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Listowel 22nd September 2023

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

Cian Michael Collins, trainer of Effernock Fizz (Ran recently) - €200.
P.J. Rothwell, trainer of Neptunus Equester (Ground) - €200
Sean Aherne, trainer of Only A Dollar (Change in going) - €200

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

Mr. Alan O'Sullivan rode Amazing Amy (reserve) trained by Eugene M. O'Sullivan (Race 4)
J.C. Gainford replaced D.J Gilligan on Irish Blaze, trained by Gordon Elliott (Race 6)(stood down)

281A John J.Galvin M'dn H'dle

A. McCurtin, rider of Soldat Flamboyant, trained by Daniel G. Murphy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was hampered by the faller.

At the request of the Raceday Stewards, J.G. Gilligan, rider of Just Three, trained by Paul John Gilligan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung in the straight.

281B Ladbrokes H'cap H'dle

S.F. O'Keeffe, rider of Ifiwerearichman, trained by Paul Nolan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount lost his action and was pulled up.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident about three furlongs from home involving Horantzau D'airy (FR), ridden by P. Townend, Volantis, ridden by M.J.M O'Sullivan, and The Big Chap, ridden by Rachael Blackmore, where it appeared it may have got tight for room momentarily. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

281C1 Guinness H'cap H'dle

The Raceday Stewards fined Miss J.M.Lee, trainer, €65 for failing to fit the declared cheek pieces to Keeffelee, prior to entering the parade ring.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident rounding the home bend involving Keeffelee, ridden by D. King, and Jacks Fancy, ridden by Rachael Blackmore, where it appeared Jacks Fancy momentarily had to check. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

J.W. Kennedy, rider of Dunleer Phoenix, trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled.

D.J. O'Keeffe, rider of Sweet Bonnie, trained by J.P. Flavin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was pulled up and dismounted.

281C2 Guinness H'cap H'dle

G.B. Noonan, rider of Jesina, trained by Eoin Christopher McCarthy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount didnt handle the ground.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Ballagh Star, trained by Mrs. Y. Dunleavy, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Miss Laura, trained by Brendan Maurice Walsh, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

281E Charlie Chute Memorial H'cap S'chase

At the request of the Raceday Stewards, M.J.M O'Sullivan, rider of Vado Forte (FR), trained by Ross O'Sullivan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount finds little for pressure when he comes off the bridle and was holding on to him to get him to finish out his race.

281F Listowel Failte Abhaile (Q.R.) Race

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Ms E.C. Costello, rider of Carslake (GB), trained by Aengus King, concerning her riding in the closing where it appeared she may have sat up momentarily and lost fourth place. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that she felt she had ridden out her mount to the best of her ability and was satisfied that she had achieved her best possible finishing position. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards took no further action .

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. C. O'Mahony (Chairman),
Mr. J. O'Shaughnessy,
Mr. J. O'Donoghue,
Mr. P. Deegan.



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


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