L.T. McAteer, rider of Tomarlo (GB), trained by David Marnane, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away.
The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the home straight involving Tomarlo (GB), ridden by L.T. McAteer, unplaced, and Tilly's Company, ridden by G.F. Carroll, unplaced, where it appeared contact was made between the two. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. G.F. Carroll stated that he got a little bump from behind. L.T. McAteer stated that a gap appeared but as he filled it the rail jutted out which caused him to get tight momentarily. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards took no further action other than to request the Clerk of the Course to inspect the railing in the straight.
The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident shortly after leaving the stalls involving Billie Be Quick, ridden by S. Foley, placed second, and Tomarlo (GB), ridden by L.T. McAteer, unplaced, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.
The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the home straight involving Asdana, ridden by W.J. Lee, placed fourth, and Taudeni, ridden by J.A. Heffernan, unplaced, where it appeared the two horses came close together. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. W.J. Lee stated that he was carried off his line briefly but there wasn't much in it. J.A. Heffernan stated he corrected his mount immediately when he shifted left. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.
142B BoyleSports Pick Your Place (F) M'dnR.P. Cleary, rider of Al Rojo Vivo, trained by Miss Jennifer Anne Lynch, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran keen throughout.
142C BoyleSports Extra Places Every Day H'capL.T. McAteer, rider of Colugo, trained by James M. Barrett, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got upset in the stalls.
R. Whearty, rider of Run Forrest Run, trained by Thomas Coyle, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away.
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Raceday Stewards that One More Wave (GB) trained by Noel C. Kelly was found to have blood at both nostrils post race.
142D BoyleSports Home Of The Early Payout HcpThe Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference inside the final furlong involving Bamako, ridden by G.F. Carroll, placed second, Annie Lavinia, ridden by W.J. Lee, placed fourth, and Undefeatable, ridden by W. Joyce, placed third, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. W. Joyce stated that his mount rolled around slightly up the straight. G.F. Carroll stated that he didn't come off his racing line. W.J. Lee stated that his mount rolled around a small bit despite his best efforts. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placings and were satisfied that no further action was warranted.
W.J. Lee, rider of Annie Lavinia, trained by Edward Lynam, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount received a bump going to the line.
The Raceday Stewards reviewed the closing stages involving Annie Lavinia, ridden by W.J. Lee, where it appeared W.J. Lee used his whip down the shoulder in the forehand position. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that the strike was for corrective purposes and took no further action.
P.A. Harnett, rider of Breath Of You (FR), trained by Conor David Maxwell, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount fly leaped from the gates.
142E His Majesty's PlateThe Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Poetic Sound, trained by G.M.Lyons, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
142F BoyleSports Smart Race Card M'dnThe Raceday Stewards interviewed R.C. Colgan, rider of First Ascent, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted he was in breach of the Whip Regulation and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that R.C. Colgan was in breach of R.10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his clean record in this regard, they suspended him for three racedays.
142G BoyleSports Best Odds Guaranteed M'dnThe Raceday Stewards interviewed S. Foley, rider of Broadstone (GB), concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race where it appeared he used his whip down the shoulder in the forehand position on two occasions. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. S. Foley stated that he used his whip for corrective measures as his mount was hanging badly right. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards accepted the evidence and took no further action.
S. Foley, rider of Broadstone (GB), trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right throughout.
J.A. Heffernan, rider of Cooley's Mist, trained by Natalia Lupini, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got tight for a few strides turning in. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.
J.M. Sheridan, rider of Minella Boss, trained by John J.Nallen, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left in the straight.
C.T. Keane, rider of Rubadub Dubh, trained by G.M.Lyons, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right in the straight.
W.J. Lee, rider of Electric Beauty, trained by K.J. Condon, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount took a false step on the road crossing.
N.M. Crosse, rider of Lady Plimsoll, trained by John S. O'Donoghue, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got tight for a few strides turning in. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.
GENERAL INFORMATIONThe following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. Peter Law (Chairman),
Ms. Alison Millar,
Mr. Raymund S. Martin,
Mr. Noel Chance,
Mr. H. Hynes.
Disclaimer: Please note this information is provisional and is subject to amendment until published in the Irish Racing Calendar.