Cork 4th April 2026

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Joyful Tidings (GB), trained by Gavin Cromwell, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

D.S. O'Sullivan, rider of Snap Decision, trained by Donncha Duggan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his saddle slipped a furlong out.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident approximately one furlong from home involving Starman Tom, ridden by D.P. McDonogh, and Cashel Blue, ridden by R.P. Whelan, where it appeared Starman Tom rolled slightly right causing R.P. Whelan to sit for a stride. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Bucanero Fuerte (GB), trained by Robson De Aguiar, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

D. Egan, rider of Bucanero Fuerte (GB), trained by Robson De Aguiar, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was blown across the track by a gust of wind three and a half furlongs out.

W.J. Lee, rider of King Cuan (GB), trained by P. Twomey, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was hit by a gust of wind and blown across the track at halfway.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed J.A. Heffernan, rider of Soldier's Tree, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that he felt his mount was shying away from the horse on his outside and that the conditions were extremely tough. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards due to weather conditions and the lack of a head on camera accepted J.A. Heffernans evidence on this occasion.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Wemightakedlongway, trained by Joseph Patrick 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 Sunrise Angel, trained by Andrew Slattery, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. Richard Rohan (Chairman),
Mr. John Moloney,
Mr. Steve McDonogh,
Ms. Linda Harney,
Mr. L. Aspell.

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