Irish Racing Calendar, 29th November 2012
Fairyhouse Meeting, 21st November 2012
316A Racegoers €25 Package 3-y-o Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed H.D. Dunne, rider, and Paul W. Flynn, trainer, concerning the actions of Crystal Wings in this race, where he baulked dramatically approaching the second hurdle and unseated the rider.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence H.D. Dunne explained that his instructions were to get a lead over the first couple of hurdles and get the horse to jump. However, after getting a lead over the first hurdle, his mount became keen and took up the running approaching the second hurdle, where he baulked dramatically and unseated him.
In his evidence Paul W. Flynn confirmed the instructions. He explained how this horse is a quirky sort, who has worn blinkers on the flat in the past. He said the horse did plenty of schooling at home, but always with a lead horse and there was never a problem. He said that it now appears essential his charge will need a lead in his races in future.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered by Mr Flynn.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Casual Creeper, trained by Noel Meade, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
316C Christmas Party Race Day On 15th December At Fairyhouse Maiden Hurdle & A.E. Lynch, rider of Shannon Spirit, trained by Henry de Bromhead, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled in this race and was therefore pulled up.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Shannon Spirit, at the request of the Stewards and reported that the animal appeared very tired and was blowing heavily post race. Samples were taken for analysis.
I.J. McCarthy, rider of Wing It Lady, trained by J.G. Coogan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a noise in running.
316F New Self Service Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards requested a report from Eoin Doyle, trainer of the winner For A Finish, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared with the horse’s most recent run over hurdles at Gowran Park on the 6th October where he finished 18th of 20 runners and was beaten approximately 66 lengths.
Ray Cody, authorised representative for the trainer, reported that the horse was having his first run back at Gowran Park and that he was very disappointing, although nothing came to light subsequently. He stated that the horse ran without blinkers on that occasion and this may have explained the lacklustre performance. Subsequent to that he said the horse ran twice over fences with cheekpieces and ran well on the first occasion before not staying the distance in the Cork National. He concluded by saying that the re-application of blinkers today may have brought about any apparent improvement in form.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.
D.N. Russell, rider of Dactik, trained by Noel Brett, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled in this race.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Dactik at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
I.J. McCarthy, rider of Dunroe Boy, trained by John G. Carr, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a noise in running.
316G Follow Fairyhouse On Twitter I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards fined Michael C. Griffin €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Boondooma 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.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Silver Tassie, trained by Noel Meade, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.
Dundalk Meeting, 23rd November 2012
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting:-
W.M. Lordan rode Tornadodancer (reserve), trained by T.G. McCourt (Race 2).
318B Ireland V England Stablestaff Soccer Handicap & G.J. Philips, rider of Khyber Pass (GB), trained by Edward Lynam, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled and hung badly turning into the straight.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Khyber Pass (GB) was found to be clinically abnormal post race.
318C(i) Crowne Plaza Hotel Race & Stay Maiden (Division One) & The Stewards informed David Peter Nagle, trainer of Aqua Regia that his charge would have to be re-certified before being declared to run from stalls again.
The Stewards informed Reginald Roberts, trainer of Heuston, that his charge would have to be re-certified before being declared to run from stalls again.
318D(i) Come On The Irish Stablestaff Handicap (Division One) &The Stewards requested a report from a representative of Peter McCreery, trainer of the winner Thebarberkelly, regarding the apparent improvement in form of this horse compared with the animal’s previous runs on the flat.
The representative reported that this was the horse’s first run on the flat for Peter McCreery, having been with a different trainer last year. He explained that the trainer ran the horse twice in September over hurdles on soft and heavy ground, which did not seem to suit the animal. Today the animal appreciated the better surface and the application of blinkers for the first time and these combined may have brought about the apparent improvement in form.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.
The Stewards enquired into an incident in the straight involving the winner Thebarberkelly, ridden by M.C. Hussey, and Red Laser, ridden by C.P. Hoban, unplaced, after it appeared that Red Laser met with interference.
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 M.C. Hussey was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly.
Having taken his previous good record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for one race day (7th December).
The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Fancy Socks, ridden by G.F. Carroll, and Dimitar (USA), ridden by W.M. Lordan, dead-heat for fourth place, and Coppertop, ridden by C.D. Hayes, unplaced, after it appeared that Dimitar (USA) and Coppertop both suffered interference.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that interference did take place and that Fancy Socks improved his finishing position in relation to Dimitar (USA) as a result of this interference. The Stewards therefore amended the result to read as follows: First: Thebarberkelly, Second: Jumbo Steps, Third: Beart, Fourth: Dimitar (USA) and Fifth: Fancy Socks.
Furthermore, the Stewards were of the opinion that G.F. Carroll was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly, and having taken his record in this regard into account, they therefore suspended him for one race day (7th December).
The Stewards enquired into an incident in the straight involving Coppertop, ridden by C.D. Hayes, and Pussyfooting, ridden by I.J. Brennan, both unplaced, after it appeared that Pussyfooting met with interference.
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 C.D. Hayes was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly.
Having taken his previous record in that regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for one race day (7th December).
318E Q Radio Network Apprentice Handicap & The Stewards enquired into an incident shortly after leaving the stalls involving First Friday, ridden by D.E. Mullins, placed fourth, and Porterman, ridden by James J. Doyle, unplaced, after it appeared that First Friday met with interference.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned in the presence of T.G. McCourt, representing C.F. Swan, trainer, and master of James. J. Doyle.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that James J. Doyle was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly.
Having taken his previous record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore cautioned him for the future.
R.P. Whelan, rider of Everything Zain, trained by D.T. Hughes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled and may not have handled today’s conditions.
Gowran Park Meeting, 24th November 2012
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting:-
D.E. Mullins replaced J.R. Barry on Arkmore Vallee, trained by Moses McCabe (Race 7) Injured.
319B Follow Gowran Park On Facebook Novice Hurdle & The Stewards received a report from Joan Taylor, Turf Club Veterinary Officer, that she was unable to positively identify Paddy Wicklow, trained by P.J. Rothwell, from the markings and microchip number contained in the passport presented for this horse.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned and from Joan Taylor.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Paddy Wicklow from this race and referred the matter to the Turf Club for further investigation.
319C Join Gowran Park Race Club Today Handicap Hurdle & Mr J.W. O’Neill, rider of Henrietta’s Way, trained by Ronald O’Neill, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was outpaced early on, stayed on in the latter stages and may benefit from a longer trip.
319D Gowran Park Racing Club 2013 Handicap Hurdle & L.A. McKenna, rider of Selection Box, trained by C.A. McBratney, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung throughout this race and that in his opinion the ground was too dead for the horse.
B.J. Cooper, rider of Tepalo (FR), trained by A.J. Martin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a respiratory noise on the first circuit and was therefore pulled up when unable to stay in contention.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Tepalo (FR) at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be blowing hard post race. Samples were taken for analysis.
319G Irish Racing Yearbook Handicap Steeplechase & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Jim Bowie, trained by Noel Meade, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
Navan Meeting, 25th November 2012
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of riders at this meeting:-
M.J. Bolger replaced R. Loughran on Waterloo Sunrise, trained by S.M. Duffy (Race 3) Unwell.
B.M. Cash replaced P. Carberry on Vapiano, trained by Gordan Elliott (Race 4) Injured.
M.P. Walsh replaced P. Carberry on Medical Card, trained by Noel Meade (Race 5) Injured.
A.P. McCoy replaced M.P. Walsh on Like Your Style, trained by Edward P. Harty (Race 5) Stewards Permission.
A.P. McCoy replaced M.P. Walsh on Alderwood, trained by Thomas Mullins (Race 6) Stewards Permission.
320A I.N.H. Stallion Owners European Breeders Fund Maiden Hurdle & B.T. O’Connell, rider of Brock Bawson, trained by P.J. Rothwell, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was pulled up lame.
Ms. L. O’Neill, rider of Wicker Park (FR), trained by Thomas O’Neill, reported to the Clerk of Scales that her mount made a respiratory noise in running and was therefore pulled up.
320D Dunderry Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed A.D. Leigh, rider of Lead Kindly Light, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of 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 A.D. Leigh was in breach of Rule 10 in that he had used his whip with excessive frequency.
Having taken his record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for one race day (13th December).
320E Ladbrokes Troytown Handicap Steeplechase & The Stewards granted permission for fences one and four to be omitted from this race and from the Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Beginners Steeplechase in the interest of safety due to ground conditions.
320G ITBA Fillies Scheme European Breeders Fund Mares I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards fined Edward U. Hales, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Hidden Life 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.