James J. Doyle, rider of Yuften (GB) trained by Denis Gerard Hogan, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount missed the kick and moved poorly.

The Stewards fined Miss Elizabeth Doyle, trainer, €65 for failing to fit cheek pieces as declared to My Lark, prior to entering the parade ring.

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Yuften (GB), ridden by James J. Doyle, and trained by Denis Gerard Hogan. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. James J. Doyle stated that he was instructed to sit in third, fourth or fifth place and to track his stable companion, Tony the Gent, for as long as he could and to go on to win or finish in the best possible position. James J. Doyle added that he fell out of the stalls, bustled his mount along, got stuck behind horses, did not have enough pace and moved poorly throughout. He sat at the rear until he could get enough room to run on, however at that stage the winner was gone on too far and he felt that he lost the race as a result of a bad start. Denis Gerard Hogan stated that he was expecting a straight forward run whereby his other charge, Tony the Gent, would have made the running but Yuften would finish better. Denis Gerard Hogan added that initially he was not satisfied with the ride given to Yuften however having viewed the race, spoken to the rider and considering that his charge was lame post race he was of the opinion that his charge could not have finished closer. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Yuften was lame post race and that samples were taken for analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, including betting trends in this race which the Stewards considered to require further investigation, the Stewards felt that they could not conclude the enquiry and they therefore referred the matter to the CEO of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board under Rule 14 (ii) (b).

James J. Doyle, rider of Mithmaar trained by Denis Gerard Hogan, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got a bit short of room in the latter stages of this race.

S. Foley, rider of Nanafullam trained by Jarlath P.Fahey, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount never let herself down.

The Stewards enquired into the fall of Guild (GB), ridden by G.M. Ryan shortly after leaving the stalls. Evidence was heard from M. Sheehy, rider of Irradiate, R.P. Whelan, rider of Gougane Barra and C. Keane, rider of Muzbid. All riders reported that Guild appeared to clip heels for no apparent reason. Having considered the evidence and viewed a recording of the race, the Stewards were satisfied that the fall was accidental in nature and they therefore took no further action.

Following the fall on the flat of Guild, trained by Luke Comer and ridden by G.M. Ryan, the Stewards declared this race void under Rule 10 following the stoppage of the race on safety grounds.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Line Judge (GB), trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be coughing post race.

A.J. Slattery, rider of Russian Vine trained by Kevin Thomas Coleman, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got tight for room on a couple of occasions during this race.

G.M. Ryan, rider of Reverberation (GB) trained by J.J.Lambe, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung right all the way up the straight.

P.A. Harnett, rider of Fascinating Spirit trained by Thomas P.O'Connor, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount reared up when jumping from stalls.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Sir Danilo (GB), at the request of trainer, F.Birrane, and reported the animal to be lame post race.

F.Birrane, trainer of Sir Danilo (GB), reported to the Clerk of Scales that his charge pulled a muscle from his pelvis and sustained small fractures during this race.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Sir Danilo (GB) trained by F.Birrane was lame post race.

R.P. Cleary, rider of Tanseeq (GB) trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got badly hampered leaving the stalls.

The Stewards enquired into an incident shortly after leaving the stalls involving Flarepath (GB), ridden by W.J. Lee, Tanseeq (GB), ridden by R.P. Cleary, Red Cymbal (GB), ridden by C.J. McGovern and Eacharn, ridden by B.M. Coen, where it appeared that interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that C.J. McGovern was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly and having considered his record in this regard, suspended him for 2 racedays.

D.E. Sheehy, rider of Iseebreeze trained by Anthony McCann, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount reared up in the stalls and was slowly away.

R.P. Cleary, rider of Lady Alcazar trained by Thomas Cleary, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got hampered leaving stalls.

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

Mr. F. Cahill (Chairman),
Mr. P.N. Reynolds,
Mr. P.D. Matthews.

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