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

P. J. O'Hanlon rode Drifters Mate (reserve), trained by Dermot Anthony McLoughlin (Race 1)
J. W. Kennedy rode Callaghy Rose (reserve), trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 7).
Ms. Rebecca Traynor rode Jarob (GB), trained by Gearoid O'Loughlin (Race 2)(Stewards permission)
Ms. E. Sweeney replaced Rebecca McIntyre on Allduckornodinner, trained by Dermot Anthony McLoughlin (Race 6)(Stewards permission)

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D.J. O'Keeffe, rider of Cullaghs Star trained by Seamus Fahey, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount raced too keenly.

C.D. Timmons, rider of Great Grey trained by Luke W. Comer, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung badly left.

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The Stewards interviewed Matthew J. Smith, trainer, concerning the failure to nominate a rider before the designated time for Bective Cave. Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned who stated that he struggled to find a suitable rider and when the rider due to ride today was suggested to him he was unable to make contact with her and so no rider was nominated at the time specified and then he failed to nominate a rider not less than one and a half hours before time fixed for first race. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards under the provisions of Regulation three ordered the withdrawal of Bective Cave and took no further action.

The Stewards interviewed Miss R. Murphy, rider of Apple Crumble, concerning her use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted that she was in breach of the regulation and apologised for her actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that Miss R. Murphy was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g, excessive frequency. Having considered Miss R. Murphy's record in this regard the Stewards suspended her for three racedays and ordered that she attend R.A.C.E for one days tuition on the correct use of the whip.

The Stewards interviewed Miss S. Ahern, rider of Elegant Lass, concerning her use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted that she was in breach of the regulation and apologised. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that Miss. S. Ahern was in breach of Regulation 10.3.i, time to respond. Having considered Miss S. Ahern's record in this regard the Stewards suspended Miss. S. Ahern for two racedays.

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B. Hayes, rider of Tango Theatre trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount found todays going too quick.

The Stewards interviewed S.W. Flanagan, rider of Pretty Little Liar, 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. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that S. W. Flanagan was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g, excessive frequency. Having considered S.W. Flanagan's record in this regard and pursuant to the provisions of Regulation 10.6.a they suspended S. W. Flanagan for six racedays.

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K.C. Sexton, rider of Sporting Leader trained by Peter Fahey, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount struck into itself and was pulled up.

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P. Townend, rider of Edison Kent trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung left in the straight.

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B. Browne reported to a Stewards secretary that his mount King Rj sustained a serious injury and fell independently of any other horse. The Stewards reviewed that part of the race and were satisfied that no action was warranted.

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L.P. Dempsey, rider of Elderado trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount went wrong and was eased.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Elderado, trained by Gavin Cromwell, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be lame right fore.

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J.G. Gilligan, rider of Shamrock'n Roll trained by J.R.Finn, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount ran very free.

S. Fitzgerald, rider of Bambeano trained by Mark Fahey, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung violently left from the bottom of the straight.

The Stewards interviewed J.G. Gilligan, rider of Shamrock'n Roll, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who accepted that he had used his whip when out of contention, but felt it was not a bad case. 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), the unnecessary use of the whip after his chance of winning or being placed had clearly gone. Furthermore in light of the fact that the Stewards received a report from the I.H.R.B Veterinary officer that this horse was found to be clinically abnormal post race, the Stewards were also of the opinion that J. G. Gilligan was in breach of Rule 272(i). Having taken his previous record in this regard into account the Stewards suspended J. G. Gilligan for ten racedays.

The Stewards enquired into an incident in the closing stages involving Ted Hastings, ridden by Mr. J.J. Codd, placed third, Dads Lad, ridden by Mr P.W. Mullins, placed sixth, King Kali, ridden by Mr M. McGuane, unplaced and Tout Savoir, ridden by Mr N.J. O'Mara, unplaced, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Mr. N.J. O'Mara, stated that his mount suffered interference from his outside. Mr. M. McGuane, stated that when his mount quickened it ran short of room from his outside. Mr. P.W. Mullins stated that his mount hung in this race and that the horse on his outer drifted inwards. He further added that when he let it known to the rider on his outside, he tried to straighten him up. Mr. J.J. Codd, stated his mount hung badly throughout and felt that he made an effort to keep his mount straight. He further accepted that the incident was caused by his mount and no other. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that Mr. J.J. Codd was in breach of Rule 214(careless riding) and having considered his record, they suspended him for 3 racedays. Mr. M. F. O'Donoghue absented himself from this enquiry and was replaced by Mr. P. D. Deegan.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. Robert Dore (Chairman),

Mr. C. P. Magnier,

Mr. Jack Rearden,

Mr. M. F. O'Donoghue.

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