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

D. King replaced S.A. Mulcahy on Bal De Rio (FR), trained by Denis Gerard Hogan (Race 2)(injured)
S.W. Flanagan rode Evenwood Sonofagun (reserve) trained by Richard John O'Brien (Race 2)

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The Stewards fined John Brassil, trainer, €65 for fitting the incorrect head gear to Onthewaytowin prior to entering the parade ring and ordered that the error be rectified before going to the start.

T.N. Brett, rider of Gallant Flame trained by Ms Margaret Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount lost considerable ground at the start.

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C.D. Maxwell, rider of Two Shoe Tom trained by Dermot Anthony McLoughlin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left throughout.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Rebel Rose, trained by Mark Fahey, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

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E. Walsh, rider of Daly Tiger (FR) trained by Noel Meade, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled.

The Stewards interviewed L.P. Dempsey, rider of Darasso (FR), 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 Regulation 10 and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that L.P. Dempsey was in breach of Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record, they suspended him for 3 racedays.

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Mr H.E. Sexton, rider of Srowland Jack trained by Adrian Sexton, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his saddle slipped.

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The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Ezine (GB), trained by D. K. Weld, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Sir Antonino trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung continuously left and right in the closing stages.

The Stewards interviewed D.P. McDonogh, rider of Sir Antonino, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that his mount ran around both left and right in the closing stages and that some of his whip use was for corrective purposes. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that D.P. McDonogh was in breach of Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record, they suspended him for 3 racedays.

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The Stewards interviewed W.J. Lee, rider of Unanswered (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 Regulation 10. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that W.J. Lee was in breach of Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record, they suspended him for 2 racedays.

J.A. Heffernan, rider of Scenic Look trained by Adrian Murray, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ducked a little left when under pressure.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting: Mr. Justice Raymond Groarke (Chairman), Mr. M.J. Doyle, Mr. Con O'Mahony, Dr. Tom McDonogh, Mr. P.D. Matthews.

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