Fairyhouse 28th May 2026

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

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

L.F. Roche, rider of Tawaazon, trained by John Andrew Kinsella, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount leaned left from three and a half furlongs out.

C.T. Keane, rider of Profit Surge, trained by Gerard Keane, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left under pressure.

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

C.D. Hayes, rider of Gonna Be Golden, trained by A. Oliver, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his saddle slipped.

W.J. Lee, rider of All Hail, trained by A. Oliver, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly in the straight.

G.M. Ryan, rider of Absoluteassignment, trained by Anthony Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got upset in the stalls.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined All Hail, trained by A. Oliver, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to have grazes on its right fore pastern but to be otherwise post race normal.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Gonna Be Golden, trained by A. Oliver, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his saddle slipped and his mount was very keen and ran up on heels turning for home. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

S. Foley, rider of Pisiffik Ginger, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount struck into herself leaving the gates.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident inside the final furlong involving Are You In Or Out, ridden by J.J.G. Ryan, Verhoyen (GB), ridden by N.G. McCullagh, and Rodeeve (GB), ridden by W. Joyce where it appeared the three horses came close together. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. W. Joyce stated that he kept a straight line and received pressure from both sides. N.G. McCullagh stated that he received pressure from his inside which was minimal. J.J.G. Ryan stated that he edged out for a run and did his best to keep his mount straight. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

S.T. McCullagh, rider of Thirsty Owl, trained by Daniel McLoughlin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount raced keen.

S. Foley, rider of Fortuity, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount leaned left in the straight.

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Merry Blacksmith, trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount lost its action in the straight.

L.T. McAteer, rider of Caoilte, trained by David Marnane, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that it got tight after a furlong.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Casheldale Lass, trained by Andrew Kinirons, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

C. Cusack, rider of Perfect Judgement, trained by P.J.F. Murphy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was badly hampered by the loose horse.

Sadhbh Tormey, rider of She's Ideal, trained by Paul W. Flynn, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount was hampered by the unseating.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident after a furlong involving Bright N Shine, ridden by R. Donaghue-Leahy, Doctor Grace, ridden by Gabriella Hill, and Proleek Prince, ridden by Aleesha McArdle, where it appeared Gabriella Hill was unseated from Doctor Grace. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Gabriella Hill was unable to be present at this enquiry as she was receiving medical treatment. R. Donaghue-Leahy stated that she kept a straight line and that there was a clear gap between herself and Doctor Grace. She added that she wasn't aware of the incident until she saw the loose horse. Aleesha McArdle stated that she kept a straight line and was never on the rail. She added that she had to switch off the horse on her inside to avoid clipping heels but felt there was loads of room between her and Doctor Grace. 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. Aleesha McArdle was accompanied by M.M. Rice at this enquiry.

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. M.C. Hickey (Chairman),
Mr. Philip Caffrey,
Mr. Neil McGrath,
Mr. Joe Collins,
Mr. H. Hynes.

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