Sligo 3rd May 2026

W.J. Lee, rider of Andaman Fifty, trained by P. Twomey, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away.

J.J.G. Ryan, rider of Land Of Spirit, trained by Kieran P. Cotter, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount fly leaped leaving the stalls.

The Raceday Stewards granted a request from Sean Davis, trainer of Classical Symphony (GB), for an additional ten minutes to present his charges for identification by an IHRB Official in accordance with the provisions of Rule 90(i).

J. Cleary, rider of Basilano, trained by R. K. Watson, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount fly leaped from the stalls.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Classical Symphony (GB), trained by Sean Davis, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to have a small wound to its right fore but to be otherwise post race normal.

D.S. O'Sullivan, rider of Polar Bear, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slowly away.

Sadhbh Tormey, rider of March To The Band (GB), trained by John S. O'Donoghue, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount hung left.

J.M. Sheridan, rider of El Fontenaro, trained by Jarlath P.Fahey, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got no run in the closing stages.

W.J. Lee, rider of Happy Henry, trained by W. McCreery, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right in the last furlong.

J.S. Dalton, rider of Awakening, trained by John M.Burke, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left under pressure.

H.J. Horgan, rider of Hobart, trained by J.A. Nash, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung badly left.

J.E. Harnett, rider of Lisnadill (GB), trained by C.A.McBratney, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stood in the gates and was very slowly away.

J.M. Sheridan, rider of Yulia (FR), trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount got no run. The Raceday Stewards reviewed the closing stages and were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

The Raceday Stewards received a report from the Clerk of the Scales, Mr. H. Hynes, that D.S. O'Sullivan, rider of Thrifty Of Digby, had weighed in at 1.1lbs overweight. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that he was covered in kickback. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that D.S. O'Sullivan was in breach of Rule 231 and having considered his clean record in this regard, they cautioned him on this occasion. Having been informed of the nature of the enquiry and their right to be accompanied, D.S. O'Sullivan elected to proceed without accompaniment.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Giselles Defence, ridden by J.S. Dalton, and trained by Sean Davis with particular emphasis of how the horse and rider exited the stalls when they opened. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. J.S. Dalton stated that his instructions were to bounce out and try get into a nice position and ride his race from there. He added that his mount backed away from the gates and was slow to come out and then went left. He said that his race was over at this point before it was even begun. He further added that he gave his mount a chance to creep into the race and did his best from there. Sean Davis confirmed the instructions given and expressed his satisfaction with the ride. He added that he was disappointed with the unfortunate start and felt that the animal may have resisted in the use of a different bit. He confirmed that the animal was slow to jump from the stalls on his previous run which was why he had changed the bit. He concluded by stating that he was happy the rider had gave his horse time to catch up and get into the race. The Raceday Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who reported the animal to be post race normal but had a minor cut on the right side of his mouth of minor consequence. Samples were taken for further analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards noted the explanations given in relation to Rule 212. However, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that J.S. Dalton was in breach of Rule 213 in that he had failed to report significant information which he said had ended his race in the early stages. Having taken his clean record into account they suspended him for one raceday.

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

J.S. Dalton, rider of Music And Song, trained by Thomas Dowling, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung left under pressure.

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Dr. Tom McDonagh (Chairman),
Mr. Niall Rooney,
Dr. Eugene O'Beirn,
Mr. L. Walsh.

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