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P. Townend, rider of Bacardys (FR) trained by W.P. Mullins, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled during this race

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Bacardys (FR), trained by W.P. Mullins, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be blowing hard post race

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Longacre Square, trained by John Joseph Hanlon, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal while noting a small wound on the medial left hind heel. Samples were taken for analysis

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Stewards that Boston Hill trained by Kieran P Egan was noted to have blood at both nostrils post race

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Longacre Square, ridden by Shane Fenelon, and trained by John Joseph Hanlon. Evidence was heard from the trainers representative and rider concerned. Rachel O'Neill, Authorised representative of John Joseph Hanlon, trainer, stated that the rider was instructed to jump off mid division, get the horse jumping, get him into a rhythm and finish as best as capable. She added that their charge was small in stature but retained its ability having won two hurdles races previously for another trainer. On viewing the video she felt that the rider should have been closer to the main group but may not have finished a whole lot nearer. Shane Fenelon, rider, confirmed the riding instructions and explained his riding while viewing the video recording of the race. He said that his mount had fallen at Tramore, got around over fences here the last day on the inside track but today was jumping larger obstacles. He pointed out that his mount got deep into some fences and was novicey. He realised after half way that he was not going to be in contention and rode to get him home by squeezing and pushing from that point. He confirmed that he had ridden to instructions. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Longacre Square was post race normal and noted a small wound on the medial left hind heel. Samples were taken for analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the trainers explanation as given by his Authorised representative. In relation to the rider, the Stewards were of the opinion that Shane Fenelon was in breach of Rule 212 A (ii) by riding his horse in such a way that the horse cannot be seen to be the subject of a genuine attempt to obtain from the horse timely, real and substantial efforts to achieve the best possible place. Having taken his clean previous record into consideration, the Stewards suspended Shane Fenelon for ten racedays and ordered that he forfeit his riding fee. .

A steeplechase for five years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase
Weights - 5-y-o 11st 8lbs 6-y-o and up 12st Mares allowed 7lbs