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

J.C. Gainford rode Bedelia (reserve) trained by John Joseph Hanlon (Race 4)

147A Adare Manor Opportunity M'dn H'dle

The Raceday Stewards received a report from Ms. J. Taylor, Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer, that Nawraq, trained by Kevin M Smith, was found to be a gelding and not a colt as shown on the passport presented. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards fined Kevin M. Smith €130 in accordance with the provisions of Rule 148(xii)

The Raceday Stewards enquired into the start of this race involving Mr Chester, ridden by Cian Cullinan, unplaced, and She's No Fool, ridden by G.B. Noonan, unplaced, where it appeared both horses lost considerable ground at the start. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned and the I.H.R.B starter Mr. J. Banahan. Mr. J. Banahan stated that he was aware of Mr Chester being difficult and when he felt Mr Chester and She's No Fool had joined the remaining pack he let them go. Cian Cullinan stated his mount was very reluctent to line up and planted himself as the tape was dropped. G.B. Noonan stated that he was looking for an extra second or two to join the group as he was not entirely happy the way he was facing and as a result he lost ground at the start. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards took no further action.

M.P. O'Connor, rider of Klassman, trained by Shane Nolan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jumped left throughout.

J.P. Shinnick, rider of Late Vocation, trained by P.F.McEnery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left throughout.

At the request of the Raceday Stewards, P. Hanlon, rider of Rodney, trained by John Joseph Hanlon, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount didn't handle the track and was outpaced early on.

At the request of the Raceday Stewards, N.J. Ryan, rider of The Rebel County, trained by Noel Meade, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was inconvenienced by the start of this race, was further back than he wished, and also then became outpaced and jumped sticky thereafter.

The Raceday Stewards informed Sarah Dawson, trainer of Mr Chester that a repeat performance by her charge being very unruly prior to the start of this race may render the animal liable to a suspension.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Mr Chester, trained by Sarah Dawson, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

A.P. Kelly, rider of Nelson's Lady, trained by Peter Fahey, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount felt short of his action cantering back.

147D Midlands National 12th July H'cap H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Tannery Park (GB), trained by Barry Connell, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

M.J.M O'Sullivan, rider of Tannery Park (GB), trained by Barry Connell, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled and made a couple of mistakes.

147F Cooke's Bar & Restaurant Caragh Hcap Sch

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined General Clermont (FR), trained by D.E.Fitzgerald, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be have mucus post race on endoscopic examination.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident approaching the last fence involving Somptueux (FR), ridden by Rachael Blackmore, placed third, Optional Mix, ridden by S. O'Callaghan, placed second, and Mousey Brown, ridden by P.J. O'Hanlon, placed first, where it appeared Somptueux ran slightly short of room. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

147G Follow Kilbeggan (P-Am) INH Flat Race

P. Hanlon, rider of Buddy's Choice, trained by John Joseph Hanlon, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran green throughout.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Dysart Dazzler, ridden by Mr P.W. Mullins, placed first, and Serious Chat, ridden by Mr J.L. Gleeson, placed second, where it appeared interference occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Mr. J.L. Gleeson stated that he received a couple of bumps costing him momentum. Mr. P.W. Mullins stated that his mount was rolling inwards after receiving a bump and also stated that he corrected his mount any time he felt him coming off his line Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that while Dysart Dazzler had caused interference to Serious Chat he did not improve his finishing position as a result of this interference so they made no alteration to the Judge’s placings, and took no further action.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. J. Rearden (Chairman),
Mr. Justice Tony Hunt,
Mr. J Osborne,
Mr. H. Lappin,
Mr. P. Deegan.

The Raceday Stewards received a report from Mr. L. Wyer, Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board, Clerk of the Course, in relation to Races 5 and 6 that there was a distance adjustment to facilitate the starting point in these races for safety reasons. Having considered the report, the Raceday Stewards using their powers suspended Rule 53 on this occasion.

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