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Punchestown 29th April 2022

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

Mr. Pat Taaffe rode Francis Marion (reserve) trained by Joseph G. Murphy (Race 8).
P.K. Donovan replaced M.P. O'Connor on Bold Emperor, trained by Thomas Gibney (Race 2)(injured)

099A Stanley Asphalt Hunters Sch (Bcourt Cup)

The Stewards reviewed an incident after the last fence involving Alpha Male (FR), ridden by Mr B. O'Neill and Jezarus, ridden by Mr I. Cribbin, where it appeared both horses drifted towards the inside running rail. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

099B EMS Copiers Novice H'cap S'chase

M.P. Walsh, rider of Blue Sari (FR) trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount burst a blood vessel.

J.W. Kennedy, rider of Gevrey (FR) trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount burst a blood vessel.

099C Hanlon EBF Glencarraig Lady (M) S'chase

P. Townend, rider of Dolcita (FR) trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount didn't travel early on and made numerous jumping errors.

099G SalesSense International Novice H'dle

Owing to low lying sun, the Stewards granted permission for hurdles #2 and #3 to be omitted for this race.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. Justice Tony Hunt (Chairman),
Ms. Justice Leonie Reynolds,
Mr. W. Flood,
Mr. J.M. McGrath,
Mr. P.D. Matthews.



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


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