Downpatrick Results Mon, 26th Aug, 2019

See also » Jockey Kenny off the mark in Downpatrick bumper

The Stewards interviewed Mr J.W. Kenny, rider of Ya Boy Ya, concerning his use of the whip in the latter stages of this race. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned. Having viewed a recording of the race and considered the evidence the Stewards were of the opinion that Mr J.W. Kenny was in breach of R10(3)(g) by using his whip with excessive frequency and R10(3)(i) by using his whip without allowing his mount at least three strides to respond. Having taken his previous record into consideration, the Stewards suspended Mr J.W. Kenny for 7 racedays and instructed him to attend R.A.C.E for one days tuition on the correct use of the whip

Ms L. O'Neill, rider of Home And Away trained by Gordon Elliott, reported to the Clerk of Scales that her mount was lame on completion of this race

GENERAL INFORMATION The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting: Mr. R.W. Steele (Chairman), Mr. R. Martin, Mr. D. McCorkell, Mr. F. Fitzsimons, Mr. P.D. Matthews

Following a request from broadcasters, the Stewards granted permission for the following delays: Races 1 to 5 inclusive; +1 minute Race 6; +2 minutes

An I.N.H. flat race for four, five, six and seven years old only that have not won a race under any N.H. Rules or Rules of Racing
Weights - 4-y-o 11st 9lbs ;5, 6 and 7-y-o 12st ;Mares allowed 7lbs ;
Riders - Qualified Riders under I.N.H.S. Rules