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That was a pleasant surprise. We always thought he was good as a novice but he had a little injury and missed last year,. Mrs John Harrington, trainer

At the request of the Stewards, Rachael Blackmore, rider of Paloma Blue, trained by Henry de Bromhead, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that her mount made a bad mistake five from home, but was not travelling at the time

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Paloma Blue, trained by Henry de Bromhead, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be coughing post race

The Stewards interviewed M.P. O'Connor, rider of Game Of War, 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 M.P.O'Connor was in breach of Regulation 10.3(g)(frequency) and having considered his record they cautioned him on this occasion.

An extended handicap steeplechase for four years old and upwards (150 = 11st 10lbs)
Weights - Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 11st 10lbs and the minimum weight is 9st 12lbs
Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase or steeplechases after calculation of the handicap shall carry any penalty or penalties which may be allotted by the Handicapper.