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Miss M. O'Sullivan, rider of Magnium trained by Eugene M. O'Sullivan, reported to the Clerk of Scales that her mount was leaning in from the home turn all the way up the home straight

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Magnium, trained by Eugene M. O'Sullivan, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be be coughing post race, samples were taken for analysis

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Magnium, ridden by Miss M. O'Sullivan, and trained by Eugene M. O'Sullivan. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. Miss M. O'Sullivan, stated that her instructions were to sit mid division, settle her mount and to do her best thereafter. She said her mount jumped well throughout and settled well, despite having a history of being difficult. She further added that her mount hung left from the forth last which she had reported at scales as required under the prevision of Rule 213. Eugene M

O'Sullivan, confirmed the instructions given and expressed his satisfaction with the ride. He said the horse was in his care two months and had been with several different trainers prior to him, he further added that his charge can be a difficult ride. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that Magnium was coughing post race. Samples were taken for analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered and took no further action other than to advice Miss O'Sullivan to be seen to make more of an effort in the closing stages in the future

Mr Liam Walsh acting Steward absented himself from this enquiry and Mr Paul Moloney acted in his absence

GENERAL INFORMATION The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting: Mr. John Moloney (Chairman), Mr. Michael Doyle, Mr. Con O'Mahony, Mr. Liam Walsh

A steeplechase for four years old and upwards that have not won a steeplechase
Weights - 4-y-o 11st 5lbs 5-y-o and up 12st Mares allowed 7lbs