Dundalk 17th October 2025

The Stewards fined the following trainer in respect of their non-runner:-

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

S. Coen, rider of Harry The Rogue, trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran free.

P.A. Harnett, rider of Lady McC, trained by Natalia Lupini, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly.

S.A. Wallace, rider of Alumni Lia, trained by Adrian Murray, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left up the straight.

Jessica O'Gorman, rider of Eutropia (GB), trained by Kevin Thomas Coleman, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount hung left up the straight.

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Ard Na Mara, trained by J. S. Bolger, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount lost its action.

A.J. Slattery, rider of Drucker (USA), trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right up the straight.

W.J. Lee, rider of Faro Island (GB), trained by A. Oliver, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Ard Na Mara, trained by J. S. Bolger, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to have a small nick on its left hind fetlock but to be otherwise post race normal.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Faro Island (GB), trained by A. Oliver, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. However, it was subsequently reported to the IHRB Veterinary Officer that Faro Island was found to have mucus in its lungs following endoscopic examination.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident on the first bend involving Drucker (USA), ridden by A.J. Slattery, Candidly, ridden by G.M. Ryan, and Vivacious Lady, ridden by R.P. Whelan where it appeared Drucker got tight for room momentarily. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. A.J. Slattery stated that it got tight momentarily and he let a shout to the riders. G.M. Ryan stated that he maintained his racing line. R.P. Whelan stated that he got a shout and kept his line then. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Raceday Stewards that Up To Ninety trained by Jack W. Davison was found to be a gelding and not a colt as shown on the passport presented. Having considered the report, the Raceday Stewards fined the trainer €130 in accordance with the provisions of Rule 148(xii).

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Quinta Girl, trained by M.D. O'Callaghan, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

R.P. Whelan, rider of Sovereign Thought, trained by Donnacha Aidan O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran a little keen early and leaned right up the straight.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Bowman, trained by C.Byrnes, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Tom McGuinness, trainer of Hastily (GB), regarding the late arrival of the horse into the parade ring. Evidence was heard from the trainer who stated that he was late into the parade ring as his charge was upset in the yard so he put on a lip chain to try and settle her. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards accepted his explanation and took no further action.

The Raceday Stewards also interviewed Tom McGuiness regarding the conduct of his charge Hastily, who was unruly at the start and kicked out at another jockey. Tom McGuinness stated he instructed the jockey to dismount down at the start and keep her isolated as she has a tendency to kick out. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards suspended Hastily from running for 60 days in accordance with Rule 14(iii) as a result of its behaviour.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Hell Left Loose (GB), trained by Denis Gerard Hogan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got tight for room and had to take a check.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the home straight involving La La Lucrative, ridden by R.C. Colgan, unplaced, Drafted, ridden by L.T. McAteer, placed first, and Bucky Larson, ridden by J. Cleary, placed second, where it appeared R.C. Colgan had to sit momentarily. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. R.C. Colgan stated that his mount was going backwards and was carried across a small bit. J. Cleary stated that his mount followed Drafted across but he was ahead of him at the time. L.T. McAteer stated that his mount ran around and went right but he corrected him immediately. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident inside the final furlong involving Haughty (GB), ridden by M. Crehan, placed sixth, and Hell Left Loose (GB), ridden by C.D. Hayes, placed fifth, where it appeared C.D. Hayes had to check. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. C.D. Hayes stated that he was carried over to the rail and had to check to prevent an incident. M. Crehan stated that his mount was lugging away from the horses on his inside. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found M. Crehan was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly, and having considered his clean record in this regard the Raceday Stewards suspended him for two racedays. Mr. N. Wachman recused himself from this enquiry and Mr. M. Magnier acted as Chairman.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Ballintogher, trained by Daniel James Murphy, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be blowing hard post race.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident in the closing stages involving Cecco (USA), ridden by J.M. Sheridan, placed first, and Washington Street, ridden by C.T. Keane, placed second, where it appeared the two horses came close together. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Dandy Land, trained by W. McCreery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got hampered going into the first bend.

D. Browne McMonagle, rider of La Flute, trained by R.P.Cody, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got carried out going into the first bend.

B.M. Coen, rider of Woolridge (GB), trained by A. Oliver, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away and when he got into stride ran keen into the first bend and had to take off of heels. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. N. Wachman (Chairman),
Mr. M. Magnier,
Mr. H. Lappin,
Mr. L. Walsh.

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