The Stewards fined the following trainers in respect of their non-runners:-

A.P.O'Brien, trainer of Cadamosto (Off feed) - €200.
D.J. Bunyan, trainer of Notre Belle Bete (GB) (Off feed) - €200.

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting:

W.J. Lee rode Enger (reserve), trained by M. J. Byrne (Race 5)
T.P. Madden rode Going In Style (reserve), trained by Noel Meade (Race 5)
Nikita Amelia Kane replaced Wesley Joyce on Trueba, trained by Edmond Daniel Linehan (Race 8)(Injured).

054A Irish Stallion Farms EBF M'dn

R.P. Whelan, rider of Turn On The Jets trained by Jack W. Davison, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got upset in the stalls.

054B Paddy Power From The Horse’s Mouth H'cap

R.C. Colgan, rider of Flaming Moon trained by Matthew J. Smith, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung left inside the last furlong.

054C Paddy Power Irish Lincolnshire

The Stewards interviewed N.G. McCullagh, rider of Insignia Of Rank, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who accepted that he had used his whip excessively and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that N.G. McCullagh was in breach of Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record they cautioned him on this occasion.

M.P. Sheehy, rider of Gee Rex trained by Emmet Mullins, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount stumbled leaving the stalls.

054D Big Picture Communications (F) M'dn

C.T. Keane, rider of Emilie Gray trained by D. K. Weld, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung right when under pressure.

054E Paddy Power Madrid H'cap

The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Fourhometwo (GB), ridden by B.M. Coen, placed third, Amazed By Grace (GB), ridden by D.E. Sheehy, placed first and True Artist, ridden by N.G. McCullagh, placed second, where it appeared that True Artist initially drifted left and Amazed By Grace subsequently drifted left. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. B.M. Coen stated that his mount was tiring when True Artist drifted slightly onto his racing line, but felt it was of little consequence. N.G. McCullagh stated that his mount drifted towards the stands momentarily and straightening up before Fourhometwo carried him close to the line. D.E. Sheehy stated that his mount drifted towards the stands in the closing stages, but felt that he had not improved his finishing position as a result of this drift. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the Judge's placings. They were, however, of the opinion that D.E. Sheehy was in breach of Rule 214(careless riding) and having considered his record they suspended him for one raceday.

S. Foley, rider of Laelaps trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount ran keen early on.

054F Royal Lytham At Irish Emerald (C&G) M'dn

James McAuley, trainer of Hero Of The Hour (GB), reported to the I.H.R.B Veterinary Officer that his charge suffered from heat stress post race.

M.P. Sheehy, rider of Gee Rex, trained by Emmet Mullins, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount stumbled leaving the stalls.

054G Paddy's Rewards Club H'cap

The Stewards interviewed Nikita Amelia Kane, rider of Trueba, concerning her use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who accepted that she had used her whip excessively and apologised for her actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that Nikita Amelia Kane was in breach of Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered her record they suspended her for two racedays.

The Stewards requested a report from Denis Gerard Hogan, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Cyrus Dallin (GB), placed first, as compared with its recent form. The trainer reported that his charge appeared to benefit from a switch from the all weather surface onto grass today and felt this had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanation offered.

054H WhatOddsPaddy? H'cap

The Stewards interviewed F. Birrane, trainer of Anglo Saxon and Boasty, concerning their late arrival into the parade ring. Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned, who stated that both riders were riding in the previous race and he had received both saddles later than expected. He informed the Stewards that he had only one member of staff with him today and despite their best efforts, both animals were late into the parade ring. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that F. Birrane was in breach of Rule 32(ii) and having considered his record they cautioned him on this occasion.

Siobhan Rutledge, rider of Golden Spear (GB) trained by A.J.Martin, reported to the Clerk of Scales that her mount was checked in running inside the last furlong.

W.J. Lee, rider of Starting Monday trained by Gillian Scott, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung right.

B.A. Murphy, trainer of Ballycaines, reported to the Office of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board that his charge scoped wrong post race.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting: Mr. Laurence McFerran (Chairman), Mr. Sean Barry, Ms. Mary Cosgrave, Mr. P.D. Matthews.

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