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

M.M. McDonagh rode The Coach Lady (reserve) trained by Richard Anthony Foley (Race 1)
T.Joseph. Kelly replaced G.B. Noonan on Velvet Reel, trained by Eoin Christopher McCarthy (Race 1)(injured).
S. F. O'Keeffe replaced H. Morgan on Rushford (GB), trained by Thomas R. Hughes (Race 2)(injured).
T.Joseph. Kelly replaced G.B. Noonan on Forge Road, trained by Eoin Christopher McCarthy (Race 3)(injured).

146A Nora Canty (Mares) M'dn H'dle

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

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Adrian Sexton, trainer, concerning his actions in the parade ring when his charge Katherine had been mounted by Mr H.E. Sexton and failed to continue to procced around the parade ring but turned back against the direction of oncoming horses to exit. Adrian Sexton stated that his charge can be difficult at times and she was getting edgy when mounted and he decided to get her out onto the track without continuing around the parade ring. He admitted that in the knowledge of his charges difficulty, he failed to seek any prior permission from any Official to make special arrangements for this animals exit when mounted. On further questioning, Adrian Sexton accepted that his charge could have continued walking around the parade ring when the signal for jockeys to mount was made and the rider could have mounted when close to the parade ring exit onto the race track. Mr H.E. Sexton, rider, stated that his mount can be temperamental and felt that she was on her toes when the decision was made to exit onto the race track. Evidence was also heard from Mr C.J. Sweeney, Stipendiary Steward, who was very close to the incident when it happened. Having considered all the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that Adrian Sexton was in breach of R16 (Parade ring procedures) and having taken his previous record into consideration, fined him €100 on this occasion and advised Adrian Sexton to be more aware of the parade ring procedures in future. Mr C.J. Sweeney was replaced by Mr A. Ring on the Raceday Panel of Stewards for this enquiry.

Adrian Sexton, trainer of Katherine, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his charge was in season post race.

146B John B. Keane (C & G) M'dn H'dle

The Raceday Stewards interviewed D.F. O'Regan, rider of Suttons Hill, concerning his use of the whip in in the home straight of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. In his evidence, D. F. O'Regan admitted that he was in breach of the whip guidelines and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that D.F. O'Regan was in breach of both R10.3(g) in that he had used his whip with excessive frequency and R10.3(i) in that he did not allow his mount at least three strides to respond. Having considered his record in this regard, the Raceday Stewards suspended D.F. O'Regan for two Racedays.

146C South Of Ireland (Mares) H'cap H'dle

A. McCurtin, rider of Inchiquin Star, trained by Paul Stephen Kiely, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled.

146E John J. Galvin S'chase

K.M. Donoghue, rider of Jeremys Flame, trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never let herself down on the ground.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Jeremys Flame, trained by Gavin Cromwell, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be blowing hard and showing signs of delayed recovery post race.

146F Beasley Engineering Hunters S'chase

The Raceday Stewards fined Michael John O'Connor, trainer, €65 for failing fit the declared cheekpieces to Nice To Meet, prior to entering the parade ring.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident after jumping the last involving All Hell Let Loose, ridden by Mr D.T. Hyde, Rust To Riches, ridden by Mr D. McGill, and Getawayrooney, ridden by Mr A.T. Feeney where it appeared interference occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. In his evidence, Mr. D. McGill stated that he had to switch when receiving interference from his inside. Mr. A.T. Feeney stated that he was maintaining a straight line when he received pressure from his inside when his mount clipped a heel and stumbled. Mr. D.T. Hyde stated that he was aware his mount was drifting and didn't act quick enough to keep his line. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found Mr. D.T. Hyde, was in breach of Rule 214(carless riding) and having considered his record in this regard the Raceday Stewards cautioned Mr. D.T. Hyde on this occasion. .

The Raceday Stewards received a complaint from Ms Nicola O'Connor, IHRB Veterinary Officer, that All Hell Let Loose was attended to by a member of the owners family post race to staple a wound in the stable yard, this being an Act of Veterinary medicine that could only be carried out in the stable yard by the Racecourse Veterinary Surgeon. Ms Carolyn Hyde, Veterinary Surgeon, stated that All Hell Let Loose was a fourteen year old family pet having his final race and was noted to have a wound over his knee post race. She added that she washed and stapled the wound and was preparing to administer Gentamycin and Penicillin when her participation was noted. She apologised for her actions and said that it was an oversight on her part. She confirmed her acceptance of the report submitted by Ms Nicola O'Connor, IHRB Veterinary Officer. Tim Hyde, Authorised representative of T.E. Hyde, trainer, stated that the treatment was an act in the best interests of the horse. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards referred this matter to a Senior Racing Official for further investigation. Furthermore they ordered that samples be taken from All Hell Let Loose for analysis.

146G Bryan MacMahon (Pro-Am) INH Flat Race

Mr J.L. Gleeson, rider of Churchroad Prince, trained by Jonathan Sweeney, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount found the ground too quick and stopped quickly turning for home .

Miss H. Heffernan, rider of Wilmeaulpalwinbos, trained by James Andrew Fahey, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount ran off the top bend.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. J. McGuire (Chairman),

Mr. M. Doyle,

Mr. G. Coughlan,

Mr. C. J. Sweeney.

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