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The Stewards received a report from Ms. J. Walsh, Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that Fergus Gillard, rider of Top Line Tommy, weighed in at 1.2 lbs overweight. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who accepted that this was the case and added that he had forgotten that his whip, goggles and gloves were in his hand under his saddle. Evidence was also heard from Ms. J. Walsh who disputed Fergus Gillard's evidence and stated that she was satisfied that Fergus Gillard did not have anything on the scales that he should not have. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that Fergus Gillard was in breach of Rule 231, in that he weighed in heavy, and having considered his record in this regard the Stewards cautioned him on this occasion. Furthermore, the Stewards also found Fergus Gillard in breach of Rule 272(ii), in that they were satisfied that Fergus Gillard had given misleading evidence and having considered his record in this regard the Stewards suspended Fergus Gillard for two racedays

P.J. O'Hanlon, rider of Jet Fighter trained by C.W.J. Farrell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount never travelled

K.C. Sexton, rider of Dr Val trained by E.Sheehy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount stopped quickly

Mr J.P. Kirwan, rider of Stradbally Village trained by Ms.M.Flynn, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount did not handle todays going.

A hurdle for four years old and upwards, maidens at starting
Weights - 4-y-o 11st 7lbs 5-y-o and up 11st 12lbs Mares allowed 7lbs