S.D. Torrens, rider of Avandra, trained by P.J. Rothwell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount took a false step coming down the hill.

The Raceday Stewards enquired into possible interference after the last hurdle involving Gaillimh A Run, ridden by A.P. Heskin, placed first, and Pampar Lady, ridden by S.W. Flanagan, placed second, where it appeared interference occurred. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned, S.W. Flanagan stated that he was coming with a run and the interference he received cost him momentum. A.P. Heskin stated that there was minimal contact after the last and the configuration of the track contributed to the interference in his opinion. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were of the opinion that while Gaillimh A Run, had caused interference to Pampar Lady, he did not improve his finishing position as a result of this interference so they made no alteration to the Judge’s placings and took no further action.

The Raceday Stewards received a report from the Clerk of the Scales, Ms. A. O'Keeffe, that J.W. Kennedy, rider of Magic Dawn, weighed in at 1.2lbs overweight. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that this was a comfortable weight for him and after having a sip of water and sweat absorbed to his already heavy pad this could have accounted for the overweight. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that J.W. Kennedy was in breach of Rule 231(iii) and having considered his record in this regard they cautioned him on this occasion.

D.J. O'Keeffe, rider of Broomfield Gale, trained by Robert Murphy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stumbled on the way to the start and got loose.

R.J. Condon, rider of Shanlaylin, trained by P.A.Fahy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was slow to jump early on.

The Raceday Stewards interviewed D. Moloney, rider of Wepushourlucksofar, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that his first two uses of the whip were flicks and he didn't count them. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that D. Moloney was in breach of Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record in this regard (third offence) they suspended him for eight racedays.

Niall Moore, rider of Pirate Island, trained by Philip Fenton, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled.

Shane Fenelon, rider of Kings Prince (GB), trained by E.Sheehy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount burst a blood vessel. The I.H.R.B Veterinary officer subsequently confirmed that Kings Prince (GB) had blood at nostrils post race.

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from David M.O'Brien, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Roxhill Roise, placed first, as compared with its most recent form when pulling up. David M.O'Brien stated that his charge may have ran flat the last day and has since freshened up. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted its content.

K.M. Donoghue, rider of The Declaimer, trained by Tom Dreaper, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount made a bad mistake at the last.

P. Townend, rider of Henn See (FR), trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount burst and was pulled up. The I.H.R.B Veterinary officer subsequently confirmed Henn See, had blood at nostrils post race.

The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting:

Mr. D. Hickey (Chairman),
Ms. C. Corbalis,
Mr. N. Lambert,
Ms. F. Morris,
Mr. C.J. Sweeney.

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