The Stewards fined the following trainer in respect of their non-runner:-

M.J. Tynan, trainer of Carbon King (off feed) - €200

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting:

L.P. Dempsey rode Coconut Tudor (reserve) trained by Gerard Kelleher (Race 1)
D.F. O'Regan replaced J.S. McGarvey on Crosshouse Boy, trained by Eugene M. O'Sullivan (Race 1)(sore)
J.M. Moore replaced J.S. McGarvey on Gaius (FR), trained by Noel C. Kelly (Race 3)(sore)
Mr. A. Sinnott replaced Mr M.J. Sweeney on Hello Arlene, trained by Neill McCluskey (Race 7)(injured)

016A Red Mills Irish EBF Auction M'dn H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Prince Zaltar (FR), trained by P.J. Rothwell, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

A. McCurtin, rider of Galmar trained by John J. Walsh, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left throughout.

M.J. Doyle, rider of Prince Zaltar (FR) trained by P.J. Rothwell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount didn't feel right behind and subsequently pulled up.

I.J. Power, rider of Toon Town, trained by John J. Walsh, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount got impeeded by the faller.

The Stewards enquired into an incident approximately one furlong from the finish involving Pinkerton, ridden by S.W. Flanagan and John Cannon (GB), ridden by B.J. Cooper, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. S.W. Flanagan stated that he thought he was clear of John Cannon but even so felt he had left enough room. B.J. Cooper stated that he received a bump but he had plenty of room and it made no difference to the running of his horse. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards took no further action other than to advise S.W. Flanagan to ride with more awareness in future.

P.J. Rothwell, trainer of Prince Zaltar (FR), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge was wrong behind and pulled up but was found to be fine after coming back in.

016C Horse & Jockey H'cap H'dle

D.N. Russell, rider of The Greek, trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined The Greek, trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

016D BetVictor H'cap S'chase

The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the straight involving Fakir D'alene (FR), ridden by Mr R. James, placed first, and Donkey Years, ridden by M.P. Walsh, placed second, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Mr. R. James stated that while his mount did lean out he felt it made no difference to the result. M.P. Walsh stated that he received a bump before the last and again received interference after the last on the run to the line. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that while Fakir D'alene had caused interference to Donkey Years, he did not improve his finishing position as a result of this interference so they made no alteration to the Judge’s placings. They were, however, of the opinion that Mr. R. James, was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly and having considered his record in this regard the Stewards cautioned him on this occasion.

The Stewards interviewed Mr R. James, rider of Fakir D'alene (FR), concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted he had used his whip excessively and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that Mr. R. James was in breach of R10.3g(frequency) and having considered his record, they suspended him for 1 raceday.

016F Coolmore NH Sires EBF (M) Novice S'chase

The Stewards enquired into an incident just before the turn in involving Ballyshannon Rose, ridden by J.W. Kennedy, Darrens Hope, ridden by I.J. Power, Jeremys Flame, ridden by L.P. Dempsey and Minella Melody, ridden by Rachael Blackmore, where it appeared Darrens Hope got tight for room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. J.W. Kennedy stated that things got tight when going to the bend. I.J. Power stated that he had to snatch up when he received pressure from both sides. L.P. Dempsey felt he kept his racing line throughout the bend and didn't receive any interference. Rachael Blackmore stated that she had plenty of room to go through the gap and didn't contribute to any interference. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards took no further action owing to inconclusive video evidence.

S.W. Flanagan, rider of Majestic Maid trained by Michael G. Kennedy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jumped right.

P. Townend, rider of Robinnia trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount jumped poor early on and lost ground.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Robinnia, trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Stewards interviewed J.W. Kennedy, rider of Ballyshannon Rose, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted he had used his whip excessively. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that J.W. Kennedy was in breach of R10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record, they suspended him for 2 racedays.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. N.P. Lambert (Chairman),
Mr. R.E. Rohan,
Mr. Tom Rudd,
Mr. L. Walsh.

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