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

R.P. Whelan replaced W.M. Lordan on Lan Cinnte, trained by Mrs John Harrington (Race 6)(Injury)
N.M. Crosse replaced W.M. Lordan on Sirjack Thomas, trained by Adrian McGuinness (Race 5)(Injury)
W.J. Lee replaced W.M. Lordan on Narmar, trained by Henry de Bromhead (Race 7)(Injury)

175A GAIN Railway Stakes

W.J. Lee, rider of I Am Invictus, trained by M.D. O'Callaghan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount rolled left under pressure.

G.P. Halpin, rider of Lightening Army (GB), trained by Adrian Murray, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left off the bridle.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed R.G. Ryan, rider of Bucanero Fuerte (GB), concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. R.G. Ryan stated that he was using a new whip and stayed within the frequency limits. He suggested that the horse possibly marked himself off a stable wall prior to the race and was possibly light-skinned. He also produced his whip for the Stewards and photographic evidence. Dr. L. Hillyer, Chief Veterinary Officer, stated that the weals and markings were brought to her attention by a veterinary officer after the race and were still evident some time later. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards were not satisfied that a breach of the excessive force regulation had occurred and took no further action.

175C Dubai Duty Free Rockingham H'cap

B.M. Coen, rider of Jon Riggens, trained by Edward Lynam, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount reared as the stalls opened.

Edward Lynam, trainer of Jon Riggens, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge got a fright as the stalls opened and was slowly away.

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Martin Hassett, trainer following the winning performance of Harry's Hill (GB) in this race, which appeared to represent an improvement on its previous run. The trainer reported that his charge ran flat the last day for no apparent reason and he was very disappointed with the run. Having considered the report and liaised with the IHRB Handicapper, the Raceday Stewards noted its contents.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference in the final 50 yards involving Master Matt (GB), ridden by R.P. Whelan, deat heated for second place, and Michaela's Boy, ridden by Jason Hart, dead heated for second place, where it appeared the two horses came close together. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. R.P. Whelan stated that any interference occurred almost on the line and was of little consequence. Jason Hart stated that he really wasn't aware of much interference. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that the interference did not improve the position of either horse and was accidental in nature and took no further action.

175D Dubai Duty Free Derby Festival H'cap

L.T. McAteer, rider of Brave Troop, trained by Barry J. Fitzgerald, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount felt like he took a few lame steps in the closing stages but returned sound.

C.J. MacRedmond, rider of Current Option, trained by Adrian McGuinness, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got no luck in-running between the three furlong and one furlong marker.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Farnborough, trained by A.P.O'Brien, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Brave Troop, trained by Barry J. Fitzgerald, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

175E Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby

G.M. Ryan, rider of Proud And Regal, trained by Donnacha Aidan O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was hampered by the faller.

S. Foley, rider of Sprewell, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right on the ground.

D. McMonagle, rider of White Birch (GB), trained by John Joseph Murphy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount lost any chance with the fallen rider.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Sprewell, trained by Mrs John Harrington, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined White Birch (GB), trained by John Joseph Murphy, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident just before the turn-in involving San Antonio, ridden by W.M. Lordan, where the horse appeared to lose its action and unseat the rider. W.M. Lordan was unable to give evidence to the Stewards due to injury but the Stewards were satisfied that the incident was caused by his mount getting injured independently of any other runner and they took no further action.

175F Dubai Duty Free Summer (Fillies) H'cap

R.P. Whelan, rider of Lan Cinnte, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount drifted right in the closing stages.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the final furlong involving Adelaise, ridden by M.P. Sheehy, and Lan Cinnte, ridden by R.P. Whelan where it appeared Lan Cinnte shifted across Adelaise. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. M.P. Sheehy stated that Lan Cinnte drifted slightly across him but his race was run at that stage and no contact was made. R.P. Whelan stated that his mount lugged to the right and got lonely, at which point he pulled his whip through as soon as possible. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found R.P. Whelan in breach of Rule 214 in that they had ridden carelessly, and having considered his record in this regard the Raceday Stewards cautioned him on this occasion.

175G Dubai Duty Free Celebration Stakes

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident approximately 100 yards after the start involving Pretreville (FR), ridden by G.M. Ryan, and Bold Discovery (USA), ridden by S. Foley where it appeared Bold Discovery had to check. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. S. Foley stated that he wanted to get a good position early, Pretreville was clear of him but his own horse lengthened his stride and reached before he steadied. G.M. Ryan concurred with S. Foley's evidence and stated that he took a precautionary look across and his horse launched at that stage. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that any interference which occurred was accidental and they took no further action.

W.J. Lee, rider of Narmar, trained by Henry de Bromhead, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount reared up after the stalls opened.

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Mrs John Harrington, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Bold Discovery (USA), placed first, as compared with its most recent run. The trainer's representative stated that Bold Discovery (USA) scoped badly subsequent to its penultimate start and perhaps took longer to recover from its treatment which may have affected its last start. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted its contents.

175H Dubai Duty Free Irish EBF 'Ragusa' H'cap

Adam Caffrey, rider of Old Port, trained by C.Byrnes, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that he had to take a slight check inside the final furlong.

R.P. Whelan, rider of Golden Twilight, trained by M. Halford & T. Collins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount leaned right in the final furlong.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident inside the final furlong involving Smooth Tom, ridden by A.J. Slattery, Old Port, ridden by Adam Caffrey, Golden Twilight, ridden by R.P. Whelan, and Mr Escobar, ridden by C.D. Hayes, where it appeared runners got tight for room. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Mr. Justice Tony Hunt (Chairman)
Mr. Peter M. Allen
Mr. N.B. Wachman
Mr. Philip Caffrey
Mr. L. Walsh

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