Turf Club Calendar Notices - Week 22

The following trainers were fined €200 in each case for the non-notification of a Veterinary Certificate in accordance with the provisions of Rule 194 (v) (vi):- Mr. Adrian McGuinness for Bubbly Bellini (lame) at Dundalk on 18th May; Mr. James Halpin for Headford Lady (temperature) at Wexford on 19th May and Mr. Peter Fahey for Mill House Lily (lame) at Limerick on 20th May.

Roscommon Meeting, 21st May 2012

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: W.M. Lordan rode Articilitis (reserve), trained by Mr. Desmond McDonogh (third race); Mr. D.G. Lavery rode Shady Island (reserve), trained by Miss Elizabeth Doyle (fifth race); Miss L.A. Hourigan rode Amigan Lady (reserve), trained by Mr. Michael Hourigan (sixth race); Miss J.M. Mangan replaced Mr. G.M. Mangan (Clerical error) on Cherrys Son, trained by Mr. John Neilan (sixth race); T.J. Doyle rode The Quiet Enforcer (reserve), trained by Mr. S.J. Mahon (seventh race); A.P. Crowe rode Silver Canyon (reserve), trained by Mr. C. Roche (seventh race) and A.E. Lynch replaced P.T. Enright (original mount a non runner) on Old Laxey, trained by Mr. Henry de Bromhead (seventh race).

116B Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Fillies Maiden & The Stewards interviewed Mr. A. Oliver, trainer of Glade Appeal (USA), concerning the lodgement of the passport which was required under Rule 90 (i) (d).
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that the passport for Glade Appeal (USA) did not contain vaccinations which were validly endorsed as per Rule 90 (vii) and acting under the terms of Rule 90 (iv) the Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Glade Appeal (USA) from this race.

Mr. Lee Smyth, trainer of Sultana Belle, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge was found to have a burst blood vessel. This was confirmed to the Stewards by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer.

116C Connolly’s Red Mills Horse Care Cubes Handicap & C.P. Hoban, rider of Halfway House (GB), trained by Mr. Seamus Fahey, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost his action at the end of the back straight and was therefore eased.

116D Roscommon Handicap & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Time Of My Life, trained by Mr. T. Stack, was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Shabra Emperor, trained by Mr. Patrick O. Brady, was found to be tied up post race.

116E(i) Kepak I.N.H. Flat Race (Division One) & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. T. Hogan, trainer of the winner Ardboe Abbey, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared with the horse’s previous run at Thurles on 7th January where he finished eighth of nine finishers.
Mr. Andrew Hogan, authorised representative of Mr Hogan reported that their horses were not running well this Spring, but that they seem to have turned the corner lately. He reported that this, coupled with the better ground today, may have brought about the apparent improvement.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.  

Mr. John Bleahen, trainer of Kicka Vic, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge scoped badly post race.

The Stewards fined Irene J. Monaghan, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Billyjoes Leader, 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.

116E(ii) Kepak I.N.H. Flat Race (Division Two)  & Mr. John E. Kiely, trainer of Clara Bel La, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge coughed post race.

The Stewards fined Mr. D.M. Christie, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Dunfelemy Paddy, 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.

116F www.roscommonracecourse.ie Beginners Steeplechase & R.Walsh, rider of Laganbank, trained by Mr. W.P. Mullins, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a bad mistake at the fourth last fence.

A.P. Heskin, rider of The Lady Granuaile (USA), trained by Mrs Pauline Gavin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was found to have a burst blood vessel post race.

T.J. Doyle, rider of The Quiet Enforcer, trained by Mr. S.J. Mahon, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount broke down and was therefore pulled up.

116G Frank Hannon Memorial Handicap Steeplechase & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Byerley Bear, trained by Mr. Henry de Bromhead, was found to be post race normal.

P.T. Enright, rider of Doc O’Donnell, trained by Mr. Timothy O’Callaghan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a noise in running and was therefore pulled up.

Sligo Meeting, 23rd May 2012

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: the following riders replaced R.J. Jones (injured):- B.R. Dalton rode Beabus Jack, trained by Mr. C. Byrnes (third race) and M.P. Butler rode Cnoc Seoda, trained by Mr. Declan Queally (sixth race); A.P. Heskin rode Coffey’s Pub (reserve), trained by Mr. P. Costello (second race); M.P. Butler replaced S.W. Flanagan (injured) on Mattara, trained by Mr. Edward C. Kelly (fifth race) and  E.J. O’Connell rode Fantastic Gold (GB) (reserve), trained by Mr. M.O. Cullinane (sixth race).

The Stewards fined the following trainer €130 in respect of his non-runner: Mr. I. Madden for Cherryantor (withdrawn by Order of the Stewards – passport irregularity).

117A Sunday 15th July Family Day At Sligo Maiden Hurdle & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Johannisberger, trained by Mr. Noel Meade, was initially found to be lame behind, but was subsequently found to be sound post race.

117B June 19th At Sligo Maiden Hurdle & Andrew J. McNamara, rider of Shershewill, trained by Mr. Aaron Strong, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that she mount made a respiratory noise in running.

Mr. Benjamin Arthey, trainer of Ballyboley Lady, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge made a respiratory noise in running and was therefore pulled up.

117C [email protected] (C&G) Opportunity Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed M.P. Butler, rider of the winner Curragh Golan, concerning his use of the whip (Regulation 10) 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 M.P. Butler was in breach of Regulation 10 2  (f) in that he had used his whip with excessive frequency, and Regulation 10 3 in that he had failed to give his mount time to respond.
Having taken his good record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for one race day (7th June).

The Stewards interviewed T.C. Carroll, rider of Sliabh Glath, placed second,  concerning his use of the whip (Regulation 10) 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 T.C. Carroll was in breach of Regulation 10 2  (f) in that he had used his whip with excessive force and frequency, and Regulation 10 3 in that he had failed to give his mount time to respond.
Having taken his good record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for two race days (7th and 11th June).

K.M. Donoghue, rider of Wall Street Wally, trained by Mr. Noel Meade, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his saddle slipped and that he therefore pulled him mount up.

B. Hayes, rider of Molaise Lad, trained by Mr. John Joseph Hanlon, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount accidently caught a heel and stumbled with over a circuit of the race to go.

Mr. Peter L. Kavanagh, trainer of Sliabh Glath, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge lost a shoe in running.

117D Sean Graham Bookmakers Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. Anthony Mullins, trainer of the winner Battling Boru, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared with the horse’s previous run at Fairyhouse on 9th April where he finished 11th of 24 runners and was beaten 33 lengths.

Mr. Mullins reported that the Fairyhouse race was a competitive handicap, whereas today’s race was a weaker contest. He said the horse’s stamina won him a race in December at Navan over two miles and four furlongs and that today’s race on a stiff track played to his stamina strengths. He said that these two factors may have brought about the apparent improvement.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.  

117F Corner House Bar Ballymoate Mares Handicap Hurdle & D.R. Fox, rider of Charlie’s Vic, trained by Mr. Noel C. Kelly, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not jump well and may not have liked today’s chopped up ground. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Charlie’s Vic was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.

Tipperary Meeting, 24th May 2012

118B Follow Tipperary On Facebook Handicap & W.M. Lordan, rider of Further Proof (GB), trained by Mr. T. Stack, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung badly in this race.

118C Follow @ TipperaryRaces On twitter Race & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Modern Romance, trained by Mr. D.K. Weld, was found to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis.

118D Kilfeacle Stud ‘Potrait Gallery’ Handicap & The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving the winner Sharp and Smart, ridden by S. Foley, and Pepparpot, ridden by D.E. Mullins, placed second.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placings and took no further action.

The Stewards interviewed J.F. Egan, rider of Sweet Annathea, trained by Mr Thomas Cleary, unplaced, concerning his use of the whip.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that J.F. Egan was in breach of Regulation 10 2 (f) and 10 2(b) in that he had used the whip after his chance of winning or being placed had gone and with excessive force.
Having taken his record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended J.F. Egan for three race days (8th, 9th and 10th June). 

118E p2p.ie Mares Point-To-Point I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards fined Mr. James Daniel Dullea, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Indelible Run, 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.

The Stewards fined Mr. Terence O’Brien, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Kilnockin Lady, 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.

118G p2p.ie (C&G) Point-To-Point I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards fined Mr. Donal Coffey, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of No Deal, 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.

The Stewards fined Mr. Denis Ahern, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Real Appeal, 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.

Cork Meeting, 25th May 2012

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: The following riders replaced D.N. Russell (injured):- P. Carberry rode Launchpad (GB), trained by Mr. D.T. Hughes (fourth race) and M.N. Doran rode Ablator, trained by Mr. Paul Nolan (fifth race); the following riders replaced A.E. Lynch (injured):- D.J. Condon rode Court Knee, trained by Ms. Claire O’Connell (sixth race) and G. Sheehan rode Insane Flyer, trained by Mr. Victor Wilson (seventh race); S.W. Flanagan replaced N.P. Madden (injured) on Lion Valley, trained by Mr. S. Braddish (seventh race) and Mr. A.T. Duff rode Oscar Buzz (see enquiry), trained by Mr. Edward Cawley (eighth race).

119A Corkracecourse.ie Maiden Hurdle & R. Walsh, rider of Roman Flight, trained by Mr. C.F. Swan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung badly in the straight and attempted to run out on numerous occasions.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Brock Bawson, trained by Mr. P.J. Rothwell, was found to be post race normal.

119B Friday Evening Racing Hurdle & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Won In The Dark, trained by Sabrina J. Harty, was found to be post race normal.

119C Follow Corkracecourse On Twitter Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards fined Mr. Gordon Elliott, trainer of Formal Bid, €65 for failing to fit a tongue tie to his charge prior to entering the parade ring for this race.  

Mr. J.A. Nash, trainer of Gryllus, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge was found to have a burst blood vessel post race.

119E Friday July 13th BBQ Maiden Hurdle & T.J. Doyle, rider of Sir Lynx, trained by Mr. Patrick Cody, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a respiratory noise in running.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Roman Cavalry, trained by Mr. M.F. Morris, was found to be distressed post race.

The Stewards fined Mr. Michael Fitzsimons, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Castle Vic, 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.

119F(i) Like Us On Facebook Handicap Hurdle (Division One) & The Stewards enquired into possible interference from the approach to the second last hurdle involving the winner Boss Croaker, ridden by P.T. Enright, Wellforth, ridden by B.M. Cash, placed second, and Street Runner (GB), ridden by B.R. Dalton, placed third.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards made no alteration to the Judge’s placing. However, the Stewards were of the opinion that B.M. Cash was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden improperly and they therefore suspended him for four race days (11th, 12th, 15th and 20th June). Furthermore, P.T. Enright was found to be in breach of Rule 214 and was cautioned to ride with more care in future.
In addition, the Stewards were not satisfied with the accuracy of the evidence given by B.R. Dalton who was found to be in breach of Rule 272 and they therefore suspended him for one race day (11th June).

Mr. Jarlath P. Fahey, trainer of Maca Rince, reported to the Turf Club Veterinary Officer that his charge was struck into on her left fore. This was confirmed to the Stewards by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer.

119G  Mallow.ie I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards interviewed Mr. Edward Cawley, trainer, concerning his failure to nominate a rider before the designated time for his charge Oscar Buzz.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards accepted the explanation offered, and allowed the nomination of Mr. A.T. Duff. However, the Stewards cautioned Mr. Cawley regarding his future responsibilities in this regard.

Curragh Meeting, 26th May 2012

120C Emirates Equestrian Federation Handicap & The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Jamesie, ridden by C. O’Donoghue, and trained by Mr. David Marnane.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence Mr. Marnane stated that his instructions to the rider were to get cover early as the horse can often run free, to get into the race thereafter and to do his best.
 In his evidence C. O’Donoghue confirmed the trainer’s instructions, stating that he has ridden this horse before and that the animal often takes a keen hold. He said he got his mount covered up early as instructed, but when he looked for a split between runners, his horse had raced too closely onto heels preventing him from steering him into a challenging position.  He said he was forced to sit and suffer as no opportunity arose to deliver a challenge. Eventually, in the final furlong when the race was gone beyond the horse, he left him alone. The trainer further stated that this horse is ridden in a crossed noseband and a chifney bit due to being keen and he felt the horse may also have been a little revved up following his recent run at Chester.  He expressed himself satisfied with the ride. In conclusion the trainer said that a drop back in trip to seven furlongs may be of benefit to his charge.
The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer which stated that Jamesie was found to be post race normal.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.

R.P. Cleary, rider of Elwazeer (USA), trained by Mr. David Peter Nagle, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost his action in this race.

120D Weatherbys Ireland Greenlands Stakes & F. Lynch, rider of Santo Padre, trained by Mr. David Marnane, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not act on today’s ground.

120E Abu Dhabi Irish 2,000 Guineas & The Stewards enquired into the apparent improvement in form of the winner Power (GB), trained by Mr. A.P. O’Brien, compared with the horse’s previous run at Newmarket on the 5th May where he finished 17th of 18 runners and was beaten 37 lengths and was behind Hermival, Trumpet Major and Born To Sea with whom he reversed placings today.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned, who stated that Power (GB) was having his first run of the season at Newmarket on ground softer than he handled last year. He said the horse ran well for the first half of the Newmarket race, but tired in the latter stages possibly as a result of the ground. He added that Power (GB) raced today at the same body weight as he had at Newmarket and that all routine post race examinations failed to show any abnormalities.  He further added that J.P. O’Brien, rider, was not tied to any instructions today and rode the horse as he found him based on advice from R.L. Moore, who partnered the animal at Newmarket.
Evidence was also heard from Mr. Garry O’Gorman, Turf Club Handicapper, who stated that Power (GB) was one of the highest rated two year olds in Europe in 2011 and, apart from his disappointing run at Newmarket, was entitled to be a leading player today.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the trainer’s explanations.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Trumpet Major, trained by Mr. Richard Hannon (in GB), was found to be coughing post race.

120F TRI Equestrian Stakes & R. Hughes, rider of Winter’s Night, trained by Mr. Clive Cox (in GB), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost her action in this race.

120G I.T.B.A. Supporting Irish Thoroughbred Breeders Handicap & The Stewards received a report from Mr. Ion Hamilton, Turf Club Clerk of the Scales, regarding the failure of J.P. Murtagh, rider of Sindjara (USA), placed fourth, to weigh in after this race.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that it was an oversight on his part.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards disqualified Sindjara (USA) from fourth place, under Rule 230 (ii),  and amended the result to read as follows. First: Aquilonius, Second: Captain Joy, Third: Dark Passion, and Fourth: Slim Chance.
The Stewards furthermore found that J.P. Murtagh had failed to present himself to weigh-in as required under Rule 227 and therefore suspended him for two race days (9th and 10th June) and ordered that he forfeit his riding fee. 
  

J.P. O’Brien, rider of Chicago, trained by Mr. A.P. O’Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost his action in this race. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Chicago was found to be post race normal.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Slim Chance, trained by Mr. J.G. Coogan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran keen and hung in this race.

Curragh Meeting, 27th May 2012

121A Big Bad Bob European Breeders Fund (C&G) Maiden & P.J. Smullen, rider of Thunder Mountain, trained by Mr. D.K. Weld, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung badly from half way.

121B Airlie Stud Gallinule Stakes & R. Hughes, rider of Crius, trained by Mr. Richard Hannon (in GB), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran much too free early on.

121D Paddy Power Handicap & J.P. O’Brien, rider of Harrison’s Cave (GB), trained by Mr. A.P. O’Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled in this race and was eased in the latter stages.

121F Etihad Airways Irish 1,000 Guineas & The Stewards enquired into an incident approximately two furlongs from the finish involving After, ridden by R.L. Moore, placed fifth, and Janey Muddles, ridden by K.J. Manning, placed eighth, after it appeared interference had taken place.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards found that R.L. Moore was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly. &
 Having taken his record into account, the Stewards severely cautioned him as to his future responsibilities in this regard.

P.J. Smullen, rider of Yellow Rosebud, trained by Mr. D.K. Weld, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not handle today’s ground.

J.P. O’Brien, rider of Homecoming Queen, trained by Mr. A.P. O’Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not handle today’s ground.

121H Kilsaran International Maiden & P.J. Smullen, rider of Truthwillsetufree, trained by Mr. D.K. Weld, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran keen early on and hung very badly from half way.

D.M. Grant, rider of King High, trained by Mr. Eoin Doyle, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount stumbled and changed legs on today’s ground.