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

M.M. McDonagh replaced G. Brouder on Elite Charboniere (FR), trained by C.A.McBratney (Race 5)(Injured)
S.D. Torrens replaced J.S. McGarvey on Corrigaleen, trained by E.Sheehy (Race 5)(Unwell)
J.C. Gainford rode Magic Sea (reserve) trained by Sarah Dawson (Race 5)
J.C. Gainford replaced J.W. Kennedy on Prevaricate, trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 2)(Unwell)
J.C. Gainford replaced J.W. Kennedy on Fiston Des Issards (FR), trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 3)(Unwell)
Sam Ewing replaced J.W. Kennedy on Torygraph, trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 4)(Unwell)
J.B. Foley replaced G. Brouder on My Manekineko (GB), trained by J.A. Nash (Race 3)(Injured)
J.J. Slevin replaced D.F. O'Regan on Zagnzig, trained by H. Smyth (Race 5)(Stood down)

058A RED MILLS Irish EBF Auction M'dn H'dle

The Stewards enquired into the start of this race in accordance with Rules 208, 209 and the powers of the Acting Stewards under Rule 10. Evidence was heard from Mr D. Cullen, IHRB Starter, R. Deegan, rider of Gonfalonier (Fr). Mr B.G. Crawford, rider of The Flier Begley, P.T. Enright, rider of Vinnie Is Busy, B. Browne, rider of Winding River, G.P. Brouder, rider of I Don't Get It, D. Meyler, rider of The Miracle Man, P.J. Carberry, rider of Sekifi and L.P. Dempsey, rider of Superdermo. In his evidence, Mr D. Cullen stated that the speaker system at the start did not work for this race. He explained that the riders had been instructed to take two turns, were made aware when there were twenty seconds to go while at the same time Winding River was being led in and I Don't Get It, the mount of G.P. Brouder, was instructed by him to take his time when approaching the tape. Evidence was heard from all riders. Their comments confirmed that there was no speaker system in use at the start which made it difficult to hear the starter because of the strong wind. Some heard the call to take a turn and the amount of time to the start time. G.P. Brouder who led the horses into the start confirmed that he steadied his mount as instructed by the starter. The riders explained that they had watched both the starter's flag and the advance flag man's flag. Having considered all the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that a fair start had been affected and allowed the result to stand. .

The Stewards interviewed G.P. Brouder, rider of I Don't Get It, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. In his evidence, G.P. Brouder accepted that he had breached the whip Regulations but advised the Stewards that his mount had previously shown a tendency to hang or duck and he was doing his best to keep a straight course to the finish. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were of the opinion that G.P. Brouder was in breach of R10(3)(g) by using his whip with excessive frequency. Having taken his previous record into consideration, the Stewards suspended G.P. Brouder for nine racedays.

058B Toals Bookmakers Rated H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Prevaricate, trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Stewards requested a report from D. K. Weld, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Coltor, placed first, as compared with its recent form. Patrick O'Brien, Authorised Representative of D.K. Weld, reported that their charge had previously won at Galway and in their opinion the undulations of today's track and the sounder underfoot conditions contributed to the improved performance. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the content of the report.

058C Tote Jackpot Is Back H'cap H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Adnap trained by R. K. Watson was found to be clinically abnormal post race.

058E WKD H'cap Schase

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Memory Of Youth, trained by Mrs Denise Foster, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.

The Stewards requested a report from Gerard Keane, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Howaya Aoife, placed first, as compared with its recent form. Gerard Keane reported that his charge benefitted from the application of first time cheek pieces and the sounder underfoot conditions. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the content of the report.

Mrs Denise Foster, trainer of Memory Of Youth, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her charge did not handle todays going

058F Boardsmill Sires M'dn Hunters S'chase

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Handy Headon trained by D.M. Christie was found to have lost a front shoe in running.

058G Cosy Roof (Pro-Am) INH Flat Race

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Landrake (GB), trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.

At the request of the Stewards, Mr J.J. Codd, rider of Landrake (GB), trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled at any stage of this race.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mrs. A. Millar (Chairman),

Mr. L. McFerran,

Mr. C. Magnier,

Mr. P.D. Deegan.

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