Navan 22nd October 2025

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

The Raceday Stewards interviewed W.P.Browne, trainer of Niobium Power, regarding the nomination of S. Foley who was not available. Michael Browne, Authorised Representative for W.P. Browne stated that the agent of S. Foley said that he could ride the horse but when the declarations were out, S. Foley was declared to ride in England. He added that W.P. Browne rang HRI immediately to explain what happened and they told him it was no problem. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards allowed J.M. Sheridan to ride the horse as provided for under the provisions of Regulation 3 and referred the matter on to a Senior Racing Official for further investigation.

J.M. Sheridan, rider of Niobium Power, trained by W.P.Browne, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran very green from about three furlongs out.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Jackie Jump Up (GB), ridden by R.M Mulligan, and trained by J.P. Murtagh. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned and Oleg Pereverzev, Authorised Representative for the trainer. R.M Mulligan stated that his instructions were to get his mount relaxed early and have her come home as best she could. He added that his filly was keen on its last two runs and wore a first time hood today. He further added that he was unable to quicken from two furlongs out and just stayed on past tired horses. He concluded by stating that his mount became unbalanced on the soft ground in the final furlong and that she was giving everything so he didn't feel the need to use his whip. Oleg Pereverzev confirmed the instructions given and expressed his satisfaction with the ride. The Raceday Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who reported the animal to be post race normal. Samples were taken for further analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards noted the explanations given.

M.L. Malone, rider of Kayamite, trained by Chris Timmons, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount pulled a shoe.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Ennoble, trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

D. Browne McMonagle, rider of Edmond Halley, trained by Kieran P. Cotter, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his saddle slipped forward and his mount hung badly left.

W.J. Lee, rider of Lunigiana, trained by W. McCreery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that he had to take a check at the top of the hill. The Raceday Stewards reviewed the footage and were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Marazion, trained by Mrs John Harrington, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be blowing hard post race.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed W.J. Lee, rider of Just Another Eagle, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted he was in breach of the Whip Regulation and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that W.J. Lee was in breach of R.10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his clean record in this regard, they suspended him for two racedays.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Highland King, trained by E.Buckley, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got struck into on its hind leg.

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. Jack Rearden (Chairman),
Mr. Peter Law,
Rev Colin Hall-Thompson,
Mr. Michael Todd,
Mr. H. Hynes.

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