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Clonmel 5th September 2019

248A Kilsheelan (Mares) M'dn H'dle

The Stewards interviewed S.J. Gray, rider of My Midnight, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards found S. J. Gray in breach of Regulation 10.3.(g), frequency, and Regulation 10.3.(i), time to respond. Having considered S. J. Gray's record in this regard the stewards cautioned S. J. Gray on this occasion.

248B BetVictor Bet 5 Get 40 Offer M'dn H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Mooltazem, trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

Katie O'Farrell, rider of Mooltazem trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of Scales that her mount was very reluctant to race and refused.

K.C. Sexton, rider of Table The Motion (GB) trained by Charles O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount burst a blood vessel.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Table The Motion (GB) trained by Charles O'Brien had blood on its nostrils as a result of exercise induced pulmonary haemorrhage.

Following a request from broadcasters, the Stewards granted permission for the following delay: Race 2 + 2 minutes

248C Giantsgrave H'cap H'dle

The Stewards enquired into an incident in the closing stages of this race involving Happy Jacky, ridden by Katie O'Farrell, placed first, Alice Johnston, ridden by A.P. Kelly, placed second and Ashton Court, ridden by R.J. Condon, placed third, where it appeared that Ashton Court ran short of room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that any interference was accidental and they took no further action.

248F Lisronagh Opportunity H'cap H'dle

The Stewards interviewed Gavin Peter Brouder, rider of Alohamora, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards found Gavin Peter Brouder in breach of Regulation 10.3 (g) and 10.3 (f). Having considered Gavin Peter Brouder's record in this regard the stewards suspended Gavin Peter Brouder for one raceday.

The Stewards interviewed P.J. Cawley, rider of Generator City, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards found P. J. Cawley in breach of Regulation 10.3. (g) and Regulation 10.3 (f). Having considered P. J. Cawley's record in this regard the stewards suspended him for one raceday.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. Michael J. Murphy (Chairman),
Ms. Jill Farrell,
Mr. Denis Hickey,
Mr. Patrick Dowling,
Mr. Hugh Hynes.



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


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