The running and riding of Happy Birthday in the Ballypatrick Handicap Hurdle captured the attention of the stewards and trainer, Oliver McKiernan and rider Niall 'Slippers' Madden were punished for their efforts.
In the case of the former, a E2,000 fine was imposed for using the racecourse as a schooling ground.
Madden was banned for 7-days for making insufficient effort.
Happy Birthday was banned from running for 42 days.
The Presenting gelding finished eighth of eleven finishers behind Jacks Island with a towards rear for most, never a factor comment in running. (EM)
