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The Stewards interviewed J.A. Heffernan, rider of Stone Age, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that he used his whip above shoulder height as the horse beside him was so close but accepted that he was in breach of the regulation and apologised. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, including photographic evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that J. A. Heffernan was in breach of Regulation 10.3.f, excessive force and 10.3.h, arm above shoulder height. Having considered J. A. Heffernan's record in this regard the Stewards suspended J. A. Heffernan for three racedays

The Stewards interviewed C. Soumillon, rider of Vadeni (FR), concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, including photographic evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that C. Soumillon was in breach of Regulation 10.3.f, excessive force. Having considered C. Soumillon's record in this regard the Stewards cautioned him on this occasion.

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