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How did I get him beaten in two bumpers?. He’s still a little bit immature mentally and ran off the bend past the stand first time. He’s not doing everything right, but has enormous ability. Finn (Buckley) said he felt like he was never out of second gear the whole way. It’s my first horse for Darragh (McDonagh) and he’s been very patient with him. He’s only four and we’ll definitely stick with bumpers, but whether we give him a break and bring him back for a good spring bumper I don’t know. Whatever he’s doing here, jumping is his game. John C McConnell, trainer

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Jacob's Ladder, trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Raceday Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal

The Raceday Stewards reviewed the start of this race. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the matter, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Mr F. R. Buckley, rider of Heads Up (GB), concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that his mount is idle and there was a very loud wind and he could not hear his rivals. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that Mr. F. R. Buckley was in breach of Regulation 10.3.c, the hitting of a horse that clearly has its race won (winning distance 24 lengths), and having considered his record in this regard (first offence) the Raceday Stewards suspended Mr. F. R. Buckley for two racedays

GENERAL INFORMATION The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting: Mr. Justice Tony Hunt (Chairman), Mr. J. Byrne, Mr. C. J. O'Reilly, Mr. J. M. McGrath, Mr. L. Walsh

An I.N.H. flat race for four years old and upwards that have not won a race, including flat races, under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing other than one I.N.H. flat race or N.H. flat race
Weights - 11st 7lbs Mares allowed 7lbs
Penalties - Penalty - Winner of an I.N.H. Flat Race or a N.H. flat race 7lb extra
Riders - Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules. Professional Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules (other than Apprentices) who have not lost the right to claim the 7lb allowance under Rule 52 (up to and including 19th November) may also ride in this race. Upcoming Race Conditions Week Commencing Monday 18th November