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The Stewards enquired into an incident on the turn for home involving Petuna, ridden by A. Ring, Automated (GB), ridden by J.W. Kennedy, and Gusty Rocky, ridden by W.J. Lee, where it appeared Petuna received interference. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards took no further action. The Stewards interviewed A. Ring, rider of Petuna, trained by M.Phelan, concerning his riding close home where he appeared to momentarily stop riding. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned who stated that his hand momentarily lost control of his whip in the closing stages and he eventually dropped it close to the line. Having viewed the recording and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanation offered and took no further action. The Stewards requested a report from Patrick J.Flynn, trainer as to the apparent improvement in form of Gusty Rocky, placed first, as compared with its recent form. Alan Coady, trainer's representative, reported that this horse disappointed in Galway, they freshened him up since and he then ran well over hurdles in Cork where he met interference in the closing stages. He also probably appreciates a more galloping track. Having considered the evidence the Stewards noted the contents of the report.

An extended handicap for three yrs old and upwards (80 = 10st)
Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 5lb extra; for each race won.