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B. Hayes, rider of Coole Arcade trained by John O. Clifford, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount never travelled on the ground

T. Ryan, rider of Krickett trained by W.J.Austin, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount burst

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Krickett, trained by W.J.Austin, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to have blood at both nostrils post race

P.T. Enright, rider of Balkos (FR), trained by Donal Hassett, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount clipped a heel coming down the hill on the first circuit

The Stewards interviewed Conor Clarke, rider of De Bennette, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who accepted that he used his whip when out of contention

Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards found the rider in breach of Reg.10.3.(b)(chance clearly gone) and cautioned the rider on this occasion

The Stewards imposed a fine of €200 on H. Morgan, rider of Galon De Vauzelle (Fr), under Rule 196(v) for failing to present himself to be weighed out for this race (reported trainsport difficulties) and granted permission for C.J

Orr to substitute.

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.