Turf Club Calendar Notices - Week 37

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

Hogan, Denis Gerard - New

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

Barry, Maurice (INHS)
Hogan, Denis Gerard - Relinquished

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

Trainer:    Representative:
Byrnes C.    Derry White
Byrnes C.    Keith Schous

QUALIFIED RIDERS
135 (i) I.N.H.S. Rules

The following licences have been renewed for the 2011/2012 season:

Atkinson, Don (C)
Bennett, Thomas Noel (B)
Boland, David Joseph (C)
Collins, Daniel (A3)
Condon, S.W. (C) Restricted
Cully, Christopher (C)
Dolan, Thomas Anthony (C)
Doyle, Miss Elizabeth (B)
Fitzsimmons, Daniel Anthony (C)
Furnell, Dominic (B)
Geoghegan, Robert Patrick (C)
Keating, Edward Patrick (A3)
Lordan, Daragh (A1)
Lynch, Mark James (C)
McCurtin, Ambrose (C)
McCurtin, Francis Anthony (C)
McElligott, Ms. Moira Margaret (C)
McGuinness, Shane (A3) Restricted
McMahon, Miss Louise Amory (A3)
McMahon, William Weldin (C)
McNamara, Robert Patrick (C)
Moore, Fergal Thomas (C)
Murphy, Aaron (C)
Murphy, Damian (C)
Nolan, Rory Thomas (A3)
O'Brien, Miss Ashling (C) Restricted
O'Brien, Miss Sarah (A1)
O'Brien, Thomas Martin (C) Restricted
O'Neill, James David (C)
Quinlan, Miss Danielle (A1)
Ryan, J. Anthony (C)
Walsh, Brendan Oliver (C)
Yamamoto, Masaki (A3)

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. Eoin Doyle for Grand Cru (GB) (temperature) at Downpatrick on 29th August; Mr. Noel Meade for Top Man Michael (temperature) at Galway on 29th August; Mr. James McAuley for See You In Rio (lame) at Galway on 29th August; Mr. Geoffrey Cuthbert for Pink Suitcase (stone bruise) at Kilbeggan on 2nd September and Mr. Gordon Elliott for Al Dafa (USA) (stiff) at Dundalk on 4th September.

The following trainer was fined €500 for the non-notification of a Veterinary Certificate in accordance with the provisions of Rule 194 (v): Mr. Eoin Doyle.

Roscommon Meeting, 5th September 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: W.M. Lordan rode Seavelvet (reserve), trained by Mr. Eoin Griffin (fourth race) and S. Foley rode Sheilas Wish (reserve), trained by Mr. John C. McConnell (fourth race).

234A Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Median Auction Fillies Maiden & F.M. Berry, rider of Regal Tie, trained by Mr. A.L.T. Moore, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung very badly left off the bottom bend. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Regal Tie was found to be slightly lame post race.

234B(i) Castlerea Handicap (Division One) & The Stewards enquired into the circumstances surrounding the fact that Knights Templar, trained by Mr. Ciaran O’Brien, had to be re-saddled in the parade ring after it was discovered that the wrong number cloth had been put on the horse.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned and from his assistant Mr David Black, who saddled the horse. Evidence was also heard from Mr. Ion Hamilton, Turf Club Clerk of the Scales.
Having considered evidence, the Stewards cautioned both Mr. O’Brien and Mr. Hamilton concerning their responsibilities in this regard for the future. 

D.J. Benson, rider of Ashton Rose, trained by Tracey Collins, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was unable to get a clear run when challenging.

234B(ii) Castlerea Handicap (Division Two) & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. H. Rogers, trainer of the winner Cheval Rouge, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared with the horse’s previous run at Naas on  20th July where she finished 13 lengths last of 12 runners behind the winner Joe Eile.
Mr. Rogers reported that today’s heavy ground was a major factor in the improved run and also confirmed that the filly had won as a two-year-old and a three-year-old when there was an ease in the ground
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.  

J.A. Heffernan, rider of Notgonnagiveup, trained by Mr. Richard J. Walker, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount weakened quickly after the turn into the straight. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Notgonnagiveup was found to be post race normal.

234E Four Roads Mares (Pro/Am) Maiden Hurdle & Mr. D.L Quigley, rider of Thynetocatcher, trained by Mr. Roger Joseph McGrath, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not act on today’s heavy ground. The trainer reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge scoped badly post race. The trainer subsequently  reported to the Office of the Governing Bodies on Tuesday 6th September that his charge was found to have a high temperature following an endoscopic examination post race.

Mr. R.A. Latta, rider of Blossom Gate, trained by Mr. John E. Kiely, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount did not handle today’s ground.

234G Frenchpark (Pro/Am) I.N.H. Flat Race & Mr. Jeffrey Ian Mulhern, trainer of Khaleesi, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries on Tuesday 6th September that his charge tired approaching the straight possibly as a result of galloping a circuit of the track in testing ground before the race after the rider had mistaken the starting area.

Laytown Meeting, 8th September 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitution of rider at this meeting: Mr. M. Fahey replaced Mr. R. O’Sullivan (unwell) on Charger, trained by Mr. John C. McConnell (fourth race).

235C www.angloprinters.ie Claiming Race & P. Townend, rider of Lovestoned, trained by Mr. G.A. Kingston, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung badly throughout.

235D Ballygarth (Q.R) Handicap & The Stewards interviewed Mr. A.T. Duff, rider of Tarrsille, placed second, 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 Mr. Duff was in breach of Regulation 10 in that he had used his whip with excessive frequency. Having taken his good recent record in this regard into account, the Stewards severely cautioned him concerning his future responsibilities in this regard.

The Stewards received a request from Mr. J.A. Nash, trainer of Tsar Paul, to run his charge without a tongue tie in this race.
Mr. Nash stated that his horse had become fractious in the preliminaries and that he was unable to fit the horse with a tongue tie.
Having considered the circumstances, the Stewards granted permission for Tsar Paul to run without a tongue tie.

Down Royal Meeting, 9th September 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitution of rider at this meeting: S.H. James rode Stones Peak (reserve), trained by Mr. Patrick Martin (fourth race).

The Stewards enquired into the circumstances whereby a mounted non thoroughbred horse paraded in the parade ring prior to the first race when no permission to do so had been sought.
Mr. Mike Todd, Racecourse Manager, apologised for this oversight and admitted that he was fully familiar with the Rule relating to this incident but the arrangement had been made through his office.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards reminded Mr. Todd of his responsibility in accordance with the provisions of Rule 32(ii). 

236A House Of  Frazer European Breeders Fund Maiden & Mr. Lee Smyth, trainer of Hexagonal, reported to the Turf Club Veterinary Officer that his charge was found to be lame immediately after this race. However, following a veterinary examination by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer at a later stage that day, the animal was found to be post race normal. This was confirmed to the Stewards by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer.

236B Lunn’s Claiming Race & The Stewards enquired into possible interference (Rule 214) in the area of the road crossing at the entrance to the straight involving the winner Sleepytimegirl (GB), ridden by D.P. McDonogh, Le Rouge Alex, ridden by C.P. Hoban, placed second, and Taking Chances, ridden by L.F. Roche, unplaced.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards  were satisfied that the winner, by causing interference, had improved her placing in relation to Le Rouge Alex and they therefore ordered that the placing’s be reversed. The amended result should now read: First: Le Rouge Alex and Second: Sleepytimegirl (GB).
The Stewards were also of the opinion that D.P. McDonogh had ridden carelessly and they therefore suspended him for one race day (23rd September).
Mr. P.D. Deegan, trainer of Le Rouge Alex also attended this enquiry.

The Stewards enquired into an incident after the road crossing in the area of the entrance to the straight involving Ice Ice Baby (GB), ridden by S. Foley, placed fourth, Heir Of Caution, ridden by K.J. Manning, and Perhaps Love, ridden by S.H. James, both unplaced, after it appeared that the latter received a check.
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 S. Foley had contributed to the incident, but in giving him the benefit of the doubt, they advised him to ride with more care in the future.

236C L.K. Bennett Nursery Handicap & The Stewards enquired into possible interference (Rule 214) inside the final 150 yards involving the winner Mount Meru (GB), ridden by K. Latham, Nara Datta, ridden by L.F. Roche, placed fourth, and Antiquus, ridden by S. Foley, placed fifth.
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.

R.P. Whelan, rider of Perfect Godess, trained by Mr. Brian Nolan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount felt lame post race. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Perfect Godess, was found to be post race normal.

236D Mimco Handicap & The Stewards enquired into an incident in the latter stages involving Stones Peak, ridden by S.H. James, placed second, Shirley Schmidt, ridden by D.E. Mullins, Constant Charmer (USA), ridden by R.P. Whelan, If Paradise (GB), ridden by M.A. Enright, and Sable, ridden by D.J. Benson, all 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 R.P. Whelan had ridden carelessly and they therefore suspended him for two race days.
Mr. Robert Brabazon, represented Mr. G.M. Lyons, Master of D.J. Benson, at this enquiry.

C.P. Hoban, rider of Majestic Pearl, trained by Mr. Alan Daly, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran short of room early on in the race and again in the latter stages.

J.A. Heffernan, rider of Pimlico Sound, trained by Mr. T.J. O’Mara, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran short of room and was eased after the road crossing.

236F Derrinstown Stud Apprentice Handicap & The Stewards informed Mr. Desmond McDonogh, trainer of East Of Tara, that his charge, which refused to race when the stalls opened, may render herself liable to a suspension if there is a repeat of this behaviour.

236G Cruise Ulster Cesarewitch Handicap & P.J. Smullen, rider of A Hit Is A Hit (FR), trained by Ms. Joanna Morgan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran short of room on the downhill run to the straight.

Curragh Meeting, 10th September 2011

The Stewards fined the following trainers €200 each in respect of their non-runners: Mr. A.P. O’Brien for Crusade (USA) (off feed) and Mr. Liam McAteer for Yellow Dandy (ground conditions).

237C Goffs National Stakes & J. Fortune, rider of Talwar, trained by Mr. Jeremy Noseda (in GB), reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that he was unhappy with the horses’ action during the race. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Talwar was found to be post race normal.

237D Irish Field St. Leger & J.P. Spencer, rider of Fame And Glory (GB), trained by Mr. A.P. O’Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled throughout. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Fame And Glory (GB) was found to be post race normal.

237E Curragh Amateur Derby (Q.R) Handicap & The Stewards received a request from Mr. Damien Joseph English, trainer of Cash Or Casualty, to allow his rider Mr. P.J. Casey to carry 5 lbs overweight on his charge.
Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned.
In his evidence Mr. English explained how his horse was number 17 in the ballot and he thought that the animal was unlikely to get a run. He said that at 10am on Friday, when he realised that the horse was getting a run, he set about retaining. He explained that he contacted many riders, but all either had a ride already in the race or were unable to do the low weight (10st 4lb). Eventually he contacted Mr. P.J. Casey who told him that he would have to lose some weight but thought he would be able to ride at two or three pounds overweight. Given this information, Mr. English declared Mr. P.J. Casey under the impression he would have to carry no more than three pounds overweight. Once informed of the overweight situation today, Mr. English again tried to contact other riders but could not contact anyone who would be available at short notice.
In hid evidence Mr. Casey informed the Stewards that he had claimed off 10st 4lbs  in the past, but not for some time. He said he set about losing the weight required, believing he may get down to carrying three pounds over or less, and he informed the trainer that this was the situation. However, he failed to lose the required weight in the meantime, but did manage to lose approximately four pounds since yesterday, which resulted in him requiring Stewards Permission to carry five pounds overweight.
Having considered the circumstances, the Stewards were satisfied that exceptional circumstances prevailed - it was the only Qualified Riders Flat Race on the card today with a maximum field of runners and the horse had to carry bottom weight in the race. In addition, the Stewards considered that no other Qualified Riders were present at the track available to ride in such a short timeframe. The Stewards therefore granted permission for Mr. P.J. Casey to carry five pounds overweight on Cash Or Casualty in this race as provided for under Rule 198 (vii).
 However, the Stewards were of the opinion that Mr. P.J. Casey was in breach of Rule 195 (i), in that he was unable to weigh out at the correct weight after any allowances had been claimed, and they therefore they fined him €250.

237F www.thetote.com Handicap & The Stewards fined Mr. Liam McAteer, trainer €200 for the late withdrawal of his charge Yellow Dandy from this race. (1st offence this calendar year).

Tracey Collins, trainer of Oor Jock, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her charge was struck into in running .

237G Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund September Handicap & P.J. Smullen, rider of Natural High, trained by Mr. D.K. Weld, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount travelled well but weakened quickly in the closing stages. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Natural High was found to be post race normal.

D.R. McCabe, rider of Monte Carlo, trained by Mr. A.P. O’Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount travelled well until the turn for home.

Curragh Meeting, 11th September 2011

238A L. Behan Tarmacadam & Asphalt Nursery Handicap & P.J. Smullen, rider of Fastidious (GB), trained by Mr. D.K. Weld, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount travelled well to half way then found nothing. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Fastidious (GB) was found to be post race normal.

C.D. Hayes, rider of Kingdomforthebride, trained by Mr. J.T. Gorman, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount became upset in the stalls and hung badly throughout.

238D www.thetote.com Blandford Stakes & F.M. Berry, rider of Bible Belt, trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled on today’s ground. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Bible Belt was found to be post race normal.

238G Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital Handicap & The Stewards requested a report from Ms. M. Dowdall Blake, trainer of the winner Good Time Sue, regarding the apparent improvement in form of her charge compared with the horse’s previous run at the Curragh where she finished 14th of 15 and was beaten 22 lengths.
Ms. Dowdall Blake reported that today’s softer ground conditions made a big difference to her charge, while she also settled well today.  She added that this filly is in foal and was having her final run today.
Having considered the report, the Stewards accepted the explanations offered.

The Stewards interviewed S.M. Gorey, rider of the winner Good Time Sue, 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 S.M. Gorey had used his whip with excessive frequency and without giving his mount sufficient time to respond inside the final furlong. Having taken his record into account, the Stewards severely cautioned him as to his responsibilities in this regard for the future.

The Stewards enquired into an incident inside the final two furlongs involving Ted Dolly, ridden by P. Shanahan, placed second, Enchanted Evening, ridden by P.J. Smullen, placed third, and Asheerah (GB), ridden by D.P. McDonogh, unplaced, 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 deemed the interference to be accidental in nature and took no further action.

Listowel Meeting, 11th September 2011

239A Charleville Cheese Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards fined Mr. E. McNamara, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Solid Fact 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.

239B Dawn Omega Milk 3-Y-O Hurdle & B.J. Cooper, rider of Chill, trained by Mr. D.T. Hughes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount jumped slowly and ran green in the early stages before staying on past beaten horses in the latter stages.

M.P. Butler, rider of Key Account, trained by Mr. Eoin Doyle, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount became upset at the start, jumped awkwardly, hung badly outwards before staying on well in the closing stages.

T.J. Doyle, rider of Dontmesswithdezohan, trained by Mr. Paul W. Flynn, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount met with interference at the first hurdle.

239D Low Low European Breeders Fund Mares Handicap & The Stewards interviewed C.D. Maxwell, rider of Ocean Bright (USA), unplaced, concerning his use of the whip.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who accepted that, in hindsight, he had been excessive with the whip.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that C.D. Maxwell was in breach of Regulation 10 in that he used his whip unnecessarily when out of contention. Having taken his good record into account, the Stewards therefore severely cautioned him concerning his future responsibilities in this regard.

D.N. Russell, rider of Adropaupep, trained by Mr. C. Byrnes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount hung badly right and was therefore pulled up. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Adropaupep was found to be post race normal.

Mr. Paul Magnier, trainer of Garutomark, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his charge did not act on today’s ground.

239E Cheestrings Beginners Steeplechase & P.W. Flood, rider of Last Time D’albain (FR), trained by Mr. Liam P. Cusack, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was dropped in, met with interference by fallers in the back straight and stayed on in the latter stages.

239F Dawn Milk Handicap Steeplechase & D.N. Russell, rider of Sir Frederick, trained by Mr. W.J. Burke, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled.