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

C. J. MacRedmond rode Muraahin (GB) (reserve), trained by J.F. Levins (Race 4).
Izzy Clifton rode Rudisha (reserve), trained by J.G. Murray (Race 5)
L. T. McAteer rode Dark Kris (reserve), trained by P.J.F. Murphy (Race 5).
C. J. MacRedmond rode Vita Veritas (reserve), trained by John Joseph Murphy (Race 7)

236B Bordeaux Racecourse Rated Race

D. McMonagle, rider of Sheer Bravado trained by Patrick Martin, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount leaned left in the straight.

A.J. Slattery, rider of Rebel Tale (USA) trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was slowly away.

236C M.D. O’Shea Vincent O'Brien Ruby Stakes

J.A. Heffernan, rider of Khartoum (USA) trained by A.P.O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was slowly away after getting upset in the stalls.

S.M. Crosse, rider of Neptune Rock trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount did not have much room in the straight.

The Stewards requested a report from A.P.O'Brien, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Horoscope, placed first, as compared with its most recent run. Chris Armstrong, Authorised representative for the trainer concerned stated that their charge did not handle the track at Galway on the 27th of July and the return to a track where he has previously won coupled with a smaller field today had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanation given.

236D The Laurels Pub Kingdom Gold Cup H'cap

M.A. Gallagher, rider of Pempie trained by Eddie & Patrick Harty, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount raced freely.

The Stewards enquired into an incident in the home straight involving Springbank, ridden by C.J. MacRedmond, unplaced, Rebellito (FR), ridden by K.J. Manning, unplaced, Morph Speed, ridden by C.D. Hayes, placed first and Nibiru, ridden by Siobhan Rutledge, unplaced, where it appeared that Rebellito got tight for room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. C. J. MacRedmond stated that his mount leaned in. K. J. Manning stated that he received pressure from his outside. Siobhan Rutledge stated that she received minor interference. C. D. Hayes stated that his mount leaned in but was well clear. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that any interference that occurred was accidental, and they took no further action other than to advise C. J. MacRedmond to ride with more awareness in the future.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Morph Speed trained by Richard John O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount leaned left in the straight.

236E1 The Irish Examiner H'cap

The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Dark Design, ridden by G.F. Carroll, placed first and All Things Bright, ridden by L.T. McAteer, placed second, where it appeared that interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. G. F. Carroll stated that he was tight for room all the way up the straight and there was contact between the two. L. T. McAteer accepted that his mount had drifted in at the 150 pole but stated that his mount suffered interference closer to the line but it cost him nothing. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that any interference caused was accidental and that no alteration to the Judge's placings was necessary.

The Stewards interviewed L.T. McAteer, rider of All Things Bright, 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 rule and apologised. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that L. T. McAteer was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g, excessive frequency. Having considered L. T. McAteer's record in this regard the Stewards suspended L. T. McAteer for two racedays.

The Stewards enquired into an incident going to the first bend involving Legal Thriller, ridden by K.J. Manning, placed fifth, Indiana Grey, ridden by D. McMonagle, unplaced, Sansevero Chapel, ridden by Melanie Horsman, unplaced and Champagne Breath, ridden by M.A. Enright, unplaced, where it appeared that Indiana Grey had to check off heels and bumped into Champagne Breath. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. K. J. Manning stated that as he crossed over he had to check off heels. D. McMonagle stated that he had to check off heels. Melanie Horsman stated that she did not suffer any interference. M. A. Enright stated that he suffered a bad bump to the hind quarters. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that K. J. Manning was in breach of Rule 214, in that he had ridden carelessly. Having considered K. J. Manning's record in this regard the Stewards suspended K. J. Manning for one raceday.

D. McMonagle, rider of Indiana Grey trained by Patrick Martin, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was badly hampered after the road crossing.

236E2 The Irish Examiner H'cap

L. T. McAteer, rider of Dark Kris trained by P.J.F. Murphy, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was slowly away.

The Stewards reviewed an incident approaching the first bend involving Skontonovski (GB), ridden by C.J. MacRedmond, where it appeared that he momentarily had to check. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

236F Killarney Racegoers Club Apprentice Hcap

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Abstract, trained by D. K. Weld, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

C. J. MacRedmond, rider of Vita Veritas trained by John Joseph Murphy, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was tight for room a furlong and a half out.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Wajaaha, trained by Cathal Byrnes, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. Samples were taken for further analysis.

At the request of the Stewards, P.A. Harnett, rider of Wajaaha, trained by Cathal Byrnes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was flat out all the way and he then met trouble in running before running on past tired horses when too late.

J.A. Powell, rider of White Desert trained by Miss Amanda Mooney, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount badly missed the break.

D.W. O'Connor, rider of Anyonecanhaveitall (GB) trained by M.Halford, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was tight for room inside the last furlong.

A.J. Slattery, rider of Lighthouse Lady trained by Edmond Kent, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount rolled left in the last furlong.

236G Muckross (QR) Race

The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Dalton Highway, ridden by Mr F. Maguire, placed first and Royal Illusion, ridden by Mr P.W. Mullins, placed fourth, where it appeared that interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Mr. F. Maguire stated that they raced very close and his mount rolled out a little when he pulled his whip through to his left. Mr. P. W. Mullins stated that he felt pressure from his inside pushing him out but he did not feel it cost him the race. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that while Dalton Highway had caused interference to Royal Illusion, he did not improve his finishing position as a result of this interference so they made no alteration to the Judge's placings. They were however, satisfied that Mr. F. Maguire was in breach of Rule 214, in that he had ridden carelessly. Having considered Mr. F. Maguire's record in this regard the Stewards suspended Mr. F. Maguire for two racedays

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. John Moloney (Chairman),

Mr. Paddy Barry,

Mr. Michael Doyle,

Mr. L. Walsh.

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