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Leopardstown 4th February 2024

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

D.A. Jacob replaced P. Townend on James Du Berlais (FR), trained by W.P. Mullins (Race 6)(stood down)
D.E. Mullins replaced P. Townend on Bialystok, trained by W.P. Mullins (Race 7)(stood down)

025A ISF EBF Paddy Mullins (Mares) H'cap Hdle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Risk Belle (FR), trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Foxy Girl (FR), trained by Henry de Bromhead, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be suffering from post race heat stress.

M.M. McDonagh, rider of Belle Of Annandale, trained by Adrian Keatley (in GB), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran free, jumped poor and hung right. The Racedays Stewards reviewed the video evidence, were satisfied with the ride and therefore took no further action.

025B Ladbrokes Novice S'chase

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Gaelic Warrior (GER), trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

025C Tattersalls Ire 50th Derby Sale Nov. Hdl

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Farren Glory, trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to have blood at both nostrils post race.

J.W. Kennedy, rider of Farren Glory, trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly.

Owing to the low trajectory of the sun, the Raceday Stewards granted permission for hurdle number one to be omitted from this race.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into the circumstances whereby Farren Glory and King Of Kingsfield, both trained by Gordon Elliott, had to be resaddled after entering the parade ring. Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned who stated a staff member had put the saddles on the wrong horses. He further added he spotted the error as they entered the parade ring, immediately brought them back out and corrected the error in time so as not to delay the start. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards noted Gordon Elliott's explanation and took no further action.

025D Ladbrokes Dublin S'chase

The Raceday Stewards received a report from the Clerk of the Course, Mr. L. Wyer, that he omitted the last fence in this race due to the sun as it steadily got worse during the race.

The Raceday Stewards reviewed an incident in the cloing stages involving Captain Guinness, ridden by Rachael Blackmore, placed third, and Gentleman De Mee (FR), ridden by D.E. Mullins, placed fourth, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted.

025E Chanelle Pharma Irish Champion H'dle

The Raceday Stewards received a report from the Clerk of the Course, Mr. L. Wyer, that he omitted the last hurdle in this race due to the sun as it steadily got worse during the race.

025F O'Driscolls Leopardstown H'cap S'chase

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident after passing the stands on the first circuit involving James Du Berlais (FR), ridden by D.A. Jacob, Lucid Dreams, ridden by L. Quinlan, and Heart Wood (FR), ridden by Rachael Blackmore where it appeared James Du Berlais (FR) and Heart Wood (FR) got tight for room. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. D.A. Jacob stated he was on the inside line when getting pressure from the right. Liam Quinlan stated he was making his way onto the rail but felt there was minimal interference. Rachael Blackmore stated she received pressure from her right as Lucid Dreams came onto her racing line. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found L. Quinlan was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly and having considered his record in this regard (second offence under Rule 214), the Raceday Stewards suspended him for four racedays days.

025G Timeless Sash Windows H'cap H'dle

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined An Tobar (GB), trained by Henry de Bromhead, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal.

Rachael Blackmore, rider of An Tobar (GB), trained by Henry de Bromhead, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount never travelled.

025H Coolmore NH Sires EBF (M) INH Flat Race

The Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference inside the final furlong involving Aurora Vega, ridden by Mr P.W. Mullins, placed fourth, and Barnahash Primrose, ridden by Mr R.W. Barron, placed third, where it appeared interference may have occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Mr. P.W. Mullins stated he received pressure for a few strides and it got a little tight. Mr. R.W. Barron stated his charge drifted for a few strides but he correct her as soon as he felt her drift. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placings and took no further action.

Mr S. Connor, rider of Mongibello (GB), trained by S.R.B. Crawford, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung badly left.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:
Mr. Justice T. Hunt (Chairman),
Mr. P. Reynolds,
Mr. J. Rearden,
Mr. N.B. Wachman,
Mr. L. Walsh.



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


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