The Stewards fined the following trainer in respect of their non-runner:-

S. Curling, trainer of Method Madness (Off-feed) - €200

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

E. Walsh rode Fakir D'alene (FR) (reserve), trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 4).
P. J. Cawley rode Helly Hansum (reserve), trained by Denis Gerard Hogan (Race 5).

233A1 Pat Doyle Memorial M'dn H'dle

Following a request from broadcasters, the Stewards granted permission for the following delays: Race 1 + 1 minute

C.D. Maxwell, rider of Appleburg trained by Thomas Cooper, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount made an abnormal respiratory noise four furlongs out..

The Stewards informed V.Clifford, trainer of Anakar, that a repeat performance from his charge, who refused to line up, may render the animal liable to suspension.

233A2 Pat Doyle Memorial M'dn H'dle

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Stoneyford Boy, ridden by G. Brouder, and trained by Andrew McNamara. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. G. Brouder, stated that his instructions were to drop his mount in and get him to settle, as he can be very free, and to achieve his best possible finishing position. He stated that his mount was still quite keen and did not jump particularly well but he picked up well when he asked him for his effort and then missed the second last. Furthermore, he added that he then felt he was not going to catch the first and second horses and he thought it was unnecessary to be hard on his mount when he had already achieved his best placing. The Stewards noted the evidence of Andrew McNamara, who confirmed the instructions given but felt that G. Brouder could have put his mount into the race earlier and made more effort in the closing stages. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Stoneyford Boy was post race normal. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards found G. Brouder in breach of Rule 212.A.(ii), in that he had failed to make a genuine attempt to obtain from his mount timely, real and substantial efforts to achieve the best possible placing. Having considered G. Brouder's record in this regard the Stewards suspended G. Brouder for fourteen racedays and ordered that he forfeit his riding fee. Furthermore, pursuant to the provisions of Rule 212.C.(d), the Stewards suspended Stoneyford Boy for fourty two racedays.

233C Sean Hughes Mem. Opportunity M'dn H'dle

S.F. O'Keeffe, rider of Sunday At Julia's trained by Paul Nolan, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount lost its action and was pulled up.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Sunday At Julia's, trained by Paul Nolan, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

H. Morgan, rider of Florrie Webb trained by Henry de Bromhead, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount felt wrong going to the last and he pulled up but it was subsequently sound.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Estijmaam (GB), at the request of trainer, Mrs John Harrington, and reported the animal to be post race normal.

233D Coola H'cap H'dle

Jordan Williams, rider of Mrs Davies trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was hampered by a faller and was pulled up.

D.J. McInerney, rider of Galuppi (GB) trained by J.R.Finn, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was reluctant to jump off, never travelled and then pulled itself up.

The Stewards interviewed J.R.Finn, trainer of Galuppi (GB), concerning the conduct of this horse who was reluctant to race and pulled itself up. The Stewards advised J.R.Finn, that, having considered Galuppi's record in this regard and pursuant to rule 14(iii) they suspended Galuppi for forty two racedays.

233E Midland Breeders Supp Kilbegan Beg. S'ch

T. Ryan, rider of The Chapel Field trained by W.J.Austin, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount made several jumping errors.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. Anthony Ryan (Chairman),

Mr. Jack Rearden,

Dr. Frank kenny,

Mr. P. D. Matthews.

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