Curragh Results Mon, 4th May, 2026

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He was in good form coming here and, he came out of his Bellewstown race very well. The ground was probably a little bit soft for him the last day, good ground here today suited him better. Paddy gave him a nice even ride, very straightforward. He picked up nicely and,galloped to the line. Hopefully, he'll be consistent in his grade, or even if he goes up a little bit, he'll still be consistent throughout the season for the owners. Natalia Lupini, trainer

The Raceday Stewards interviewed M.C. Grassick, trainer, in relation to his withdrawal of Loingseoir from this race with the excuse of going when there had been no change of going since declaration. Evidence was heard from the trainer concerned who stated that he had declared in the hope of forecasted rain which failed to materialise. He further stated that this ten year old horse needs minding and while the ground was perfectly safe it didn't suit his charge. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards allowed the withdrawal without imposing a fine on this occasion

The Raceday Stewards received a report from Ms. P. Hassett, Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Clerk of the Scales, regarding the fact that A.J. Casey, rider of Cannonball Queen, weighed in at 1.3 lbs overweight. Evidence was heard from the rider concerned, who stated that he had a drink after weighing out which may have accounted for him weighing in heavy. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that A.J. Casey was in breach of Rule 231(iii) and having taken his clean record in this regard into account cautioned him on this occasion. Furthermore they advised the rider to liaise with the Chief Medical Officer in relation to his minimum riding weight. Having been informed of the nature of the enquiry and his right to be accompanied, A.J. Casey elected to proceed without accompaniment.

An extended handicap for four years old and upwards (70 = 10st)
Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won.
Riders - Apprentices who hold an Apprentice Licence under Rules of Racing issued by any recognised Turf Authority and who have not lost the right to claim the 3lb allowance (95 winners) Allowances - (up to and including 30th April and which are not cumulative) Apprentices who have not ridden 15 *winners allowed..........7lb; Apprentices who have not ridden 30 *winners allowed..........4lb; Apprentices who have not ridden 45 *winners allowed..........2lb. *Including races under any N.H. Rules.