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The Stewards requested a report from Joseph Patrick O'Brien, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Gee Rex, placed first, as compared with its most recent form. Damien Boyne, authorised representative for the trainer, reported that his charge appeared to appreciate the better ground conditions and felt this had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanation offered

The Stewards interviewed S.T. McCullagh, rider of Moving Forward, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that S.T. McCullagh was in breach of Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record, they cautioned him on this occasion

P.A. Harnett, rider of Estepona Sun (GB) trained by Noel C. Kelly, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount gurgled in running

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Estepona Sun (GB), trained by Noel C

Kelly, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal

N.M. Crosse, rider of Garrison Commander trained by Denis Gerard Hogan, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount ran a bit short of room inside the last half a furlong

C.G. O'Dwyer, rider of Secret Wizard trained by Conor O'Dwyer, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung right throughout

The Stewards using their powers under Rule 10, granted permission for a 10 minute extension to the claim time for this race owing to technical difficulties.

For three years old and upwards to be claimed for #20,000 or less (Minimum claiming price #5,000)
Weights - 3-y-o 9st 10lbs 4-y-o and up 10st
Riders - Apprentices who hold an Apprentice Licence under Rules of Racing issued by any recognised Turf Authority and who have not lost the right to claim the 5lb allowance (65 winners) Allowances - (up to and including 12th October and which are not cumulative) Apprentices who have not ridden three *winners allowed..........7lb Apprentices who have not ridden twenty *winners allowed..........4lb Apprentices who have not ridden forty *winners allowed..........2lb *Including races under any N.H. Rules Claiming prices must be stipulated at time of entry