C.T. Keane, rider of Young Angel trained by D. K. Weld, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount lugged out.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Young Angel, trained by D. K. Weld, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Lord Dudley trained by Kieran P. Cotter, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount reared up when the stalls opened.

R.P. Whelan, rider of Blue Shadow trained by A. Oliver, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount lugged right.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Sod's Law (GB) trained by Luke Comer, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount possibly got injured leaving the stalls.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Sod's Law (GB), trained by Luke Comer, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to have pulled a shoe and an overreach on it's right fore.

The Stewards interviewed W.J. Lee, rider of Bell Ex One, concerning his use of the whip in latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who felt that the first strike was for corrective purposes but accepted that he had used his whip excessively. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that W.J. Lee was in breach of Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency). Having considered the rider's record in this regard and pursuant to Regulation 10.6(a), the Stewards suspended W.J. Lee for 6 racedays.

W.J. Lee, rider of Bell Ex One trained by R.P.Cody, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount rolled left.

S. Foley, rider of Social Distance trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount leaned right.

R.P. Whelan, rider of Brehon Star trained by Mark Michael McNiff, reported to the Clerk of Scales that he lost an iron.

The Stewards enquired into an incident just before the turn in involving Bell Ex One, ridden by W.J. Lee, placed second, Cosa Sara, ridden by C.D. Hayes, unplaced and In The Attic, ridden by J.A. Heffernan, unplaced, where it appeared interference occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. W.J. Lee stated that made a slight manoeuvre out from behind a horse coming back but didn't think he caused much interference. C.D. Hayes said his filly was feeling the ground and already back peddling when the gap closed in front of him and had no affect on his finishing position. J.A. Heffernan stated that his challenge was over when feeling slight pressure from his inside. Based on the video evidence provided in that area of the track the Stewards were unable to arrive at a definitive conclusion and therefore gave W.J. Lee the benefit of the doubt on this occasion and took no further action.

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Petrol Head, ridden by R.C. Colgan, and trained by David Peter Dunne. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. R.C. Colgan, stated that he was instructed to jump off mid division or thereabouts and let the horse race where he was comfortable and to do his best. On viewing the video he stated that his mount had jumped out of stalls awkwardly for a few strides and was further back in the field than intended. He added that when wanting to make a forward move in the back straight he had held back while the rider of Staging Post was in trouble on a free running horse. He concluded by stating that his mount was flat out from the bottom bend, got a reminder with the whip and failed to respond before being driven to the line. In his opinion Petrol Head handled the ground well but needs a longer trip. David Peter Dunne, trainer, confirmed the riding instructions and added that the rider was not to force his mount as he was drawn wide from stall fifteen. He stated that his charge ran bad recently at Killarney where E.J. McNamara, rider on that day, informed him that his mount was a lazy and stuffy horse which could benefit from a quick return to the track. On viewing the video of todays race Mr Dunne felt that his charge attained his best possible placing. He described his charge as a big stocky animal who needs plenty of work and shows nothing at home. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Petrol Head was post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis. The Stewards further requested an explanation from David Peter Dunne for his reason for delaying the commencement of this enquiry. He stated that he was on his own today and had led up his charge. He admitted that he had left his charge unattended while collecting the riders saddle. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered. Furthermore the Stewards noted the explanation furnished by David Peter Dunne for leaving his charge unattended in the stable yard by his own admission.

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

Dr. Colm O'Flaherty (Chairman),

Mr. Derek Pugh,

Mr. Donal Gavin,

Mr. M.F. O'Donoghue.

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