Wexford 17th March 2026
The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting:
Calum Hogan replaced T. Power Roche on L'amiral Fromentin (FR), trained by P.J. Rothwell (Race 6)(Stood Down)057A Wexford Racecourse Park Run (M) Mdn Hdle
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Brosna Queen, trained by S.G. Carey, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be clinically abnormal post race.
057B William Hill Challenge Series M'dn H'dleP. Townend, rider of Eliodam (FR), trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount burst and pulled up.
The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Eliodam (FR), trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to have blood at both nostrils post race.
057C Treo Eile Novice H'cap H'dleThe Raceday Stewards reviewed the riders' first approach to the Start of this race where The Dancen Kid, ridden by D.J. O'Keeffe, appeared to bolt forward suddenly. Having viewed the recording of the start and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.
057D Michael O'Murchadha H'cap H'dleThe Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident coming down the hill on the first circuit involving Becasse, ridden by D.J. O'Keeffe, Give Him A Chance, ridden by T. Power Roche, and Dont Go Yet, ridden by Sarah Kavanagh where it appeared Give Him A Chance came down on the flat. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. T. Power Roche stated that his mount either took a false step or stood on himself and he didn't feel any contact from the horses in front of him. D.J. O'Keeffe stated that he wasn't aware of the horse coming down until he saw the loose horse. Sarah Kavanagh stated that she wasn't aware of the horse coming down behind her. 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.
P.M. O'Brien, rider of Digby, trained by Dermot Anthony McLoughlin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled.
GENERAL INFORMATIONThe following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. Emmet Halley (Chairman)
Mr. Patrick Coveney
Mr. Marcus Magnier
Mr. Peter Curling
Mr. P. Deegan
Disclaimer: Please note this information is provisional and is subject to amendment until published in the Irish Racing Calendar.
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