Irish Racing Calendar, 30th May 2013
Wexford Meeting, 18th May 2013
358G(ii) Borro (Mares) I.N.H. Flat Race (Division Two) & Mrs Prunella Dobbs, trainer of Evening Light, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Wednesday 22nd May, that her charge was found to be in season post race.
Roscommon Meeting, 20th May 2013
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting:-.
Mr A. MacAuley rode Itulbeashortday (reserve), trained by Mrs Prunella Dobbs (Race 5).
116B Roscommon Handicap & The Stewards interviewed S.B. Kelly, rider of Connacht Council, placed fourth, concerning his use of the whip in 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 were of the opinion that S.B. Kelly was in breach of R10 (3)(g) in that he had used his whip with his arm above shoulder height.
The Stewards therefore suspended him for one race day (3rd June) and referred him to R.A.C.E for a one day tuition on the correct use of the whip.
116E Connaughton Auctioneers Beginners Steeplechase & S.J. Mahon, trainer of The Quiet Enforcer, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his charge was pulled up lame.
1126F Frank Hannon Memorial Handicap Steeplechase & M.P. Walsh, rider of Moville, trained by Martin Brassil, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was found to have a burst blood vessel post race.
116G Kepak I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards interviewed Mr H.D. Dunne, rider of King Shabra, placed second, concerning his use of the whip in the straight in 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 Mr Dunne was in breach of R10 (3)(f) in that he had used his whip with excessive frequency.
Having taken his previous record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for four race days (3rd, 6th, 7th and 10th June). The Stewards also reminded Mr Dunne that he must familiarise himself with the content of R10 which pertains to the whip.
The Stewards fined Mrs John Harrington, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Lilly Of The Moor (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.
Ms N. Carberry, rider of Honest Rodge, trained by Denis Gerard Hogan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her mount weakened very quickly and appeared to be distressed post race.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Honest Rodge at the request of the Stewards and confirmed the animal to be distressed post race.
Mrs Prunella Dobbs, trainer of Itulbeashortday, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Wednesday 22nd May, that her charge made a respiratory noise in running in this race.
Sligo Meeting, 22nd May 2013
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of riders at this meeting:-.
D.J. Condon replaced M.A. Enright on Theonewiththeleg, trained by M. McDonagh (Race 1) Unwell.
B.T. O’Connell replaced M.A. Enright on King William, trained by David Martin Kelly (Race 2) Unwell.
117E All Sports Betting Tubbercurry Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into possible interference rounding the final bend involving the winner Seskinane, ridden by D.R. Fox, On His Own, ridden by R. Walsh, placed second, and Twigline (FR), ridden by P. Townend, placed third.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
D.R. Fox admitted in his evidence that his mount was travelling very well but was in a pocket and that he purposely caused interference to Twigline (FR) by forcing his way between that horse and On His Own.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that the interference was caused by D.R. Fox riding dangerously and they therefore suspended him for ten race day (6th, 7th, 10th, 11th, 14th, 19th, 21st, 23rd, 24th, and 25th June).
In accordance with the provisions of Rule 214 (i) (a), the Stewards also disqualified Seskinane and amended the result to read as follows:- First: On His Own, Second: Twigline (FR), Third: Time To Work, Fourth: Dooney Rock.
117F Ladies Day 8th August At Sligo Handicap Hurdle &The Stewards requested a report from Aidan McGuinness, trainer of the winner I Never Knew That, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared with the horse’s recent form.
Mr McGuinness reported that his charge had been off the track with a back problem since June 2012. The horse returned to racing at Tramore on 13th April 2013 and was ridden handy that day, but those tactics did not suit the animal while he may not have handled the track. Different tactics were employed today when the animal was dropped in off the pace and, with the benefit of that previous run, he showed normal improvement.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted it’s content.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined The Two Jays, trained by C.P. Donoghue, at the request of the Stewards and reported that the animal was found to have spread a shoe behind, but was otherwise found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.
Clonmel Meeting, 23rd May 2013
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting:-.
B.R. Dalton rode Ussius (FR) (reserve), trained by Conor O’Dwyer (Race 5).
118A Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Fillies Maiden & F.M. Berry, rider of Davanti, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost her action in this race.
118C ‘Girls Night Out At Clonmel Races’ Handicap & R.P. Whelan, rider of Longshadow (GB), trained by P.J. Prendergast, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled in this race.
S. Foley, rider of Sweet Refusal, trained by Michael Mulvaney, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount checked coming down the hill in this race.
118D Jossestown Handicap & Miss K.J. Harrison, rider of Black Belt, trained by Mrs C. Harrison, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her mount was reluctant to race in the early stages of this race before staying on well in the straight.
118E Clonacody (C&G) Maiden Hurdle & M.A. Enright, rider of Springfield Grey, trained by Thomas G. Walsh, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount whipped around at the start and refused to race.
D.E. Splaine, rider of Wyndcrest, trained by John O’ Shaughnessy, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount suffered interference at the start when he attempted to refuse to race and as a result lost all chance in this race.
R. Loughran, rider of Bobbackpaddy, trained by Michael Fitzsimons, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was found to have a burst blood vessel post race.
118F Powerstown Park Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards requested a report from L. Byrne, trainer of the winner Kims Dream, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared with the horse’s recent form.
Noel Dooley, representative of the trainer, reported that the animal disappointed on his last few starts on ground which was softer than ideal. He said that today’s good to firm ground really seemed to benefit the mare, and added that she had finished fourth in a maiden hurdle under similar conditions in the past.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.
Cork Meeting, 24th May 2013
The Stewards fined the following trainer in respect of his non-runner:- Edward Cawley, trainer of Drop Anchor (Withdrawn by Order of the Stewards – passport not lodged) €130.
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of riders at this meeting:-.
A.P. Heskin replaced R. Walsh on The Crafty Butcher, trained by Michael Hourigan (Race 4) Injured.
M.A. Enright replaced P. Townend on Jamsie Hall, trained by Gordan Elliott (Race 4) Injured.
J.L. Cullen replaced P. Townend on Cool Khan, trained by David M. O’Brien (Race 5) Injured.
D.J. Condon replaced P. Townend on C’est La Mode, trained by Thomas Mullins (Race 6) Injured.
E.J. O’Connell rode Samantha Jones (reserve), trained by Michael Winters (Race 6).
Mr S.G. Carey rode Shannon View (reserve), trained by John Long (Race 7).
119A Corkracecourse.ie Maiden Hurdle & R.M. Moran, rider of Backinyourbox, trained by Edward Cawley, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran free in the early stages of this race, was unable to obtain a clear run before the turn into the straight and made jumping errors at the last three hurdles.
119C Follow Corkracecourse On Twitter Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed D.G. Hogan, rider of Foot Soldier, placed second, 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 the rider was in breach of Regulation 10 (4) in that he had failed to give his mount time to respond. &
Having taken his record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for five race days (7th, 10th, 11th, 14th and 19th June).
119E Friday July 12th BBQ Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed M.A. Enright, rider of High Handel (GB), concerning his use of the whip in the straight prior to mount falling at the second last hurdle.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that his charge raced reluctantly once headed turning into the straight. He continued to use the whip as he felt his charge had more to give and still had a chance of being placed. He concluded by saying that his mount stepped at the second last hurdle and fell, but was not tired at the time.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.SZ
S=Curragh Meeting, 25th May 2013
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting:-.
J.P. Spencer rode Dandy Boy (ITY), trained by David Marnane (Race 3) (Stewards’ Permission – See Enquiry). &
120A equisoftlive.com European Breeders Fund Fillies Maiden & The Stewards informed Brendan W. Duke, trainer of Patty Paige, that his charge would have to be re-certified before being declared to run from stalls again.
120C Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund ‘Habitat’Handicap & D.P. McDonogh, rider of Ansgar, trained by Sabrina J. Harty, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was checked badly three furlongs from the finish.
120D Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas & R. Hughes, rider of Van Der Neer (GB), trained by Richard Hannon (in GB), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled in this race.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Van Der Neer (GB), was found to be post race normal.
120E Weatherbys Ireland Greenlands Stakes & The Stewards interviewed David Marnane, trainer of Dandy Boy (ITY), concerning the failure to nominate a rider before the designated time for his charge in this race. The Stewards also considered the trainer’s request to nominate J.P. Spencer to ride Dandy Boy (ITY).
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards allowed the rider request, but reminded Mr. Marnane of his responsibilities under Regulation 3.
120F Abu Dhabi Stakes & J.P. Spencer, rider of Romantic Stroll, trained by T. Stack, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not act on today’s ground.
120G Emirates Equestrian Federation Handicap & The Stewards enquired into an incident in the early stages of this race involving Won Diamond (GB), ridden by S Foley, placed third, Wholelotofrosie, ridden by C. O’Donoghue, and Big Whiskey ridden by R.P. Whelan, both unplaced, after it appeared that Wholelotofrosie was forced to check.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards deemed the interference to be accidental in nature and therefore took no further action.
The Stewards received a report from Ion Hamilton, Turf Club Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that C. O’Donoghue, rider of Wholelotofrosie, had returned 1.8lb overweight after this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that he was unable to account for the overweight. He said that he had ridden earlier in the day at 8 stone 11lbs and the only thing he could think of was that he had weighed out early and that perhaps the sweat in the saddle cloth accounted for the overweight.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards took no further action other than to remind C. O’Donoghue of his responsibilities in this regard for the future.
C. O’Donoghue, rider of Wholelotofrosie, trained by P.J.F. Murphy, reported to the Stewards’ Secretaries that his mount was forced to check in the early stages of this race and did not travel thereafter.
Curragh Meeting, 26th May 2013
The Stewards fined the following trainer in respect of his non-runner:
Lee Smyth, trainer of Norville (Ground) - €200.
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting: R Coakley replaced Megan Carberry on Hurricane Twister, trained by V Clifford (Race 6) (Injury).
121A Big Bad Bob European Breeders Fund (C&G) Maiden & S. H. James, rider of Taanif (GB) trained by Kevin Prendergast, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount fly-leapt on leaving stalls and repeated it shortly after which resulted in him being unseated.
121B Irish Daily Mail Handicap & D. P. McDonogh, rider of Fairview Star, trained by Eoin Griffin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung left throughout this race.
121E Etihad Airways Irish 1,000 Guineas & The Stewards enquired into two incidents in this race. The first incident occurred about five furlongs from the finish involving the winner Just The Judge, ridden by J.P. Spencer, Maureen, ridden by R. Hughes, placed sixth, Bunairgead, ridden by K.J. Manning, placed eighth, and What Style, ridden by N.G. McCullagh, unplaced, after it appeared that Maureen was forced to check.
The second incident involved Maureen, Hanky Panky, ridden by R.L. Moore, placed seventh, Harasiya, ridden by D.P. McDonogh, Snow Queen, ridden by J. P. O’Brien and What Style ridden by N. G. McCullagh, all unplaced, after it appeared an incident had taken place.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were unable to apportion blame to any rider for either of the incidents and they therefore took no further action.