Dundalk 13th March 2026

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Eighty Eight, trained by John James Feane, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Without Love (GB), trained by Cian Hughes, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into the circumstances whereby Skillman Ave declared to run in Race Eight, was incorrectly presented to the parade ring for Race Five and had to be returned to the stable yard, before being replaced by the correctly declared On The Cards (FR). Both horses are trained by John C. McConnell. Evidence was heard from Ms Evie Pearce, Representative for trainer John C. McConnell, who stated that as she entered the parade ring she was approached by an IHRB Official querying the headgear, following this she realised that she had presented the wrong horse to the parade ring. Having considered all the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that John C. McConnell was in breach of Rule 148(i) and having considered his record in this regard (second offence) the Raceday Stewards fined John C. McConnell through his Representative €500 on this occasion. Furthermore the Raceday Stewards fined John C. McConnell €130 for failing to appoint an Authorised Representative in accordance with the provisions of Rule 147(v).

Adam Caffrey, rider of Land Of The Giants, trained by Adrian McGuinness, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got upset in the stalls.

P. McGettigan, rider of Ransom (GB), trained by P. Sweeney, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident one furlong from home involving Hero Of The Hour (GB), ridden by Sadhbh Tormey, placed fifth and Keskon, ridden by R.P. Cleary, unplaced, where it appeared Keskon drifted into the path of Hero Of The Hour (GB). Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

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

Mr. P. Stewart (Chairman),

Mr. S. Collins,

Mr. M. Magnier,

Mr. M. Sheahan,

Mr. A. Ring.

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