D.P. McDonogh, rider of Ardamir (FR) trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount was badly interfered with in the last furlong.

The Stewards requested a report from James McAuley, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Swift Wing (GB), placed first, as compared with its most recent run. James McAuley stated that his charge was ridden prominently on its most recent run at Dundalk on the 23rd of November and a change to hold up tactics today had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanation given.

The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Tonkinese (GB), ridden by M.P. Sheehy, placed fourth, Swift Wing (GB), ridden by J.M. Sheridan, placed first, Ardamir (FR), ridden by D.P. McDonogh, placed fifth and Maysonlight (GB), ridden by G.F. Carroll, placed sixth, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the judge's placings. They did however find J. M. Sheridan in breach of Rule 214, in that he had ridden carelessly. Having considered J. M. Sheridan's record in this regard the Stewards suspended J. M. Sheridan for three racedays.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Pak Army, trained by J.R. Barry, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

J.M. Sheridan, rider of Pak Army trained by J.R. Barry, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung left up the straight.

James J. Doyle, rider of Mandarin Monarch trained by Andrew McNamara, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount met with trouble in running in the home straight.

The Stewards reviewed an incident in the home straight involving Pak Army, ridden by J.M. Sheridan, Mandarin Monarch, ridden by James J. Doyle, and Touch Of Gold, ridden by C.D. Hayes, where it appeared that Mandarin Monarch momentarily got tight for room. Having viewed the recording of the race, the Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Jack Berry House (GB), trained by John C. McConnell, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be blowing hard post race.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Irish Ambassador trained by Sarah Lynam, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount rolled around in the straight.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Camogue Wood, trained by Patrick J.Flynn, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

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

The Stewards enquired into an incident in the home straight involving Laurel Grove, ridden by Sam Ewing, unplaced, Airlift, ridden by D.E. Sheehy, unplaced and Majestic Matriarch, ridden by J.M. Sheridan, placed fifth, where it appeared that Airlift got tight for room and had to cheek. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards found J. M. Sheridan in breach of rule 214, in that he had ridden carelessly. Having considered J. M. Sheridan's record in this regard the Stewards suspended J. M. Sheridan for three racedays. Sam Ewing was accompanied at this enquiry by Mr. Niall Amond.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined The Mpex Kid, trained by Mrs D.A.Love, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

Sam Ewing, rider of The Mpex Kid trained by Mrs D.A.Love, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung left.

Mrs D.A. Love, trainer of The Mpex Kid, reported to the Office of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board that her charge jumped poorly from stalls, the rider failed to ride to instructions and was caught in behind horses throughout the race.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Catherine Chroi trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount got a bump early on.

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

Mr. J. Hunt (Chairman),

Mr. M. O'Malley,

Mr. G. V. Magee,

Mr. H. T. Hynes.

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