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

Sam Ewing replaced J.W. Kennedy on Ask Philip, trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 1)(stood down)
J.C. Gainford replaced J.W. Kennedy on Daisy Dufresne, trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 2)(stood down)
D.N. Russell replaced J.W. Kennedy on The Bosses Oscar, trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 4)(stood down)
D.E. Mullins replaced K.M. Donoghue on Golden Sandbanks (GB), trained by Paul W. Flynn (Race 5)(unwell)

208A Jason Nyhan Memorial (C&G) M'dn H'dle

The Stewards interviewed G.B. Noonan, rider of Dorans Boy, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted he was in breach of the whip guidelines. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that G.B. Noonan was in breach of R10.3(g) and R10.3(i) and having considered his record, they suspended him for 7 racedays.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Bells Life, trained by E. J. O'Grady, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be lame on its left hind leg having been struck into on its left hind hock.

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Ithaka, ridden by K.C. Sexton, and trained by Ronan M.P. McNally. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. K.C. Sexton, stated that Ronan M.P. McNally, gave no riding instructions leaving it up to him how to ride the horse. He added that he planned to jumped out at the rear of the field to get him settled and then ride a race from there. He added the race went as planned and he put him into the race going across the top bend and he stayed on from there. Ronan M.P. McNally confirmed that he left it to K.C. Sexton on how to ride the horse stating that he was happy with the ride and delighted with the run from the horse. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Ithaka was post race normal with the exception of a small superficial cut on its left fore cannon. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that Ronan M.P. McNally and K.C. Sexton were in breach of Rule 212A(ii)(timely, real and substantial effort) and having considered their respective records, they fined Ronan M.P. McNally €2000 and suspended K.C. Sexton for 10 racedays and ordered that he forfeit his riding fee. Furthermore, the Stewards suspended Ithaka for a period of 42 days in accordance with the provisions of Rule 212C(d).

208C D Pack Services H'cap H'dle

The Stewards reviewed an incident after jumping the second last involving The Big Chap, ridden by K.C. Sexton, Yulong Voice (GB), ridden by S. Fitzgerald, and Inforapenny, ridden by R.A. Doyle where it appeared interference may have occurred. 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 Grozni (FR), trained by C.Byrnes, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

D.E. Mullins, rider of Rotten Row trained by Anthony Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount didn't come down the hill the second time.

208E PAQ IT H'cap H'dle

G.P. Brouder, rider of Uppertown Mya trained by Mary Ellen Doyle, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung badly left.

K.E Buckley, rider of Joyful Noise trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount clipped a heel at the bend past the stands.

208F John Thomas McNamara (Q.R.) H'cap H'dle

The Stewards interviewed Mr R. James, rider of Willaston, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned apologised for his use of the whip. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that Mr. R. James was in breach of R10.3(g) and having considered his record they suspended him for 4 racedays.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. John O' Shaughnessy (Chairman),
Mr. Anthony Ryan,
Mr. John Martin-Smith,
Mr. H.T. Hynes.

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