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Curragh 20th July 2024

203B David Power Memorial Premier H'cap

D. Egan, rider of Gerrit's Gem, trained by Kieran P. Cotter, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right under pressure.

203C Barberstown Castle Sprint Nursery H'cap

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Shimmy Jimmy, trained by Donnacha Aidan O'Brien, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

203D Barberstown Castle Sapphire Stakes

L.T. McAteer, rider of Jakajaro, trained by David Marnane, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got squeezed out coming out of the stalls.

C.T. Keane, rider of Twilight Jet, trained by M.D. O'Callaghan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got bumped from behind inside the two furlong pole.

R.L. Moore, rider of Believing, trained by George Boughey (in GB), reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right.

D. McMonagle, rider of Ano Syra, trained by John James Feane, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount received a bump inside the two furlong pole.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the closing stages involving Twilight Jet, ridden by C.T. Keane, unplaced, Ano Syra, ridden by D. McMonagle, placed fifth, Makarova (GB), ridden by H. Crouch, placed third, and Beautiful Diamond (GB), ridden by S.H. James, placed second, where it appeared Makarova ran short of room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. C. T. Keane stated that things got a little tight and he received a bump from behind. D. McMonagle stated that he maintained a straight line and received a bump from his right. H. Crouch stated that the gap closed in front of him. S. H. James stated that he felt he kept reasonably straight. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found S. H. James, was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly, and having considered his record in this regard the Raceday Stewards suspended him for two racedays.

H. Crouch, rider of Makarova (GB), trained by Ed Walker (in GB), reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was denied a clear run.

203E Juddmonte Irish Oaks

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident in the closing stages involving Lava Stream, ridden by D. Tudhope, unplaced, and War Chimes (FR), ridden by J.A. Heffernan, placed eight, where it appeared Lava Stream had to check. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

C.T. Keane, rider of Caught U Looking, trained by Noel Meade, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount lugged left up the straight.

J.A. Heffernan, rider of War Chimes (FR), trained by David Menuisier (in GB), reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung badly right in the straight.

203F Businessplus.ie H'cap

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the closing stages involving Siege Of Troy (GB), ridden by B.M. Coen, placed second, and Lord Church, ridden by R.P. Whelan, placed third, where it appeared there was contact between the two. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. B. M. Coen stated that his mount was raw and rolled around. R. P. Whelan stated that both horses leaned into one another. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

S. Foley, rider of Slurricane, trained by Ross O'Sullivan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran keen early on.

K.G. Kennedy, rider of It'sonlyjustbegun, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got a bit unbalanced at the top of the hill.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident at the top of the hill involving It'sonlyjustbegun, ridden by K.G. Kennedy, unplaced, and Promo Queen, ridden by R.C. Colgan, unplaced, where it appeared Promo Queen ran short of room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. K. G. Kennedy stated that his mount is big and raw and leaned in on the bend. R. C. Colgan stated that he received pressure from his outside and had to take a check. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards took no further action other than to remind R. C. Colgan to report to scales anything that may have affected the running of his mount.

Mrs John Harrington, trainer of It'sonlyjustbegun, reported to the Clerk of Scales that her charge was showing signs of being in season post race.

203G Comer Group International Curragh Cup

J.A. Heffernan, rider of Seattle Creek (GB), trained by Luke W. Comer, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount felt unsound finishing. The IHRB Veterinary Officer subsequently reported Seattle Creek to have abrasions on its nose and lips with a small amount of associated blood and also to be slightly lame on its right fore post race.

203H La Celia Wines Irish EBF (F) M'dn

R.P. Whelan, rider of Mags, trained by Kieran P. Cotter, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount went left out of the gates.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:

Mr. Laurence McFerran (Chairman),

Mr. N. B Wachman,

Dr. Paddy Molony,

Mr. Anthony Byrne,

Mr. L. Walsh.



Disclaimer: Please note this information is provisional and is subject to amendment until published in the Irish Racing Calendar.


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