Irish Racing Calendar, 6th December 2012
Turf Club and I.N.H.S. Committee
The Licensing Committee Mrs C. Corballis (in the Chair), T. Rudd and T.L. Crawford met at The Offices of The Turf Club, The Curragh, Co. Kildare on Thursday, 29th November, 2012 and considered a breach of the conditions under which a licence was granted in relation to insurance. A severe warning and a €200 fine was issued to the following Trainer: Martin Higgins.
Patrick O. Brady, trainer of Shabra Charity, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Monday 3rd December that his charge has had a wind operation since her last run at Wexford on 27th October 2012.
The following trainers were fined €200 in each case for the non-notification of a Veterinary Certificate in accordance with the provision of Rule 194 (v) (vi):-Mr. Gordon Elliott for Shrapnel (stone bruise) at Navan on 25th November and Miss Suzy Barkley for Rookery Rebel (stone bruise) at Navan on 25th November.
Limerick Meeting, 28th November 2012
364A Follow LRC On Facebook Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into possible interference after the second last hurdle involving Back Off Mate, ridden by B.M. Cash, placed third, and Carhue, ridden by D.J. Condon, placed fourth, after it appeared that Carhue suffered interference and clipped heels.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that Carhue did suffer interference caused by Back Off Mate. However, the Stewards could not be satisfied that Back Off Mate had improved his finishing position in relation to Carhue as a result of this interference and therefore made no alteration to the Judge’s placings.
The Stewards were however of the opinion that B.M. Cash was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly. Having taken his good record in this regard into account, they therefore suspended him for two race days (13th and 15th December).
364C Limerick Racecourse Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards received a report from Ion Hamilton, Turf Club Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that A.E. Lynch, rider of Beckwith Star, placed fourth, weighed in 4lbs light after this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned and from Henry de Bromhead, trainer of Beckwith Star.
In his evidence Mr de Bromhead stated that he had mistakenly forgotten to put a lead bag on his charge and found it back in the stable after the race when he was notified of a problem at scales. Mr de Bromhead apologised to the Stewards for his error.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards acting under the terms of Rule 231, disqualified Beckwith Star from fourth place and amended the result to read as follows:-
First: Liszt; Second: Thepartysover (GB); Third Maguire’s Glen; Fourth Last Time D’albain.
Furthermore, the Stewards were of the opinion that Henry de Bromhead was in breach of Rule 148, in that he is responsible for everything connected with the running of the horse. Having taken his good record in this regard into account and his admission of his error, the Stewards therefore fined him €200.
R. Walsh, rider of Last Time D’albain (FR), trained by Liam P. Cusack, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was dropped out early due to the fast gallop, but
failed to pick up and found nothing off the bridle.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Last Time D’albain (FR) was found to be post race normal.
M.J. Ferris, rider of Vic Chic, trained by Miss Julie Weston, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount could not go the fast early gallop, dropped herself out and lost interest.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Vic Chic was found to be lame on her near fore post race.
364D Munster Mares Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed M.P. Burke, rider of Milestone Miss, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that M.P. Burke was in breach of Regulation 10 4, in that he failed to give his mount time to respond. Having taken his record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore cautioned him accordingly.
364E Greenmount Annual Membership (Q.R) Handicap Hurdle & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Ballyfinboy, trained by J.R. Finn, was found to be post race normal.
364F Limerickraces.ie I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards interviewed J.P. O’Keeffe, trainer of Ballymonteen Wood, regarding the late arrival of this horse to the races.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned who stated that the lorry had broken down on the way to the track near Mitchelstown. He then called a friend who came along with a horse box and together they made it to the track before the off time.
The Stewards acting under terms of Rule 19 (ii) allowed the horse to run, after it was examined by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer on arrival. In addition the Stewards noted the explanations offered by the trainer.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Ballymonteen Wood, trained by J.P. O’Keeffe was found to be post race normal.
Thurles Meeting, 29th November 2012
365B Killinan (C&G) Beginners Steeplechase & B.T. O’Connell, rider of Pineau De Re (FR), trained by Philip Fenton, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount jumped tentatively early on, but improved as the race progressed and stayed on in the closing stages.
365C Glen Steeplechase & The Stewards enquired into an incident on the bend after the fourth last fence involving the winner Forpadydeplasterer, ridden by B.J. Cooper, Oscar Time, ridden by Mr S. Waley-Cohen, placed fourth, and Florida Express, ridden by B.T. O’Connell, placed fifth, after it appeared that Forpadydeplasterer received a check.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that the incident was accidental in nature and took no further action.
365E(i) Ken Whelan Hangs Up His Boots Handicap Steeplechase (Division One) & H.D. Dunne, rider of High Way Hunter, trained by Colin Bowe, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled from the outset.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined High Way Hunter at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
365E(ii) Ken Whelan Hangs Up His Boots Handicap Steeplechase (Division Two) & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Lascalahall, trained by F. Flood, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
D.E. Splaine, rider of Amber Knight, trained by D. Deacon, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount jumped poorly, never travelled and was therefore pulled up.
Thurles Meeting, 30th November 2012
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of riders at this meeting:- P.T. Enright rode Byerley Babe (reserve), trained by Robert Tyner (Race 2)
A.P. Heskin rode Diamondgeezer Luke (reserve), trained by F. Costello (Race 3)
K.C. Sexton replaced D.J. Bates on Glenstar, trained by John Patrick Ryan (Race 5) Injured.
K.C Sexton replaced D.J. Bates on Rating Queen, trained by Miss Elizabeth Doyle (Race 6) Injured.
Mr P.D. Collins replaced Mr R.P McNamara on Asockastar, trained by P.J. Colville (Race 7) Injured.
366A Cahir Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Alpha And Omega, ridden by B.F. Cawley and trained by Charles Coakley.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence B.F. Cawley stated that his instructions were to settle his mount towards the back and slowly creep into the race as the horse had run very free in his previous race at Limerick when failing to get home. He said that although he rode his mount towards the rear, he still found the horse very difficult to settle and at times ran close to the heels of those in front of him. He continued by saying that his mount made a mistake on the first circuit and again at the third last hurdle and that he steered the horse very wide turning for home in order to avoid traffic problems. He concluded by saying that his mount ran on well in the closing stages and achieved his best possible placing.
In his evidence Mr Coakley confirmed the instructions and expressed his satisfaction with the ride. He explained that his charge is a very difficult horse to settle, that he runs very free and is not the most confident of jumpers. He added that the horse had run very free in his previous race and that today’s tactics were in his opinion the best way to get the horse to settle and see out the trip.
The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer stating that Alpha And Omega was found to be post race normal.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered and advised B.F. Cawley to be seen to make more of an effort in the future.
366B Thurles Mares Maiden Hurdle & P.T. Enright, rider of Byerley Babe trained by Robert Tyner, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hit a hurdle down the back straight and that the animal appeared lame on pulling up.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Byerley Babe at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be slightly lame post race.
366C Munster (C&G) Maiden Hurdle & A. Ring, rider of Vincent Row, trained by P.J. Rothwell, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was outpaced in the early stages and stayed on past tired horses in the closing stages.
Mrs Prunella Dobbs, trainer of Ravensbury, reported to the Clerk of Scales that her charge burst a blood vessel in running.
366E Horse & Jockey Handicap Hurdle & B.J.Cooper, rider of Beir Bua, trained by Thomas Cooper, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount choked in running and was therefore pulled up.
366F Martinstown Opportunity Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards received a report from P.W. Murtagh, Turf Club Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that J.P. Kearse, rider of Sids Choice (GB), weighed in light after this race having pulled up.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned and from G.T. Lynch, trainer of Sids Choice (GB).
Having considered the report, the Stewards reminded both the trainer and rider of their future responsibilities in this regard.
H.D. Dunne, rider of Picton Pride, trained by Denis Aherne, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount never travelled and was therefore pulled up.
Dundalk Meeting, 30th November 2012
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of riders at this meeting:- N.G. McCullagh replaced F. Lynch on Eretara, trained by Joseph G. Murphy (Race 7) Unwell
M.C. Hussey rode Waterhouse (reserve), trained by J.T. Gorman (Race 7).
322A(ii) Crowne Plaza Hotel Race & Stay Handicap (Division Two) & A representative of David Peter Nagle, trainer of Dark Danger, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that this horse was showed signs of being in season post race.
322E Floodlit Friday Nights At Dundalk Maiden & The Stewards interviewed Ms Evanna McCutcheon, representing David Peter Nagle, trainer of Aqua Regia, concerning the conduct of this horse at the start. The Stewards advised Mr Nagle through his representative, that Aqua Regina may be liable for suspension should she behave like this at the start again.
The Stewards also informed David Peter Nagle, through his representative, that this animal would have to be re-certified before being declared to run from stalls again.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Zipped Up, trained by Kieran P. Cotter, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.
Fairyhouse Meeting, 1st December 2012
323C Bar One Racing Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards granted permission for hurdle number five to be omitted from this race and from the Ryan’s Cleaning Services Handicap Hurdle in the interest of safety due to the low elevation of the sun.
323D Ryan’s Cleaning Services Handicap Hurdle & P. Townend, rider of Brian Who, trained by Edward Cawley, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung badly in this race.
323E Nicky Connors – Lifetime In Racing Beginners Steeplechase & The Stewards granted permission for fences numbers seven and eight to be omitted from this race in the interest of safety due to the low elevation of the sun.
323F Bar One Racing Ballyhack Handicap Steeplechase & M.J. Ferris, rider of Slieveardagh, trained by E.J. O’Grady, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was impeded by a faller at the top of the course, that he hung badly thereafter and may prefer going left handed.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Slieveardagh at the request of the Stewards and reported that the animal coughed once post race.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Senior Again, trained by F. Flood, at the request of the Stewards and reported that the animal had an extended blow post race.
323G Irish Racing Yearbook (Pro/Am) I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards fined Garrett James Power, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Sambanita in which the vaccinations did not conform with the provisions of Rule 91. The Stewards allowed the horse to run on receipt of the trainer's written assurance that the vaccinations were in order.
Fairyhouse Meeting, 2nd December 2012
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting:-P. Carberry replaced R. Walsh on Give Us A Hand, trained by J.A. Berry (Race 6) Injured.