R.C. Colgan, rider of Goldrush Kid, trained by Patrick Magee, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount rolled around in the final furlong.
102B GAIN First Flier StakesJ.A. Heffernan, rider of His Majesty, trained by A.P.O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung badly left in the final two furlongs.
The Raceday Stewards informed Kieran P. Cotter, trainer that Sturlasson, would have to be recertified before being declared to run from stalls again.
102C Coolmore Stud Irish EBF Tetrarch StakesThe Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Bold Discovery (USA), trained by Mrs John Harrington, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. However the trainer reported to the clerk of the scales that the Racecourse Veterinary Surgeon scoped the horse and reported that he had scoped badly.
S. Foley, rider of Bold Discovery (USA), trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right under pressure.
102D Treacy Group Irish EBF (Fillies) H'capThe Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Queen Maedbh, trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Queenie St Clair, trained by Noel Meade, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
102E Coolmore Circus Maximus EBF Athasi StksThe Raceday Stewards received a report from Mr H. T. Hynes, Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that S. Foley, rider of Small Oasis (GB), weighed in at 1.3 lbs overweight. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who accepted that this was the case. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that S. Foley was in breach of Rule 231(iii) and having considered his record they cautioned him on this occasion.
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Queen Aminatu (GB), trained by William Haggas (in GB), at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
S. Foley, rider of Small Oasis (GB), trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right.
R.P. Cleary, rider of Clever And Cool, trained by J. S. Bolger, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away.
102F Coolmore Irish EBF Mooresbridge StakesThe Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the home straight involving Luxembourg, ridden by W.M. Lordan, placed fifth, Layfayette, ridden by C.T. Keane, placed second, and Trevaunance, ridden by S. Foley placed sixth, where it appeared that Luxembourg had to momentarily check. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. W. M. Lordan stated that having raced slowly early on, the pace quickened and his mount was unable to fill a gap when it appeared. S. Foley stated that his mount shifted slightly left when under pressure and that he immediately corrected his mount. C. T. Keane stated that his mount kept a straight line on the rail in the closing stages. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no riding offence had occurred and therefore took no further action.
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Luxembourg, trained by A.P.O'Brien, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
102G PG Duffy & Sons Citroen Apprentice H'capThe Raceday Stewards requested a report from Charles O'Brien, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Shimmerz, placed first, as compared with its recent form. Garry O'Brien representative for the trainer, reported that his charge had not run on grass for some considerable time and felt the soft under foot conditions had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards noted the content of the report. Furthermore,the Raceday Stewards fined Charles O'Brien €130 through his representative for failing to nominate an authorised representative to act on his behalf as required under the provisions of Rule 147(v).
J.A. Powell, rider of Tall Story, trained by Ross O'Sullivan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled.
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Tall Story, trained by Ross O'Sullivan, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
102H Keadeen Hotel H'capA.J. Slattery, rider of Bells On Her Toes, trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount threw her head up as the stalls opened.
B.M. Coen, rider of Greek Flower, trained by John James Feane, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right.
GENERAL INFORMATIONThe following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. Justice Tony Hunt (Chairman),
Mr. Jack Rearden,
Mr. Finbar Cahill,
Ms. Meta Osborne,
Mr. Liam Walsh.
Disclaimer: Please note this information is provisional and is subject to amendment until published in the Irish Racing Calendar.