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

G. Brouder rode Trixie Mc (reserve), trained by Thomas Gibney (Race 3)
B. Browne replaced M.P. O'Connor on Yulong Voice (GB), trained by Shane Nolan (Race 5)(Stood down)

279B Allman Contracts Novice H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Benbulben Boy, trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Stewards reviewed an incident in the closing stages involving Ballywilliam Boy, ridden by M.M. McDonagh, placed second and Impervious, ridden by M.P. O'Connor, placed first, where it appeared that there was contact between the two. Having viewed the recording of the incident and considered the matter, the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

279C M.J. Carroll ARRO H'cap H'dle

G.Brouder, rider of Trixie Mc trained by Thomas Gibney, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount ran too keen.

279D1 Kathleen Walsh Memorial H'cap H'dle

C.P. McNamara, rider of My Friend The Wind trained by E. McNamara, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount lost his action after the second last hurdle.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Icee M B A, trained by Michael Hourigan, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Stewards interviewed C.D. Maxwell, rider of I Can't Remember, concerning his use of the whip in this race having received a report, which included photographic evidence, from the IHRB Veterinary Officer. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated he used his whip before the turn in on five or six occasions and not at all in the home straight and was surprised at the Veterinary report. Furthermore, he presented his whip to the Stewards for inspection. Having viewed a recording of the race, the manner in which the whip was used and the good condition of the whip, the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted on this occasion.

279D2 Kathleen Walsh Memorial H'cap H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Yulong Voice (GB), trained by Shane Nolan, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

279E Charlie Chute Memorial H'cap S'chase

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Zoffalee (FR) trained by Andrew McNamara was found to have blood at both nostrils post race.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Rippon Lodge trained by John Patrick Ryan was found to have blood at both nostrils post race.

279F John & Terry Moriarty (QR) H'cap S'chase

Mr T. Hamilton, rider of Touch Of Oscar trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was pulled up lame.

The Stewards interviewed Mr E. Mahon, rider of Hoke Colburn, 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 for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that Mr. E. Mahon was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g, excessive frequency, h, arm above shoulder height and i, time to respond. Having considered Mr. E. Mahon's record in this regard the Stewards suspended Mr. E. Mahon for four racedays. Mr. John Moloney absented himself from this enquiry and Ms. Jill Farrell acted as Chairman.

279G Brendan Daly Mem (Pro-Am) INH Flat Race

The Stewards reviewed an incident in the closing stages involving Misty's Gift, ridden by Mr J.J. Codd, placed second, Boreen Boy, ridden by S. Fitzgerald, placed first and Coole Og, ridden by Mr P.W. Mullins, placed fourth, where it appeared Coole Og momentarily ran short of room. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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


Mr. John Moloney (Chairman),

Ms. Jill Farrell,

Mr. John O'Shaughnessy,

Mr. L. Walsh.

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