The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting:
Adam Caffery replaced K.J. Leonard on Camachero, trained by Noel C. Kelly (Race 3)(unwell)380A Happy Christmas From All At Dundalk M'dn
The Raceday Stewards fined Diego Dias trainer, €65 for fitting cheek pieces to Sharkii which had not been declared and ordered its removal.
J.J.G. Ryan, rider of Tropical Retreat, trained by Thomas Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was keen early on.
380B Champion Trainer & Jockey Awards H'capK.G. Kennedy, rider of May Night (GB), trained by S.M.Duffy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away.
The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident in the closing stages involving Shaaden, ridden by W.J. Lee, placed sixth, Fivecromwellplace, ridden by N.M. Crosse, placed second, and Port Louis, ridden by C.T. Keane, unplaced, where it appeared Fivecromwellplace momentarily drifted left for a stride into the path of Shaaden and Port Louis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no riding offence had occurred and that no further action was warranted.
The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident whereby two large dogs appeared on the track in the home straight, as the horses were about to reach that point in the race. Evidence was heard from T. Collins trainer, who confirmed that both dogs belonged to her and apologised for the incident. She further added that she had taken her dogs for a walk off lead in what she felt was a secure area and unfortunately they had momentarily made their way onto the track. Having considered the evidence, including the frank manner in which T. Collins approached the matter and an assurance that there would be no repetition of the incident, the Raceday Stewards accepted her apology and took no further action.
380C Irishinjuredjockeys.com M'dnThe Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident very close to the line involving Molto Amichi, ridden by L.T. McAteer, placed fourth, and Mythical Rock, ridden by Gabriella Hill, placed third, where it appeared that Molto Amichi had to check. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. L.T. McAteer stated that he felt his mount had insufficient momentum to commit to the gap. Gabriella Hill stated that her mount hung slightly right but she felt she corrected it as soon as possible. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted, other than to compliment L.T. McAteer on the accuracy of his evidence.
Adam Caffrey, rider of Camachero, trained by Noel C. Kelly, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly into stride.
L.T. McAteer, rider of Molto Amichi, trained by Eoin Griffin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was unlucky in running in the last furlong.
380E William Hill Top Price Guarantee H'capThe Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Harry's Legacy (GB), trained by Henry de Bromhead, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
C.D. Fahy, rider of Rockview Consort (GB), trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left up the straight.
W.J. Lee, rider of Harry's Legacy (GB), trained by Henry de Bromhead, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly.
J.J.G. Ryan, rider of Lunar Bird, trained by E. McNamara, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled.
380F1 HRI Best Turned-Out Flat League H'capJ. Cleary, rider of A Daughtersdelight, trained by S.M.Duffy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left up the home straight.
380F2 HRI Best Turned-Out Flat League H'capJ.A. Powell, rider of Highland King, trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left up the straight and had no clear run.
Adam Caffrey, rider of Obama Army (GB), trained by Eoin Christopher McCarthy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away and never travelled.
380G Horse Racing Returns 10th Jan 2025 H'capD.P. McDonogh, rider of Flame Of Eire, trained by John M.Harney, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his saddle slipped on the way to the start.
GENERAL INFORMATIONThe following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Dr. P. Molony (Chairman),
Mr. Justice. T. Hunt,
Mr. L. McFerran,
Mr. J. McCoy,
Mr. L. Walsh.
Disclaimer: Please note this information is provisional and is subject to amendment until published in the Irish Racing Calendar.