Turf Club Calendar Notices - Week 11

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

Barkley, Miss Suzy (INHS)
Cullinane, M.O.
Day, Patrick (INHS)
Donnelly, Lorcan Joseph
Fitzpatrick, William J.
Fitzsimons, Michael (RR)
Fogarty, D.M.
Kennedy, A.J. (INHS)
Kiernan, James M. (INHS)
Lanigan, W.J. (INHS)
Moran, Niall
O’Mara, T.J.

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

Brabazon, R.W.T. (INHS)
Browne, James A.
De Montmorency, Mrs. C. (INHS)
Feeney, Fintan (INHS)
Fitzgerald, Martin Paul (INHS)
Long, John (INHS)

Turf Club and I.N.H.S
Registrations
Authorised Representatives
Up to 29/2/2012

Trainer:    Representative:
Cullinane, M.O.   Marian Geoghegan
Fitzpatrick, William J.  James Fitzpatrick
Moran, Niall    Claire Moran
O’Mara, T.J.    Michael Gunn
O’Mara, T.J.    Robert Lamplier

Sponsorship Licences
The following trainers were granted
Sponsorship Licences up to 29/2/2012

Paul Nolan - Softco

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

Cleary, Rory Patrick (RR)
Gorey, Shane Martin (RR)
Smullen, Patrick Joseph (RR)

The following Apprentice Jockeys have been granted a licence for 2011

Benson, Daniel Jordan – G.M. Lyons
Donnelly, Peter Michael – M.Halford
Harrison, Darren Patrick – P.D. Deegan
Killahena, Jonathan Patrick – M. Halford
Monaghan, Marc Michael – M. Halford

Turf Club and I.N.H.S. Committee

The Licensing Committee, Mr. H.R.D. McCalmont (in the Chair), Mr. T. Rudd and Mr. T.L. Crawford met at The Offices of The Turf Club, The Curragh, Co. Kildare on Tuesday, 8th March, 2011 and considered a breach of the conditions under which a licence was granted in relation to insurance.  Severe warnings and fines were issued to the following Trainers:  Mr. John O. Clifford €300 and Mr. J.L. Hassett €1,000.

Naas Meeting, 9th March 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: M. Darcy replaced D. MacAuley on Jacks Choice (intended mount a non-runner), trained by Sabrina J. Harty (first race); P.T. Enright rode Court Knee (reserve), trained by Ms. Claire O’Connell (third race); D.G. Hogan replaced R. Walsh (injured) on Forty Foot, trained by Mr. C.F. Swan (fifth race) and Mr. M.P. Fogarty replaced Mr. P.F. Fogarty (printing error) on Ample Appeal, trained by Mr. P.J. Rothwell (sixth race).

338A Naas Racecourse On facebook Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Mountain Close, ridden by P.D. Kennedy, and trained by Mr. Mark Michael McNiff.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned and also from Mr. J.J. Gerard, Authorised Representative for Mr. McNiff.
In his evidence P.D. Kennedy stated that his instructions were to take his time and ride his horse to finish as well as he could. In running he stated that his mount was keen early and also ran in snatches away from the stands. Furthermore he added that mistakes at the third and fourth last caused the horse to lose momentum. He also stated that he was unable to be as strong as he would have wished in the home straight as his mount was hanging badly left and he was forced to keep a tight hold on the rein with his right hand in order to avoid causing interference to the horses on his inside.
In his evidence Mr. J.J. Gerard confirmed the instructions and added that he was of the opinion that P.D. Kennedy had ridden to instructions. Furthermore he stated that this horse had never hung before in his work at home and added that he felt that the animal has some ability and shapes like a stayer in the making.
The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer, who stated that Mountain Close was found to be post race normal.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that Mountain Close had not been allowed to run on its merits and that P.D. Kennedy and Mr. Mark Michael McNiff were in breach of Rule 212. Having taken their respective records into in this regard account, the Stewards fined Mr. McNiff €2000, though his Representative, and suspended P.D. Kennedy for 14 race days (24th, 26th, 27th,and 31st March, 2nd, 3rd, 7th, 9th, 10th, 15th, 17th, 21st, 24th and 25th April). The Stewards also ordered that D.P. Kennedy forfeit his riding fee, while they also suspended Moutain Close from racing for 60 days.

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Scottish Boogie, ridden by P.T. Enright, and trained by Mr. C. Byrnes.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence P.T. Enright stated that his instructions were to drop his mount in and get him to settle as he had been very free on his two previous runs over hurdles. In running he stated that the horse ran free until eventually settling after jumping three hurdles, that he was forced to run wide on the turn for home, made a mistake at the second last, landed awkwardly and weakened thereafter. Furthermore, he stated that the animal has more speed than stamina and may struggle to get the two mile trip over hurdles.
In his evidence Mr. Byrnes confirmed the instructions and stated that he has been disappointed with the horse’s first two starts over hurdles where he ran free on both occasions. He added that he may never properly get the two mile trip over hurdles and had not ruled out a return to racing on the flat, but was hopeful that in time on better ground and a stronger pace he may eventually learn how to relax properly over hurdles.
The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer who stated that Scottish Boogie was found to be post race normal.
Having viewed a recoridng of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.

P.T. Enright, rider of Scottish Boogie, trained by Mr. C. Byrnes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran free early on, made a mistake two hurdles out and weakened thereafter.

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Cartron Lady, ridden by M.J. Ferris, and trained by Mr. D. E. Fitzgerald.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence M.J. Ferris stated that his instructions were to jump off in last place as this mare is particularly free both at home and on the track and indeed had proved difficult to ride at Listowel on her first start for Mr. Fitzgerald when ridden by P. Townend. In running he stated that she was free throughout, improved her position after four out, ran wide turning for home and weakened approaching the last hurdle when she had nothing left to offer after taking too much out of herself during the race.
In his evidence Mr. Fitzgerald confirmed the instructions and expressed satisfaction with the ride. He added that this mare may never reach her full potential until she learns to settle and may be best suited to racing on quick ground in her own company on a sharp track.
Following the running of this race Cartron Lady was examined by the Turf Club Vet Officer and was found to be post race normal.
Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards accepted the explanations offered.

M.J. Ferris, rider of Cartron Lady, trained by Mr. D.E. Fitzgerald, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran very free, was forced wide turning for home, made a mistake two hurdles out and weakened approaching the last. He also stated that this horse may need quicker ground.

B.J. Cooper, rider of Lyreen Legend, trained by Mr. D.T. Hughes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran very green, jumped big and ran short of room in the closing stages.  ??

338E Tote Daily Double Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of That’ll Do Me, ridden by Ms. K. Walsh, and trained by Mr. T.M. Walsh.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In  her evidence Ms. Walsh stated that her instructions were to take her time and ride her mount to finish well bearing in mind that the horse has failed to get home in his previous races to date. In running she stated that her mount was on and off the bridle throughout, stepped at the third last, gave a heave turning for home and stayed on one paced from thereafter.
In  his evidence Mr. Walsh confirmed the instructions and expressed satisfaction with the run and the ride and added that he was satisfied with the fashion in which his charge finished the race after proving disappointing in all his races thus far.
The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer, who stated that That’ll Do Me was found to be post race normal.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered and took no further action other than to advise Ms. Walsh to be seen to make more effort in her riding in the future.

R. Loughran, rider of Pistol Jack, trained by Mr. D.T. Hughes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount became unbalanced prior to the turn for home and caused interference to Accordion To Paddy and Rime Avec Gentil (FR).

D.N. Russell, rider of Nuvelli, trained by S. Donohoe, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount stumbled and fell, but apportioned no blame to any other rider.

Mr. Patrick O. Brady, trainer of Icy Cool, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries at Clonmel on 10th March that his charge never travelled throughout and made a respiratory noise in running.

338F Tote Trifecta Rollover I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards interviewed Mr. J.A. Fahey, rider of the winner Pride Of the Artic, 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 Mr. Fahey had used his whip with excessive frequency, and having taken his good record in this regard into account, they suspended him for two race days (24th and 26th March).

Clonmel Meeting, 10th March 2011

037B Lisronagh Maiden Hurdle & Mr. D.E. Fitzgerald, trainer of Jackcon, reported to the Turf Club Veterinary Officer that his charge was found to have a respiratory tract infection following an endoscopic examination post race. This was confirmed to the Stewards by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer.

037C Comeragh Handicap Hurdle & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Garamor Boy, trained by Mr. Patrick O. Brady, was found to be post race normal.

D.G. Hogan, rider of Dancing Water (GB), trained by Mr. Patrick O. Brady, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost its action and was pulled up.

S.J.  Gray, rider of Saipan (FR), trained by Mr. Gerard Keane, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount clipped heels and slipped up.

037D Slievenamon Beginners Steeplechase & The Stewards enquired into an incident on the approach to the straight involving the winner Bobs Display, ridden by Mr. C. Motherway,  Scouting Party (GER), ridden by T.C. Carroll, placed second, Thepartysover (GB),  ridden by M. Darcy placed third, and Fennis Boy, ridden by J.L. Cullen, unplaced.
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 any interference was accidental and caused by general bunching and they therefore took no further action.  

037E Martinstown Opportunity Handicap Steeplechase & The Stewards received a report from Mr. J.R. Banahan, Turf Club Starter, regarding the fact that M.J. Bolger, rider of Tiernan’s Terror (GB), P.F. Mangan, rider of Quarryvale, and B. Browne, rider of Nans Best, had all failed to obey his starting procedure instructions which resulted in a false start. 
Evidence was heard from Mr. Banahan and from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the incident and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that the riders concerned had breached Rule 40 and they therefore suspended each of them for two race days (24th and 26th March).. 

037F Ardfinnan I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards interviewed Mr. D.R. Fox, rider of the winner Saoirse’s Sister, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that he was trying to assist his mount as she was looking around her and was also carrying her head very high.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that Mr. Fox had used his whip with excessive frequency and they therefore suspended him for two race days (24th and 26th March).

The Stewards enquired into possible interference inside the final two furlongs involving the winner Saoirse’s Sister, ridden by Mr. D.R. Fox, and Dance The Devil, ridden by Mr. R.P. McNamara, placed second.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that no alteration to the Judge’s placings was necessary and took no further action. 

Limerick Meeting, 12th March 2011

038A 5th April Student Raceday Hurdle & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. Kieran Purcell , trainer of the winner Ainm Spartacus, regarding the apparent improvement in form of the horse compared to his previous run when finishing 56 lengths last at Fairyhouse.
Mr. Purcell reported that his charge disappointed the last day in a better contest when taken on for the lead. He added that today the horse got a soft lead and was able to dictate matters from the front and this, coupled with the drop in class, had helped his charge return to form.
Having considered the report, the Stewards accepted the explanation offered.

Andrew J. McNamara, rider of Rigidity (GB), trained by Mr. E.J. O’Grady, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled throughout. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Rigidity was found to be post race normal.

M.J. Ferris, rider of Purple Land (USA), trained by Mr. Eugene M. O’Sullivan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran very free in the early part of the race before staying on well in the closing stages.

038B Munster Supporters Club Mares Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into the poor performance of Rebel Gale , trained by Mr. W.J. Burke and ridden by J.R. Barry.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence J.R. Barry stated that the horse hit a hurdle in the back straight, lost her action and was pulled up. He added that she had been running a good race until making this mistake.
In his evidence Mr. Burke expressed his disappointment with the performance adding that the mare may not have handled the ground.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.  

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Rebel Gale, trained by Mr. W.J. Burke, was found to be post race normal.

The Stewards fined Mr. Eugene M. O’Sullivan, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Coco Crazy in which the vaccinations did not conform with the provisions of Rule 91. The Stewards allowed the horse to run on receipt of the trainer’s written assurance that the vaccinations were in order.

Mr. Eugene M. O’Sullivan, trainer of Coco Crazy, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries at Limerick on 13th March that his charge was lame post race.

038D Mothers Day Weekend Handicap Hurdle & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Tadhg, trained by Mr. E.J. O’Grady, was found to be post race normal.

038E(i) Tote Daily Double Rollover Handicap Hurdle (Division One) & The Stewards enquired into the apparent improvement in form of the winner Katie’s Jem, trained by Mr. Timothy Cleary, compared with the horse’s last few runs when well beaten.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned, who stated that he was at a loss to explain the horses return to form. He added that the mare is a moody individual who enjoys passing tired horses and getting her own way.
Evidence was also heard from Mr. Andrew Shaw, Turf Club National Hunt Handicapper, who confirmed that Katie’s Jem has appeared inconsistent in recent runs.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards accepted the explanation offered.

Andrew J. McNamara, rider of Turnonthegas, trained by Mr. John G. Carr, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount travelled well in the early stages before becoming very tired in the closing stages. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Turnonthegas was found to be post race normal.

038E(ii) Tote Daily Double Rollover Handicap Hurdle (Division Two) & A.E. Lynch, rider of Eddie Zero, trained by Mr. J.T.R. Dreaper, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount became very tired in the closing stages on the testing ground.

D.E. Splaine, rider of Destined For Fame, trained by Mr. John Joseph Murphy, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a respiratory noise in running.

Limerick Meeting, 13th March 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: B. Browne rode Karlu (GER) (reserve), trained by Mr. John C. McConnell (third race) and D.E. Splaine rode Whatsabillion (see enquiry), trained by Mr. John Joseph Murphy (third race).

039A Friends Of Liam Hogan Maiden Hurdle & Mrs Mary C. O’Connor, trainer of It’s My Choice, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her charge was showing signs of being in season post race.

039B Kerry Group European Breeders Fund Mares Novice Hurdle & D.N. Russell, rider of Askanna, trained by Mr. Colin Bowe, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled and was therefore pulled up. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Askanna was showing signs of coming into season post race.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Dare To Doubt (GB), trained by Mr. W.P. Mullins, was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.

B.J. Cooper, rider of Definite Class, trained by Mr. D.T. Hughes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his saddle slipped in the back straight.

D.T. Evans, rider of Torina, trained by Mr. M.J. Grassick, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled on today’s ground.

039C Ballynoe Stables Pre Cheltenham Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed Mr. John Joseph Murphy, trainer of Whatsabillion, concerning the failure to nominate a rider before the designated time for his horse.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards cautioned Mr. Murphy concerning his future responsibilities in this regard and allowed the substitution of D.E. Splaine.

039D I.T.B.A. Fillies Scheme European Breeders Fund Dawn Run Mares Novice Steeplechase & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that For Bill, trained by Mr. Michael Winters, was found to be post race normal.

Navan Meeting, 13th March 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitution of rider at this meeting: A.P. Cawley replaced D.J. Condon (injured) on Kyle’s Turn, trained by Mrs John B. Ross (sixth race).

040A Tote Jackpot Guarantee Maiden Hurdle & R.M. Power, rider of Shariyan, trained by Mr. C.A. Murphy, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount jumped much better on this occasion than he did the last day, but did stand off one hurdle down the back straight before staying on past tired horses in the closing stages.

Andrew J. McNamara, rider of Baily Green, trained by Mr. M.F. Morris, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that he had planned to settle his mount in mid division, but found himself a little further back than intended. He also stated that he held onto the horse for as long as he could in order that the animal saw out today’s trip on the testing ground.

040D Slane Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into an incident on the approach to the straight involving Martin Scruff, ridden by D.J. Condon, placed second, and Kilbrannish Hill, ridden by A.P. Heskin, unplaced, where it appeared that Kilbrannish Hill ran short of room and clipped heels causing the rider to lose his irons.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards, in light of poor video evidence, were unable to apportion blame, other than to advise D.J. Condon to ride with more care in the future.

040E Irish Day At Navan Racecourse Beginners Steeplechase & The Stewards interviewed A.P. Cawley, rider of  the winner Kyle’s Turn, 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.P. Cawley had used his whip with excessive force and frequency, and having taken his previous good record in this regard into account, they suspended him for two race days (27th and 31st March).

040G Discover Meath (Pro/Am) I..N.H. Flat Race & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Catah, trained by Mr. J.F. O’Shea, was found to have a respiratory tract infection following an endoscopic examination post race.