See also » Subiaco records 28/1 surprise for Cotter and Roche

J.A. Heffernan, rider of Sceitimini, trained by Rodger Sweeney, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount didn't get a clear run and had to change leads two furlongs out

D.P. McDonogh, rider of An Laochmor, trained by Daniel James Murphy, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that something ran into the back of his mount three furlongs out

Nicola Burns, rider of Phil's Dream, trained by John C. McConnell, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that her mount was slowly away

W. Joyce, rider of Cause I Like You, trained by Michael Mulvany, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ran short of room turning in

C.D. Hayes, rider of Hezahunk, trained by Patrick J. McKenna, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount leaned right in the straight

L.F. Roche, rider of Subiaco, trained by Kieran P. Cotter, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount ducked for the parade ring gate

J.S. Dalton, rider of Doitforjill Ronnie, trained by Donncha Duggan, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount hung right throughout

The Raceday Stewards enquired into an incident early in the home straight involving Ballysax Lil' Mick, ridden by K.J. Leonard, An Laochmor, ridden by D.P. McDonogh, and Cause I Like You, ridden by W. Joyce where it appeared Cause I Like You had to check. Evidence was heard from the riders concerned. W. Joyce confirmed that he got tight for room down the rail. D.P. McDonogh stated that he looked across three times and was clear of Ballysax Lil' Mick. K.J. Leonard stated that D.P. McDonogh was clear of him initially but subsequently stated that he wasn't fully clear and he rolled over to the rail with him. He added that he was aware of W. Joyce on his outer

Having viewed the recording of the race and considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards found K.J. Leonard was in breach of Rule 214 in that he had ridden carelessly, and having considered his record in this regard (second offence), the Raceday Stewards suspended him for four racedays

The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Kieran P. Cotter, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of Subiaco, placed first, as compared with its recent form. Kieran P. Cotter reported that his charge had been gelded since his last run and it was his first time on this surface which may have contributed to the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted the explanation given

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Raceday Stewards that Subiaco trained by Kieran P. Cotter was found to be a gelding and not a colt as shown on the passport presented. Having considered the report, the Raceday Stewards fined the trainer €130 in accordance with the provisions of Rule 148(xii)

An extended handicap for three years old and upwards rated 0-60
Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won.