced Ms. N. Carberry on Rockdown, trained by Gordan Elliott (Race 7) Stewards Permission.
The Stewards granted permission for hurdle number four (the last in the back straight) to be omitted in all hurdle races on today’s programme in the interest of safety due to ground conditions.
045B Great Oak Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Line View, ridden by B. Hayes, and trained by James Daniel Dullea.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence B. Hayes stated that his instructions were to settle his mount at the back of mid division. He said that the horse ran very free throughout and he dropped him out to last place in an attempt to settle him. He said that the horse made up his ground gradually leaving the back straight, past beaten horses. He concluded by saying that the horse emptied after the final hurdle and with a more positive ride would have stopped sooner. He was satisfied that the horse had achieved his best possible placing.
In his evidence the trainer confirmed the instructions and stated that he was satisfied with the ride. He did, however, initially feel that the ground should have been made up earlier. He added that the horse is very ground dependant and needs good going. The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer who stated that Line View was found to be post race normal.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered, while they severely cautioned B. Hayes to be seen to make more of an effort in future.
Mr. S.J. Craig, rider of Bunsen Burner trained by A.J. Martin, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount did not act on the ground and made a respiratory noise in running.
045E Support Kilkenny G.A.A. Raceday on 23rd March At Gowran Park Beginners Steeplechase & The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Minella For Value, ridden by J.R. Barry, and trained by John J. Nallen.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned and from Patrick Doodey representing the trainer.
In his evidence J.R. Barry stated that his instructions were to ride the horse handily in fifth or sixth place and to go the shortest way around. He said that the horse jumped and travelled well throughout but started to make a respiratory noise leaving the back straight, which became progressively worse in the straight. He concluded by stating that he nudged the horse out hands and heals after the final obstacle.
In his evidence Patrick Doodey confirmed the instructions and stated that he was satisfied with the ride. He added that the horse did make a respiratory noise in his last race at Fairyhouse and may have a wind problem. The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer which stated that Minella For Value was found to be post race normal.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that both the trainer and rider were in breach of Rule 212 as the horse was not let run on its merits and the rider failed to take all reasonable and permissible measures to attain his best possible placing.
Having taken their records in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended J.R. Barry for 21 race days (23rd, 24th, 28th and 31st March, 1st, 2nd, 4th, 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 16th, 19th, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th and 30th April and 2nd May) and ordered him to forfeit his riding fee. Mr. Nallen was fined €4000, through his representative, and Minella For Value was suspended for 60 days.
Furthermore, the Stewards were of the opinion that the trainer was in breach of Rule 213 having failed to report that the horse made a respiratory noise at Fairyhouse. The Stewards therefore referred this matter to the Referrals Committee.
Naas Meeting, 10th March 2013
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting:-
R.M. Power replaced Mr. S. Waley Cowen on Oscar Time, trained by M.M. Lynch (Race 6) Stewards Permission.
046C Naas Supporters Handicap Hurdle & B.M. Cash, rider of Talbot Road trained by A.L.T. Moore, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a bad mistake at the fourth last hurdle and did not benefit from the slow early pace.
046D Smullen Transport Supporting Naas GAA Beginners Steeplechase & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. C. McBratney, trainer of the winner Hidden Future, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared with the horse’s recent form.
The trainer reported that his charge disappointed at Navan last time on his handicap debut. He added that the horse made a bad mistake in the early stages of that Navan race and was subsequently hampered by fallers and lost his confidence thereafter. Mr. McBratney concluded by saying that today’s slightly better ground and more efficient jumping had helped his charge return to form.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Johannisberger, trained by Noel Meade, was found to be clinically abnormal post race.
Niall P. Madden, rider of EL Mondo, trained by Niall Madden, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was held up and got close to a few fences before staying on in the straight.
046E Woodlands Park 100 Club Leinster National Handicap Steeplechase & D.J. Condon, rider of Tarquinius (FR), trained by Gordan Elliott, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a mistake at the first fence and ran very flat thereafter. He also reported that his mount would prefer softer ground.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Tarquinius was found to be post race normal.
046G Tipper Road (Pro/Am) I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards fined A.L.T. Moore, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Mitebeall Forluck (GB) in which the vaccinations did not conform with the provisions of Rule 91. The Stewards allowed the horse to run on receipt of the trainer’s written assurance that the vaccinations were in order.