Colour Fines:
The following Trainers have been fined €50 each for carrying wrong colours in breach of Rule 155:-
John G Carr - Just Two Numbers (GB), FH - 03/12/2011
Lady J Fowler - Jumbo John, NV - 10/12/2011
James Daniel Dullea - Firebird Flyer, CK - 11/12/2011
Peter Fahey - Pride of the Artic, GP - 15/12/2011
Seamus Fahey - Orpens Peach, DK - 16/12/2011
PJ Rothwell - Grey Area, TH - 22/12/2011
JJ Dullea - Firebird Flyer, LK - 26/12/2011
John Joseph Hanlon - Sunset Stanza, LP - 27/12/2011
Fintan Feeney - Fiona Girl, LK - 27/12/2011
Paul John Gilligan - Lord Hear Us, LK - 28/12/2011
Gordon Elliott - Save the Bacon, LP - 29/12/2011
WP Mullins - Soll (GB), PU - 31/12/2011
The following trainers were fined €200 in each case for the non-notification of a Veterinary Certificate in accordance with the provisions of Rule 194 (v) (vi):- Mr. Gordon Elliott for Some Present (colic) at Leopardstown on 27th December 2011 and Rocky Wednesday (stone bruise) at Fairyhouse on 1st January; Mr. Eugene M. O’Sullivan for Giveabobback (lame) at Limerick on 27th December and Mr. Ronald Curran for Rinn Ua Gcuanach (lame) at Tramore on 1st January.
Down Royal Meeting, 26th December 2011
325A Dark Horse Café &Wine Bar Hunters Steeplechase & The Stewards enquired into possible interference on the approach to the third last fence involving Viking Splash, ridden by Mr. J.T. Carroll placed third, and Nedzer’s Return, ridden by Mr. R.P. McNamara, unplaced, after it appeared that the latter ran short of room and ran out before pulling up.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placings. The Stewards did, however, find that Mr. J.T. Carroll had ridden carelessly (Rule 214) and having taking his previous record in this regard into account, they therefore suspended him for five race days. (not as previously published)
Limerick Meeing, 26th December 2011
327B Signplus Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards fined Mr. Declan Queally, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Maccool 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.
Limerick Meeting, 27th December 2011
329G Holmes O’Malley Sexton Mares I.N.H. Flat Race & Mr. W. Harney, trainer of Lady Boulea, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries on 30th December that his charge ran very disappointing and was found to have a temperature post race.
Punchestown Meeting, 31st December 2011
334G Special Offers On www.punchestown.com Mares (Pro/Am) I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards fined Mr. Thomas James, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Aztec Pearl (GB) 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.
Tramore Meeting, 31st December 2011
335A Graun Hill Mares Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards fined Mr. Paul Magnier, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Bamba’s Crown 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, 1st January 2012
The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of rider at this meeting: The following riders replaced S.W. Jackson (injured):- J.L. Cullen rode Florida Express, trained by Mr. Philip Redmond (fourth race) and Mr. A. Ring rode Dushy Springs, trained by Mr. P.J. Rothwell (sixth race).
001A New Year Maiden Hurdle & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Hot Prospect (GB), trained by Mr. Edward P. Harty, was found to be lame post race.
001C Costa Coffee Dock Handicap Hurdle & A.P. Crowe, rider of Micks, trained by Mr. C. Roche, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount weakened quickly in this race. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Micks was found to be lame post race.
001F Fairyhouse Members Handicap Steeplechase & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Jim Bowie, trained by Mr N. Meade, was found to be lame post race.
Andrew J. McNamara, rider of The Book Thief, trained by Mr. Eoghan O’Grady, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled in this race.
Mr. W.J. Austin, trainer of More Chimney’s, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge scoped badly post race.
Tramore Meeting, 1st January 2012
The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: M.P. Butler replaced R.J. Jones (Stewards permission) on Mosman Park (FR), trained by Mr. Michael Butler (fourth race) and E. Mullins rode Tulla Emerald (reserve), trained by Mr. Michael T. Moran (sixth race).
The Stewards fined the following trainer €200 in respect of his non-runner: Mr. John G. Carr for Turnonthegas (late withdrawal – stiff).
002A David Flynn Construction Maiden Hurdle & D.J. Casey, rider of Academy Coolbawn (FR), trained by Mr. Eoin Griffin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled on today’s ground and needs a longer trip.
002B Richard Barron Memorial Novice Handicap Hurdle & Mr. M.T. Slevin, rider of Coral Creek, trained by Mr. S. Slevin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled on today’s ground.
002C Ani-Pets Veterinary Clinic Maiden Hurdle & Mrs C. Harrison, trainer of Days Of Glory, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Tuesday 3rd January that her charge was found to be coughing and to have mucus in her lungs post race.
002E Holden Plant Rentals Steeplechase & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Roi Du Mee (FR), trained by Mr. Gordon Elliott, was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.
002G Tom Carroll Memorial Handicap Steeplechase & R.J. Jones, rider of D’s Trix, trained by Mr. A.J. McNamara, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled on today’s ground. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that D’s Trix was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.
Cork Meeting, 2nd January 2012
The Stewards authorised the following substitution of rider at this meeting: M.J. Bolger replaced R.M. Power (unwell) on Celtic Cailin, trained by Mrs John Harrington (fourth race).
003A McCarthy Insurance Group 60th Mares Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards received a report from P.T Enright, rider, regarding the fall of his mount By The Hour, on the bend past the stands. He reported that the fall may have been as a result of clipping a heel and was satisfied that the incident was accidental.
Having viewed a recording of the incident and considered the report, the Stewards did not apportion blame to any other horse or person and took no further action.
Mr. John W. Nicholson, trainer of Great Oak, reported to a Turf Club Official that his charge scoped badly post race.
003B McCarthy Insurance Group 60th Hurdle & A.E. Lynch, rider of Major Finnegan, trained by Mr. W.J. Burke, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount jumped left in the back straight, blew up after the third last hurdle and hung thereafter. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Major Finnegan was found to be clinically abnormal post race.
The Stewards fined Mr. W.J. Burke, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Major Finnegan 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.
003C McCarthy Insurance Group 60th Maiden Hurdle & D.J. Casey, rider of Moyaliff, trained by Mr. C.F. Swan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung badly left in this race.
003D McCarthy Insurance Group 60th Maiden Hurdle & N.P. Madden, rider of Offaly Allstar (GB), trained by Mr. A.J. Martin, reported to a Turf Club Official that his mount hung badly throughout this race.
003E McCarthy Insurance Group 60th Mares Beginners Steeplechase & The Stewards enquired into possible interference between the final fence and the winning post involving the winner Special Token, ridden by M.J. Ferris, and Belle Brook, ridden by D.N. Russell, placed second.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that the winner had improved his placing in relation to the runner-up by causing interference and they therefore reversed the placings of the two horses. The result now reads as follows:- First Belle Brook, Second Special Token.
The Stewards further interviewed M.J. Ferris concerning his riding from the last fence. Having taken the mitigating circumstances into consideration, the Stewards took no further action.
The Stewards requested a report from Mr. Michael Cullen, trainer of Belle Brook, (placed second but promoted to first place following a Steward’s enquiry) regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared to the filly’s previous runs at Limerick on the 13th November and at Wexford on the 27th November.
Mr. Cullen reported that his charge was very disappointing in her two previous races, but the application of cheek pieces for the first time today and the fact that she raced in a prominent position had the desired effect.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.
B. Hayes, rider of Deeshan, trained by Mr. I. Madden, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not handle today’s ground.
003F McCarhty Insurance Group 60th Handicap Steeplechase & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. M.F. Morris, trainer of Tinakellylad, placed second, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared with the horse’s previous runs at Galway on the 23rd October and at Cork on the 6th November where he pulled up on both occasions.
Mr. Phil Brolan, Authorised Representative of Mr. Morris, reported that the horse returned to racing at Limerick on the 9th October following a layoff but was brought down at the first fence. The animal then disappointed at both Galway and Cork where he appeared to lack confidence in his jumping which resulted in him becoming detached from the field and ultimately being pulled up. He reported that the horse jumped with confidence today and regained his previous good form.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.
Dundalk Meeting, 6th January 2012
The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: S.H. James replaced D.J. Benson (Stewards permission) on Book Keeper (GB), trained by Mr. A. Oliver (fourth race) and G.J. Phillips rode See You Smile (reserve), trained by Mr. Liam McAteer (fifth race).
The Stewards fined the following trainer €200 in respect of his non-runners: Mr. S. Donohoe for Star Links (USA) (off feed).
004B Dundalk Winter Racing Handicap & The Stewards interviewed C.A. Landers, rider of Obsession, unplaced, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages.
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 C.A. Landers was in breach of Regulation 10 2 (b) in that he continued to use his whip after his chance of winning or being placed had clearly gone. Having taken his recent record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for two race days (20th and 27th January).
Mr. Niall O’Callaghan, trainer of Takeover Bid (USA), reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Monday 9th January that his charge spread a plate in running and was found to be lame post race.
004C www.dundalkstadium.com Handicap & The Stewards enquired into an incident approximately one and a half furlongs from the finish involving Mountain Coral, ridden by J.P. O’Brien, and He’s Got Rhythm, ridden by J.A. Heffernan, both unplaced, after it appeared that Mountain Coral suffered interference and had to check.
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 J.A. Heffernan was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly. Having taken his record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for one race day (20th January).
J.P. O’Brien, rider of Mountain Coral, trained by Mr. F. Oakes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount suffered interference on leaving the stalls and in the home straight.
004D(i) Group Discounts At Dundalk Handicap (Division One) & The Stewards interviewed Mr. A. Oliver, trainer of Book Keeper (GB), concerning his request to substitute the nominated rider D.J. Benson with S.H. James as the former was unable to weigh out at the correct weight after his allowance had been claimed.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned and from D.J. Benson.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards allowed the substitution. The Stewards were, however, of the opinion that D.J. Benson was in breach of Rule 195 (i) in that he was unable to weigh out at the correct weight. Having taken his good record in this regard into account, they severely cautioned him and also advised him to raise his minimum riding weight to reflect his rising weight and to avoid a future repeat of this happening.
J.P. Murtagh, rider of Lisianthus, trained by Mr. Charles O’Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled in this race. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Lisianthus was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.
N.P. Madden, rider of Lily’s Star, trained by Mr. H. Rogers, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount suffered accidental interference in the home straight and as a result had to check.
004D(ii) Group Discounts At Dundalk Handicap (Division Two) & F. Lynch, rider of John Veale (USA), trained by Mr. Thomas McLaughlin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a noise in running and was eased.
004F(i) Dundalk Stadium Handicap (Division One) & J.P. Murtagh, rider of Word For Word, trained by Mr. Edward Lynam, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount weakened quickly in the straight. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Word For Word was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.
004F(ii) Dundalk Stadium Handicap (Division Two) & Sabrina J. Harty, trainer of The Frog Prince, reported to the Turf Club Veterinary Officer that her charge was found to have mucus following an endoscopic examination post race. This was confirmed to the Stewards by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer.
Thurles Meeting, 7th January 2012
005C Kennedy’s Parnell St. Live Music Venue Handicap Steeplechase & R. Loughran, rider of Hold Em Cowboy, trained by Mr. W.F. Codd, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled and did not act on today’s ground.
P.T. Enright, rider of Whiskey And Red, trained by Mr. Paul A. Roche, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a bad mistake and never travelled in this race. The trainer subsequently reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Monday 9th January that his charge was found to have a burst blood vessel post race.
005D thurles.ie Maiden Hurdle & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Slaney Wood, trained by Mr F.M. Hanley, was found to be post race normal.
005E Cashel Mares Maiden Hurdle & D.N. Russell, rider of Turtle Lady, trained by Mr. C. Byrnes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount got a fright at the first hurdle and did not handle today’s ground.
005F Munster Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. Rodger Sweeney, trainer of the winner Fiery Oscar, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared to the horse’s previous run at Navan on the 19th December where he finished 8th of 11 finishers and was beaten 35 lengths by the winner over a distance of two miles and six furlongs.
Mr. Sweeney reported his charge had been travelling well in a two mile handicap hurdle at Gowran Park and may have finished second but for falling. He added that his charge ran well when finishing third at cork on a flat track, over two miles and four furlongs at Cork, which is a flat track, but more recently he disappointed at Navan. He said that day his charge was in contention before the turn in until weakening in the closing stages and was well beaten. He added that the animal did not show any abnormalities after that race. He said that, in his opinion having evaluated the form of his horse, he believes that his best trip is at distances between two and two and a quarter miles, and concluded by stating that his charge did not stay the trip at Navan..
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanation offered.
005G Holycross I.N.H. Flat Race & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Ardboe Abbey, trained by Mr. T. Hogan, was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.
Naas Meeting, 8th January 2012
The Stewards fined the following trainers €200 each in respect of their non-runners: Mr. D.T. Hughes for Troubled (off feed); Sabrina J. Harty for William Wordsworth (off feed) and Mr. J.J. Lambe for Regal Warrior (declared in error).
006A Annual Membership At Naas Maiden Hurdle & Mr. H. Smyth, trainer of Never Roam, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge did not handle today’s ground.
006D Tipper Road Handicap Steeplechase & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Abbey Glen, trained by Mr. C. Roche, suffered an injury to left fore in running.
006E Racing Again On Saturday 21st January Maiden Hurdle & D.J. Casey, rider of Gentleman Duke, trained by Mr. A.L.T. Moore, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made mistakes at the final two hurdles and stayed on without quickening.
006G Go Racing In Kildare (Pro/Am) I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards enquired from Mr. D.K. Weld regarding the reason for and the timing of the withdrawal of his charge Silver Concorde (GB) from this race.
Evidence was heard from Mr. Weld who stated that this was in his opinion a very good class horse who was making his racecourse debut today and who was also subject to heavy support in the betting market. He said that earlier in the week he had walked the track and was satisfied to declare the horse last Friday on ground described as soft to heavy. He added that during last night there was a period of heavy rain, but he formed the opinion that he would run the horse if the ground had remained as described at declaration time. However, after his horse ran in the first race today and having had a discussion with rider Paul Townend, he felt that the ground had become testing in certain areas especially in the latter stages of the straight and this could have resulted in a defeat or his charge being subjected to a very hard race. He withdrew the gelding at 1.07 p.m.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards accepted Mr. Weld’s reason for the withdrawal of his charge, but they were of the opinion that he should have complied with Rule 194 and withdrawn his charge by 11.40 a.m. Consequently, the Stewards fined Mr. Weld €200.
Mr. John Weld, Acting Steward, absented himself from this enquiry.