The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Leadership Race, ridden by C.T. Keane, placed third and Liberty Star (GB), ridden by Sam Ewing, placed second, where it appeared that interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. C. T. Keane stated that his mount had burst a blood vessel and his race was run and that the interference did not cost him anything. Sam Ewing stated that his mount hung right but that he felt he had done all he could to prevent it. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that while interference did occur, no horse improved its finishing position as a result of the interference and so they made no alteration to the judge's placings. They were however satisfied that Sam Ewing was in breach of Rule 214, in that he had ridden carelessly and having considered Sam Ewing's record in this regard the Stewards suspended Sam Ewing for one raceday. Sam Ewing was accompanied by Ms. K. Lyons at this enquiry.

Following a request from broadcasters, the Stewards granted permission for the following delays: Race 2 + 3 minutes

C.T. Keane, rider of Leadership Race trained by G.M.Lyons, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount burst a blood vessel.

Sam Ewing, rider of Liberty Star (GB) trained by James McAuley, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung right in the straight.

The Stewards received a report from Mr. P. L. Malone, Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that L.T. McAteer, rider of Haayem (FR), weighed in at 1.1 lbs overweight. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who accepted that this was the case. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that L. T. McAteer was in breach of Rule 231(iii) and having considered L. T. McAteer's record in this regard the Stewards cautioned him on this occasion.

S. Foley, rider of Golden Lyric (GB) trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of Scales that he had to take a check in the last hundred yards.

The Stewards enquired into an incident in the closing stages involving Belmont Avenue, ridden by D.P. McDonogh, placed first and Golden Lyric (GB), ridden by S. Foley, placed second, where it appeared that Golden Lyric had to check off heels. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. S. Foley stated that he took a precautionary check but that his race was run and the incident did not cost him anything. D. P. McDonogh stated that he had quickened up very well and he felt he was well clear. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that D. P. McDonogh was in breach of Rule 214, in that he had ridden carelessly. Having considered D. P. McDonogh's record in this regard the Stewards suspended D. P. McDonogh for one raceday.

S. Foley, rider of Lust For Life trained by Ciaran Murphy, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount never handled the track.

D. McMonagle, rider of My Friend Fred trained by T.G.McCourt, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount leaned right up the straight.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Lust For Life, trained by Ciaran Murphy, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be blowing hard post race.

The Stewards interviewed M.A. Gallagher, rider of Monzoon (GB), concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted that he was in breach of the regulation and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that M. A. Gallagher was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g, excessive frequency. Having considered M. A. Gallagher's record in this regard the Stewards cautioned him on this occasion.

S. Foley, rider of Bell I Am trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount jumped right from the gates.

Siobhan Rutledge, rider of Freds Honour trained by E. D. Delany, reported to the Clerk of Scales that her mount was very keen.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Port Lockroy (FR), trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

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

Mr. J. M. McGrath (Chairman),

Mr. N. B. Wachman,

Mr. P. Law,

Mr. M. F. O'Donoghue.

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