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The Raceday Stewards requested a report from Henry de Bromhead, trainer, as to the apparent improvement in form of She's A Fine Wine, placed first, as compared with its most recent run at Killarney on the 23rd of August

Henry De Bromhead reported through his Representative that the drop in trip today may have helped to bring about the apparent improvement in form. Having considered the report the Raceday Stewards noted the explanation given

The Raceday Stewards interviewed Anthony McCann, trainer of Luminous Light, Mr. Jimmy Mansell the Girth Man and the assistant Racecourse manager Damien Skehan concerning the start of this race, where it appeared Mr

Mansell waved a branch to prompt Luminous Light to go forward which as set out under Regulation 13 is not permitted. Evidence was heard from Anthony McCann who stated that he had asked Mr. Mansell to wave a branch to encourage his charge to go forward. Mr. Jimmy Mansell stated that he was acting upon the instructions of Anthony McCann. Having considered the evidence, the Raceday Stewards were satisfied the trainer was in breach of Rule 272(i)(improper conduct). Having considered his record (second offence), they fined him €500

The Raceday Stewards informed Anthony McCann, trainer of Luminous Light (GB), that a repeat performance from his charge, who refused to line up, may render the animal liable to a suspension in the future.

An extended handicap steeplechase for four years old and upwards that at entry have run at least four times in steeplechases
Penalties - Winner of a steeplechase or steeplechases after calculation of the handicap shall carry any penalty or penalties which may be allotted by the Handicapper.