Naas 24th June 2026

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

J. Kearney, rider of April Mist, trained by G.M.Lyons, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was a little bit intimidated by the winner at the two furlong pole. Having reviewed the incident and considered the report the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident at the two furlong pole involving Bettercalltheboss, ridden by L.F. Roche, and Red Primrose, ridden by J.J.G. Ryan, where it appeared L.F. Roche had to sit for a stride. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

J.A. Powell, rider of Whats It All About, trained by Padraig Roche, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got upset in the stalls.

Sadhbh Tormey, rider of Spiced Gold, trained by T.G.McCourt, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount hung severely right.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident approximately a furlong from the finish involving Tawaazon, ridden by C.D. Hayes, Platino Bianco, ridden by R. Whearty, and Apache Star, ridden by J. Cleary where it appeared horses came close together on the inner. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. C.D. Hayes stated that the track configuration drags runners to the stand side and that the track narrows. He stated that his horse has not shifted or caused interference. R. Whearty stated that he sat behind the leaders, kept straight and caused no interference. J. Cleary stated that he made the running, at the two furlong pole his horse started back-peddling and he never had to stop riding. 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.

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Conor David Maxwell, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Platino Bianco, placed first, as compared with its recent form. The trainer reported that today's straight track and good ground may have accounted for the return to form. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted the explanation offered.

Sadhbh Tormey, rider of Forlio (GB), trained by Paul W. Flynn, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that she had to take a check one and a half furlongs out. Having reviewed the incident and considered the matter the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

Nicola Burns, rider of Amrum (GB), trained by G.M.Lyons, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount acted up in the stalls.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Amrum (GB), trained by G.M.Lyons, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be showing signs of delayed recovery post race.

S. Foley, rider of Moonlit Sun, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran very green and ducked right when changing legs.

W.M. Lordan, rider of White Sand Beach (USA), trained by A.P.O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got a bump inside the final furlong.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Moonlit Sun, ridden by S. Foley, placed first, and White Sand Beach (USA), ridden by W.M. Lordan, placed second, where it appeared White Sand Beach (USA) received sustained interference. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. W.M. Lordan stated that he received interference, his mount was staying on and his filly was inconvenienced. S. Foley stated that he sat behind the leaders, his filly was having her second run and he edged into a gap and his filly changed her legs and rolled out. He further stated that he won snugly. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that while Moonlit Sun had caused interference to White Sand Beach (USA) she did not improve her finishing position as a result of this interference so they made no alteration to the Judge’s placings. They were, however, of the opinion that S. Foley, had intentionally interfered with White Sand Beach and as such was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden improperly (second offence) and having considered his record in this regard the Raceday Stewards suspended him for nine race days.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Listentodwindblow, ridden by D. Browne McMonagle, placed first, and Transcript, ridden by G.M. Ryan, placed second, where it appeared these horses bumped. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. D. Browne McMonagle stated that his mount was leaning right from the turn-in and there was slight contact but the best horse won. G.M. Ryan stated that there was slight contact due to the winner hanging out and his horse was green and raw. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that while interference had taken place it did not affect the placings so they made no alteration to the Judge's placings and took no further action other than to caution D. Browne McMonagle of his obligations to report anything that affected the running of his horse under Rule 213.

S. Foley, rider of Saliba, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left and felt uncomfortable on the ground in the straight.

Mrs John Harrington, trainer of Saliba, reported to the Clerk of Scales that her charge scoped dirty post race.

Adam Caffrey, rider of Chloe's Boy, trained by H.Rogers, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount slowly away.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed where D. Browne McMonagle used the whip down the shoulder in the forehand position but were satisfied it was due to his horse shifting right.

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:

Mr. N.B. Wachman (Chairman)
Mr. Justice Tony Hunt
Ms. Mary Cosgrave
Mr. Michael Hickey
Mr. C.J. Sweeney

Following a request from broadcasters, the Raceday Stewards granted permission for the following race delays:

Race 1 +10 minutes
Race 2 +7 minutes
Race 3 + 3 minutes

The Raceday Stewards considered a request under Reg.3 from G.M. Lyons to replace the nominated J.J.G. Ryan with C.T. Keane in race one and the nominated J. Kearney with C.T. Keane in race six. Andrew Duff, representing the trainer, stated that Mr. Keane was due to ride at Salisbury today but the meeting was abandoned after the declarations for Naas had closed. Having considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards denied the request as it did not conform to the provisions of Reg.3. Mr. Michael Hickey, Raceday Steward, did not attend this enquiry.

The Raceday Stewards considered a request under Reg.3. from N. Meade, trainer, to replace the nominated B.M. Coen with C.T. Keane. Evidence was heard from Mr. Meade who stated that Mr. Keane became available after the abandonment of Salisbury and rides all his horses when available. He also stated that Mr. Keane won on her last time out. Having considered the matter the Raceday Stewards denied the request as it did not conform to the provisions of Reg.3.
Mr. Michael Hickey, Raceday Steward, did not attend this enquiry.

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