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

Sorcha Woods rode Sam Missile (reserve) , trained by Patrick J. McKenna (Race 8)

186A Hollywoodbets Claiming Race

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined War Hero, trained by Adrian McGuinness, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

186B Hollywoodbets Supports Irish Racing Hcap

R.P. Cleary, rider of Ramon Di Loria trained by Tracey Collins, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount leaned on in the straight.
Having reviewed the incident the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Bears Hug, trained by Kevin Prendergast, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

186C Hollywoodbets Dundalk Ladies Day M'dn

C.D. Hayes, rider of Captain Attridge trained by J.A.Stack, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got hampered in the straight.

S.B. Kelly, rider of Chicago Black Hawk trained by J.P. Murtagh, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount leaned left in the straight.

L.T. McAteer, rider of Equatorial Ridge trained by Anthony McCann, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung right throughout.

N.M. Crosse, rider of Ms Frizzle trained by Eamonn O'Connell, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount lost all action.

D.P. McDonogh, rider of River Eden trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount jumped left from the stalls.

The Stewards enquired into an incident in the closing stages of this race, involving Captain Attridge, ridden by C.D. Hayes, placed second, Chicago Black Hawk, ridden by S.B. Kelly, placed sixth, and Bonte Moi (FR), ridden by T.P. Madden, placed fourth, where it appeared Captain Attridge and Bonte Moi both suffered a bump from there outside. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned, C D. Hayes stated that his horse got a little unbalanced when it got tight for room. T.P.Madden stated that he got a bump from C. D. Hayes but it did not affect his placing. S B Kelly stated that his horse is very nervous and got intimidated from the winner moving ahead of him. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that interference did accrue and that S B Kelly was in breach of Rule 214 by riding carelessly. Having considered his record in this regard they cautioned him on this occasion. Mr. J. M. McGrath(Race day Chairman) absent himself from this enquiry, Mr. A. Byrne acted as Chairman on his behalf for this enquiry.

186D2 Finishing Line Podcast H'cap

The Stewards requested a report from Nigel Thomas Slevin, trainer as to the apparent improvement in form of Ecliptic Moon, placed First, as compared with its recent form. Mr Slevin stated that running his charge back on an all weather surface and a drop back in trip helped bring about the apparent improvement today. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted his explanations.

186E Hollywoodbets Donates To IHWT H'cap

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Dandy Spirit trained by Kieran P. Cotter, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got upset in the stalls.

186F Hollywoodbets Best Odds Guaranteed Mdn

T.P. Madden, rider of Boola Boola trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount jumped right leaving the stalls.

C.D. Maxwell, rider of Danzig Star trained by P.Cluskey, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was slowly away.

186G Hollywoodbets First Past The Post Hcap

The Stewards informed Denis Gerard Hogan, trainer that Duck And Vanish (GB), would have to be recertified before being declared to run from stalls again.

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Take A Turn trained by Mrs Denise Foster, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount all but refused to race.

The Stewards enquired into an incident closing stages involving Chateau Musar, ridden by C.D. Hayes, placed fifth and Sam Missile, ridden by Sorcha Woods , placed second, where it appeared Chateau Musar had to check. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. C.D. Hayes stated that he had to take a check due to Sam Missile drifting into his path. Sorcha Woods stated that her horse rolled around close to the line. She further added that her mount missed the headgear that was used on it previously. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards took no further action other than to advise Sorcha Woods to ride with more care in future. Mr. J.M. McGrath absented himself from this enquiry and Mr. A. Byrne acted as chairman in his stead.

The Stewards requested a report from A. Oliver, trainer as to the apparent improvement in form of Time And Money, placed first, as compared with its recent form. A. Oliver stated that Time And Money is a very quirky horse who got upset with his surroundings at the Curragh on his last run. He felt that the more closed environment in Dundalk suited the horse better by helping to keep him more relaxed and attributed this to the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanations given.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. J. M. McGrath (Chairman),
Mr. A. Byrne,
Mrs. A. Millar,
Mr. H. Hynes.

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