The Stewards interviewed H.J. Horgan, rider of Rockfish, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that H.J. Horgan was in breach of Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record, they suspended him for 2 racedays.

Following a request from broadcasters, the Stewards granted permission for a 1 minute delay to race 2.

The Stewards interviewed Adrian O'Shea, rider of Secret Secret, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that Adrian O'Shea was in breach of Regulatiion 10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record, they cautioned him on this occasion.

The Stewards informed Luke Comer, trainer that Angel In The Sky, would have to be recertified before being declared to run from stalls again.

S. Foley, rider of Timemakesitfine, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was slowly away from the stalls.

Mrs.A.M.O'Shea, trainer of Contrapposto, reported to the Clerk of Scales that her charge was found to have burst blood vessels.

K.J. Leonard, rider of Althib (GB) trained by Denis Gerard Hogan, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount missed the break and ran free throughout.

The Stewards requested a report from G.M.Lyons, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of My Mystique, placed first, as compared with its recent form. The trainer reported that the first time application of blinkers appeared to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanation offered.

R.P. Whelan, rider of Stranagone trained by Tracey Collins, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount lost its action in the straight.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Stranagone, trained by Tracey Collins, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

Tracey Collins, trainer of Stranagone, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her charge was very excited post race.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Peddlers Pass, trained by Francis Casey, 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. N.P. Lambert (Chairman),
Ms. Meta Osborne,
Mr. Michael Murphy,
Mr. Patrick McCartan,
Mr. P.D. Matthews.

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