Dundalk 9th October 2026

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

L.T. McAteer, rider of Sonic Sabiha, trained by David Marnane, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got a bump close to the line.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Donner Dancer, ridden by P. McGettigan, placed first, and Sonic Sabiha, ridden by L.T. McAteer, placed second, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. L.T. McAteer stated that he received a significant bump which turned his mount sideways. He further added he felt this bump cost him the race. P. McGettigan stated that his mount went left but he corrected her immediately. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placings and took no further action.

P. McGettigan, rider of Donner Dancer, trained by Robson De Aguiar, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount rolled around a bit up the straight.

S.T. McCullagh, rider of Farmerspolish, trained by Henry de Bromhead, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that he took a check coming out of the back.

D.W. O'Connor, rider of Tio Joao, trained by Robson De Aguiar, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right up the straight.

A. Browne-Souza, rider of Con Artist, trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was cut off from the outside and clipped a heel.

G.M. Ryan, rider of Final Ascent (USA), trained by Donnacha Aidan O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran short of room at the furlong pole. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident on the bend leaving the back straight involving Thumama Glory, ridden by Adam Caffrey, and Con Artist, ridden by A. Browne-Souza, where it appeared Con Artist clipped a heel. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. A. Browne-Souza stated that there was room there and the rider on his outside closed it as he was coming into it. Adam Caffrey stated that he had a look three times and felt there was enough room coming to the point of the bend. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found Adam Caffrey was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly, and having considered his record in this regard (third offence), the Raceday Stewards suspended him for eight racedays.

The Raceday Stewards granted a request from Keith Henry Clarke, trainer of In A Hurry, for an additional ten minutes to present his charge for identification by an IHRB Official in accordance with the provisions of Rule 90(i).

N.M. Crosse, rider of Glitter And Glory, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got tight leaving the stalls.

The Raceday Stewards granted a request from Thomas Gibney, trainer of Booyea, for an additional ten minutes to present his charge for identification by an IHRB Official in accordance with the provisions of Rule 90(i). Subsequently, Booyea failed to present on time and was withdrawn by Order of the Raceday Stewards.

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Natalia Lupini, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Hellorhighwater (GB), placed first, as compared with its most recent run at the Curragh on the 29th of August. Natalia Lupini reported that her charge suffered a puncture wound after winning in Limerick which possibly knocked his confidence. She further added that her charge got very worked up the last day. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted the explanation given.

Reese Holohan, rider of Naoi, trained by W. McCreery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran around in the straight.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Temperance, trained by Miss Kate McGivern, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jumped slowly from the stalls.

K.G. Kennedy, rider of Glyndwr, trained by Gerard O'Leary, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left up the straight.

Kian McNally, rider of Bishopton, trained by Natalia Lupini, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was slowly away.

R.M Mulligan, rider of Timandi, trained by James M. Barrett, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away.

Reese Holohan, rider of Doctor Grace, trained by Adrian McGuinness, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right throughout.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident in the back straight involving Colugo, ridden by Sadhbh Tormey, Ventriloquist, ridden by A. Browne-Souza, and Zitkala Sa, ridden by Nicola Burns, where it appeared Ventriloquist and Zitkala Sa ran short of room as the free running Colugo passed them. 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 Camino Lad, trained by G.M.Lyons, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Touch The Moon, trained by William Durkan, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Touch The Moon, trained by William Durkan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran keen.

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Dr. P. Molony (Chairman),
Mr. J. Gaisford St Lawrence,
Mr. D. McCormack,
Mrs. A. Smyth,
Mr. L. Aspell.

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