Tipperary Result

See also » Silver Flash could be next now for Grace
She won nicely - she ran promisingly at the Curragh and everything went according to plan today. She settled well and quickened up nicely and the second horse also looked nice,. She was an expensive yearling, and is a lovely big strong filly and we might look at the Silver Flash Stakes at Leopardstown on Thursday week. She is a lovely filly and is the first winner in Ireland or England for Born To Sea - some are showing a nice bit of promise but they aren't really early precocious types and need a bit of time. He is a son of Urban Sea at the end of the day and I like the ones I have - he has only had half a dozen runners so far though. John M Oxx, trainer

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Eziyra, ridden by L.F. Roche, and trained by D. K. Weld. Evidence was heard from the rider and from the trainer's representative Paddy O'Brien. L.F. Roche, stated that his instructions were to try to settle and teach the filly and get her to finish the race out well. He added that she is keen at home and he was instructed not to use the whip. He concluded by saying that his mount is green and was caught flat-footed when they quickened up turning in, before staying on close home. Paddy O'Brien, confirmed the instruction and expressed his satisfaction with the ride. He reiterated that the filly was not to be hit behind the saddle but the instructions were to win if possible. He also stated that the horse had a bad gash on her flanks post race. The Stewards also received a report from the Turf Club Veterinary Officer who stated that Eziyra was post race normal. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Stewards noted the explanations offered.

For two yrs old only, maidens at starting which are EBF eligible
Weights - 9st 5lb; Fillies allowed 5lb