The Stewards interviewed J.W. Kennedy, rider of Abacadabras (FR), concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards accepted the rider's explanation as they were satisfied that the whip had been used for corrective purposes and therefore the remaining hits did not constitute any breach of the R10.

D.J. O'Keeffe, rider of Big Fellow trained by J.Motherway, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got very tired after the last hurdle.

P.T. Enright, rider of Foxy Jacks trained by M.F.Morris, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount made bad mistakes at the fourth last and third last fences.

Rachael Blackmore, rider of Myth Buster trained by Henry de Bromhead, reported to the Clerk of Scales that her mount was badly hampered by a faller at the open ditch.

J.M. Moore, rider of Oscar Academy trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was badly hampered by a faller at the open ditch.

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

Mr. P. Caffrey (Chairman),

Mr. Justice Tony Hunt,

Mr. Michael Hickey,

Mr. P.D. Matthews.

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