Curragh 4th May 2026

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

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

The Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference in the final furlong involving Otherworldly, ridden by J.M. Sheridan, placed second, Ischgl, ridden by B.M. Coen, placed fourth, and Belle Of The Ball, ridden by S. Foley, placed fifth, where it appeared Otherworldly and Ischgl bumped. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. J.M. Sheridan stated that he nursed his mount along early and was flat out. He felt he had plenty of room when it got a bit tight when he anticipated a gap. At that point Belle Of The Ball shifted slightly when his own horse's head was in the gap. B.M. Coen stated that he followed Belle Of The Ball and kept a straight line on her girth when Otherworldly leaned a bit right. S. Foley stated that he was still there at the furlong pole when his filly started to get leg weary and shifted slightly right. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that while Otherworldly had caused interference to Ischgl he did not improve his finishing position as a result of this interference so they made no alteration to the Judge’s placings and took no further action.

Adam Caffrey, rider of Star Glory, trained by Noel Meade, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got upset in the stalls.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the straight involving Take Charge Star, ridden by B.M. Coen and Andab, ridden by D. Browne McMonagle where it appeared these horses bumped. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. B.M. Coen stated that he stayed on the rail when the horse in front of him started coming back on him. A gap appeared but he wasn't quick enough to get into the gap. D. Browne McMonagle stated that he was in the one lane all the way and maintained his line when he got pressure from the inside. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found B.M. Coen in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly, and having considered his record in this regard (first offence) the Raceday Stewards suspended him for three race days.

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

Mrs John Harrington, trainer of Iron Lily, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her charge scoped dirty post race.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident in the final 50 yards involving Prevalence (GB), ridden by Nicola Burns, placed third, and Sanctijude, ridden by W.J. Lee, placed fourth, where it appeared these horses bumped. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

G.F. Carroll, rider of Alphecca, trained by Joseph G. Murphy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that he had to take a check three furlongs from the finish.

R.L. Moore, rider of Drop Dead Gorgeous, trained by A.P.O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that he didn't get a clear run. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the report the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident approximately three furlongs from the finish involving Alphecca, ridden by G.F. Carroll, and Killashee Warrior (GB), ridden by J.A. Powell where it appeared Alphecca checked on the inner. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. G.F. Carroll stated that the pace was strong and he was comfortable on the inside but as the horses move to the intersection they lose space on the inner and he took a check. J.A. Powell stated that he kept straight but the rail came out to meet them and he just held his line. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards did not apportion blame to any rider and took no further action.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed M.C. Grassick, trainer, in relation to his withdrawal of Loingseoir from this race with the excuse of going when there had been no change of going since declaration. Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned who stated that he had declared in the hope of forecasted rain which failed to materialise. He further stated that this ten year old horse needs minding and while the ground was perfectly safe it didn't suit his charge. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards allowed the withdrawal without imposing a fine on this occasion.

The Raceday Stewards received a report from Ms. P. Hassett, Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that A.J. Casey, rider of Cannonball Queen, weighed in at 1.3 lbs overweight. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that he had a drink after weighing out which may have accounted for him weighing in heavy. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that A.J. Casey was in breach of Rule 231(iii) and having taken his clean record in this regard into account cautioned him on this occasion. Furthermore they advised the rider to liaise with the Chief Medical Officer in relation to his minimum riding weight. Having been informed of the nature of the enquiry and his right to be accompanied, A.J. Casey elected to proceed without accompaniment.

Jessica O'Gorman, rider of Tai Tam Bay, trained by Eddie & Patrick Harty, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount hung right and lost her action in the straight.

Adam Caffrey, rider of I'm Spartacus, trained by Adrian McGuinness, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right and got no luck in running.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the straight involving Imperial Dream, ridden by A.C. Persse, Rappell, ridden by D. Browne McMonagle, Platino Bianco, ridden by J.J.G. Ryan and I'm Spartacus, ridden by Adam Caffrey where it appeared horses got tight for room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. A.C. Persse stated that he received no interference andwas going back when he took a precautionary check. D. Browne McMonagle stated that his mount was starting to get tired and he corrected as soon as he heard a shout. J.J.G. Ryan stated that his mount was weakening when he heard a shout and he kept his filly straight Adam Caffrey stated that he was flat out and his mount was leaning out when he took a precautionary check to prevent him running onto heels. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards did not apportion blame to any rider and took no further action.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Tai Tam Bay, trained by Eddie & Patrick Harty, 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. Charles Cunningham (Chairman)
Mr. John G. Moloney
Ms. Mary Cosgrave
Mr. Noel McCaffrey
Mr. L. Walsh.

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