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

C. P. Millar replaced J.P. Shinnick on Alright Darling, trained by Daniel G. Murphy (Race 3)(Stood down).
Mr. J. W. Hendrick replaced Mr J.H. Williamson on Jo's Secret, trained by A.J.Martin (Race 7)(stood down)

046A Leopardstown Members M'dn H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Zillow (GB), trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

046B 1888 Restaurant (Mares) M'dn H'dle

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident after the start of this race involving Barnahash Primrose, ridden by B. Hayes, placed first, Full Of Life (FR), ridden by Rachael Blackmore, placed third, Glens Lullaby, ridden by Sam Ewing, faller, and Miss Mini Bee, ridden by S.D. Torrens, placed sixth, where it appeared there was contact between several horses just as they jumped off. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Raceday Stewards that Music Of Life trained by E. J. O'Grady had suffered from heat stress post race.

046C QuinnBet (Mares) H'cap H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Raceday Stewards that Misty Milan trained by Declan Queally was found to have blood at both nostrils post race possibly as a result of a fall.

046D QuinnBet H'cap H'dle

The Raceday Stewards granted a request from Tom Hogan, trainer of Milan Dollar Lady, for an additional ten minutes to present his charge for identification by an IHRB official in accordance with the provisions of Rule 90

The Raceday Stewards interviewed T.E. O'Connor, rider of Mellem, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted he was in breach of the regulation and apologised. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that T. E. O'Connor was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g (excessive frequency) and having considered his record in this regard (first offence) the Raceday Stewards suspended T. E. O'Connor for four racedays.

K.C. Sexton, rider of The Lucky Lobster (GB), trained by Declan Queally, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran too keen.

046G Irish Stallion Farms EBF(M)INH Flat Race

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Sugar Cookie (FR), trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages of this race involving Early Bird, ridden by Mr. D. O'Connor, placed fourth, Hello Jean, ridden by Miss. J. Townend, placed third, Jo's Secret, ridden by Mr. J. W. Hendrick, placed fifth, and Moon Eclipse, ridden by Mr. P. J. Cody, placed first, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Mr. D. O'Connor stated that he maintained his line and was unaware of any interference. Miss J. Townend stated that her mount was intimidated by the horse on her outside and moved in slightly. Mr. J. W. Hendrick stated that his race was run when he received slight interference from his outside. Mr. P. J. Cody stated that he maintained his line and caused no interference. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that while Hello Jean had caused interference to Jo's Secret she did not improve her finishing position as a result of this interference so they made no alteration to the Judge’s placings and took no further action.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Mr F. R. Buckley, rider of Voodoo Angel, 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 regulation and apologised. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that Mr. F. R. Buckley was in breach of Regulation 10. 3. h (arm above shoulder height) and having considered his record in this regard (second offence) the Raceday Stewards suspended Mr. F. R. Buckley for four racedays.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Ms. M. Cosgrave (Chairman),

Mr. J. Rearden,

Mr. P. Law,

Mr. R. Hall,

Mr. H. T. Hynes.

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