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He's a nice little horse. He's not a typical Gigginstown horse - a big massive chaser - but we need a few faster ones as well,. He'll probably go for a winners bumper and I think he won't mind a bit of better ground either. He won't be entered for Cheltenham. He's a smart horse and he jumps very well. Gordon Elliott, trainer

The Stewards received a report from the Clerk of the Scales, Mr. W. Fleming, regarding the failure of Mr J. Hogan, rider of The Granson, placed fifth to weigh in after this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that it was an oversight on his part. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that Mr. J

Hogan was in breach of Rule 227(i) for failing to weigh in and therefore under Rule 230(ii) they disqualified The Granson. Amended result: Sometime Soon placed first, Buddy Rich placed second, Thosedaysaregone placed third, Stay Humble placed fourth and Batcio (Fr) placed fifth. Furthurmore the Stewards suspended Mr. J. Hogan for 2 racedays

GENERAL INFORMATION The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting: Justice Tony Hunt (Chairman), Mr. Michael Hillman, Mr. Laurence McFerran, Mr. John Tyrrell, Mr. M.F.O'Donoghue

An I.N.H. flat race for five, six and seven yrs old that have not won a *race
Weights - 5-y-o 11st 13lb; 6 and 7-y-o 12st; Mares allowed 7lb
Riders - : Qualified under I.N.H.S. Rules Professional under I.N.H.S. Rules (other than apprentices) who have not lost the right to claim the 7lb allowance under Rule 52 (iii) (up to and including 21st February) may also ride in this race.