Roscommon 30th June 2026

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

S. Foley, rider of Jezzie Bea (USA), trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran green on both bends.

D. Browne McMonagle, rider of Ballyskeagh, trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount became tight for room as a result of jumping slowly from the stalls.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the home straight involving Cochise County, ridden by J.A. Heffernan and Elyatta, ridden by C.D. Hayes, where it appeared Cochise County took a check. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. J.A. Heffernan stated that he had to take a check for a stride. C.D. Hayes stated that his mount ran green and became slightly unbalanced. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

J.S. Dalton, rider of Whosinterviewinwho, trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount struck the railing independently of any other horse. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted. .

C. Geerdharry, rider of Storm Petrel, trained by Ms.M.McDowall, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran very green off the bridle.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the closing stages, involving Methgal, ridden by C. Cusack, La La Lucrative, ridden by R.C. Colgan and Toy Soldier ridden by D. Browne McMonagle, where it appeared that Methgal made contact with La La Lucrative and later with Toy Soldier. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. C. Cusack stated that his mount was a difficult ride, went left making contact with the winner and when he corrected his mount he was mindful that there was another horse on the railing so moved to his left making contact with the horse on his outside. R.C. Colgan stated that he momentarily became short of room when contact was made from his inside. D. Browne McMonagle stated that he suffered interference from his inside but pointed out that Methgal appeared to be a difficult ride and that the rider was trying to correct his mount. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found C. Cusack, was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly and having considered his clean record in this regard they suspended him for two racedays. Senior Rider C.D Hayes accompanied C. Cusack at this enquiry.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Blue Anthem (GB), trained by Gerard O'Leary, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

D. Browne McMonagle, rider of Toy Soldier, trained by Maurice Andrew Ahern, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount received interference one furlong out.

R.P. Whelan, rider of Misava, trained by Tracey Collins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Adel (GER), trained by M.D. O'Callaghan, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

D. Browne McMonagle, rider of Iamimmaculate, trained by Gerard O'Leary, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was restless in the starting stalls.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident shortly after the start, involving Nermal, ridden by B.M. Coen, Second Line, ridden by K.G. Kennedy and Ella's Gold, ridden by W. Joyce, where it appeared Second Line got tight for room when the starting stalls opened. 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 Adel (GER), trained by M.D. O'Callaghan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung badly right throughout and was eased in the closing stages as a consequence.

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Emmet Mullins, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Vantage Code, placed second, as compared with it's recent form. Emmet Mullins stated that a drop in weights and a change in tactics today may have brought about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted the content.

S. Foley, rider of Vlhova (GB), trained by Gerard O'Leary, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran keen throughout.

L.F. Roche, rider of Counting Coup, trained by Maurice Andrew Ahern, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran round up the straight.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Chally Chute, trained by Ross O'Sullivan, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident in the closing stages involving Black Heather, ridden by R. Whearty and Catherine Magennis, ridden by D. Browne McMonagle, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. D. Browne McMonagle stated that his mount dived left when he used his whip in the right hand and he immediately corrected it. R. Whearty stated that he did not have to stop riding or take a check when the horse in front of him moved across. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

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

Mr. P. Allen (Chairman),

Mr. G. McCourt,

Dr. P. Molony,

Justice. R. Groarke,

Mr. L. Walsh.

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