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

W. Joyce replaced L.T. McAteer on Inishmot Prince, trained by T.G.McCourt (Race 5)(See enquiry)

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The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Ellaat (GB), trained by Noel C. Kelly, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be coughing excessively post race.

At the request of the Stewards, W.J. Lee, rider of Ellaat (GB), trained by Noel C. Kelly, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled.

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W. Joyce, rider of Spirit And Glory trained by Michael Mulvany, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away and hung throughout.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Pink Socks, trained by Timothy Doyle, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

M.P. Sheehy, rider of Pink Socks trained by Timothy Doyle, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled.

Siobhan Rutledge, rider of Griseo trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount missed the break.

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At the request of the Stewards, James J. Doyle, rider of Pink Sky At Night, trained by John C. Shearman, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was slowly away.

J. Coen, rider of Hey Kameir trained by M.J. Tynan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right throughout.

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The Stewards requested a report from Donal Commins, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Drish Melody, placed first, as compared with its most recent run. Donal Cummins stated that his charge got quite upset travelling to the races at Dundalk on the first of December and this may have attributed to its poor performance. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanation given.

J. Coen, rider of Satin Snake (GB) trained by Gerard O'Leary, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away and hung right in the straight.

W.M. Lordan, rider of Gunners Dream trained by Patrick Martin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right in the straight.

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The Stewards received a report from the Clerk of the Scales, Mr. P. L. Malone, that L.T. McAteer, rider of Inishmot Prince, had presented himself to weigh out at three pounds overweight, none of which had been declared at declaration time. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted that this was the case. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that L. T. McAteer was in breach of Rule 195(i)(c) and Rule 198 and having considered his record in this regard the Stewards suspended L. T. McAteer for two racedays. Furthermore, the Stewards granted a request from the trainer to substitute L. T. McAteer with W. Joyce.

J.M. Sheridan, rider of La Bella Viva trained by Patrick Martin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung badly from halfway.

S.B. Kelly, rider of Oisins Well trained by Edmond Daniel Linehan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away and lost considerable ground.

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The Stewards enquired into an incident in the closing stages involving Mass Gathering, ridden by J.A. Powell, Teddy Boy, ridden by C.P. Hoban and Manhattan Dandy, ridden by J. Coen, where it appeared that Teddy Boy ran short of room and had to check. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. J. A. Powell stated that his race was run and he felt he kept a straight line. C. P. Hoban stated that he suffered minor interference but his mount was unable to take the gap when it was there. J. Coen stated that his mount drifted left and he corrected it when he heard a shout. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards took no further action other than to remind J. Coen to ride with more awareness in the future. J. Coen was accompanied at this enquiry by Mrs. E. O'Farrell.

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C.D. Hayes, rider of Fan Club Rules trained by Luke Comer, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran too keen.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Meishar (ARG), trained by James McAuley, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

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The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Cityman (GB), trained by Andrew Slattery, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting: Mr.J.McGrath (Chairman), Mr.P. Stewart, Mr.C. Hall-Thompson, Mr.Liam Walsh.

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