The Stewards reviewed an incident in the closing stages involving Immutable, ridden by G.F. Carroll, Trachonitus, ridden by K.J. Manning, and Newport (GB), ridden by P.A. Harnett where it appeared that the runners got close. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Tea Olive (FR), trained by Noel Meade, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.
J.A. Powell, rider of Tea Olive (FR) trained by Noel Meade, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jumped left out of the starting stalls.
The Stewards reviewed an incident on leaving the starting stalls involving Trachonitus, ridden by K.J. Manning, Newport (GB), ridden by P.A. Harnett, and Tea Olive (FR), ridden by J.A. Powell where it appeared that Newport(GB) and Tea Olive (FR) jumped left and collided causing Trachonitus to be impeded. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.
325C Bet Builder At Novibet H'capThe Stewards reviewed an incident inside the final furlong involving Secret Magician, ridden by J.A. Powell, and Downforce, ridden by N.M. Crosse where it appeared that both horses drifted to the left and got close together. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.
N.M. Crosse, rider of Downforce trained by W. McCreery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left throughout this race.
R.P. Cleary, rider of Andromedas Kingdom trained by M.C. Grassick, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away from the starting stalls.
325D Big Picture Communications (Fillies) MdnAt the request of the Stewards, B.M. Coen, rider of Thetys (FR), trained by A.J.Martin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was slightly slowly away out of the starting stalls.
325E Play Novileague At Novibet H'capJ.A. Powell, rider of Future Romance trained by Aidan Anthony Howard, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled during this race.
325F Extra Place Races At Novibet H'capThe Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Secret Secret, trained by Emmet Mullins, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.
R.C. Colgan, rider of Kashi (FR) trained by Karl Thornton, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jumped slowly from the starting stalls.
325H Bet Responsibly At Novibet H'capJack Enright, rider of Noble Glory trained by Gillian Scott, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount received interference at the start and checked.
S.M. Crosse, rider of Carirose trained by Aidan Anthony Howard, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was very slow out of the starting stalls.
The Stewards informed Aidan Anthony Howard, trainer, that his charge Carirose, which started very slowly today and refused to race at Gowran Park on the 18th October, may be liable to a suspension if she repeated similar behaviour in the future.
The Stewards enquired into an incident about two and a half furlongs from the finish involving The Cola Brasil (GB), ridden by C. Martins, Tall Story, ridden by J.A. Powell, and Talking Tough, ridden by Tom Kiely Marshall where it appeared that The Cola Brasil (GB) made a manoeuvre to the right and carried Tall Story off a straight racing line. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. In his evidence, Tom Kiely Marshall stated that his mount was going backwards when he caught the hind part of Tall Story. J.A. Powell stated that he received pressure from The Cola Brasil and had to momentarily check. C. Martins stated that he switched right of Soilse which started to drift left. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards found C. Martins was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly. Having considered his record in this regard, the Stewards cautioned him on this occasion.
GENERAL INFORMATIONFollowing a request from broadcasters, the Stewards granted permission for the following delays:
Race 1; +2 minutes
Race 2; +1 minute
Race 3; +1 minute
Race 4; +1 minute
Race 5; +1 minute
Race 6; +1 minute
Race 7; +1 minute .
The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. Laurence McFerran (Chairman),
Mr. Jack Rearden,
Mr. John Martin-Smith,
Mr. Anthony Byrne,
Mr. P.D. Deegan.
Disclaimer: Please note this information is provisional and is subject to amendment until published in the Irish Racing Calendar.