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

T. O'Connor rode Bigira (FR) (reserve) trained by Mark Fahey (Race 4)
Mr. D. O'Connor rode Kevlar (FR) (reserve) trained by A.J.Martin (Race 8)
L. Quinlan replaced J. Aherne on The Little Yank, trained by John Patrick Ryan (Race 4)(stood down)
H. Sexton replaced P. Hanlon on Topgun Simmy, trained by John Joseph Hanlon (Race 5)(Stood down)
K. E. Buckley replaced M.P. O'Connor on Le Coq Hardi, trained by Henry de Bromhead (Race 7)(Stood down)
P. Cleary replaced G. Brouder on Hardwired, trained by T.M. Walsh (Race 7)(Stood down).
L. Quinlan replaced G. Brouder on Mr McWhinny, trained by Paul John Gilligan (Race 6)(Stood down)

166A Follow Kilbeggan On Instagram (M) H'dle

K. Callaghan, rider of Adela Icon, trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran keen throughout.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Raceday Stewards that Peg Of The Hills trained by Patrick Joseph Hayes had bit its tongue in running.

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The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Bannow Blaze, trained by Jonathan Fogarty, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

Mr D. O'Connor, rider of Hillstar Blues, trained by Sean Aherne, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that he was not happy with his mounts action from the last to the line. The IHRB Veterinary officer examined Hillstar Blues and reported the animal to be post race normal. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the matter, including the content of the report, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that, although Mr. D. O'Connor appeared to ease down in the closing stages, no further action was warranted on this occasion.

Mr A. Burke-Ott, rider of Remma, trained by Eoin Christopher McCarthy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount burst a blood vessel. The IHRB Veterinary Officer examined Remma and reported the animal to have blood at both nostrils post race.

166C1 Belvedere House & Gardens Hcap Hdle

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident at the last flight with a circuit to go involving Isthereonemoreinme, ridden by G. Brouder, faller, Conflict Lady, ridden by P. Hanlon, brought down, and Rebellious Gale, ridden by J. Smith, brought down, where it appeared Isthereonemoreinme fell and brought down Conflict Lady. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

C.P. Millar, rider of Hidalgo Des Mottes (FR), trained by Eoin Griffin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly.

K.E Buckley, rider of Run For Cover, trained by Martin Brassil, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jumped a hurdle on the way to the start despite his best efforts to prevent it from doing so. Having viewed a recording of the incident and considered the matter the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident shortly after the start involving Hidalgo Des Mottes (FR), ridden by C.P. Millar, unplaced, Love Like This, ridden by J. Aherne, faller, Derby Rock, ridden by C.G. O'Dwyer, placed fifth, Isthereonemoreinme, ridden by G. Brouder, unplaced, and Jonny Mansie, ridden by J.P. O'Sullivan, placed first, where it appeared Love Like This was squeezed out and clipped a heel. Having viewed the available video recording of the incident and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that the incident was caused by general bunching as the runners jumped away and that no further action was warranted.

166C2 Belvedere House & Gardens Hcap Hdle

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident in the closing stages of this race involving Red Secret (CAN), ridden by J. Smith, placed fourth, and Southgate Avenue, ridden by Niall Moore, placed third, where it appeared there was contact between the two. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

At the request of the Raceday Stewards, C.G. O'Dwyer, rider of Arnacoeur (FR), trained by Conor O'Dwyer, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount can be very free and has to be ridden detached from the field to get it to settle and he was ridden the same way last time out when he won.

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C.P. Millar, rider of Clodders Dream (GB), trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount made a bad mistake and was pulled up.

B. Bromley, rider of I Love My Baie (FR), trained by S.R.B. Crawford, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount jinked from one of the fallers and he was unseated.

166F Belvedere Galway Plate Trial Hcap Schase

C.P. Millar, rider of Lightkeeper, trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was left ten lengths at the start. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the matter the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed C.D Smithers, rider of Ashdale Bob, 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 Raceday Stewards were satisfied that C. D. Smithers was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g (excessive frequency) and having considered his record in this regard (first offence) the Raceday Stewards suspended C. D. Smithers for two racedays.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed H. E. Sexton, rider of Gaelic Arc, 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 whip regulation and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that H. E. Sexton was in breach of Regulation 10.3.i (time to respond) and having considered his record in this regard (first offence) the Raceday Stewards suspended H. E. Sexton for two racedays

166G Midlands National (Pro-Am) INH Flat Race

The Raceday Stewards granted permission for Rathmolyon Roller to run in accordance with the provision of Rule 90(v) as positive identification could be made but there were discrepancies in the markings as recorded in the Passport. The Trainer shall have 30 days to update the passport to the satisfaction of an IHRB Veterinary Officer/Assistant.

Mr S. Connor, rider of Takenasred, trained by S.R.B. Crawford, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly.

Mr E.P. O'Brien, rider of Crokes Cross, trained by Edward F. Power, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left throughout.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. Niall Rooney (Chairman),

Mr. Justice Tony Hunt,

Mr. Ray Mahon,

Mr. W. Penrose

Mr. A. Ring.

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