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

K. G. Kennedy (7) rode Gianh River (reserve) trained by Lee Smyth (Race 3)
J. A. Powell (3) rode Sioux Grit (reserve) trained by R.P.Burns (Race 6)

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R.C. Colgan, rider of Eirinn Rua, trained by Dermot Anthony McLoughlin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was very slowly away.

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The Raceday Stewards granted a request from Emmet Mullins trainer of Sweet Will (Ire) for an additional ten minutes to present the animal for identification by an IHRB official, as provided for under the provisions of Rule 90(i).

J.M. Sheridan, rider of Riyami, trained by Denis Gerard Hogan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left in the last two furlongs.

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The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Seamus G. O'Donnell, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Theriverrunsdeep, placed first, as compared with its recent form. Seamus G. O'Donnell reported that a positive ride from the off appeared to keep his mount interested and he felt this had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted the explanation offered.

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D.P. McDonogh, rider of Anjah, trained by H.D. McGuigan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran keen and recieved pressure coming out of the first turn.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident coming out of the first turn involving Curious Bride, ridden by J.J.G. Ryan, unplaced, Mille Miglia (GB), ridden by C.D. Maxwell, unplaced, and Anjah, ridden by D.P. McDonogh, placed third, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. J.J.G. Ryan stated that he heard a shout and immediately moved his mount over. C.D. Maxwell stated that his mount ran keen and rounded the bend badly. D.P. McDonogh stated that his mount ran keen and that he felt contact from the inside. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards did not apportion blame to any rider and took no further action.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the home turn involving Curious Bride, ridden by J.J.G. Ryan, unplaced, Darkened, ridden by K.J. Leonard, placed fourth, Anjah, ridden by D.P. McDonogh, placed third, and Wojood (GB), ridden by J.M. Sheridan unplaced, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. J.J.G. Ryan stated that he felt pressure from both sides. K.J. Leonard stated that he took off heels turning in and made slight contact with Curious Bride. D.P. McDonogh stated that he felt pressure which carried him to his right for one stride. J.M. Sheridan stated that he made no contact and maintained his line. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards did not apportion blame to any rider and took no further action.

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J. Kearney, rider of Goonyaboyya, trained by Gerard Keane, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that he had to take a check two furlongs out.

N.M. Crosse, rider of Nevada Brave, trained by Luke Comer, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that he had to take a precautionary check turning in to the home straight.

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K.J. Leonard, rider of Garrick Painter, trained by Noel C. Kelly, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount wandered around up the straight.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. J. McGrath (Chairman),
Mr. N. Wachman,
Mr. D. McCorkell,
Mr. F. Fitzsimons,
Mr. L. Aspell.

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