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

C.D. Maxwell rode Danzig Star (reserve) trained by P.Cluskey (Race 8)

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The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Pinball Wizard, ridden by S.D. Bowen, and trained by John J.Nallen. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. S.D. Bowen, stated that his instructions were to jump out, track behind and keep going. He found the race went very quick, it was his first time riding over 5 furlongs at Dundalk. In the race itself he was slow to jump out and flat out early. In the closing stages he came with his challenge and mistook the 50 yard pole for the finish line. Mr. J.T. Carroll, Authorised Representative for the trainer stated that the rider's instructions were to jump out, travel where he's travelling, pull his whip through and use it when necessary, it was the horse's second run for the yard and they were still learning about him. Regarding the ride given, he felt the rider was inexperienced (5th ride) and this was a factor in the error. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Pinball Wizard was post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the trainer's explanation and found S.D. Bowen in breach of Rule 212A (iv)(negligent misjudgement) and suspended him for two race days and ordered he forfeit his riding fee.

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D.P. McDonogh, rider of The Churchill Lad trained by Joseph Patrick O'Brien, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount met with slight interference early in this race.

G.M. Ryan, rider of Toro Roho trained by Timothy Doyle, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly in the straight.

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W.M. Lordan, rider of Desert Wind trained by Luke Comer, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount leaned left.

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M.P. Sheehy, rider of Designer Cailin trained by Patrick Martin, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran very keen.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Helen De Pourtales, trained by James McAuley, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

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The Stewards fined Peter Lawlor, trainer, €65 for failing to fit a tongue tie to Joupe, prior to entering the parade ring.

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G.M. Ryan, rider of Boasty trained by F.Birrane, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was post race normal.

A.J. Slattery, rider of Speckled Meadow trained by G. Ahern, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount uneasy in the gates.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

Dr. P. Molony (Chairman)
Mr. P. Reynolds
Mr. S. Collins
Mr. M. Daly

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