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

Patrick J. McKenna, trainer of Sam Missile (Off feed) - €200

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Sam Ewing, rider of Crystal Dawn trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount stopped quickly.

The Stewards interviewed P.A. Harnett, rider of Tony The Gent, concerning the fact that he appeared to move across before reaching the marker poles. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered evidence from the rider, who stated that he had moved across early and had heard some shouting on his inside which made him straighten up briefly before moving across again, the Stewards were of the opinion that P.A. Harnett was in breach of Rule 211(a) by failing to ride in a straight line from his draw position until reaching the marker poles. Having considered P.A. Harnett's record in this regard the Stewards suspended P.A. Harnett for one raceday.

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O.J. Orr, rider of Tynamite trained by David Marnane, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount lost its action.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Tynamite, trained by David Marnane, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be lame on its right hind post race.

D.E. Sheehy, rider of Ossco (GB) trained by Anthony McCann, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was slowly away.

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Wishbone trained by J.J. Lambe, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount missed the break and was hampered after about a hundred yards and was then also badly hampered by the horse that pulled up. Having viewed a recording of the race with D.P. McDonogh the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Stewards requested a report from Leanne Breen, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Ahundrednotout (GB), placed first, as compared with its recent form. Leanne Breen stated that she only acquired the animal in December 2020 and on its first run for her where it was returning from a lay off it had run well until about two furlongs from home and in her opinion had improved for the run. She added that the application of cheekpieces today, to help it concentrate, coupled with the outside draw, which meant that he was not crowded early on, may have helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanation given.

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The Stewards interviewed Katelyn Young, rider of But You Said, concerning her use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that she had not realised how way back she was and accepted that she had used her whip when clearly out of contention and she apologised for her actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that Katelyn Young was in breach of Regulation 10.3.b, the unnecessary hitting of a horse after its chance of winning or being placed is clearly gone. Having considered Katelyn Young's record in this regard the Stewards suspended Katelyn Young for one raceday.

R.P. Cleary, rider of Special Memento trained by Tracey Collins, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount lost its action.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Special Memento trained by Tracey Collins was found to be lame on its right hind post race.

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M.A. Gallagher, rider of Dande trained by F. Birrane, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got tight for room going to the first bend, received a little pressure from the outside and then ran too keenly.

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T.P. Madden, rider of Forbearance trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount ran green inside the final furlong.

G.P. Brouder, rider of Here She Comes trained by Peter McCreery, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount ran very green.

R.P. Cleary, rider of Janets Wish trained by Paul W. Flynn, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount lugged a little left turning in.

The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Dedillon, ridden by B.M. Coen, placed second and Forbearance, ridden by T.P. Madden, placed first, where it appeared that interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. B.M. Coen stated that his mount had jumped from the gates and travelled well but didn't pick up and put the race to bed. He added that although he felt that his mount was intimidated by the winner he did not feel that it had cost him anything. T.P. Madden stated that his mount was very green on only its second start and that she hung a little right but he had straightened her up. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that any interference caused was accidental in nature and they made no alteration to the Judge's placings and they took no further action.

The Stewards informed Peter McCreery, trainer, that Here She Comes, would have to be recertified before being declared to run from stalls again.

The Stewards informed Peter McCreery, trainer that Here She Comes, would have to be recertified before being declared to run from stalls again.

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The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Falsaron, ridden by M.P. Sheehy, placed fifth, Star Harbour, ridden by G.M. Ryan, placed first and Barretstown, ridden by W.J. Lee, placed second, where it appeared that interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. M.P. Sheehy stated that he took a precautionary check but he was going backwards anyway. W.J. Lee stated that he was in a head to head battle but in the last hundred yards the winner was constantly moving to the left and severely intimidated his mount. G.M. Ryan stated that his horse is a big raw horse who rolled around when he hit the front, he dropped his whip and he did not realise he gad drifted off a straight line as much. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that Star Harbour had caused interference to Barretstown and in doing so had improved its position in relation to the second horse. The Stewards therefore reversed the placings of the first and second horses. Furthermore, The Stewards were satisfied that G.M. Ryan was in breach of Rule 214, in that he had ridden carelessly. Having considered G.M. Ryan's record in this regard the Stewards suspended G.M. Ryan for three racedays. The amended result now reads:-
1st: Barretstown
2nd: Star Harbour
3rd: Kadupul
4th: Ben Siegel
5th: Falsaron.

G.M. Ryan, rider of Star Harbour trained by Adrian McGuinness, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount rolled around when he hit the front.

W.J. Lee, rider of Barretstown trained by Conor O'Dwyer, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got carried left.

W.J. Lee, rider of Barretstown trained by Conor O'Dwyer, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got carried left.

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D. McMonagle, rider of Merroir trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung left throughout.

The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Merroir, ridden by D. McMonagle, placed third, Doyouthinkso (GB), ridden by C.D. Hayes, placed fifth and Arctic Blaze, ridden by O.J. Orr, placed fourth, where it appeared that interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. D. McMonagle stated that his mount has a history of hanging left and he had his whip in the correct hand and was making every effort to keep her straight. He added that he was aware of the horses on his inside and had heard Mr. Hayes shout. C.D. Hayes stated that his mount did not have the pace to hold his position and that while there was minor contact between his mount and Mr. McMonagle's mount he felt it did not cost him anything. O.J. Orr stated that he received no contact and although Mr. McMonagle's mount had crossed him, it had not caused him to check. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that any interference caused was accidental in nature and they made no alteration to the Judge's placings and took no further action.

The Stewards received a report later in the day that Chief Of Police, trained by Oliver McKiernan had run in blinkers and not cheek pieces as declared. The Stewards were unable to enquire into the matter as the connections had departed the track and they therefore referred the matter to the C.E.O. of The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board for further investigation.

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The Stewards interviewed H.J. Horgan, rider of Port Lockroy (FR), concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that he was aware of the permitted number of strikes and be apologised for knowingly going over the limit and he also accepted that he was using the whip above shoulder height. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that H.J. Horgan was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g, excessive frequency and 10.3.h, the use of the whip with the arm above shoulder height. Having considered H.J. Horgan's record in this regard The Stewards suspended H.J. Horgan for four racedays. H.J. Horgan was accompanied by Mr. Brendan Powell at this enquiry.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. J. Hunt (Chairman),
Mr. R. Hall,
Mr. F. Fitzsimons,
Mr. M.F. O'Donoghue.

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