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M.P. O'Connor, rider of Scheu Time trained by J.A. Nash, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount never travelled

The Stewards interviewed P.T. Enright, rider of Run For Oscar, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that the first two strikes were a long way out and his mount was not going forward for him. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were satisfied that P. T. Enright was in breach of Regulation 10.3.g, excessive frequency

Having considered P. T. Enright's record in this regard the Stewards suspended P. T. Enright for one raceday

The Stewards requested a report from T.G.McCourt, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Dollar Value (USA), placed first, as compared with its most recent run. T. G. McCourt stated that his charge is a quirky sort who had recently refused to line up at Sligo and last time out at Galway on the 28th of July there were two false starts and his charge was reluctant to race on the third start. He added that his charge had raced with a positive attitude today and this coupled with a change of bit and leaving off any headgear had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanation given.

A hurdle for four years old and upwards which at entry are rated 120 or less (also open to horses which at entry are rated 121-135)
Weights - 4-y-o 10st 8lbs 5-y-o and up 10st 11lbs
Penalties - Performances before 3rd August - for every 1lb above the rating of 120 1lb extra On or after 3rd August - for each hurdle race won 5lb extra