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He grows a leg on that ground and it’s his first time in a 45-65. Gavin was great on him and it wasn’t the strongest of races. He’s a young progressing horse. There is very little else for him and we are just grateful that this meeting was put on. The conditions suited him. The owner Fearghal Hogan will knock good fun out of him. He boards mares and does livery at his place in Rathangan. Mark Fahey, trainer

S. Foley, rider of Jensons Joy trained by Gerard O'Leary, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount leaned right under pressure

L.F. Roche, rider of Countess Matilda trained by Matthew J. Smith, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung left for the last two furlongs

A. J. Slattery, rider of Sunset Nova trained by Andrew Slattery, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount hung right throughout

The Stewards requested a report from Mark Fahey, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Clear Quartz, placed first, as compared with its recent form. Mark Fahey stated that the application of first time cheek pieces coupled with a drop into this grade for the first time had helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form when compared to its recent form. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the explanation given.

An extended handicap for three years old and upwards rated 45-65
Weights - Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 10st 2lbs and the minimum weight is 8st 6lbs
Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 6lb extra for each race won.