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He's only a three-year-old and will be a nice horse next year,. Tracey Collins, trainer

C.R. King, rider of Footprint, trained by Patrick Martin, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount never travelled. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Footprint, trained by Patrick Martin, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be Post Race Normal. The Stewards requested a report from Tracey Collins, trainer as to the apparent improvement in form of So Sensible, winner, as compared with it's most recent run on the 5th November at Dundalk, where he finished last of 14 beaten 9 and 3/4 lengths. Ms. Sheena Collins, authorised representative of the trainer concerned, reported that the horse's last run was his first run back after a break, his first run on the surface and his first time under lights. Also, the horse was badly drawn and broke poorly, and later suffered some interference in the home straight and was eased. This evening the horse broke well and benefitted from being ridden more prominently, and this may have brought about any improvement in form. Having considered the report, the Stewards noted the explanations offered. D.E. Mullins, rider of Sacred Dragon (USA), trained by John Joseph Hanlon, reported to the Stewards' Secretaries that his mount was unable to go the pace early in the race, and got tight for room before leaving the back straight.

For three yrs old and upwards that, at entry, are rated 75 or less
Weights - 3-y-o 9st 5lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 6lb
Penalties - Performances before 17th November for every 1lb above the rating of 70........................... 1lb extra; On or after 17th November for every race won 5lb extra;