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K.M. Donoghue, rider of Total Look (FR), trained by Gavin Cromwell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount jumped deliberately at the second and third last hurdles

The Raceday Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Total Look (FR), ridden by K.M. Donoghue, and trained by Gavin Cromwell. Evidence was heard from the rider and trainer concerned. K.M. Donoghue,rider, stated that his instructions were to follow the leaders. In the race his jumping was only ok and he was losing ground at his hurdles. He went on the ground but was changing his legs and put down at some hurdles. He didn't pick up in the straight and jumped the last high. Gavin Cromwell, trainer, confirmed the instructions and expressed his satisfaction with the ride given. He felt that the horse's jumping needs to improve. He had no fixed future plan for the horse. The Raceday Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer who stated that this horse was found to be coughing post race and had also lost a near fore shoe. Samples were taken for analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards noted the explanations offered.

An extended handicap hurdle for four years old only (120 = 11st 12lbs)
Penalties - Winner of a hurdle race after calculation of the handicap shall carry 7lb extra for each hurdle race won.