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The Stewards interviewed H. Morgan, rider of Natural Breeze, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. In his evidence H. Morgan stated that his mount was responding and he lost count on his use of the whip. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were of the opinion that H. Morgan was in breach of R10(3)(g) by using his whip with excessive frequency. Having taken his previous record into consideration, the Stewards suspended H. Morgan for one raceday

The Stewards interviewed L.A. McKenna, rider of Highstreetfashion, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. In his evidence, L.A. McKenna admitted that he had exceeded the guidelines but felt that his mount was giving him very little despite his urgings. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were of the opinion that L.A. McKenna was in breach of R10(3)(g) by using his whip with excessive frequency. Having taken his previous record into consideration, the Stewards suspended L.A. McKenna for two racedays

The Stewards informed Michael Winters, trainer, that his charge Arizona Flyer could be liable to a suspension if she repeated today's behaviour where she refused to race when a fair start had been effected

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

Kelly, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal. Samples were taken for analysis

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Doune Castle (GB), ridden by Dylan Johnston, and trained by Noel C. Kelly. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer's representative concerned. Dylan Johnston, rider, stated that as his mount can be keen, he was instructed to jump off towards rear and to do his best. He added that his mount was getting into the race when pecking badly at the second last hurdle which knocked the wind out of him. He allowed his mount to fill up and drove him into the last hurdle and on towards the finish where he galloped past horses on the uphill run. He reminded the Stewards that his mount made a noise at the second last hurdle

Daniel Fitzsimmons, Authorised representative of Noel C. Kelly, trainer, confirmed the riding instructions and stated that the race was run at a fast pace and most of the runners stopped in the latter stages while his own charge kept galloping to the line. He added that the two horses that gave trouble at the start may have caused his charge to be further back than intended but overall he was happy with the ride. He confirmed that his charge had previous issues with his wind. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Doune Castle (GB) was post race normal. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations.

An extended handicap hurdle for four years old and upwards rated 80-95
Weights - Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 12st and the minimum weight shall not be less than 9st 12lbs
Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race after calculation of the handicap shall carry 5lb extra for each hurdle race won.
Riders - Confined to Professional Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules who have not lost the right to claim the allowance under Rule 52 (iii). Allowances - (which are not cumulative, up to and including 17th May) Riders who have not ridden the winners of 25 *races allowed...........4lb Those who have not ridden the winners of 40 *races allowed..........2lb No allowance under Rule 52 (iii) may be claimed *Including races under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing