The Stewards fined the following trainers in respect of their non-runners:-

J. S. Bolger, trainer of Blondina (Ground) - €200.
J. S. Bolger, trainer of Blondina (Late withdrawal) - €200.
Joseph Patrick O'Brien, trainer of Uluru (Ground) - €200.

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

D.P. McDonogh replaced S.T. McCullagh on Goldana, trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien (Race 4)(Stewards permission)
D. Browne McMonagle replaced D.P. McDonogh on Je Zous, trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien (Race 4)(Intended mount a non runner)

277A Irish Stallion Farms EBF (Fillies) M'dn

At the request of the Raceday Stewards, J.M. Sheridan, rider of Clarabell (GB), trained by Adrian Sexton, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount travelled well into the straight, struggled in the closing stages and he nursed her home thereafter.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed the start of this race where it appeared that after the stalls had opened, the right hand gate of stall eight sprung back and struck You Are Mine, ridden by A. J. Slattery. Having viewed a recording of the incident and consulted with the rider and the IHRB Starter, Mr. P.L. Malone the stalls were checked prior to the next race and it was reported to the Raceday Stewards that a sucker on the right gate had broken, had since been replaced and the stalls had been retested and were confirmed to be in working order.

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

R. Whearty, rider of Let Her Cook, trained by William Harvey, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was outpaced early in the home straight.

At the request of the Raceday Stewards, A.C. Persse, rider of Oreeda, trained by Patrick J.Flynn, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran very green throughout..

277B Irish Stallion Farms EBF (C&G) M'dn

S. Foley, rider of Brandon Creek (GB), trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled.

D. McMonagle, rider of Tribal Nation (GB), trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount met with interference coming out of the gates.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident shortly after the stalls opened involving Brandon Creek (GB), ridden by S. Foley, Daler, ridden by C.T. Keane, Drucker (USA), ridden by A.J. Slattery, Red King, ridden by C.D. Hayes, and Tribal Nation (GB), ridden by D. McMonagle where it appeared that Tribal Nation and Daler got tight for room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. S. Foley stated that his mount jumped slightly right but he felt he was clear of the other riders. C.T. Keane stated that he met with interference after his ground was taken. A.J Slattery stated that he didn't jump quick enough to get a position. C.D. Hayes stated that he did not contribute to the incident. D. McMonagle stated that he got a bump from his right and got squeezed out, he also confirmed that his mount jumped right out of the gate. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards did not apportion blame to any individual rider and took no further action.

An Authorised Representative for Mrs John Harrington, trainer of Brandon Creek (GB), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her charge had scoped poorly post race.

277C Join The Gowran Park Racing Club H'cap

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident two furlongs out involving Academy Winner (USA), ridden by J.M. Sheridan, placed third, Rock Etoile, ridden by S. Coen, placed first, and Blue Wood, ridden by C.T. Keane, placed second, where it appeared that Academy Winner suffered interference. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned, in the presence of Brian Slattery who accompanied S. Coen. J.M. Sheridan stated that he was keeping straight when his mount received a bump on his hind quarters and he had to regain momentum. S. Coen stated that he panicked and acknowledged his mistake. C.T. Keane stated that he tried to keep his mount straight. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found S. Coen, in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly, and having considered his record in this regard (first offence) the Raceday Stewards suspended him for three racedays. In arriving at their decision, the Raceday Stewards considered the inexperience of S. Coen and the honesty of his evidence and allowed both mitigating factors when arriving at their decision on a penalty.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Harriet Eagle, trained by Patrick J.Flynn, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

J.M. Sheridan, rider of Academy Winner (USA), trained by Denis Gerard Hogan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount received a bump at the two furlong pole.

J.A. Powell, rider of Lorr's Girl, trained by Rodger Sweeney, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran short of room in the straight. The Raceday Stewards reviewed a recording of the race and were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

277D Denny Cordell Lanwades Stud (F) Stakes

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident at the first bend involving Lady Lunette, ridden by A.J. Slattery, unplaced, Valpolicella (GER), ridden by H.J. Horgan, unplaced, One Look, ridden by W.J. Lee, placed second, and Rubies Are Red, ridden by W.M. Lordan, placed sixth where it appeared Rubies Are Red ran short of room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. A.J. Slattery stated that he took time on the bend and felt he kept his racing line. H.J. Horgan stated that he was unaware that W.J. Lee had moved up but he felt he was clear regardless. W.J. Lee stated that he moved slightly in to avoid heels. W. M. Lordan stated that he met with interference and had to check. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards did not entirely agree with W.J Lee's evidence but they gave him the benefit of the doubt on this occasion and took no further action.

277E Racing Again October 4th & 5th M'dn

The Raceday Stewards informed Shane Ryder, trainer that Arturo Bay, would have to be recertified before being declared to run from stalls again.

M.P. Sheehy, rider of Becausedellasaidso, trained by Paul W. Flynn, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away.

277F Supp. Irish Jockeys Fund Apprentice Hcap

R. Whearty, rider of Madame Plaintiff, trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got upset in the stalls.

I. Francis, rider of Thefaithfulindian, trained by James M. Barcoe, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount was slowly away and didn't act on the ground.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Ms. Meta Osborne (Chairperson),
Ms. C. Corballis,
Mr. P. Coveney,
Mr. S. Power,
Mr. L. Walsh.

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