Down Royal Result

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The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer examined Old Victoria (FR), trained by Gordon Elliott, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be distressed post race. Samples were taken for analysis

The Stewards enquired into an incident about two and a half furlongs from the finish involving Snapius, ridden by G. Brouder, and New Year Honours (GB), ridden by Sam Ewing where it appeared that New Year Honours (GB) made contact with Snapius when manoeuvering out to make her challenge. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. In his evidence, G. Brouder stated that he was on a straight racing line when New Year Honours (GB) came up his inner and then manoeuvered out and made contact with his own mount. Sam Ewing stated that Snapius came back in towards the rail after the third last hurdle and he angled his own mount to make a challenge

Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards found Sam Ewing was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly. Having considered his record in this regard, the Stewards cautioned Sam Ewing on this occasion.

A hurdle for three years old only that have not won more than two hurdle races
Weights - 10st 10lbs Fillies allowed 7lbs
Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race 6lb extra Of two hurdle races 10lb extra