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

B. Browne replaced C.A. Landers on Nazine, trained by Michael J. McDonagh (Race 1)(Injured)
D. Meyler replaced C.A. Landers on Frazel Express, trained by James M. Barcoe (Race 4)(Injured)
C.J. Orr rode Hard Rain (reserve) trained by James Daniel Dullea (Race 1)

049A Leugh Beginners S'chase

R. Deegan, rider of Yabo trained by Miss Elizabeth Doyle, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left in the straight.

At the request of the Stewards, B. Browne, rider of Nazine, trained by Michael J. McDonagh, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was flat out early on, off the bridle from the fourth last and stayed on one-paced in the straight.

At the request of the Stewards, A.P. Kelly, rider of Outside The Door, trained by Padraig Roche, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was flat out early on and jumped left at times.

049B Festina Lente M'dn Hunters S'chase

The Stewards interviewed Mr T.J. Love, rider of Michael's Pick, 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 found the rider in breach of Reg.10.3(g) in that he had used his whip with excessive frequency and having taken his record into account cautioned him on this occasion.

Miss M. O'Sullivan, rider of O Mio Babbino trained by Patrick Cronin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount hung left in the straight.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Easca Mor, trained by Ross O'Sullivan, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to have a slight nasal discharge post race.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Clyde The Glide trained by Patrick G.Kelly was found to have blood at both nostrils post race.

049C ThurlesRaces.ie M'dn H'dle

D.J. McInerney, rider of One More Lass, trained by Ms.M.Flynn, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount stood at the start after the tapes went up.

P.T. Enright, rider of Lilian Bland trained by Niall Patrick Hennessy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran keen.

049D Killinan H'cap H'dle

The Stewards interviewed G.B. Noonan, rider of Tohellortoconnacht, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that he felt he rode to the limit of the regulations. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards accepted the rider's explanation and took no further action.

The Stewards interviewed A.P. Kelly, rider of Molly Kaye (GB), 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 found the rider in breach of Reg.10.3(g) in that he had used his whip with excessive frequency and having taken his record into account suspended him for three race days.

The Stewards interviewed C.M. Quirke, rider of Londonofficecallin, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted he was in breach of the regulations. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards found the rider in breach of Reg.10.3(g) in that he had used his whip with excessive frequency and having taken his record into account cautioned him on this occasion.

The Stewards requested a report from Timothy Townend, trainer as to the apparent improvement in form of We'llhavewan, placed first, as compared with its recent form. The trainer reported that this horse was wearing sheep skin cheek pieces and a tongue strap for the first time today. This combined with the better ground today compared with Clonmel last time may have contributed to a return to form. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanation.

049E Holycross M'dn H'dle

D.J. McInerney, rider of Ger Mac trained by P.G. Fahey, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Bidentime, trained by Liam P Cusack, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Hollington (FR) trained by S.R.B. Crawford was found to have blood at its right nostril post race.

049F Thurles H'cap H'dle

The Stewards fined S.Braddish, trainer, €65 for failing to fit the declared sheepskin cheek pieces to Brogine, prior to entering the parade ring.

J.W. Kennedy, rider of Robinstown trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left throughout.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Robinstown, trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

049G Ballagh INH Flat Race

The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the home straight involving Sir Argus (GB), ridden by Mr P.W. Mullins, placed first, and The Last Mardi, ridden by Mr J.J. Codd, placed second, where it appeared bumping had occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Mr. Codd stated that they swung in wide into the straight and his horse was green in the closing stages. Mr. Mullins stated that his horse has come in a little when they come to the running rail and has run green. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placings and took no further action.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Bellaney Lord, trained by S.R.B. Crawford, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. N.P. Lambert (Chairman)
Mr. R.E. Rohan
Mr. P. Dowling
Mr. L. Walsh

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