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Leopardstown 22nd October 2023

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

C.T. Keane replaced G.F. Carroll on Mutasarref (GB), trained by G.M.Lyons (Race 2)(intended mount a non runner)
G.F. Carroll replaced A.J. Slattery on Bells On Her Toes, trained by Andrew Slattery (Race 2)(Injured)
B.M. Coen replaced A.J. Slattery on Sunchart (GB), trained by Andrew Slattery (Race 4)(Injured)
D.P. McDonogh replaced A.J. Slattery on Quantum Light, trained by Andrew Slattery (Race 6)(Injured)
W.J. Lee replaced A.J. Slattery on Smooth Tom, trained by Andrew Slattery (Race 7)(Injured)

322A GAIN The Advantage Series H'cap

Adam Caffrey, rider of Half Nutz, trained by Adrian McGuinness, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that he had to take a slight check at the two furlong pole.

C. Stone-Walsh, rider of Arch Enemy, trained by Patrick Magee, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount met with interference in the straight. The Raceday Stewards reviewed the footage and were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

C.T. Keane, rider of Hokusai, trained by Noel Meade, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got no luck in running in the home straight.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Coolree, trained by Miss Jennifer Anne Lynch, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

322B Bahrain Turf Club Knockaire Stakes

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Snapraeterea, trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran keen throughout.

322C Manguard Plus H'cap

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from A.P.O'Brien, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Farnborough, placed first, as compared with its recent form. Chris Armstrong, Authorised Representative for A.P. O'Brien, trainer, stated that a combination of a liking for the track, todays ground and trip contributed to the apparent improvement in form today. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted the content of the report.

322D Thomas's Of Foxrock Memorial Trigo Stks

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Sprewell, trained by Mrs John Harrington, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

S. Foley, rider of Sprewell, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right in the final four furlongs.

322E Christmas Festival Tickets On Sale H'cap

The Raceday Stewards interviewed G.F. Carroll, rider of Global Energy (GB), concerning his use of the whip in latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. In his evidence G.F. Carroll accepted he was in breach of the regulation and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards found G.F. Carroll was in breach of R.10.3(g)(frequency) and in considering his record in this regard they cautioned him on this occasion.

322F The Gables Foxrock Cup M'dn

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the final furlong involving Military Alliance, ridden by G.M. Ryan, placed second, Come On The Lads, ridden by C.T. Keane, placed third, and Givemehoperosa, ridden by R.P. Whelan, placed first, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. In his evidence G.M. Ryan stated that he was staying on late when he had to switch inside Come On The Lads. C.T.Keane stated that his mount was intimidated by Givemehoperosa drifting left but no contact was made. R.P. Whelan stated that his mount drifted slightly left away from the horse on his outside but he quickly corrected her. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence,the Raceday Stewards took no further action.

P.A. Harnett, rider of Golden Goose, trained by Miss Tara Lee Cogan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount missed the break.

322G Dublin To Bahrain October H'cap

S. Foley, rider of Whileuweresleeping (GB), trained by Eoghan Joseph O'Neill, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran very keen for the first furlong.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. T. Breen (Chairman),
Mr. J. Weld,
Mr. S. Collins,
Mr. F. Kenny,
Mr. H. Hynes.



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


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