See also » Warrior makes winning start for de Bromhead
I'm delighted for the (Warriors) syndicate who are new to us and Hugh Bleahan (previous owner) recommended him in fairness to him and felt he was unlucky last year. He looked good over two (miles) today and we might look for a novice handicap now. I'm delighted for the guys and I hope they know how hard it normally is to get a maiden hurdle winner! There are 10 in the syndicate and from all over Ireland. Henry De Bromhead, trainer

The Stewards enquired into the running and riding of Longhouse Force, ridden by Mr E. Mahon, and trained by Brian M. McMahon. Evidence was heard from the rider and from Mr. John Staunton, authorised representative for the trainer concerned. Mr E. Mahon, stated that his instructions were to settle his mount, get it breathing and to do the best he could. He said his mount jumped well before choking from the fourth last to the winning post, but accepted that he had not furnished this report as required under the provisions of Rule 213. Mr. Staunton, confirmed the instructions given and expressed his satisfaction with the ride. He said his charge has wind problems and was wearing a tongue tie in an attempt to address this issue. He further added that the animal ran its best race to date and is also a tricky individual. He concluded by stating that the animal had gurgled on its to previous runs and accepted that this was not reported under the provisions of Rule 213. The Stewards also received a report from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer, who stated that Longhouse Force was clinically abnormal post race. Samples were taken for analysis. Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence and in particular the evidence proferred that the animal had gurgled previously which was not reported, the Stewards referred the matter to Referrals Committee for consideration

GENERAL INFORMATION The following Raceday Stewards acted on behalf of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board at this race meeting: Mr. N. P. Lambert (Chairman), Mr. R. E. Rohan, Mr. P. Dowling, Mr. P. D. Deegan

A hurdle for four years old and upwards THAT HAVE NOT WON A RACE, INCLUDING FLAT RACES, UNDER ANY N.H. RULES OR RULES OF RACING
Weights - 12st Mares allowed 7lbs