The Stewards fined the following trainers in respect of their non-runners:-

Patrick J. McKenna, trainer of No Speed Limit (FR) (off feed) - €200
Liam G O'Brien, trainer of Imperial Khan (Transport Difficulties) - €200

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The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident turning for home involving Cuban Grey (GB), ridden by J.M. Sheridan, placed sixth, Hezahunk, ridden by R.P. Cleary, unplaced, and Adams Barbour ridden by N.M. Crosse, unplaced, where it appeared there was slight contact between the three. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

J.A. Heffernan, rider of Billboa (GB), trained by W.P.Browne, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jinked right at the gate.

J.M. Sheridan, rider of Cuban Grey (GB), trained by Patrick J. McKenna, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount leaned right down the straight.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed O. McSweeney, rider of Samrogue, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. In his evidence, O. McSweeney accepted he was in breach of the Regulation and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards were satisfied O. McSweeney was in breach of R.10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record in this regard, they suspended him for five racedays.

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C.J. MacRedmond, rider of Pierre Lapin, trained by Adrian McGuinness, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was short of room leaving the stalls.

R. Whearty, rider of Maestro Stick (GB), trained by Keith Henry Clarke, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was keen early.

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The Raceday Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Highland Mist, ridden by C. Horgan, and trained by Andrew Slattery. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. C. Horgan stated that his intructions were to try break smart and ride a race from there. He added that his mount didn't handle the surface the last day and was green but felt he wasn't handling the surface tonight again and his head was a bit high. He stated that when his mount got daylight he started to waver left and right and also drifted right in the final two hundred yards. He further added that his mount stumbled after the line. Andrew Slattery confirmed the instructions given and stated that his charge is a big horse and didn't handle Dundalk previously but wanted to get a run in to him. Regarding the ride given he stated that he was satisfied with the ride considering the type of horse he is and stated he was delighted with how the horse ran. The Raceday Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Highland Mist was examined and found to have a blood stained discharge on his right nostril post race. Furthermore she added that the blood was clotted and the colour was dark suggesting it may have been old. Samples were taken for further analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found C. Horgan and Andrew Slattery in breach of Rule 212A(ii). Having taken their respective records into account the Raceday Stewards (i) suspended C. Horgan for ten racedays,(ii)ordered that he forfeit his riding fee and (iii) imposed a fine of €2000 on Andrew Slattery trainer. Furthermore the Raceday Stewards suspended Highland Mist for 42 days in accordance with the provisions of 212C(d).

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J. Cleary, rider of Mullacash Buzz, trained by Thomas Dowling, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got upset in the stalls.

J. Kearney, rider of Jalo, trained by G.A. Kingston, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was tight for room two furlongs out.

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D. McMonagle, rider of Ohailbhic, trained by John James Feane, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his saddle slipped a bit.

N.M. Crosse, rider of Miss Black Jack (GB), trained by John S. O'Donoghue, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was carried across the track from the turn in.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages of this race involving Ohailbhic, ridden by D. McMonagle, placed first, and Miss Black Jack (GB), ridden by N.M. Crosse, placed second, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. D. McMonagle stated that his mount looked around when he hit the front and that his saddle slipped and as a result was unable to straighten his mount. N.M. Crosse stated that his mount was constantly being carried across to the right. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that while Ohailbhic had caused interference to Miss Black Lady it did not improve her finishing position as a result of this interference so they made no alteration to the Judge’s placings and took no further action .

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At the request of the Raceday Stewards, M.W Hassett, rider of The Poacher Daly, trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his saddle slipped during this race .

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G.M. Ryan, rider of Hungry Rock, trained by Mark Michael McNiff, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount rolled around in the straight.

N.M. Crosse, rider of Churchmouse, trained by Luke Comer, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right throughout.

R.P. Cleary, rider of Lough Alina, trained by M.M. Rice, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung badly throughout and lost his action in the home straight.

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K.G. Kennedy, rider of Hasten Slowly, trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left in the straight.

N.M. Crosse, rider of Dark Street, trained by Luke Comer, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right in the straight.

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Mads Black Eights, trained by Hugh Paul Finegan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was tight for room at the first bend. Having viewed a 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. C. Cunningham (Chairman),
Mr. P. Stewart,
Mr. D. Aiken,
Mr. P. Dunican,
Mr. P. Deegan.

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