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

C. J. MacRedmond rode Tail Feather (GB) (reserve), trained by Adrian McGuinness (Race 4)
D. McMonagle rode Sister Lola (reserve), trained by Edward Lynam (Race 7)
D. E. Sheehy replaced L.T. McAteer on Baby Bellini, trained by I.Madden (Race 1)(Rider no show)

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The Stewards fined I.Madden, trainer, €65 for failing to fit the declared headgear to Baby Bellini, prior to entering the parade ring.

A.J. Farragher, rider of Never Mistabeat trained by Jarlath P.Fahey, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung right up the straight.

Sam Ewing, rider of Everyhouronthehour trained by W. Ross, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount rolled around a bit in the last furlong.

D.W. O'Connor, rider of Dazzling Darren trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was struck into down the back straight and lost its action.

C.J. MacRedmond, rider of Strip Light trained by Adrian McGuinness, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was free down the back straight.

The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Everyhouronthehour, ridden by Sam Ewing, placed first, Nightly Wailing, ridden by Sean Cleary Farrell, placed third and Never Mistabeat, ridden by A.J. Farragher, placed second, where it appeared that interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Sam Ewing was accompanied by K. O'Ryan at this enquiry. Sean Cleary Farrell was accompanied by Thomas Cleary at this enquiry. Sean Cleary Farrell stated that he had received interference from the horse on his inside which had caused him to check slightly. Sam Ewing stated that his mount had come from off the pace and he accepted that his mount had moved left after he had used the whip with his right hand. Adam Farragher stated that his mount had drifted right and he added that he was not aware that Sean Cleary Farrell's horse was on his outside. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the judge's placings. They were, however, satisfied that A. J. Farragher was in breach of Rule 214, in that he had ridden carelessly and having considered A. J. Farragher's record in this regard the stewards suspended A. J. Farragher for three racedays.

The Stewards, under the provisions of Rule 196, fined L. T. McAteer €200 for failing to present himself to weigh out.

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Following a request from broadcasters, the Stewards granted permission for the following delays: Race 2 + 2 minutes

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Faakhirah, trained by Adrian McGuinness, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be lame left hind post race.

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Sam Ewing, rider of St George's Head trained by Kieran P. Cotter, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his saddle slipped.

A.J. Slattery, rider of King Lenox (GB) trained by W. Ross, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount clipped heels after about a furlong.

Andrew McNamara, trainer of Red Striker, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his charge was lame post race.

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The Stewards interviewed W.J. Lee, rider of Swiss Swoo, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted that he had exceeded the permitted number of strikes. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that W.J. Lee was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g, excessive frequency. Having considered W. J. Lee's record in this regard the stewards cautioned him on this occasion.

At the request of the Stewards, O.J. Orr, rider of Retro Flame, trained by Timothy Doyle, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount is a small filly, that was very green and got tired in the last half a furlong.

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Sam Ewing, rider of Gold Phoenix trained by Kieran P. Cotter, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount ran green.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. R. Dore (Chairman),

Mr. F. Cahill,

Mr. S. Power,

Mr. H. T. Hynes.

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