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I was sort of half forced to run him after yesterday (runner-up in Dundalk) because I thought he was going to get weight. He got 5lb for being second in Down Royal - It is a killer for a horse like this that is being the bridesmaid all the time. He actually did a half an hour on the beach this morning with his shoulders in the water and I think that was the real key to him. He was like a ballerina there after it! Even thought there was plenty of people swimming around him this morning, we got away with it. It was a bit of a gamble, but we are grateful when it pays off. He likes fast ground but, if he stays within his grade, he'll got to Galway for something. He's a very genuine horse and he has been a revelation this year. Adrian McGuinness, trainer

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Veterinary Officer reported to the Raceday Stewards that Theophilos trained by Gerard Keane was found to have blood at both nostrils post race

R. Whearty, rider of Theophilos, trained by Gerard Keane, reported to the Clerk of the Scales that his mount burst a blood vessel.

An extended handicap for three years old and upwards (80 = 10st)
Penalties - (after calculation of the handicap) A winner shall carry 7lb extra for each race won.
Riders - Apprentices who hold an Apprentice Licence under Rules of Racing issued by any recognised Turf Authority and who have not lost the right to claim the 3lb allowance (95 winners). Allowances - (up to and including 9th July and which are not cumulative) Apprentices who have not ridden 15 *winners allowed..........7lb; Apprentices who have not ridden 30 *winners allowed..........4lb; Apprentices who have not ridden 45 *winners allowed..........2lb. *Including races under any N.H. Rules.