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The Stewards interviewed D.J. McInerney, rider of Call The Tune, concerning his use of the whip in the closing stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who accepted that he was in breach of Regulation 10 and apologised for his actions. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that D.J. McInerney was in breach of both Regulation 10.3(g)(excessive frequency) and 10.3(f)(excessive force). Having taking his previous record in this regard into account, the Stewards suspended D.J. McInerney for 7 racedays

The Stewards interviewed `Mr. James Ivors, Authorised Representative for Michael J. McDonagh, trainer of Krabat, regarding the late arrival of the his charge into the parade ring. Evidence was heard from Mr. Ivors, who stated that his charge became fractious prior to entering the parade ring causing him to remain outside. He stated that it was his intention to time entering the parade ring as the riders entered, but accepted that this had not occurred. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that the Michael J. McDonagh was in breach of Rule 32(ii)(late arrival into parade ring) and having considered his record, they cautioned him on this occasion through his authorised representative

GENERAL INFORMATION The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting: Mr. Sean Barry (Chairman), Mr. Stephen Collins, Mr. Anthony Byrne, Mr. P.D. Matthews

An extended handicap steeplechase for five years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase before 2nd May 2021, other than one hunters steeplechase within the previous two National Hunt seasons (130 = 11st 12lbs)
Weights - Top weight in the original handicap and after the time of declaration shall not be less than 11st 12lbs and the minimum weight shall not be less than 9st 12lbs
Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase after calculation of the handicap shall carry 5lb extra for each steeplechase won.