Turf Club Calendar Notices - Week 31

Licence to Train granted up to 29/2/2012
(Both Rules unless stated)

McCullagh, Michael (RR)

The following trainers were fined €200 in each case for the non-notification of a Veterinary Certificate in accordance with the provisions of Rule 194 (v) (vi):- Mr. Gordon Elliott for Thistimesforgood (stiff) at Ballinrobe on 19th July and Mr. Paul W. Flynn for Via Del Corso (GB) (lame) at Wexford on 22nd July.

Galway Meeting, 25th July 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: P.F. Mangan replaced D.J. Howard (printing error) on Lough Donnell Mist (GB), trained by Mr. Patrick J.F. Hassett (second race) and M.J. Bolger replaced P.F. Mangan (printing error) on Tajweed, trained by Mr. Luke Comer (second race).

The Stewards fined the following trainer €320 in respect of his non-runner: Mr. Gordon Elliott for Mejd (declared in error – second offence in calendar year).

184A HotelMeyrick.ie & The ghotel.ie Novice Hurdle & S.G. McDermott, rider of Devils Bit, trained by Mr. J.F. O’Shea, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was pulled up lame.

Mr. D.K. Weld, trainer of Sulwaan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge was found to be lame post race. This was confirmed to the Stewards by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer.

184B salthillhotel.com Handicap Hurdle & Mr. D.K. Weld, trainer of Force Of Habit (GB), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge was bumped at the first hurdle and never travelled thereafter. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Force Of Habit (GB) was found to be lame post race.

184C claregalwayhotel.ie Ramada Hotel Card Club (C&G) European Breeders Fund Maiden & F.M. Berry, rider of Thirsty Bear (GB), trained by Rebecca Curtis (in GB), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung badly, ran off the bend and that he was unable to ride the horse out. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Thirsty Bear (GB) was found to be post race normal.

G.F. Carroll, rider of Aaronkayzo, trained by Mr. Seamus Fahey, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was checked slightly on the approach to the home bend..

184D carlton.ie/galwaycity (Q.R) Handicap & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Oneeightofamile, trained by Mr. John E. Kiely, was found to be coughing post race.

Mr. P. Roche, rider of Gretzky (GB), trained by Mr. Robert Alan Hennessy, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount suffered interference, was unable to hold his  position and dropped back before the turn into the straight. He also reported that his mount lost its action and was eased in the latter stages

184F galwaybayhotel.com And radissonhotelgalway.com Handicap & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Hill Of Content, trained by Mr. D.K. Weld, was found to be post race normal.

Mr. Niall Moran, trainer of Hope Of An Angel, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge pulled a shoe in running and lost her action as a result.

184G irelandhotels.com I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the straight involving Maller Tree (GB), ridden by Miss K. Harrington, placed second, Realt Den Chathair, ridden by Mr. A.T. Duff, placed fourth, Ri An Domhnaigh, ridden by Mr. M.P. Fogarty, placed fifth, and Wall Street Wally, ridden by Miss N. Carberry, unplaced.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placings. However, the Stewards  were of the opinion that both Mr. A.T. Duff and Miss K. Harrington had ridden carelessly, and having taken their records into account, they therefore severely cautioned the two riders concerning their future responsibilities in this regard.

Galway Meeting, 26th July 2011

The Stewards fined the following trainer €200 in respect of his non-runner: Mr. Eoin Doyle for King High (declared in error).

185A Topaz Novice Hurdle & P. Townend, rider of Sublime Talent, trained by Mr. D.K. Weld, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Sublime Talent was found to be post race normal.

185B Latin Quarter Steeplechase & The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Muirhead, ridden by P. Carberry, and trained by Mr. N. Meade.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence P. Carberry stated that this horse can be keen in his races and had run very keenly on his last run at Tipperary. His instructions for today’s race were to drop the horse out early on, give him a chance to get into the race and arrive with a late run. He also stated that the horse became a bit keen on the first circuit, met with slight interference in running, jumped the last three fences with no great fluency and ran on at the finish. He added that he felt his mount might win when delivering his challenge, but the horse tired close home.
In his evidence Mr. Meade confirmed the instructions.  He stated that this was only the horse’s third chase run and he wanted him to get every chance to jump well against these more experienced rivals.  He stated that he was happy with the ride, but with the benefit of hindsight, felt that perhaps the horse could have been ridden closer to the pace, while accepting that things did not go according to plan during the race.
The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer which stated that Muirhead was found to be post race normal.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered and cautioned P. Carberry regarding his future riding.

185C Topaz Handicap & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Dorset Square, trained by Mr. W.P. Mullins, was found to be clinically abnormal post race.

185D Topaz Mile European Breeders Fund Handicap & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. D.K. Weld, trainer of the winner Stunning View, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared to the horse’s last run at Royal Ascot.
Mr. Weld reported that the horse ran quiet well at Ascot despite meeting with slight interference in running. He added that today’s slightly easier ground had also helped the animal.
Having considered the report, the Stewards accepted the explanations offered.

The Stewards informed Mr. James Halpin, trainer of Boynagh Joy, that his charge would have to be re-certified before being declared to run from stalls again.

185F Caufield Industrial Athlone Handicap & P.J. Smullen, rider of Legendary Lad, trained by Mr. D.K. Weld, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount needs softer ground. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Legendary Lad was found to be post race normal.

Galway Meeting, 27th July 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitution of rider at this meeting: Sam Twiston-Davies replaced P.J. Brennan (Stewards permission) on Hoopy, trained by Mr. Gordon Elliott (third race).

The Stewards fined the following trainer €200 in respect of his non-runner: Mr. David Marnane for Some Slam (declared in error).

186A Tote Pick Six Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed B.J. Geraghty, rider of Drumfire, placed second, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who felt that his mount was responding well in the close finish.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that B.J. Geraghty had used his whip with excessive frequency, and having taken his excellent record into account, they therefore cautioned him concerning his future responsibilities in this regard.

Mr. M. Halford, trainer of Saint By Day, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge scoped badly post race.

186B Tote Phone Bet 1850 238 669 Handicap Hurdle & P. Carberry, rider of Memories Of Milan, trained by Mr. John Queally, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a mistake at the first hurdle past the stands and lost his action thereafter. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Memories Of Milan was found to be post race normal.

W.J. Burke, rider of Ordinary Man, trained by Mr. W.J. Burke, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount scoped badly post race.

186C Tote Jackpot Races 3 To 6 Handicap Hurdle & P. Carberry, rider of Eirland, trained by Mr. Noel Meade, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Eirland was found to be lame post race.

D.N. Russell, rider of Campbonnais (FR), trained by Mr. C. Byrnes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was pulled up lame.

186H Tote Return All Profits To Irish Racing Maiden & S. Foley, rider of Parasympathetic, trained by Mr. John C. McConnell, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount dwelt in the stalls and was very slowly away.

F.M. Berry, rider of Dame Shanakill (USA), trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount became upset before entering the stalls and was slowly away.

Galway Meeting, 28th July 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: the following riders replaced C. O’Donoghue (unwell):- D.P. McDonogh rode Act Of Love, trained by Mr. David Marnane (fourth race) and L.F. Roche rode Johnnys Legacy, trained by Mr. David Marnane (seventh race); R.P. Walsh rode Confidence (USA) (reserve), trained by Mr. Luke Comer (third race) and A.P. Crowe rode Princeton Plains (reserve), trained by Mr. Edward P. Harty (sixth race).

187A Perfect Pint Beginners Steeplechase & D.N. Russell, rider of Strong Soul, trained by Rebecca Curtis (in GB), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost its action and was therefore pulled up. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Strong Soul was found to have an injury to his right fore post race.

J.L. Cullen, rider of Twin Joy (GB), trained by Mr. Liam Kenny, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was found to have a burst blood vessel post race.

187B Guinness Summer Series Novice Steeplechase & B.J. Geraghty, rider of Black Jack Blues, trained by Rebecca Curtis (in GB), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a bad mistake and was pulled up.

J.L. Hassett, rider of Autumn Day, trained by Mr. J.L. Hassett, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount became upset at the start and never travelled in this race.

187C Guinness Time Handicap & F.M. Berry, rider of Rodriguez, trained by Mr. C.F. Swan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung throughout and became unbalanced in the straight.

187F Guinness Galway Handicap Hurdle & Mr. Thomas Cooper, trainer of Total Excitement, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge was found to have a burst blood vessel post race.

187G Arthur’s Legacy Handicap & The Stewards enquired into an incident off the final bend involving The Drunken Dr, ridden by R.P. Cleary, placed fourth, Johnnys Legacy, ridden by L.F. Roche, and Bashkirov (GB), ridden by R.P. Walsh, both unplaced, after it appeared that The Drunken Dr received a bump.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that the incident was accidental in nature and took no further action.

Galway Meeting, 29th July 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitution of rider at this meeting: A.P. Cawley rode The Snuffler (reserve), trained by Mr. R.W.T. Brabazon (third race).

188B Guinness 17:59 European Breeders Fund Auction Maiden & The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the latter stages involving the winner Kingdomforthebride, ridden by C.D. Hayes, and Makalali, ridden by W.M. Lordan, placed second.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placings. The Stewards did, however, consider that W.M. Lordan had ridden carelessly, and having taken his very good recent record into account, they therefore cautioned him concerning his responsibility in this regard.

188C Guinness Galway Blazers Handicap Steeplechase & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. A.J. Martin, trainer of the winner Another Ambition, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared to the horse’s previous run over fences at Roscommon on the 12th June where he finished last of six finishers (from an original field of sixteen horses) and was beaten 64 lengths by the winner Campbonnais.
Mr. Martin reported that this ten year old has competed successfully in the past and has been mixing it over hurdles and steeplechases recently. He said he was not able to pinpoint any particular reason why his charge disappointed over fences at Roscommon other than the fact that the horse was fitted with a tongue strap for the first time that day. The horse then returned to action over hurdles at Bellewstown and ran a very good race with the tongue strap retained. He said that the fancied runners in today’s race failed to complete for one reason or another and his charge kept galloping on at the finish to beat lesser opposition
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanation offered.
Mr. Donal Gavin, Acting Steward, absented himself from this enquiry.

S.W. Jackson, rider of Tasman, trained by Mr. Liam McAteer, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his saddle slipped and that he therefore pulled his mount up.

188D Guinness Handicap & D.P. McDonogh, rider of Galileos Daughter, trained by Mr. John Bleahen, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount clipped heels in the dip and stumbled.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Little Arrows, trained by Mr. K.J. Condon, was found to be lame post race.

188E Budweiser Index European Breeders Fund Maiden & The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving the winner Sam Bass, ridden by W.J. Supple, Harangue, ridden by P.J. Smullen, placed second, and Monte Carlo, ridden by J.A. Heffernan, placed third.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placings and took no further action.

188F Arthur Guinness Handicap & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. Damian Joseph English, trainer of the winner Cash Or Casualty, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared to the horse’s previous run here at Galway on the 25th July when he finished 12th of 15 runners and was beaten 14 lengths by the winner Good Shot Noreen.
Mr. English reported that his charge raced prominently in his last race until coming under pressure on the final turn where he received slight interference. He said the horse lost his position after that and was subsequently eased when gone out of contention.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanation offered.

The Stewards enquired into an incident in the early stages of this race involving Along Came Casey, ridden by P.J. Smullen, placed second, Whitethorne Scent (GB), ridden by C.D. Hayes, placed fourth, Leroy Parker, ridden by S. Foley, placed fifth, Hollymount King, ridden by C.P. Hoban, Jet To Rio ridden by D.E. Mullins, and Fairylike, ridden by J.P. O’Brien, all unplaced, after it appeared that Along Came Casey received interference, stumbled and lost ground.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards found difficulty in apportioning blame to any particular rider, deemed the incident to be caused by general bunching and consequently took no further action.

C.P. Hoban, rider of Hollymount King, trained by Mr. S.J. Treacy, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount independently ducked through the running rails on the final bend.

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Xsquared, trained by Ms. Joanna Morgan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount received interference on leaving the stalls.

N.G. McCullagh, rider of Baravaero, trained by Mr. Michael Fitzsimons, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount slipped on leaving the stalls.

Galway Meeting, 30th July 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitution of rider at this meeting: R.M. Moran rode Ciaraclassic (reserve), trained by Mr. A.J. Martin (first race).

The Stewards fined the following trainer €200 in respect of her non-runner: Mrs Hannah Lee for Tory Hill Lad (ground conditions).

189A Jockeys Association Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Ciaraclassic, ridden by R.M. Moran, and trained by Mr. A.J. Martin.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence Mr. Martin stated that this was a weak, backward filly making her first appearance on a racecourse. He instructed the rider to give her every chance, not get her on her head, get her to run well, finish as best as possible and not to use the whip.  He said he was satisfied with the ride and expects improvement to come from his charge. He concluded by saying that they will possibly switch from a snaffle to a chifney bit on her in the future.
In his evidence R.M. Moran confirmed the instructions and stated that this was a four year old filly having her first run. He said his mount avoided the trouble at the first hurdle and ran green, but generally jumped well apart from the first hurdle. He said she began to hang left after the third last hurdle and missed the second last hurdle. He concluded by saying that, against instructions, he hit her twice then put the whip away and just rode hands and heels to the finish.
The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer stating that this filly returned post race normal.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.

M.P. Walsh, rider of Franziskaner, trained by Mr. Martin Brassil, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount met with bad interference at the first hurdle.

Galway Meeting, 31st July 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: Mr. M.G. Nolan replaced J.R. Barry (injured) on Venture Lazarus, trained by Mr. Diarmuid P. Ryan (first race); M.W. Bowes replaced B.C. Byrne (injured) on Dromrua Lass, trained by Mr. P.G. Coffey (first race); C.O. Farrell replaced J.L. Cullen (injured) on Caribbean Sea (GB), trained by Mr. John Joseph Hanlon (first race); S. Hunter replaced F.F. DeSilva (injured) on Emily Jane, trained by Mr. Noel Lawlor (fourth race); J.F. Egan rode Knights Templar (see enquiry), trained by Mr. Ciaran O’Brien (fourth race); D.A. Parkes rode Orpens Peach (reserve), trained by Mr. Seamus Fahey (fourth race) and J.F. Egan rode Belleau (see enquiry), trained by Mr. P.D. Deegan (sixth race).

190A Galway Bay FM Beginners Steeplechase & A.P. Crowe, rider of What’s New, trained by Mr. C. Roche, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount pecked on landing at the first fence and lost his position.

P. Carberry, rider of Fool’s Wildcat (USA), trained by Mr. Gordon Elliott, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was reluctant and lacked confidence in the early part of the race before staying on in the closing stages.

Mr. J.A. Berry, trainer of Acriveen, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Tuesday 2nd August that his charge scoped badly post race.

190B Martinstown Opportunity Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed I.J. McCarthy, rider of Afram Blue (GB), concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who accepted that he was excessive with his whip in the closing stages but felt that his horse was always responsing.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that I.J. McCarthy had used his whip with excessive frequency and having taken his recent record into account, they therefore suspended him for three race days (14th, 15th and 18th August).

190C Easyfix European Breeders Fund Mares Handicap Hurdle & P. Townend, rider of Apt Manor, trained by Mr. W.P. Mullins, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was found to be lame post race. This was confirmed to the Stewards by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer.

Miss N. Carberry, rider of Jeunopse, trained by Mr. Thomas Carberry, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her mount was badly hampered by a faller and was therefore pulled up.

190D Galway Shopping Centre Handicap & The Stewards interviewed Mr. Ciaran O’ Brien, trainer of Knights Templar, concerning the failure to nominate a rider for his charge before the designated time.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned, who stated that, because there were two fixtures on today, he was unable to secure a rider before declaration time.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards accepted the explanation offered and took no further action.

S. Hunter, rider of Emily Jane, trained by Mr. Noel Lawlor, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount reared up on leaving the stalls.

R.P. Cleary, rider of Miranda’s Girl, trained by Mr. Thomas Cleary, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount suffered minor interference when struggling to hold his position turning for home.

L.F. Roche, rider of El Toreros (USA), trained by Mr. D.K. Weld, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was unable to get a good position from a wide draw and was therefore never able to get into contention.

190F Trappers Inn Handicap & The Stewards interviewed Mr. P.D. Deegan, trainer of Belleau, concerning his failure to nominate a rider for his charge before the designated time.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned, who stated that because there were two fixtures on today, he was unable to secure a rider before declaration time.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards accepted the explanation offered and took no further action.

190G Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Fillies Maiden & The Stewards informed Mr. T.J. O’ Mara, trainer of Cloud Hawk, that his charge would have to be re-certified before being declared to run from stalls again.

Cork Meeting, 31st July 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitution of rider at this meeting: J.P. O’Brien replaced J.P. Spencer (injured) on Pink Symphony (GB), trained by Mr. David Wachman (fifth race).

The Stewards fined the following trainers €200 each in respect of their non-runners: Mr. Luke Comer for Kargali (ground conditions) and Miss Martina Anne Doran for Darraghs Day (ground conditions).

191D Platinum Stakes & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Claiomh Solais, trained by Mr. J.S. Bolger, was found to be post race normal.

191E Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Give Thanks Stakes & The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving Haziyna, ridden by N.G. McCullagh, placed second, Negotiate (GB), ridden by K.J. Manning, placed fourth, Unity, ridden by W.M. Lordon, placed fifth, and Spin, ridden by J.A. Hefferenan, unplaced, after it appeared that the latter ran short of room and had to check.

Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placings. The Stewards were, however, of the opinion that K.J. Manning had ridden carelessly, and having taken his previous record in this regard into account, they therefore suspended him for two race days (14th and 15th August).

191F ‘Tote Trifecta Rollover’Handicap & The Stewards interviewed S. Foley, rider of the winner Newmarket Story, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that S. Foley was in breech of Regulation 10 in that he had used his whip with excessive frequency, and having taken his previous record in this regard into account, they therefore suspended him for two race days (14th and 15th August).

R.P. Whelan, rider of Observe Elhida, trained by Mr. James Joseph Murphy, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his saddle slipped.

191G jogforjockeys.ie Maiden & M.C. Hussey, rider of Oh Marcius, trained by Mr. James Bernard McCabe, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung badly.