The Stewards enquired into an incident on the run to the line involving Ballycallan King, ridden by Mr T. Walsh and Ney, ridden by D.J. O'Keeffe, where it appeared Ney received interference and made contact with the running rail. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Mr. T. Walsh stated that his horse jumped left at the last and was making his way back towards the rail. He added that he wasn't aware of the horse coming to challenge on his inner. D.J. O'Keeffe stated that that gap was there and always felt there was room even though it got tight and he hit the rail. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards took no further action other than to advise Mr. T. Walsh to ride with more awareness in future.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Hory (FR), trained by Miss Ellmarie Holden, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

At the request of the Stewards, D.J. O'Keeffe, rider of Ney, trained by Mrs Prunella Dobbs, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount is a green four year old who hit a flat spot at the back of the third last and ran on again in the closing stages.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined So Scottish (FR), trained by Emmet Mullins, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

At the request of the Stewards, M.M. McDonagh, rider of Midnight Gold, trained by James Daniel Dullea, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount didn't travel early on.

At the request of the Stewards, R. Monaghan, rider of Always Giving, trained by J.T.R.Dreaper, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran green early on, took a blow and stayed on past tired horses in the straight.

The Stewards fined P.J. Rothwell, trainer €65 for failing fit the declared tongue strap to Weihnachts, prior to entering the parade ring.

Owing to ground conditions, the Stewards granted permission for this race to be started by flag.

The Stewards interviewed Mr J.C. Barry, rider of Kalanisi Star (GB), concerning his use of the whip in latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted he had breached Regulation 10 and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied Mr. J.C. Barry was in breach of R10.3(i)(time to respond) and having considered his record, they cautioned him on this occasion.

Mr J.C. Barry, rider of Kalanisi Star (GB) trained by Oliver McKiernan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran around a bit in front.

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. Justice Tony Hunt (Chairman),
Mrs. J.O. Onions,
Mr. M.C. Hickey,
Mr. Patrick Hickey,
Mr. P.D. Deegan.

Owing to ground conditions, the Stewards granted permission for fence #4 to be omitted from races five, six and seven.

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