Turf Club Calendar Notices - Week 44

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

Kehoe, Richard (INHS)

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

Hickey, Paul – New

Hunters Chase Licence granted up to 31/12/2011

Kehoe, Richard - Relinquished

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

Trainer:    Representative:
Fahey, P.G.    Thomas Fahey
Tyrrell, Jaclyn   Eamon John Tyrrell
  
The following have applied to complete the
Pre Racehorse Restricted Trainers
Development Course which commences on
Monday, 14th November, 2011

Arthey, Ben (Co. Antrim)
Breen, Pat (Co. Cork)
Bunyan, Darren (Co. Kildare)
Clarke, Keith (Co. Meath)
Cummins, Thomas (Co. Waterford)
Hogan, Eamonn (Co. Galway)
Kelly, Miss Sharon (Co. Down)
Kiely, Thomas (Co. Waterford)
Lee, Norman (Co. Galway)
McCarthy, Eoin (Co. Limerick)
McLoughlin, James (Co. Westmeath)
Power, Pierce (Co. Wexford)
Ross, William (Co. Westmeath)
Shanahan, John Patrick (Co. Kildare)
Thornton, Karl (Co. Dublin)

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

Callaghan, Paul Gerard (INHS) new
McCurtin, Francis Anthony (INHS) new
McKenna, Liam Adam (INHS) new

The following Apprentice Jockeys have been granted a licence for 2011

Carberry, Megan – G.M. Lyons (new)
Halpin, Gary Paul – K. Prendergast (new)
McKenna, Liam Adam – J.J. Lambe (new)
Sweeney, Darragh Mark – K. Prendergast

The following have relinquished their Professional Jockeys Licence

Ring, Conor Vincent

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

The Licensing Committee Mr. S. McDonogh (in the Chair), Mr. J. Patrick Barry and Mrs. Jill Farrell met at The Offices of The Turf Club, The Curragh, Co. Kildare on Tuesday, 25th October, 2011 and considered a breach of the conditions under which a licence was granted in relation to insurance.  A severe warning and fine was issued to the following Trainer:  Mr. G. Murphy €2,000.

Punchestown Meeting, 26th October 2011

The Stewards fined the following trainer €200 in respect of his non-runner: Mr. Thomas James for Paradise Lily (withdrawn by Order of the Stewards).

279B €10 Admission To All Non Festival Meetings Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards fined Mr. Eamonn O’Connell, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Beatsupreme (GB) 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.

279E Christmas Parties At Punchestown Beginners Steeplechase & The Stewards interviewed Mr. Oliver McKiernan, trainer of Itdosnot Botherme, and Quietly Fancied, regarding the late arrival of his horses into the Parade Ring for this race.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned, who stated that he had a runner in the previous race and T.J. Doyle, rider, had to change the tack and weigh out for Quietly Fancied. He added that there were not any unusual delays on his part as he saddled both of his charges. He added that both animals were returning after long layoffs and that one of them was a little difficult. He stressed that he carried out all correct saddling procedures and had the rider’s safety at the forefront of his mind.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that Mr. McKiernan was in breach of Rule 32 (ii) and they therefore severely cautioned him concerning his responsibilities in this regard for the future.

D.N. Russell, rider of Stonemaster, trained by Mr. D.T. Hughes, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount jumped slowly at a few fences, was under pressure three out and only stayed on at the same pace in the closing stages. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Stonemaster was found to be post race normal.

279F Punchestown Annual Membership Handicap Steeplechase & The Stewards enquired into the apparent improvement in form of the winner Groody Hill, trained by Mr. C. Roche, and ridden by A.P. Crowe, compared with the horse’s previous run at Ballinrobe on 21st August where he finished last of eight finishers and was beaten about fifty two lengths by the winner Stakers.
Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned, who stated that the gelding was a reasonable hurdler who had previously failed to win, but his consistent form earned him a rating of 103. He added that his qualifying runs over fences were reasonable, but that he disappointed in his first handicap steeplechase at Navan. He said the horse then reverted back to hurdling and ran two satisfactory races before returning for a handicap steeplechase at Ballinrobe after a break. However, the said the animal disappointed that day on the faster ground and was unable to go with the pace. Following this run the horse was returned home to his owner’s premises for a three week break. He said since his return back to training the animal has improved in his homework. The trainer concluded by saying that the horse had his desired going conditions today having previously performed well on similar ground.
Evidence was also heard from Mr. Andrew Shaw, Turf Club National Hunt Handicapper.
Having considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Close Review, trained by Mr. R.P. Rath, lost a right fore shoe in running and was found to have a grazed left hind hock and cannon post race.

Clonmel Meeting, 27th October 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitution of rider at this meeting: P.F. Mangan replaced T.C. Carroll (injured) on Scouting Party (GER), trained by Mr. Michael Mulvany (fifth race).

280A Cahir Mares Maiden Hurdle & Miss K.J. Harrison, rider of Days Of Glory, trained by Mrs C. Harrison, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her mount was outpaced early, but stayed on past beaten horses in the straight.

C.D. Maxwell, rider of Miss Miyagi, trained by Mr. Paul Stafford, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount travelled well before weakening quickly in the closing stages.

The Stewards fined Mr. Michael O’Hare, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Mary Pat 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.

280B Cashel Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. Henry de Bromhead, trainer of the winner Casa Love, regarding the apparent improvement in form of his charge compared to the horse’s previous run at Listowel.
Mr. de Bromhead reported that the horse disappointed at Listowel where he ran freely and failed to see out the two and a half mile trip on very testing ground. The trainer added that the horse settled much better in front today and seemed to appreciate the better ground conditions and the drop to two miles.
Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.

280D Wilderness Steeplechase & R. Walsh, rider of Lend A Hand Son (GB), trained by Mr. Michael Hourigan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran too freely early on, dived at the third last fence and tired after the second last.

280F www.grahamnorris.com Memorial Handicap Hurdle & P. Carberry, rider of Martin Scruff, trained by Mr. Gordon Elliott, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount heaved in running.

A.P. Thornton, rider of Irish Poli (FR), trained by Mr. Patrick Martin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount lost its action, felt lame and was therefore pulled up.

280G Clonmel Oil Day 10th November I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards fined Mr. Michael O’Hare, trainer, €130 for lodging a passport in respect of Mr Bolt 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.

Dundalk Meeting, 28th October 2011

281B Follow Dundalk Stadium On Facebook Maiden & G.F. Carroll, rider of Whatyoumaycallit, trained by Mr. Daniel Miley, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount dwelt on leaving the stalls.

P.J. Smullen, rider of It’s True, trained by Mr. D.K. Weld, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran green throughout.

281C Winter Racing At Dundalk Handicap & The Stewards enquired into an incident shortly after the start on this race  involving The Reaper, ridden by D.J. Benson, placed second, What About You, ridden by C. O’Donoghue, placed fourth, and  Luisant (GB), ridden by K.J. Manning, placed fifth.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned in the presence of Mr. J.A. Nash, trainer, who accompanied D.J. Benson in the Stewards room.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were of the opinion that C. O’Donoghue had ridden carelessly (Rule 214) in that he failed to keep a straight line until passing the marker poles (Rule 211). Having taken his respective records into account, the Stewards therefore suspended him for three race days (11th, 18th and 25th November) for the former offence and severely cautioned him regarding the latter offence.

The Stewards interviewed J.P. Murtagh, rider of Five Star Junior (USA), concerning his use of the whip.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that his mount was hanging outwards, which necessitated the use of the whip down the shoulder whilst held in the forehand position.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were of the opinion that J.P. Murtagh was in breach of Regulation 10 2(a). Having taken his record into account, the Stewards therefore severely cautioned him concerning his future responsibilities in this regard.

281D [email protected] Handicap & The Stewards interviewed S.H. James, rider of Truly Genius, unplaced, concerning his use of the whip.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that his mount was hanging badly, which necessitated the use of the whip down the shoulder whilst held in the forehand position.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards gave S.H. James the benefit of the doubt in relation to his use of the whip. However, the Stewards were of the opinion that he was in breach of Rule 213, in that he failed to report at the first instance that his mount hung. The Stewards therefore severely cautioned him concerning his future responsibilities in this regard.

The Stewards interviewed S.M. Gorey, rider of Rambling Dancer, unplaced, concerning his use of the whip.
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 was in breach of Regulation 10 2(b) in that he continued to hit his mount after the horse’s chance of winning or being placed had clearly gone. Having taken his record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore suspended S.M. Gorey for one race day (11th November).

281F(i) Christmas Parties At Dundalk Handicap (Division One) & The Stewards interviewed S.A. Gray, rider of Come And Fight, unplaced, concerning his use of the whip.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned in the presence of Mr. Patrick Martin, who accompanied the apprentice in the Stewards room.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were of the opinion that S.A. Gray was in breach of Regulation 10 2(b) in that he continued to hit his mount after the horse’s chance of winning or being placed had clearly gone. Having taken his record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore severely cautioned S.A.Gray concerning his future responsibilities.

J.P. Murtagh, rider of Seavelvet, trained by Mr. Eoin Griffin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount made a respiratory noise in running. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Seavelvet was found to be post race normal.

281G ww.dundalkstadium.com Maiden & The Stewards enquired into possible interference in the closing stages involving the winner, Ansaab (GB), ridden by D.P. McDonogh, and Ariyfa, ridden by J.P. Murtagh, 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. However, the Stewards were of the opinion that D.P. McDonogh had ridden carelessly (Rule 214), and having taken his recent record in this regard into account, they therefore suspended him for three race days (11th, 18th and 25th November).

Naas Meeting, 29th October 2011

The Stewards fined the following trainer €200 in respect of his non-runner: Mr. Daniel Mark Loughnane for Liscahill Karella (declared in error).

282C K Windows & Doors Supporting Kildare GAA Hurdle & Ms. K. Walsh, rider of Our Girl Salley, trained by Mrs Prunella Dobbs, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her mount became tired on the heavy ground. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Our Girl Salley was showing signs that she may be coming into season, but was otherwise found to be post race normal.

282E Copper Face Jacks Supporting Kildare GAA Brown Lad Handicap Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed T.J. Doyle, rider of Ad Idem (GB), concerning his use of the whip in the final 75 yards.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that he had edged to the front close to the finish, but that his mount was idling and the eventual winner was gaining so  he reacted by hitting his mount the last three hits in rapid succession.
 Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were of the opinion that T.J. Doyle was in breach of R10 (3), in that he failed to give his mount a chance to respond. Having taken his very good record in this regard into account, the Stewards therefore cautioned him.

282G Paul Limburn 40 With Friends (Pro/Am) I.N.H. Flat Race & The Stewards requested a report from Mr. R.P. McNamara, rider of North Farm, after his mount fell on the bend past the stands with a circuit to run.
Mr. McNamara reported that his mount was keen, clipped heels independently and dislodged him.
Having considered the report, the Stewards took no further action.  

The Stewards fined Mr. Michael O’Hare, trainer, €65 for failing to fit a tongue tie to his charge Gold Ability prior to entering the parade ring for this race.  

Mr. Michael O’Hare, trainer of Gold Ability, reported to a Turf Club Official that his charge was found to have a burst blood vessel post race. This was confirmed to the Stewards by the Turf Club Veterinary Officer.

Mr. Vincent Laurence Halley, trainer of Militant Monk, reported to a Turf Club Official that his charge never travelled on today’s ground and was therefore pulled up.

Leopardstown Meeting, 30th October 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: S. Foley rode Desertcougar (reserve), trained by Mr. David Marnane (first race) and P.J. Smullen replaced P. Shanahan (original mount a non-runner) on Zaminast (GB), trained by Mr. D.K. Weld (fourth race).

283A Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Fillies Maiden & D.R. McCabe, rider of Drops, trained by Mr. A.P. O’Brien, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran green and never travelled in the early stages before staying on well in the latter stages.

283B JRA Killavullan Stakes & The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Born To Sea, trained by Mr. John M. Oxx, was found to be lame post race.

283C www.leopardstown.com Nursery & D.P. McDonogh, rider of Blue Mimosa, trained by Mr. Kevin Prendergast, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount ran very free in the early stages and received a slight bump before the turn into the straight. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Blue Mimosa was found to be lame post race.

J.P. Murtagh, rider of Mr Red Clubs, trained by Mr. Paul W. Flynn, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount suffered slight interference and that he had to stop riding close home.

Wexford Meeting, 30th October 2011

The Stewards authorised the following substitutions of riders at this meeting: M.J. Ferris rode Rossadare (reserve), trained by Mr. Moses McCabe (first race) and E.J. O’Connell replaced T.C. Carroll (injured) on Mel Del, trained by Mr. Michael T. Moran (fourth race).

284A Casey Concrete Gorey Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Mister Music Man, ridden by J.R. Barry, and trained by Mr Patrick J. Flynn.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned and from Mr. Michael Gunn, Authorised Representative for Mr. Flynn.
In his evidence J.R. Barry stated that Mr. Flynn was out of the country but had instructed him to jump off in mid division, get his mount jumping, creep into the race and ride to finish  as best as possible. He added that his mount had shown plenty of ability in his earlier days and had won a bumper at Downpatrick, but, switched to hurdes, he was most disappointing especially in his previous race at Gowran Park. He said that the horse jumped off towards the rear today and travelled well until the top of the hill. He said he drove that horse at that point, but he emptied going to the second last flight. At that stage he said he gave his mount a nudge to quicken, but the animal had nothing to offer and he sat up before the final flight. In conclusion he said he drove his mount from the last to the winning post, but that in his opinion this gelding is of limited ability.
In his evidence Mr. Gunn stated that the instructions were as given. He confirmed that the gelding looked impressive when winning his bumper. He said the animal works well at home and has not experienced any veterinary problems of note. He added that he is very familiar with this gelding’s career and could only express overall disappointment since his only victory. He was satisfied with J.R. Barry’s riding and considered that the grazes received in running were of no consequence and that the post race normal report was an acceptable veterinary assessment.
The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer which stated that Mister Music Man was found to be post race normal except for some grazes on his left fore cannon and right carpus.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that the trainer and rider were in breach of Rule 212.
The Stewards therefore suspended J.R. Barry for seven race days (13th, 14th, 16th, 17th, 19th, 20th, and 24th November) and ordered that he forfeit his riding fee. In addition the Stewards fined Mr. Flynn 1,000 euro,through his Authorised Representative, and suspended Mister Music Man for 42 days.

B.M. Cash, rider of Our Ollie, trained by Mr. Paul John Gilligan, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount travelled well until he missed the final three hurdles and weakened quickly.

284B Casey Concrete Blocks Maiden Hurdle & The Stewards interviewed M.J. Ferris, rider of Caspian Piper, unplaced, concerning his riding from the final bend to the winning post after it appeared that his mount hung and was about to be pulled up, but continued in the race, jumped the final flight poorly and was hit once on the run-in when out of contention.
Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that his mount had chased the leaders to the final bend, but began to hang badly at that point and was running very green. He felt that his mount was well capable of finishing so he steadied him going to the final flight to give him a chance to jump it. He said after landing over that obstacle the horse began to run on when another competitor joined him, so he hit the horse once as a corrective measure after taking a fresh hold and the animal reacted positively.
Evidence was also heard from Mr. M.F. Morris, trainer.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanation offered.

284C Casey Tarmacadam Mares Hurdle & E.J. O’Connell, rider of Flying Bella (GB), trained by Mr. J.J. Lambe, reported to a Turf  Club Official that his mount hung left and did not handle today’s ground.

The Turf Club Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Madam Bovary, trained by Mr. W.F. Codd, was found to be post race normal.

284D Casey Cattle Slats Handicap Hurdle & Miss K.J. Harrison, rider of Oh So Sweet, trained by Mrs C. Harrison, reported to a Turf Club Official that her mount did not handle today’s ground.

284F Royal Marine Hotel Beginners Steeplechase & The Stewards enquired into an incident on the bend past the stands with a circuit to race involving the winner Donnas Palm, ridden by P. Carberry, Gates Of Rome, ridden by D.N. Russell, placed second, and Mackeys Forge, ridden by R. Loughran, placed fifth, after it appeared the latter ran short of room and had to check.
Evidence was heard from the riders concerned.
Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards took no further action.  

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