Roscommon 12th October 2026

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

S. Foley, rider of Resurgence, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran around in the straight.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed R.M Mulligan, rider of California Max, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race where he appeared to use his whip in front of the saddle while the whip was held in the forehand position. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that as he turned into the straight his horse was hanging right. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards found the rider in breach of Reg.10.3.(a)(whip in the forehand down the shoulder) and having taken his clean record into account suspended him for two race days.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Airborne Ranger, trained by David Marnane, reported to the Raceday Stewards that the animal was clinically abnormal post race.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident in the straight involving She's Too Kool, ridden by A. Browne-Souza, and Contrary To Law, ridden by B.M. Coen, where it appeared She's Too Kool was hanging inwards and Contrary To Law shifted out. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

S. Coen, rider of Goldrush Kid, trained by Adrian McGuinness, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount lost his action and stopped quickly.

J.M. Sheridan, rider of Blue Orquidea, trained by Denis Gerard Hogan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right from the turn-in.

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

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident around the bottom bend involving Master Garvey, ridden by T. Casey, where it appeared he collided with the running rail independently of any other rider. Having viewed the 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 in the straight involving Goldrush Kid, ridden by S. Coen and Master Garvey, ridden by T. Casey where it appeared these horses bumped on a few occasions. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. S. Coen stated that he was carried from the bend to the furlong pole and he had to ease up eventually. T. Casey stated that he came into the straight and came out to get a clear run but was aware of S. Coen and thought he had room. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found T. Casey in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly, and having taken his record into account (second offence) they suspended him for four race days.

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Eddie & Patrick Harty, trainer, following the winning performance of Zarenakarena in this race, which appeared to represent an improvement on its previous runs. Patrick Harty, joint trainer reported that this filly was running in her first handicap today and was encountering soft ground for the first time which may have accounted for the apparent improvement. Having liaised with the IHRB Handicapper, the Raceday Stewards considered the report and noted the explanation offered.

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Andrew Slattery, trainer, following the winning performance of Cisterna in this race, which appeared to represent an improvement on its previous run. The trainer reported that this horse got stopped in his run down the back at Listowel last time which accounted for that disappointing run. Having liaised with the IHRB Handicapper, the Raceday Stewards considered the report and noted the explanation offered.

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

W.J. Lee, rider of Heriot's Hope (GB), trained by A. Oliver, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jumped slowly from the stalls.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Jared Huggan, rider of Betsy Trotwood (USA), concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards found the rider in breach of Reg.10.3.(b)(unnecessary use when chance had gone) and having taken his clean record into account suspended him for two race days. Jared Huggan, apprentice, was accompanied at this enquiry by J.M. Sheridan.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed the start of this race, where it appeared a number of horses came close together. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

C.T. Keane, rider of Back Straight (GB), trained by M.D. O'Callaghan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount lugged right up the straight.

Reese Holohan, rider of Minella Rockett, trained by John J.Nallen, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right inside the last two furlongs.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident close to the line involving Minella Rockett, ridden by Reese Holohan and Royal Bones, ridden by S. Foley where it appeared Royal Bones shifted left close to the line. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Reece Holohan stated he took a precautionary check close to the line. S. Foley stated that as his horse got tired close to the line he shied at the winning post. 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.

K.G. Kennedy, rider of Oh So Charming (GB), trained by P.Cluskey, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount reared leaving the stalls and was slowly away.

S. Foley, rider of Ballaghkeen, trained by J. S. Bolger, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled on the ground.

P. McGettigan, rider of Piatra Neamt, trained by S.M.Duffy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got no run in the straight.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Diego Lima, rider of Burlington House (FR), concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards found the rider in breach of Reg.10.3.(g) (frequency) and having taken his record into account (fourth offence) they suspended him for sixteen race days.

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

Dr. Colm O'Flaherty (Chairman)
Mr. Donal Gavin
Mr. Justice Raymond Groarke
Mr. Michael Moloney
Mr. A. Ring

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