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

G. Brouder replaced D.J. McInerney on Well Polly, trained by Miss J.M.Lee (Race 4)(Injury)
R.A. Doyle replaced D.J. McInerney on Hereditary Rule, trained by John C. McConnell (Race 6)(Injury)
M.P. O'Connor replaced G. Brouder on Seangoell, trained by Norman Lee (Race 7)(Injured)

053B Irish Wire EBF Shannon Spray (M) Nov Hdl

J.W. Kennedy, rider of Rock On Cassie, trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount didn't handle the ground.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Brampton Belle (GB), trained by Henry de Bromhead, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

053D1 Croom H'cap H'dle

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Stolen Moment, ridden by Miss S. Ahern, and trained by Sean Aherne. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. Miss Ahern, stated that her instructions were to take her time and get her horse home, the ground was an unknown and she held her up and gave her plenty of light. In the race itself, her mount jumped well, better than expected, she jumped the last two well and finished out her race well. Sean Aherne confirmed the instructions given and expressed his satisfaction with the ride given. He stated that this is a small mare and he wanted her to come home. He was very satisfied to finish second and he felt if the rider went for her sooner she wouldn't have come home as well. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Stolen Moment was post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered but advised Miss Ahern to be seen to make a greater effort in similar circumstances in future.

053D2 Croom H'cap H'dle

J.B. Foley, rider of Battle Of Benburb trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left throughout.

053F BetVictor H'cap S'chase

The Stewards enquired into an incident after the last fence involving Balkito (FR), ridden by E. Walsh and Sir Bob, ridden by P.T. Enright, where it appeared Balkito(FR) crossed Sir Bob. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards took no further action other than to advise E. Walsh to react faster in a similar incident in future.

C.P. McNamara, rider of Owl Creek Bridge trained by E. McNamara, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly in the straight.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. John O'Shaughnessy (Chairman)
Ms. Jill Farrell
Mr. Paul Ronan
Mr. Bryan Murphy
Mr. L. Walsh

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