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

B.J. Cooper rode Belle Lurette (FR) (reserve) , trained by W.J. Burke (Race 1)
M.P. O'Connor rode Hgranca De Thaix (FR) (reserve) , trained by Barry Connell (Race 6)
R.P. Treacy rode Cahirdown Boy (reserve) , trained by E. McNamara (Race 6)
Mr. B. O'Neill rode The Big Doyen (reserve) , trained by Peter Fahey (Race 8)
D.F. O'Regan replaced D.N. Russell on Fierami (FR), trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 6)(Unwell)
B.J. Cooper replaced D.N. Russell on Buddy Rich, trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 7)(Unwell)

273A Irish Stallion Farms EBF (M) M'dn H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Belville Babe trained by Gavin Cromwell was found to have blood at both nostrils post race.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Red As Rust trained by Nigel Thomas Slevin was found to have blood at both nostrils post race.

273B Connollys RED MILLS EBF Auction Mdn Hdle

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Free Nelson (GB), ridden by D.F. O'Regan, and trained by Gordon Elliott. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. D.F. O'Regan, stated that his instructions were to sit fifth or sixth, get settled and do his best from there. He stated that his mount was quite buzzy on leaving the parade ring, he jumped off on the rail, got cover early and took a chance down the rail. He stated that his mount was a difficult ride and ran very free. He jumped quite well apart from minor errors at the last with a circuit to go, the fourth last and the last. He felt that the slow tempo of the early pace contributed to his mount not settling. In the finishing straight he changed his hands on him but he started to empty and he had nothing left at the finish. Gordon Elliott, confirmed the instructions given and expressed his satisfaction with the ride given to the horse. He further stated that this is a tricky sort who has been off the track for two years with a leg injury. Not withstanding the two year absence he felt the horse was fit and well today and capable of running his race. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Free Nelson (GB) was post race normal. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.

R.A. Doyle, rider of Fanoir trained by Conor O'Dwyer, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount stopped very quickly.

273C1 Adare Manor Opportunity H'cap H'dle

The Stewards enquired into an incident on the turn into the straight involving Kitty Galore, ridden by S. Fitzgerald, where it appeared a number of horses got tight on the rail as this horse dropped back. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

273C2 Adare Manor Opportunity H'cap H'dle

J.G. Gilligan, rider of Blackberry Jack trained by Denis Leahy, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung slightly right all the way.

G. Brouder, rider of Lady De Vesci trained by M.Halford, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount made a noise.

273D Liam Healy Memorial Lartigue H'dle(Hcap)

L.P. Dempsey, rider of Clever Currency trained by Paul W. Flynn, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount felt like he went wrong and pulled up.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. J. Patrick Barry (Chairman)
Ms. Kate Horgan
Mr. Bryan Murphy
Mr. P.D. Matthews

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