Turf Club Calendar Notices - Week 26

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

Broad, D. (RR)
Bunyan, Darren – New
Hartnett, James J. (RR) - New

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

Cogan, Miss Tara Lee (INHS)
Hallahan, Miss Mary Louise (RR)
Hartnett, James J. (RR) – Relinquished
McGrath, Roger Joseph (RR)

Licences issued in accordance with
Rule 19 of the Rules and Orders of
The Turf Club were granted up to
29/2/2012

Bunyan, Darren

QUALIFIED RIDERS
135 (i) I.N.H.S. Rules

Brassil, Conor (A1) New
Gerety, Patrick Hubert (C)
Harris, Patrick Anthony (C)
Lordan, Darragh (A1) New
O'Donovan, Stephen Michael (A3) New
Shortall, Shane (B) Relinquished
Tobin, Paul (B)

Change of Category:-

Collins, Declan P.M. (B)
Fitzsimmons, Daniel A. (C)
James, Robert (B)
Lalor, John Robert (C) Restricted
McElligott, Ms. Moira (C)
O'Brien, Paul Vincent (C)
O'Sullivan, Jamie (A1) New
Spillane, James William (B)

The following Professional Jockeys have been granted a licence for 2011
(both rules unless stated)

Crimin, Shane Joseph (INHS) New

The following Apprentice Jockeys have been granted a licence for 2011

Walsh, Nicola – John C. McConnell

Cancellation of Apprentice Indentures

The apprentice indentures of Darren Edward Egan with Paul W. Flynn have now been cancelled.

The following trainer was fined €200 for the non-notification of a Veterinary Certificate in accordance with the provisions of Rule 194 (v) (vi):- Mr Shaun Harley for Belle Noverre (in season) at Down Royal on 18th June.

The following trainer was fined €130 for failing to produce the passport in respect of the winner in accordance with the provisions of Rule 90 (vi):- Mr. John Joseph Hanlon for King Of Redfield at Kilbeggan on 20th June.

Kilbeggan Meeting, 20th June 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: the following riders replaced B.J. Cooper (injured):- B.J. Geraghty rode Ahead Ahead, trained by Mr. Thomas Cooper (first race); P.W. Flood rode O Fortuna, trained by Mr. D.T. Hughes (second race); I.J. McCarthy rode Baby’s Hot, trained by Mr. D.T. Hughes (third race); B.T. O’Connell rode Galant Ferns, trained by Mr. Liam Kenny (fourth race) and P. Carberry rode Casey Top, trained by Mr. Leonard Whitmore (fifth race); P. Carberry replaced E.J. McNamara (Stewards permission – original mount a non-runner) on Al Dafa (USA), trained by Mr. Gordon Elliott (second race).

The Stewards fined the following trainer €200 in respect of his non-runner: Mr. Gordon Elliott for Bacher Boy (off feed).

141A www.kilbegganraces.com Maiden Hurdle & S.W. Jackson, rider of Dromin Crystal, trained by Mr. A.J. McNamara, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was pulled up lame.

141B Fay Bookmakers Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed Mr. Lorcan Joseph Donnelly, trainer of West Ship Master, regarding the late arrival of his horse into the Parade Ring for this race.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards severely cautioned Mr. Donnelly concerning his future responsibilities in this regard.

P.T. Enright, rider of Mayday Frontier, trained by Mr. C. Byrnes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a bad mistake at the third last hurdle, felt his mount go lame and was subsequently pulled up. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Mayday Frontier was found to be lame post race.

141C Hurley Family Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed A.D. Leigh, rider of Derrinlanna, placed second, concerning his use of the whip in the closing 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 A.D. Leigh had used his whip with excessive frequency and that he failed to give his mount time to respond. Having taken his record in this regard into account, they therefore suspended him for three race days (5th, 8th and 10th July).

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that About The House, trained by Mr. Ronald O’Leary, was found to have mucus in his trachea following an endoscopic examination post race.

141F Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Handicap Steeplechase & T.J. Doyle, rider of Noble Commander, trained by Mr. James Halpin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled on today’s quick ground.

141G Loughnagore Beginners Steeplechase & P.W. Flood, rider of Lusiad, trained by Mr. Patrick Rooney, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost his action and was pulled up.

Ballinrobe Meeting, 21st June 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: Mr. J.T. Carroll rode Silver Sheeba (reserve), trained by Mr. J.P. Fogarty (fifth race); Mr. D.M. Spillane rode Palmrock Town (reserve), trained by Mr. Martin Higgins (fifth race); Mr. M.P.  Fogarty replaced Mr. P.H. Gerety (see enquiry) on Fearchar, trained by Mr. Paul W. Flynn (fifth race) and Mr. K. Walsh replaced Mr. M.P. Forgary (injured) on Red Seven, trained by Mr. Norman Cassidy (eighth race).

142A Ladies Day At Ballinrobe Maiden & The Stewards interviewed L.F. Roche, rider of Quiet Thought, placed fourth, concerning his use of the whip throughout the final circuit.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that his mount was very lazy and as he applied the whip she kept responding but when left alone she dropped the bit. He did admit that he was aware when pulling up that he had overused his whip.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that L.F. Roche had used his whip with excessive force and frequency and  taking into account a recent infringement of the whip Rule suspended L.F. Roche for three race days (6th, 7th and 8th July).

142B John Madden & Sons Handicap & The Stewards informed Mr. Mervyn Torrens, trainer of Canulos that his charge would have to be re-certified before being declared to run from stalls again.   

142C Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Fillies Maiden & C.E. Flannelly, rider of Roll Away Green, trained by Mr. Kieran P. Cotter, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his saddle slipped and as a result his mount met with slight interference.

142D Coleman Quarries Handicap & The Stewards interviewed R.P. Whelan, rider of the winner Follyfoot, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that his mount has reverted back in distance to one mile and one furlong and was struggling with the pace. He applied the whip intermittently to keep the filly up to her task and he was conscious at all times that he was giving her a fair chance to respond. He admitted that he could have resisted some of the hits in the straight.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that R.P. Whelan had used his whip with excessive frequency and taking into account his good previous record in this regard severely cautioned him.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Sun Disc, trained by Mr. D.T. Hughes, was found to be post race normal.

Mr. William J. McLernon, trainer of Acclaimed Piper, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Wednesday 22nd June that his charge was found to have a burst blood vessel post race.

142E Purcell Constructiioin (Q.R) Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards received a report from Mr. P.L. Malone, Turf Club Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that Mr. P.H. Gerety, nominated rider for Fearchar presented himself at scales six pounds overweight when weighing out. 
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned and from Mr. Paul W. Flynn, trainer of Fearchar.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that both Mr. Flynn and Mr. Gerety were in breach of their responsibilities in accordance with Rule 195 (1), and therefore cautioned them. The Stewards allowed the request to replace Mr. Gerety with Mr. M.P. Fogarty.

142F Mulranny Park Hotel (Q.R) Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Uncle Taffy, placed fourth, ridden by Mr. Derek O’Connor, and trained by Mr. A.J. Martin.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence Mr. Martin stated that he had instructed the rider to drop his mount in about three quarters way back in the field, keep wide on the better ground and to be aware that his mount has plenty of speed, and to ride him with confidence and do his best. He added that this gelding was having his fifth run in about forty days, his most recent run being two days ago at Gowran Park where he won easily when ridden by R. Walsh and for which he received an eighteen pound penalty. He informed the Stewards that he ran tonight simply because he was twelve pounds better off in the weights and had apparently recovered from his recent run but in hindsight he felt that his charge was possibly gone over the top and consequently struggled to handle the ground. In running he felt that his charge had every chance at the fourth last hurdle even with plenty of ground to make up but off the final bend he flattened and could not pass the horse ahead of him.
In his evidence Mr. O’Connor confirmed the instructions and stated that he was happy with his position at the second last hurdle but his mount flattened out when squeezed and slapped down the shoulder and put in a tired jump at the final hurdle and was well beaten at the finish. He felt that the trainer’s expectations did not materialise as his mount was lifeless in the closing stages and had struggled on the ground around the final bends. He advised the Stewards that any strong handling or whip use would not have achieved any better placing.
The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer stating that Uncle Taffy was found to be blowing hard post race.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence which included the Veterinary report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered. They did, however, severely caution Mr. O’Connor that he must be seen to make a better effort at all times in the future.

A representative for Mr. T. Hogan, trainer of Moon Over Moscow, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that the horse scoped badly post race.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Rassi Maguire, trained by Mr. Patrick Martin, was found to be post race normal.

142G(i) Mask Pavilion (Q.R) Handicap Hurdle (Division One) & The Stewards interviewed Mr. J.A. Ryan, rider of For Sahkey Moony, unplaced, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that the trainer informed him that his mount was fresh and is inclined to be reluctant to race. Consequently he applied the whip when off the leaders but accepted, in hindsight, that he had nothing to achieve and should have resisted its use and accepted his position.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that Mr. Ryan had breached R10 (2)(b), in that he used his whip unnecessarily when his chance of winning or being placed was clearly gone. The Stewards therefore suspended him for three race days (5th, 8th and 10th July).

The Stewards interviewed Mr. N.T. Slevin, rider of Western Island, placed second, concerning his use of the whip in the final 100 yards.
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 Mr. Slevin had breached R10 3 (a), in that he failed to give his mount a chance to respond. Having taken his very good record into account, they severely cautioned him concerning his responsibilities in this regard.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Seaside Shuffle, trained by Mr. C. Byrnes, was found to be post race normal.

Mr. John J. Nallen, trainer of Minella Special, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge scoped badly post race.

142G(ii) Mask Pavilion (Q.R) Handicap Hurdle (Division Two) & The Stewards interviewed Mr. J.J. Codd, rider of Manger Hanagment, placed second, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that his mount took a long time to get into his stride when challenging and, in hindsight, was hard on him.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that Mr. Codd had used his whip with excessive frequency, and having taken his recent record in this regard into account, they therefore suspended him for one race day (5th July).  

The Stewards interviewed Mr. J.C. Barry, rider of the winner Fortune Seeker, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that his mount was responding all the time but he panicked close to the finish.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that Mr. Barry had used his whip with excessive force and frequency. Having taken his good previous record in this regard into account, they therefore suspended him for one race day (5th July).

Naas Meeting, 22nd June 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: J.P. O’Brien replaced D.M. Grant (injured) on Mojito Royale, trained by Mr. Eoin Doyle (fifth race).

143A Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Auction Maiden & J.P. Murtagh, rider of Burn The Boats, trained by Mr. G.M. Lyons, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost his action and was subsequently eased. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Burn The Boats was found to be post race normal.

143B Siteserv PLC Supporting Aware Handicap & Mr. G.M. Lyons, trainer of Suspect Device, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge lost his tongue-tie and as a result choked in running.

143D Goffs Country Supporting Aware Handicap & The Stewards interviewed P.B. Beggy, rider of Adam’s Return, placed second, concerning his use of the whip in the closing 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 P.B. Beggy had used his whip with excessive frequency, and having taken his excellent record in this regard into account, they therefore cautioned him accordingly.

Tipperary Meeting, 23rd June 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: the following riders replaced D.M. Grant (injured):- P.J. Smullen rode Great Ability, trained by Mr. Stephen Michael Cox (first race) and C.P. Hoban rode Indian Scout (GB), trained by Mr. John Joseph Murphy (third race).

The Stewards fined the following trainer €200 in respect of his non-runner: Mr. Kevin F. O’Donnell for Good Goods (withdrawn by Order of the Stewards – passport irregularity).

144B Visit Tipperary Racecourse Handicap & L.F. Roche, rider of Salaamie (GB), trained by Mr. A.Oliver, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount appeared to  run flat in the closing stages. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Salaamie (GB) was found post race normal.

144C jocforjockeys.ie Handicap & J.A. Heffernan, rider of Kenton Street (GB), trained by Mr. Michael J. Browne, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount suffered interference at the first bend.

P.J. Smullen, rider of White Feathers, trained by Ms. Joanna Morgan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount suffered interference at the first bend.

144D 2011 Pride Of Tipperary Launch Race & G.F. Carroll, rider of Long Time Coming, trained by Mr. Michael Mulvany, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not handle the first bend, was unable to hold his position and as a result had to check.

144E Tipperary Racecourse Maiden & J.P. O’Brien, rider of Paint Your Wagon, trained by Mr. A.P. O’Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount missed the break and never travelled. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Paint Your Wagon was found to be post race normal.

144F Glen Of Aherlow Handicap & The Stewards interviewed R.P. Whelan, rider of Akinspirit, placed fifth, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that his mount responded well to the whip but, in hindsight, he accepted that he had been excessive in the closing stages.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that R.P. Whelan had used his whip with excessive frequency. Having taken his resent record in this regard into account, the Stewards suspended him for four race days (7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th July) and instructed him to attend R.A.C.E. for a one day tuition on the correct use of the whip.

Mr. J.F. O’Shea, trainer of Gudnis Gracious Me, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge scoped badly post race.

144G Tipperaryrace.ie Handicap & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Melodie D’Amour, trained by Mr. M. Halford, was found to have a slight nasal discharge post race.

Curragh Meeting, 24th June 2011

145B Today FM Handicap & K.J. Manning, rider of Il Boro, trained by Mr. Edward P. Harty, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount travelled well until weakened quickly in the closing stages. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Il Boro was found to be blowing hard post race.

145E N. Conlan & Sons BMW & Peugot Handicap & The Stewards enquired into an incident shortly after the start involving Empirico (FR), ridden by C. O’Donoghue, Jedward, ridden by F.M. Berry, and Nidian, ridden by S. Foley, both unplaced.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards took no further action.

Curragh Meeting, 25th June 2011

146D Stobart Ireland Pretty Polly Stakes & C. O’Donoghue, rider of Empowering, trained by Mr. A.P. O’Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost its action in running.

146E At The Races Curragh Cup & J.P. Murtagh, rider of Nebula Storm, trained by Mr. John M. Oxx, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount weakened very quickly in the straight. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Nebula Storm was found to be blowing hard post race.

C. O’Donoghue, rider of Admiral Barry, trained by Mr. Eoin Griffin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung badly in the closing stages.

146F Barrettstown Cannonball Run European Breeders Fund Fillies Handicap &
The Stewards interviewed J.P. Murtagh, rider of Mesariya, unplaced, 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 J.P. Murtagh was in breach of Regulation 10 2(b), and 2(f), in that he  used his whip with excessive force and continued to use the whip when his chance of winning or being placed had clearly gone. The Stewards therefore suspended him for two race days (9th and 10th July).

K.J. Manning, rider of Radharcnafarraige, trained by Mr. J.S. Bolger, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Radharcnafarraige was found to be post race normal.

C. O’Donoghue, rider of Dash Back (USA), trained by Mr. Adrian McGuinness, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung right in the straight.

146H Kilsaran International Maiden & The Stewards interviewed Gina Mangan, rider of It’s A Fairytale (USA), unplaced, concerning her 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 Gina Mangan was in breach of Regulation 10 2(b), in that she continued to use her whip when her chance of winning or being placed had clearly gone. Having taken her excellent record in this regard into account, they severely cautioned her concerning her future responsibilities in this regard. Furthermore, the Stewards instructed her to attend R.A.C.E. for a one day tuition on the correct use of the whip.

Curragh Meeting, 26th June 2011

147A Dubai Duty Free Double Millionaire European Breeders Fund Maiden & K. Latham, rider of Lady Rochford, trained by Mr. G.M. Lyons, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount had to check off heels mid race.

L.F. Roche, rider of She’s My Dandy, trained by Mr. Liam McAteer, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ducked towards the rails and as a result her hind legs slipped in running.

147C Paddy Power Sprint & R.A. Doyle, rider of That’s A Fret, trained by Mr. Liam McAteer, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount jumped awkwardly leaving the stalls and unseated him as a result.

Mr. M. Halford, trainer of Queenie Keen, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Tuesday 28th June that his charge was found to be in season post race.

147D Dubai Duty Free Railway Stakes & The Stewards enquired into possible interference inside the final furlong involving the winner Lilbourne Lad, ridden by R. Hughes, and Tough As Nails, ridden by G.F. Carroll, placed second.
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 while minor interference had occurred , they were not satisfied that the winner had improved his position as a result of this and therefore made no alteration to the Judge’s placings and took no further action.

147E Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby & The Stewards interviewed J.A. Heffernan, rider of Seville (GER), placed second, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who accepted that, in hindsight, he should have given his mount more time to respond.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that J.A. Heffernan was in breach of Regulation 10 2(f), and 3(a), in that he used his whip with excessive frequency without giving his mount sufficient time to respond. Having taken his good recent record in this regard into account, they suspended him for two race days (10th and 11th July).
Mr. Neville O’ Byrne, Acting Steward, absented himself from this enquiry.

147F Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise European Breeders Fund Handicap & The Stewards fined Mr. Kevin Prendergast, trainer, €65, for failing to fit a tongue tie to his charge Mawaakef prior to entering the parade ring for this race.

S. Foley, rider of Redera, trained by Mr. A.J. Martin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Redera was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.

K.J. Manning, rider of Reiteration (USA), trained by Mr. J.S. Bolger, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled and kept changing his legs. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Reiteratioin (USA) was found to be post race normal.

Mr. James M. Ryan, trainer of Stephen’s Green (USA), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge was badly struck into in running.

147G Dubai Duty Free Full Of Surprises Celebration Stakes & R. Hughes, rider of Penitent (GB), trained by Mr. William Haggas (in GB), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung throughout and had to check for a stride in the closing stages.