The Stewards fined the following trainer in respect of their non-runner:-

Gerard O'Leary, trainer of True Artist (off feed) - €200

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

L. A. McKenna rode Brookie (reserve) trained by A.J.Martin (Race 2)
P. T. Smithers rode Elusive Guy (reserve) trained by Jarlath P.Fahey (Race 3).
G. Brouder replaced R.A. Doyle on Bluebell Diva, trained by M.F.Morris (Race 4)(Stewards permission)
A. P. Kelly replaced K.E Buckley on Getaclan, trained by D.McNamara (Race 7)(stood down)

352A Christmas At LimerickRaces.ie M'dn H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Be Fierce, trained by T.M. Walsh, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

352B1 Adare Manor Opportunity M'dn H'dle

The Raceday Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Coole Vision, ridden by S. Fitzgerald, and trained by Norman Lee. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. S. Fitzgerald, stated that his instructions were to settle his mount towards the rear of the field as it can be a difficult ride, to get it jumping and to do the best he could. He said his mount jumped and settled well and that he stayed on one paced in the home straight under a hands and heels ride passing tired horses. Norman Lee, confirmed the instructions given and expressed his satisfaction with the ride. He stated that his charge can be very difficult to settle and has failed to finish well on its previous runs as a result of this. He further informed the Raceday Stewards that his charge has suffered from wind problems in the past and this is why he had instructed the rider to ride patiently throughout. The Raceday Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer, who stated that Coole Vision was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards noted the explanations offered.

352B2 Adare Manor Opportunity M'dn H'dle

M.J.M O'Sullivan, rider of Tony's Pet (FR) trained by Barry Connell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jumped carelessly.

P.K. Donovan, rider of Cool Cookie Claude trained by Patrick G.Kelly, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was impeded by the broken rail when the front runner ran out at the second last.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Cool Cookie Claude, at the request of trainer, Patrick G.Kelly, and reported the animal to have sustained a wound to his right four pastern post race.

352C Annual Membership (Mares) H'cap H'dle

Kieran Callaghan, rider of Irregularheartbeat trained by Terence O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly and pulled up.

352E Follow Us On Twitter H'cap H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Huit Reflets (FR), trained by Miss Elizabeth Doyle, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

C.A. Landers, rider of Positive Thinker trained by Michael J. McDonagh, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount suffered interference in the closing stages. The Raceday Stewards subsequently reviewed the footage and were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

352F Patrickswell Opportunity H'cap H'dle

A. P. Kelly, rider of Getaclan trained by D.McNamara, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right throughout.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. John O'Shaughnessy (Chairman),
Mr. John G. Moloney,
Dr. Tom McDonagh,
Mr. J. Patrick Barry,
Mr. L. Walsh.

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