The Stewards fined the following trainer in respect of their non-runner:-
Joseph Patrick O'Brien, trainer of Valencia (off feed) - €200116A FITZ AGRIPLANT M'dn
A.J. Slattery, rider of Pete's Dream, trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got no run up the straight.
L.F. Roche, rider of Triumphant Knight, trained by William J. Fitzpatrick, reported to the Stewards' Secretary that his mount dwelt in the stalls and never got competitive as a result.
116B Captain Dara Fitzpatrick Memorial M'dnW.M. Lordan, rider of Roosevelt (GB), trained by A.P.O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount leaned right up the straight.
116C Al Shira'aa Racing 'Mutamakina' StakesThe Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident shortly after leaving the stalls involving Vera's Secret, ridden by J.A. Heffernan, placed first, Bella Isabella, ridden by C.D. Hayes, placed third, Chantez, ridden by J.J.G. Ryan, placed sixth, Fiery Lucy (GB), ridden by G.F. Carroll, placed second, and Sweet Chariot, ridden by W.M. Lordan, paced fifth, where it appeared numerous horses came close together. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. W.M. Lordan stated that his mount shied away from the horses on his inner. J.J.G. Ryan stated that it got a little bit tight. C.D. Hayes stated that his mount changed leads after crossing the road causing him to lean right. G.F. Carroll stated that he received a slight bump from his inside. J.A. Heffernan stated that he was clear of the horses on his inner but may have contributed to the incident. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that a breach of Rule 214 had not occurred. They were however satisfied that J.A. Heffernan was in breach of Rule 211(a)(moved to the railing before reaching the marker poles) and having considered his clean record in this regard, they suspended him for one raceday.
116D Porsche Breast Cancer Amethyst StakesThe Raceday Stewards informed A.P.O'Brien, trainer, through his Authorised Representative, that Diego Velazquez, would have to be recertified before being declared to run from stalls again.
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Lord Massusus, trained by Joseph G. Murphy, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
The Raceday Stewards requested a report from J.P. Murtagh, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Chicago Critic (GB), placed first, as compared with its most recent run. Denis Linehan, Authorised Representative for J.P. Murtagh, trainer, reported that his charge improved for the run and step up in trip which may have contributed to the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted the explanation given.
116F It's Family Day At Leopardstown (F) M'dnW.J. Lee, rider of Lady McC, trained by Natalia Lupini, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran freely.
K.G. Kennedy, rider of Metamorphic (GB), trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away.
116G Leopardstown Golf And Driving Range HcpD. McMonagle, rider of Masoun (FR), trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretary that his mount rounded the final bend badly. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.
116H Breast Cancer Ireland H'capThe Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Palmezzano, trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be clinically abnormal post race.
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Drucker (USA), trained by Andrew Slattery, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be blowing hard post race.
J.M. Sheridan, rider of Mister Adam (GB), trained by Gerard O'Leary, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left from two furlongs out.
D. McMonagle, rider of Palmezzano, trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount lost its action turning down the backstraight.
GENERAL INFORMATIONThe following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. T. Breen (Chairman),
Justice L. Reynolds,
Mr. S. Collins,
Mr. J. Weld,
Mr. L. Walsh.
Disclaimer: Please note this information is provisional and is subject to amendment until published in the Irish Racing Calendar.