Irish Racing Calendar, 18th April 2013
The following trainers were fined €200 in each case for the non-notification of a Veterinary Certificate in accordance with the provision of Rule 194 (v) (vi):- Gordon Elliott for Shattered Dream (stiff) at Fairyhouse on 2nd April and F. Flood for Sheelys Creek (sore shins) at Fairyhouse on 2nd April.
Gowran Park Meeting, 8th April 2013
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting:-.
G.P. Halpin rode The Alarm Clock (reserve), trained by Noel Meade (Race 3).
072A Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Maiden & John Patrick Shanahan, trainer of Scotland Forever, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that the saddle slipped on his charge in the early stages of this race.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Hue And Cry (GB), trained by David Wachman, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be coughing post race.
072B Follow Gowran Park On Facebook Handicap & The Stewards enquired into the fact that J. A. Heffernan, rider of Burnt Sienna, trained by Mr. John Joseph Murphy, had used a mobile phone in the parade ring prior to the running of this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned.
In his evidence the rider admitted the offence and stated that he was receiving riding instructions from Mr Murphy who was not present at today’s meeting and who had not relayed any instructions to his Authorised Representative. J.A. Heffernan apologised for his actions.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards cautioned the rider concerning his obligation to comply with the Instruction R16 which pertains to the use of mobile phones.
The Stewards enquired into an incident soon after the start of this race involving the winner Morning With Ivan, ridden by K.J. Manning, Burnt Sienna, ridden by J.A. Heffernan, placed second, Henry Higgins, ridden by D.P. McDonogh, placed fourth, Lake Louise, ridden by W.M. Lordan, placed fifth, Connacht Control, ridden by S.B. Kelly, and Blue Ale, ridden by C. O’Donoghue, both unplaced.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that the incident was caused by K.J. Manning being in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly. The Stewards therefore severely cautioned him.
F.M. Berry, rider of Newberry Hill, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount may not have handled today’s ground.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Newberry Hill at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
072C Kilkenny Handicap & M.M. Monaghan, rider of Enough Is Enough, trained by P. Meany, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled in this race.
Patrick Meaney, trainer of Enough Is Enough, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries at Gowran Park on 9th April, that his charge was found to be in season post race.
072E Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Maiden & G.F. Carroll, rider of Orgilgo Bay, trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was taken on for the lead in the early stages and weakened quickly in the straight.
J.L. Hassett, trainer of Better Value, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge made a respiratory noise in running.
072G Thomastown Maiden & The Stewards received a report from the W. Fleming, Turf Club Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that S.J. Hassett, rider of Nurse Ryan, placed fourth, weighed in 3.6 lbs overweight after this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that he was riding at his lightest possible weight and had shed weight to ride today. He added that he had a cup of tea and a small drink after weighing out and was unable to account for the amount of overweight recorded.
Evidence was also heard from Martin Hassett, trainer of Nurse Ryan. In his evidence Mr Hassett stated that he saddled his charge with the exact tack as handed out at the scales.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that S.J. Hassett was in breach of Rule 231 in that he weighed in more than 1.5 lbs overweight. The Stewards therefore fined him €100 and also advised him concerning his responsibility in this regard for the future.
The Stewards interviewed S.J. Hassett, rider of Nurse Ryan, placed fourth, trained by Martin Hassett, concerning his riding in the latter stages of this race when in contention for third place.
Evidence was heard from the trainer and rider concerned.
In his evidence S.J. Hassett stated that he had made up ground to race alongside the winner and was possibly upsides or in front at the two furlong pole when he became involved in close raceriding with another runner. He added that his mount was bumped outwards after this point and the winner and second gained the upper hand on the remaining challengers. He said that, in his opinion, Miss Ekaterina, ridden by K.J. Manning, outstayed his mount in the closing stages and he just rode hands and heels to his strongest ability.
In his evidence Martin Hassett stated that he felt his charge was a fit as could be expected after a four month absence from the racecourse and that, in his opinion, the rider pushed out his mount when in a challenging position but he may have been somewhat weak in the last furlong. He said he had no problem with the whip not being applied as it is the owner’s choice that this filly is not abused in running.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Nurse Ryan at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the trainer’s explanation. They were, however, of the opinion that S.J. Hassett was in beach of Rule 212 in that he failed to attain his best possible placing.
The Stewards therefore suspended him for five race days and ordered that he forfeit his riding fee.
Gowran Park Meeting, 9th April 2013
The Stewards fined the following trainer in respect of her non-runner:- .
Miss Amanda Mooney, trainer of Ubolt (withdrawn – transport difficulties) €200.
055B Tommy Walsh & Netwatch Maiden Hurdle & M.P.Butler, rider of Leanna Ban (GB), trained by Eoin Doyle, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung left throughout this race.
055C Henry Shefflin & Ashgrove Stables Mooncoin Handicap Hurdle & B.J. Geraghty, rider of Rodriguez, trained by C.F. Swan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount weakened quickly in the straight.
055E Eoin Larkin & Sports Injury Surgery Clinic Beginners Steeplechase & M.A. Enright, rider of Illicit Encounter, trained by Mrs Prunella Dobbs, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a bad mistake, then hung badly left and was therefore pulled up.
M.P. Butler, rider of Raggletagglegypsy, trained by Eoin Doyle, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was outpaced in the back straight, heaved and stayed on in the straight. He added that the horse missed some recent work and may improve from today’s outing.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Raggletagglegypsy trained by Eoin Doyle was found to be lame on his right fore post race.
055F Noel Hickey & Highway Safety Developments Ltd. Handicap Steeplechase & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Count Salazar, trained by Eoin Doyle, was found to have a burst blood vessel post race.
055G (i) Jackie Tyrrell & Glanbia (Pro/Am) I.N.H. Flat Race (Division One) & The Stewards requested a report from Miss J.M. Mangan, rider of Pollywollydoodle, which fell in this race.
The rider reported that her charge was running freely at the time and accidentally clipped a heel. She said that, as a result of that, she was unseated.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted its content.
Dundalk Meeting, 10th April 2013
073B www.dundalkstadium.com Maiden & The Stewards fined Adrian Brendan Joyce, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Time In Anatefka 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.
073C Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Fillies Maiden & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Iveta, trained by J.S. Bolger, was found to be post race normal.
073D Fundraising Made Easy At Dundalk Handicap & The Stewards interviewed W.J. Lee, rider of Slim Chance, unplaced, 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 W.J. Lee was in breach of Regulation 10 3(g), in that he had used his whip with the arm above shoulder height.
Having taken his record into account, the Stewards therefore cautioned him as to his future responsibilities in this regard.
073E This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Handicap & The Stewards received a report from the W. Fleming, Turf Club Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that F. Lynch, rider of Eusepio, weighed in 1.9lbs overweight.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that the rider was in breach of Rule 231.
Having taken his recent record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for one race day (28th April). Furthermore, the rider was referred to the Turf Club Medical Officer to be assessed in order to find a suitable minimum riding weight.
073F Dundalk Stadium On Facebook Handicap & The Stewards requested a report from Niall Madden, trainer of the winner Whatever It Takes, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared with the horse’s recent form.
The trainer reported that his charge was returning from a break today and been working well at home. He also reported that the horse benefited from today’s step up in trip and the fact that he raced prominently.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.
The Stewards informed Dermot Anthony McLoughlin, trainer of Ghostly Bright, that his charge would have to be re-certified before being declared to run from stalls again.
C.P. Hoban, rider of Jackie Tyrrell, trained by M.P. Sunderland, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran flat and may benefit from the re-application of blinkers.
Limerick Meeting, 11th April 2013
074C UL Racing Society (C&G) Median Auction Maiden & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Silver Lightening, trained by Kevin Prendergast, was found to be lame behind post race.
074D www.limerickraces.ie Online Special Packages Handicap & B.A. Curtis, rider of Jackemil, trained by John J. Walsh, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount stumbled independently and fell.
074F ‘It’s A Student Life’ Handicap & The Stewards requested a report from John J. Walsh, trainer of the winner The Four Elms, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared with the horse’s recent form.
Mr. Walsh reported that his charge disappointed on his last run over hurdles at Navan on very testing ground, but that was his first outing following a break. He added that the horse is a previous course winner and appeared to appreciate the application of a tongue-tie today.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.
Dundalk Meeting, 12th April 2013
075C Dundalk Stadium On Facebook Handicap & G.F. Carroll, rider of Teajaybe (USA), trained by Michael Mulvany, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was denied a clear run in the home straight.
R.P. Cleary, rider of General Bunching (USA), trained by Thomas Cleary, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount weakened quickly in the home straight in this race.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined General Bunching (USA) at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
F. Lynch, rider of Golden Clubs, trained by John Joseph Hanlon, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran flat in this race.
075F www.dundalkstaddium.com Handicap & The Stewards received a report from P.L. Malone, Turf Club Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that P.C. O’Donnell, rider of Around The Bend, trained by P.J. Rothwell, was 5 lb overweight when attempting to weigh out prior to this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned and from Ms. Roseanna Lawlor, authorised representative of P.J. Rothwell.
In her evidence Ms. Lawlor stated that the trainer would not be prepared for their filly to carry 5 lb overweight in her first handicap and requested a substitute if possible. However, due to the conditions of the race and the short time frame, a substitute could not be found, and the Stewards therefore ordered the withdrawal of Around The Bend from this race.
In his evidence P.C. O’Donnell stated that his scales at home must not be working properly because he thought he only had about 2 lb to lose once he arrived at the track. However, on arrival realised he had in fact in excess of 6 lb to lose. He further stated that his last ride on the track was at Cork about two weeks ago. He also said that he had ridden at 8st last year, but after the winter his weight had crept up. Furthermore, he apologised to all concerned.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that P.C. O’Donnell was in breach of Rule 195 in that it is his responsibility to weigh out at the correct weight.
Having taken his inexperience in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for two race days (28th April and 2nd May).
Tramore Meeting, 13th April 2013
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of riders at this meeting:-.
J.S. McGarvey rode A New Story (reserve), trained by Michael Hourigan (Race 4).
Mr G.M. Mangan replaced Mr. D.J. O’Leary on Vicky Miller, trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 7) – Injured.
076A Waterford & Tramore Racecourse Maiden Hurdle & M.P. Butler, rider of Lurcher (GB), trained by Eoin Doyle, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount cocked his jaw and ran out in this race.
B.J. Geraghty, rider of Alizari, trained by Paul Nolan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran flat throughout this race.
076B Online Booking At www.tramore-racecourse.com Maiden Hurdle & P. Townend, rider of Cool Khan, trained by David M. O’Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled in this race.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Cool Khan was found to be post race normal.
076D Tramore Racecourse Members Club Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed B.T. O’Connell, rider of the winner All Honours, 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 B.T. O’Connell 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 (30th April, 2nd and 3rd May).
076E Like Tramore Racecourse On Facebook Handicap Steeplechase & The Stewards received a report from Derek Cullen, Turf Club Starter, regarding the fact that a number of riders in this race had disobeyed his instructions, thus contributing to two false starts.
In relation to the first false start Mr Cullen reported that Miss E.A. Lalor was the sole contributor.
Evidence was heard from Mr Cullen and from Miss Lalor.
In relation to the second false start, evidence was heard from Mr Cullen and also from the riders concerned, Mr J.R Lalor, D.E. Splaine, P.T. Enright, Mr C.J. Sweeney, M.A. Enright, S.G. McDermott, I.J. McCarthy, Miss E.A. Lalor and A.P. Heskin.
Having viewed a recording of the incidents and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that all nine named riders above were in breach of Rule 208 for their actions in the second false start.
Having taken their records in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended them for two race days each.
The Stewards absolved Miss Lalor from any blame for the first false start and took no further action. The Stewards did, however, severely caution her concerning her conduct in the Steward’s Room.
Mr Patrick Coveney, Acting Steward, gave evidence at this enquiry and therefore did not deliberate with the Stewards.
076F Waterford & Tramore Racecourse Hunters Steeplechase & Michael Winters, trainer of Nevskij, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Tuesday 16th April that his charge was found to be lame in his hind quarters post race.
076G Waterford & Tramore Directors (Mares) (Pro/Am) I.N.H. Flat Race. Mr P.W. Mullins, rider of Slate Lady, trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was found to have a burst blood vessel post race.
Leopardstown Meeting, 14th April 2013
078A Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Maiden & The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the home straight involving the winner Focus On Venice, ridden by K.J. Manning, Michaelmas (USA), ridden by J.P. O’Brien, placed second, Glory Boy, ridden by P.J. Smullen, placed third, and Tom Dooley, ridden by W.J. Lee, placed fourth, after it appeared that interference had taken place.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placings. The Stewards were also of the opinion that any interference was accidental in nature which was not helped by the extremely windy conditions and they therefore took no further action.
078B Leopardstown 2,000 Guineas Trail Stakes & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined The United States, trained by A.P. O’Brien, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Move To Strike, trained by J.S. Bolger, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
078C Heritage Stakes & J.P. Murtagh, rider of Sweet Lightning (GB), trained by Thomas Carmody, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung left in the home straight.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Sweet Lightning (GB) at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
078D Leopardstown 1,000 Guineas Trail Stakes & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Hint Of A Tint, trained by David Wachman, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to have a grazed left hip, but was otherwise found to be post race normal.
078E P.W. McGrath Memorial Ballysax Stakes & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Alpinist (GB), trained by J.S. Bolger, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
078F FM104 Strawberry Alarm Clock Family Days Handicap & The Stewards informed V.C. Ward, trainer of A Word Apart, that his charge would have to be re-certified before being declared to run from stalls again.
078G Leopardstown Club Members Handicap & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Ozeta (FR), trained by Niall Madden, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be lame post race.