Curragh 4th October 2026

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

The Raceday Stewards granted a request for a five minute delay to this race to accommodate the running of the Prix de L'Arc de Triomphe.

S. Coen, rider of Eastwatch, trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was hampered at the start. Having reviewed a recording of the incident, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Iamimmaculate, trained by Gerard O'Leary, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was impeded after 100 yards. Having reviewed a recording of the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Johnny Soda, trained by Adrian McGuinness, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed D P McDonogh rider of Iamimmaculate, C D Hayes rider of Majestic King, and Mr B R Hamilton, IHRB Starter, following reports furnished post race regarding the timing of the opening of the starting stalls. Evidence was heard from the riders and the IHRB Starter. D P McDonogh stated that he was on a difficult horse, called out to the starter "wait" that he wasn't ready to go and felt the start was mistimed. C D Hayes stated that he made the starter aware that he would be mounting in the stalls and asked him to wait until he had both feet in his irons. He further added that he had just about got his feet in the irons and had little control of his mount when the stalls opened which resulted in him coming out awkwardly. Mr B R Hamilton stated that he awaited the signal from the Stall Handler Team Leader, and when he was satisfied all horses were ready to start, he dropped the flag and started the race. Having considered all the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that several horses were acting up and in the circumstances the Starter was entitled to take the decision to start the race and that no further action was warranted.

A.J. Slattery, rider of Loughrea, trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right in the last two furlongs.

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Wo Wo Never, trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right in the last two furlongs.

The Raceday Stewards recieved a report from the IHRB Clerk of the Scales, that S. Coen, rider of Highbury See See had presented to weigh out at 2lbs overweight, none of which were declared at declaration time. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who explained the circumstances surrounding the overweight and apologised. Having considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that S. Coen was in breach of Rule 198 (vii) (a) and having considered his record, (fourth offence), they suspended him for five racedays. Furthermore, the Raceday Stewards granted a request from the trainer to allow S. Coen to ride at 2lbs overweight.

Sadhbh Tormey, rider of Titanium (FR), trained by Ciaran Murphy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount was slowly away.

J. Cleary, rider of Lady Mary Heath, trained by Aidan Anthony Howard, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was very slowly away.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Carla Ridge, trained by Eddie & Patrick Harty, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that the blind fold used for loading got caught in his mounts cheekpiece on leaving the stalls.

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Anthony McCann, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Whimsy (GB), placed first, as compared with its recent run. Anthony McCann reported that the reapplication of cheekpieces today may have brought about the improvement. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted its content.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Cool Azul, trained by A. Oliver, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

P. McGettigan, rider of Nakamura, trained by J.P. Murtagh, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was upset in the stalls.

Sadhbh Tormey, rider of Apothic Red, trained by T.G.McCourt, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount stopped quickly.

C. Cusack, rider of Green Kite, trained by Kevin Thomas Coleman, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly.

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Justice Leonie Reynolds (Chairman),
Mr John G Moloney,
Mr Joseph M McGrath,
Dr Frank Kenny,
Mr L Walsh.

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