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

D. Butler rode Bigira (FR) (reserve) trained by Mark Fahey (Race 2).
S.D. Torrens rode Ar Nos Na Gaoithe (reserve) trained by P.J. Rothwell (Race 4)
S.F. O'Keeffe replaced J.C. Gainford on Jasmin De Cotte (FR), trained by Paul Nolan (Race 6)(injured).

123A William Hill Play Responsibly M'dn H'dle

Following a request from broadcasters, the Raceday Stewards granted permission for a five minute delay to this race

Mr D.L. Queally, rider of Manatee Du Brizais (FR), trained by Declan Queally, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount couldn't lie up.

Rachael Blackmore, rider of Minella Buddy, trained by John J.Nallen, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her mount went wrong and pulled up.

123B William Hill Epic Boost H'cap H'dle

P.T. Enright, rider of Mattie's Mountain, trained by Eoin Christopher McCarthy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jumped a hurdle on the way to the start and couldn't pull up. Having viewed the recording of the incident and considered the matter the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that jumping the hurdle could not be avoided and took no further action.

M.M. McDonagh, rider of Betty Dutton, trained by E. J. O'Grady, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his lead cloth slipped back on the way to the start.

123C1 William Hill Epic Value M'dn H'dle

Shane Fenelon, rider of Real Empire (GB), trained by John Joseph Hanlon, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran very keen throughout.

At the request of the Raceday Stewards, Shane Fenelon, rider of Real Empire (GB), trained by John Joseph Hanlon, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran keen and missed a few hurdles. He further added that he is an awkward horse and raced awkwardly off the bridle.

123C2 William Hill Epic Value M'dn H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Brave Fortune, trained by P.M.J.Doyle, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

123D Kilbeggan H'cap H'dle

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident on the bend into the back straight involving Happy Jacky, ridden by S.W. Flanagan, placed fifth, Vina Ardanza, ridden by J. Coen, unplaced, and Donkey Years, ridden by C.P. McNamara, placed third, where it appeared Happy Jacky gets badly hampered. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. S.W. Flanagan stated that his line was completely taken on the bend. J. Coen stated that his mount lost his legs around the bend but felt he done his best to correct him immediately. C.P. McNamara stated that he received no pressure. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards did not apportion blame to any rider and took no further action.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident close to the line involving Ottizzini, ridden by J.J. Slevin, unplaced, and Futurum Regem, ridden by J.P. Shinnick, placed sixth, where it appeared Ottizzini clipped a heel. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. J.J. Slevin stated that Future Regem just marginally rolled in front of him on the line. J.P. Shinnick stated that he drifted in a small bit towards the rail. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found J.P. Shinnick was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly, and having considered his record in this regard (first offence), the Raceday Stewards suspended him for one raceday.

S.W. Flanagan, rider of Happy Jacky, trained by Mark Fahey, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was badly hampered on the bend into the back straight.

123E Cooke's Bar And Restaurant Beg. S'chase

Following a request from broadcasters, the Raceday Stewards granted permission for a two minute delay to this race

D.J. O'Keeffe, rider of Warm In Gorey, trained by P.J. Rothwell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount made a mistake at the last.

M.J.M O'Sullivan, rider of Emily In Paris, trained by D.E.Fitzgerald, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount burst a blood vessel.

123F William Hill Extra Places Daily Hcap Sch

Following a request from broadcasters, the Raceday Stewards granted permission for a one minute delay to this race

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident approximately fifty yards from the line involving Farmers Lodge, ridden by M.J.M O'Sullivan, placed fourth, The Dasher Conway, ridden by D. Meyler, placed first, and El Champo, ridden by J.P. O'Sullivan, placed third, where it appeared the three horses came close together. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

123G Racing Again June 2 (P-Am) INH Flat Race

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Mr. C. Mullins, rider of Rubies Or Gold, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. In his evidence, Mr. C. Mullins accepted 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 Mr. C. Mullins was in breach of R.10.3(i)(time to respond) and R10.3(h)(arm above shoulder height). Having taken his previous record into account (third offence), they suspended him for eight racedays. Furthermore, the Raceday Stewards ordered him to attend RACE for one day tuition on correct use of the whip.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. Anthony Ryan (Chairman),
Mr. Peter M. Allen,
Mr. Pierce G. Molony,
Mr. Philip F. Myerscough,
Mr. C.J. Sweeney.

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