Fairyhouse 10th November 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 Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Quatre Saison (FR), trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be blowing hard post race.

D. Meyler, rider of Garrison Gold, trained by Ms Margaret Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran off the bend.

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Peter Fahey, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Bethpage Theatre, placed first, as compared with its recent form. Peter Fahey stated that his charge hangs in all her races and a change of bit today may have helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted the content of the report.

E.M. O'Sullivan, rider of Bethpage Theatre, trained by Peter Fahey, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung left in the home straight.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident in the closing stages of this race involving Bethpage Theatre, ridden by E.M. O'Sullivan, Rebel Reba, ridden by B. Hayes, and Gratitudeforgrace (FR), ridden by D.J Gilligan, where it appeared Bethpage Theatre hung badly left despite its rider's best efforts. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

Sam Ewing, rider of Alberta Rose, trained by Daniel G. Murphy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung violently left and ran off the bend. Having viewed a 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 Warmer Days Ahead (FR), trained by Oliver McKiernan, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident after jumping three out involving Well Bud, ridden by J.W. Kennedy, and Warmer Days Ahead (FR), ridden by P.T. Enright, where it appeared there was contact between the two. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

Mr B. O'Neill, rider of My Life Be Like, trained by D.M. Christie, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran keen throughout.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Mr C.J. Shine, rider of Bartlemy Boy (GB), concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted that he was in breach and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that Mr C. J. Shine was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g (excessive frequency) and having considered his record in this regard (first offence) the Raceday Stewards suspended Mr C. J. Shine for two race days.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed the riders' first approach to the starter and were satisfied that no further action was warranted

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Miss G. Benson, rider of Annie Button, concerning her use of the whip throughout this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted that she was in breach of the regulation and apologised for her actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that Miss G. Benson was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g, (excessive frequency) and having considered her record in this regard (first offence) the Raceday Stewards suspended Miss G. Benson for two race days.

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting: Mr Laurence McFerran (Chairman), Dr P. Molony, Mr Ray McSharry, Mr David Aiken, Mr C. J. Sweeney.

The Raceday Stewards suspended the "starting procedures for tape starts" and the IHRB suspended Rule 208(i) and Rule (i)

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