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

M.P. Walsh rode Gain De Cause (FR) (reserve) , trained by A.J.Martin (Race 1)
G.P. Brouder rode Cousin Harry (reserve) , trained by P.J. Rothwell (Race 2)
M.P. Walsh replaced L.P. Dempsey on Glens Of Antrim, trained by W.P. Mullins (Race 4)(Intended mount was a non runner)
M.P. Fogarty replaced P. Townend on Yukon Lil (GB), trained by W.P. Mullins (Race 6)(Stood down)
Mr P.W. Mullins replaced P. Townend on Asterion Forlonge (FR), trained by W.P. Mullins (Race 7)(Stood down)

065A Ryan's Cleaning & Recycling M'dn H'dle

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Wild Shot (GB), ridden by D.E. Browne, and trained by John C. McConnell. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. D.E. Browne, stated that there was uncertainty about his mount staying the trip and his instructions were to sit in towards the rear of the field and to try to get his mount to run on at the end of the race. On reviewing the video of the race with the Stewards he stated that he was happy with his position early in the race where he gave his mount plenty of light to see his hurdles. He added that his mounts jumping improved as the race progressed and was on the bridle until the turn into the straight. He acknowledged that he did not look vigorous in his riding in the latter stages of this race but had kept his mount going by nudging him along. John C. McConnell, confirmed the riding instructions and stated that his charge was a very small horse who had won under the Rules of Racing but appeared to have a high handicap mark as a result of the victory. He added that his charge was diverted to hurdle racing but there was a doubt about him staying the trip. He admitted to the Stewards that he was delighted with the performance of his charge but felt that the rider should have been closer to the pace when the race began to unfold. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Wild Shot (GB) was post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the trainers explanation but suspended Wild Shot (GB) for 60 racedays in accordance with the provisions of Rule 212(A)(v) as a consequence of the rider's actions. Furthermore, the Stewards were of the opinion that D.E. Browne was in breach of Rule 212(A)(ii) and suspended him for 21 racedays and ordered that he forfeit his riding fee. Ms Justice Leonie Reynolds and Mr Justice Tony Hunt, Acting Stewards, absented themselves from this enquiry and Dr Frank Kenny was nominated to act on the Stewards panel where this enquiry was chaired by Mr Philip Caffrey. .

065B Cawley Furniture Novice H'cap H'dle

J.W. Kennedy, rider of Papal Lodge trained by Mrs Denise Foster, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount never travelled during this race.

D.J. McInerney, rider of Nero Rock trained by M.F.Morris, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount stopped quickly in this race.

Adrian Murray, trainer of She's Commanche, reported to the Office of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board that his charge was found to be in season post race.

065C Paddy Kehoe Suspended Ceilings Nov. Hdle

The Stewards reviewed an incident before the turn into the straight involving Thedevilscoachman, ridden by M.P. Walsh, unplaced, M C Muldoon, ridden by Mr P.W. Mullins, placed second, Master McShee (GB), ridden by S.W. Flanagan, placed fifth and Razzle Dazzle Love, ridden by D.J. O'Keeffe, unplaced, where it appeared that these runners were tight for room for a few strides. Having reviewed the recording and considered the matter, the Stewards decided that no further action was warranted

065D Irish Stallion Farms EBF (M) Novice Hdle

D.J. O'Keeffe, rider of Rhythm Divine trained by Thomas Gibney, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount made a bad mistake at the last hurdle with a circuit to run.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Rhythm Divine, trained by Thomas Gibney, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to have blood at both nostrils possibly as a result of a bad mistake when jumping during the race.

065F BoyleSports Novice H'cap S'chase

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Jerandme, trained by Noel Meade, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to have pulled a left hind shoe, otherwise was post race normal.

J.J. Slevin, rider of Duc D'allier (FR) trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount lost his action and was pulled up.

065G The Underwriting Exchange Novice S'chase

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Andy Dufresne, trained by Mrs Denise Foster, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to have lost a left hind shoe, otherwise was post race normal.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:

Ms Justice Leonie Reynolds (Chairman),

Mr. Justice Tony Hunt,

Mr. Philip Caffrey,

Mr. P.D. Matthews.

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