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he got a nice ride from Leigh Roche. He rode him with confidence, that's what I said to him - 'go out and give him a ride with confidence' and that's what he did. He's progressive and we'll probably go for a handicap with him next. We're not in any hurry, we'll take it in stages and see how he comes on. He's gone and done his job today. D K Weld, trainer

The Stewards received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer prior to this race that Morley Gunner, trained by S. Donohoe was a gelding rather than a colt. The Stewards therefore imposed a fine of ?130 for a breach of Rule 148 (vi)

K.J. Manning, rider of Take A Nap trained by J. S. Bolger, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount slipped turning into the straight.

For three yrs old and upwards, maidens at starting
Weights - 3-y-o 9st 5lb; 4-y-o and up 10st; Fillies allowed 5lb;