Sligo Results Tue, 12th May, 2026

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G. Brouder, rider of Lakefield Flyer, trained by John Joseph Hanlon, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount was hampered at the start and suffered pressure from the outside. Having reviewed the recording of the start, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted

S. O'Callaghan, rider of Sidiriya, trained by P.J. Rothwell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount missed the start and as a result was slowly away

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident turning down the back involving Moulane West, ridden by J.P

Shinnick, Bowgate Street, ridden by P.K. Donovan and Centaq, ridden by P.J. O'Hanlon, where it appeared Moulane West took a check. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. J.P. Shinnick stated that he took a precautionary check when he felt pressure from the outside. P.K. Donovan stated that he rode the bend as normal and maintained his line. P.J. O'Hanlon stated that he felt pressure from the outside. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that no further action was warranted

The Raceday Stewards enquired into the start of this race. Evidence was heard from the IHRB Starter and riders concerned. C. Brassil stated that he was trying to get a good start and did not attempt to jump off earlier than he should have. H.E. Sexton stated that his mare became very difficult on the riders first approach to the starter and that he was trying his best to keep his mount under control. Having viewed the recording of the incident and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards accepted H.E. Sexton's explanation that his mare was a very difficult ride. Furthermore the Raceday Stewards were satisfied that C. Brassil was in breach of Rule 208(v)(b), in that he had not complied with the instructions from the starter and having considered his clean record in this regard they suspended him for one raceday.

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