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

P.J. Carberry rode Champagne Rebel (reserve), trained by S.J.Mahon (Race 3)

019A Naas M'dn H'dle

C.D. Maxwell, rider of Brides Hill trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung left up the straight.

S.W. Flanagan, rider of Charlie Bassett trained by Noel Meade, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount stopped quickly.

Mr. R. Sugrue, rider of Hisdaywillcome, trained by Thomas Cooper, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his saddle slipped and he pulled up thereafter.

019D1 I.N.H. Stallion Owners EBF M'dn H'dle

The Stewards interviewed Mr J. Cavanagh, rider of Florida Gold, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that the rider was in breach of Regulation 10.3(b), in that he had used his whip unnecessarily after his chance of winning or being placed had clearly gone and Regulation 10.3(g), in that he had used his whip with excessive frequency. Having taken his previous record in this regard into account, the Stewards suspended Mr. J. Cavanagh for 8 racedays.

019E Celebrating The 2020 ITBA Awards Hcp Hdl

The Stewards enquired into an incident in the closing stages involving Aarons Day, ridden by L.A. McKenna. Thermistocles, ridden by J.J. Slevin and Bigz Belief, ridden by P.J. Carberry, where it appeared interference had occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Stewards enquired into the start of this race. Evidence was heard from L.A. McKenna rider of Aarons Day, K.J, Brouder, rider of Sean Says,P.T. Enright, rider of Shakeytry and from Mr. D. Cullen, I.H.R.B. Starter. Having considered the evidence and the matter, the Stewards referred the matter to C.E.O of the I.H.R.B for further investigation.

019G Naas Hunters S'chase

The Stewards interviewed Mr J.L. Scallan, rider of Solomn Grundy, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that the rider was in breach of both Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency) and 10.3(f)(force). Having taken his previous record in this regard into account, the Stewards suspended Mr. J.L. Scallan for 2 racedays.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Aloneamongmillions, trained by S. Curling, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be lame post race.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Ms. Mary Cosgrave (Chairman),
Mr. C. J O'Reilly,
Mr. M. F. O'Donoghue.

Following a request from broadcasters, the Stewards granted permission for a 5 minute delay to races 1,2,3,4,5,6, and 7.

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