The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Poets Mountain, ridden and trained by Denis Gerard Hogan. Evidence was heard from Mr. Hogan, who stated that his intentions going out were to drop his mount out as it was off the track for a long time, give it a chance early and to get it to finish out its race well. He said his mount was a very moderate type that was out paced from the fourth last and that the animal had no more to give in the closing stages. He said his mount leaned slightly left through out but was of the opinion that this had not caused him to loose any ground. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer, who stated that Poets Voice was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for further analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanation offered. They did, however, remind Mr. Hogan of his responsibilities to be seen to make reasonable and timely efforts to achieve the best possible finishing position.

The Stewards requested a report from Barry T. Murphy, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Pakens Rock, placed first, as compared with its recent form. Barry T. Murphy stated that his charges previous run was it's first in a handicap and he felt that the experience of this previous handicap run along with a drop in class had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanation given.

D.E. Mullins, rider of Voix Du Reve (FR) trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount had a good look at the second last fence.

K.J. Brouder, rider of Double Portrait trained by S.J.Mahon, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that he felt his mount go wrong and he therefore pulled up, however his mount was sound upon pulling up.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Double Portrait, trained by S.J.Mahon, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be sound to trot post race.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Une Lavandiere (FR), trained by Henry de Bromhead, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

Owing to the trajectory of the sun, the Stewards granted permission for the third last fence to be omitted from races four, five and six.

Owing to the trajectory of the sun, the Stewards granted permission for the third last hurdle to be omitted from races one, two and three.

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

Mr. John Murphy (Chairman),
Mr. Jack Rearden,
Mrs. Frankie Ward,
Mr. Patrick Dunican,
Mr. L. Walsh.

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