R.C. Colgan, rider of Rodwill trained by Lee Smyth, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount couldn't steer around the first bend.

T.P. Madden, rider of Aesop trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount never travelled.

The Stewards interviewed John James Feane, trainer of Wild Cherry, regarding the late arrival of the horse into the Parade Ring. Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanation offered and reminded John James Feane of his future responsibilities in this regard.

The Stewards enquired into an incident shortly after leaving the stalls involving Honor Oak, ridden by A.J. Slattery and Fujaira King (USA), ridden by L.F. Roche, where it appeared that Honor Oak moved across Fujaira King's racing line causing him to check. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that A.J. Slattery was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly. Having considered his record in this regard, the Stewards suspended A.J. Slattery for 1 raceday.

The Stewards interviewed William J. Fitzpatrick, trainer of Dandys Gold, regarding the late arrival of the horse into the Parade Ring. Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards took no further action other than to remind William J. Fitzpatrick of his future responsibilities in this regard.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Evasive Power (USA), trained by Denis Gerard Hogan, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be coughing post race and had signs of kickback on his nostrils.

The Stewards fined Adrian McGuinness, trainer, €350 for lodging a passport in respect of Highly Approved, in which the vaccinations did not conform with the provisions of Rule 91. The Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Highly Approved in accordance with the provisions of Rule 90.

A.J. Slattery, rider of Lord Rapscallion trained by J.P. Murtagh, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got no run.

The Stewards interviewed L.W. Browne, rider of Sky Seven, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned in the presence of G.M. Lyons, Trainer. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that L.W. Browne was in breach of Regulation 10.3 (g), in that he used his whip with excessive frequency. Having considered his record in this regard, the Stewards cautioned L.W. Browne on this occasion.

The Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Emphatic, trained by J.Larkin, for failing to lodge the passport in accordance with the provisions of Rule 90 (i).

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Buzz Killington, trained by Noel Meade, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be coughing while being examined post race, probably as a result of kickback.

James J. Doyle, rider of Navajo Ridge trained by Gerard Keane, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount ran a bit short of room in the closing stages of this race.

A.J. Slattery, rider of Eyeoweyou trained by Karl Thornton, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount stood in the gates and was slowly away.

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

Mr. R. Dore (Chairman),
Mr. R. Hall,
Mr. M. Magnier,
Mr. H. Lappin,
Mr. P.D. Matthews.

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