Fairyhouse 21st April 2014

The Stewards fined the following trainers in respect of their non-runners:-

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

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Upsie (FR), placed third, ridden by D.J. Casey, and trained by W.P. Mullins. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned, and from Mr Noel O'Brien, Senior Turf Club National Hunt Handicapper.
D.J. Casey, stated that his instructions were to drop the filly in, get her jumping, and get her to come home as best she could. He said he knew there would be alot of pace in the race and he was happy to drop her in off the fast pace, and even still she was a little keen, but he kept giving her a chance to fill her lungs up and give her the best chance to come home well. He stated he put her into the race from the third last and felt he had obtained his best possible placing.
W.P. Mullins confirmed the instructions, stating he knew there would be plenty of pace in the race, and he felt the best chance for this filly was to come from behind, as he isn't quite sure what her optimum trip is yet and he didn't see the point of riding her handily in a race where he had 2 other runners, both of which were confirmed stayers. He added that he was satisfied with the ride and that the filly had achieved her best possible placing of third, having been beaten by two better horses. He thought the better ground today suited his charge and he didn't know what plans he had for the filly going forward.
Mr Noel O'Brien evaluated the level of form for the Stewards, saying the filly had ran up to the form she has shown previously.
The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer who stated that Upsie (FR) was Post Race Normal.
Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Undertheboardwalk, trained by A.J.Martin, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be Post Race Normal.

P. Townend, rider of Undertheboardwalk, trained by A.J.Martin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount didn't let himself down on the ground.

The Stewards interviewed Mr S.F. Magee, rider of News For Pascal, 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 Mr S. F. Magee in breach of Regulation 10 3(f) by using his whip with excessive frequency and having taken his record into account suspended him for two race days.

The Stewards received a report from Mr Brendan Sheridan, Turf Club Clerk of the Course in relation to the fact that A.J. Martin, trainer brought a horse onto the track between races and had him ridden along the track where he proceeded to jump a hurdle.
Evidence was heard from Mr Sheridan, Mr. Lorcan Wyer, Assistant Clerk of the Scales, Mr. Peter Roe, Track Manager, and A.J. Martin.
Having considered the report, the Stewards forwarded a note to the CEO of the Turf Club for further consideration.
Mr R. Dore, Chairman of the Acting Stewards, absented himself from this enquiry, and Mr. P.N. Reynolds acted as Chairman.

The Stewards interviewed A. Ring, rider of Saoirse Dun, concerning his use of the whip in 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 A. Ring in breach of Regulation 10 4 by failing to give his mount time to respond to the whip and having taken his record into account suspended him for three race days.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Home Farm, trained by A.L.T.Moore, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be Blowing Hard post race.

R.C. Colgan, rider of Clar Na Mionn, trained by V. T. O'Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount pulled up, lame behind.

Sean O. O'Brien, trainer of Caoimhe's Delight, reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Tuesday 22nd April that his charge was found to be in season this morning.

A.E. Lynch, rider of Fernhurst Lad trained by A.J.Martin, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount made a bad mistake and pulled up.

The Stewards enquired into an incident in the closing stages involving Draco (GB), ridden by Miss S. O'Brien, placed second and Marinero, ridden by S.A. Shortall, placed third, where it appeared Marinero ran short of room on the rails. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards found Miss S O'Brien in breach of Rule 214 by riding carelessly and having taken her good record into account the Stewards severely cautioned her to be more careful in future.

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