The Stewards fined the following trainer in respect of their non-runner:-
Barry Connell, trainer of Enniskerry (Ground) - €200025A EBF Paddy & Maureen Mullins (M) Hcap Hdl
The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident after passing the stands first time involving Queens Gamble, ridden by Rachael Blackmore, placed sixth, Lily Du Berlais (GB), ridden by J.J. Slevin, unplaced, and Vischio, ridden by D.E. Mullins, placed first, where it appeared Lily Du Berlais got tight for room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Rachael Blackmore stated that she received pressure from her outside and felt it was just general bunching. J. J. Slevin stated that he rode to hold his position as he got a little pressure from his outside. D. E. Mullins stated that he got a little pressure from both sides. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found Rachael Blackmore, was in breach of Rule 214 in that she had ridden carelessly, and having considered her record in this regard (first offence) the Raceday Stewards suspended Rachael Blackmore for two racedays.
The Raceday Stewards enquired into the first approach to the starter by the field involving Cottesloe Sunshine, ridden by R. Deegan, unplaced, Lily Du Berlais (GB), ridden by J.J. Slevin, unplaced, Disco Dancer, ridden by D.J Gilligan, placed fourth, Amanha (FR), ridden by P.J. O'Hanlon, unplaced, Cast A Spell, ridden by C.M. Quirke, unplaced, Savante, ridden by C. Stone-Walsh, unplaced, Qualimita (FR), ridden by S. Ewing, placed third, Thisistheway, ridden by D.J. O'Keeffe, placed fifth, Straight Home, ridden by P. Townend, unplaced, Kimy (FR), ridden by J. Coen, placed second, Deons Diamond, ridden by G.B. Noonan, unplaced, Arch Enemy, ridden by J. Kearney, unplaced, and Boghlone Honey, ridden by S.D. Torrens, unplaced, where it appeared they may have failed to comply with instructions from the starter. Evidence was heard from the IHRB Starter. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that all riders were in breach of Rule 208(v)(b) and having considered the record of all riders in this regard the Raceday Stewards suspended R. Deegan, J. J. Slevin, D. J. Gilligan, P. J. O'Hanlon, S. Ewing, D. J. O'Keeffe, P. Townend, G. B. Noonan, J. Kearney and S. D. Torrens for one raceday, and C. M. Quirke, C. Stone Walsh and J. Coen for two racedays. C. P. Millar was given Stewards permission not to attend this enquiry and his actions were referred to the Referrals Committee.
T.Hogan, trainer of Cast A Spell, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge was found to be in season post race.
025C Tattersalls Ireland Novice H'dleD.J Gilligan, rider of Whinney Hill (GB), trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly.
025D Ladbrokes Dublin S'chaseThe Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Gaelic Warrior (GER), trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to have a small skin wound over lateral sesamoid left fore but to be otherwise post race normal.
Prior to this race, the official going description on the Chase track changed to yielding.
025E O'Driscolls Leopardstown H'cap S'chaseThe Raceday Stewards reviewed the fields first approach to the starter before the flag was raised and were satisfied that no further action was warranted.
025G Timeless Sash Windows H'cap H'dleB. Hayes, rider of Highwind (FR), trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was impeded by a faller at the last.
025H Coolmore NH Sires EBF (M) INH Flat RaceThe Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Future Prospect, trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
GENERAL INFORMATIONThe following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. T. Breen (Chairman),
Mr. P. Reynolds,
Mr. J. Tyrrell,
Mr. N. McCaffrey,
Mr. L. Walsh.
Disclaimer: Please note this information is provisional and is subject to amendment until published in the Irish Racing Calendar.