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

Joseph Patrick O'Brien, trainer of Gambe Veloci (Off feed) - €200

204A Tote Always SP Or Better Claiming Race

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Eastern Racer, trained by James McAuley, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

J.A. Powell, rider of Tooso, trained by P.Cluskey, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran keen and hung left in the straight.

The Stewards interviewed G.F. Carroll, rider of Ideal Pal, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. In his evidence, G.F. Carroll accepted that there appeared to be one extra hit above the permitted guidelines but stated that a close examination of the video recording would reveal that he had hit S. Foley on the arm and no contact was made with his own mount. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards accepted G.F. Carroll's explanation.

204E Tote.ie Never Beaten By SP App. H'cap

The Stewards interviewed S.T. McCullagh, rider of L'Un Deux Trois, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. In his evidence, S.T. McCullagh stated that his mount was responding to his urgings but he had miscounted his use of the whip and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were of the opinion that S.T. McCullagh was in breach of R10(3)(g) by using his whip with excessive frequency. Having taken his clean previous record into consideration, the Stewards cautioned S.T. McCullagh on this occasion.

J.A. Powell, rider of South East Star trained by Eoin Doyle, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled during this race.

P.A. Harnett, rider of Forge Road trained by Eoin Christopher McCarthy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount threw a buck after leaving the starting stalls.

S.R Markey, rider of Ragtime Red trained by Anthony McCann, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away from the starting stalls and did not handle the ground.

204F Tote Guarantee All Irish & UK Races Hcp

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Youmdor (FR), ridden by C.T. Keane, and trained by W.P. Mullins. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer's representative concerned. C.T. Keane, stated that his mount had been off the racecourse for a long time and he was instructed to ride him wherever he was comfortable and to get him to run as well as he could. On reviewing the video in the presence of the Stewards, he pointed out that his mount got caught on the rail when racing down the back straight and he had to sit as he had nowhere to go until a gap appeared about two and a half furlongs out. He added that his mount stayed on but the winner and second placed horses had already gone clear at that stage. He described his mount as being a big awkward horse who handled the track only ok but in his opinion he could not have finished any closer and did not apply the whip as he had no more to give. Peter Delmer, Authorised Representative for W.P. Mullins, confirmed the riding instructions and reminded the Stewards that their charge had not run since the Cheltenham festival 2021. He expressed his satisfaction with the ride. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Youmdor (FR) was coughing post race. Samples were taken for analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations given.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. Donal Gavin (Chairman),

Mr. Justice Raymond Groarke,

Mr. Derek Pugh,

Mr. P. Deegan.

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