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

A. Harvey rode Cullagh Pride (reserve) trained by Seamus Fahey (Race 4)
T.E. O' Connor rode Mellem (reserve) trained by Mark Fahey (Race 5).
Mr. A. O'Sullivan rode The Dooner Citizen (reserve) trained by Eugene M. O'Sullivan (Race 5)
D.J.'OKeeffe replaced D. King on Joshsue, trained by W.J. Burke (Race 3)(intended mount a non runner)

113A PADDY MAC M'dn H'dle

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident after passing the stands involving Galilean Prince, ridden by G.B. Noonan, Tassarolo (GB), ridden by D. King, and Yosemite Gold (GB), ridden by J.J. Slevin, where it appeared Galilean stumbled. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. G. B. Noonan stated that his mount stumbled of its own accord and had not ran short of room. J.J. Slevin stated that his mount was free down the rail, but he had kept his racing line. D. King stated that his mount was forward going, but he felt he had left enough room for both runners on his inside. 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.

113B Buy Tickets Online Rated Novice H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Black Heather, trained by Gavin Cromwell, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

K.M. Donoghue, rider of Black Heather, trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jumped poorly.

113C Irish Stallion Farms EBF (Mares) Mdn Hdl

Prior to this race, the Clerk of the Course changed the official going to Good.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed R.P. Treacy, rider of Merrywick Lady, in relation to his failure to dismount the animal who appeared lame when pulling up before the turn into the home straight. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that after pulling up he remained mounted and walked to the winning post before dismounting to cross over towards the exit off the track. He further stated that his mount had made a small nod with its head when walking, that another rider running the track had confirmed to him that there was no sign of any injury and he was satisfied that his mount was sound enough to walk back mounted. Evidence was also heard from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer, who stated that she had observed R.P Treacy mounted on Merrywick Lady who appeared to be showing signs of lameness and had asked him to dismount. She concluded by reporting that Merrywick Lady was lame post race. Having considered the matter including a recording of the incident, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that R.P. Treacy was in breach of Rule 216(iii), in that he had failed to dismount a lame or injured horse as soon as possible. Having taken his clean record in this regard into account, including an apology for misjudgement of the situation, the Raceday Stewards suspended R.P. Treacy for 10 racedays.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Dippedinmoonlight, trained by Emmet Mullins, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

113G Ir.Stallion Farms EBF (F) INH Flat Race

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident towards the end of the back straight involving Annarubyrose, ridden by Mr E. Finegan, Boogie On Down, ridden by Mr Alan O'Sullivan, and Woodland Adventure, ridden by Mr H.C. Swan, where it appeared Boggie On Down ran short of room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Mr. E. Finnegan stated that he was racing wide with the entire field and he had to move in slightly to avoid a wing. Mr. Alan O'Sullivan confirmed that he clipped a heel when he had to move in slightly to avoid a wing. Mr. H.C Swan stated that he maintained his racing line and was unaware of the incident. 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.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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


Mr. R. Rohan (Chairman),
Mr. B. Smullen,
Mr. J.D. Kennedy,
Mr. J. O'Shaughnessy,
Mr. L. Aspell.

Following a request from broadcasters, the Raceday Stewards granted permission for a two minute delay to races one and two and a one minute delay to races three and four.

The Raceday Stewards used their powers under Rule 29 to appoint Mr. Leslie Deacon as Security Officer for this race meeting.

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