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On her early maiden runs, we thought there was a day in her but had more or less given up. We brought her here actually as a lead horse about two weeks ago and she seemed to handle it. It was over a mile and I thought 'gosh, I'll run her back one more time'. I'm not claiming too much brilliance but that is just what happened. I actually told Wayne 'you're on a high from the last one, but your colours will be lowered here!'. He would do light weights and I really like Wayne. He is a super rider, obviously, and he's a really down-to-earth guy. On light weights, I would always headhunt him. A Oliver, trainer

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Barley Cove, trained by Edward Lynam, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be lame on the left hind leg post race

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from A. Oliver, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Marble Angel, placed first, as compared with its recent form. The trainer reported that his charge appeared to appreciate a step up in trip on this occasion which he felt had brought about the apparent improvement in form

Having considered the report, the Raceday Stewards noted the explanation offered

D.P. McDonogh, rider of Boadicea Belle, trained by Matthew J. Smith, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount lost its action.

An extended handicap for three years old and upwards rated 47-65
Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won.