Irish Racing Calendar, 13th December 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):- Peter Fahey for Carrig Rua Lady (sore) at Thurles on 30th November and Noel Meade for Benevolent (bruised foot) at Fairyhouse on 1st December.
Matthew J. Smith, trainer of Gretzky (GB), reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Wednesday 5th December that his charge has had a wind operation since his last run at Sligo on 9th August 2012.
Wexford Meeting, 5th December 2012
367B Saltees Island Mares Novice Hurdle & B.R. Dalton, rider of Somedaysomehow, trained by M.C. Hickey, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung badly throughout this race.
367C Gorey Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed K.C. Sexton, rider of Jacks Island, 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 K.C. Sexton was in breach of Regulation 10 3 (f) in that he had used his whip with excessive frequency.
Having taken his record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for one race day (20th December).
D.N. Russell, rider of Prince Of Milan, trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount made a mistake and was therefore pulled up.
367E Garryrichard Handicap Steeplechase & Seamus Neville, trainer of Ce Mhead, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge scoped badly post race.
367G Enniscorthy Mares Flat Race & Mr. P.W. Mullins, rider of Shake The Tree, trained by Mr. W.P. Mullins, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was reluctant to jump away and as a consequence lost ground at the start.
Clonmel Meeting, 6th December 2012
325C Martinstown Opportunity Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards fined Mr. Noel G. Hynds, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Farmaland 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.
325F Fethard Handicap Steeplechase & Andrew J. McNamara, rider of Scholars Mate, trained by Mrs D.A. Love, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost his action and was therefore pulled up.
325G Next Meeting Thursday February 7th (Q.R) (C&G) Maiden Hurdle & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Stillwater Cove, trained by C. Roche, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be distressed post race.
Dundalk Meeting, 7th December 2012
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of riders at this meeting:- P.K. Donovan rode Solar Heat (reserve), trained by P.D. Deegan (Race 6)
I.J. Brennan rode Caracal (GB) (reserve), trained by Adrian McGuinness (Race 7)
Megan Carberry rode De Vesci (reserve), trained by J.T. Gorman (Race 8).
326B Christmas Party Packages At Dundalk Stadium Nursery Handicap & The Stewards interviewed S. Foley, rider of Victor’s Beach, 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 S. Foley was in breach of Regulation 10 3 (a) in that he had used his whip in the forehand position in front of the saddle.
Having taken his record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for one race day (21st December).
326C Floodlit Friday Nights At Dundalk Handicap & C.P. Hoban, rider of Grand Heiress (GB), trained by M. Halford, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount shortened her stride in the straight and did not pick up.
F. Lynch, rider of Cool Athlete, trained by David Marnane, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was forced to check for a stride in the straight.
326D Dundalk Stadium – Light Up Your Night Rated Race & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Moo Sahara, trained by A. Oliver, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
326E Crowne Plaza Hotel Race & Stay Handicap & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Clare Glen, trained by Sarah Dawson, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
326F(i) Christmas Race & Dine Packages Apprentice Handicap (Division One) & The Stewards interviewed C.P. Hoban, rider of Bensoon (GB), following his unseating after the winning post in this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that his mount shied at the shadow of the winning post and jerked to the right whereupon he became unseated.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards accepted the explanation offered and took no further action.
326F(ii) Christmas Race & Dine Packages Apprentice Handicap (Division Two) & The Stewards enquired into an incident in the straight involving Regal Warrior, ridden by L.A. McKenna, Scary Movie, ridden by E.J. McNamara, and She’s A Queen, ridden by C.P. Hoban, after it appeared that interference had taken place.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned and also from Mr. J.J. Lambe, Master of apprentice L.A. McKenna.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that L.A. McKenna was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly.
Having taken his record into account, the Stewards therefore severely cautioned him regarding his future behaviour in this regard.
The Stewards requested a report from Takashi Kodama, trainer of the winner Asian Wing, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared with the horse’s recent form.
Mr Kodama reported that this is a very inconsistent horse and he could not offer a definite explanation for his improved run today.
Having considered the report the Stewards noted the explanation offered.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Beart, trained by J.S. Bolger, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
Navan Meeting, 8th December 2012
327D Proudstown Handicap Hurdle & P. Townend, rider of Away We Go, trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount weakened quickly in the straight and was therefore pulled up.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Away We Go was found to be blowing hard post race.
327E Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Novice Steeplechase & P. Carberry, rider of Dylan Ross, trained by Noel Meade, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not act on today’s ground.
327F Navan Golf Course Beginners Steeplechase & D.N. Russell, rider of Ipsos Du Berlais trained by Noel Meade, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount raced reluctantly and may benefit from a change of tactics.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Ipsos Du Berlais was found to be post race normal.
Cork Meeting, 9th December 2012
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting: K.C. Sexton rode Overbury Prince (reserve), trained by Terence O’Brien (Race 1).
328A Corkracecourse.ie Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Profoundly, ridden by A.P. Heskin, and trained by D. McNamara.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence A.P. Heskin stated that his instructions were to jump off towards the rear, settle into a rhythm of jumping and creep into the race without reverting to the whip. He added that he had ridden the filly on her three previous runs and on each occasion found her very difficult to relax without galloping into the base of the hurdles which she did at Galway on the 11th September when he was unseated. In an attempt to correct this he had since schooled her intensively. He stated that after the first circuit he gave her a breather and from there continued to creep into the race. He further added that the filly would in his opinion be suited to better ground over a longer trip.
In his evidence D. McNamara outlined the difficulties concerning the horse’s jumping and temperament both at home and on her previous runs. He explained that today’s instructions were in his opinion the best way to settle his charge and get around safely, while he further added that he likes his horses to run to the best of their ability without reverting to use of the whip. He expressed his satisfaction with the ride but conceded that the filly did have a lot of ground to make up in the closing stages. He was also of the opinion that the filly would benefit from a step up in trip on better ground.
The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer stating that Profoundly was found to be post race normal.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that A.P. Heskin was in breach of R212, in that he had failed to take all reasonable and permissible measures to achieve his best possible placing.
Having taken his previous record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for four race days (23rd, 26th, 27th and 28th December).
Furthermore, the Stewards were of the opinion that D. McNamara was in breach of R212, and having taken his previous record in this regard into account, they therefore severely cautioned him for the future.
M.N. Doran, rider of Wasgo, trained by Paul John Gilligan, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount finished out the race, but he thought the horse felt lame on pulling up.
M. Darcy, rider of Adroon Bridge, trained by Joseph Quinn, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung badly left in this race.
328C Hilly Way Steeplechase & S.J. Hassett, rider of Let Your Self Go, trained by Martin Hassett, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount made a noise in running.
328E Mallow.ie Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed D.J. Condon, rider of Thrupenny Blue, 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. (3) (g) in that he had used his whip with his arm above shoulder height.
Having taken his previous record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for one race day (23rd December).
328F Follow Us On Twitter Novice Handicap Hurdle & B.T. O’Connell, rider of Tellherimhere, trained by John J. Walsh, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount made a noise in running.
328G Cork Racecourse Veterinary Surgeons (Pro/Am) I.N.H. Flat Race & E.P. O’Brien, rider of Sarahs Joy, trained by Cornelius O’Keeffe, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his saddle slipped in this race.
Punchestown, 9th December 2012
The Stewards fined the following trainers in respect of their non-runners:
D.K. Weld, trainer of Waaheb (USA) (Off Feed) - €200
Michael Hourigan, trainer of Fine Presentation (Late Withdrawal – Stone Bruise) - €200.
The Stewards authorised the following nomination and substitution of rider at this meeting:- C. Brassil replaced D.R. Fox on Natural Ability, trained by J.S. Cullen (Race 1) Stewards’ Permission (See Enquiry).
329A 2013 Annual Membership Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards received a request from Ruaidhri Tierney, riders’ agent, to substitute D.R. Fox with C. Brassil on Natural Ability in this race. Mr. Tierney faxed the course stating that he was unaware that D.R. Fox had intended to ride in England today and had declared him to ride in this race also.
Having considered the request, the Stewards allowed the substitution, but referred the matter to the Chief Executive of The Turf Club for further investigation.
329B I.N.H Stallion Owners European Breeders Fund Novice Hurdle & B.J. Geraghty, rider of Home Farm, trained by A.L.T. Moore, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a mistake at the second hurdle and never travelled thereafter.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Home Farm at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
329C Blue Square Bet Handicap Hurdle & B.J. Geraghty, rider of Lady Olwyn, trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost her action and was therefore pulled up.
The trainer’s representative, reported to the Clerk of Scales that Bobsthewizard, trained by F. Flood, was found to have a burst blood vessel post race.
329F Weatherbys Ireland GSB Handicap Steeplechase & T.C. Carroll, rider of Caduceus, trained by P. Hughes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled in this race.
The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Caduceus at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.